EPA v. MAKAH WWTP - ACO (CWA NPDES)

Case summary

On August 14, 2024, Region 10 signed an Administrative Order on Consent to address CWA violations associated with the Makah Tribal Council's wastewater treatment plant in Neah Bay, Washington. Alleged violations include discharging without a permit since July 1, 2021; inadequate QAP Plan & Emergency Response & Communication Plan; and, chronic failure to meet the 85% removal of BOD. The Respondent agreed to the follow provisions of the expired permit, develop an adequate QAP Plan and Emergency Response & Communication Plan, and investigate, document and address issues related to not meeting the 85% removal of BOD.

Defendants (1)

• MAKAH TRIBAL COUNCILNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• MAKAH TRIBAL COUNSEL - MAKAH WWTP

  2250 CAPE FLATTERY RD, NEAH BAY, WA, 98357

  Registry ID: 110009764665

Statutes cited

• CWA 301/402 — NPDES Permit Violations

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• MAKAH WWTP - ACO (CWA NPDES)entered 2024-08-14

  Primary law: CWA

  Federal penalty: $45,000

Timeline (2 milestones)

• 2024-07-03Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2024-08-14Final Order Issued