Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Corp - Primary Metal Facility in Middletown, Ohio

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Corp is a primary metal facility located at 1801 Crawford St, Middletown, Ohio, USA. The plant is operational and specializes in steel production, with NAICS codes 331110 (iron and steel mills), 331111 (steel mills), and 331513 (steel foundries). As a major steel producer, it operates on a large scale typical of integrated steel mills in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. As a primary metal plant, it is subject to TRI Section 313 reporting for toxic chemical releases. The plant's processes involve ironmaking, steelmaking, and casting, which generate emissions of particulate matter, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides, as well as wastewater containing metals and other pollutants. This facility plays a significant role in the regional industrial economy of southwestern Ohio, supplying steel to various downstream industries such as automotive, construction, and manufacturing. Its environmental significance stems from the inherent pollution intensity of steel production, requiring robust pollution control technologies and compliance with stringent EPA regulations to minimize impacts on local air and water quality.

The facility is located in Middletown, Ohio, within the Great Lakes region, an area with a strong industrial history. Steel production at this site involves high-temperature processes that emit air pollutants including particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. The plant's proximity to residential areas necessitates careful management of emissions and wastewater discharges to protect community health. Local water bodies, such as the Great Miami River, may receive treated effluent, requiring compliance with Clean Water Act permits.