Wanaque, New Jersey
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
Regulatory Overview
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 Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.J. REDNER INC | 110009341284 | 0.64 mi | Active |
| ROTH CLEANERS | 110004147076 | 4.24 mi | Active |
| ROUTE 287 TANKER SPILL RIVERDALE, NJ | 110037285844 | 4.99 mi | Active |
| RINGWOOD MINES/LANDFILL | 110009300112 | 5.08 mi | Active |
| WITCO CHEMICAL CORP. (OAKLAND PLANT) | 110038380668 | 5.11 mi | Active |
| BALO PRECISION PARTS INC | 110013799452 | 5.22 mi | Active |
| SPECTROCHEM LABORATORIES INC | 110004218971 | 5.24 mi | Active |
| AMERACE RUBBER DUMP | 110009299008 | 5.5 mi | Active |
| W.R. GRACE & CO., INC./WAYNE INTERIM STORAGE SITE (USDOE) | 110009341471 | 6.82 mi | Active |
| INTL WIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY | 110004162628 | 7.16 mi | Active |
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 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.