de rewal chemical co.

DELAWARE RIVER DR

From 1970 to 1973, the DeRewal Chemical Company used the site for the storage of chemicals. Chemicals handled included a range of metals, acid solutions, and fertilizer nutrients and associated compounds. Numerous chemical spills were reported in 1973, including one incident in which the contents of a tank truck containing an acidic chromium solution were allowed to drain onto the soil. The DeRewal Chemical Company ceased operations at the site around 1974. The site is adjacent to the Delaware River, which is used for recreation. Several residences are located near the site. The population of Kingwood Township is approximately 3,900. Site Responsibility: This site is being addressed through Federal actions.

Hazardous Ranking Score

36 / 100

A score of 28.5 or higher qualifies a site for the Superfund National Priority List.

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Region 2
Phone: (877) 251-4575

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        Census

        White
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        Asian
        American Indian and Alaska Native
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        Other

        1,111

        People living
        within a 1 mile radius

        $99,835

        Average Income

        487

        Occupied homes

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