Overview
Holcim (US) Inc - Fort Collins Terminal is a cement plant located in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA. It operates under US EPA regulations including CAA, CWA, and RCRA.
Holcim (US) Inc - Fort Collins Terminal is a cement plant situated approximately 3.9 miles northwest of Fort Collins, Colorado, in Larimer County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 327310 for cement manufacturing. As a terminal, it likely handles cement storage and distribution rather than full clinker production, indicating a smaller scale compared to integrated cement plants. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for water discharges, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. Cement plants are subject to National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and New Source Performance Standards (NSPS). The plant's location in Colorado implies compliance with state-level air quality regulations as well. Cement terminals play a crucial role in the supply chain by receiving bulk cement via rail or truck and distributing it to local construction markets. The Fort Collins terminal serves the growing Front Range urban corridor, supporting infrastructure and building projects. Its proximity to residential areas necessitates careful dust and noise management to minimize community impact.
Environmental context
Cement plants are significant sources of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, which can affect local air quality. The Fort Collins terminal, being a distribution facility, has lower emissions than a full production plant but still requires dust control measures. The facility is located in a semi-arid region with occasional drought conditions, making water conservation important. Nearby communities may be sensitive to fugitive dust from cement handling operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 3060 W County Road 56, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524, approximately 3.9 miles northwest of Fort Collins in Larimer County.
It is a cement terminal that receives and distributes bulk cement to local construction markets, supporting infrastructure and building projects in the Front Range region.
The facility must comply with US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, Clean Water Act (CWA) for stormwater runoff, and RCRA for waste management. State-level Colorado air quality rules also apply.
Cement terminals primarily generate fugitive dust from handling and loading operations. They have lower emissions than integrated cement plants but still require dust control measures and may impact local air quality if not properly managed.
The NAICS code is 327310, which corresponds to Cement Manufacturing. This classification includes establishments that manufacture cement, including terminals that store and distribute cement.
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