MATERIALS PACKAGING CORPORATION Cement Plant in Draper, Utah, USA

MATERIALS PACKAGING CORPORATION is a cement plant situated at 15567 Minuteman Drive in Draper, Utah, United States. 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 that produces materials essential for construction and infrastructure. The plant operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reporting under Section 313. Cement plants are subject to EPA standards for emissions of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and other pollutants. The facility's location in Utah places it under state-level environmental regulations as well. Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant CO2 emissions, making this plant a notable contributor to the local industrial profile. The Draper area, part of the Salt Lake City metropolitan region, has a growing population and demand for construction materials. The plant's operations support regional development while being subject to environmental oversight.

Cement plants are significant sources of air pollutants, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, as well as greenhouse gases like CO2. The facility's location in Draper, Utah, places it in a semi-arid region with potential for air quality impacts, especially during inversions common in the Salt Lake Valley. Proximity to residential areas may raise community concerns about emissions and health effects. Regulatory compliance under the Clean Air Act and state permits is critical for minimizing environmental footprint.