Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
CMC STEEL SC
Quick Summary
- •Released 10,258 lbs of toxic chemicals to the environment in the most recent TRI reporting year.
- •Currently out of compliance in at least one environmental program (CAA, CWA, or RCRA).
- •Assessed $48,900 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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310 NEW STATE RD
CAYCE, SC 29033
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- LEXINGTON County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 331110
- Inspections
- 7 · last Sep 4, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $48,900 · last Mar 25, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110000351887
How This Compares
#142
of 540 TRI reporters in SC
#3,946
of 16,877 TRI reporters in Manufacturing
Ranked by most recent year's total TRI releases.
Compliance Status (Last 12 Quarters)
Number of calendar quarters, out of the last 12, in which this facility was in violation of its permit. Zero means no recorded violations in that program over the past three years.
7
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
0
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
0
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
TRI Toxic Chemical Releases
Annual pounds of each toxic chemical released to air, water, and land, as reported to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Carcinogen (♦) and PFAS designations are per EPA and IARC classifications.
Emissions Trend (2015–2024)
+45% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6,584 | — |
| 2016 | 6,996 | +6% |
| 2017 | 10,257 | +47% |
| 2018 | 9,852 | -4% |
| 2019 | 9,528 | -3% |
| 2020 | 9,146 | -4% |
| 2021 | 7,634 | -17% |
| 2022 | 9,657 | +27% |
| 2023 | 10,314 | +7% |
| 2024 | 9,544 | -7% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 9,139 | 9,122 | 17 | — | 4,454,787 | |
| Mercury compounds | 225 | 225 | — | — | 18 | |
| Copper compounds | 149 | 149 | — | — | 57,895 | |
| Manganese compounds | 19 | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Nickel compounds | 6 | 6 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 6 | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Dioxin and dioxin-like compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 8,003 | 7,924 | 79 | — | 4,703,489 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,238 | 1,238 | — | — | 560,594 | |
| Lead compounds | 376 | 376 | — | — | 271,733 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 272 | 272 | — | — | 122,278 | |
| Mercury compounds | 254 | 254 | — | — | 20 | |
| Copper compounds | 149 | 149 | — | — | 67,281 | |
| Nickel compounds | 21 | 21 | — | — | 6,973 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Dioxin and dioxin-like compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 7,687 | 7,624 | 63 | — | 4,701,657 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,191 | 1,191 | — | — | 540,592 | |
| Lead compounds | 362 | 362 | — | — | 264,149 | |
| Mercury compounds | 245 | 245 | — | — | 20 | |
| Copper compounds | 143 | 143 | — | — | 64,270 | |
| Nickel compounds | 21 | 21 | — | — | 6,883 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Dioxin and dioxin-like compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 7,024 | 6,865 | 159 | — | 4,602,991 | |
| Manganese compounds | 250 | 250 | — | — | — | |
| Mercury compounds | 220 | 220 | — | — | 29 | |
| Copper compounds | 129 | 129 | — | — | 57,737 | |
| Nickel compounds | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Dioxin and dioxin-like compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 7,083 | 7,072 | 11 | — | 4,484,350 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,105 | 1,105 | — | — | 434,927 | |
| Lead compounds | 336 | 336 | — | — | 198,730 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 243 | 243 | — | — | 84,206 | |
| Mercury compounds | 227 | 227 | — | — | 30 | |
| Copper compounds | 132 | 132 | — | — | 56,410 | |
| Nickel compounds | 19 | 19 | — | — | 6,980 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Dioxin and dioxin-like compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 9,328 | 9,281 | 47 | — | 4,306,243 | |
| Copper compounds | 174 | 174 | — | — | 54,586 | |
| Manganese compounds | 18 | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Nickel compounds | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 9,387 | 9,387 | — | — | 4,640,525 | |
| Mercury compounds | 263 | 263 | — | — | 3 | |
| Copper compounds | 153 | 153 | — | — | 77,562 | |
| Manganese compounds | 34 | 34 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Nickel compounds | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Dioxin and dioxin-like compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 9,495 | 9,495 | 0 | — | 4,733,569 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 283 | 283 | — | — | 156,833 | |
| Mercury compounds | 258 | 258 | — | — | 29 | |
| Copper compounds | 156 | 156 | — | — | 77,991 | |
| Manganese compounds | 31 | 31 | — | — | — | |
| Nickel compounds | 20 | 20 | — | — | 8,632 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nickel | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 5,863 | 5,863 | 0 | — | 5,161,830 | |
| Lead compounds | 450 | 450 | — | — | 249,724 | |
| Mercury compounds | 262 | 262 | — | — | 26 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 233 | 233 | — | — | 125,263 | |
| Copper compounds | 141 | 141 | — | — | 73,304 | |
| Manganese compounds | 33 | 33 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Nickel | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Zinc compounds | 6,323 | 5,863 | 460 | — | 4,752,829 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 134 | 134 | — | — | 113,400 | |
| Copper compounds | 94 | 94 | — | — | 71,107 | |
| Manganese compounds | 21 | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium | 6 | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Nickel | 6 | 6 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
Waste Management & Recycling
How this facility manages toxic chemicals beyond direct releases — through recycling, energy recovery, and on-site or off-site treatment. Data from the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Released | Recycled | Energy Recovery | Treated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manganese compounds | — | 441,995 | — | — |
| Mercury compounds | — | 16 | — | — |
| Copper compounds | — | 50,290 | — | — |
| Zinc compounds | — | 4,411,547 | — | — |
Off-Site Transfer Destinations
Facilities to which toxic chemicals were transferred for disposal, recycling, energy recovery, or treatment during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Destination | Chemical | Disposal | Recycling | Energy Rec. | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
BEFESA
SNELLING, SC
|
Lead compounds | — | 224,788 | — | — |
|
CHEMICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.
EMELLE, AL
|
Lead compounds | 36,956 | — | — | — |
|
NORTHEAST LANDFILL LLC
EASTOVER, SC
|
Lead compounds | 1 | — | — | — |
|
BEFESA
SNELLING, SC
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 84,944 | — | — |
|
CHEMICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.
EMELLE, AL
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 7,988 | — | — | — |
|
NORTHEAST LANDFILL LLC
EASTOVER, SC
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1 | — | — | — |
|
BEFESA
SNELLING, SC
|
Nickel compounds | — | 5,858 | — | — |
|
CHEMICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.
EMELLE, AL
|
Nickel compounds | 210 | — | — | — |
|
NORTHEAST LANDFILL LLC
EASTOVER, SC
|
Nickel compounds | 1 | — | — | — |
|
BEFESA
SNELLING, SC
|
Copper compounds | — | 50,290 | — | — |
|
CHEMICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.
EMELLE, AL
|
Copper compounds | 7,590 | — | — | — |
|
NORTHEAST LANDFILL LLC
EASTOVER, SC
|
Copper compounds | 1 | — | — | — |
|
BEFESA
SNELLING, SC
|
Zinc compounds | — | 4,411,547 | — | — |
|
NORTHEAST LANDFILL LLC
EASTOVER, SC
|
Zinc compounds | 17 | — | — | — |
|
CHEMICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.
EMELLE, AL
|
Zinc compounds | 43,211 | — | — | — |
|
BEFESA
SNELLING, SC
|
Mercury compounds | — | 16 | — | — |
|
CHEMICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.
EMELLE, AL
|
Mercury compounds | 2 | — | — | — |
|
BEFESA
SNELLING, SC
|
Manganese compounds | — | 441,995 | — | — |
|
CHEMICAL WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.
EMELLE, AL
|
Manganese compounds | 52,308 | — | — | — |
|
NORTHEAST LANDFILL LLC
EASTOVER, SC
|
Manganese compounds | 9 | — | — | — |
Transfers to Publicly-Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
Toxic chemicals transferred to municipal wastewater treatment plants during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Transferred (lbs) | POTW |
|---|---|---|
| Copper compounds | 14 | STANLEY L. GOODWIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT, WEST COLUMBIA |
| Lead compounds | 1 | STANLEY L. GOODWIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT, WEST COLUMBIA |
| Nickel compounds | 5 | STANLEY L. GOODWIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT, WEST COLUMBIA |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | STANLEY L. GOODWIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT, WEST COLUMBIA |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1 | STANLEY L. GOODWIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT, WEST COLUMBIA |
| Zinc compounds | 13 | STANLEY L. GOODWIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT, WEST COLUMBIA |
Compliance Violations
Individual permit violations recorded by the EPA across air, water, and hazardous waste programs. Open violations are unresolved as of the most recent ECHO data update.
| Program | Type | Violation Date | Return to Compliance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| caa | FRV | Aug 19, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | HPV | May 15, 2024 | Apr 9, 2025 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Apr 3, 2024 | Apr 9, 2025 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Aug 11, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Mar 13, 2023 | Mar 13, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 13, 2023 | Mar 13, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Mar 6, 2019 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Mar 12, 2014 | Mar 13, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Mar 12, 2014 | Apr 25, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 12, 2014 | Mar 13, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Mar 12, 2014 | Mar 13, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Nov 30, 2011 | Aug 9, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 21, 2010 | Apr 18, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jul 21, 2010 | Jul 26, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 27, 2006 | Jul 28, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 2, 2002 | May 2, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jul 11, 1997 | Aug 15, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 8, 1994 | Jul 8, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Ground-Water Monitoring | Feb 22, 1994 | May 18, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 2, 1993 | Aug 24, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 7, 1992 | Jul 21, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | May 22, 1991 | Aug 6, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | May 22, 1991 | Aug 6, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Aug 6, 1986 | Sep 19, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Violation of a formal enforcement agreement or order. (3008(a) or 3013) | Mar 20, 1985 | Nov 2, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | May 8, 1984 | Jun 27, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Ground-Water Monitoring | Jan 1, 1983 | Nov 2, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Special Provisions for Cleanup | Jan 1, 1983 | Nov 2, 1987 | Resolved |
Enforcement Actions
Formal enforcement cases brought by the EPA or state agencies, including administrative orders and civil penalties assessed. Penalty amounts reflect what was formally assessed, not necessarily what was collected.
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604560967 · Sep 18, 2025
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604337603 · Mar 25, 2025
$48,900
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604054156 · Aug 1, 2024
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603780457 · Oct 30, 2023
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601768898 · Mar 6, 2019
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-SCD003353760-001 · Dec 5, 2011
Administrative - Formal
· Case 04-2006-1772 · Feb 8, 2006
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-SCD003353760-000 · Aug 5, 1987
$75,000
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-SCD003353760-002 · Aug 5, 1987
$75,000
INITIAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-SCD003353760-003 · Dec 10, 1985
$75,000
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