EPA TRI Facility · Transportation Equipment

General Dynamics (nassco)

San Diego, CA · Parent: General Dynamics Corp

Total releases
812.7K lbs
Chemicals reported
12
Carcinogens
3
Primary pathway
Air Releases
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General Dynamics (nassco) has reported 812.7K lbs of toxic releases across 12 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, based on annual facility disclosures from 2019 through 2024. Of the chemicals reported, 3 are classified as carcinogens, representing 25% of the facility's chemical profile. The facility operates in the Transportation Equipment sector. The primary release pathway is air releases, accounting for 96% of total releases. All release data shown below is self-reported to the EPA under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Section 313.

#1,472 of 25,902 TRI facilities nationwide by total reported releases - among the top 5.7% of reporting sites by volume. Ranking reflects reported pounds, not toxicity or health risk.

General Dynamics (nassco) files annual Form R disclosures to the EPA Toxics Release Inventory under EPCRA Section 313, classified under NAICS 336611 (Transportation Equipment). Across 5 years of records spanning 2019–2023, the site has disclosed 812.7K lbs in cumulative toxic releases across 12 distinct chemicals, 3 of which (25%) carry a carcinogenic classification.

The dominant release pathway is air releases at 781.7K lbs (96.2% of total volume), followed by off-site transfers at 3.8%. Between 2019 and 2023, reported totals increased by 2% - from 154.8K lbs to 158.2K lbs. The facility is operated under parent company General Dynamics Corp.

TRI Form R values are self-reported estimates, not measured stack emissions, and treat every pound of reported chemical equally regardless of toxicity. Inclusion in the TRI database does not establish a health risk to nearby residents; it documents the annual reporting record that General Dynamics (nassco) has filed with the EPA under federal community right-to-know requirements.

Quick Facts

Industry
Transportation Equipment
NAICS Code
336611
Total Releases
812.7K lbs
Chemicals Reported
12
Latest Report Year
2023

Compare this facility

See how General Dynamics (nassco) stacks up against nearby facilities and the typical reporter.

Total reported releases
General Dynamics (nassco)
812.7K lbs
Clean Harbors Buttonwillow LLC
50.4M lbs

98% less than the comparison

Chemicals reported
General Dynamics (nassco)
12
Clean Harbors Buttonwillow LLC
45

73% less than the comparison

Comparison reflects reported pounds and chemical counts, not toxicity or health risk. Averages cover facilities reporting any release.

How does this facility release toxic chemicals?

How General Dynamics (nassco) releases toxic chemicals into the environment. Total: 812.7K lbs.

Air Releases 781.7K lbs (96.2%)
Off-site Transfers 30.9K lbs (3.8%)
Land Disposal 75 lbs (<0.1%)
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Emissions Trend Summary

From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 2% (154.8K lbs to 158.2K lbs).

Reported total releases by year

General Dynamics (nassco) - annual TRI totals

million lbs

What this shows Year-over-year reported totals. TRI figures are self-reported estimates and can swing with production levels, waste-rock handling and reporting changes, not only with emissions controls.

Source EPA Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)
Year Total Chemicals
2019 154.8K lbs 7
2020 168.9K lbs 9
2021 148.6K lbs 7
2022 182.2K lbs 9
2023 158.2K lbs 8

Chemical Releases

Aggregated across all reporting years (2019–2023). 3 of 12 chemicals are carcinogens. Sorted by total release volume.

Chemical Total Flags
Xylene (mixed isomers) 294.4K lbs -
n-Butyl alcohol 200.7K lbs -
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene 162.3K lbs -
Ethylbenzene 128.5K lbs Carcinogen
Zinc compounds 22.9K lbs -
Copper And Copper Compounds 2.4K lbs -
Methanol 1.3K lbs -
Polycyclic aromatic compounds 76 lbs Carcinogen
Manganese 58 lbs -
Lead compounds 36 lbs -
Nickel 0 lbs Carcinogen
Copper 0 lbs -

Location

Coordinates
32.6911, -117.1338
ZIP Code
92113
EPA Facility ID
92138NTNLSHARBO

About TRI Data

Data as of 2024 reporting year. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Toxic Release Inventory.

Data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) program. Facilities that manufacture, process, or otherwise use listed toxic chemicals above threshold amounts are required to report annually to the EPA.

Release quantities are self-reported by the facility and may represent estimates rather than exact measurements. "Total releases" includes releases to air, water, land, and off-site transfers for disposal. Quantities shown here are aggregated across all available reporting years.

PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing. The presence of a facility in the TRI database does not by itself indicate a health risk. For site-specific health questions, consult your local environmental or health agency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chemicals does General Dynamics (nassco) release?
General Dynamics (nassco) has reported releases of 12 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, totaling 812.7K lbs. 3 of these (25%) are classified as carcinogens.
What industry is General Dynamics (nassco) in?
General Dynamics (nassco) is classified under the "Transportation Equipment" industry (NAICS code 336611), located in San Diego, CA.
How long has General Dynamics (nassco) reported to the TRI?
General Dynamics (nassco) has EPA Toxic Release Inventory data spanning 5 years, from 2019 to 2023.
How does General Dynamics (nassco) release toxic chemicals?
The primary release pathway for General Dynamics (nassco) is air releases, accounting for 96.2% of total releases (781.7K lbs). Secondary pathway: off-site transfers (3.8%).
Are emissions from General Dynamics (nassco) increasing or decreasing?
From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 2%, from 154.8K lbs to 158.2K lbs.
Is General Dynamics (nassco) a health risk?
The presence of a facility in the TRI database does not by itself indicate a health risk. Release quantities are self-reported estimates. For site-specific health questions, consult your local environmental or health agency.
Does General Dynamics (nassco) release carcinogens?
Yes, General Dynamics (nassco) reports 3 chemicals classified as carcinogens, representing 25% of all chemicals reported by this facility. Carcinogen classification is based on EPA and IARC assessments.

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Sources & how this page was built

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Retrieved and formatted by PlainEnviro Editorial. TRI release totals are self-reported estimates, not measured stack emissions.