Elmsford, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Residents in Elmsford face a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Stauffer Chemical/Eastern Research Center is the nearest active Superfund site, located only four miles away. While the EPA lists unspecified hazardous substances, these chemicals can move through groundwater or soil near your home. This means you must be cautious about touching local dirt or drinking untreated well water. Multiple industrial sites nearby increase the cumulative risk to your long-term health and safety in this specific area.
Action Required
Take immediate steps to protect your household and property values. Contact the Alliance Of Green Schools And Communities Inc for environmental advocacy and information on local soil quality. If you have concerns regarding your housing safety or environmental justice rights, reach out to the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Residents may also contact the Paterson Task Force for Community Action, Inc at 973-279-2333-135 for assistance with community resources. Professional environmental testing is recommended for any property within a five-mile radius of the identified Superfund locations.
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.