New Hope, Pennsylvania
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
New Hope faces a critical hazard score of 10.0. The primary threat is the Taurus Corporation Superfund site located 3.2 miles away. This active site contains hazardous substances that can move through the environment. For daily life, these chemicals might enter the ground or water supply. You should be cautious about using local well water or playing in soil near industrial zones. Because the site is active, the risk of exposure remains a serious concern for all local residents.
Action Required
Residents must take immediate steps to address these environmental risks. Contact the Aquetong Watershed Association Inc to learn about local water quality monitoring and protection efforts in the New Hope area. For those concerned about property safety or seeking relocation assistance due to environmental hazards, contact the Northwest Counseling Service in Philadelphia at 215-324-7500. Alternatively, you may reach out to the Central Jersey Housing Resource Center, Inc. at 908-446-0036 for guidance on safe housing standards. Document all health symptoms and keep records of water testing results to ensure your family remains protected from local contaminants.
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.