Overview
FIBERMARK INC HUGHESVILLE MILL is a pulp and paper facility in Milford, New Jersey, United States. The plant is operational and located at 10 Mill View Road.
FIBERMARK INC HUGHESVILLE MILL is a pulp and paper facility located in Milford, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States. The plant is operational and situated at 10 Mill View Road, with coordinates 40.615283, -75.160996. As a pulp and paper mill, it is part of a sector known for significant water and energy use, as well as chemical processing. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which includes the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313 reporting. Pulp and paper mills in the U.S. are subject to specific effluent guidelines and air emission standards, often requiring permits for wastewater discharge and air emissions. The plant's scale is typical for a mill in this region, contributing to the local industrial base. Environmental significance of this facility includes its potential impact on local water resources and air quality. Pulp and paper production involves processes such as pulping, bleaching, and drying, which can generate pollutants. The plant's proximity to the community of Milford underscores the importance of regulatory compliance and environmental management. Its role in the local economy and industrial landscape is notable, providing employment and supporting downstream industries.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, an area with mixed land use including agricultural, residential, and industrial zones. The nearby Delaware River watershed is a significant regional water resource. Pulp and paper mills like this one can have environmental impacts related to water withdrawal, wastewater discharge, and air emissions. The sector is known for its high water and energy intensity, and potential releases of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and particulate matter. Community proximity to the plant necessitates robust environmental controls and monitoring to minimize local impacts.
Frequently asked questions
FIBERMARK INC HUGHESVILLE MILL is located at 10 Mill View Road, Milford, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States.
It is a pulp and paper mill, which processes wood fiber into paper products.
The facility is currently operational.
Pulp and paper mills in the U.S. are regulated under the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and must report releases under the Toxics Release Inventory.
Common concerns include water usage, wastewater discharge containing organic compounds and chlorinated substances, air emissions of particulate matter and VOCs, and solid waste generation.
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