The Brief
- Higher Dimension Materials in Oakdale has been fined $22,088 for hazardous waste violations found by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA).
- According to a press release, inspectors found unsafe waste buildup and labeling issues during a December 2025 visit.
- The company has cleaned affected areas and will apply for required permits, the MPCA says.
OAKDALE, Minn. (FOX 9) – Textile manufacturer Higher Dimension Materials in Oakdale is facing a hefty fine after state officials found hazardous waste violations at its facility.
Higher Dimension Materials hazardous waste fine
What we know:
In an announcement on Monday, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) said it had fined Higher Dimension Materials $22,088 after inspectors found about half an inch of hazardous waste buildup on grates, cleaning troughs, a flammable cabinet, a solvent tank and parts of the floor and walls during a Dec. 9, 2025 inspection.
The MPCA says the buildup was at risk of creating a fire, and could stick to workers’ boots, potentially spreading hazardous materials.…