Lincoln Pulp & Paper Company Incorporated - Pulp and Paper Mill in Lincoln, Maine

Lincoln Pulp & Paper Company Incorporated is a pulp and paper mill located at 50 Katahdin Ave, Lincoln, Maine, in Penobscot County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 322110 (Pulp Mills) and 322121 (Paper Mills), indicating integrated pulp and paper production. As a medium-to-large scale industrial facility in the United States, it contributes to the regional economy and industrial base. The mill operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, 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, particularly for hazardous air pollutants under the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards. The facility's compliance with these regulations is essential for its operational permit. Pulp and paper production is water-intensive and generates significant wastewater, requiring treatment systems to meet National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit limits. The mill's location in Lincoln, near the Penobscot River, underscores the importance of water quality management. The facility's environmental performance is tracked through TRI reporting, which provides public data on chemical releases and waste management practices.

Lincoln Pulp & Paper Company operates in a region with a strong industrial history, particularly in forest products. The Penobscot River watershed is ecologically significant, supporting diverse aquatic life and recreational uses. Pulp and paper mills can release pollutants such as particulate matter, sulfur compounds, and chlorinated organics, which require stringent controls. The facility's proximity to the river necessitates careful management of wastewater discharges to protect water quality and aquatic habitats. Community proximity to the mill also raises considerations for air emissions and odor management.