GCC Permian-1 Mi SW of Office Cement Plant, Odessa, Texas | Industrial Utilities

GCC Permian-1 Mi SW of Office is a cement plant located at 16501 West Murphy St, Odessa, Texas, in Ector County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 327310 (Cement Manufacturing), 562211 and 562212 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal), and 999999. As a cement plant in the Permian Basin region, it is part of a major industrial hub supporting oil and gas activities. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the US Environmental Protection Agency, subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) for cement kiln emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for process water discharges, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. Cement plants in Texas typically use dry or wet kiln processes with capacities ranging from 500,000 to 2 million tons per year. The facility's proximity to the Permian Basin suggests it supplies cement for energy infrastructure. Cement production is energy-intensive and a significant source of CO2 and criteria pollutants such as NOx, SO2, and particulate matter. The plant's environmental significance includes its contribution to regional construction and energy sectors, while its emissions are regulated under Title V permits and TRI Section 313 reporting. Community proximity to Odessa necessitates compliance with state and federal air quality standards.

The Permian Basin region in West Texas is a major oil and gas producing area, with cement plants supporting well construction and infrastructure. Cement manufacturing involves high-temperature kilns that emit CO2, NOx, SO2, and particulate matter. The facility's location in Ector County places it in a semi-arid environment with potential for dust dispersion. Regulatory oversight includes EPA's New Source Performance Standards for cement plants and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality permits. Community proximity to Odessa requires monitoring of air quality and potential impacts on public health.