Zip Code 28621
📍 Elkin, NC
Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)
Data Source: EPA TRI (2024) • Updated Nov 2025
98,679.31 lbs
State Score
12
/ 100
National Score
11
/ 100
In 2024, industrial facilities in Elkin, NC released over 98,679.31 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was WEYERHAEUSER NR CO-ELKIN PLANT, which emitted large quantities of Methanol into the local air. Residents of 28621 face significantly higher exposure risks than the national average.
Top Polluting Facilities
- WEYERHAEUSER NR CO-ELKIN PLANTOwned by: WEYERHAEUSER COMethanol released to air47,986.00 lbsLBS
- WEYERHAEUSER NR CO-ELKIN PLANTOwned by: WEYERHAEUSER COPhenol released to air40,597.41 lbsLBS
- WEYERHAEUSER NR CO-ELKIN PLANT Cancer RiskOwned by: WEYERHAEUSER COFormaldehyde released to air10,078.00 lbsLBS
- WEYERHAEUSER NR CO-ELKIN PLANTOwned by: WEYERHAEUSER CODiisocyanates released to air17.9 lbsLBS
Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)
- Wilkesboro, NC (28697) 19.8 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity148,804.65 lbsAnnual Emissions
- North Wilkesboro, NC (28659) 16.3 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity37,083.09 lbsAnnual Emissions
- Dobson, NC (27017) 9.9 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity7,898.00 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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