To: Largura, Inc.
9608 Randolph Street
Crown Point, Indiana 6307
Pursuant to IC 13-30-2-1 (1), a person may not discharge,
emit, cause, allow, or threaten
to discharge, emit, cause, or allow any contaminant or waste, including any noxious odor, either
alone or in combination with contaminants from other sources, into the environment; or into any
publicly-owned treatment works; in any form that causes or would cause pollution that violates or
would violate rules, standards, or discharge or emission requirements adopted by the appropriate
board under the environmental management laws.
This violation is based on the fact that on July
20, 1999, a septic tank vehicle owned by Largura Inc. dumped wastewater and a petroleum-
based product into a manhole which is owned by Twin Lakes Utilities, in violation of 327 IAC 7-
2-5 (3), 327 IAC 7-3-3 (a), 327 IAC 7-4-5 (2), 327 IAC 7-4-5 (3)(D), 327 IAC 7-5-1 (a), and 327
IAC 7-5-2.
Pursuant to 327 IAC 7-2-5 (3), all wastewater management permits shall be issued
subject to the following conditions and such additional conditions as shall be stated on the
permit: The permittee shall abide by this article (327 IAC 7) and any operations plan approved
by the commissioner pursuant to 327 IAC 7-6-12. This violation is based on the fact that on July
20, 1999, a septic tank vehicle owned by Largura Inc. dumped wastewater and a petroleum-
based product into a manhole owned by Twin Lakes Utilities.
Pursuant to 327 IAC 7-3-3 (a), no health hazards, environmental degradation, or nuisance shall be created or maintained by the permit holder. Pumping, dumping or allowing the leakage or drainage of wastewater onto unauthorized premises, public thoroughfares, or into the waters of the state is prohibited. This violation is based on the fact that on July 20, 1999, a septic tank vehicle owned by Largura Inc. dumped wastewater and a petroleum- based product into a
manhole owned by Twin Lakes Utilities.
Pursuant to 327 IAC 7_4-5 (2), all wastewater management vehicle licenses shall be
issued subject to the following conditions and such additional conditions as shall be stated on the
license: The vehicle shall be used only for those services authorized by the license and in
compliance with any applicable restrictions or conditions stated on the license. This violation is
based on the fact that on July 20, 1999, a septic tank vehicle owned by Largura Inc. dumped
wastewater and a petroleum- based product into a manhole which is owned by Twin Lakes
Utilities.
Pursuant to 327 IAC 7-4-5 (3) (D), all wastewater management vehicle licenses shall be
issued subject to the following conditions and such additional conditions as shall be stated on the
license: The vehicle shall not be used for the transport of petroleum based products. This
violation is based on the fact that on July 20, 1999, a septic tank vehicle owned by Largura Inc.
dumped wastewater and a petroleum- based product into a manhole owned by Twin Lakes
Utilities.
Pursuant to 327 IAC 7-5-1 (a), all wastewater shall be disposed in compliance with this
rule (327 IAC 7-5). This violation is based on the fact that on July 20, 1999, a septic tank
vehicle owned by Largura Inc. dumped wastewater and a petroleum- based product into a
manhole owned by Twin Lakes Utilities.
Pursuant to 327 IAC 7-5-2, disposal may be by discharge into a public or municipal
sewage collections system or sewage treatment facility which possesses a valid NPDES permit
issued by the commissioner pursuant to 327 IAC 5, in accord with the following:
(1) The discharge point, method of discharge, and wastewater quality shall be in
accordance with the requirements of the municipality or other entity accepting the
wastewater.
(2) Wastewater shall not be disposed of through a municipal or public sewage
treatment facility or sewerage system without prior written permission of the
responsible local official.
This violation is based on the fact that on July 20, 1999, a septic tank vehicle owned by Largura
Inc. dumped wastewater and a petroleum- based product into a manhole owned by Twin Lakes
Utilities without prior approval.
In accordance with IC 13-30-3-3, the Commissioner is required to notify an alleged violator in writing that a violation may exist and offer an opportunity to enter into an Agreed
Order providing for the actions required to correct the violations and for the payment of a civil
penalty. The Commissioner is not required to extend this offer for more than sixty (60) days.
Entering into an Agreed Order will prevent the issuance of a Notice and Order of the
Commissioner under IC 13-30-3-4, or the filing of a civil court action under IC 13-14-2-6.
IDEM encourages settlement by Agreed Order, thereby saving time and resources. Timely
settlement by Agreed Order may result in a reduced civil penalty. Settlement discussions will
also allow the opportunity to present any mitigating factors that may be relevant to the violations.
In addition, as provided in IC 13-30-3-3, an alleged violator may enter into an Agreed Order
without admitting that the violation occurred.
If settlement is not reached within sixty (60) days of receipt of this Notice of Violation,
the Commissioner may issue a Notice and Order containing the actions that must be taken to
achieve compliance, the required time frames, and an appropriate civil penalty. Pursuant to IC
13-30-4-1, the Commissioner may assess penalties of up to $25,000 per day for each violation.
To discuss this matter further, please contact Brett E. DeBusk at 317-232-8410 within
fifteen (15) days after receipt of this Notice to request a conference. If settlement is reached, an
Agreed Order will be prepared and sent for review and signature.
For the Commissioner:
Date: _______________ Signed on October 28, 1999
Felicia A. Robinson
Assistant Commissioner
Office of Enforcement
cc: Jim Fillipini, US EPA Region 5
Lake County Health Department
Twin Lakes Utilities
Public File
Enforcement File
http://www.state.in.us/idem
Converted by Andrew Scriven