Bergenfield, NJ (07621) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07621

Bergenfield, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Bergenfield residents face a critical 10.0 hazard rating due to extreme local industrial density. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is located 3.4 miles away and remains active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances from this and 108 other nearby sites can leak into the ground and water supply. These invisible chemicals may enter your home through the air or plumbing, posing serious long-term health risks to you and your family if left unaddressed.

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
13
Sites Within 10 Miles
108
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The AAA Organic Cleaners site, identified by EPA ID 110071100247, is currently categorized as an active threat under federal oversight. The primary exposure pathways involve groundwater migration and vapor intrusion, where volatile hazardous substances evaporate from contaminated soil into residential buildings. Health risks associated with these pollutants include increased vulnerability to respiratory illness, nervous system impairment, and long-term organ damage. With 13 hazardous sites within five miles, including Hoke Inc and Highwood Cleaners, the cumulative toxic load in the Bergenfield area is significant. Residents should implement three specific defensive measures to reduce exposure. First, install a granular activated carbon water filtration system certified to remove volatile organic compounds. Second, hire a professional to conduct sub-slab depressurization or vapor barrier testing in your basement to block toxic gases from entering the home. Third, regularly review the EPA Envirofacts database for updates on the AAA Organic Cleaners cleanup progress to stay informed about local groundwater plumes. These actions provide a layer of protection against the migration of unspecified hazardous substances from nearby industrial zones into the private domestic environment.

Threat Summary

Bergenfield residents face a critical 10.0 hazard rating due to extreme local industrial density. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is located 3.4 miles away and remains active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances from this and 108 other nearby sites can leak into the ground and water supply. These invisible chemicals may enter your home through the air or plumbing, posing serious long-term health risks to you and your family if left unaddressed.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
HOKE INC1100003204112.17 miActive
HIGHWOOD CLEANERS & TAILORS1100064401732.31 miActive
FORMER MITCHELLS DRY CLEANERS1100714328802.35 miActive
JET DRIVE IN CLEANERS1100041525222.36 miActive
HALOCARBON PRODUCTS CORPORATION1100020914232.61 miActive
JEREMY INDUSTRIES1100015303802.68 miActive
PERMABOND INTERNATIONAL1100020914873.17 miActive
AAA ORGANIC CLEANERS1100711002473.42 miActive
COLONIAL CLEANING CENTER1100041436043.99 miActive
COIN CLEANING VILLAGE1100711000904 miActive

Action Required

Direct action is necessary to mitigate these environmental risks. Residents should contact the Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to participate in local water safety initiatives and environmental monitoring. For assistance with housing safety and environmental justice issues, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Senior citizens requiring specialized health or relocation resources should call the Bergen County Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. You must request soil and air quality testing if your property is near these active cleanup zones to ensure your immediate living space remains habitable.

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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