Township Of Washington, NJ (07676) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07676

Township Of Washington, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Township Of Washington has a critical safety score of 10.0 out of 10. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is located only 4.1 miles from your home. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can move through the ground and water. These contaminants mean that the environment around you may not be safe for long-term exposure. Daily life could be affected by chemicals entering your basement as vapors or polluting the local water supply.

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
4.1 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
26
Sites Within 10 Miles
101
County
Bergen
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The 60 West Prospect Street site is an active location on the National Priorities List, tracked under EPA ID 110006360080. Because the site is active, cleanup is ongoing but the threat to public health remains high. Exposure pathways include groundwater ingestion and the inhalation of toxic vapors that rise through the soil from contaminated plumes. Nearby sites like Corde Cleaners and Lexington Cleaners contribute to a high density of local pollutants. These substances are associated with neurological damage and increased cancer risks over time. Residents must take three defensive measures immediately. First, test your home for vapor intrusion using a professional soil gas kit. Second, install a certified multi-stage water filtration system that targets volatile organic compounds. Third, keep shoes outside to prevent tracking contaminated dust into living areas. The presence of 26 hazardous sites within five miles creates a cumulative risk profile that requires constant monitoring of EPA remediation reports. There is no evidence that these areas are currently free of risk, making personal protection the most effective way to limit exposure to these unspecified hazardous substances. Vigilance regarding local land use is mandatory for residents in the 07676 area.

Threat Summary

Township Of Washington has a critical safety score of 10.0 out of 10. The 60 West Prospect Street Superfund site is located only 4.1 miles from your home. This site contains dangerous hazardous substances that can move through the ground and water. These contaminants mean that the environment around you may not be safe for long-term exposure. Daily life could be affected by chemicals entering your basement as vapors or polluting the local water supply.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
FORMER NORGE VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD1100712847261.94 miActive
CORDE CLEANERS1100041967172.75 miActive
DUPONT CUSTOM CLEANERS1100711004302.77 miActive
GLEN FAIR COIN OPERATED CLEANERS1100711005243.19 miActive
LEXINGTON CLEANERS1100711000143.19 miActive
RIVERDALE BROOK ABANDONED DRUMS1100711001073.34 miActive
RIDGEWOOD GAS WORKS1100093416303.52 miActive
RIVER VALE RADIUM1100711003433.6 miActive
JERRY'S CLEANERS1100156832963.66 miActive
COLONADE CLEANERS1100041687573.71 miActive

Action Required

You should contact the Bergen Save The Watershed Action Network Inc to participate in local environmental monitoring and protection efforts. For assistance with safe housing conditions and legal rights, 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 to access health-related resources and support. Taking action through these local organizations provides the necessary tools to navigate the critical environmental hazards present in your community and ensures your household is protected from ongoing contamination.

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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