EVRAZ Claymont Steel - Primary Metal Facility in Claymont, Delaware

EVRAZ Claymont Steel is a primary metal facility located at 4001 Philadelphia Pike in Claymont, Delaware, United States. The plant operates in the primary metal sector, focusing on steel production, and is situated in New Castle County. As an operational facility, it plays a role in the regional industrial base. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, which includes the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and Toxics Release Inventory Section 313 reporting. These regulations govern emissions, wastewater, hazardous waste, and chemical releases. The plant's NAICS codes (331110 and 331111) indicate iron and steel mills and steel product manufacturing, typical of large-scale integrated steel operations. EVRAZ Claymont Steel's environmental significance stems from its steel production processes, which involve high-temperature furnaces and potential emissions of particulate matter, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides. The facility's proximity to the Delaware River and residential areas underscores the importance of compliance with environmental permits and community engagement. Its operational status ensures ongoing economic activity in the region.

The facility is located in Claymont, Delaware, near the Delaware River, a major waterway. Steel production at this site involves energy-intensive processes that generate air emissions and solid waste. The surrounding area includes residential communities, making air quality and water discharge management critical. Regulatory oversight under the US EPA ensures monitoring of pollutants like lead, mercury, and greenhouse gases.