Little Ferry, NJ (07643) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07643

Little Ferry, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Little Ferry residents face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern located 3.1 miles away. Hazardous substances from industrial activities can leak into soil and groundwater. These contaminants move through the environment unseen, potentially impacting local air and water quality. With 49 hazardous sites within five miles, daily exposure risks are significantly elevated, requiring constant vigilance regarding your family's health and the safety of 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
3.1 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
49
Sites Within 10 Miles
114
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The AAA Organic Cleaners site, EPA ID 110071100247, remains active on the National Priorities List, indicating it requires significant federal cleanup intervention. Primary exposure pathways include vapor intrusion into residential basements and the migration of hazardous substances through local groundwater. Health risks from these unspecified toxins include increased potential for respiratory ailments, neurological impacts, and developmental issues. Nearby Maywood Chemical Co. further complicates the local profile with its history of chemical processing. To protect your household, implement three defensive measures. First, seal any cracks in your home’s foundation to prevent toxic vapors from entering your living space. Second, use a certified water filtration system rated for volatile organic compounds if your water source is not strictly regulated. Third, remove shoes before entering your home to prevent tracking contaminated soil from the 114 nearby sites into your carpets. Regularly review the EPA’s site profiles to track remediation progress and new contaminant findings.

Threat Summary

Little Ferry residents face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern located 3.1 miles away. Hazardous substances from industrial activities can leak into soil and groundwater. These contaminants move through the environment unseen, potentially impacting local air and water quality. With 49 hazardous sites within five miles, daily exposure risks are significantly elevated, requiring constant vigilance regarding your family's health and the safety of the local environment.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
COLONIAL CLEANING VILLAGE1100711003491.03 miActive
COLONIAL CLEANING CENTER1100041436041.04 miActive
COIN CLEANING VILLAGE1100711000901.09 miActive
DIXO CO. INC.1100041363731.73 miActive
MAYWOOD CHEMICAL CO.1100093001212.03 miActive
LAPLACE CHEMICAL COMPANY1100007448382.06 miActive
BORDEN CHEMICAL CO PRINTING INK DIV1100003198972.25 miActive
AETNA CHEMICAL CORP1100707270112.42 miActive
GLEN FAIR COIN OPERATED CLEANERS1100711005242.42 miActive
HALOCARBON PRODUCTS CORPORATION1100020914232.47 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and legal rights. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss housing safety standards and protections regarding environmental hazards. For advocacy and information on protecting local water resources, reach out to the Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc. If you are a senior citizen concerned about environmental health in your residence, contact the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. These organizations provide essential support for navigating the risks associated with local Superfund sites.

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.

Nearby Reports in New Jersey

Harrington Park, NJ
07640
10.0
4.0 mi
Nearest Site
6
Sites <5 mi
Haworth, NJ
07641
10.0
5.0 mi
Nearest Site
8
Sites <5 mi
Hillsdale, NJ
07642
10.0
4.0 mi
Nearest Site
18
Sites <5 mi
Lodi, NJ
07644
10.0
2.1 mi
Nearest Site
57
Sites <5 mi
Montvale, NJ
07645
10.0
1.8 mi
Nearest Site
14
Sites <5 mi
New Milford, NJ
07646
10.0
3.4 mi
Nearest Site
14
Sites <5 mi

More posts