Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC - Speed Cement Plant, Speed, Indiana

Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC - Speed is a cement plant located at 301 US-31 N in Speed, Clark County, Indiana. As a cement manufacturing facility, it is part of the broader industrial utilities sector providing essential construction materials. The plant is operational and serves the regional market with cement products. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental 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 raw material processing, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and particulate matter. The plant's location in southern Indiana places it within a region with a mix of industrial and agricultural activities. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local infrastructure and construction supply chains.

Cement plants like this one are associated with emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and particulate matter from kiln operations. The facility is located in Clark County, Indiana, an area with a mix of industrial and residential zones. Proximity to communities may raise concerns about air quality and health impacts. Regulatory oversight by the US EPA ensures compliance with emission limits and monitoring requirements under the Clean Air Act.