Portland And Blended Cement Production, Capacity, And Stocks In The United States, By District

This table presents detailed data on the production, capacity, utilization, and year-end stocks of portland and blended cement across various U.S. districts for the years 2022 and 2023. This information is critical for understanding regional cement manufacturing capabilities and market dynamics, as cement is a fundamental material in construction and infrastructure development. Monitoring these metrics helps industry stakeholders, policymakers, and economists gauge supply chain health, identify capacity constraints, and anticipate potential impacts on construction costs and economic growth.

Analysis of the data reveals that total U.S. cement production slightly decreased from 89.1 million metric tons in 2022 to 87.8 million metric tons in 2023, despite a marginal reduction in total capacity from 124 million to 122 million metric tons. Utilization rates remained relatively stable, increasing slightly from 71.8% to 72.1%. Notably, the Michigan district showed a significant rise in capacity utilization from 77.1% to 83.3%, accompanied by an increase in production from 4.4 million to 4.8 million metric tons, although year-end stocks declined from 1.72 million to 1.53 million metric tons. Conversely, the Maine and New York district experienced a production drop from 2.0 million to 1.9 million metric tons and a slight decrease in utilization from 62% to 59.7%. The Missouri district maintained the highest production levels, increasing output from 9.3 million to 9.9 million metric tons and improving utilization from 82.7% to 87.8%. Overall, the data indicate a modest contraction in production with some regional disparities, reflecting localized market conditions and operational adjustments within the cement industry.