Zip Code 27299
📍 Linwood, NC
Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)
Data Source: EPA TRI (2024) • Updated Nov 2025
7,861.56 lbs
State Score
41
/ 100
National Score
39
/ 100
In 2024, industrial facilities in Linwood, NC released over 7,861.56 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was EGGER - LEXINGTON PARTICLEBOARD PLANT, which emitted Methanol into the local air. Air quality in 27299 is relatively consistent with regional baselines.
Top Polluting Facilities
- EGGER - LEXINGTON PARTICLEBOARD PLANTOwned by: nanMethanol released to air3,602.00 lbsLBS
- EGGER - LEXINGTON PARTICLEBOARD PLANTOwned by: nanAmmonia released to air2,540.00 lbsLBS
- EGGER - LEXINGTON PARTICLEBOARD PLANT Cancer RiskOwned by: nanFormaldehyde released to air1,719.00 lbsLBS
- EGGER - LEXINGTON PARTICLEBOARD PLANT Cancer RiskOwned by: nanLead released to air0.56 lbsLBS
Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)
- Salisbury, NC (28147) 11.7 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity78,029.81 lbsAnnual Emissions
- Salisbury, NC (28144) 9.7 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity71,538.15 lbsAnnual Emissions
- Cleveland, NC (27013) 18.9 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity29,166.45 lbsAnnual Emissions
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Because toxic gases and VOCs were detected in this area (likely from the Formaldehyde), standard filters are not enough. We strongly recommend an Activated Carbon purifier to adsorb these fumes.
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