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EPA in Michigan

L'Anse Warden Power Plant

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Clean Air Act Investigation

Residents of L’Anse, Mich., have reported odors and fugitive dust coming from the L’Anse Warden Electric Co. power plant. Under a state permit the utility is allowed to burn for fuel tires and railroad ties treated with creosote and a chemical called pentachlorophenol.

EPA is working closely with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality to investigate residents’ concerns, address potential health risks and determine compliance with environmental regulations.

Permit History

Air Enforcement

Information Requests

Notices and Reports

​Environmental Data

Test Results

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Water

L'Anse Warden Storm Water Sampling 2016

L'Anse Warden Inspection April 2012 (Clean Water Act)

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