Waldwick, New Jersey
Waldwick faces a critical environmental threat with a maximum hazard score of 10.0. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site sits just two miles away and contains hazardous substances that can contaminate the local environment. Because there are 23 hazardous sites within five miles, chemicals may be present in the soil or groundwater. These pollutants can affect your long-term health if you breathe them in or touch contaminated dirt while playing or working outside in your yard.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Waldwick faces a critical environmental threat with a maximum hazard score of 10.0. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site sits just two miles away and contains hazardous substances that can contaminate the local environment. Because there are 23 hazardous sites within five miles, chemicals may be present in the soil or groundwater. These pollutants can affect your long-term health if you breathe them in or touch contaminated dirt while playing or working outside in your yard.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLONIAL CLEANERS @ ALLENDALE SHOPPING PLAZA | 110004183570 | 0.75 mi | Active |
| TIP TOP CLEANERS | 110015313436 | 1.62 mi | Active |
| 60 WEST PROSPECT STREET | 110006360080 | 2.02 mi | Active |
| BETTY BRITE CLEANERS | 110017357616 | 2.15 mi | Active |
| JERRY'S CLEANERS | 110015683296 | 2.21 mi | Active |
| COLONADE CLEANERS | 110004168757 | 2.23 mi | Active |
| KAPLAN CLEANERS | 110004143622 | 2.28 mi | Active |
| BERGEN PERCHLORATE ION SITE | 110023128676 | 3.07 mi | Active |
| INTL WIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY | 110004162628 | 3.2 mi | Active |
| LAURETTAS CLEANERS | 110004173448 | 3.23 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents should contact Act Forward Inc or Clean Lakes Education And Research Inc for environmental guidance. For housing and safety concerns related to these hazards, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. You may also reach the Paterson Task Force for Community Action, Inc at 973-279-2333-135 for assistance with community resources and health advocacy. Taking direct action through these organizations helps document local impact and secures necessary support for families living near these active chemical sites. Immediate notification of these agencies ensures your concerns are part of the public record.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental 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.