Paterson, New Jersey
Paterson faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten out of ten. The Amerace Rubber Dump is a major concern located only 2.1 miles away. This site is on the national priority list because it contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can leak into the ground and water near your home. Living near so many waste sites means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated well water. Your daily health depends on staying informed and cautious.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Paterson faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten out of ten. The Amerace Rubber Dump is a major concern located only 2.1 miles away. This site is on the national priority list because it contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can leak into the ground and water near your home. Living near so many waste sites means you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated well water. Your daily health depends on staying informed and cautious.
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
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and legal rights. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for assistance with housing safety concerns and environmental justice issues. For general community support and local advocacy, engage with the nonprofit 1 Entrance Exit At A Time. If you require broader housing counseling regarding relocation or safety standards, call the Urban League of Union County at 908-351-7200. Proactive engagement with these organizations ensures you receive the necessary resources to navigate the high density of local hazardous waste sites.
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.