Wanaque, NJ (07465) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07465

Wanaque, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Wanaque faces a critical safety risk due to nearby toxic waste. The G.J. Redner Inc Superfund site is located only 0.6 miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through soil and water. For your daily life, this means chemicals could enter the air you breathe or the water used for your garden. Staying away from restricted areas and monitoring local water alerts is necessary to keep your family safe from invisible environmental dangers.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
G.J. REDNER INC
Distance to Nearest
0.6 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
3
Sites Within 10 Miles
22
County
Passaic
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The G.J. Redner Inc site, identified by EPA ID 110009341284, is currently listed as an active Superfund site under the National Priorities List. Regulatory records indicate the presence of unspecified hazardous substances that require long-term remediation. Exposure pathways primarily involve groundwater contamination and soil vapor intrusion, which occur when toxic gases migrate into residential structures. These contaminants pose significant health risks, including potential respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased long-term cancer susceptibility depending on the specific chemical concentrations present. There are 22 contaminated sites within ten miles, indicating a high regional burden. To minimize risk, residents should take three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon air filtration system to mitigate indoor vapor intrusion. Second, utilize certified bottled water or advanced reverse osmosis filtration for drinking and cooking to avoid potential groundwater pollutants. Third, avoid disturbing local soil or planting edible gardens in untreated ground. Continuous monitoring of EPA status updates is essential for tracking cleanup progress and identifying emerging localized threats.

Threat Summary

Wanaque faces a critical safety risk due to nearby toxic waste. The G.J. Redner Inc Superfund site is located only 0.6 miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through soil and water. For your daily life, this means chemicals could enter the air you breathe or the water used for your garden. Staying away from restricted areas and monitoring local water alerts is necessary to keep your family safe from invisible environmental dangers.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
G.J. REDNER INC1100093412840.64 miActive
ROTH CLEANERS1100041470764.24 miActive
ROUTE 287 TANKER SPILL RIVERDALE, NJ1100372858444.99 miActive
RINGWOOD MINES/LANDFILL1100093001125.08 miActive
WITCO CHEMICAL CORP. (OAKLAND PLANT)1100383806685.11 miActive
BALO PRECISION PARTS INC1100137994525.22 miActive
SPECTROCHEM LABORATORIES INC1100042189715.24 miActive
AMERACE RUBBER DUMP1100092990085.5 miActive
W.R. GRACE & CO., INC./WAYNE INTERIM STORAGE SITE (USDOE)1100093414716.82 miActive
INTL WIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY1100041626287.16 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Paterson Task Force for Community Action, Inc at 973-279-2333-135 for assistance with housing safety and community resources. For legal support regarding environmental housing standards, reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Additionally, engage with Clean Lakes Education And Research Inc to learn about local water protection. These organizations provide the necessary tools to navigate the critical 10.0 hazard rating in Wanaque. Document any health changes and share this report with your neighbors.

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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