Zip Code 30540

📍 Ellijay, GA

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

5,267.33 lbs

Total Air Pollution

In 2024, industrial facilities in Ellijay, GA released over 5,267.33 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was PILGRIM'S PRIDE ELLIJAY PROCESSING PLANT, which emitted large quantities of Peracetic acid into the local air. Air quality in 30540 is relatively consistent with regional baselines.

Top Polluting Facilities

PILGRIM'S PRIDE ELLIJAY PROCESSING PLANT

Owned by: JBS USA FOOD CO

Peracetic acid released to air

5,267.30 lbs

LBS
RIDGE ROCK - EAST ELLIJAY PLANT Cancer Risk

Owned by: RIDGEROCK RETAINING WALLS INC

Lead released to air

0.029867 lbs

LBS

Check Nearby Zip Codes

Report: 30538 Report: 30542

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Protect Your Lungs

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 Peracetic acid.

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