Wayne, NJ (07477) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07477

Wayne, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Residents in Wayne, New Jersey, face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The nearby Amerace Rubber Dump is a primary concern because it contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the ground and water over time. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching soil or drinking untreated water near industrial areas. Staying informed about local pollution is the best way to keep your family safe from invisible environmental threats.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AMERACE RUBBER DUMP
Distance to Nearest
2.1 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
8
Sites Within 10 Miles
50
County
Passaic
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Amerace Rubber Dump is an active site on the National Priorities List, identified by EPA ID 110009299008. The site contains unspecified hazardous substances that require ongoing monitoring and remediation to prevent further environmental degradation. Exposure pathways include the migration of contaminants through groundwater plumes and soil vapor intrusion into nearby structures. Health risks associated with such hazardous materials often involve long-term respiratory issues, skin irritation, or potential systemic toxicity if chemicals enter the local water table. With eight hazardous sites within five miles and fifty within ten miles, cumulative exposure is a significant concern for the 07477 area. To defend yourself, first utilize high-quality carbon-based water filtration systems to remove potential chemical traces from tap water. Second, avoid gardening in native soil without first conducting a professional heavy metal and chemical screening. Third, install a vapor barrier or radon-style mitigation system in basements to prevent subsurface gases from entering your living space. Consult the official EPA Superfund database for specific remediation updates regarding the Amerace Rubber Dump and the W.R. Grace site. Regular testing of indoor air quality is also recommended given the density of industrial spills and chemical processing plants in the immediate vicinity of Wayne.

Threat Summary

Residents in Wayne, New Jersey, face a critical safety hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The nearby Amerace Rubber Dump is a primary concern because it contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the ground and water over time. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching soil or drinking untreated water near industrial areas. Staying informed about local pollution is the best way to keep your family safe from invisible environmental threats.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
ROTH CLEANERS1100041470760.83 miActive
ROUTE 287 TANKER SPILL RIVERDALE, NJ1100372858441.23 miActive
AMERACE RUBBER DUMP1100092990082.15 miActive
WITCO CHEMICAL CORP. (OAKLAND PLANT)1100383806683.23 miActive
W.R. GRACE & CO., INC./WAYNE INTERIM STORAGE SITE (USDOE)1100093414713.44 miActive
G.J. REDNER INC1100093412843.79 miActive
SPECTROCHEM LABORATORIES INC1100042189714.76 miActive
BALO PRECISION PARTS INC1100137994524.79 miActive
INTL WIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY1100041626286.61 miActive
MAROTTA SCIENTIFIC CONTROLS1100093483496.81 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary to mitigate the risks associated with this critical hazard level. Residents should contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety concerns or potential relocation resources if environmental conditions worsen. Additionally, engaging with Act Forward Inc can provide community-based support for environmental advocacy. You must document any unusual odors or health symptoms and report them to local authorities. Seeking professional soil and water testing is the only way to confirm individual property safety in this high-risk zone near the Amerace Rubber Dump and surrounding industrial sites.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Urban League Of Union County
Elizabeth, 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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