CEMEX River Plant and Mountain Quarry Plant - Victorville, California Cement Plant

CEMEX River Plant and Mountain Quarry Plant is a cement manufacturing facility located in Victorville, California, within San Bernardino County. The plant operates under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a major industrial facility, it contributes to the regional construction materials supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for water discharges, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. Cement plants in California are also subject to state-level air quality regulations from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) or similar local agencies. The plant's scale is typical for a large cement operation in the United States, with integrated quarry and cement production. Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant CO2 emissions from calcination and fuel combustion. The plant's proximity to Victorville and surrounding communities necessitates stringent environmental controls. Its operational significance lies in supplying cement for infrastructure and construction projects across Southern California, supporting regional economic development.

Cement plants like CEMEX River Plant are significant sources of air pollutants, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, as well as greenhouse gas emissions. The facility is located in the Mojave Desert region, which has arid conditions and limited water resources, making water management critical. Community proximity to Victorville means that air quality and dust control are important environmental considerations. The plant must comply with EPA's National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for cement manufacturing.