Automatic Die Casting Removal Project; St. Clair Shores, Michigan

St. Clair Shores, Michigan | 1992-Dec-07

Initial Notification: On November 4, 1992, EPA Region V initiated a removal action of alkaline solutions containing high concentrations of copper, total cyanide, amenable cyanide, and other corrosive and acidic solutions with high concentrations of nickel, copper, and hexavalent chromium at the Automatic Die Casting facility, St. Clair Shore, MI. The RP had started the removal action but was unable to complete it because of financial hardship. A contingency plan for the potential release of cyanide was developed, and the cyanide-bearing liquids were removed December 9 through 11. Additional actions at the site included removing other hazardous solids and liquids, evaluating and treating standing water at the facility, and cleaning the plating equipment. These actions were completed in February 1993. USCG district 9. Keyword: none.