[SMM Steel] Nucor Opens Lexington Rebar Micro Mill in North Carolina

Published: May 27, 2026 19:10

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[SMM Steel] US steelmaker Nucor officially opened its Lexington rebar micro mill in North Carolina, adding 430,000 short tons of annual rebar capacity to support construction and infrastructure demand along the US East Coast. The project, initially announced in 2022 with a 350 million USD budget, was completed at around 440 million USD. The mill produces rebar using nearly 100% recycled scrap and employs around 200 workers. Nucor also plans to establish a nearby rebar fabrication facility to strengthen regional supply capabilities.

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