DTE Sparrows Point - Primary Metal Facility in Sparrows Point, Maryland, USA

DTE Sparrows Point is a primary metal facility located at 1430 Sparrows Point Blvd, Sparrows Point, Maryland, USA. The facility is operational and classified under the Primary Metal sector, with NAICS codes including 331110 (Iron and Steel Mills) and 331111 (Steel Product Manufacturing), indicating a large-scale integrated steel production site. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). As a primary metal facility, it is subject to specific emission standards and reporting requirements under the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313. The plant's location in an industrial area near Baltimore suggests it may have significant air and water discharge permits. DTE Sparrows Point plays a key role in the regional industrial landscape, contributing to steel supply for construction, automotive, and other sectors. Its environmental significance stems from the inherent pollution intensity of steelmaking, including emissions of particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and greenhouse gases. The facility's proximity to the Chesapeake Bay watershed adds importance to its water management practices.

The facility is situated in Sparrows Point, Maryland, within the Baltimore metropolitan area. The region has a history of heavy industry, including steel production and shipbuilding. The nearby Chesapeake Bay is a sensitive estuarine ecosystem, making water discharges from industrial facilities a key environmental concern. Steelmaking processes generate air pollutants such as particulate matter and sulfur dioxide, which can affect local air quality. The facility's operations are subject to stringent EPA regulations to mitigate these impacts.