Overview
Mitsubishi Cement Corp operates a cement plant in Lucerne Valley, California. The facility produces cement and related materials, serving the construction industry in the region.
Mitsubishi Cement Corp is a cement plant located at 5808 Highway 18 in Lucerne Valley, California, within San Bernardino County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 212312 (Crushed and Broken Limestone Mining), 212399 (All Other Nonmetallic Mineral Mining), and 327310 (Cement Manufacturing). As a cement plant, it is a significant industrial facility in the region, contributing to the production of cement for construction and infrastructure projects. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces 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 emissions standards for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide. The facility's location in California also subjects it to state-level regulations from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and local air districts. Cement production is energy-intensive and involves significant raw material extraction and processing. The plant's operations have environmental implications, including air emissions, water use, and waste generation. Its proximity to the Mojave Desert ecosystem and communities in Lucerne Valley underscores the importance of regulatory compliance and environmental management. The facility plays a key role in the regional supply chain for construction materials.
Environmental context
The cement plant is situated in the Mojave Desert near Lucerne Valley, an arid region with sensitive desert ecosystems. Cement production generates emissions of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide, which can affect local air quality. Water use for cooling and dust control is a concern in this water-scarce area. The facility's proximity to residential areas and natural habitats requires careful management of pollutants and compliance with air and water quality standards.
Frequently asked questions
Mitsubishi Cement Corp is located at 5808 Highway 18, Lucerne Valley, California 92356, in San Bernardino County.
The facility is a cement plant that produces cement and related materials for construction and infrastructure projects.
The plant is currently operational.
The plant must comply with US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as well as California state air quality standards.
Cement plants generate air emissions such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and carbon dioxide, and require significant water and energy resources. Proper management of these impacts is essential.
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