The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed its statutory obligation of conducting "five-year reviews" for 32 Superfund sites across New Jersey, New York, and Puerto Rico in 2025. These reviews are part of the EPA's ongoing efforts to evaluate the effectiveness of cleanup efforts at these sites and determine if further actions are needed to protect human health and the environment.
According to the EPA, these reviews confirmed that the remedies in place continue to be effective. However, recommendations for follow-up actions were made where necessary. The five-year review reports for each site can be accessed on the EPA's website.
The Superfund program was established by Congress in 1980 to address hazardous waste sites across the country. It involves various phases, including future use considerations and post-cleanup monitoring. The primary goal is to ensure human health and environmental protection through regular assessments of site cleanups.
The list of reviewed sites includes locations such as the New Jersey Asbestos Dump in Morris County, Gowanus Canal in Kings County, New York, and Barceloneta Landfill in Puerto Rico.
For more information about the Superfund program, visit www.epa.gov/superfund.
