Hawthorne, New Jersey
Hawthorne faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Amerace Rubber Dump is the primary Superfund site threatening this area. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can seep into the ground and local water supplies. For your daily life, this means you must be cautious about the soil in your yard and the water you drink. These chemicals stay in the environment for years. They can harm your health if you breathe them in or touch contaminated dirt.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Hawthorne faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Amerace Rubber Dump is the primary Superfund site threatening this area. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can seep into the ground and local water supplies. For your daily life, this means you must be cautious about the soil in your yard and the water you drink. These chemicals stay in the environment for years. They can harm your health if you breathe them in or touch contaminated dirt.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROTH CLEANERS | 110004147076 | 0.83 mi | Active |
| ROUTE 287 TANKER SPILL RIVERDALE, NJ | 110037285844 | 1.23 mi | Active |
| AMERACE RUBBER DUMP | 110009299008 | 2.15 mi | Active |
| WITCO CHEMICAL CORP. (OAKLAND PLANT) | 110038380668 | 3.23 mi | Active |
| W.R. GRACE & CO., INC./WAYNE INTERIM STORAGE SITE (USDOE) | 110009341471 | 3.44 mi | Active |
| G.J. REDNER INC | 110009341284 | 3.79 mi | Active |
| SPECTROCHEM LABORATORIES INC | 110004218971 | 4.76 mi | Active |
| BALO PRECISION PARTS INC | 110013799452 | 4.79 mi | Active |
| INTL WIRE PRODUCTS COMPANY | 110004162628 | 6.61 mi | Active |
| MAROTTA SCIENTIFIC CONTROLS | 110009348349 | 6.81 mi | Active |
Action Required
Immediate action is necessary to protect your household from local environmental hazards. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety and your rights as a resident. For community-based environmental advocacy and information on local park safety, reach out to the Friends of Passaic County Parks. They can provide resources regarding land use and local conservation efforts. Document any unusual odors or water discoloration and report these findings to local authorities. Staying informed through these organizations is the best way to manage the critical 10.0 hazard rating in Hawthorne.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental Organizations
IRS Verified- A3m3 IncEnvironmental
- Friends Of Passaic County Parks A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental
- 1 Entrance Exit At A TimeCommunity
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.