Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
LINCOLN INDUSTRIES
Quick Summary
- •Released 458 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 $40,957 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
-
600 W 'E' ST
LINCOLN, NE 68522
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- LANCASTER County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 332813
- Inspections
- 8 · last Jan 28, 2026
- Total Penalties
- $40,957 · last Nov 18, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110000847745
How This Compares
#101
of 154 TRI reporters in NE
#8,116
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
0
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
2
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)
+1161% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 932 | — |
| 2016 | 463 | -50% |
| 2017 | 458 | -1% |
| 2018 | 636 | +39% |
| 2019 | 426 | -33% |
| 2020 | 450 | +6% |
| 2021 | 410 | -9% |
| 2022 | 211 | -49% |
| 2023 | 188 | -10% |
| 2024 | 11,753 | +6138% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 222,817 | |
| Nitric acid | 11,744 | 11,744 | — | — | — | |
| Zinc compounds | 5 | 5 | — | — | 4,315 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4 | 4 | — | — | 26,174 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 62,327 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | — |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 126,268 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 6,816 | |
| Zinc compounds | 169 | 169 | — | — | 5,020 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 9 | 9 | — | — | 40,210 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 59,773 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 233,471 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 8,074 | |
| Zinc compounds | 201 | 201 | — | — | 4,503 | |
| Nitric acid | 6 | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4 | 4 | — | — | 14,342 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 52,818 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 231,470 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Zinc compounds | 400 | 400 | — | — | 5,604 | |
| Nitric acid | 6 | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4 | 4 | — | — | 19,122 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 57,935 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 19,175 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 265,397 | |
| Zinc compounds | 400 | 400 | — | — | 4,715 | |
| Nitric acid | 45 | 45 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4 | 4 | — | — | 13,770 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 56,376 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 266,498 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 13,390 | |
| Zinc compounds | 400 | 400 | — | — | 5,804 | |
| Nitric acid | 22 | 22 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 3 | 3 | — | — | 19,365 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 72,355 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 266,974 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 15,325 | |
| Zinc compounds | 594 | 594 | — | — | 7,925 | |
| Nitric acid | 39 | 39 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 3 | 3 | — | — | 19,629 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 71,164 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 266,492 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 10,290 | |
| Zinc compounds | 429 | 429 | — | — | 6,991 | |
| Nitric acid | 26 | 26 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 3 | 3 | — | — | 19,830 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 70,461 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 13,785 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 265,300 | |
| Zinc compounds | 426 | 426 | — | — | 6,717 | |
| Nitric acid | 33 | 33 | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4 | 4 | — | — | 20,478 | |
| Nickel compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 67,791 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 14,458 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 276,260 | |
| Zinc compounds | 400 | 250 | 150 | — | 6,860 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 280 | 5 | 275 | — | 20,669 | |
| Nickel compounds | 207 | 0 | 207 | — | 91,999 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 45 | 45 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | 40,040 |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | 200,535 |
| Nickel compounds | — | 62,327 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ENVIRITE OF OHIO INC
CANTON, OH
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 26,174 | — | — | — |
|
AGMET METALS
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH
|
Nickel compounds | — | 62,327 | — | — |
|
ENVIRITE OF OHIO INC
CANTON, OH
|
Zinc compounds | 4,315 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 222,817 | CITY OF LINCOLN, LINCOLN |
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: General | Nov 28, 2023 | Feb 13, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Nov 28, 2023 | Feb 13, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 28, 2023 | Nov 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Nov 28, 2023 | Nov 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Nov 28, 2023 | Nov 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Mar 23, 2020 | Jun 26, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Mar 23, 2020 | Mar 23, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Mar 23, 2020 | Mar 23, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 23, 2020 | Mar 23, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 24, 2015 | Jul 6, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 24, 2015 | Jul 6, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jun 24, 2015 | Jul 6, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 24, 2015 | Jul 6, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Apr 16, 2013 | Feb 27, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 16, 2013 | Feb 27, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Apr 16, 2013 | May 15, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 27, 2010 | Feb 22, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jan 27, 2010 | Feb 22, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jan 27, 2010 | Feb 22, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Jan 27, 2010 | Feb 22, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 8, 2006 | Mar 3, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 8, 2006 | Mar 3, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 8, 2006 | Mar 3, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Feb 8, 2006 | Mar 3, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 18, 2002 | Jan 2, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 22, 1997 | Sep 29, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 25, 1995 | May 24, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 25, 1995 | May 24, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 25, 1995 | May 24, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 18, 1991 | Jul 19, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 24, 1987 | Sep 10, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Dec 31, 1984 | Feb 6, 1985 | 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
· Case 07-2025-0203 · Nov 18, 2025
$40,957
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NED007281728-001 · Feb 8, 2006
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NED007281728-000 · Apr 27, 1995
State CWA Non Penalty AO
Clean Water Act
· Case NE-N00000025 · Nov 17, 1993
State CWA Non Penalty AO
Clean Water Act
· Case NE-N00000024 · Nov 15, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NED007281728-002 · Aug 10, 1987
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