Federal Register #2026-05876

EPA Proposed Delisting of F037 Refinery Sludge Solids at WRB Refining LP, Borger, Texas

This opportunity concerns the EPA's proposed rule to grant WRB Refining LP in Borger, Texas a continuous exclusion from hazardous waste regulations for certain refinery sludge solids. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Region 6, Land, Chemicals and Redevelopment Division - OEMs and Vendors: - WRB Refining LP (waste generator) - Products/Services Requested: - Up to 700 cubic yards per year of F037 petroleum refinery sludge solids from stormwater tanks - Part number: F037 - Waste to be disposed of in a Subtitle D landfill permitted for industrial waste - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Annual testing and reporting of waste composition - Maximum allowable concentrations for hazardous constituents - Exclusion remains effective only if compliance is maintained; subject to revocation if waste composition changes - Public comment period on the proposed rule - Place of Performance and Delivery: - WRB Refining LP facility, Borger, Texas - EPA Region 6 Office, Dallas, Texas

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to grant a continuous delisting petition for up to 700 cubic yards per year of F037 (petroleum refinery sludge) solids from stormwater tanks at WRB Refining LP in Borger, Texas. This proposed rule would exclude this specific waste from hazardous waste regulations, allowing disposal in a Subtitle D landfill if approved. The EPA invites public comments on this proposal by April 27, 2026, and the decision is based on waste-specific information and risk evaluation provided by the petitioner.

View original listing