Overview
Scott/Finch Pruyn Paper Sludge Landfill in Northumberland, New York, is an operational pulp and paper facility managing sludge from paper production. It serves the region's paper industry waste management needs.
Scott/Finch Pruyn Paper Sludge Landfill is a pulp and paper facility located at 19 Peters Road in Northumberland, Saratoga County, New York. The facility is operational and handles sludge generated from paper manufacturing processes, serving as a disposal site for industrial waste from the paper industry in the region. As a pulp and paper sludge landfill, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Section 313 reporting. The facility is subject to state-level permits from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) for solid waste management and environmental compliance. The facility plays a key role in managing byproducts from paper production, reducing environmental impact through controlled disposal. Its location in Saratoga County places it within a region with a mix of industrial and residential areas, requiring careful monitoring of emissions and leachate to protect local water resources and air quality.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Saratoga County, New York, an area with a mix of rural and suburban communities. The nearby Hudson River and its tributaries are sensitive water bodies that require protection from potential leachate and runoff. The region experiences seasonal weather patterns, including heavy rainfall and snowmelt, which can affect landfill operations and groundwater management. The facility's proximity to residential areas necessitates strict odor and dust control measures to minimize community impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 19 Peters Road in Northumberland, Saratoga County, New York, United States.
It handles sludge generated from pulp and paper manufacturing processes, serving as a disposal site for industrial byproducts.
These facilities are regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for solid waste management, and may also be subject to Clean Water Act (CWA) permits for discharge and Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions.
The facility operates under permits from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, which require monitoring of groundwater, leachate, and air emissions to minimize environmental impact.
Sludge landfills provide a controlled disposal method for solid byproducts from paper production, helping to manage waste and reduce environmental contamination.
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