AMERICAN FUEL CELL
Quick Summary
- •Released 9,187 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 $0 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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601 FIRESTONE DRIVE
MAGNOLIA, AR 71753
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- COLUMBIA County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 326299
- Inspections
- 6 · last Jan 7, 2026
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Jun 27, 2017
- Registry ID
- 110070827798
How This Compares
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.
Qtrs Non-Compliant
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.
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 5,904 | — |
| 2016 | 8,661 | +47% |
| 2017 | 9,187 | +6% |
| 2018 | 496 | -95% |
| 2019 | 9,871 | +1890% |
| 2020 | 20,702 | +110% |
| 2021 | 40,293 | +95% |
| 2022 | 6,506 | -84% |
| 2023 | 5,114 | -21% |
| 2024 | 24,300 | +375% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 14,928 | 14,928 | — | — | 9,374 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 9,372 | 9,372 | — | — | 5,885 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 5,114 | 5,114 | — | — | 11,106 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 6,506 | 6,506 | — | — | 8,281 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 21,950 | 21,950 | — | — | 11,102 | |
| Tetrachloroethylene | 10,866 | 10,866 | — | — | 5,496 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 7,477 | 7,477 | — | — | 3,782 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 13,468 | 13,468 | — | — | 10,290 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 7,234 | 7,234 | — | — | 5,527 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 9,871 | 9,871 | — | — | 11,700 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 496 | 496 | — | — | 9,638 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 9,187 | 9,187 | — | — | 6,752 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 4,779 | 4,779 | — | — | 7,786 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 3,882 | 3,882 | — | — | 6,325 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 5,904 | 5,904 | — | — | 5,235 | ♦ Carcinogen |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | — | 5,885 | — | — |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | 9,374 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
RINECO CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LLC
BENTON, AR
|
Toluene | — | 5,885 | — | — |
|
RINECO CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LLC
BENTON, AR
|
Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | 9,374 | — | — |
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 | — | — | — | Open |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Mar 27, 2023 | Jun 6, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 27, 2023 | Apr 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Large Quantity Handlers | Mar 27, 2023 | Apr 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Mar 27, 2023 | Jun 6, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Sep 21, 2017 | Jan 31, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 21, 2017 | Nov 3, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Sep 21, 2017 | Dec 5, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Sep 21, 2017 | Jan 31, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Sep 21, 2017 | Jan 31, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Sep 21, 2017 | Nov 3, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 21, 2017 | Jan 31, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Nov 19, 2016 | Feb 4, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Oct 23, 2012 | Jul 24, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 23, 2012 | Nov 23, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 23, 2012 | Jul 24, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 23, 2012 | Nov 23, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Oct 23, 2012 | Jul 24, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Oct 23, 2012 | Nov 23, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Oct 23, 2012 | Jul 24, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Oct 23, 2012 | Jul 24, 2013 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Jul 1, 2011 | — | Open |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jul 14, 2008 | Oct 29, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jul 14, 2008 | Oct 6, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 14, 2008 | Oct 6, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 14, 2008 | Oct 6, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 2, 2001 | Mar 23, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 2, 2001 | Mar 23, 2001 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Apr 10, 1999 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Apr 10, 1999 | — | Open |
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Improper/ Incorrect Reporting | Oct 20, 1998 | — | Open |
| cwa | Monitoring Violations - No Flow Measurement Device | Oct 20, 1998 | — | Open |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Discharge Without a Valid Permit | Oct 20, 1998 | — | Open |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Violation Specified in Comment | Oct 20, 1998 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 8, 1993 | Jan 19, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 8, 1993 | Jan 19, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jul 8, 1993 | Jan 19, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 30, 1990 | Aug 8, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 21, 1986 | Oct 13, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 10, 1985 | Aug 29, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jan 2, 1985 | Jan 22, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 5, 1984 | Mar 26, 1984 | Resolved |
Discharge Limit Exceedances
Instances where this facility's reported discharge monitoring results exceeded its permitted limits under the Clean Water Act. Exceedance percentage shows how far over the permit limit the discharge was.
| Pollutant | Violation | Reported | Limit | Exceedance | Period | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 90.54 deg F | 86.00 | +5% | Jul 2022 | Open |
| Lead, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.00 kg/d | 0.00 | +300% | Sep 2021 | Open |
| Lead, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.00 kg/d | 0.00 | +194% | Sep 2021 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 90.31 deg F | 86.00 | +5% | Sep 2021 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 96.60 deg F | 86.00 | +12% | Aug 2021 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 89.10 deg F | 86.00 | +4% | Jul 2021 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 93.00 deg F | 86.00 | +8% | Jul 2021 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 91.39 deg F | 86.00 | +6% | Jun 2021 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 88.15 deg F | 86.00 | +3% | Oct 2020 | Open |
| Lead, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.00 kg/d | 0.00 | +64% | Sep 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 91.90 deg F | 86.00 | +7% | Sep 2020 | Open |
| Lead, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.01 kg/d | 0.00 | +594% | Sep 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 87.90 deg F | 86.00 | +2% | Sep 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 92.40 deg F | 86.00 | +7% | Aug 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 97.00 deg F | 86.00 | +13% | Aug 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 91.50 deg F | 86.00 | +6% | Jul 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 92.25 deg F | 86.00 | +7% | Jul 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 95.73 deg F | 86.00 | +11% | Jun 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 90.25 deg F | 86.00 | +5% | Jun 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 87.40 deg F | 86.00 | +2% | May 2020 | Open |
| Oil & Grease | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 16.00 mg/L | 15.00 | +7% | Jan 2020 | Open |
| Oil & Grease | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 16.00 mg/L | 10.00 | +60% | Jan 2020 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 88.72 deg F | 86.00 | +3% | Oct 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 89.10 deg F | 86.00 | +4% | Oct 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 92.50 deg F | 86.00 | +8% | Sep 2019 | Open |
| Oil & Grease | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 11.70 mg/L | 10.00 | +17% | Sep 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 94.80 deg F | 86.00 | +10% | Sep 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 97.00 deg F | 86.00 | +13% | Aug 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 93.60 deg F | 86.00 | +9% | Aug 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 86.90 deg F | 86.00 | +1% | Jul 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 88.80 deg F | 86.00 | +3% | Jul 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 98.26 deg F | 86.00 | +14% | Jun 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 93.30 deg F | 86.00 | +8% | May 2019 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 89.30 deg F | 86.00 | +4% | Apr 2019 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 42.00 mg/L | 35.00 | +20% | Oct 2018 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 71.50 mg/L | 53.00 | +35% | Oct 2017 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 71.50 mg/L | 35.00 | +104% | Oct 2017 | Resolved |
| Lead, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.01 kg/d | 0.00 | +693% | Sep 2017 | Open |
| Lead, total recoverable | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.00 kg/d | 0.00 | +394% | Sep 2017 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 88.70 deg F | 86.00 | +3% | Sep 2017 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 86.70 deg F | 86.00 | +1% | Aug 2017 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 114.00 mg/L | 35.00 | +226% | May 2017 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 114.00 mg/L | 53.00 | +115% | May 2017 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 89.10 deg F | 86.00 | +4% | Sep 2016 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Overdue | 89.10 deg F | 86.00 | +4% | Sep 2016 | Resolved |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 88.52 deg F | 86.00 | +3% | Jul 2016 | Open |
| Temperature, water deg. fahrenheit | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 91.00 deg F | 86.00 | +6% | Jun 2016 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Overdue | 70.00 mg/L | 35.00 | +100% | Feb 2016 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Overdue | 70.00 mg/L | 53.00 | +32% | Feb 2016 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 70.00 mg/L | 53.00 | +32% | Feb 2016 | Open |
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.