Fair Lawn, NJ (07410) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07410

Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Fair Lawn, New Jersey, faces a critical environmental safety score of 10.0 out of 10. The Academy Auto Recycling, Inc Superfund site is located 4.1 miles from your area and contains hazardous substances. With 52 industrial sites within five miles, chemicals can seep into the ground and water supply. This means pollutants might be present in the soil where you play or the water you use daily. Residents must stay alert to avoid long-term exposure to these invisible dangers.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
ACADEMY AUTO RECYCLING, INC
Distance to Nearest
4.1 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
52
Sites Within 10 Miles
117
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Academy Auto Recycling, Inc site is currently active on the National Priorities List under EPA ID 110001541314. This location and the nearby Fair Lawn Well Field present significant exposure pathways through groundwater contamination and soil vapor intrusion. Hazardous substances from these industrial zones can migrate into residential areas, posing risks of respiratory illness, organ damage, and long-term carcinogenic effects. Regulatory cleanup efforts are ongoing, but the high density of 117 sites within ten miles complicates local environmental recovery. To defend your health, you must implement three specific measures. First, install a carbon-based water filtration system specifically rated to remove volatile organic compounds from tap water. Second, conduct vapor intrusion testing in your basement to ensure industrial chemicals are not off-gassing into your home. Third, use raised garden beds with imported clean soil instead of planting directly in the local ground to avoid heavy metal ingestion. Monitoring the EPA status of the Borden Chemical Co and Qualex Photo Processing sites is also necessary, as their proximity to residential zones increases the likelihood of localized chemical exposure.

Threat Summary

Fair Lawn, New Jersey, faces a critical environmental safety score of 10.0 out of 10. The Academy Auto Recycling, Inc Superfund site is located 4.1 miles from your area and contains hazardous substances. With 52 industrial sites within five miles, chemicals can seep into the ground and water supply. This means pollutants might be present in the soil where you play or the water you use daily. Residents must stay alert to avoid long-term exposure to these invisible dangers.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
BORDEN CHEMICAL CO PRINTING INK DIV1100003198970.19 miActive
FAIR LAWN WELL FIELD1100718187250.68 miActive
QUALEX PHOTO PROCESSING1100060769590.7 miActive
WARREN BRONZE AND ALUMINIUM1100042339630.97 miActive
SPIC AND SPAN CLEANERS AND TAILORS1100042123611.11 miActive
PAPERBOARD SPECIALIST, INC1100015409121.24 miActive
GLEN FAIR COIN OPERATED CLEANERS1100711005241.25 miActive
LAPLACE CHEMICAL COMPANY1100007448381.68 miActive
PYROLAC SITE1100020912811.71 miActive
FORMER CAREFUL CLEANERS1100716431261.76 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local organizations to address these environmental threats. Reach out to Act Forward Inc to participate in local environmental advocacy and stay informed on cleanup progress. For housing safety concerns related to environmental hazards, call the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Seniors who need assistance navigating health risks or housing adjustments should contact the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Taking these steps ensures you have the professional support needed to manage the risks associated with living near multiple Superfund sites.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
Hackensack, NJ
County Of Bergen, Department Of Human Services, Division Of Senior Services
Hackensack, NJ

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • Act Forward IncEnvironmental
  • Childrens Health DefenseEnvironmental
  • Clean Lakes Education And Research IncEnvironmental

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.

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