Zip Code 28392

📍 Tar Heel, NC

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

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

71,848.00 lbs

State Score

/ 100

National Score

/ 100

In 2024, industrial facilities in Tar Heel, NC released over 71,848.00 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was SMITHFIELD FRESH MEATS CORP - TAR HEEL, which emitted large quantities of Ammonia into the local air. Residents of 28392 face significantly higher exposure risks than the national average.

Top Polluting Facilities

SMITHFIELD FRESH MEATS CORP - TAR HEEL

Owned by: UNITED GLOBAL FOODS US HOLDINGS INC

Ammonia released to air

67,134.00 lbs

LBS
SMITHFIELD FRESH MEATS CORP - TAR HEEL

Owned by: UNITED GLOBAL FOODS US HOLDINGS INC

Hydrogen sulfide released to air

4,714.00 lbs

LBS

Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)

Fayetteville, NC (28312) 15.0 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

412,552.00 lbs

Annual Emissions
Fayetteville, NC (28306) 19.0 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

99,451.85 lbs

Annual Emissions
Lumber Bridge, NC (28357) 16.9 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

18,682.00 lbs

Annual Emissions

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Protect Your Lungs

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

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Chemical Breakdown

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