EPA v. Valmont Coatings, Inc. D/B/A Valmont Applied Coating Technology

Case summary

EPA conducted an inspection at Valmont's facility on May 16, 2001. During the inspection, EPA observed hazardous waste management violations. Respondent acknowledges in CAFO that it has successfully undertaken measures to return to compliance, and certifies that it is in compliance with the RCRA requirements which formed the basis for the allegations contained in the CAFO. According to para 137 of the CAFO, Respondent has properly labeled its containers; closed its containers; removed its 550-gal tote, avoiding the requirement for Level 2 controls; ensured adequate aisle space in its hazardous waste dock area; updated personnel training and recordkeeping requirements; updated its contingency plan; properly completed LDR notifications; and cleaned up its hazardous waste spill. Therefore, no further relief is sought or is needed to achieve compliance at this time. Compliance simply requires payment of civil penalty within 30 days of CAFO.

Defendants (1)

• Valmont Coatings, Inc.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• VALMONT/APPLIED COATING TECHNOLOGY - 3

  3225 COLUMBIA AVENUE NORTHEAST, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55418-1812

  Registry ID: 110000425638

Statutes cited

• RCRA 3008A — Compliance Order: Injunctive & Penalty
• RCRA 3005 — Permits for Treatment, Storage, or Disposal of Hazardous Waste
• RCRA 3002 — Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Valmont Coatings, Inc.entered 2003-12-11

  Primary law: RCRA

  Federal penalty: $35,310

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2003-12-11Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2003-12-11Final Order Issued
• 2003-12-15Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2004-02-12Amended Complaint