DTE-St Clair Plant Operations Center, East China, Michigan

The DTE-St Clair Plant is an operations center located at 4901 Pointe Dr, East China, Michigan, within St. Clair County. As part of DTE Energy's network, this facility manages critical utility operations for the surrounding region, contributing to the stability of the local power grid. The plant's operational status is active, indicating ongoing management of utility assets. Operating under the jurisdiction of the United States, this facility adheres to NERC CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) standards, which mandate cybersecurity and physical security measures for bulk electric system assets. The NAICS codes associated with the plant (221112, 221118, 221121) cover fossil fuel electric power generation, other electric power generation, and electric bulk power transmission and control, reflecting a diverse role in the energy sector. The plant's location along the St. Clair River provides access to cooling water and transportation, while its proximity to the Detroit metropolitan area underscores its importance in serving a large customer base. As part of DTE Energy's infrastructure, the St. Clair Plant contributes to the resilience and redundancy of Michigan's electric grid, supporting both residential and industrial demand.

The facility operates in a region with significant industrial and residential energy demand, near the Great Lakes. Its environmental context includes managing emissions and water usage in compliance with state and federal regulations. As an operations center, its primary environmental impact is indirect, through the oversight of power generation and transmission assets that affect air quality and land use.