NEWPAGE WISCONSIN RAPIDS MILL - Pulp and Paper Facility in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin

NEWPAGE WISCONSIN RAPIDS MILL is a pulp and paper facility located at 950 4th Ave N, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, in Wood County. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 221300, 322110, 322120, 322121, 322122, 322130, and 322299, indicating a diverse range of activities including water supply, pulp mills, paper mills, and related manufacturing. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for wastewater discharges, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. As a pulp and paper mill, it is subject to specific effluent guidelines and new source performance standards under the CWA, as well as air emission standards for hazardous air pollutants under the CAA. The plant's scale is typical of large integrated pulp and paper mills in the Midwest. Pulp and paper production is water-intensive and generates significant wastewater, requiring robust treatment systems. The facility's location in Wisconsin, near the Wisconsin River, underscores the importance of managing water resources and discharges. The plant contributes to the local economy and regional paper industry, which is a major sector in the state.

The facility is situated in Wisconsin Rapids, a city in central Wisconsin along the Wisconsin River. The region's industrial history includes paper manufacturing, which has led to regulatory focus on water quality and air emissions. Proximity to the river necessitates careful management of process water and wastewater to protect aquatic ecosystems. The area's climate involves cold winters, which can affect industrial operations and emissions control. Community proximity means that air quality and odor management are important considerations.