EPA v. Advanced Containment Systems Inc.

Case summary

Advanced Containment Systems Inc. (ACSI) failed to comply with 30 TAC 335.2 [40 CFR 270.1], for operating a hazardous waste storage unit without interim status or a permit by failing to meet the permit requirements of 30 TAC 335.69 [40 CFR 262.34] as detailed in the (ECAFO). ACSI has agreed to enter into a Supplemental Environmental Program (SEP) as well as paying the stipulated fine. The SEP will save (recycle) approximately 15,000 gallons of water, per week, which would otherwise be discharged back into the environment.

Defendants (1)

• Jim WestNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• ADVANCED CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS

  8720 LAMBRIGHT RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77075

  Registry ID: 110005186002

Statutes cited

• RCRA 3008A — Compliance Order: Injunctive & Penalty
• RCRA 3007 — Record keeping, Inspection, Information Request
• RCRA 3002 — Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Advanced Containment Systems Inc.entered 2004-01-15

  Primary law: RCRA

  Federal penalty: $750 · SEP: $20,000

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2004-01-06Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2004-01-15Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2004-01-15Final Order Issued
• 2009-03-26Enforcement Action Closed