Great Neck, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Great Neck faces a critical hazard level of 10.0 out of 10. The Mitchell Manor Superfund site is only 3.2 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because this site is active, these chemicals could enter the ground or water you use every day. Living near eighteen different waste sites means you must be careful about touching soil or drinking unfiltered water. These pollutants can harm your health over time if you are exposed to them frequently in your neighborhood.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to protect their property and health. Contact the Baxters Pond Foundation Inc or the Butler Conservation Fund Inc to learn about local environmental monitoring efforts in Great Neck. For those concerned about housing safety and environmental justice, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Additionally, the County of Bergen Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services, can be reached at 201-336-7400 for assistance with health-related housing concerns. These organizations provide resources for navigating the risks associated with the high density of local Superfund sites.
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.