Hackensack, NJ (07602) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07602

Hackensack, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Hackensack faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is only five miles away and contains hazardous substances. Living near many industrial sites means chemicals might be in the soil or water. This can affect where you play or what you breathe. With 45 sites within five miles, pollution is a serious concern for everyone in the 07602 area. Stay alert to local health advisories to keep your family safe.

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
5.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
45
Sites Within 10 Miles
110
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 60 West Prospect Street site is currently listed as an active site on the National Priorities List under EPA ID 110006360080. While contaminants are categorized as unspecified hazardous substances, the proximity of 45 facilities within five miles, including chemical plants and dry cleaners like Borden Chemical Co and Qualex Photo Processing, increases cumulative risk. Primary exposure pathways include vapor intrusion from contaminated groundwater and incidental contact with legacy industrial soil. Health risks associated with these categories of industrial waste include respiratory issues, neurological impairment, and long-term carcinogenic effects. Cleanup operations are ongoing, but the density of secondary sites like Glen Fair Coin Operated Cleaners indicates a high potential for localized plumes. Residents must adopt defensive measures to mitigate exposure. First, use high-efficiency particulate air filters indoors to capture airborne industrial dust. Second, install certified water filtration systems that address volatile organic compounds often found near dry-cleaning sites. Third, avoid gardening in native soil without prior testing or the use of raised beds with imported, clean soil. Monitoring the EPA site for specific remedial action updates remains critical for long-term safety.

Threat Summary

Hackensack faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is only five miles away and contains hazardous substances. Living near many industrial sites means chemicals might be in the soil or water. This can affect where you play or what you breathe. With 45 sites within five miles, pollution is a serious concern for everyone in the 07602 area. Stay alert to local health advisories to keep your family safe.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
GLEN FAIR COIN OPERATED CLEANERS1100711005241.29 miActive
BORDEN CHEMICAL CO PRINTING INK DIV1100003198972.1 miActive
QUALEX PHOTO PROCESSING1100060769592.37 miActive
LEXINGTON CLEANERS1100711000142.41 miActive
COLONIAL CLEANING VILLAGE1100711003492.64 miActive
FAIR LAWN WELL FIELD1100718187252.64 miActive
COLONIAL CLEANING CENTER1100041436042.65 miActive
COIN CLEANING VILLAGE1100711000902.7 miActive
CORDE CLEANERS1100041967172.72 miActive
DUPONT CUSTOM CLEANERS1100711004302.73 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety standards and potential relocation resources if environmental hazards are detected on your property. For elderly residents, the Bergen County Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 provides assistance with health-related housing needs. Additionally, engage with Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to support local water quality monitoring and environmental advocacy. Documenting local environmental changes is essential for maintaining safety in this high-risk zone.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
Hackensack, NJ
County Of Bergen, Department Of Human Services, Division Of Senior Services
Hackensack, NJ

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • 350nj A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental
  • American Society Of Endoscopic And Interventional Spine Surgery IncEnvironmental
  • Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network 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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