Gerdau Ameristeel Nashville - Primary Metal Facility in Tennessee, USA

Gerdau Ameristeel Nashville is a primary metal facility located at 110 N. First Street in Nashville, Tennessee. The plant operates under NAICS code 331111, which covers iron and steel mills, and is part of Gerdau's extensive steel manufacturing operations in the United States. As an operational facility, it contributes to the regional industrial base in Davidson County. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Primary metal facilities like this one are subject to TRI Section 313 reporting for toxic chemical releases. The plant's steel production processes involve melting scrap metal in electric arc furnaces, which generates emissions that are regulated under the CAA. Gerdau Ameristeel Nashville plays a significant role in the local economy by supplying steel products for construction and manufacturing. Its location in an urban area requires careful management of environmental impacts, including air emissions and stormwater runoff. The facility's adherence to EPA regulations ensures compliance with environmental standards while supporting industrial activity in the region.

The facility is situated in an urban area of Nashville, Tennessee, near the Cumberland River. Primary metal production, particularly steelmaking via electric arc furnaces, generates air emissions such as particulate matter and greenhouse gases. The plant's proximity to residential and commercial areas necessitates stringent controls under the Clean Air Act. Water usage and stormwater management are also critical, given the potential for runoff containing metals and other pollutants. The facility operates under a multi-media regulatory framework to mitigate these environmental impacts.