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APPLICATIONS
[30 Pa.B. 1275]
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED UNDER THE PENNSYLVANIA CLEAN STREAMS LAW AND THE FEDERAL CLEAN WATER ACT
[National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Program (NPDES)]
DISCHARGE OF CONTROLLED INDUSTRIAL WASTE AND SEWERAGE WASTEWATER
(Part I Permits) The following parties have applied for an NPDES permit to discharge controlled wastewaters into the surface waters of this Commonwealth. Unless otherwise indicated on the basis of preliminary review and application of lawful standards and regulations, the Department of Environmental Protection (Department) proposes to issue a permit to discharge subject to certain effluent limitations and special conditions. These proposed determinations are tentative.
Where indicated, the EPA Region III Administrator has waived the right to review or object to this proposed permit action under the waiver provision to 40 CFR 123.6E.
Persons wishing to comment on the proposed permit are invited to submit a statement to the office noted above the application within 30 days from the date of this public notice. Comments received within this 30-day comment period will be considered in the formulation of the final determinations regarding this application. Responses should include the name, address and telephone number of the writer and a concise statement to inform the Department of the exact basis of a comment and the relevant facts upon which it is based. A public hearing may be held if the responsible office considers the public response significant.
Following the 30-day comment period, the Water Management Program Manager will make a final determination regarding the proposed permit. Notice of this determination will be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin at which time this determination may be appealed to the Environmental Hearing Board.
The application and related documents, proposed effluent limitations and special conditions, comments received and other information are on file and may be inspected and arrangements made for copying at the office indicated above the application.
Persons with a disability who wish to attend the hearing and require an auxiliary aid service or other accommodations to participate in the proceeding should contact the Secretary to the Board at (717) 787-3483. TDD users may contact the Department through the Pennsylvania AT&T Relay service at (800) 654-5984.
Applications for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit to discharge to State waters.
Southeast Regional Office: Regional Manager, Water Management, Lee Park, Suite 6010, 555 North Lane, Conshohocken, PA 19428, (610) 832-6130.
PA 0026603, Amendment No. 1. Sewage, Ambler WWTP, Upper Dublin Township, Montgomery County.
This application is for amendment of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from Ambler Borough WWTP in Upper Dublin Township, Montgomery County. This is an existing discharge to Wissahickon Creek.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: trout stocking fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
Based on the results of the Group Water Effects Ratio (WER), as published in the November 20, 1999, Pennsylvania Bulletin, a copper limit for this discharge has been revised to monitor/report.
PA 0056090. Industrial waste, Ogden Aviation Service Company of PA, Inc., Hog Island Road/Tank Farm, Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia, PA 19153.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge stormwater from an aviation fuel storage and distribution facility in Tinicum Township, Delaware County. This is an existing discharge to the Delaware River.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: warm water fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfalls 001 and 002, based on an average storm event are as follows:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Total Recoverable Petroleum monitor/report Hydrocarbons Total Lead monitor/report Total Zinc monitor/report Total Phenols monitor/report Benzene monitor/report Toluene monitor/report Total Xylenes monitor/report Other Conditions:
PPC Plan Requirements
The EPA Waiver is in effect.
PA 0012629. Industrial waste, Sunoco Inc., (R&M), Point Breeze Processing Area, 3144 Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19145-5299.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated process wastewater and treated groundwater from Point Breeze Oil Refinery located in City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. This is an existing discharge to Schuylkill River Zone 4 of Delaware River Estuary.
The receiving stream is classified for warm water fish (maintenance only), migratory fish (passage only), industrial water supply, wildlife water supply, boating, fishing and navigation.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001, consisting of overflow of stormwater from a North Yard Retention Basin during periods of heavy rainfall, are as follows:
Instantaneous Instantaneous Parameter Minimum (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Total Organic Carbon 110 Oil and Grease 15 pH (STD Units) 6.0 9.0 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 002, based on an average flow of 5.10 mgd of treated process wastewater from an industrial wastewater treatment plant are as follows:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) BOD5 (Net) 40 71 100 Total Suspended Solids (Net) 30 60 75 BOD5 Removal 89.25% CBOD20 2,590 lbs. per day Chemical Oxygen Demand (Net) 275 530 688 Oil and Grease 15 30 30 Ammonia as N (Net) 22 47 55 Sulfide (Net) 0.2 0.5 0.5 Total Residual Oxidants -- 0.2 0.5 Temperature 110°F Total Phenols (Net) 0.2 0.5 0.5 Total Chromium (Net) 0.24 0.6 0.6 Chromium, Hexavalent (Net) 0.04 0.05 0.05 Total Dissolved Solids 1,000 (Net) 2,000 2500 Benzene monitor monitor Toluene monitor monitor Ethylbenzene monitor monitor Total Xylenes monitor monitor Total Zinc 0.25 0.50 0.625 pH within limits of 6.0 to 9.0 standard units at all times The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 003, consisting of overflow of stormwater from West Yard Retention Basin during periods of heavy rainfall, are as follows:
Instantaneous Instantaneous Parameter Minimum (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Total Organic Carbon 110 Oil and Grease 15 pH (STD Units) 6.0 9.0 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 004, consisting of overflow of stormwater from South Yard Retention Basin during periods of heavy rainfall, are as follows:
Instantaneous Instantaneous Parameter Minimum (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Total Organic Carbon 110 Oil and Grease 15 pH (STD Units) 6.0 9.0 Other Conditions:
The EPA waiver is not in effect.
Additional Requirements to calculate stormwater credits.
Additional Requirements to calculate intake water credits.
Thermal Requirements.
Approval to use certain chemical additives.
Conditions for future permit modifications.
Requirements to calculate allowable quantity of pollutants at Outfalls 001, 003 and 004.
Requirements to sample bypass from the Dissolved Air Flotation Unit.
No discharge from Sump S-10.
Requirements for Total Dissolved Solids Limitations at Outfall 002.
On-Line cleaning of cooling towers.
PA 0054933. Industrial waste, Quebecor Printing Atglen, Inc., P. O. Box 465, Lower Valley Road, Atglen, PA 19310.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated groundwater from Groundwater Remediation System in West Sadsbury Township, Chester County. This is an existing discharge to unnamed tributary to Valley Creek.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: cold water fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001, based on an average flow of 0.028 are as follows:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Benzene 0.001 0.002 0.0025 Total BTEX 0.1 0.2 0.25 Ethylbenzene monitor/report monitor/report monitor/report Toluene monitor/report monitor/report monitor/report Total Xylene monitor/report monitor/report monitor/report pH within limits of 6.0--9.0 standard units at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
Southcentral Regional Office: Regional Water Management Program Manager, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, (717) 705-4707.PA 0081388. SIC: 4952. Sewage, Robert Barclay, Windy Brae Mobile Home Park, 14871 Mount Olivet Road, Stewartstown, PA 17363.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage to an unnamed tributary to East Branch Codorus Creek, in North Hopewell Township, York County.
The receiving stream is classified for high quality cold water fishes, recreation, water supply and aquatic life. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply intake considered during the evaluation was York Water Company located in Spring Garden Township, York County. The discharge is not expected to impact any potable water supply.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.0337 mgd are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 10 XXX 20 Total Suspended Solids 10 XXX 20 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 2 XXX 4 (11-1 to 4-30) 6 XXX 12 Total Phosphorus 2 XXX 4 Total Residual Chlorine (Interim) monitor and report monitor and report XXX (Final) 0.25 XXX 0.75 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 5.0 at all times pH from 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric average Persons may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0081655. SIC: 3569, Industrial waste, Philadelphia Mixers, 1221 East Main Street, Palmyra, PA 17078.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated industrial waste to Killinger Creek, in Palmyra Borough, Lebanon County.
The receiving stream is classified for trout stocking fishery, recreation, water supply and aquatic life. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply intake considered during the evaluation was Pennsylvania American Water Company located in South Hanover Township, Dauphin County. The discharge is not expected to impact any potable water supply.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.042 mgd are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Total Dissolved Solids XXX monitor XXX Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 5.0 at all times Sulfate XXX monitor XXX Sodium XXX monitor XXX pH from 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Persons may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0085723. SIC: 4952, Sewage, Exit II WWTP, Inc., P. O. Box 1387, York, PA 17403.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage to Seaks Run, in Springfield Township, York County.
The receiving stream is classified for high quality, cold water fishes, recreation, water supply and aquatic life. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply intake considered during the evaluation was York Water Company located in Spring Garden Township, York County. The discharge is not expected to impact any potable water supply.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.080 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 10.0 20 Total Suspended Solids 10.0 20 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 1.5 3.0 (11-1 to 4-30) 4.5 9.0 Total Phosphorus 1.0 2.0 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 5.0 at all times pH from 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric average Persons may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0082694. SIC: 4952, Sewage, East St. Clair Township Municipal Authority, P. O. Box 55, Fishertown, PA 15539-0055.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage to Dunning Creek, in East St. Clair Township, Bedford County.
The receiving stream is classified for warm water fishery, recreation, water supply and aquatic life. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply intake considered during the evaluation was Saxton Municipal Waterworks located in Saxton Borough, Bedford County. The discharge is not expected to impact any potable water supply.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.112 mgd are:
Average Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 40 50 Total Suspended Solids 30 45 60 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 5.0 at all times pH from 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 14,000/100 ml as a geometric average Persons may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
Southwest Regional Office: Water Management Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, (412) 442-4000.PA 0022276. Sewage, Southmoreland School District, 609 Parker Avenue, Scottdale, PA 15683.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from the Southmoreland School District STP in East Huntingdon Township, Westmoreland County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as an Unnamed Tributary of Stauffer Run, which are classified as a warm water fishery with existing and/or potential uses for aquatic life, water supply, and recreation. The first downstream potable water supply intake from this facility is the McKeesport Municipal Water Authority.
Outfall 001: existing discharge, design flow of .029 mgd.
Concentration (mg/l) Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly Weekly Daily Maximum CBOD5 25 50 Suspended Solids 30 60 Ammonia Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 6.5 13.0 (11-1 to 4-30) 19.5 39.0 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric mean Total Residual Chlorine 1.4 3.3 Dissolved Oxygen not less than 5.0 mg/l pH not less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0092860. Sewage, Terry G. and Regina A. Lambie, R. D. 2, Dunbar, PA 15431.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from the Terrace Acres Mobile Home Park STP in Upper Tyrone Township, Fayette County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as Jacobs Creek, which are classified as a warm water fishery with existing and/or potential uses for aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The first downstream potable water supply intake from this facility is the McKeesport Municipal Water Authority.
Outfall 001: existing discharge, design flow of .0372 mgd.
Concentration (mg/l) Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly Weekly Daily Maximum CBOD5 25 50 Suspended Solids 30 60 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric mean Total Residual Chlorine 1.4 3.3 pH not less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0094676. Sewage, Twin Lakes Center, Inc., P. O. Box 909, 224 Twin Lake Road, Somerset, PA 15501.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from the Twin Lakes Center STP in Somerset Township, Somerset County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as the East Branch Coxes Creek, which are classified as a warm water fishery with existing and/or potential uses for aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The first downstream potable water supply intake from this facility is the Ohiopyle Municipal Water Works.
Outfall 001: existing discharge, design flow of .0059 mgd.
Concentration (mg/l) Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly Weekly Daily Maximum CBOD5 25 50 Suspended Solids 30 60 Ammonia Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 6 12 (11-1 to 4-30) 18 36 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 6,000/100 ml as a geometric mean Total Residual Chlorine 1.4 3.3 pH not less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0216941. Sewage, Forest Hills Municipal Authority, 401 Grant Street, South Fork, PA 15956.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from the South Fork Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant in Conemaugh Township, Cambria County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as the Little Conemaugh River, which are classified as a cold water fishery with existing and/or potential uses for aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The first downstream potable water supply intake from this facility is the Saltsburg Municipal Water Authority.
Outfall 001: new discharge, design flow of 1.2 mgd.
Concentration (mg/l) Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly Weekly Daily Maximum CBOD5 25 38 50 Suspended Solids 30 45 60 Ammonia Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 12 18 24 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 8,000/100 ml as a geometric mean pH not less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 The EPA waiver is not in effect.
PA 0218375. Sewage, Arensberg Estates Homeowner's Association, 660 Mercer Road, Greenville, PA 16125.
This application is for issuance of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from the Arensberg Estates Sewage Treatment Plant in Cecil Township, Washington County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as an unnamed tributary of Millers Run, which are classified as a warm water fishery with existing and/or potential uses for aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The first downstream potable water supply intake from this facility is the West View Borough Water Authority.
Outfall 001: new discharge, design flow of .0048 mgd.
Concentration (mg/l) Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly Weekly Daily Maximum CBOD5 25 50 Suspended Solids 30 60 Ammonia Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 4 8 (11-1 to 4-30) 12 24 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric mean Total Residual Chlorine .67 1.5 Dissolved Oxygen not less than 3.0 mg/l pH not less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 The EPA waiver is in effect.
Northwest Regional Office: Regional Manager, Water Management, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335, (814) 332-6942.PA 0006343, Amendment No. 4. Industrial waste, SIC: 3312. AK Steel Corporation, 703 Curtis Street, Middletown, OH 40543.
This application is for a transfer and amendment of an NPDES Permit, to discharge treated I. W., noncontact cooling water (steel making and finishing) and stormwater to Connoquenessing Creek in Butler Township and City of Butler, Butler County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: warm water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is the Zelienople Municipal Water Works intake on Connoquenessing Creek located at Zelienople, approximately 20 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.265 mgd are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) (Hex) Chromium 0.104 0.208 0.26 The EPA waiver is not in effect.
Northwest Regional Office: Regional Manager, Water Management, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335, (814) 332-6942.PA 0102610. Sewage. Villa Vista Estates, Kennihan Development Company, 133 Terra Drive, Valencia, PA 16059.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit, to discharge treated sewage to an Unnamed Tributary to Glade Run in Middlesex Township, Butler County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: warm water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is the Zelienople Municipal Waterworks on Connequenessing Creek located at Zelienople, approximately 20 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 001 (after the chlorine contact tank) based on a design flow of 0.0125 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 10 20 TSS 10 20 Total Phosphorus (as P) (4-1 to 10-31) 2 4 Ammonia-Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 2.5 5 (11-1 to 4-30) 7.5 15 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 0.5 0.8 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 3.0 mg/l at all times pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0221601. Sewage. Sherman Enterprises, Inc., P. O. Box 138, Tionesta, PA 16353.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit to discharge treated sewage to the Allegheny River in Tionesta Township, Forest County. This is a new discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: cold water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is the Emlenton Water Company on the Allegheny River located at Emlenton, approximately 48 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.014 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 50 TSS 30 60 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 100,000/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 0.5 1.2 pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0022373. Sewage. Lakeview Joint Sewer Authority, Route 62N, P. O. Box 357, Stoneboro, PA 16153-0357.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit to discharge treated sewage to Sandy Creek in Sandy Lake Township, Mercer County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: warm water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is the Emlenton Water Authority on the Allegheny River located at Emlenton, approximately 40 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.450 mgd are:
Average Weekly Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Average (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 (5-1 to 10-31) 10 15 20 (11-1 to 4-30) 20 30 40 TSS 30 45 60 Ammonia-Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 6.5 13 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 15,000/100 ml as a geometric average Ultraviolet Light Intensity (µw/cm2) monitor and report pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
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