Wyckoff, NJ (07481) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07481

Wyckoff, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Wyckoff faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is only 2.3 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. There are 30 contaminated areas within five miles of your home. These chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater, potentially affecting the air you breathe and the water you drink. Living near these sites means you must be extra careful about local pollution and health risks.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
60 WEST PROSPECT STREET
Distance to Nearest
2.3 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
30
Sites Within 10 Miles
90
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The primary hazard at 60 West Prospect Street, EPA ID 110006360080, involves unspecified hazardous substances currently listed on the National Priorities List as an active site. Cleanup operations are ongoing to address long-term contamination issues. Exposure pathways in this region primarily include vapor intrusion into residential basements and the migration of chemicals through the local aquifer. Nearby facilities like International Wire Products Corp and Laurettas Cleaners add to the cumulative toxic load. Health risks associated with these hazardous substances include respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer rates over prolonged exposure periods. To mitigate these risks, residents should implement three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon air filtration system to capture volatile organic compounds indoors. Second, utilize certified water filtration systems that meet NSF/ANSI 53 standards for chemical reduction. Third, maintain a vapor barrier in crawlspaces or basements to prevent soil gases from entering the living area. Regularly monitor official EPA updates regarding remediation progress and local groundwater testing results to stay informed about changes in the environmental landscape. Environmental monitoring remains essential due to the high density of thirty contaminated sites within a five-mile radius of the 07481 ZIP code.

Threat Summary

Wyckoff faces a critical environmental threat with a hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is only 2.3 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. There are 30 contaminated areas within five miles of your home. These chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater, potentially affecting the air you breathe and the water you drink. Living near these sites means you must be extra careful about local pollution and health risks.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
INTERNATIONAL WIRE PRODUCTS CORP1100093411400.5 miActive
LAURETTAS CLEANERS1100041734480.7 miActive
INTL WIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY1100041626281.27 miActive
60 WEST PROSPECT STREET1100063600802.3 miActive
COMMERICAL PRODUCTS USA1100147181092.39 miActive
RIDGEWOOD ASH LANDFILL1100093006482.42 miActive
KAPLAN CLEANERS1100041436222.48 miActive
COLONADE CLEANERS1100041687572.54 miActive
RIDGEWOOD GAS WORKS1100093416302.59 miActive
BETTY BRITE CLEANERS1100173576162.6 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to protect their property and health. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey in Hackensack at 201-489-3552 for assistance with environmental disclosure and housing rights. For information regarding local water quality and conservation efforts, reach out to Clean Lakes Education And Research Inc. If you require housing counseling related to environmental hazards, contact the Urban League of Union County at 908-351-7200. These organizations provide the necessary resources to navigate the legal and safety challenges posed by the high density of local hazardous waste 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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