CANYON ROCK Cement Plant, San Diego, California | Industrial Utilities

CANYON ROCK is a cement plant situated at 7500 MISSION GORGE RD in San Diego, California, within the United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 327310, which corresponds to 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 in the U.S. are subject to specific emission standards for pollutants such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, as well as requirements for hazardous waste management and water discharge permits. CANYON ROCK serves the San Diego metropolitan area and contributes to the regional supply of cement. The facility's operations are significant for local construction and infrastructure development. Its environmental impact is managed through compliance with federal and state regulations, including those from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District.

Cement plants are significant sources of air emissions, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and carbon dioxide. The facility's location in San Diego, a densely populated urban area, raises considerations regarding community proximity and potential health impacts. California's stringent environmental regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and local air district rules, impose additional requirements for emission controls and monitoring. The plant's operations also involve energy-intensive processes and raw material extraction, contributing to its environmental footprint.