Glen Rock, NJ (07452) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07452

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Residents of Glen Rock face a critical environmental hazard level of 10.0. The most significant threat is the 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site located 3.6 miles away. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through soil or groundwater. For daily life, this means chemicals could potentially enter your drinking water or the air inside your home. With 49 hazardous sites within five miles, including nearby dry cleaners and landfills, you must stay alert about local pollution.

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
3.6 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
49
Sites Within 10 Miles
112
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 60 West Prospect Street site is currently an active project on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of hazardous materials requiring long-term remedial action. Exposure pathways in this region primarily involve groundwater migration and soil vapor intrusion from historical industrial activities. Nearby operations like Lexington Cleaners and Ridgewood Gas Works contribute to a complex landscape of volatile organic compounds and heavy metals. These contaminants pose chronic health risks, including potential respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer vulnerability over long-term exposure. To mitigate these risks, residents should first install high-quality activated carbon water filtration systems to remove chemical trace elements from tap water. Second, homeowners must seal basement cracks and consider radon-style mitigation systems to block toxic vapors from entering the living space through the foundation. Third, avoid using private well water for irrigation or consumption unless it undergoes rigorous quarterly testing for industrial solvents. Reference EPA Site ID 110006360080 for specific data on contaminant concentrations and remediation timelines. Local environmental conditions are monitored, but individual defensive measures remain the most effective way to reduce personal exposure to these critical hazards.

Threat Summary

Residents of Glen Rock face a critical environmental hazard level of 10.0. The most significant threat is the 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site located 3.6 miles away. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through soil or groundwater. For daily life, this means chemicals could potentially enter your drinking water or the air inside your home. With 49 hazardous sites within five miles, including nearby dry cleaners and landfills, you must stay alert about local pollution.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
LEXINGTON CLEANERS1100711000140.71 miActive
RIDGEWOOD GAS WORKS1100093416301.01 miActive
RIDGEWOOD ASH LANDFILL1100093006481.06 miActive
GLEN FAIR COIN OPERATED CLEANERS1100711005241.11 miActive
QUALEX PHOTO PROCESSING1100060769591.22 miActive
COMMERICAL PRODUCTS USA1100147181091.47 miActive
DUPONT CUSTOM CLEANERS1100711004301.52 miActive
CORDE CLEANERS1100041967171.54 miActive
FAIR LAWN WELL FIELD1100718187251.62 miActive
PYROLAC SITE1100020912811.76 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with housing safety standards or environmental disclosures. Seniors can reach the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for health-related resources and support. For community advocacy, engage with Act Forward Inc or Clean Lakes Education And Research Inc to stay informed on local cleanup progress. Regular testing of indoor air quality and drinking water is necessary to ensure safety in this high-risk zone.

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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