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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
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APPLICATIONS
[30 Pa.B. 549]
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 40 CFR 123.6E.
Persons wishing to comment on the proposed permit are invited to submit a statement to the field office indicated 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.
Northeast Region: Environmental Protection Manager, Water Management, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0790, (570) 826-2553.
PA 0008524. Industrial waste, SIC: 3674, Intersil Corporation, Inc., 125 Crestwood Road, Mountaintop, PA 18707.
This proposed action is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated noncontact cooling water into Bow Creek in Wright Township, Luzerne County.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: cold water fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply (PWS) considered during the evaluations is the Danville Borough Water Company located on the North branch of the Susquehanna River.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 based on a design flow of 0.20 mgd are:
Monthly Average Instantaneous Parameter °F Maximum (mg/l) Temperature January 53 February 53 March 66 April 68 May 68 June 77 July 79 August 78 September 71 October 63 November 59 December 58 pH 6.0 to 9.0 standard units at all times Total Residual Chlorine 0.30 (mg/l) 0.60 The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0063363. Industrial waste, SIC: 3083, S. L. Plastics, Inc., 2860 Bath Pike, Upper Nazareth, PA.
This proposed action is for renewal issuance amendment of an NPDES permit to discharge treated cooling water and sewage into Monocacy Creek in Upper Nazareth Township, Northampton County.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: high quality, cold water fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
Effluent requirements were evaluated at the point of discharge.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 based on a design flow of 007 mgd are:
Monthly Daily Instantaneous Parameter Average (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 22 NH3N (5-1 to 10-31) 1.5 3 (11-1 to 4-30) 4.5 9 Total Suspended Solids 18 Oil and Grease 29 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 5 at all times 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 1 2 pH 6 to 9 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 0023183 A1, Sewage, SIC: 4952, Borough of Mount Holly Springs, 200 Harman Street, Mount Holly Springs, PA 17065.
This application is for amendment of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage to Mountain Creek, in Mount Holly Springs Borough, Cumberland County.
The receiving stream is classified for trout stocking 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 United Water Company located in Fairview 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 0.60 mgd are:
Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 (5-1 to 10-31) 20 30 -- 40 (11-1 to 4-30) 25 40 -- 50 Total Suspended Solids 30 45 -- 60 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 2.5 -- -- 5 (11-1 to 4-30) 7.5 -- -- 15 Total Phosphorus 2 -- -- 4 Interim Total
Residual Chlorine0.5 -- -- 1.6 Final Total
Residual Chlorine-- -- -- -- Total Nitrogen -- -- monitor and report -- Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 5.0 at all times pH From 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Fecal Coliforms (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 26,000/100 ml as a geometric average To make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case, call Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0070271. Sewage, SIC: 4952, Maidencreek Township Authority, P. O. Box 529, Blandon, PA 19510-0529.
This application is for amendment of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage to Willow Creek, in Ontelaunee Township, Berks County.
The receiving stream is classified for 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 Pottstown Borough located on the Schuylkill River. The discharge is not expected to impact any potable water supply.
The proposed interim effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.45 mgd are:
Average Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 (5-1 to 9-30) 20 30 40 (10-1 to 4-30) 25 40 50 Total Suspended Solids 30 45 60 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 6.0 -- 12 (11-1 to 4-30) 18 -- 36 Total Residual Chlorine monitor and report -- XXX Total Copper monitor and report XXX XXX Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 6.0 at all times pH from 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Fecal Coliforms (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 The proposed final effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.80 mgd are:
Average Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 (5-1 to 9-30) 7 10 14 (10-1 to 4-30) 14 20 28 Total Suspended Solids 30 45 60 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 1.5 3.0 (11-1 to 4-30) 4.5 9.0 Total Residual Chlorine 0.17 0.55 Total Copper 0.021 0.042 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 6.0 at all times pH from 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Fecal Coliforms (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 To make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case, call Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
Northcentral Region: Environmental Program Manager, Water Management Program, 208 West Third Street--Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, (570) 327-3666.PA 0113221. SIC: 4952, Youth Challenge International Bible Institute, R. D. 2 Box 33, Sunbury, PA 17801.
This proposed action is for the renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage to Shamokin Creek in Upper Augusta Township, Northumberland County.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: warm water fishery and aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply (PWS) considered during the evaluation is Dauphin Consolidated Water Company located 65 miles below the discharge.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 based on a design flow of 0.019 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Discharge Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) C-BOD5 25 50 Suspended Solids 30 60 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 pH 6.0--9.0 at all times Free Chlorine Residual monitor and report Other Considerations: none The EPA waiver is in effect.
Southwest Regional Office: Water Management Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, (412) 442-4000.PA 0098469. Sewage, Community Bank, Pioneer Office, 100 North Market Street, Carmichaels, PA 15320.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from the Community Bank Sewage Treatment Plant in Center Township, Greene County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as South Fork Tenmile Creek, which are classified as a high quality-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 Tri County Joint Municipal Authority on the Monongahela River.
Outfall 001: existing discharge, design flow of 0.0001 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) 10,000/100 ml as a geometric mean Total Residual Chlorine monitor and report pH not less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0218316. Sewage, Dunbar Township Municipal Authority, P. O. Box 815, Connellsville, PA 15425.
This application is for issuance of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from Dunbar Township Municipal Authority STP in Dunbar Township, Fayette County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as Youghiogheny River, 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: Westmoreland County Water Company.
Outfall 001: existing discharge, design flow of 0.3 mgd.
Concentration (mg/l) Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly Weekly Daily Maximum CBOD5 25 38 50 Suspended Solids 30 45 60 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 100,000/100 ml as a geometric mean 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 0223018. Sewage. Farmington Township, R. D. 2, Box 2265, Russell, PA 16345.
This application is for a new permit and a new discharge treated sewage. This is a minor 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 PA/NY State Line approximately 4.5 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of .02 mgd are:
Average Weekly Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Average (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 40 50 TSS 30 45 60 Ammonia-Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 4.5 9 (11-1 to 4-30) 13.5 27 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 4,600/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine .5 1.2 pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is not in effect.
PA 0221708. Sewage. Chicora Borough Sewer Authority, Chicora Municipal Building, 112 Main Street, P. O. Box 35, Chicora, PA 16025-0035.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit to discharge treated sewage to Buffalo Creek in Chicora Borough, Butler County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: high quality-cold water fish, 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 discharge point to Buffalo Creek.
The proposed effluent limits, based on a design flow of 0.201 mgd, are:
Outfall No. 001 (after ultraviolet disinfection)
Monthly Weekly Instantaneous Parameter Average (mg/l) Average (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 10 15 20 Total Suspended Solids 30 45 60 Ammonia Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 1.5 3.0 (11-1 to 4-30) 4.5 9.0 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 7.0 mg/l at all times Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 2,900/100 ml as a geometric average Total Phosphorus (as P) (4-1 to 10-31) 2 4 Nitrite plus Nitrate Nitrogen 15 30 pH within limits of 6.0 to 9.0 standard units at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0100102. Sewage. Proshort Stamping Services, Inc., P. O. Box 407, Falls Creek, PA 15840.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit, to discharge treated waste to Unnamed Tributary to Wolf Run in Washington Township, Jefferson County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: cold water fish, 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 Hawthorn Water Authority on Redbank Creek located at river mile 28.0 and is located 56.9 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.000175 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 10 20 TSS 20 40 Fecal Coliform 200/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 1.4 3.3 pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0102482. Sewage. Green Acres Mobile Home Court, 797 Pittsburgh Road, Butler, PA 16002.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit to discharge treated sewage to the Unnamed Tributary to Glade Run in Penn 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 Water Works intake on Connoquenessing Creek located at Zelienople, approximately 18 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.006 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 (5-1 to 10-31) 10 20 (11-1 to 4-30) 20 40 TSS 30 60 Ammonia-Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 2.5 5 (11-1 to 4-30) 7.5 15 Total Phosphorus (as P) (4-1 to 10-31) 2 4 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 3,100/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 0.17 0.39 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 4.0 mg/l at all times pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0029491. Sewage. Clarion Area Authority, 14 North Fifth Avenue, Clarion, PA 16214.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit to discharge treated sewage to the Trout Run in Monroe Township, Clarion County. This is a major 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 Parker City intake on the Allegheny River located at Parker City, approximately 30 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 1.75 mgd are:
Average Weekly Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Average (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 40 50 TSS 30 45 60 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 75,000/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 0.5 1.6 pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is not in effect.
Proposed NPDES Permit Renewal Actions for Minor Sewage Discharges
The following parties have applied to renew their current NPDES permits to allow the continued discharge of controlled wastewaters into the surface waters of this Commonwealth. The Department of Environmental Protection (Department) has made a tentative determination to renew these permits and proposes to issue them, subject to their current permit effluent limitations, and monitoring and reporting requirements, with appropriate and necessary updated requirements to reflect new or changed regulations and other requirements. The updates may include, but will not be limited to, applicable permit conditions and/or requirements addressing combined sewer overflows (CSOs), municipal sewage sludge management and total residual chlorine control (TRC). Major changes to or deviations from the terms of the existing permit will be documented and published with the final Department actions.
The EPA, Region III, Regional Administrator has waived the right to review or object to these proposed permit actions under the waiver provision 40 CFR 123.6E.
Persons wishing to comment on the proposed permits are invited to submit a statement to the Field Office indicated as the office responsible, within 30 days from the date of this public notice. Comments received within this 30-day period will be considered in the formulation of the final determinations regarding these applications and proposed permit actions. Comments should include the name, address and telephone number of the writer and a brief statement to inform the Field Office of the basis of the comment and the relevant facts upon which it is based. A public hearing may be held if the Field 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 action. 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 permit renewal application and related documents, proposed effluent limitations and special conditions, comments received and other information are on the Department's file. The documents may be inspected at, or a copy requested from, the Field Office that has been indicated above the application notice.
Southcentral Regional Office: Water Management Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, 2nd Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17110, (717) 705-4707.
NPDES Facility Name County and Tributary New Permit No. and Address Municipality Stream Requirements PA 0028894 Fairfield Area School District
4840 Fairfield Road
Fairfield, PA 17320Adams County
Hamiltonban TownshipUNT to Spring Run TRC PA 0081051 Round Top Campground LP
180 Knight Rd.
Gettysburg, PA 17325-8767Adams County
Cumberland TownshipPlum Creek TRC
DISCHARGE OF CONTROLLED INDUSTRIAL WASTE AND SEWERAGE WASTEWATER
Applications under the Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law
(Part II Permits) The following permit applications and requests for plan approval have been received by the Department of Environmental Protection (Department).
Persons objecting on the grounds of public or private interest to the approval of an application or submitted plan may file a written protest with the Department at the address indicated above each permit application or plan. Each written protest should contain the name, address and telephone number of the protester, identification of the plan or application to which the protest is addressed and a concise statement or protest in sufficient detail to inform the Department of the exact basis of the protest and the relevant facts upon which it is based. The Department may conduct a fact-finding hearing or an informal conference in response to any given protest or protests. Each protester will be notified in writing of the time and place of any scheduled hearing or conference concerning the plan or action or application to which the protest relates. To insure consideration by the Department prior to final action on permit application and proposed plans, initial protests and additions or amendments to protests already filed should be filed within 15 calendar days from the date of this issue of the Pennsylvania Bulletin. A copy of each permit application and proposed plan is on file in the office indicated and is open to public inspection.
Persons with a disability who wish to attend the hearing and require an auxiliary aid, service or other accommodation 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 received for industrial waste and sewage applications under The Clean Streams Law (35 P. S. §§ 691.1--691.1001).
Southcentral Regional Office: Water Management Program Manager, 909 Elmerton Avenue, 2nd Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, (717) 705-4707. To review any of these applications, contact Mary DiSanto at (717) 705-4732.
A. 0500401. Sewage, submitted by East Providence Township Municipal Authority, P. O. Box 83, Municipal Lane, Breezewood, PA 15533, East Providence Township, Bedford County to construct gravity sewers and pump station to serve Graceville Road and South Breezewood was received in the Southcentral Region on January 12, 2000.
Southwest Regional Office: Water Management Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, (412) 442-4000.
A. 6500401. Sewerage, Outside-In School of Experiential Education, R. D. 1 Box 293, Bolivar, PA 15923. Application for the construction and operation of a sewage treatment plant to serve the Outside-In School of Experiential Education located in Fairfield Township, Westmoreland County.
A. 6570407-A4. Sewerage, Rostraver Township Sewage Authority, 202 Port Royal Road, Belle Vernon, PA 15012. Application for the modification and operation of a sewage treatment plant to serve the Sweeney-Fellsburg WWTP located in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County.
Northwest Regional Office: Regional Water Management Program Manager, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, (814) 332-6942.
WQM Permit No. 6200401. Sewage. Youngsville Borough, 40 Railroad Street, Youngsville, PA 16371. This project is for the construction of reed drying sludge beds at an already existing sewage treatment plant in Youngsville Borough, Warren County.
WQM Permit No. 6100401. Sewage, Mark C. Chalmers, R. R. 1 Box 246, Kennerdell, PA 16374. This project is for the construction of a Single Residence Sewage Treatment Plant in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County.
WQM Permit No. 2500401. Sewage, James J. and Norma J. Fialkowski, 7831 Clemens Road, Union City, PA 16438. This project is for the construction of a Single Residence Sewage Treatment Plant in Union Township, Erie County.
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