EPA v. GILBERT ORCHARDS UNION GAP FACILITY CRID 801 - ESA (CAA)

Case summary

On July 30, 2026 Region 10 filed an expedited settlement agreement which both initiated and concluded an administrative action Gilbert Orchards, Inc. for violations of CAA ? 112(r) risk management program requirements. The Region alleged that Gilbert Orchards, Inc., located in Union Gap, Washington failed to update their risk management plan at least every five years required in 40 CFR Part 68. Updated plans provide important information to emergency responders and planners that include accurate chemical quantities, emergency contacts and demonstrate operation and maintenance of the facility. Under the terms of the agreement, the company paid a penalty of $800.

Defendants (1)

• GILBERT ORCHARDS INCNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• COLUMBIA VALLEY FRUIT UNION GAP

  1720 WEST AHTANUM ROAD, UNION GAP, WA, 98903

  Registry ID: 110015520943

Statutes cited

• CAA 112[R][7] — Prevention of Accidental Release/Risk Management Plans (RMPs)

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• GILBERT ORCHARDS UNION GAP FACILITY CRID 801 - ESA (CAA)entered 2026-07-30

  Primary law: CAA

Timeline (2 milestones)

• 2026-04-20Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2026-07-30Final Order Issued