FERGUSON MFG CO INC - Primary Metal Facility in Spirit Lake, Iowa

FERGUSON MFG CO INC is a primary metal facility located at 907 18th St, Spirit Lake, Iowa, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 331111 (Iron and Steel Mills), 332721 (Precision Turned Product Manufacturing), and 332813 (Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing, and Coloring). This indicates a diverse metalworking operation combining primary metal production with finishing processes. As a primary metal facility in the United States, FERGUSON MFG CO INC operates under a comprehensive regulatory framework administered by the US EPA. This includes the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, Clean Water Act (CWA) for wastewater discharges, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste management, and Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) for toxic release inventory reporting. The facility's location in Dickinson County, Iowa, places it within a region with a mix of agricultural and industrial activity. The facility's environmental significance stems from its potential to generate air emissions, wastewater, and hazardous waste typical of primary metal operations. Its proximity to Spirit Lake and the surrounding community necessitates robust environmental management practices. The facility's operational status and compliance with federal regulations are key to minimizing its environmental footprint.

The facility is located in Spirit Lake, Iowa, a community near the Iowa Great Lakes region. Primary metal facilities like this one can be sources of air pollutants such as particulate matter and metals, as well as wastewater containing heavy metals and process chemicals. The local environment, including nearby water bodies, may be sensitive to industrial discharges. Regulatory oversight under the US EPA ensures that emissions and discharges are managed within permitted limits to protect public health and the environment.