Jersey City, New Jersey
Jersey City faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire site, located 1.9 miles away, is an active Superfund location containing hazardous substances. These materials can enter the air, soil, or water, potentially affecting what you breathe and where you play. Living near 73 contaminated sites within five miles means residents must stay alert. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems if you are exposed to them frequently in your daily routine.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Jersey City faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Alden Leeds Inc Fire site, located 1.9 miles away, is an active Superfund location containing hazardous substances. These materials can enter the air, soil, or water, potentially affecting what you breathe and where you play. Living near 73 contaminated sites within five miles means residents must stay alert. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems if you are exposed to them frequently in your daily routine.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| PJP LANDFILL | 110009299749 | 0.54 mi | Active |
| DYE SPECIALTIES INC | 110000562551 | 1.27 mi | Active |
| EIGHTH STREET SITE | 110009300470 | 1.34 mi | Active |
| THE FORMER WHITLOCK CORDAGE CO FACILITY SITE | 110067039840 | 1.4 mi | Active |
| CITY CHEMICAL CORP | 110004134268 | 1.49 mi | Active |
| WOODWARD METAL PROCESSING | 110071100790 | 1.53 mi | Active |
| SPARKLE CLEANERS | 110004191981 | 1.6 mi | Active |
| CONRAIL-MEADOWS YARD | 110009260361 | 1.65 mi | Active |
| STANDARD CHLORINE | 110001532985 | 1.65 mi | Active |
| TURNPIKE DUMP #5 | 110071100712 | 1.72 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should immediately contact local organizations to address environmental health and housing safety concerns. Reach out to the Best Spaces Design Institute A Nj Nonprofit Corporation or Climate Defiance for advocacy and environmental education. For housing assistance and legal guidance related to these hazards, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey in Hackensack at 201-489-3552. You can also call the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for additional support resources. Taking these steps helps secure your living environment against the high density of local industrial contaminants.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- Best Spaces Design Institute A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental
- Climate DefianceEnvironmental
- Climate Laboratory Philanthropy CorporationEnvironmental
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS). Nonprofit data from IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File. Housing counseling data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
This report is generated from publicly available government data and does not constitute legal or medical advice. For current site-specific information, visit EPA Superfund.