River Cement Sales Company - Cement Plant in Atlanta, Georgia, United States

River Cement Sales Company is a cement plant located at 348 Armour Drive NE in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The facility is currently operational and classified under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing cement for construction and infrastructure. The facility 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, as well as requirements for managing hazardous waste and reporting chemical releases. Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant carbon dioxide emissions from both fuel combustion and the calcination process. The plant's location in Atlanta, a major urban center, means it serves a large metropolitan area. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local construction and economic activity, while also being subject to environmental oversight to mitigate its impact on air quality and community health.

Cement plants are significant sources of air pollutants, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, which can affect local air quality and contribute to respiratory issues in nearby communities. The facility's location in Atlanta, a densely populated urban area, increases potential exposure for residents. Water usage and stormwater runoff from the site may also impact local waterways. The plant is subject to EPA regulations that require monitoring and control of emissions, as well as reporting of toxic releases under the TRI program.