Overview
Gerdau Midlothian Plant is a primary metal facility in Midlothian, Texas, operating under Gerdau. It produces steel and related products, serving industrial markets in the United States.
Gerdau Midlothian Plant is a primary metal facility located at 300 Ward Rd, Midlothian, Texas, in the United States. The plant is operational and engaged in steel production, with NAICS codes indicating activities in iron and steel mills, steel product manufacturing, and related processes. As part of Gerdau, a major global steel producer, this facility contributes to the industrial supply chain in the region. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, 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 EPA multi-media permitting and reporting requirements, such as TRI Section 313 for toxic releases. The plant's scale is typical for a large steel mill, with significant energy and raw material inputs. Environmentally, the plant's operations involve emissions from furnaces and material handling, as well as water use for cooling and processing. Its location in Ellis County places it within a region with a mix of industrial and agricultural land use. The facility's role in the steel sector underscores its importance for construction and manufacturing, while regulatory oversight aims to manage its environmental footprint.
Environmental context
The Gerdau Midlothian Plant operates in a region with a semi-arid climate, where water resources are managed carefully. Steel production involves high energy consumption and emissions of particulate matter, greenhouse gases, and metals. The facility's proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex means it is subject to local air quality management and community scrutiny. Regulatory frameworks under the EPA govern its emissions and waste management, with TRI reporting providing public data on releases.
Frequently asked questions
The Gerdau Midlothian Plant is located at 300 Ward Rd, Midlothian, Texas, 76065-9646, in the United States.
The plant produces primary metal products, including steel, as indicated by its NAICS codes covering iron and steel mills and steel product manufacturing.
The facility is currently operational, actively engaged in steel production and related industrial activities.
As a primary metal facility in the U.S., it is regulated under the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and must report toxic releases under TRI Section 313.
The plant is part of Gerdau, a global steel producer, and contributes to the regional supply of steel for construction and manufacturing, operating under stringent environmental standards.
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