Highland Lakes, NJ (07422) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07422

Highland Lakes, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Highland Lakes faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Baldwin Transportation Inc Superfund site is only 1.7 miles from your community. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can contaminate the soil and water you use every day. These chemicals are dangerous. Living so close to a major waste site means you must take extra care to ensure your air and drinking water remain safe from toxic industrial runoff or underground leaks.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
BALDWIN TRANSPORTATION INC
Distance to Nearest
1.7 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
1
Sites Within 10 Miles
8
County
Sussex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Baldwin Transportation Inc site, EPA ID 110009300443, is currently an active site on the National Priorities List. Because the primary contaminants are listed as unspecified hazardous substances, the exact chemical profile remains a significant concern for nearby residents. Primary exposure pathways include the migration of toxins through groundwater plumes and the inhalation of contaminated dust particles. Health risks associated with proximity to industrial waste sites include respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased long-term cancer risks depending on the specific chemicals present. There are eight hazardous sites within ten miles, including Ames Rubber and the Gingerbread Castle Road Asbestos site, compounding regional risk. To protect your household, implement these three defensive measures: first, install a high-grade HEPA air filtration system to capture airborne particulates; second, utilize a certified multi-stage water filtration system for all drinking and cooking water; third, remove shoes before entering the home to prevent tracking contaminated soil into living spaces. You should monitor the EPA site for updates on cleanup progress and official toxicity reports. Vigilance is necessary as the critical 10.0 hazard rating indicates that local environmental controls have not yet mitigated the potential for human exposure to these industrial pollutants.

Threat Summary

Highland Lakes faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Baldwin Transportation Inc Superfund site is only 1.7 miles from your community. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can contaminate the soil and water you use every day. These chemicals are dangerous. Living so close to a major waste site means you must take extra care to ensure your air and drinking water remain safe from toxic industrial runoff or underground leaks.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
BALDWIN TRANSPORTATION INC1100093004431.69 miActive
ACCURATE FORMING1100711003316.27 miActive
AMES RUBBER CORP. WANTAGE PLANT1100005818986.34 miActive
AMES RUBBER1100702123946.73 miActive
45-49 GINGERBREAD CASTLE ROAD ASBESTOS1100718896106.74 miActive
CARNEGIE INDUSTRIES1100079972307.86 miActive
HARDYSTON TOWNSHIP DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS1100715155648.68 miActive
METALTEC/AEROSYSTEMS1100603912689.08 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is recommended to secure your residence and understand your rights. Contact Clean Lakes Education And Research Inc to learn about specific water quality testing available for the Highland Lakes area. If you are concerned about how environmental hazards affect your housing safety or lease, contact the Paterson Task Force for Community Action, Inc at 973-279-2333-135. You may also reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with housing-related legal protections. Document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to local environmental nonprofits.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Paterson Task Force For Community Action, Inc
Paterson, 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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