KES Acquisition Co dba Kentucky Electric Steel - Primary Metal Facility in Summitt, Kentucky

KES Acquisition Co dba Kentucky Electric Steel is a primary metal facility located at 2704 South Big Run Road in Summitt, Kentucky, United States. The plant operates in the steel sector, classified under NAICS code 331111 (Iron and Steel Mills). As an operational facility, it plays a key role in the regional industrial landscape. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental 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. Steel mills of this scale typically involve electric arc furnace (EAF) technology, which is common in the United States for recycling scrap metal into new steel products. Kentucky Electric Steel contributes to the local economy by supplying steel for construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure. Its location in Summitt, near the Big Sandy River, provides logistical advantages for raw material and product transport. The facility's environmental performance is subject to regular monitoring and reporting under EPA programs, ensuring compliance with emissions and waste management standards.

The facility is situated in a region with a mix of industrial and rural land use. Steel production, particularly via electric arc furnaces, generates emissions such as particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and greenhouse gases. Proximity to the Big Sandy River raises considerations for water quality and stormwater management. Community exposure to industrial emissions is a relevant concern, though specific local impacts depend on prevailing wind patterns and buffer zones.