Overview
Lone Star Industries Portland Cement Plant is an operational cement facility in Dallas, Texas, producing cement under NAICS 327310. It operates within the US EPA regulatory framework.
Lone Star Industries Portland Cement Plant is a cement manufacturing facility located in Dallas, Williamson County, Texas, United States. As a cement plant, it is classified under NAICS 327310 and is part of the industrial utilities sector. The facility is currently operational and serves the regional construction and infrastructure markets. The plant operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Cement plants are subject to specific emission standards for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, and must comply with TRI Section 313 reporting requirements for toxic chemical releases. Cement production is energy-intensive and involves significant raw material processing, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and local air quality impacts. The facility's location in the Dallas metropolitan area places it in proximity to residential communities, necessitating stringent environmental management and community engagement practices.
Environmental context
The Lone Star Industries Portland Cement Plant is situated in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, a region with high population density and industrial activity. Cement plants are significant sources of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide emissions. The facility's operations may affect local air quality and contribute to regional haze. Proximity to urban areas increases the importance of compliance with EPA air quality standards and community right-to-know provisions under TRI.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Dallas, Williamson County, Texas, United States.
It is a cement plant classified under NAICS 327310, producing cement for construction and infrastructure.
The plant must comply with US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and RCRA, as well as TRI Section 313 reporting.
Cement plants emit particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and carbon dioxide during clinker production.
Located near Dallas, the plant's emissions can affect urban air quality, requiring strict adherence to EPA standards and community engagement.
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