HERSCHELLS DISCOUNT TIRE INC Cement Plant in Festus, Missouri

HERSCHELLS DISCOUNT TIRE INC is a cement plant situated at 107 South Mill in Festus, Missouri, within Jefferson County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing cement for construction and infrastructure. 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 are subject to specific emission standards for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, as well as requirements for managing hazardous waste and reporting chemical releases. Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant carbon dioxide emissions from calcination and fuel combustion. The facility's location in Festus, near the Mississippi River, provides access to raw materials and transportation. The plant contributes to local economic activity and construction supply chains, while its environmental impact is managed through federal and state permits.

Cement plants are significant sources of air pollutants, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, which can affect local air quality. The facility is located in Festus, Missouri, a community near the Mississippi River. Proximity to residential areas may raise concerns about dust and emissions. The plant operates under EPA regulations that require emission controls and monitoring to mitigate environmental and health impacts.