EPA v. Libby Asbestos Site
Case summary
Sampling shows that asbestos, a hazardous substance, is preent in soil, raw ore and other soil-like materials at various locations in and around the community of Libby, including the site. Visible unexpanded vermiculite also has been found along Respondent's tracks and rail yard in Libby. The removal action required by this Order is necessary to protect the public health, welfare, or the environment.
Defendants (1)
- Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway CompanyNamed in complaintNamed in settlement
Facilities (1)
LIBBY ASBESTOS SITE
SECTIONS 3, 10, T.30N., R.31W, LIBBY, MT, 59923
Registry ID: 110009295832
Statutes cited
- CERCLA 106A — Imminent & Substantial Endangerment Order
Enforcement conclusions (1)
Libby Asbestos Siteentered 2003-05-06
Primary law: CERCLA
Timeline (3 milestones)
- 2003-05-06Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
- 2003-05-06Final Order Issued
- 2003-05-22Enforcement Action Data Entered
Case metadata
- EPA activity ID
- 96448
- Case number
- 08-2003-0101
- Lead agency
- EPA
- EPA region
- 08
- Voluntary self-disclosure
- No
- Primary statute
- Imminent & Substantial Endangerment Order
Sourced verbatim from EPA ECHO Enforcement Case Report for case 08-2003-0101 . Bulk data: ICIS-FEC download summary.
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