Overview
TOMA CONCRETE & MATERIALS/GREENCASTLE CO is a cement plant in Greencastle, Pennsylvania, United States. It operates under US EPA regulations including CAA, CWA, and RCRA.
TOMA CONCRETE & MATERIALS/GREENCASTLE CO is a cement plant located at 853 Buchanan Trl E, Greencastle, Pennsylvania, in Franklin County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 327310, which covers cement manufacturing. As a cement plant, it is part of a sector known for high energy consumption and significant emissions. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media 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 in the U.S. are subject to National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) and New Source Performance Standards (NSPS). Cement production is energy-intensive and generates carbon dioxide (CO2) from both fuel combustion and the calcination process. The plant's location in Pennsylvania places it within a region with a mix of industrial and agricultural activities. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local construction and infrastructure supply chains.
Environmental context
Cement plants are significant sources of air pollutants including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide. The calcination process releases CO2, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Water use for cooling and dust control may impact local water resources. The plant's proximity to Greencastle, a small town, suggests potential community exposure to emissions. Pennsylvania's regulatory framework under the EPA requires permits and monitoring to mitigate environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 853 Buchanan Trl E, Greencastle, Pennsylvania 17225, in Franklin County, United States.
It is a cement plant, classified under NAICS code 327310, which involves manufacturing cement from raw materials like limestone and clay.
The plant is subject to U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as well as specific standards for cement manufacturing such as NESHAP and NSPS.
Cement plants emit air pollutants like particulate matter, NOx, SO2, and CO2 from fuel combustion and calcination. They also consume water and generate solid waste. Regulatory permits aim to control these impacts.
Located in Greencastle, Pennsylvania, the plant serves the construction industry in a region with diverse industrial activity. Its operational status supports local infrastructure and employment.
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