WASHINGTON AIR COMPRESSOR RENTAL CO - Primary Metal Facility in Washington, District of Columbia

WASHINGTON AIR COMPRESSOR RENTAL CO is a primary metal facility located at 1800 4TH ST NE in Washington, District of Columbia. The plant is operational and falls under the primary metal sector, which typically involves processes such as smelting, refining, or casting of metals. Its location in an urban area suggests proximity to residential and commercial zones. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media 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. The NAICS codes 331111 (Iron and Steel Mills) and 333912 (Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing) indicate a combination of primary metal production and compressor manufacturing, which may involve metalworking and emissions of particulate matter and volatile organic compounds. As a primary metal facility in a densely populated area, the plant's environmental significance includes potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. Compliance with EPA standards is critical to minimize emissions and waste. The facility's role in the local industrial landscape contributes to the region's manufacturing capacity and economic activity.

The facility is situated in an urban environment in Washington, D.C., where air quality and water resources are closely monitored. Primary metal operations can generate emissions of particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and heavy metals, as well as wastewater containing metals and acids. Community proximity heightens the importance of stringent pollution controls under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. The plant's compliance with RCRA for hazardous waste management is also critical given the potential for metal-bearing wastes.