Zip Code 28759
📍 Mills River, NC
Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)
Data Source: EPA TRI (2024) • Updated Nov 2025
13,300.00 lbs
State Score
36
/ 100
National Score
33
/ 100
In 2024, industrial facilities in Mills River, NC released over 13,300.00 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was UPM RAFLATAC INC, which emitted large quantities of Ammonia into the local air. Residents of 28759 face significantly higher exposure risks than the national average.
Top Polluting Facilities
- UPM RAFLATAC INCOwned by: UPM-KYMMENEAmmonia released to air13,300.00 lbsLBS
Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)
- Arden, NC (28704) 5.4 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity158,702.04 lbsAnnual Emissions
- Fletcher, NC (28732) 5.7 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity86,407.70 lbsAnnual Emissions
- Enka, NC (28728) 10.9 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity4,261.00 lbsAnnual Emissions
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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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