Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
HILMAR CHEESE CO
Quick Summary
- •Released 5,072 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 $477,484 in total penalties since records began.
- Address
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9001 NORTH LANDER AVE
HILMAR, CA 95324
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- MERCED County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 311513
- Inspections
- 7 · last Mar 18, 2026
- Total Penalties
- $477,484 · last Nov 13, 2024
- Registry ID
- 110000495802
How This Compares
#168
of 996 TRI reporters in CA
#5,027
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.
12
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)
+132% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 5,499 | — |
| 2016 | 5,162 | -6% |
| 2017 | 5,072 | -2% |
| 2018 | 3,736 | -26% |
| 2019 | 10 | -100% |
| 2020 | 6,506 | +64960% |
| 2021 | 16,398 | +152% |
| 2022 | 2,344 | -86% |
| 2023 | 19,479 | +731% |
| 2024 | 12,739 | -35% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 540,045 | |
| Chlorine dioxide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 9,621 | 9,621 | — | — | 5,225 | |
| Hydrogen sulfide | 2,108 | 2,108 | — | — | — | |
| Nitric acid | 1,000 | 1,000 | — | — | 263 | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 675,171 | |
| Chlorine dioxide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Hydrogen sulfide | 14,932 | 14,932 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 3,537 | 3,537 | — | — | 4,328 | |
| Nitric acid | 1,000 | 1,000 | — | — | 124 | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 731,161 | |
| Peracetic acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine dioxide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 1,344 | 1,344 | — | — | 5,744 | |
| Nitric acid | 1,000 | 1,000 | — | — | 37 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 721,225 | |
| Ammonia | 15,378 | 15,378 | — | — | 54,216 | |
| Nitric acid | 1,000 | 1,000 | — | — | 39 | |
| Chlorine dioxide | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 493,684 | |
| Ammonia | 5,486 | 5,486 | — | — | 58,541 | |
| Nitric acid | 1,000 | 1,000 | — | — | 52 | |
| Chlorine dioxide | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 523,695 | |
| Ammonia | 2,916 | 2,916 | — | — | 7,875 | |
| Nitric acid | 800 | 800 | — | — | 44 | |
| Chlorine dioxide | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 699,805 | |
| Ammonia | 4,252 | 4,252 | — | — | 9,032 | |
| Nitric acid | 800 | 800 | — | — | 56 | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine dioxide | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 636,800 | |
| Ammonia | 4,342 | 4,342 | — | — | 9,354 | |
| Nitric acid | 800 | 800 | — | — | 50 | |
| Chlorine dioxide | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 631,086 | |
| Ammonia | 4,679 | 4,679 | — | — | 10,351 | |
| Nitric acid | 800 | 800 | — | — | 50 | |
| Peracetic acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine dioxide | 10 | 10 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peracetic acid | — | — | — | 40,133 |
| Hydrogen sulfide | — | 3,148 | 43 | 5,169 |
| Nitric acid | — | 60,630 | — | 2,012,882 |
| Ammonia | — | 2,002 | — | 9,363 |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | 368,996 | — | 1,074,631 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
US ECOLOGY
BEATTY, NV
|
Nitric acid | — | 233 | — | — |
|
LIBERTY COMPOSTING INC
BAKERSFIELD, CA
|
Nitric acid | — | 11 | — | — |
|
HILMAR CHEESE COMPANY
DALHART, TX
|
Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | 3 | — | — |
|
LIBERTY COMPOSTING INC
BAKERSFIELD, CA
|
Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | 58,337 | — | — |
|
LOCAL FARM IRRIGATION
HILMAR, CA
|
Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | 310,656 | — | — |
|
LOCAL FARM IRRIGATION
HILMAR, CA
|
Ammonia | — | 1,928 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | 19 | EAST BAY MUD MAIN WWTP, OAKLAND |
| Ammonia | 3,297 | EAST BAY MUD MAIN WWTP, OAKLAND |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 171,049 | EAST BAY MUD MAIN WWTP, OAKLAND |
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 | HPV | Feb 19, 2024 | Sep 26, 2024 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jan 31, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 21, 2023 | Dec 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | May 9, 2023 | Mar 29, 2024 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Nov 4, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Oct 13, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 15, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 13, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 13, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 2, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Aug 9, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jun 24, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Apr 13, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Apr 13, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Apr 13, 2022 | Aug 22, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jan 26, 2022 | Dec 28, 2022 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Oct 21, 2021 | Mar 23, 2022 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 29, 2021 | May 10, 2022 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Aug 18, 2021 | May 10, 2022 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | May 3, 2021 | Feb 28, 2022 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jan 21, 2021 | Jun 21, 2021 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 12, 2020 | Apr 8, 2021 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jul 6, 2020 | Aug 9, 2021 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jun 25, 2020 | Jun 10, 2021 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jun 18, 2020 | Dec 29, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jun 8, 2020 | Nov 9, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jan 22, 2020 | Jun 22, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jun 26, 2019 | Feb 27, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Feb 20, 2019 | Dec 30, 2019 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Sep 17, 2018 | Jan 11, 2019 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Mar 12, 2018 | Oct 17, 2018 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Feb 27, 2018 | Oct 17, 2018 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Feb 14, 2018 | Oct 17, 2018 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Dec 28, 2017 | Oct 17, 2018 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | May 4, 2017 | Dec 13, 2017 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | May 4, 2017 | Dec 13, 2017 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Apr 21, 2017 | Oct 17, 2018 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Dec 22, 2016 | Sep 18, 2017 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jul 21, 2016 | Oct 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jul 15, 2016 | Oct 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | May 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2016 | 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.
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604200501 · Nov 13, 2024
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604167606 · Nov 13, 2024
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604127182 · Sep 9, 2024
$20,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604097212 · Sep 9, 2024
$20,000
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604041068 · May 6, 2024
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604160371 · Apr 16, 2024
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603908300 · Mar 12, 2024
$7,500
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603945293 · Mar 12, 2024
$7,500
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603810465 · Dec 13, 2023
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603830345 · Dec 13, 2023
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603814852 · Dec 13, 2023
$5,000
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603792962 · Sep 26, 2023
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603885326 · Sep 13, 2023
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603583859 · Apr 26, 2023
$30,321
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603697188 · Apr 26, 2023
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603697185 · Apr 26, 2023
$30,321
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603590454 · Apr 26, 2023
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603583852 · Apr 13, 2023
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603697193 · Apr 13, 2023
$5,000
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603577010 · Apr 12, 2023
$10,000
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