Overview
ArcelorMittal Indiana Harbor Long Carbon is a primary metal facility in East Chicago, Indiana, operating as part of a major integrated steel mill. It produces long carbon steel products for various industrial applications.
ArcelorMittal Indiana Harbor Long Carbon is a primary metal facility located at 3300 Dickey Rd in East Chicago, Indiana, within the Lake County region. As part of the larger ArcelorMittal Indiana Harbor steel complex, this facility specializes in the production of long carbon steel products, including beams, rails, and bars. The plant is operational and represents a significant component of the United States steel industry, serving construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors. The facility operates under NAICS codes 331110 (Iron and Steel Mills) and 331111 (Steel Product Manufacturing from Purchased Steel). As a primary metal operation, it involves processes such as steelmaking, casting, and rolling. The plant is subject to comprehensive environmental regulations under the US EPA, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions control, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for wastewater discharge, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste management. Additionally, it must comply with TRI Section 313 reporting for toxic chemical releases. The Indiana Harbor complex is one of the largest integrated steel mills in North America, with significant economic and environmental implications. Its proximity to the Great Lakes and urban communities necessitates rigorous environmental management. The facility's operations contribute to regional employment and industrial output, while also requiring ongoing attention to pollution control and community health considerations.
Environmental context
Located in East Chicago, Indiana, the facility sits within an industrialized area near Lake Michigan. The region has a history of heavy industry, including steel production and refining, which has led to legacy environmental concerns such as soil and water contamination. The plant's operations involve high-temperature processes that emit air pollutants like particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. Proximity to residential communities heightens the importance of emission controls and community monitoring. The facility must manage stormwater runoff and process wastewater to protect local waterways, including the Grand Calumet River, which flows into Lake Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 3300 Dickey Rd, East Chicago, Indiana 46312, United States, within Lake County.
The facility produces long carbon steel products, including beams, rails, and bars, used in construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing.
The plant is subject to US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and TRI reporting for toxic releases.
It employs pollution control technologies for air emissions, wastewater treatment, and hazardous waste management, and must comply with federal and state permits.
It is one of the largest integrated steel mills in North America, playing a key role in the U.S. steel supply chain and regional economy.
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