St. Marys Cement Inc - Cement Plant in Charlevoix, Michigan

St. Marys Cement Inc is a cement plant located in Charlevoix, Michigan, United States. The facility is operational and produces cement, a key material for construction and infrastructure projects. As a cement plant, it falls under the industrial utilities sector with significant energy and raw material inputs. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, Clean Water Act (CWA) for water discharges, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. Cement plants are subject to National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and New Source Performance Standards (NSPS). The facility's NAICS codes (212312 for crushed limestone mining and 327310 for cement manufacturing) indicate integrated operations from raw material extraction to clinker production. The environmental significance of this plant lies in its potential emissions of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and carbon dioxide from the kiln process. Community proximity to Charlevoix and the Great Lakes region adds importance to its environmental management practices. The plant contributes to local employment and the regional construction supply chain.

Located in Charlevoix, Michigan, near Lake Michigan, the plant operates in a region with sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Cement production involves high-temperature kilns that emit greenhouse gases and air pollutants. The facility must comply with EPA air quality standards and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) regulations to minimize impacts on local air and water resources.