Federal White Cement/Northampton Term - Cement Plant in Northampton, Pennsylvania, USA

Federal White Cement/Northampton Term is a cement plant located at 75 W 21st St, Northampton, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing) and 327310 (Cement Manufacturing). As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing materials essential for construction and infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 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 for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide. The plant's scale is typical for the region, serving local and regional construction markets. Environmental significance includes potential emissions from cement production, such as carbon dioxide, dust, and other pollutants. The facility's proximity to Northampton and surrounding communities requires adherence to air quality and water discharge permits. Its role in providing construction materials supports local economic development while managing environmental impacts through regulatory compliance.

Cement plants like Federal White Cement/Northampton Term are significant sources of air emissions, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, which can affect local air quality. The facility is located in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, an area with a mix of industrial and residential zones. Proximity to communities necessitates strict adherence to EPA emission standards and monitoring. Water usage and potential runoff from raw material storage are managed under Clean Water Act permits.