Garden City, New York
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Garden City faces a critical environmental hazard level of ten out of ten. The Mitchell Manor Superfund site is located only three and a half miles away and contains hazardous substances that remain active on the National Priorities List. These contaminants can move through groundwater or soil, potentially affecting the safety of your home and local water. With forty-six hazardous sites within ten miles, including Jackson Steel and Old Roosevelt Field, the cumulative impact creates a serious long-term risk to your health.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment and advocate for faster remediation. Contact Abundant Communities Together Inc or All Our Energy Inc to join local environmental advocacy efforts and stay informed on cleanup progress. For those concerned about property safety or housing rights related to environmental contamination, contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552. Alternatively, seniors can reach the County of Bergen Department of Human Services Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for assistance with housing safety resources and environmental health support in the region.
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.