TRI STATE QUIKRETE Cement Plant in Flanders, New Jersey, USA

TRI STATE QUIKRETE is a cement plant located at 150 Gold Mine Road in Flanders, Morris County, New Jersey, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 327310 (Cement Manufacturing), 327320 (Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing), and 327390 (Other Concrete Product Manufacturing). As a cement plant, it is part of the Industrial Utilities sector, which includes facilities that produce materials essential for construction and infrastructure. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions of particulate matter and other pollutants, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for stormwater and process water discharges, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste management. Cement plants are also subject to TRI Section 313 reporting for toxic chemical releases. The plant's scale is typical for a regional cement production facility serving the northeastern United States. Cement production is energy-intensive and generates significant CO2 emissions from calcination and fuel combustion. The plant's location in Flanders, a suburban area, means it may have community proximity considerations. The facility plays a role in supplying cement for local construction and infrastructure projects, contributing to the regional economy. Environmental management practices are expected to align with EPA standards to minimize air and water impacts.

Cement plants like TRI STATE QUIKRETE are significant sources of air pollutants, including particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, as well as greenhouse gases. The facility is located in Flanders, New Jersey, a region with mixed residential and industrial land use. Proximity to communities necessitates adherence to stringent air quality regulations under the Clean Air Act. Water usage for cooling and process needs may impact local water resources, regulated under the Clean Water Act. The plant's operations are subject to EPA multi-media oversight to mitigate environmental and health risks.