Roanoke Cement Company, Chesapeake, Virginia - Cement Plant by Titan America LLC

Roanoke Cement Company, operated by Titan America LLC, is a cement plant located at 1332 Priority Lane in Chesapeake, Virginia. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS codes 327310 (Cement Manufacturing) and 423320 (Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Materials Merchant Wholesalers). As a cement plant, it is part of the industrial utilities sector, producing cement for construction and infrastructure projects. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Cement manufacturing is energy-intensive and involves significant emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. The facility likely employs dry or wet kiln processes with pollution control technologies such as baghouses and selective non-catalytic reduction (SNCR) to meet emission standards. The plant serves the Chesapeake region and broader Virginia market, contributing to local construction and economic activity. Its location in an industrial area near the Elizabeth River and Hampton Roads port provides logistical advantages for raw material imports and product distribution. Environmental oversight includes compliance with state and federal permits, with periodic reporting under the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) for certain chemicals.

Cement plants are significant sources of greenhouse gas emissions, primarily CO2 from calcination and fuel combustion. They also emit NOx, SO2, and particulate matter. The Chesapeake area has a humid subtropical climate, which can affect dispersion of air pollutants. Proximity to the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay raises concerns about water runoff and potential contamination. Community proximity is moderate, with residential areas nearby, necessitating stringent dust and emission controls.