NEWARK, NJ —
September 16, 2026 |
By DailyHudson Staff
Next phase includes sampling and construction along a 17-mile stretch from Dundee Dam to Newark Bay.
The next phase of the Passaic River cleanup is set to include sampling and in-river construction along a 17-mile stretch that flows from Dundee Dam to Newark Bay, according to NJ Spotlight News. The remediation effort aims to address contamination in the river.
The Passaic River has a long history of industrial pollution, and the cleanup is significant for communities along its banks, including Newark. The river flows through heavily populated areas, and its health affects local residents and the environment. The new phase marks a step forward in the long-term effort to restore the waterway.
The cleanup focuses on the 17-mile section of the Passaic River between Dundee Dam and Newark Bay.
The next steps include sampling and in-river construction, per NJ Spotlight News.
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Impact: Residents in Newark and nearby areas may see increased activity on the river as the work progresses.
What Happens Next: Officials have not released a detailed timeline or specific locations for the sampling and construction.
DailyHudson will continue to follow the Passaic River cleanup as new details emerge.
Source: NJ Spotlight News
