WESTROCK CONVERTING DALLAS MILL - Pulp and Paper Facility in Dallas, Texas

WESTROCK CONVERTING DALLAS MILL is a pulp and paper facility situated at 1100 E. Clarendon Dr., Dallas, Texas, United States. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 322121 (Paperboard Mills) and 322130 (Paper Mills), reflecting its role in converting raw materials into paper products. As part of the WestRock company, it contributes to the regional industrial landscape. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), and Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reporting under Section 313. Pulp and paper mills are subject to specific effluent guidelines and air emission standards, particularly for hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) under the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP). The plant's scale is typical for a mid-sized mill in the region. Environmental significance includes potential impacts on local air and water quality due to process emissions and wastewater discharge. The facility's proximity to Dallas, a major urban center, necessitates compliance with stringent environmental permits and community engagement. Its operational status underscores its role in the regional economy and paper supply chain.

The Dallas area experiences a humid subtropical climate, which can influence air dispersion and water management for industrial facilities. Pulp and paper mills like this one are significant sources of air pollutants such as particulate matter, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). Water usage and wastewater discharge are also critical, with potential impacts on local water bodies. The facility's urban location increases community exposure concerns, requiring robust environmental management and regulatory compliance.