Bomarko, Inc. - Pulp and Paper Facility in Plymouth, Indiana

Bomarko, Inc. is a pulp and paper facility located at 1955 N Oak Rd, Plymouth, Indiana, in Marshall County. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 322220 (Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing) and 326112 (Plastics Packaging Film and Sheet Manufacturing). As a pulp and paper operation, it represents a sector with significant water and energy use. The facility operates under the US EPA regulatory framework, including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and TRI Section 313 reporting. Pulp and paper mills in the United States are subject to stringent effluent guidelines and air emission standards, often requiring permits for wastewater discharge and air emissions. The plant's location in Indiana places it within a region with a mix of agricultural and industrial activity. Pulp and paper facilities are significant consumers of water and energy, and their environmental footprint includes process emissions, wastewater, and solid waste. Bomarko, Inc.'s dual NAICS codes suggest involvement in both paper converting and plastics packaging, indicating a diversified product line. The facility's operational status and location in a rural county highlight its role in local employment and industrial activity.

The facility is situated in Marshall County, Indiana, an area with a mix of agriculture and light industry. Pulp and paper operations are associated with high water usage, wastewater discharge containing organic compounds, and air emissions from boilers and drying processes. Community proximity to the plant may raise concerns about odor and water quality, though specific impacts depend on local topography and prevailing winds.