Joseph A. Majka & Sons Inc. Refinery, Clifton, New Jersey | US Oil Infrastructure

Joseph A. Majka & Sons Inc. is a refinery located at 568 Paulison Ave, Clifton, New Jersey, in Passaic County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 324110, which covers petroleum refineries. As a refinery in the United States, it is subject to federal environmental regulations including the Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards and state-level oversight by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The facility operates within the complex regulatory framework of the US oil refining sector, which includes compliance with EPA emissions standards, wastewater discharge permits under the Clean Water Act, and spill prevention measures. As a refinery in the densely populated Northeast, Joseph A. Majka & Sons Inc. plays a role in regional fuel supply. Its location in an industrial area of Clifton, near major transportation routes, underscores its logistical importance. The facility's environmental impact is managed through regulatory compliance and best practices typical of the sector.

The refinery is situated in Clifton, New Jersey, an urban area with mixed industrial and residential zones. The local environmental context includes proximity to the Passaic River, which requires careful management of stormwater runoff and spill prevention to protect water quality. Air emissions from refining operations are regulated under the Clean Air Act, with particular focus on volatile organic compounds and hazardous air pollutants. The facility's coastal location within the New York metropolitan area adds considerations for potential impacts on regional air quality and water resources.