Level 3 Communications dba Lumen Technologies Water Permit Violations Norfolk
Summary
The Virginia DEQ has proposed a consent order against Level 3 Communications of Virginia, Inc. dba Lumen Technologies for violations of State Water Control Board statutes and regulations at its Norfolk facility. The proposed enforcement action is open for public comment from April 8, 2026 through May 8, 2026. Affected parties may review and submit comments on the draft consent order during this period.
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The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has proposed a consent order against Level 3 Communications of Virginia, Inc. dba Lumen Technologies for water control violations at its Norfolk, Virginia facility. The proposed order addresses violations of State Water Control Board statutes, regulations, and the applicable facility permit. This represents a formal enforcement action being subjected to a 30-day public comment period before potential finalization.
Telecommunications companies and other entities operating industrial facilities in Virginia should monitor this proceeding as it may establish precedent for DEQ enforcement approaches regarding water permit compliance. Parties with interest in Virginia environmental enforcement or Lumen Technologies' operations may submit comments during the comment period ending May 8, 2026.
What to do next
- Review the proposed Consent Order document
- Submit public comments by May 8, 2026 if affected
- Contact Russell Deppe at VA DEQ Tidewater Regional Office for details
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Level 3 Communications of Virginia, Inc. dba Lumen Technologies; Norfolk, VA. Comment period: April 8, 2026 – May 8, 2026
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04/08/2026
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05/08/2026
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An enforcement action has been proposed for Level 3 Communications of Virginia, Inc. dba Lumen Technologies for violations of State Water Control Board statutes and regulations and applicable permit at the Level 3 Communications of Virginia, Inc. - Norfolk facility located in Norfolk, Virginia. The proposed Consent Order is available here.
Contact: Russell Deppe at the DEQ Tidewater Regional Office
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