MarkWest Harmon Creek Cryogenic Natural Gas Processing Plant
Sector: Natural Gas • Location: Smith Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Source: PA Environment Digest Blog
The MarkWest Harmon Creek Cryogenic Natural Gas Processing Plant in Smith Township, Washington County, is a natural gas processing facility with a large natural gas/chemical flare that has been burning intensely, creating a bright flare visible to neighbors. The plant has experienced frequent flaring incidents, including black smoke indicating incomplete combustion, and ongoing noise and low-frequ
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Natural Gas, Education, LNG, Chemical (Industrial), Manufacturing (Industrial)
- Location
- Smith Township, Pennsylvania, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- PA Environment Digest Blog
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Taiyo status | Under Construction |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The MarkWest Harmon Creek Cryogenic Natural Gas Processing Plant in Smith Township, Washington County, is a natural gas processing facility with a large natural gas/chemical flare that has been burning intensely, creating a bright flare visible to neighbors. The plant has experienced frequent flaring incidents, including black smoke indicating incomplete combustion, and ongoing noise and low-frequency sound impacts. The plant is under scrutiny by local residents and environmental groups, with ongoing air pollution permit considerations and monitoring by the Breathe Project cameras. |
Original sector | Energy |
Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Pennsylvania |
City | Smith Township |
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Source | PA Environment Digest Blog |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Natural Gas, Education, LNG, Chemical (Industrial), Manufacturing (Industrial) |
Article published date | 2026-04-24 |
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