Zip Code 29827

📍 Fairfax, SC

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

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

39,966.45 lbs

State Score

/ 100

National Score

/ 100

In 2024, industrial facilities in Fairfax, SC released over 39,966.45 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was WEST FRASER EWP - ALLENDALE, which emitted large quantities of Methanol into the local air. Residents of 29827 face significantly higher exposure risks than the national average.

Top Polluting Facilities

WEST FRASER EWP - ALLENDALE

Owned by: WEST FRASER (USA) INC

Methanol released to air

26,650.00 lbs

LBS
WEST FRASER EWP - ALLENDALE Cancer Risk

Owned by: WEST FRASER (USA) INC

Formaldehyde released to air

7,961.00 lbs

LBS
WEST FRASER EWP - ALLENDALE Cancer Risk

Owned by: WEST FRASER (USA) INC

Acetaldehyde released to air

5,242.00 lbs

LBS
WEST FRASER EWP - ALLENDALE

Owned by: WEST FRASER (USA) INC

Diisocyanates released to air

107.60 lbs

LBS
WEST FRASER EWP - ALLENDALE Cancer Risk

Owned by: WEST FRASER (USA) INC

Lead released to air

5.85 lbs

LBS

Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)

Estill, SC (29918) 15.0 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

57,717.33 lbs

Annual Emissions
Allendale, SC (29810) 5.3 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

29,318.00 lbs

Annual Emissions
Martin, SC (29836) 17.7 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

14.39 lbs

Annual Emissions

Check Nearby Zip Codes

Report: 29829 Report: 29824

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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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Chemical Breakdown

Top 5 Pollutants by Weight

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