Saddle Brook, NJ (07663) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07663

Saddle Brook, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Saddle Brook faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern located 4.6 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water supply. Living near so many industrial sites means chemicals from old dry cleaners and factories might be in the air you breathe or the water you use. These toxins can build up over time and cause serious health problems for families.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AAA ORGANIC CLEANERS
Distance to Nearest
4.6 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
53
Sites Within 10 Miles
113
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The AAA Organic Cleaners site is currently active on the National Priorities List under EPA ID 110071100247. Regulatory oversight focuses on hazardous substances, though nearby sites like the Fair Lawn Well Field indicate specific risks from volatile organic compounds and industrial solvents. Exposure pathways include groundwater ingestion, soil vapor intrusion, and direct contact with contaminated sediment. Long-term exposure to these industrial pollutants is linked to respiratory distress, neurological impairment, and increased cancer risks. The EPA monitors these locations to mitigate plume migration into residential zones. Residents should implement three defensive measures to reduce personal risk. First, install a high-quality activated carbon water filtration system certified to remove VOCs. Second, use HEPA-certified air purifiers indoors to capture airborne particulates and chemical vapors. Third, conduct professional vapor intrusion testing in basements to ensure underground gases are not entering the living space. Regular review of EPA progress reports is necessary as 53 hazardous sites exist within five miles. Cumulative exposure remains a significant regulatory challenge for Bergen County officials and requires constant environmental monitoring.

Threat Summary

Saddle Brook faces a critical hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The AAA Organic Cleaners Superfund site is a primary concern located 4.6 miles away. This site contains hazardous substances that can leak into the ground or water supply. Living near so many industrial sites means chemicals from old dry cleaners and factories might be in the air you breathe or the water you use. These toxins can build up over time and cause serious health problems for families.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
GLEN FAIR COIN OPERATED CLEANERS1100711005240.92 miActive
BORDEN CHEMICAL CO PRINTING INK DIV1100003198971.38 miActive
QUALEX PHOTO PROCESSING1100060769591.75 miActive
FAIR LAWN WELL FIELD1100718187251.97 miActive
SPIC AND SPAN CLEANERS AND TAILORS1100042123612.16 miActive
LAPLACE CHEMICAL COMPANY1100007448382.27 miActive
LEXINGTON CLEANERS1100711000142.31 miActive
WARREN BRONZE AND ALUMINIUM1100042339632.32 miActive
COLONIAL CLEANING VILLAGE1100711003492.45 miActive
COLONIAL CLEANING CENTER1100041436042.46 miActive

Action Required

Residents must seek assistance to address housing and environmental safety concerns. For fair housing guidance and protection against environmental displacement, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Senior residents should reach out to the Bergen County Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for health-related resources and assistance. Additionally, engage with the Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to participate in local water quality advocacy. Monitoring local water reports and demanding transparency from municipal authorities is essential for community protection in this high-risk zone.

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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