Woodgrain Millwork Inc - Pulp and Paper Facility in La Grande, Oregon

Woodgrain Millwork Inc is a pulp and paper facility located at 1917 Jackson St, La Grande, Oregon, in Union County. The plant is operational and classified under multiple NAICS codes including 221330 (Steam and Air-Conditioning Supply) and 321212 (Softwood Veneer and Plywood Manufacturing), indicating a diverse industrial profile. As a pulp and paper operation, it is part of a sector known for significant water and energy use. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which enforces the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Pulp and paper mills in the United States are subject to specific effluent guidelines and air emission standards. The plant's location in Oregon places it under the jurisdiction of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), which implements state-level permits and monitoring. Pulp and paper facilities are significant industrial utilities due to their high water consumption and potential for pollutant releases. Woodgrain Millwork Inc's role in producing millwork and wood products contributes to the regional economy. The plant's proximity to La Grande, a city in northeastern Oregon, means it operates in a mixed urban and rural setting, with potential community and environmental considerations related to air and water quality.

The facility is located in La Grande, Oregon, a city in the Grande Ronde Valley surrounded by the Blue Mountains. The region's climate is semi-arid with cold winters and warm summers, influencing water availability and waste management. Pulp and paper operations can generate air emissions (e.g., particulate matter, volatile organic compounds) and wastewater containing organic pollutants. The proximity to residential areas may raise community concerns about odor and emissions. Oregon's environmental regulations require compliance with state and federal standards to mitigate these impacts.