Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
RCRA
WESTERN ENTERPRISES - AVON LAKE (0247030559)
Quick Summary
- •Released 15 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
-
33672 PIN OAK PKWY
AVON LAKE, OH 44012
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- LORAIN County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 332721
- Inspections
- 1 · last Aug 13, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Dec 5, 2005
- Registry ID
- 110000385191
How This Compares
#897
of 1,142 TRI reporters in OH
#11,736
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
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)
-28% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 15 | — |
| 2016 | 15 | 0% |
| 2017 | 15 | 0% |
| 2018 | 15 | 0% |
| 2019 | 15 | 0% |
| 2020 | 15 | 0% |
| 2021 | 15 | 0% |
| 2022 | 15 | 0% |
| 2023 | 15 | 0% |
| 2024 | 11 | -28% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 26,027 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 1 | 1 | — | — | 622,316 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 44,512 | |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 26,963 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 566,688 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 29,271 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 35,609 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 614,611 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 33,226 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 42,084 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 659,074 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 45,321 | |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 30,828 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 611,303 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 34,370 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 38,037 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 681,735 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 40,877 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 37,228 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 810,963 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 42,929 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 38,846 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 851,498 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 42,439 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 55,032 | |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 841,647 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 48,558 | |
| Lead | — | — | — | — | 56,857 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 10 | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Copper | 5 | 5 | — | — | 1,127,897 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | — | 622,282 | — | — |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | 19,296 |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | 23,424 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
AGMET METALS
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH
|
Copper | — | 1,465 | — | — |
|
WIELAND CHASE
MONTPELIER, OH
|
Copper | — | 620,817 | — | — |
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 | — | AVON LAKE WPCF, AVON LAKE |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 26,027 | AVON LAKE WPCF, AVON LAKE |
| Copper | 34 | AVON LAKE WPCF, AVON LAKE |
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: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Aug 13, 2025 | Sep 25, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 13, 2025 | Sep 25, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Aug 13, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Aug 13, 2025 | Sep 25, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Aug 13, 2025 | Sep 25, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Dec 9, 2020 | Dec 14, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Sep 14, 2015 | Feb 8, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Sep 14, 2015 | Jan 4, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 14, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 14, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Sep 14, 2015 | Oct 5, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Sep 14, 2015 | Oct 16, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Sep 14, 2015 | Oct 5, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Sep 14, 2015 | Oct 16, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Sep 14, 2015 | Sep 30, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Sep 14, 2015 | Oct 21, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Sep 14, 2015 | Oct 16, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 6, 2009 | Nov 13, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Apr 6, 2009 | Nov 13, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Dec 3, 2008 | Jan 12, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Dec 3, 2008 | Jan 12, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 3, 2008 | Jan 12, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 24, 2005 | Aug 30, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for the Management of Used Oil: Definitions | May 16, 2005 | Aug 9, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: General | May 16, 2005 | Aug 9, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 16, 2005 | Aug 9, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 16, 2005 | Aug 9, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 18, 1999 | Nov 30, 1999 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 18, 1999 | Oct 18, 1999 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 17, 1990 | Jun 20, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Aug 17, 1990 | Feb 21, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | May 3, 1988 | Jul 31, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 3, 1988 | Jun 29, 1988 | 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-OHD061029963-017 · Sep 12, 2025
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-016 · Jan 27, 2021
Director-Division Warning Letter
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-015 · Feb 8, 2016
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-014 · Nov 10, 2015
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-013 · Nov 17, 2009
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-012 · Nov 13, 2009
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-011 · Dec 29, 2008
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-010 · Dec 5, 2005
$8,640
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-008 · Aug 24, 2005
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-009 · Jul 13, 2005
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2001-0246 · Dec 21, 2000
$5,000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-007 · Oct 21, 1999
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-003 · May 9, 1991
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-006 · Nov 8, 1990
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-005 · Oct 12, 1990
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-004 · Aug 20, 1990
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-002 · Mar 16, 1989
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD061029963-001 · May 19, 1988
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