Overview
Ocean State Steel is a primary metal facility located in East Providence, Rhode Island, United States. It operates under NAICS code 331111, indicating iron and steel production.
Ocean State Steel is a primary metal facility located at 300 Bourne Ave, East Providence, Rhode Island, United States. The plant operates in the iron and steel sector, classified under NAICS code 331111, which covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing iron and steel from scrap or other raw materials. As an operational facility, it plays a role in the regional industrial landscape. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental regulations including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313 reporting. These regulations govern emissions, wastewater discharges, waste management, and chemical releases. The plant's location in Rhode Island subjects it to state-level environmental permits and oversight. Ocean State Steel's operations contribute to the local economy and industrial base. The primary metal sector is associated with significant energy use and emissions, including greenhouse gases and criteria pollutants. The facility's proximity to residential areas in East Providence underscores the importance of regulatory compliance and community engagement. Its role in the supply chain for construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure highlights its economic significance.
Environmental context
The facility is located in East Providence, Rhode Island, a densely populated area near Narragansett Bay. The primary metal sector, particularly iron and steel production, is associated with significant air emissions (e.g., particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides) and energy consumption. Water usage and wastewater discharge are also key environmental considerations, given the proximity to coastal waters. Community proximity raises concerns about potential exposure to pollutants, necessitating robust regulatory oversight under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
Ocean State Steel is located at 300 Bourne Ave, East Providence, Rhode Island, United States.
Ocean State Steel is a primary metal facility that produces iron and steel, classified under NAICS code 331111.
The facility is subject to US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and Toxics Release Inventory reporting.
Ocean State Steel is currently operational.
The primary metal sector in Rhode Island contributes to the state's industrial base, with facilities like Ocean State Steel supporting construction and manufacturing supply chains.