REDWOOD MARINE TERMINAL II - Pulp and Paper Facility in Eureka, California

REDWOOD MARINE TERMINAL II is a pulp and paper facility located at 1 TCF Road in Eureka, Humboldt County, California. The plant is operational and serves as a key industrial utility in the region, processing wood fiber into paper products. As a pulp and paper mill, it falls under the industrial sector with significant water and energy demands. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA), which enforces multi-media environmental laws 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 air emissions, wastewater discharges, hazardous waste management, and chemical release reporting. The plant's location in Humboldt County places it within California's stringent state-level environmental standards, which often exceed federal requirements. Pulp and paper mills are known for their high water usage and potential for releasing pollutants such as chlorinated compounds and particulate matter. The facility's proximity to the Pacific coast and local communities necessitates robust environmental management practices. Its operational status indicates ongoing compliance with permit conditions, contributing to the regional economy while managing environmental impacts.

The facility is situated in Eureka, California, near the Pacific coast, an area with significant ecological value including coastal forests and marine habitats. Pulp and paper operations can generate air emissions like particulate matter and volatile organic compounds, as well as wastewater containing organic pollutants and chlorinated compounds. The proximity to Humboldt Bay and local communities requires careful management of discharges and emissions to protect water quality and air quality. California's regulatory framework, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), adds additional oversight for industrial facilities in sensitive coastal zones.