Mitsubishi Cement - Cushenbury Plant: Cement Manufacturing in Lucerne Valley, California

Mitsubishi Cement - Cushenbury Plant is a cement manufacturing facility located in Lucerne Valley, San Bernardino County, California. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector focused on producing cement for construction and infrastructure. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 327310 for cement manufacturing. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental regulations including 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 emission standards for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, and must comply with National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for the cement manufacturing industry. The Cushenbury Plant is located in the Mojave Desert region, an area with sensitive air quality and water resources. The facility's operations contribute to local economic activity and construction material supply. Its environmental significance includes managing emissions and waste in compliance with state and federal permits, and its proximity to communities in Lucerne Valley requires ongoing monitoring and community engagement.

The plant is situated in the Mojave Desert, a region characterized by arid climate, limited water resources, and sensitive ecosystems. Cement manufacturing involves high energy consumption and emissions of CO2, NOx, SO2, and particulate matter. The facility's proximity to residential areas in Lucerne Valley necessitates strict adherence to air quality standards and dust control measures. Water usage for cooling and dust suppression must be managed carefully due to local water scarcity.