DEQ seeks comment on proposed settlement action with Ames Management LLC

Accepting comments from October 2, 2025, through November 3, 2025.

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks comment on a proposed settlement action with Ames Management LLC, located in Boise, Idaho, for violations of the Clean Water Act and the “Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Rules” (IDAPA 58.01.25).

Ames Management LLC obtained coverage under the Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) 2022 Construction General Permit for Discharge Activities, permit No. IDR10C0NI as an operator at The Mill site in Middleton, Idaho. DEQ alleges that on August 15, 2023, the company failed to comply with all applicable conditions of the permit. DEQ prepared an expedited settlement agreement and consent order directing Ames Management LLC to resolve the violations and either pay a civil penalty or request a compliance conference. Ames Management LLC has resolved the violations, made payment in full for the civil penalty of $3,295, and signed the consent order.

The proposed settlement action is available for public review on DEQ’s website and at DEQ’s State Office (1410 N. Hilton St., Boise, ID 83706). Written comments will be accepted through November 3, 2025, at 5 p.m. Mountain Time. This settlement action may be amended or adjusted in the future, in which case, DEQ may provide an additional public comment opportunity.

Submit comments electronically using the form below or by mail or email to:

Ben Johnson
Wastewater Enforcement Coordinator
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
1410 N. Hilton St.
Boise, ID 83706
ben.johnson@deq.idaho.gov

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