Zip Code 28659

📍 North Wilkesboro, NC

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

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

37,083.09 lbs

State Score

/ 100

National Score

/ 100

In 2024, industrial facilities in North Wilkesboro, NC released over 37,083.09 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was JELD-WEN COMPOSITES-NORTH WILKESBORO, which emitted large quantities of Styrene into the local air. Residents of 28659 face significantly higher exposure risks than the national average.

Top Polluting Facilities

JELD-WEN COMPOSITES-NORTH WILKESBORO Cancer Risk

Owned by: JELD-WEN INC

Styrene released to air

37,083.00 lbs

LBS
PLYCEM USA LLC Cancer Risk

Owned by: ELEMENTIA USA INC

Lead released to air

0.087 lbs

LBS

Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)

Wilkesboro, NC (28697) 4.8 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

148,804.65 lbs

Annual Emissions
Elkin, NC (28621) 16.3 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

98,679.31 lbs

Annual Emissions
Hiddenite, NC (28636) 17.9 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

1,434.00 lbs

Annual Emissions

Check Nearby Zip Codes

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

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