Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
ARCELORMITTAL LAPLACE STEEL MILL
Quick Summary
- •Released 17,739 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 $4,500 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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138 HWY 3217
LAPLACE, LA 70068
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- ST JOHN THE BAPTIST County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 331110
- Inspections
- 2 · last Jun 13, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $4,500 · last May 30, 2024
- Registry ID
- 110041192410
How This Compares
#155
of 419 TRI reporters in LA
#3,020
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.
0
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
4
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 (2015–2018)
-4% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 22,020 | — |
| 2016 | 19,600 | -11% |
| 2017 | 17,739 | -9% |
| 2018 | 21,139 | +19% |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 17,248 | 17,248 | — | — | 5,299,246 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,712 | 1,712 | — | — | 533,446 | |
| Lead compounds | 1,568 | 1,568 | — | — | 329,826 | |
| Copper compounds | 202 | 202 | — | — | 153,914 | |
| Nickel compounds | 179 | 179 | — | — | 27,452 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 179 | 179 | — | — | 53,615 | |
| Mercury compounds | 51 | 51 | — | — | 98 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 14,472 | 14,472 | — | — | 4,648,883 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,435 | 1,435 | — | — | 423,222 | |
| Lead compounds | 1,316 | 1,316 | — | — | 305,951 | |
| Copper compounds | 170 | 170 | — | — | 144,217 | |
| Nickel compounds | 150 | 150 | — | — | 26,068 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 149 | 149 | — | — | 44,635 | |
| Mercury compounds | 47 | 47 | — | — | 96 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 15,995 | 15,995 | — | — | 3,790,073 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,591 | 1,591 | — | — | 375,504 | |
| Lead compounds | 1,455 | 1,455 | — | — | 254,965 | |
| Copper compounds | 186 | 186 | — | — | 122,304 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 165 | 165 | — | — | 39,065 | |
| Nickel compounds | 165 | 165 | — | — | 22,032 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 43 | 43 | — | — | 80 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 17,973 | 17,973 | — | — | 3,787,625 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,788 | 1,788 | — | — | 392,627 | |
| Lead compounds | 1,635 | 1,635 | — | — | 247,170 | |
| Copper compounds | 207 | 207 | — | — | 113,724 | |
| Nickel compounds | 185 | 185 | — | — | 20,290 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 185 | 185 | — | — | 39,503 | |
| Mercury compounds | 47 | 47 | — | — | 72 |
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 | — | 406,664 | — | — |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 32,374 | — | — |
| Nickel compounds | — | 3,556 | — | — |
| Lead compounds | — | 127,373 | — | — |
| Zinc compounds | — | 2,969,378 | — | — |
| Copper compounds | — | 27,796 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
STEEL DUST RECYCLING LLC
MILLPORT, AL
|
Zinc compounds | — | 2,361,940 | — | — |
|
RIVERBIRCH LANDFILL
AVONDALE, LA
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 20,850 | — | — | — |
|
STEEL DUST RECYCLING LLC
MILLPORT, AL
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 23,785 | — | — |
|
RIVERBIRCH LANDFILL
AVONDALE, LA
|
Copper compounds | 123,795 | — | — | — |
|
STEEL DUST RECYCLING LLC
MILLPORT, AL
|
Copper compounds | — | 20,422 | — | — |
|
RIVERBIRCH LANDFILL
AVONDALE, LA
|
Lead compounds | 198,723 | — | — | — |
|
STEEL DUST RECYCLING LLC
MILLPORT, AL
|
Lead compounds | — | 107,228 | — | — |
|
RIVERBIRCH LANDFILL
AVONDALE, LA
|
Manganese compounds | 124,446 | — | — | — |
|
STEEL DUST RECYCLING LLC
MILLPORT, AL
|
Manganese compounds | — | 298,776 | — | — |
|
RIVERBIRCH LANDFILL
AVONDALE, LA
|
Nickel compounds | 23,456 | — | — | — |
|
STEEL DUST RECYCLING LLC
MILLPORT, AL
|
Nickel compounds | — | 2,612 | — | — |
|
RIVERBIRCH LANDFILL
AVONDALE, LA
|
Mercury compounds | 96 | — | — | — |
|
RIVERBIRCH LANDFILL
AVONDALE, LA
|
Zinc compounds | 2,286,943 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 19, 2020 | Feb 1, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jun 19, 2020 | Feb 1, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 19, 2020 | Feb 1, 2021 | Resolved |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Violation Specified in Comment | Jan 31, 2020 | May 30, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Sep 10, 2015 | Feb 17, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 10, 2015 | Sep 10, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Large Quantity Handlers | Sep 10, 2015 | Jan 27, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 3, 2000 | Feb 25, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Dec 6, 1995 | Apr 15, 1996 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 11, 1995 | Nov 2, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 10, 1994 | Jan 29, 1996 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for the Management of Specific HW and Specific Types of HW Management Facilities: Hazardous Waste Burned in Boilers and Industrial Furnaces | Jun 27, 1994 | Oct 11, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 27, 1994 | Oct 11, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 27, 1994 | Oct 11, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Oct 3, 1989 | Jun 18, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Aug 31, 1989 | Jun 18, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 31, 1989 | Jun 18, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jan 22, 1988 | Apr 7, 1988 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 4, 1985 | Feb 7, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 26, 1985 | Nov 4, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 7, 1984 | Jun 27, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterococci | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 154.10 MPN/100mL | 135.00 | +14% | Jun 2024 | 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.
State Administrative Order of Consent
Clean Water Act
· Case LA-SAMM230089 · May 30, 2024
$125
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-160 · Sep 22, 2020
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-183 · Apr 22, 2016
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-053 · May 24, 2000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-467 · Apr 8, 1996
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-064 · Apr 8, 1996
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-488 · Dec 8, 1995
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-286 · Aug 7, 1995
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-006 · Mar 29, 1990
$4,080
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-010 · Mar 8, 1990
$38,920
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-008 · Jan 10, 1990
CWA 309A AO For Compliance
Clean Water Act
· Case 06-1988-N259 · Aug 17, 1988
CWA 309A AO For Compliance
Clean Water Act
· Case 06-1988-N189 · Aug 17, 1988
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-005 · Feb 23, 1988
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-004 · Jan 22, 1986
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-002 · Sep 25, 1985
Judicial
· Case 06-1983-0005 · May 16, 1984
$35,000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-LAD094919339-001 · Mar 21, 1984
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