Leonia, NJ (07605) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07605

Leonia, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY: Leonia residents face a critical hazard level of 10.0. The AAA Organic Cleaners site is the nearest Superfund location. Hazardous substances from this and 17 other nearby sites may impact local soil and groundwater. These contaminants can enter your daily life through water pipes or garden soil. You must stay alert to environmental warnings to avoid health issues. Knowing the risks helps you protect your family from dangerous chemicals found in the local environment.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AAA ORGANIC CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
3.4 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
17
Sites Within 10 Miles
103
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

SECTION 2 – REGULATORY OVERVIEW: The AAA Organic Cleaners site, EPA ID 110071100247, currently holds an active status on the National Priorities List. The primary contaminants are unspecified hazardous substances that typically migrate through groundwater or soil vapor. Exposure pathways include inhalation of volatile chemicals, ingestion of contaminated water, and direct contact with toxic sediments. Long-term exposure to these industrial pollutants is linked to respiratory disorders, nervous system damage, and increased cancer risks. To mitigate these threats, residents should implement three specific defensive measures. First, install a charcoal-based water filtration system certified to remove industrial solvents. Second, conduct professional vapor intrusion testing in basements to ensure indoor air is not being contaminated by subsurface gases. Third, avoid all contact with soil or water near the 17 identified sites within a five-mile radius, including Permabond International and Pfister Chemical, Inc. Ongoing oversight by the EPA is required to manage the 103 hazardous sites within the ten-mile zone. Residents must monitor official cleanup updates to understand current containment levels. This critical rating demands constant vigilance regarding local environmental health standards.

Threat Summary

SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY: Leonia residents face a critical hazard level of 10.0. The AAA Organic Cleaners site is the nearest Superfund location. Hazardous substances from this and 17 other nearby sites may impact local soil and groundwater. These contaminants can enter your daily life through water pipes or garden soil. You must stay alert to environmental warnings to avoid health issues. Knowing the risks helps you protect your family from dangerous chemicals found in the local environment.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
PERMABOND INTERNATIONAL1100020914871.08 miActive
EMPIRE CLEANERS1100711006471.33 miActive
JEREMY INDUSTRIES1100015303801.51 miActive
PFISTER CHEMICAL, INC.1100707497841.79 miActive
FORMER MITCHELLS DRY CLEANERS1100714328802.11 miActive
HIGHWOOD CLEANERS & TAILORS1100064401732.18 miActive
JET DRIVE IN CLEANERS1100041525222.19 miActive
RIDGE PRINTING CO INC1100092994192.33 miActive
NICKSTADT-MOELLER INCORPORATED1100008732162.37 miActive
STANDARD COATING CORP1100711006522.66 miActive

Action Required

SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED: Residents should engage with Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to support local environmental protection and stay informed on water safety. For those concerned about health risks within their living environment, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Senior citizens requiring specialized assistance regarding hazardous living conditions should call the County of Bergen Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Direct advocacy through 350Nj A Nj Nonprofit Corporation can also provide pathways for community-led environmental safety initiatives.

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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