James River Corp. - Kalamazoo: Pulp and Paper Facility in Kalamazoo, Michigan

James River Corp. - Kalamazoo is a pulp and paper facility located at 243 E Patterson St, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States. The plant is operational and serves as part of the industrial utilities sector in the region. As a pulp and paper mill, it is classified under the pulp and paper plant type, which involves processes such as pulping, bleaching, and papermaking. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces multi-media 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. These regulations govern emissions to air, water, and land, as well as waste management practices. In Michigan, the facility is also subject to state-level environmental permits administered by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). The environmental significance of this facility lies in its potential impact on local air and water quality, given the pollution-intensive nature of pulp and paper production. The plant's proximity to Kalamazoo and the Kalamazoo River may influence community and ecological health. Compliance with EPA and state regulations is critical to minimizing its environmental footprint.

The facility is located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, near the Kalamazoo River. Pulp and paper mills are known for high water usage and potential discharges of pollutants such as biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), total suspended solids (TSS), and chlorinated compounds from bleaching processes. Air emissions may include particulate matter, sulfur compounds, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The surrounding area includes residential communities and natural habitats, making regulatory compliance essential for protecting local ecosystems and public health.