BEST REDI MIX HOLDING CO. Cement Plant, Hockley, Texas | Industrial Utilities

BEST REDI MIX HOLDING CO. is a cement plant situated in Hockley, Texas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing materials essential for construction and infrastructure. The plant operates within 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 Texas places it within a region with a strong industrial base and growing urban centers. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local construction supply chains, while regulatory oversight ensures compliance with environmental standards.

Cement plants are significant sources of air pollutants, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and carbon dioxide. The facility's proximity to Hockley, Texas, a community near Houston, may raise concerns about local air quality and health impacts. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Air Act requires permits and emission controls to mitigate these effects. The plant's operations also involve water use and waste generation, subject to Clean Water Act and RCRA regulations.