Lone Star Steel Company - Primary Metal Facility in Lone Star, Texas

Lone Star Steel Company is a primary metal facility located in Lone Star, Morris County, Texas. The plant is operational and engaged in steel manufacturing, a key sector for industrial utilities in the United States. The facility's NAICS codes (331111, 331210, 423730, 493190, 999999) indicate involvement in iron and steel mills, steel product manufacturing, and related activities. As a primary metal plant, Lone Star Steel Company operates under the US EPA's multi-media regulatory framework, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, Clean Water Act (CWA) for wastewater discharges, and RCRA for hazardous waste management. The facility is subject to TRI Section 313 reporting for toxic chemical releases. Steel production typically involves large-scale operations with blast furnaces or electric arc furnaces, and the plant's location in Texas aligns with the state's significant industrial base. The facility's environmental significance stems from its role in the steel supply chain, serving downstream industries such as construction and automotive. Community proximity in Lone Star, a small town, may raise considerations for local air quality and water resources. The plant's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with federal and state environmental permits.

The Lone Star Steel Company operates in a region with a mix of industrial and rural land use. Steel production is associated with emissions of particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides, as well as wastewater containing metals and process chemicals. The facility's location near water bodies in East Texas necessitates careful management of stormwater and process water under the Clean Water Act. Community proximity in a small town setting may heighten local concern for air emissions and potential health impacts.