Ogdensburg, NJ (07439) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07439

Ogdensburg, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Ogdensburg faces a critical safety score of ten out of ten. The 45-49 Gingerbread Castle Road Asbestos site is less than five miles away. Hazardous substances from this and four other nearby Superfund sites can pollute the air you breathe and the water you drink. These poisons often stay hidden in the soil or groundwater. Exposure can lead to serious long-term health problems. Staying informed about local land use is essential to protecting your family’s daily well-being.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
45-49 GINGERBREAD CASTLE ROAD ASBESTOS
Distance to Nearest
4.8 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
5
Sites Within 10 Miles
12
County
Sussex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The EPA lists the 45-49 Gingerbread Castle Road Asbestos site under EPA ID 110071889610 with an active status on the National Priorities List. This location and the nearby Metaltec/Aerosystems site involve complex contamination profiles including volatile organic compounds and heavy metals. Exposure pathways primarily include the inhalation of airborne fibers and the ingestion of contaminated groundwater plumes that migrate through fractured bedrock. Long-term health risks associated with these toxins include respiratory failure, various forms of cancer, and neurological damage. Regulatory oversight ensures ongoing monitoring, but the high density of five Superfund sites within five miles increases cumulative exposure risks. Residents must implement defensive measures to mitigate these hazards. First, install high-efficiency particulate air filters in all HVAC systems to trap airborne contaminants. Second, utilize certified multi-stage water filtration systems for all drinking and cooking water to remove chemical particulates. Third, avoid disturbing soil or conducting major excavations without professional environmental testing to prevent the release of legacy pollutants. Continuous vigilance regarding EPA updates on cleanup progress is necessary for all residents within the Ogdensburg area to ensure their indoor environments remain isolated from external hazardous plumes.

Threat Summary

Ogdensburg faces a critical safety score of ten out of ten. The 45-49 Gingerbread Castle Road Asbestos site is less than five miles away. Hazardous substances from this and four other nearby Superfund sites can pollute the air you breathe and the water you drink. These poisons often stay hidden in the soil or groundwater. Exposure can lead to serious long-term health problems. Staying informed about local land use is essential to protecting your family’s daily well-being.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
METALTEC/AEROSYSTEMS1100603912682.19 miActive
A. O. POLYMER1100015369812.81 miActive
NY SUSQUEHANNA & WESTERN RR PROPERTY1100093412482.83 miActive
HARDYSTON TOWNSHIP DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS1100715155643.85 miActive
45-49 GINGERBREAD CASTLE ROAD ASBESTOS1100718896104.8 miActive
AMES RUBBER1100702123945.2 miActive
ACCURATE FORMING1100711003315.26 miActive
WELDON QUARRY CO.1100711003506.27 miActive
AMES RUBBER CORP. WANTAGE PLANT1100005818987.96 miActive
RADIATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.1100092995618.75 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local environmental organizations to advocate for stricter cleanup oversight. Reach out to Act Forward Inc or Clean Lakes Education And Research Inc for localized environmental data. For housing safety concerns and assistance regarding contaminated properties, contact the Paterson Task Force for Community Action, Inc at 973-279-2333-135. Alternatively, you may contact New Jersey Citizen Action in Newark at 973-643-8800 for guidance on tenant rights and environmental justice. Taking documented action through these agencies ensures your household receives the necessary resources to navigate living near active Superfund sites.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Paterson Task Force For Community Action, Inc
Paterson, NJ
New Jersey Citizen Action
Newark, 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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