Respondent produces processes, handles, or stores, among other things, propane, hydrogen. isopentane, pentane, isobutane, and methane, which are all listed at 40 CFR Part 68 as extremely hazardous flammable chemicals. On August 3, 2014, there was a release of flammable substances from piping at the facility and a fire ensued. There were no injuries or fatalities; however, there was significant property damage to the facility’s infrastructure. Respondent’s investigation revealed that the fire resulted from a hole in process pipping at the facility allowing the release of flammable substances, which subsequently came in contact with an ignition source. The hole resulted from internal corrosion. Respondent failed to design and maintain a safe facility and did not take such necessary steps to prevent accidental releases by allowing internal corrosion on process piping that led to the release and subsequent fire. Respondent’s failure constitutes a violation of the general duty clause in section 112(r)(1) of the CAA. Respondent is therefore subject to the assessment of penalties pursuant to sections 113(a)(3) and 113(d)(1)(B) of the CAA for violation of the general duty clause of section 112(r)(1) of the CAA. EPA and Respondent agree that an appropriate penalty to settle this matter is thirty thousand dollars ($30,000). CLICK HERE for the CAFO