EPA v. GWA Force Main AO

Case summary

EPA issued an Administrative Order to GWA to address a force main break that resulted in a sewage leak and spill. The Order requires GWA to fix the force main, limit public access, and monitor a drinking water well. The Order also requires reports on its spill response and reporting procedures. Superseded by US vs GWA Consent Decree Civil Action No 24-00004 filed 1/31/2024

Defendants (1)

• Guam Waterworks AuthorityNamed in settlement

Facilities (2)

• NORTHERN DISTRICT STP

  ROUTE 34, HARMON ANNEX, DEDEDO, GU, 96912

  Registry ID: 110009723246

• NORTHERN DISTRICT WWTF

  NORTHERN DISTRICT STP, DEDEDO, GU, 96912

  Registry ID: 110009723246

Statutes cited

• CWA 301/402 — NPDES Permit Violations

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• GWA Force Main AOentered 2010-09-30

  Primary law: CWA

Timeline (3 milestones)

• 2010-09-30Final Order Issued
• 2010-10-01Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2024-01-31NPDES Closed