EPA v. RMBC Oil Corp.

Case summary

VIOLATIONS: The Respondent's tank battery was a point source of discharge of pollutants, specifically oil field brine, to the receiving waters of a tributary to Oolagah Lake, located in the Northeast Quarter of Section 17, Township 25 North, Range 17 East, Nowata County, Oklahoma. The discharge of brine was documented during a May 19, 2004, inspection. RELIEF: The Order specifies that the Respondent should immediately cease the discharge of pollutants from the facility. The Order also requires the Respondent to remove the saltwater storage pit at the tank battery. Additionally, the Order recommends the Respondent: (1) install an automatically activated sump pump; and (2) repair a leaking well head. A follow-up inspection scheduled 45 days after the effective date of the Order will determine the extent of compliance with the Order. Technical Contact: Casey Luckett Snyder 281-983-2112

Defendants (1)

• RMBC Oil Corp.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• NE-17-25-17

  NE/4, SEC. 17, T 25N, R 17E, NOWATA, OK, 74048

  Registry ID: 110018927214

Statutes cited

• CWA 301 — NPDES Discharge without a Permit

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• RMBC Oil Corp.entered 2004-07-29

  Primary law: CWA

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2004-06-28Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2004-07-29Final Order Issued
• 2009-07-01Enforcement Action Closed