Forked River, New Jersey
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Forked River faces a critical environmental threat with a maximum hazard score of 10.0. The Beachwood/Berkeley Wells Superfund site sits only 3.8 miles away and remains active. Because this site contains unspecified hazardous substances, your daily life could be affected through soil or water contact. There are five contaminated sites within five miles of your home. You must be careful about local groundwater use and pay attention to official health advisories to keep your family safe from invisible toxins.
Action Required
Residents should immediately coordinate with local organizations to stay informed about environmental health and housing safety. Contact Barnegat Beach Part Estuary Inc to learn about local water quality monitoring and ecological protection efforts in the Forked River area. For those concerned about property safety or housing stability due to environmental factors, contact the HUD-approved agency OCEAN, INC. (Ocean Community Economic Action Now, Inc.) in Toms River at 732-244-5333-1108. These resources provide the necessary support to navigate the critical 10.0 hazard rating currently impacting your community and ensure safe living conditions.
Data Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Superfund Enterprise Management System (SEMS). Facility data from EPA Facility Registry Service (FRS).
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.