Jersey City, New Jersey
The Alden Leeds Inc Fire site represents a critical environmental threat to Jersey City residents. Because this location is less than two miles away, unspecified hazardous substances may affect your daily life through soil or air quality issues. With a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10, the risks are high. Living near multiple contaminated zones like the PJP Landfill means toxic chemicals could be present in the ground where you walk or play. Stay alert and avoid direct contact with soil.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
The Alden Leeds Inc Fire site represents a critical environmental threat to Jersey City residents. Because this location is less than two miles away, unspecified hazardous substances may affect your daily life through soil or air quality issues. With a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10, the risks are high. Living near multiple contaminated zones like the PJP Landfill means toxic chemicals could be present in the ground where you walk or play. Stay alert and avoid direct contact with soil.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| PJP LANDFILL | 110009299749 | 0.56 mi | Active |
| DYE SPECIALTIES INC | 110000562551 | 1.25 mi | Active |
| EIGHTH STREET SITE | 110009300470 | 1.32 mi | Active |
| THE FORMER WHITLOCK CORDAGE CO FACILITY SITE | 110067039840 | 1.37 mi | Active |
| CITY CHEMICAL CORP | 110004134268 | 1.49 mi | Active |
| WOODWARD METAL PROCESSING | 110071100790 | 1.5 mi | Active |
| SPARKLE CLEANERS | 110004191981 | 1.61 mi | Active |
| CONRAIL-MEADOWS YARD | 110009260361 | 1.67 mi | Active |
| STANDARD CHLORINE | 110001532985 | 1.67 mi | Active |
| TURNPIKE DUMP #5 | 110071100712 | 1.7 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary for residents concerned about their living conditions and environmental safety. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety and tenant rights regarding environmental hazards. For additional support, the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services can be reached at 201-336-7400. You should also engage with local advocacy groups like Climate Defiance or the Best Spaces Design Institute A Nj Nonprofit Corporation to join community-led remediation efforts. Document all health symptoms and report environmental irregularities to local health departments immediately.
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.