EPA v. SAVEWAY PETROLEUM

Case summary

On August 16, 2022, the Region entered into an Expedited Settlement Agreement with DCC Propane LLC (d/b/a Saveway Petroleum) (DCC Propane) located in Putnam, Connecticut resolving violations of Section 311(b)(3) of the Clean Water Act. On March 20, 2022, approximately 27,000-gallons of home heating oil released from an aboveground oil tank into secondary containment. Approximately 300 gallons to 600 gallons gradually escaped secondary containment and was released to an adjacent wetland and tributary to the Quinebaug River. DCC Propane immediately reported the spill to the National Response Center and took actions to clean up the spill. The spill did not have an impact on any communities facing Environmental Justice issues. The company agreed to a $7,700 penalty.

Defendants (1)

• Saveway PetroleumNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• SAVEWAY PETROLEUM

  906 CT-32, NORTH FRANKLIN, CT, 06254

Statutes cited

• CWA 311B — Oil & Hazardous Substances Discharge

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• SAVEWAY PETROLEUMentered 2022-08-16

  Primary law: CWA

  Federal penalty: $7,700

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2022-08-16Final Order Issued
• 2022-08-16Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2022-08-17Enforcement Action Data Entered