Hillsdale, NJ (07642) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07642

Hillsdale, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Hillsdale faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to high industrial density. The nearest active Superfund site is 60 WEST PROSPECT STREET, located four miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can migrate through groundwater or soil. For your daily life, this means potential risks to local water quality and air safety. With 85 contaminated sites within ten miles, residents must stay alert to local environmental alerts to avoid long-term exposure to dangerous chemicals.

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
4.0 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
18
Sites Within 10 Miles
85
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The EPA site at 60 WEST PROSPECT STREET (EPA ID: 110006360080) maintains an active status on the National Priorities List, indicating ongoing investigation and remediation efforts. Primary exposure pathways include the infiltration of hazardous substances into the local aquifer and soil vapor intrusion into residential structures. These contaminants pose serious health risks, including potential respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer vulnerability from chronic exposure. Nearby sites like River Vale Radium and Blue Swan Cleaners further complicate the regional toxicological profile through perchlorate and radium contamination. To defend against these threats, residents should first install high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration systems to mitigate airborne contaminants. Second, homeowners should conduct professional testing for radon and volatile organic compounds in basements where vapor intrusion is most likely. Third, utilize certified carbon-block water filtration for all drinking and cooking water to address potential groundwater seepage. Regular monitoring of EPA Five-Year Reviews provides updated data on cleanup progress and emerging risks. Maintaining awareness of local soil quality is essential before any gardening or excavation activities.

Threat Summary

Hillsdale faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 due to high industrial density. The nearest active Superfund site is 60 WEST PROSPECT STREET, located four miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can migrate through groundwater or soil. For your daily life, this means potential risks to local water quality and air safety. With 85 contaminated sites within ten miles, residents must stay alert to local environmental alerts to avoid long-term exposure to dangerous chemicals.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
RIVERDALE BROOK ABANDONED DRUMS1100711001071.99 miActive
RIVER VALE RADIUM1100711003432.09 miActive
BLUE SWAN CLEANERS1100126472432.19 miActive
BERGEN PERCHLORATE ION SITE1100231286762.2 miActive
FORMER NORGE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD1100712847262.79 miActive
HANDY & HARMON ELECTRONICS1100041623983.3 miActive
JERRY'S CLEANERS1100156832963.6 miActive
BETTY BRITE CLEANERS1100173576163.66 miActive
COLONADE CLEANERS1100041687573.69 miActive
KAPLAN CLEANERS1100041436223.74 miActive

Action Required

Immediate steps are necessary to mitigate environmental risks in Hillsdale. Residents should contact Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to participate in local water quality monitoring and advocacy. For those concerned about property safety or environmental justice in housing, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey in Hackensack at 201-489-3552. Additionally, the Urban League of Union County provides housing assistance at 908-351-7200. These organizations offer resources to help you navigate the legal and safety challenges posed by the high density of local Superfund sites.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Urban League Of Union County
Elizabeth, NJ
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
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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