Zip Code 50451
📍 Lakota, IA
Toxic Air Emissions Report (2024)
Data Source: EPA TRI (2024) • Updated Nov 2025
28,839.00 lbs
State Score
30
/ 100
National Score
23
/ 100
In 2024, industrial facilities in Lakota, IA released over 28,839.00 lbs of pollutants. The primary source was VALERO LAKOTA PLANT, which emitted large quantities of Acetaldehyde into the local air. Residents of 50451 face significantly higher exposure risks than the national average.
Top Polluting Facilities
- VALERO LAKOTA PLANT Cancer RiskOwned by: VALERO ENERGY CORPAcetaldehyde released to air14,052.00 lbsLBS
- VALERO LAKOTA PLANTOwned by: VALERO ENERGY CORPFormic acid released to air6,000.00 lbsLBS
- VALERO LAKOTA PLANT Cancer RiskOwned by: VALERO ENERGY CORPAcrolein released to air4,548.00 lbsLBS
- VALERO LAKOTA PLANTOwned by: VALERO ENERGY CORPMethanol released to air2,181.00 lbsLBS
- VALERO LAKOTA PLANT Cancer RiskOwned by: VALERO ENERGY CORPFormaldehyde released to air2,058.00 lbsLBS
Nearby Pollution Sources (< 20 miles)
- Swea City, IA (50590) 11.5 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity16,249.00 lbsAnnual Emissions
- Armstrong, IA (50514) 19.7 mi awayHeavy Industrial Activity164.61 lbsAnnual Emissions
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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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