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Zip Code 26456

📍 West Union, WV

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

Data Source: EPA TRI (2024) • Updated Nov 2025

23,242.00 lbs
State Score
42
/ 100
National Score
26
/ 100

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
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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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Chemical Breakdown

Top 5 Pollutants by Weight

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