S & T READY MIX SHOP - Cement Plant in Red Lodge, Montana

S & T READY MIX SHOP is a cement plant located at 228 Highway 78 in Red Lodge, Carbon County, Montana. The facility operates under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a ready-mix concrete producer, it serves the construction needs of the surrounding region, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental laws including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). As a cement plant, it is subject to emissions standards for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, and must comply with stormwater discharge permits under the CWA. Cement plants are significant sources of greenhouse gas emissions, primarily carbon dioxide from calcination and fuel combustion. The facility's location in rural Montana, near the Beartooth Mountains, places it in an area with relatively low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, its operations contribute to regional air quality and require ongoing compliance with EPA regulations.

The plant is situated in Red Lodge, Montana, at the base of the Beartooth Mountains, an area known for its pristine natural environment and outdoor recreation. Cement production involves high-temperature kilns that emit CO2, NOx, and particulate matter. The facility's proximity to sensitive ecosystems and water bodies necessitates strict adherence to EPA air and water quality standards. Local environmental concerns include potential impacts on air quality and water resources from quarrying and processing activities.