Georgia-Pacific Demolishes Another Boiler at Camas Mill

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Georgia-Pacific has undertaken a multi-year project to remove unused buildings and modernize its papermaking plant in Camas, Washington. On Wednesday, the company demolished another boiler at the downtown mill, unleashing a loud boom and a giant cloud of dust. The demolition was carried out using a controlled fall method, where key structural components were carefully cut to allow the building to collapse in a safe location.

Why it matters

The mill modernization project reflects Georgia-Pacific's efforts to adapt to changing industry conditions and technological advancements. By removing unused buildings and streamlining operations, the company aims to maintain the mill's competitiveness and viability in the regional papermaking market.

The details

Contractors used a controlled fall method to demolish the boiler, which involves cutting key structural components so heavy equipment can pull down the building. This approach is designed to allow the building to fall towards a predetermined safe location. The latest demolition follows the removal of another boiler on February 19th.

• The boiler demolition took place on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
• Georgia-Pacific previously demolished another boiler at the Camas mill on February 19, 2026.

What’s next

Georgia-Pacific plans to continue its multi-year project to modernize and streamline operations at the Camas mill, with additional demolitions and upgrades expected in the coming years.