Colonia, NJ (07067) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07067

Colonia, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Colonia faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Aabhushan Jewelry Store is a nearby Superfund site under federal investigation. This location contains dangerous chemicals that can seep into the soil or groundwater near your home. These unspecified hazardous substances mean you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking unfiltered water. With twenty-four toxic sites within five miles, pollution is a serious part of your daily environment that requires immediate attention and safety precautions.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AABHUSHAN JEWELRY STORE
Distance to Nearest
1.7 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
24
Sites Within 10 Miles
122
County
Middlesex
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Aabhushan Jewelry Store site, EPA ID 110039148053, is currently an active site on the National Priorities List. Regulatory oversight confirms the presence of hazardous materials with potential migration through groundwater and soil vapor pathways. Residents near the 1.7-mile radius face risks from chronic exposure to chemicals often used in jewelry manufacturing and nearby industrial dry cleaning operations. These contaminants can cause long-term respiratory issues, neurological damage, and increased cancer risks if left unmanaged. Exposure occurs when volatile compounds rise through basement floors or when heavy metals accumulate in yard soil. To protect your household, you must implement specific defensive measures. First, install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all potable water to remove chemical residues. Second, conduct professional indoor air quality testing to check for vapor intrusion from nearby spills and dry cleaning sites. Third, maintain a thick layer of clean mulch or ground cover in gardens to prevent direct contact with potentially contaminated topsoil. Following these steps reduces the likelihood of accidental ingestion or inhalation of toxic particles. The concentration of 122 sites within ten miles highlights a regional pattern of industrial legacy issues that require persistent monitoring.

Threat Summary

Colonia faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0 out of 10. The Aabhushan Jewelry Store is a nearby Superfund site under federal investigation. This location contains dangerous chemicals that can seep into the soil or groundwater near your home. These unspecified hazardous substances mean you must be careful about touching local soil or drinking unfiltered water. With twenty-four toxic sites within five miles, pollution is a serious part of your daily environment that requires immediate attention and safety precautions.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
CLOVER CLEANERS INC.1100041508640.75 miActive
MANUEL'S DRY CLEANERS INC.1100042021940.82 miActive
ETHYLENE GLYCOL SPILL1100393893371.49 miActive
AABHUSHAN JEWELRY STORE1100391480531.72 miActive
WARWICK LABORATORIES INC1100015409941.8 miActive
KEMCO CORPORATION1100093007822.11 miActive
MOREY LARUE LAUNDRY AND DRYING CLEANING1100570243673.11 miActive
U.S. 1 CLEANERS1100015434383.17 miActive
FORMER LUMURED CORP1100716632533.3 miActive
TIDE CLEANERS (275 AMBOY)1100670398043.34 miActive

Action Required

Residents must take immediate steps to secure their living environment against these critical hazards. Contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 to discuss your rights regarding environmental safety and habitability in local housing. For additional support regarding senior safety and environmental health, reach out to the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400. Engaging with the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey can provide community-level insights into local soil health and environmental conservation efforts necessary to mitigate long-term exposure in the Colonia area.

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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