Lola Energy reported approximately 4,200 gallons of contaminated water was released into containment around storage tanks.
Lola said “the cause of the release was a schedule 40 90° fitting had rotted out after years of contact with the brine [contaminated water]. Lola representatives replaced the faulty fitting and conducted a mechanical assessment of all other fittings on [the] pad.”
During the inspection DEP also noticed “bubbling” coming from under another storage tank on the site indicating a possible leak.
“The Lola representative stated that they keep positive pressure on the tanks, and stated that this particular tank had been shut down and not used for years.”
DEP “requested an inquiry into this tank to repair possible damage and/or remove the unused equipment.”
“Clean up of containment will continue in the coming days with contractors coming to deep clean containment and properly dispose of contaminated materials. Merchbaker requested disposal receipts for all removed materials.”
DEP issued multiple violations and requested a written response by July 17.
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(Photos: 4,200 gallon spill into containment; Bubbling contaminated water tank; Faulty pipe fitting eaten thru by contaminated water; Location of faulty fitting.)
[Note: If you believe your company was listed in error, contact DEP’s Oil and Gas Program.]
[Note: These may not be all the NOVs issued to oil and gas companies during this time period. Additional inspection reports may be added to DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database.]
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[Posted: July 10, 2026] PA Environment Digest
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