Overview
United States Steel Corporation - Fairfield Tubular is a primary metal facility in Fairfield, Alabama, operating under US EPA regulations. It produces steel tubular products for various industries.
United States Steel Corporation - Fairfield Tubular is a primary metal facility located in Fairfield, Alabama, United States. The plant is part of the larger U.S. Steel network and specializes in the production of steel tubular goods, serving sectors such as energy, construction, and automotive. As a primary metal operation, it falls under NAICS code 331111, indicating integrated steelmaking and tube manufacturing. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental laws 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 scale is typical of large integrated steel mills in the region, with significant production capacity. Environmental and operational significance stems from its role in the domestic steel supply chain, supporting infrastructure and industrial projects. The facility's proximity to the Birmingham metropolitan area and the Black Warrior River watershed places it in a context where community and ecological considerations are important. Its compliance with EPA standards is critical for minimizing environmental impact while maintaining industrial output.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Fairfield, Alabama, within the Birmingham metropolitan area, a region with a long industrial history. The local environment includes the Black Warrior River watershed, which is sensitive to industrial discharges. Primary metal facilities like this one are associated with emissions of particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and greenhouse gases from steelmaking processes, as well as potential releases of metals and chemicals to water and land. Community proximity to heavy industry raises considerations for air quality and public health, regulated under the Clean Air Act and other EPA programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 6200 E.J. Oliver Boulevard, Fairfield, Alabama 35064, United States.
The facility produces steel tubular products, including pipes and tubes, for industries such as energy, construction, and automotive.
As a primary metal facility in the US, it is subject to EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA, and TRI reporting requirements.
The NAICS code is 331111, which corresponds to iron and steel mills and ferroalloy manufacturing.
The facility provides jobs and supports the local economy but also requires careful environmental management to minimize emissions and protect nearby communities and water resources.
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