Zip Code 28779

📍 Sylva, NC

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

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

39.98 lbs

State Score

/ 100

National Score

/ 100

In 2024, industrial facilities in Sylva, NC released over 39.98 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was JACKSON PAPER MANUFACTURING, which emitted Lead into the local air. Air quality in 28779 is relatively consistent with regional baselines.

Top Polluting Facilities

JACKSON PAPER MANUFACTURING Cancer Risk

Owned by: nan

Lead released to air

39.6 lbs

LBS
JACKSON PAPER MANUFACTURING Cancer Risk

Owned by: nan

Dioxin and dioxin-like compounds released to air

0.381 lbs

LBS

Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)

Waynesville, NC (28786) 16.0 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

1.144 lbs

Annual Emissions
Bryson City, NC (28713) 14.3 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

0.713 lbs

Annual Emissions
Waynesville, NC (28785) 18.2 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

0.00807 lbs

Annual Emissions

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The primary pollutants detected here are likely heavy particulates. To protect your lungs, ensure you use a True HEPA (H13) filter, which captures 99.97% of airborne particles like Lead.

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