International Paper - Bogalusa Mill: Pulp and Paper Facility in Bogalusa, Louisiana

International Paper - Bogalusa Mill is a pulp and paper facility located at 401 Avenue U in Bogalusa, Washington Parish, Louisiana. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 322120, 322121, 322122, and 322130, indicating a large-scale integrated pulp and paper operation. As part of International Paper, one of the world's leading producers of fiber-based products, this mill contributes significantly to the regional industrial base. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental regulations including 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 are subject to specific effluent guidelines and air emission standards under these acts. The Bogalusa mill likely employs chemical pulping processes, which are typical for large-scale paper production in the US South. The mill's location in Bogalusa, near the Pearl River basin, places it in a region with significant water resources and proximity to the Gulf Coast. The facility's environmental significance stems from its potential air and water emissions, including volatile organic compounds and particulate matter, as well as its water usage and wastewater discharge. Community proximity and the mill's role in the local economy are important contextual factors for understanding its operational impact.

The Bogalusa area is situated in the subtropical climate of the US Gulf Coast, with high rainfall and proximity to the Pearl River system. Pulp and paper mills in this region face regulatory scrutiny under the Clean Water Act for wastewater discharge and under the Clean Air Act for emissions of sulfur compounds, particulate matter, and volatile organic compounds. The facility's location near residential areas may raise community concerns about air quality and odor, typical for this industry.