104686 - LAFARGEHOLCIM Cement Plant, East Chicago, Indiana | Industrial Utilities

104686 - LAFARGEHOLCIM is a cement plant situated in East Chicago, Indiana, United States. The facility is classified under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing cement for construction and infrastructure projects. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313 reporting. Cement plants are subject to specific emission standards and permitting requirements due to their potential environmental impact. Cement production is energy-intensive and involves significant emissions of carbon dioxide and other pollutants. The facility's location in East Chicago, an industrial area near Lake Michigan, places it in a region with a history of heavy industry. The plant's operational status indicates ongoing production, contributing to local and regional cement supply.

The cement plant is located in East Chicago, Indiana, an area with a dense concentration of industrial facilities, including steel mills and chemical plants. This industrial corridor along Lake Michigan has historically faced environmental challenges related to air and water pollution. Cement manufacturing involves high-temperature kilns that emit carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter. Proximity to residential communities raises concerns about local air quality and potential health impacts. The facility operates under EPA regulations that require monitoring and control of emissions to mitigate environmental harm.