Franklin Lakes, NJ (07417) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07417

Franklin Lakes, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Franklin Lakes faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The most significant threat is the Superfund site at 60 West Prospect Street, which contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because this site is active, these chemicals may move through the environment. For daily life, this means pollutants could be present in the water you use or the soil in your yard. There are 20 hazardous sites within five miles, making environmental safety a primary concern for residents.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
60 WEST PROSPECT STREET
Distance to Nearest
4.3 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
20
Sites Within 10 Miles
75
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Superfund site at 60 West Prospect Street is an active location on the National Priority List, identified by EPA ID 110006360080. This status confirms that the site requires ongoing federal intervention to manage unspecified hazardous substances. Exposure pathways for residents include the inhalation of volatile organic compounds through vapor intrusion and the ingestion of contaminants through groundwater. Health risks associated with these sites include increased vulnerability to chronic illnesses and organ toxicity. There are 75 hazardous locations within ten miles, including Balo Precision Parts and International Wire Products Company, compounding the cumulative toxic load. Residents should take three specific defensive measures. First, use a certified multi-stage water filtration system to treat all drinking and cooking water. Second, keep windows closed during high-heat days to minimize exposure to industrial vapors and use indoor air scrubbers. Third, establish a no-shoes policy indoors to prevent tracking contaminated outdoor soil into living spaces. Monitoring the EPA periodic reviews of the Prospect Street site is necessary to track the effectiveness of ongoing cleanup efforts and ensure no new leaks have occurred.

Threat Summary

Franklin Lakes faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to extreme industrial density. The most significant threat is the Superfund site at 60 West Prospect Street, which contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because this site is active, these chemicals may move through the environment. For daily life, this means pollutants could be present in the water you use or the soil in your yard. There are 20 hazardous sites within five miles, making environmental safety a primary concern for residents.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
SPECTROCHEM LABORATORIES INC1100042189710.9 miActive
BALO PRECISION PARTS INC1100137994520.95 miActive
INTL WIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY1100041626281.59 miActive
WITCO CHEMICAL CORP. (OAKLAND PLANT)1100383806681.91 miActive
INTERNATIONAL WIRE PRODUCTS CORP1100093411402.82 miActive
LAURETTAS CLEANERS1100041734483.04 miActive
HOFER MACHINE & TOOL CO1100041382374.15 miActive
COMMERICAL PRODUCTS USA1100147181094.27 miActive
60 WEST PROSPECT STREET1100063600804.32 miActive
W.R. GRACE & CO., INC./WAYNE INTERIM STORAGE SITE (USDOE)1100093414714.32 miActive

Action Required

You should contact local organizations to mitigate these environmental risks. Reach out to Act Forward Inc or Clean Lakes Education and Research Inc to participate in local environmental monitoring programs. For assistance with housing safety and rights, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. If you require housing counseling related to environmental displacement or safety, call the Urban League of Union County at 908-351-7200. These resources provide the necessary support to navigate the critical hazard levels identified in the Franklin Lakes area and protect your family health.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Urban League Of Union County
Elizabeth, NJ
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
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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