Overview
AK Steel Ashland Works - Coke Plant is a primary metal facility in Ashland, Kentucky, producing coke for steelmaking. It operates under US EPA multi-media regulations including CAA, CWA, and RCRA.
AK Steel Ashland Works - Coke Plant is a primary metal facility located at 40th St & Winchester Ave in Ashland, Kentucky. It is part of the larger Ashland Works complex and produces coke, a key input for iron and steel manufacturing. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 324199, 327999, 331110, and 331111, indicating diverse activities including coke manufacturing and iron and steel production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental laws. These include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for air emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for wastewater discharges, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste management. As a coke plant, it is subject to specific emissions standards for hazardous air pollutants and must comply with TRI Section 313 reporting requirements. Coke plants are significant sources of air emissions, including particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and volatile organic compounds. The facility's proximity to the Ohio River and the community of Ashland underscores the importance of its environmental management practices. Its role in supplying coke to the steel industry makes it a critical component of the regional industrial supply chain.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Boyd County, Kentucky, near the Ohio River, which provides water resources but also poses risks of water contamination from industrial discharges. The region has a history of heavy industry, including steel and chemical manufacturing, contributing to cumulative environmental impacts. Air emissions from coke plants, such as benzene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, are of particular concern for nearby communities. The facility's compliance with EPA regulations is essential to mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 40th St & Winchester Ave in Ashland, Kentucky, USA, in Boyd County.
The plant produces coke, a carbon material used in iron and steelmaking, as part of the primary metal sector.
The facility must comply with US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as well as TRI Section 313 reporting.
Coke plants emit hazardous air pollutants like benzene and particulate matter, and generate wastewater containing phenols and ammonia, requiring strict pollution controls.
As a coke producer, it supplies a critical input for blast furnaces in steelmaking, supporting the regional industrial base in the Ohio River Valley.
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