The State detected elevated levels of chromium and lead in an on-site well. The State has also repeatedly cited the company for discharging untreated plating waste to subsurface waters of the State, in violation of the company's permit under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. The site is located in a rural setting. The present owner raises hogs and calves on the former property of Quality Plating. Six residences within 0.25 mile of the site obtain drinking water from shallow wells.
Initial funding is for planning activities.
The description may change as additional information is gathered on the sources and extent of contamination.