EPA v. Quincy O. Stevens

Case summary

Quincy O. Stevens VIOLATIONS: The Respondent� tank battery facility was a �point source� �discharge� of �pollutants,� specifically brine, to the receiving waters of West Branch Ranch Creek, located in the Northeast Quarter of Section 4, Township 20 North, Range 6 East, Pawnee County, Oklahoma. The discharge of brine was documented during a November 12, 2003 inspection. RELIEF: The Order specifies that the Respondent should also take steps to cease all discharges of pollutants and to neutralize the brine contaminated area north and west of the tank battery by applying soil amendments to neutralize the sodium chloride. Additionally, the Order asks the Respondent to consider: (1) properly remove and dispose of contaminants; (2) repair or replace equipment that is leaking; (3) reconstruct the secondary containment; and (4) performing preventative maintenance. A follow-up inspection will determine the extent of compliance with the Order.

Defendants (1)

• Quincy StevensNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• NE-04-20-06

  NE/4, SEC. 04, T 20N, R 06E, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73116

  Registry ID: 110016667123

Statutes cited

• CWA 301 — NPDES Discharge without a Permit

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Quincy O. Stevensentered 2003-12-19

  Primary law: CWA

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2003-12-09Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2003-12-19Final Order Issued
• 2005-09-27Enforcement Action Closed