Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
RCRA
JOHN DEERE WATERLOO WORKS - TCAO - DONALD ST
Quick Summary
- •Released 4,229 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
-
3500 E DONALD ST
WATERLOO, IA 50703
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- BLACK HAWK County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 333111
- Inspections
- 4 · last Jan 21, 2026
- Total Penalties
- $0
- Registry ID
- 110000413936
How This Compares
#195
of 420 TRI reporters in IA
#5,265
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
1
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)
-95% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4,269 | — |
| 2016 | 3,386 | -21% |
| 2017 | 4,229 | +25% |
| 2018 | 4,778 | +13% |
| 2020 | 3,860 | — |
| 2021 | 4,677 | +21% |
| 2022 | 4,217 | -10% |
| 2023 | 260 | -94% |
| 2024 | 234 | -10% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 1 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 3,403 | |
| Manganese | 110 | 10 | 100 | — | 7 | |
| Zinc compounds | 104 | 4 | 100 | — | 97 | |
| Methanol | 20 | 20 | — | — | 10 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 171 | |
| Manganese | 160 | 100 | 60 | — | 33 | |
| Zinc compounds | 70 | 10 | 55 | 5 | 305 | |
| Methanol | 30 | 30 | — | — | 14 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 2 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 1,311 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 3,350 | 3,350 | — | — | 120 | |
| n-Hexane | 520 | 520 | — | — | 10 | |
| Manganese | 250 | 70 | 180 | — | 116 | |
| Zinc compounds | 67 | 7 | 60 | — | 612 | |
| Methanol | 30 | 30 | — | — | 67 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 3 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 2,602 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 3,167 | 3,167 | — | — | 1,250 | |
| Manganese | 500 | 250 | 250 | — | 507 | |
| n-Hexane | 500 | 500 | — | — | 250 | |
| Zinc compounds | 260 | 10 | 250 | — | 1,520 | |
| Methanol | 250 | 250 | — | — | 505 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 7 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 255 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 2,350 | 2,350 | — | — | 500 | |
| n-Hexane | 500 | 500 | — | — | 5 | |
| Manganese | 500 | 250 | 250 | — | 506 | |
| Zinc compounds | 260 | 10 | 250 | — | 1,005 | |
| Methanol | 250 | 250 | — | — | 260 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 4 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 3,263 | 3,263 | — | — | 5 | |
| Manganese | 500 | 250 | 250 | — | 760 | |
| n-Hexane | 500 | 500 | — | — | 5 | |
| Methanol | 255 | 250 | 5 | — | 260 | |
| Zinc compounds | 255 | 5 | 250 | — | 765 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 5 | — | 5 | — | 505 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 6 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 3,214 | 3,214 | — | — | 255 | |
| Manganese | 500 | 250 | 250 | — | 760 | |
| Methanol | 255 | 250 | 5 | — | 505 | |
| Zinc compounds | 255 | 5 | 250 | — | 775 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 5 | — | 5 | — | 1,250 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 5 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 2,621 | 2,621 | — | — | 755 | |
| Manganese | 500 | 250 | 250 | — | 755 | |
| Methanol | 255 | 250 | 5 | — | 750 | |
| Zinc compounds | 5 | 5 | — | — | 1,472 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 5 | — | 5 | — | 6,943 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 9 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 7,243 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 3,269 | 3,269 | — | — | 250 | |
| Manganese | 500 | 250 | 250 | — | 770 | |
| Zinc compounds | 250 | — | 250 | — | 770 | |
| Methanol | 250 | 250 | — | — | 505 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 4 | ♦ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methanol | — | 3 | — | 1 |
| Ethylene glycol | — | 3,402 | — | 1 |
| Zinc compounds | — | 20 | — | — |
| Lead | — | 0 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
JOHN DEERE WATERLOO WORKS - DRIVETRAIN OPERATIONS
WATERLOO, IA
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 1 |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS, LLC
MENOMONEE FALLS, WI
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 3,400 | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 2 | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
|
Methanol | — | 3 | — | — |
|
NORTHLAND PRODUCTS COMPANY
WATERLOO, IA
|
Methanol | 6 | — | — | — |
|
JOHN DEERE WATERLOO WORKS - DRIVETRAIN OPERATIONS
WATERLOO, IA
|
Methanol | — | — | — | 1 |
|
BLACK HAWK COUNTY LANDFILL
WATERLOO, IA
|
Manganese | 4 | — | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
|
Manganese | — | — | — | — |
|
CONTINENTAL CEMENT DAVENPORT PLANT
BUFFALO, IA
|
Manganese | — | — | — | — |
|
JOHN DEERE WATERLOO WORKS - DRIVETRAIN OPERATIONS
WATERLOO, IA
|
Manganese | — | — | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
DES MOINES, IA
|
Manganese | — | — | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS, LLC
MENOMONEE FALLS, WI
|
Manganese | — | — | — | — |
|
ELEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
ARKADELPHIA, AR
|
Manganese | 1 | — | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS, LLC
MENOMONEE FALLS, WI
|
Lead | — | — | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC.
SMITHFIELD, KY
|
Lead | 1 | — | — | — |
|
BLACK HAWK COUNTY LANDFILL
WATERLOO, IA
|
Lead | 0 | — | — | — |
|
CONTINENTAL CEMENT DAVENPORT PLANT
BUFFALO, IA
|
Lead | — | 0 | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
|
Lead | — | — | — | — |
|
JOHN DEERE WATERLOO WORKS - DRIVETRAIN OPERATIONS
WATERLOO, IA
|
Lead | — | — | — | — |
|
ELEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
ARKADELPHIA, AR
|
Lead | — | — | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
|
Zinc compounds | — | 10 | — | — |
|
BLACK HAWK COUNTY LANDFILL
WATERLOO, IA
|
Zinc compounds | 2 | — | — | — |
|
JOHN DEERE WATERLOO WORKS - DRIVETRAIN OPERATIONS
WATERLOO, IA
|
Zinc compounds | 1 | — | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
DES MOINES, IA
|
Zinc compounds | 69 | — | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS, LLC
MENOMONEE FALLS, WI
|
Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — |
|
CONTINENTAL CEMENT DAVENPORT PLANT
BUFFALO, IA
|
Zinc compounds | — | 10 | — | — |
|
ELEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC
ARKADELPHIA, AR
|
Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Manganese | 2 | WATERLOO WWTP, WATERLOO |
| Methanol | — | WATERLOO WWTP, WATERLOO |
| Zinc compounds | 5 | WATERLOO WWTP, WATERLOO |
| Ethylene glycol | — | WATERLOO WWTP, WATERLOO |
| Lead | — | WATERLOO WWTP, WATERLOO |
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 for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Apr 26, 2023 | Apr 26, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 5, 2018 | Jun 12, 2018 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 5, 2018 | Jun 12, 2018 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Aug 20, 2013 | Sep 3, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Aug 20, 2013 | Sep 3, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 20, 2013 | Sep 3, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Aug 20, 2013 | Sep 3, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oi:l Processors and Re-Refiners | May 17, 2006 | Jun 2, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Jan 31, 1995 | Feb 28, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 23, 1992 | Jan 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 23, 1992 | Jan 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Apr 23, 1992 | Jan 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Apr 23, 1992 | Jan 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Apr 23, 1992 | Jan 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | May 13, 1988 | Jan 28, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | May 13, 1988 | Jan 19, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Closure and Post-Closure | Apr 16, 1984 | May 29, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Apr 16, 1984 | May 17, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Nov 16, 1982 | Mar 22, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Closure and Post-Closure | Aug 20, 1981 | Nov 16, 1982 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Aug 20, 1981 | Nov 16, 1982 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Aug 20, 1981 | Nov 16, 1982 | 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.
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD000805168-001 · Jun 4, 2014
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD000805168-000 · Dec 4, 1992
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD000805168-003 · Dec 29, 1988
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD000805168-007 · Dec 29, 1988
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD000805168-006 · Nov 16, 1982
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD000805168-005 · Sep 10, 1981
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