Towaco, NJ (07082) – Environmental Hazard Report

ZIP: 07082

Towaco, New Jersey

Score: 10/10

Towaco faces a critical environmental threat from nearby industrial areas. The Aeropanel Corporation is the nearest active Superfund site, located less than three miles away. While officials list contaminants as unspecified hazardous substances, these chemicals often seep into soil and groundwater. In daily life, this means you must be cautious about where you garden or let children play. Drinking water quality and air safety are major concerns when living near so many active waste sites.

Hazard Data Summary

Hazard Score
10/10
Risk Level
Critical
Primary Contaminant
Unspecified Hazardous Substances
Nearest Superfund Site
AEROPANEL CORPORATION
Distance to Nearest
2.7 mi
Sites Within 5 Miles
15
Sites Within 10 Miles
85
County
Morris
NPL Status
Active

Regulatory Overview

The Aeropanel Corporation site is currently active on the National Priorities List, indicating that the EPA considers it a significant threat to human health and the environment. Exposure pathways in this region primarily include vapor intrusion into residential basements and the leaching of industrial solvents into the local aquifer. Because the contaminants are classified broadly as hazardous substances, health risks include potential respiratory issues, long-term neurological damage, and increased cancer risk from chronic exposure to volatile organic compounds. With 15 hazardous sites within five miles and 85 within ten, cumulative exposure is a major concern for Towaco residents. To defend your household, first install a high-quality carbon filtration system for all potable water to remove chemical residues. Second, use a vapor intrusion mitigation system if your home has a basement to prevent underground gases from entering your living area. Third, avoid disturbing soil in areas with historical industrial activity and use raised beds for any home gardening. Regularly check the EPA site profile for Aeropanel Corporation (EPA ID: 110000837088) for updates on remediation progress. Monitoring local air quality reports during soil excavation at nearby sites like the Route 287 Dump is also essential.

Threat Summary

Towaco faces a critical environmental threat from nearby industrial areas. The Aeropanel Corporation is the nearest active Superfund site, located less than three miles away. While officials list contaminants as unspecified hazardous substances, these chemicals often seep into soil and groundwater. In daily life, this means you must be cautious about where you garden or let children play. Drinking water quality and air safety are major concerns when living near so many active waste sites.

Nearby Superfund Sites

Site NameEPA IDDistanceNPL Status
MAROTTA SCIENTIFIC CONTROLS1100093483492.54 miActive
FORMER AUTO VALET INC.1100670396442.62 miActive
GOTTHELF KNITTING MILLS1100416220182.62 miActive
ROUTE 287 DUMP SITE1100435714172.63 miActive
AEROPANEL CORPORATION1100008370882.66 miActive
FORMER CLEANSE-O-MATIC1100670398132.79 miActive
FANTASTIC DRY CLEANING1100711009433.39 miActive
PEPE FIELD1100093000963.52 miActive
JOES VILLAGE CLEANERS1100041960213.66 miActive
JOHANSON MANUF CO1100711002313.83 miActive

Action Required

Immediate action is necessary to secure your home and health. Residents should contact the Fair Housing Council of Northern New Jersey at 201-489-3552 for guidance on property safety disclosures and housing rights in high-risk zones. Additionally, seniors can reach out to the Bergen County Department of Human Services, Division of Senior Services at 201-336-7400 for health monitoring resources. Engaging with local groups like the African Violet and Gesneriad Society of New Jersey can provide community-level insights into soil health and local environmental preservation efforts to mitigate the impact of industrial pollution.

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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