Franklin Park, New Jersey
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
SECTION 1 – THREAT SUMMARY. Franklin Park faces a critical environmental hazard score of ten out of ten. The primary concern is the active Superfund site at 1244 White Drive. This location contains unspecified hazardous substances that can contaminate the air you breathe and the water you drink. Living near these chemical sites means you must be careful about local soil. These pollutants can stay in the environment for a long time, potentially causing health problems if you are exposed daily.
Action Required
SECTION 3 – ACTION REQUIRED. Residents must take proactive steps to address housing safety and environmental health concerns. Contact the Bee Friendly Foundation or Alumni Path Foundation Inc for information on local environmental advocacy. For assistance with housing security or environmental justice issues, contact New Jersey Citizen Action at 973-643-8800. Alternatively, the Urban League of Union County provides support and can be reached at 908-351-7200. These organizations assist with navigating the complexities of living near active Superfund sites. Monitoring local air quality reports and participating in community health surveys will help document the impact of these industrial hazards.
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.