Lake Hiawatha, NJ (07034) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07034

Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Lake Hiawatha faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Aeropanel Corporation Superfund site is only 2.1 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because this site is still active, chemicals can move through the groundwater or soil into your neighborhood. Living near many high-risk sites means you could breathe in toxic vapors or touch contaminated dirt. This pollution can harm your health over time, making it unsafe to ignore the local environment in your daily activities.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AEROPANEL CORPORATION
Distance to Nearest
2.1 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
31
Sites Within 10 Miles
83
County
Morris
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Aeropanel Corporation site, EPA ID 110000837088, is currently an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory records indicate the presence of unspecified hazardous substances that pose significant long-term risks to public health. Exposure pathways in Lake Hiawatha include groundwater plume migration and soil vapor intrusion from the thirty-one hazardous sites located within five miles. These contaminants are linked to respiratory issues and increased cancer risks upon prolonged exposure. Cleanup efforts are ongoing but the high density of nearby industrial sites, such as the Route 287 Dump Site, complicates local remediation. To protect your household, you must implement three defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon air filtration system to mitigate vapor intrusion. Second, utilize certified water filtration for all drinking and cooking needs to bypass potential groundwater contamination. Third, avoid disturbing soil in residential gardens unless the dirt has been professionally tested for heavy metals. Monitoring the EPA Superfund database for updates on the Aeropanel Corporation cleanup progress is essential for staying informed about local safety levels and regulatory milestones.

Threat Summary

Lake Hiawatha faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Aeropanel Corporation Superfund site is only 2.1 miles away and contains dangerous hazardous substances. Because this site is still active, chemicals can move through the groundwater or soil into your neighborhood. Living near many high-risk sites means you could breathe in toxic vapors or touch contaminated dirt. This pollution can harm your health over time, making it unsafe to ignore the local environment in your daily activities.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
JOES VILLAGE CLEANERS1100041960210.14 miActive
FORMER SUNOCO SERVICE STATION1100711002460.21 miActive
FANTASTIC DRY CLEANING1100711009432.03 miActive
ROUTE 287 DUMP SITE1100435714172.07 miActive
FORMER CLEANSE-O-MATIC1100670398132.14 miActive
AEROPANEL CORPORATION1100008370882.15 miActive
GOTTHELF KNITTING MILLS1100416220182.18 miActive
STATEWIDE STRIPING CORPORATION1100092998382.33 miActive
SYNTHATRON CORP1100015357592.33 miActive
FORMER AUTO VALET INC.1100670396442.47 miActive

Action Required

Residents should immediately contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for guidance on environmental safety and housing rights. This agency provides support for those living near critical hazard zones like the Aeropanel Corporation site. You can also reach out to the County of Bergen, Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 if you require age-specific assistance regarding local environmental threats. Engaging with the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey provides additional community-based environmental information to help residents manage local soil and plant safety.

HUD Housing Counseling

Government Verified
Fair Housing Council Of Northern New Jersey
Hackensack, NJ
County Of Bergen, Department Of Human Services, Division Of Senior Services
Hackensack, NJ

Environmental Organizations

IRS Verified
  • African Violet And Gesneriad Society Of New JerseyEnvironmental
  • American Friends Of Maggies Centre IncEnvironmental
  • Beautiful Mountainside A Nj Nonprofit CorporationEnvironmental

Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS). Nonprofit data from IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File. Housing counseling data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

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.

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