Fletcher Paper Co - Pulp and Paper Facility in Watervliet, Michigan

Fletcher Paper Co is a pulp and paper facility located at 711 N Main St, Watervliet, Michigan, in Berrien County. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS code 322120, indicating it produces paper from pulp. As a pulp and paper mill, it is part of a sector known for significant water and energy use. The facility operates under the US EPA's multi-media regulatory framework, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. It must comply with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits for wastewater discharge and report toxic releases under TRI Section 313. The plant's scale is typical for a mid-sized paper mill in the Great Lakes region. Pulp and paper mills are significant industrial utilities due to their high water consumption and potential for air emissions. Fletcher Paper Co's location in Watervliet, near Lake Michigan, underscores the importance of environmental management to protect local water resources. The facility contributes to the regional economy and industrial base.

The facility is situated in Berrien County, Michigan, near the shores of Lake Michigan. The region's industrial history includes manufacturing and paper production, which can impact local air and water quality. Pulp and paper mills are associated with emissions of particulate matter, sulfur compounds, and volatile organic compounds, as well as high water usage and wastewater discharge. Proximity to the Great Lakes necessitates stringent water quality protections under the Clean Water Act.