Charter Steel - Primary Metal Facility in Saukville, Wisconsin

Charter Steel is a primary metal facility located at 1658 Cold Springs Road in Saukville, Wisconsin, United States. The plant operates in the steel industry, classified under NAICS codes 331110 (iron and steel mills) and 331111 (steel foundries). As an operational facility, it contributes to the regional industrial base in southeastern Wisconsin. The facility operates under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's regulatory framework, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. Steel production typically involves processes such as melting, casting, and rolling, which generate emissions and waste streams. The plant's scale is consistent with medium-to-large steel mills in the Great Lakes region, a traditional hub for primary metal manufacturing. Charter Steel's operations are significant for the local economy and supply chain, providing steel products for construction, automotive, and other industries. The facility's environmental footprint is managed through permits and reporting requirements, including TRI Section 313 for toxic releases. Its location in an industrial area near Lake Michigan underscores the importance of water management and air quality controls.

The facility is situated in Saukville, Wisconsin, within the Great Lakes basin, a region sensitive to industrial pollution. Steel mills like Charter Steel are significant sources of air emissions (particulates, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides) and water discharges (heavy metals, process wastewater). Community proximity to the plant requires adherence to EPA standards for ambient air quality and water protection. The local environmental context includes potential impacts on nearby waterways and residential areas, necessitating robust pollution control measures.