Stirling, New Jersey
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Stirling faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten out of ten. The primary threat is the 596 Meyersville Road Superfund site located just over one mile away. This active site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can move through local soil and water. For your daily life, this means you must be careful about touching local dirt or drinking untreated well water. High pollution levels near your home increase the risk of coming into contact with dangerous chemical waste.
Action Required
Residents should immediately seek guidance on environmental safety and housing rights to protect their families. Contact the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions for information on local land use and pollution mitigation strategies. For those concerned about how these environmental hazards affect their property or housing stability, reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. This agency provides support for navigating housing issues in high-risk areas. You may also contact the County of Bergen Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for specific health and housing assistance for older residents.
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.