EPA v. Aries Operating, (Bracken Well No. 13)

Case summary

Summary of Findings: Inspections and tests required by 40 CFR Part 112 are not in accordance with written procedures developed for the facility. No training on the operation and maintenance of equipment to prevent discharges. Prior to drainage of diked areas, rainwater is not inspected, vlaves opened and resealed under responsible supervision and records kept of such events. Visual inspections of containers, foundation and support are not conducted periodically for deterioration and maintenance needs. Above ground valves and ipelines are not examined periodically ona scheduled basis for general condition (includes items, such as: flange joints, vlave glands 2nd dodies, drip pans, pipeline supports, bleeder and guage valves, polish rods/stuffing box.

Defendants (1)

• Aries OperatingNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• ARIES OPERATING (BRACKEN WELL NO. 13)

  1221 MCKINNEY, SUITE 3100, HOUSTON, TX, 77010

  Registry ID: 110022863310

Statutes cited

• CWA 311J — SPCC and/or Federal Response Plan Violations

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Aries Operating, (Bracken Well No. 13)entered 2005-07-27

  Primary law: CWA

  Federal penalty: $1,000

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2005-06-29Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2005-07-27Final Order Issued
• 2005-07-27Enforcement Action Closed
• 2005-07-27Complaint Filed/Proposed Order