Lafarge Corp Cement Plant, Alpena, Michigan | Industrial Utilities

Lafarge Corp is a cement plant located in Alpena, Michigan, United States. The facility operates under NAICS code 327310, indicating it is a cement manufacturing facility. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing clinker and cement for construction and infrastructure projects. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, Clean Water Act (CWA) for water discharges, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. Cement plants are subject to specific emission standards for pollutants such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide. The facility's scale is typical for a cement plant in the Great Lakes region, serving local and regional markets. Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant CO2 emissions from both fuel combustion and the calcination process. The plant's location in Alpena, near limestone quarries, provides access to raw materials. Environmental management includes monitoring air emissions and managing quarry operations to minimize local impacts. The facility contributes to the regional construction supply chain.

Alpena, Michigan, is located on the shores of Lake Huron, providing a sensitive aquatic environment. Cement plants in this region must manage dust, noise, and emissions to protect air quality and nearby water bodies. The facility's proximity to the Great Lakes requires careful stormwater management and prevention of runoff. Local ecosystems include forests and wetlands, which can be affected by quarrying activities. Regulatory compliance under the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act is essential to minimize environmental footprint.