Toms River, New Jersey
Hazard Data Summary
Threat Summary
Toms River faces a critical environmental hazard score of 10.0. The Brown Avenue Landfill is a major concern located only three miles away. This site contains unspecified hazardous substances that can leak into the local environment. For your daily life, this means toxic chemicals might reach the soil or groundwater you rely on. Living near multiple high-risk areas increases your chance of coming into contact with dangerous materials that could harm your long-term health and safety.
Action Required
Residents must take proactive steps to secure their health and property values. For environmental advocacy and local ecological information, contact Barnegat Beach Part Estuary Inc or the Barnegat Branch Rail Trail Alliance. These organizations work to protect the local watershed from further degradation. If environmental concerns are affecting your ability to maintain safe housing or manage your mortgage, contact Navicore Solutions at 732-409-6281. This HUD-approved agency provides financial counseling and housing resources for families in high-risk areas. Engaging with these local resources is the most effective way to navigate living near active Superfund sites.
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.