Lufkin Mill - Pulp and Paper Facility in Lufkin, Texas, United States

Lufkin Mill is a pulp and paper facility located at 3201 Atkinson Dr, Lufkin, Texas, in Angelina County. The plant is operational and serves as a significant industrial utility in the region, contributing to the local economy and industrial base. As a pulp and paper mill, Lufkin Mill operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The facility is subject to multi-media environmental permits and reporting requirements, such as TRI Section 313. The pulp and paper sector is known for its water and energy intensity, with typical processes including pulping, bleaching, and papermaking. The facility's environmental significance lies in its potential emissions and wastewater discharges, which are regulated to minimize impact on local air and water quality. The plant's location in Lufkin, a city in East Texas, places it within a region with a mix of industrial and natural environments. Community proximity and the plant's operational status underscore the importance of ongoing compliance with environmental standards.

The Lufkin Mill operates in a region characterized by a mix of forested areas and industrial activity. As a pulp and paper facility, it is associated with potential emissions of particulate matter, volatile organic compounds, and odorous sulfur compounds, as well as high water usage and wastewater discharges containing organic pollutants. The plant's proximity to the community necessitates robust environmental management to mitigate impacts on local air quality and water resources.