Changewater, New Jersey
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Changewater faces a critical safety risk with a hazard score of 10.0. The BASF Wyandotte Corp Superfund site is only 1.8 miles away. Because there are six major toxic sites within five miles, hazardous substances might be in your soil or water. These chemicals can cause long-term health problems if you breathe them in or touch them. This means you must be careful when gardening or playing outside. Do not drink well water unless it has been professionally tested.
Action Required
Residents should contact local organizations to discuss environmental safety and housing options. For guidance on environmental advocacy and local pollution data, reach out to Carboncleaner or the Auta Prl Nj Ny Ct Club. If your living situation is affected by these hazardous sites, contact the Housing Partnership for Morris County at 973-659-9222. Alternatively, residents can call the Community Action Committee of Lehigh Valley, Inc. at 610-691-5620 for support services. Taking immediate action to verify the safety of your home environment is necessary given the critical hazard score assigned to the Changewater area.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
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.