Hazardous Waste Program

Shapiro Brothers

In July and September 2011, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources conducted a series of environmental inspections at Shaprio Brothers, Division of MW Recycling LLC, in Festus. The inspections were conducted in response to a complaint received from the city of Festus concerning sediment being tracked onto city streets from the site. Sampling conducted by the city indicated elevated lead levels in the sediment.

Shapiro was issued two notices of violation – one for hazardous waste violations and one for water violations as a result of the inspections.

• Notice of Violation – Hazardous Waste
  • Shapiro Brothers' Response
• Notice of Violation – Water
  • Shaprio Brothers' Response

The department also conducted a Resource Conservation and Recovery Act site investigation in September.

• Site Investigation Report

The department is continuing its effort to determine the extent of lead and other contaminants, which includes continued sampling and determining if cleanup is necessary. 

Site Documents

• Environmental Services Program Sample Request Memo
• Property Access Request Letter
• Sampling and Analysis Plan for April 2012 SI/RSE Investigation

Facility Description

Shapiro Brothers has been at a 15-acre site located in Festus for approximately 65 years. This facility is primarily a scrap metal recycling operation, recycling items such as rail cars, automobiles, sheet metal, siding and empty appliance shells.

Contact Information

• Steve Sikes, Jefferson County Health Department; 636-789-3372 Ext. 3; sikess@lpha.mopublic.org.   
• Jonathan Garoutte, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services; 573-751-6102; jonathan.garoutte@health.mo.gov. 
• Michael Stroh, Missouri Department of Natural Resources; 573-522-9902; micheal.stroh@dnr.mo.gov.