Overview
Packaging Corporation of America operates a pulp and paper mill in International Falls, Minnesota. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 322121 for paper mills.
The 93522 - Packaging Corporation of America DBA Boise Paper facility is a pulp and paper mill located at 400 2nd Street in International Falls, Minnesota, United States. This operational facility is part of the broader industrial utilities sector, specifically focused on pulp and paper production. The plant's location in northern Minnesota places it within a region with a strong history of forest products manufacturing. As a pulp and paper mill, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The plant is classified under NAICS code 322121, which covers paper mills. Typical processes at such facilities include pulping, bleaching, and papermaking, which involve significant water and energy use. The environmental significance of this facility relates to its potential emissions and effluent discharges, which are regulated under the EPA's multi-media permits. The plant's proximity to the Rainy River watershed and the border with Canada adds to its environmental context. The facility plays a role in the regional economy by providing jobs and supporting the forest products industry.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in International Falls, Minnesota, near the Rainy River and the Canadian border. The region is characterized by boreal forests and numerous lakes, making water quality a key environmental concern. Pulp and paper mills are known for high water consumption and potential releases of pollutants such as chlorinated compounds and suspended solids. The plant operates under EPA regulations that require permits for air emissions and wastewater discharge, with oversight from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 400 2nd Street in International Falls, Minnesota, United States, near the Canadian border.
This facility is a pulp and paper mill, producing paper products from wood pulp. It operates under NAICS code 322121.
The mill is subject to US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and RCRA. It must obtain permits for air emissions and wastewater discharge.
The facility is currently operational, as indicated in the directory data.
Pulp and paper mills can have significant environmental impacts, including high water usage, air emissions, and generation of solid waste. Regulations aim to minimize these through pollution control technologies.
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