Alpine, NJ (07620) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07620

Alpine, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Alpine residents face a critical safety score of 10.0 due to nearby industrial contamination. The Hoke Inc Superfund site is located just over two miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this site and others nearby can move through soil or groundwater. This means you must be careful about local water quality and garden soil. Industrial chemicals often stay in the environment for a long time, posing risks to your family’s long-term health.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
HOKE INC
Distance to Nearest
2.2 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
5
Sites Within 10 Miles
44
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Hoke Inc site, identified by EPA ID 110000320411, remains an active threat on the National Priorities List. Regulatory records indicate the presence of unspecified hazardous substances resulting from historical industrial operations. There are five high-priority sites within five miles and forty-four within a ten-mile radius of Alpine. Exposure pathways primarily involve groundwater migration and soil vapor intrusion, which occur when volatile chemicals move from contaminated soil into the air of nearby buildings. Long-term exposure to these industrial contaminants can lead to chronic respiratory issues, neurological damage, or increased cancer risks. To mitigate these threats, residents should implement three specific defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all household tap water to capture organic pollutants. Second, conduct professional indoor air quality testing to check for volatile organic compounds that may be rising from the soil. Third, avoid using private well water for irrigation or drinking unless it has been certified safe by state laboratories within the last year. These actions reduce direct contact with pollutants as the EPA continues its long-term remediation efforts across the region. Monitoring local environmental reports is essential for tracking the progress of site cleanups.

Threat Summary

Alpine residents face a critical safety score of 10.0 due to nearby industrial contamination. The Hoke Inc Superfund site is located just over two miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this site and others nearby can move through soil or groundwater. This means you must be careful about local water quality and garden soil. Industrial chemicals often stay in the environment for a long time, posing risks to your family’s long-term health.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
PATCLIN CHEMICAL CO1100003228561.95 miActive
HOKE INC1100003204112.25 miActive
T.C. DUNHAM PAINT CO. WAREHOUSE1100461207462.87 miActive
NORTHVALE DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT CO. INC.1100068502742.99 miActive
STAUFFER CHEMICAL /EASTERN RESEARCH CENT1100711001694.84 miActive
JET DRIVE IN CLEANERS1100041525225.13 miActive
HIGHWOOD CLEANERS & TAILORS1100064401735.16 miActive
FORMER MITCHELLS DRY CLEANERS1100714328805.24 miActive
RIVERDALE BROOK ABANDONED DRUMS1100711001075.59 miActive
FORMER MARBLE QUARRY LANDFILL (FMQLF)1100711010395.64 miActive

Action Required

You must take immediate steps to protect your household and property values. Contact the Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to learn more about local water protection efforts and community advocacy regarding the Hoke Inc site. For those concerned about housing safety and environmental justice, reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for guidance on tenant and homeowner rights. Additionally, residents can contact the Bergen County Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for health resources and assistance programs related to local environmental hazards in the Alpine area.

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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