Riverdale, NJ (07457) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07457

Riverdale, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Riverdale faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Amerace Rubber Dump is a major Superfund site only 1.3 miles away. Because the site contains unspecified hazardous substances, local soil and groundwater could be contaminated. This means you should be careful about where you play outside or if you use well water. Pollution from this site and nearby spills can enter the air and water, potentially making people sick over a long period of time.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AMERACE RUBBER DUMP
Distance to Nearest
1.3 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
5
Sites Within 10 Miles
55
County
Morris
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Amerace Rubber Dump is currently an active site on the National Priorities List under EPA ID 110009299008. Regulatory oversight indicates that unspecified hazardous substances remain a threat to the local ecosystem. Exposure pathways include the leaching of chemicals into groundwater aquifers and the migration of contaminated dust from the 1.3-mile radius. Long-term health risks associated with industrial rubber waste often include respiratory issues, skin irritation, and potential carcinogenic effects from volatile organic compounds or heavy metals. The proximity of the Route 287 Tanker Spill and Roth Cleaners further compounds the chemical load on the local environment. Residents must adopt defensive measures to limit exposure. First, use a certified high-efficiency water filtration system to remove potential industrial runoff from drinking supplies. Second, minimize direct contact with soil in areas close to the dump site and remove shoes before entering the home to prevent tracking contaminants inside. Third, monitor official EPA updates regarding the Amerace Rubber Dump cleanup progress and stay informed about local air quality alerts. Adhering to these protocols reduces the biological burden of living near multiple high-risk industrial zones.

Threat Summary

Riverdale faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0. The Amerace Rubber Dump is a major Superfund site only 1.3 miles away. Because the site contains unspecified hazardous substances, local soil and groundwater could be contaminated. This means you should be careful about where you play outside or if you use well water. Pollution from this site and nearby spills can enter the air and water, potentially making people sick over a long period of time.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
ROUTE 287 TANKER SPILL RIVERDALE, NJ1100372858440.2 miActive
AMERACE RUBBER DUMP1100092990081.27 miActive
ROTH CLEANERS1100041470761.35 miActive
W.R. GRACE & CO., INC./WAYNE INTERIM STORAGE SITE (USDOE)1100093414712.74 miActive
WITCO CHEMICAL CORP. (OAKLAND PLANT)1100383806683.66 miActive
G.J. REDNER INC1100093412845.15 miActive
SPECTROCHEM LABORATORIES INC1100042189715.5 miActive
BALO PRECISION PARTS INC1100137994525.54 miActive
MAROTTA SCIENTIFIC CONTROLS1100093483495.62 miActive
JOHANSON MANUF CO1100711002316.78 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact local environmental nonprofits to advocate for faster cleanup efforts. Act Forward Inc and Clean Lakes Education And Research Inc provide resources for community safety. If you are concerned about how local contamination affects your living conditions or property safety, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Additionally, seniors can reach out to the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for health-related assistance. Taking these steps ensures your family accesses the legal and environmental protections available in Riverdale.

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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