Zip Code 26456

📍 West Union, WV

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

23,242.00 lbs

Total Air Pollution

In 2024, industrial facilities in West Union, WV released over 23,242.00 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was SMITHBURG GAS PLANT, which emitted large quantities of n-Hexane into the local air. Residents of 26456 face significantly higher exposure risks than the national average.

Top Polluting Facilities

SMITHBURG GAS PLANT

Owned by: MARATHON PETROLEUM CORP

n-Hexane released to air

15,000.00 lbs

LBS
SHERWOOD PLANT

Owned by: MARATHON PETROLEUM CORP

n-Hexane released to air

8,238.00 lbs

LBS
SMITHBURG GAS PLANT Cancer Risk

Owned by: MARATHON PETROLEUM CORP

Benzene released to air

4 lbs

LBS

Check Nearby Zip Codes

Report: 26437 Report: 26431 Report: 26419 Report: 26501 Report: 26508 Report: 26525

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Protect Your Lungs

Because toxic gases and VOCs were detected in this area (likely from the Benzene), standard filters are not enough. We strongly recommend an Activated Carbon purifier to adsorb these fumes.

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