EPA v. WT Waggoner Estate

Case summary

WT Waggoner Estate CWA-06-2006-1855 TXU010790 VIOLATIONS: The Respondent's oil field facility was a point source discharge of pollutants, specifically produced water, to the receiving waters of a tributary of Long Creek, located in Wilbarger County, Texas. A November 3, 2005, EPA inspection documented the discharge of produced water from the facility�s tank battery to the tributary. RELIEF: The Order specifies that the Respondent should also take steps to cease all discharges of pollutants and to take the necessary steps to prevent future discharges. Additionally, the Order asks the Respondent to consider installing an automatically activated sump pump. A follow-up inspection will determine the extent of compliance with the Order. Technical Contact: Matt Rudolph 5-6434.

Defendants (1)

• WT Waggoner EstateNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• WT WAGGONER ESTATE - FEE ACC

  0.5 MILES WEST OF RANCH RD 2326 ON BOOSTER RD, HARROLD, TX, 76364

  Registry ID: 110024539640

Statutes cited

• CWA 301 — NPDES Discharge without a Permit

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• WT Waggoner Estateentered 2006-01-17

  Primary law: CWA

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2005-12-14Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2006-01-17Final Order Issued
• 2007-03-07Enforcement Action Closed