EPA v. R and L Oil Co.

Case summary

R and L Oil Co. CWA-06-2005-1751 OKU000529 VIOLATIONS: The Respondent's tank battery was a point source of discharge of pollutants, specifically oil field brine, to the receiving waters of Brush Creek, located in the Northeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 28 North, Range 13 East, Washington County, Oklahoma. The discharge of brine was documented during a October 26, 2004 inspection. RELIEF: The Order specifies that the Respondent should also take steps to cease all discharges of pollutants, remove an overflow pipe, and to neutralize the brine contaminated areas surrounding the facility by applying soil amendments to neutralize the sodium chloride. Additionally, the Order asks the Respondent to consider: (1) close out a pit; (2) repair or replace equipment that is leaking; (3) construct secondary containment; (4) install a sump pump; (5) install an alarm system; and (6) update the facility�s lease sign. A follow-up inspection will determine the extent of compliance with the Order. Matthew Rudolph 5-6434.

Defendants (1)

• R and L Oil Co.Named in settlement

Facilities (1)

• NE-28-28-13

  NE/4, SEC. 28, T 28N, R 13E, BARTLESVILLE, OK, 74003

  Registry ID: 110015773073

Statutes cited

• CWA 301 — NPDES Discharge without a Permit

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• R and L Oil Co.entered 2004-11-16

  Primary law: CWA

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2004-11-04Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2004-11-16Final Order Issued
• 2005-09-27Enforcement Action Closed