Allenhurst, NJ (07709) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07709

Allenhurst, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Allenhurst faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The AT AND BELL LABORATORIES Superfund site is only 4.5 miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this location can enter the local environment through soil or groundwater. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt in unknown areas or using well water. Dangerous chemicals can stay in the ground for a long time and affect your long-term health.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AT AND BELL LABORATORIES
Distance to Nearest
4.5 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
3
Sites Within 10 Miles
16
County
Monmouth
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The AT AND BELL LABORATORIES site, identified by EPA ID 110071100165, maintains an active status on the National Priorities List, indicating that cleanup efforts are ongoing and long-term remediation is required. Exposure pathways typically include the inhalation of contaminated dust, ingestion of groundwater plumes, or direct dermal contact with hazardous substances in the soil. These contaminants pose significant health risks, including potential respiratory issues, neurological damage, or increased long-term cancer risks depending on the specific chemicals present. There are sixteen hazardous sites within a ten-mile radius of Allenhurst, increasing the cumulative environmental burden on the area. Residents should implement three specific defensive measures to mitigate risk. First, utilize high-quality HEPA air filtration systems indoors to capture contaminated airborne particles. Second, install certified water filtration systems that address heavy metals and volatile organic compounds if using local water sources. Third, maintain a strict shoes-off policy inside the home to prevent tracking contaminated outdoor soil into living spaces. Continuous monitoring of EPA updates regarding the AT AND BELL LABORATORIES site is essential for staying informed about local plume migrations or changes in site safety ratings.

Threat Summary

Allenhurst faces a critical hazard level of 10.0. The AT AND BELL LABORATORIES Superfund site is only 4.5 miles away and is currently active on the National Priorities List. Hazardous substances at this location can enter the local environment through soil or groundwater. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching dirt in unknown areas or using well water. Dangerous chemicals can stay in the ground for a long time and affect your long-term health.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
MONMOUTH COUNTY COURTHOUSE1100464278992.89 miActive
NESTLE CO1100711003303.68 miActive
AT AND BELL LABORATORIES1100711001654.5 miActive
BURNT FLY BOG1100092998475.24 miActive
NAVAL WEAPONS STATION EARLE (SITE A)1100604197565.26 miActive
IMPERIAL OIL CO., INC./CHAMPION CHEMICALS1100641839215.61 miActive
REX LUMBER COMPANY1100321596065.67 miActive
LONE PINE LANDFILL1100711005778.21 miActive
STAUFFER CHEMICAL1100711001608.32 miActive
COMPOUNDERS INC1100068185878.93 miActive

Action Required

Residents should contact the American Littoral Society for information on local environmental conservation and water quality protection. For housing assistance related to environmental safety concerns, contact the Northfield Community Local Development Corporation of Staten Island, Inc. at 718-442-7351. Alternatively, the Community Organization of Southern Brooklyn can be reached at 718-435-1300 for guidance on safe housing resources. You must request a formal soil and water assessment if you live within the 4.5-mile radius of the AT AND BELL LABORATORIES site. Immediate action helps reduce your family’s exposure to unspecified hazardous substances.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Northfield Community Local Development Corporation Of Staten Island, Inc.
Staten Island, NJ
Community Organization Of Southern Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NJ

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • American Littoral SocietyEnvironmental
  • American Rhododendron SocietyEnvironmental
  • Carbon RootsEnvironmental

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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