Park Ridge, New Jersey
Park Ridge faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is active and contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater you use every day. Living near fourteen high-risk sites within five miles means your air and water quality might be compromised. You must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated well water. This situation requires immediate attention to protect your family's long-term health and safety.
Hazard Data Summary
Regulatory Overview
Threat Summary
Park Ridge faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is active and contains dangerous hazardous substances. These chemicals can seep into the soil and groundwater you use every day. Living near fourteen high-risk sites within five miles means your air and water quality might be compromised. You must be careful about touching local soil or drinking untreated well water. This situation requires immediate attention to protect your family's long-term health and safety.
Nearby Superfund Sites
| Site Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE SWAN CLEANERS | 110012647243 | 0.7 mi | Active |
| BERGEN PERCHLORATE ION SITE | 110023128676 | 1.41 mi | Active |
| HANDY & HARMON ELECTRONICS | 110004162398 | 1.81 mi | Active |
| RIVER VALE RADIUM | 110071100343 | 2.1 mi | Active |
| RIVERDALE BROOK ABANDONED DRUMS | 110071100107 | 2.29 mi | Active |
| FORMER NORGE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD | 110071284726 | 4.09 mi | Active |
| JERRY'S CLEANERS | 110015683296 | 4.19 mi | Active |
| BETTY BRITE CLEANERS | 110017357616 | 4.23 mi | Active |
| TIP TOP CLEANERS | 110015313436 | 4.24 mi | Active |
| COLONADE CLEANERS | 110004168757 | 4.3 mi | Active |
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment. Contact the Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to learn about local water protection initiatives and environmental advocacy. For those concerned about property safety or housing rights related to environmental hazards, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. This agency provides guidance on housing standards and safety protections. Taking these actions helps ensure your household remains informed and protected against the documented critical hazards in the Park Ridge area. Coordination with these local resources is essential for community-level risk reduction.
HUD Housing Counseling
Government VerifiedEnvironmental 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.