Zip Code 50317

📍 Des Moines, IA

Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)

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

34.28 lbs

State Score

/ 100

National Score

/ 100

In 2024, industrial facilities in Des Moines, IA released over 34.28 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was HELENA INDUSTRIES LLC, which emitted Ammonia into the local air. Air quality in 50317 is relatively consistent with regional baselines.

Top Polluting Facilities

HELENA INDUSTRIES LLC

Owned by: MARUBENI AMERICA CORP

Ammonia released to air

33.84 lbs

LBS
TITAN TIRE CORP

Owned by: TITAN INTERNATIONAL INC

Lead compounds released to air

0.4 lbs

LBS
FORTERRA CONCRETE PRODUCTS - DES MOINES Cancer Risk

Owned by: QUIKRETE HOLDINGS

Lead released to air

0.0225 lbs

LBS
HELENA INDUSTRIES LLC Cancer Risk

Owned by: MARUBENI AMERICA CORP

2,4-D 2-ethylhexyl ester released to air

0.02 lbs

LBS

Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)

Des Moines, IA (50313) 5.0 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

612,821.29 lbs

Annual Emissions
Clive, IA (50325) 11.2 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

11,592.62 lbs

Annual Emissions
Ankeny, IA (50023) 8.9 mi away

Heavy Industrial Activity

10,844.00 lbs

Annual Emissions

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Report: 50316

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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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