Towaco, New Jersey
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
Regulatory Overview
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 Name | EPA ID | Distance | NPL Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAROTTA SCIENTIFIC CONTROLS | 110009348349 | 2.54 mi | Active |
| FORMER AUTO VALET INC. | 110067039644 | 2.62 mi | Active |
| GOTTHELF KNITTING MILLS | 110041622018 | 2.62 mi | Active |
| ROUTE 287 DUMP SITE | 110043571417 | 2.63 mi | Active |
| AEROPANEL CORPORATION | 110000837088 | 2.66 mi | Active |
| FORMER CLEANSE-O-MATIC | 110067039813 | 2.79 mi | Active |
| FANTASTIC DRY CLEANING | 110071100943 | 3.39 mi | Active |
| PEPE FIELD | 110009300096 | 3.52 mi | Active |
| JOES VILLAGE CLEANERS | 110004196021 | 3.66 mi | Active |
| JOHANSON MANUF CO | 110071100231 | 3.83 mi | Active |
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 VerifiedEnvironmental 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.