EPA v. John Parks

Case summary

VIOLATIONS: The Respondent�s tank battery was a �point source� �discharge� of �pollutants,� specifically oil field brine, to the receiving waters of a tributary of Turkey Creek, located in the Northwest Quarter of Section 28, Township 24 North, Range 8 East, Osage County, Oklahoma. The discharge of brine was documented during a December 23, 2003 inspection. RELIEF: The Order specifies that the Respondent should cease all discharges of pollutants from the facility. The Order also requires the Respondent to neutralize the brine contaminated area south of the tank battery by applying soil amendments to neutralize the salts. Additionally, the Order request the Respondent to consider: (1) reconstructing the berm wall at the battery; (2) installing an automatically activated sump pump; and (3) repairing leaking equipment. A follow-up inspection within 30 days of the date of issuance will determine the extent of compliance with the Order. Casey Luckett 3-2112

Defendants (1)

• John ParksNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• NW-28-24-08

  NW/4, SEC. 28, T 24N, R 08E, HOMINY, OK, 74035

  Registry ID: 110016765179

Statutes cited

• CWA 301 — NPDES Discharge without a Permit

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• John Parksentered 2004-02-05

  Primary law: CWA

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2004-02-02Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2004-02-05Final Order Issued
• 2009-07-01Enforcement Action Closed