Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
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THE HEIL COMPANY
Quick Summary
- •Released 37,869 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 $26,120 in total penalties since records began.
- Address
-
106 45TH STREET NE
FORT PAYNE, AL 35967
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- DE KALB County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 336211
- Inspections
- 7 · last Sep 30, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $26,120 · last Jul 23, 2024
- Registry ID
- 110000589499
How This Compares
#100
of 523 TRI reporters in AL
#1,972
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
4
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)
-100% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 52,225 | — |
| 2016 | 35,819 | -31% |
| 2017 | 37,869 | +6% |
| 2018 | 46,114 | +22% |
| 2019 | 43,496 | -6% |
| 2020 | 10,150 | -77% |
| 2021 | 133 | -99% |
| 2022 | 11,481 | +8511% |
| 2023 | 25,878 | +125% |
| 2024 | 186 | -99% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manganese | 186 | 186 | — | — | 2,732 |
2023
2022
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manganese | 133 | 133 | — | — | 2,527 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 10,018 | 10,018 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese | 132 | 132 | — | — | 2,138 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl alcohol | 30,902 | 30,902 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 12,448 | 12,448 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese | 146 | 146 | — | — | 1,747 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl alcohol | 29,499 | 29,499 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 16,473 | 16,473 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese | 142 | 142 | — | — | 2,895 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl alcohol | 25,638 | 25,638 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 12,110 | 12,110 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese | 121 | 121 | — | — | 4,625 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl alcohol | 20,825 | 20,825 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 14,878 | 14,878 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese | 116 | 116 | — | — | 1,571 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl alcohol | 20,507 | 20,507 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 19,198 | 19,198 | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 12,402 | 12,402 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese | 118 | 118 | — | — | 4,212 |
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 | — | 2,732 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
SCHNITZER SOUTHEAST LLC, ATTALLA
ATTALLA, AL
|
Manganese | — | 2,732 | — | — |
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 | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Nov 6, 2023 | Jul 23, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Nov 6, 2023 | Jul 23, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 6, 2023 | Jul 23, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 6, 2023 | Jul 23, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Nov 6, 2023 | Jul 23, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 9, 2020 | Dec 15, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 11, 2016 | Aug 21, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | May 11, 2016 | Aug 21, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | May 11, 2016 | Sep 26, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | May 11, 2016 | Aug 21, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | May 11, 2016 | May 16, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | May 11, 2016 | May 16, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | May 11, 2016 | May 16, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 11, 2016 | Aug 21, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | May 11, 2016 | Sep 26, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 23, 2011 | Apr 8, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Mar 23, 2011 | Apr 8, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Mar 23, 2011 | Apr 8, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Mar 23, 2011 | Apr 8, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Mar 23, 2011 | Apr 8, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Mar 23, 2011 | Apr 8, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 30, 2005 | Dec 8, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Aug 30, 2005 | Oct 19, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Aug 30, 2005 | Dec 8, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Aug 30, 2005 | Oct 19, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 30, 2005 | Oct 19, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 12, 2001 | Sep 25, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Dec 17, 1997 | Jan 15, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 17, 1997 | Jan 15, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 17, 1997 | Jan 15, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Sep 13, 1995 | Oct 25, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 13, 1995 | Oct 25, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Sep 13, 1995 | Oct 25, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 18, 1994 | Jul 18, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 18, 1994 | Jul 18, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Feb 17, 1993 | Apr 20, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 17, 1993 | Apr 20, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 17, 1993 | Apr 20, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 17, 1993 | Apr 20, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 14, 1990 | Jul 30, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Nov 14, 1990 | Jul 30, 1991 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 61.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +22% | Jul 2022 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 61.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +22% | Jan 2022 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 98.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +96% | May 2021 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 56.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +12% | Sep 2020 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 65.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +30% | Jun 2020 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 78.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +56% | Mar 2020 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 113.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +126% | Feb 2020 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 119.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +138% | Dec 2019 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 66.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +32% | Oct 2019 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 81.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +62% | Aug 2019 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 179.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +258% | Jul 2019 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 70.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +40% | May 2019 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 58.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +16% | Jan 2019 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 74.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +48% | Nov 2018 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 100.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +100% | Oct 2018 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 108.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +116% | May 2017 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 116.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +132% | Jul 2016 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 111.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +122% | Dec 2015 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 178.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +256% | Aug 2015 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 146.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +192% | Jul 2015 | Resolved |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 62.00 mg/L | 50.00 | +24% | Apr 2015 | 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.
LETTER OF INTENT TO INITIATE ENFORCEMENT ACTION
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-ALD058036054-001 · Jan 16, 2024
Administrative - Formal
· Case 04-2007-1759 · Dec 4, 2006
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-ALD058036054-SFQ · Oct 23, 1995
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