09-2012-2512Administrative - FormalFinal Order IssuedFY 2012· Region 09
EPA v. Rio Algom Mining AO for Removal at Quivira Mine Site
Case summary
This unilateral administrative order requires Rio Algom Mining LLC to perform a removal action at the Northeast Churchrock Quivira Mine Site on the Navajo Nation.
Defendants (1)
- Rio Algom Mining LLCNamed in complaintNamed in settlement
Facilities (1)
TRONOX NE CHURCHROCK QUIVIRA MINES
SECTION 36, T 17 N, R 16 W, CHURCH ROCK, NM, 87311
Registry ID: 110039020387
Statutes cited
- CERCLA 106A — Imminent & Substantial Endangerment Order
Enforcement conclusions (1)
Rio Algom Mining AO for Removal at Quivira Mine Siteentered 2012-08-08
Primary law: CERCLA
Timeline (2 milestones)
- 2012-08-08Final Order Issued
- 2012-09-05Enforcement Action Data Entered
Case metadata
- EPA activity ID
- 3000055533
- Case number
- 09-2012-2512
- Lead agency
- EPA
- EPA region
- 09
- Voluntary self-disclosure
- No
- Primary statute
- Imminent & Substantial Endangerment Order
Sourced verbatim from EPA ECHO Enforcement Case Report for case 09-2012-2512 . Bulk data: ICIS-FEC download summary.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.