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STATE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
PROPOSED NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLANS RELATED TO APPLICATIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS FOR CAFOs This notice provides information about agricultural operations that have submitted nutrient management plans (NMPs) for approval under 3 Pa.C.S. Chapter 5 and that have or anticipate submitting applications for new, amended or renewed (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) NPDES permits, or Notices of Intent (NOIs) for coverage under a general permit, for CAFOs, under 25 Pa. Code Chapter 92a. This notice is provided in accordance with 25 Pa. Code Chapter 92a and 40 CFR Part 122, implementing The Clean Streams Law and the Federal Clean Water Act.
Based upon preliminary reviews, the State Conservation Commission (SCC) or County Conservation Districts (CCD) working under a delegation agreement with the SCC have completed an administrative review of NMPs described. These NMPs are published as proposed plans for comment prior to taking final actions. The NMPs are available for review at the CCD office for the county where the agricultural operation is located. A list of CCD office locations is available at http://www.nacdnet.org/about/districts/directory/pa.phtml or can be obtained from the SCC at the office address listed or by calling 717-787-8821.
Individuals wishing to comment on an NMP are invited to submit a statement outlining their comments on the plan to the CCD, with a copy to the SCC for each NMP, within 30-days from the date of this public notice. Comments received within the respective comment periods will be considered in the final determinations regarding the NMPs. Comments should include the name, address and telephone number of the writer and a concise statement to inform the SCC of the exact basis of the comments and the relevant facts upon which they are based. Comments should be sent to the SCC, Agriculture Building, Room 310, 2301 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact the SCC through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
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NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLANS
CAFO PUBLIC NOTICE SPREADSHEET—APPLICATIONS
Agricultural Operation Name and Address County Total Acres Animal Equivalent Units Animal Type Special Protection Waters (HQ or EV or NA) Renewal/New Stoner's Hijos Hill, Inc.
7678 Oellig Road
Mercersburg, PA 17236Franklin County 1,318 1,450.30 Dairy NA Renewal Glendon Nolt CAFO
222 Long Road
Lenhartsville, PA 19534Berks County 3.5 115.08 Duck and Sheep NA Renewal Zimmerman Layer Operation
315 Green Valley Road
Landisburg, PA 17040Perry County 150.1 404.25 Poultry Layers EV Renewal
PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY PERMITS Under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. §§ 721.1—721.17), the following parties have applied for Public Water Supply (PWS) permits to construct or substantially modify public water systems.
Individuals wishing to comment on permit applications are invited to submit statements to the office listed before the application within 30-days of this public notice. Comments received within this 30-day comment period will be considered in the formulation of the final determinations regarding an application. A comment should include the name, address and telephone number of the writer and a concise statement to inform the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) the exact basis of a comment and the relevant facts upon which it is based. A public hearing may be held after consideration of comments received during the 30-day public comment period.
Following the comment period, DEP will make a final determination regarding the proposed permit. Notice of this final determination will be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin at which time this determination may be appealed to the Environmental Hearing Board.
The permit application and related documents are on file at the office listed before the application and available for public review. Arrangements for inspection and copying information should be made with the office listed before the application.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact DEP through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
SAFE DRINKING WATER
Application(s) Received Under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. §§ 721.1—721.17).
Central Office: Safe Drinking Water Program, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101, 717-772-4477.
Contact: Jacob Fogarty, Environmental Engineer.
Application No. 9996631, Bottled Vended Bulk Retail, Public Water Supply.
Applicant Newport Springs Address 455 Great Smoky Mtns. Rd
Newport, TN 37821Municipality Out of State Municipality Borough County Out of State Responsible Official Jennifer Rock
159 S. Stark Hwy.
Weare, NH 03281Application Received May 4, 2023 Description Application to sell 2.5L bottle water product in the state of PA Southcentral Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Darin Horst, Environmental Engineer, 717-705-4708.
Application No. 3623516, Construction, Public Water Supply.
Applicant Solanco School District Address 121 S. Hess Street
Quarryville, PA 17566Municipality Fulton Township County Lancaster County Responsible Official Sandra Tucker
121 S. Hess Street
Quarryville, PA 17566Consulting Engineer Steckbeck Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
279 North Zinns Mill, Suite A
Lebanon, PA 17042Application Received May 1, 2023 Description Modifications to the existing treatment system including pressure tank replacement, well pump replacement, chemical feed pump replacements, contact tank installation, and installation of online instrumentation. Application No. 3623518, Construction, Public Water Supply.
Applicant East Petersburg Borough Address 6040 Main Street
East Petersburg, PA 17520Municipality East Petersburg Borough County Lancaster County Responsible Official Scott Liggins
6040 Main Street
East Petersburg, PA 17520Consulting Engineer ARRO Consulting, Inc.
108 West Airport Road
Lititz, PA 17543Application Received May 12, 2023 Description Replacement of the Graver Spring raw water pumps. Southeast Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Kimberleigh Rivers Clerical Assistant, 484-250-5887.
Application No. 1523516, Construction, Public Water Supply.
Applicant Hostettler's Market Address 479 Limestone Road
Oxford, PA 19363Municipality Lower Oxford Township County Chester County Responsible Official William Hostetter
479 Limestone Road
Oxford, PA 19363Consulting Engineer James R Holley
18 South George Street
Suite 300
York, PA 17401Application Received May 17, 2023 Description Addition of nitrate treatment and replacing UV light system.
MINOR AMENDMENT
Application(s) Received Under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act.
Southwest Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: RA-EPSWSDW@pa.gov.
Application No. 1123504-R, Reserve Source Designations, Minor Amendment, Public Water Supply.
Applicant St. Francis University of Pennsylvania Address 117 Lakeview Drive
Loretto, PA 15940Municipality Loretto Borough County Cambria County Responsible Official David Teeter
117 Lakeview Drive
Loretto, PA 15940Application Received March 28, 2023 Description Application received for the designation of Well No. 5 as a reserve source for St. Francis University of Pennsylvania. Application No. 6523510, Construction/Operation, Minor Amendment, Public Water Supply.
Applicant New Kensington Municipal Authority Address 920 Barnes Street
New Kensington, PA 15068Municipality City of New Kensington County Westmoreland County Responsible Official James Matta
920 Barnes Street
New Kensington, PA 15068Consulting Engineer Gibson-Thomas Engineering Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 853
Latrobe, PA 15650Application Received May 8, 2023 Description Application received for the construction and operation of caustic soda for pH adjustment at New Kensington Municipal Authority's H. Burns Smith Water Treatment Plant.
LAND RECYCLING AND ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION
UNDER ACT 2, 1995
PREAMBLE 1
Acknowledgment of Notice(s) of Intent to Remediate Submitted Under the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act (35 P.S. §§ 6026.101—6026.908).
Sections 302—305 of the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act (Act) require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to publish in the Pennsylvania Bulletin an acknowledgment noting receipt of any Notices of Intent (NOI) to Remediate. An acknowledgment of the receipt of a NOI to Remediate is used to identify a site where an individual proposes to, or has been required to, respond to a release of a regulated substance at a site. Individuals intending to use the background standard, Statewide health standard, the site-specific standard, or who intend to remediate a site as a special industrial area, must file a NOI to Remediate with DEP. A NOI to Remediate filed with DEP provides a brief description of the location of the site, a list of known or suspected contaminants at the site, the proposed remediation measures for the site, and a description of the intended future use of the site. An individual who demonstrates attainment of one, or a combination of the cleanup standards, or who receives approval of a special industrial area remediation identified under the Act, will be relieved of further liability for the remediation of the site for any contamination identified in reports submitted to and approved by DEP. Furthermore, an individual shall not be subject to citizen suits or other contribution actions brought by responsible individuals not participating in the remediation.
Under Sections 304(n)(1)(ii) and 305(c)(2) of the Act, there is a 30-day public and municipal comment period for sites proposed for remediation using a site-specific standard, in whole or in part, and for sites remediated as a special industrial area. This period begins when a summary of the NOI to Remediate is published in a newspaper of general circulation in the area of the site. For the following identified site(s), proposed for remediation to a site-specific standard or as a special industrial area, the municipality, within which the site is located, may request to be involved in the development of the remediation and reuse plans for the site if the request is made within 30-days of the following specified date. During this comment period the municipality may request that the following identified individual, as the remediator of the site, develop and implement a public involvement plan. Requests to be involved, and comments, should be directed to the remediator of the site.
For further information concerning plans or reports, please contact the Regional Office Program Manager previously listed in the notice.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact DEP through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
The DEP has received the following Notice(s) of Intent to Remediate.
Southcentral Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program Manager, 717-705-4705.
Cambridge Crossing, Phases II & III, Primary Facility ID # 866779, Biglerville Road and Boyds School Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325, Cumberland Township, Adams County. Barry Isett & Associates, 5420 Crackersport Road, Allentown, PA 18104 on behalf of Cambridge Crossing 1, LLC, 160 Ram Drive, Hanover, PA 17331, submitted a Notice of Intent to Remediate. Notice of Intent to Remediate groundwater contaminated with TCE. The site will be remediated to the Background & Statewide health standards. Future use of the site is residential. The Notice of Intent to Remediate was published in Gettysburg Times Publishing, LLC on May 9, 2023. Application received: May 16, 2023.
Southeast Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Charline Bass, Administrative Assistant, 484-250-5787.
Holmesburg Shopping Center, Primary Facility ID # 866077, 8423-8455 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19136, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. Richard S. Werner, PG, Environmental Consulting, Inc., 2002 Renaissance Boulevard, Suite 110, King of Prussia, PA 19406 on behalf of Paul Seo, North City Development Company, 500 Cottman Avenue, Cheltenham, PA 19012, submitted a Notice of Intent to Remediate. Soil at the site has been found to be contaminated with petroleum. The proposed cleanup standard for the site is the Statewide health standard The Notice of Intent to Remediate was published in The Northeast Times on April 19, 2023. Application received: April 12, 2023.
Llanerch Shopping Center, Primary Facility ID # 843324, 403 West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083, Haverford Township, Delaware County. Jason Hanna, Langan Engineering, 2400 Ansys Drive, Canonsburg, PA 15317 on behalf of Jim Bladel, Llanerch Shopping Center, LP, 1301 Lancaster Avenue, Berwyn, PA 19312, submitted a Notice of Intent to Remediate. The site has been found to be contaminated with 1,2,3-Trichlorobenzene, 1,2,4-trichlorobenzene, chloroform, tetrachloroethene (PCE), trichloroethylene (TCE), 2-methylnaphthalene, dibenzofuran, naphthalene, arsenic, barium, cadmium, cobalt, iron, manganese, and thallium in groundwater and Benzo(a)pyrene, dibenzo(a,h)anthracene, naphthalene, arsenic, and thallium in soil. The site is currently developed with a commercial plaza with shopping and medical offices; that use is planned to continue. The proposed cleanup standard for the site is the site-specific standard. The Notice of Intent to Remediate was published in Marketplace Classifieds on March 29, 2022. Application received: April 6, 2023.
68 Red Rose Drive Transformer Spill, Primary Facility ID # 865881, 68 Red Rose Drive, Levittown, PA 19456, Middletown Township, Bucks County. Chris Zeliznak, PG, Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., 1060 Andrew Drive, Suite 140, West Chester, PA 19380 on behalf of George Horvat, PECO Energy Company, 2301 Market Street, S7-2, Philadelphia, PA 19103, submitted a Notice of Intent to Remediate. Soil at the site has been contaminated with PCBs. The site contamination was from a damaged pole-mounted electrical transformer. The proposed cleanup standard for the site is the Statewide health standard The Notice of Intent to Remediate was published in Bucks County Courier Times on April 9, 2023. Application received: April 6, 2023.
AIR QUALITY
PLAN APPROVAL AND OPERATING PERMIT APPLICATIONS The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has developed an integrated plan approval, State Operating Permit and Title V Operating Permit program. This integrated approach is designed to make the permitting process more efficient for DEP, the regulated community and the general public. This approach allows the owner or operator of a facility to submit permitting documents relevant to its application for all sources related to a facility or a proposed project, affords an opportunity for public input, and provides for a decision on the issuance of the necessary permits.
The DEP received applications for Plan Approvals or Operating Permits from the following facilities. Copies of the application, DEP's analysis, all pertinent documents used in the evaluation of the application and subsequently prepared proposed plan approvals/operating permits are available for public review during normal business hours at the appropriate DEP Regional Office. Appointments for scheduling a review must be made by calling the appropriate DEP Regional Office. The address and telephone number of the Regional Office is listed before the application notices.
Individuals wishing to file a written protest or provide comments or additional information, which they believe should be considered prior to the issuance of a permit, may submit the information to the DEP's Regional Office. A 30-day comment period from the date of this publication will exist for the submission of comments, protests and information. Each submission must contain the name, address and telephone number of the person submitting the comments, identification of the proposed Plan Approval/Operating Permit including the permit number and a concise statement regarding the relevancy of the information or objections to issuance of the permit.
Any individual wishing to request a hearing may do so during the 30-day comment period. A public hearing may be held, if DEP, in its discretion, decides that a hearing is warranted based on the information received. Persons submitting comments or requesting a hearing will be notified of the decision to hold a hearing by publication in the newspaper, the Pennsylvania Bulletin or by telephone, when DEP determines this type of notification is sufficient. Requests for a public hearing and any relevant information should be directed to the appropriate DEP Regional Office.
Permits issued to the owners or operators of sources subject to 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127, Subchapter D or E, or located within a Title V facility or subject to 25 Pa. Code § 129.51(a) or permits issued for sources with limitations on their potential to emit used to avoid otherwise applicable Federal requirements may be submitted to the United States Environmental Protection Agency for review and approval as a revision to the State Implementation Plan. Final Plan Approvals and Operating Permits will contain terms and conditions to ensure that the sources are constructed and operating in compliance with applicable requirements in the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015), 25 Pa. Code Chapters 121—145, the Federal Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C.A. §§ 7401—7671q) and regulations adopted under the Federal Clean Air Act.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact DEP through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
OPERATING PERMITS
Notice of Intent to Issue Title V Operating Permit(s) Under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127, Subchapter G.
Northwest Region: Air Quality Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: Matthew Williams, Facilities Permitting Chief, 814-332-6328.
10-00028, Armstrong Cement & Supply, 100 Clearfield Road, Cabot, PA 16023, Winfield Township, Butler County. Application received: March 29, 2022. The Department intends to issue a renewal of the Title V Permit to Armstrong Cement and Supply for the operation of a cement manufacturing facility. The facility's major emission sources include raw material stockpiles, primary and secondary crushers for raw materials, material conveyance systems, cement kilns, finish mills, and miscellaneous support operations. The permit contains the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) from the Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry (40 CFR 63 Subpart LLL) and the NESHAPs for Stationary Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines (40 CFR 63, Subpart ZZZZ). The permit contains the applicable Federal and State requirements to ensure compliance with the Air Pollution Control Act. The permit incorporates the RACT III presumptive requirements (Sections 129.111, 129.112, and 129.115). The facility is a major stationary source as defined in Title I, Part D of the Clean Air Act Amendments due to its potential to emit particulate matter less than ten microns in diameter, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides. The facility is therefore subject to the Title V Operating Permit require-ments adopted in 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127, Subchapter G. The actual emissions reported by the facility for 2021 were 31.9 TPY CO, 289.6 TPY NOx, 3.74 TPY PM10, 1.45 TPY PM2.5, 683.21 TPY SOx, and 2.35 TPY VOC. Copies of the application, the Department's analysis and other documents used in the evaluation of the application are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Department of Environmental Protection, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335. Any person wishing to provide the Department of Environmental Protection with additional information that they believe should be considered prior to the issuance of this permit may submit the information to the Department at the previously listed address. A 30-day comment period, from the date of this publication, will exist for the submission of comments. Each written comment must contain the name, address and telephone number of the person submitting the comments, identification of the proposed permit (specify Permit # TV 10-00028) and concise statements regarding the relevancy of the information in the proposed permit or objections to issuance of the permit. A public hearing may be held, if the Department, in its discretion, decides that such a hearing is warranted based on the information received. All persons submitting comments or requesting a hearing will be notified of the decision to hold a hearing by publication in the newspaper or by the Pennsylvania Bulletin, or by telephone, where the Department determines such notification by telephone is sufficient. Written comments or requests for a public hearing should be directed to Mr. Eric A. Gustafson, Regional Air Quality Program Manager, Department of Environmental Protection, Northwest Region, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335. For additional information concerning the permit or the issuance procedure, contact Mr. Matthew Williams, Facilities Permitting Chief, Air Quality Program, at the same address or phone at (814) 332-6131.
Southeast Region: Air Quality Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Janine Tulloch-Reid, Facilities Permitting Chief, 484-250-5920.
46-00011, Cleveland Cliffs Plate/Conshohocken, 900 Conshohocken Rd, Conshohocken, PA 19428, Plymouth Township, Montgomery County. Application received: December 22, 2022. Received: December 22, 2022.
In accordance with 25 Pa. Code §§ 129.111—129.115 (relating to additional RACT requirements for major sources of NOx and VOCs for the 2015 ozone NAAQS), the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (Department, DEP) has made a preliminary determination to approve a RACT III alternate compliance plan for Cleveland Cliffs Plate LLC. The RACT III alternate compliance plan, if approved by the Department, will be issued as a significant modification to the facility's Title V operating permit (46-00011).
The RACT III alternate compliance plan incorporates provisions and requirements for the control of emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's). These provisions and requirements are intended to address the Commonwealth's RACT obligations under section 184 of the Clean Air Act for the 2015 8-hour ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards. The RACT III alternate compliance plan does not adopt any new regulations. If approved by the Department, this RACT III alternate compliance plan will be submitted to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for a revision to the Commonwealth's State Implementation Plan (SIP). Requirements that are not part of the RACT III alternate compliance plan will be excluded from the SIP revision submittal.
The following is a summary of the RACT III alternate compliance requirements for this facility that are proposed to be submitted to the EPA as a revision to the Commonwealth's SIP, found in the Title V Operating Permit:
Source ID Source Name RACT III Determination Change to TVOP Condition No. Citation Current RACT Control RACT III
Control Update033 3-emergency diesel generators Presumptive NOx and VOC Section D, condition
No. 00725 Pa. Code
§ 129.112(c)(10)GCP GCP 105 Misc Cutting/Heating Presumptive NOx Section D, condition
No. 00625 Pa. Code
§ 129.112(c)(1)GCP GCP 154 Steckel Mill Furnaces A&B Presumptive NOx Section D, condition
No. 00925 Pa. Code
§ 129.112(c)(1)GCP GCP 102 Quench Furnace Alternate Analysis NOx Presumptive VOC Section D, condition
No. 01125 Pa. Code
§ 129.112(c)(2)GCP GCP 106 Rose Annealing Furnace Alternate Analysis NOx Presumptive VOC Section D, condition
No. 01125 Pa. Code
§§ 129.112(c)(2) and 129.114(a)GCP GCP 110 Slab Heating Furnace 1 Alternate Analysis NOx and VOC Section D, condition
No. 00925 Pa. Code
§ 129.114(a)GCP GCP 110 Slab Heating Furnace 2 Alternate Analysis NOx and VOC Section D, condition
No. 00925 Pa. Code
§ 129.114(a)LNB + FGR + GCP LNB + FGR + GCP 152 Temper Furnace Alternate Analysis NOx Section D, condition
No. 01125 Pa. Code
§ 129.114(a)GCP GCP GCP means Good combustion Practices
LNB means Low Nitrogen Oxide Burner
FGR means Flue Gas Recirculation
A 30-day public comment period is provided for persons wishing to file a written protest, objection, comments or additional information, which they believe should be considered prior to the issuance of a permit. The written comments, information, protests or objections may be submitted to Janine Tulloch-Reid, Environmental Engineering Manager, Air Quality Program, at 2 E. Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, or at mailto:jtullochre@pa.gov on or before the closing date of this 30-day public comment period. The 30-day public comment period closes on July 3rd, 2023.
Each written submission must contain the name, address and telephone number of the person submitting the comments, identification of the RACT III alternate compliance plan, including the permit number, and a concise statement regarding the RACT III alternate compliance plan provision or requirement that the person is commenting on and the relevancy of the information or objections to issuance of the RACT III alternate compliance plan.
A public hearing will be held on July 5, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. at the DEP Southeast Regional Office, 2 E. Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, to accept oral comments on the proposed RACT III alternate compliance plan action and the proposed SIP revision. To register to speak at the hearing, please contact Ms. Stephanie Berardi, Community Relations Coordinator, at sberardi@pa.gov or 484.250.5808. Speakers must pre-register in order to testify at the hearing. The last day to pre-register to speak at the hearing will be Friday, June 30, 2023.
Oral testimony at the hearing will be limited to a maximum of 5 minutes per individual and two written copies of the oral testimony are requested. Each organization is requested to designate one witness to present testimony on its behalf. Persons unable to attend the hearing may submit a written statement and exhibits within 10 days thereafter to Janine Tulloch-Reid at 2 E. Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, or at jtullochre@pa.gov.
All pertinent documents are available electronically for public review and copies can be requested by contacting Janine Tulloch-Reid at 484-250-5920 or at jtullochre@ pa.gov.
OPERATING PERMITS
Notice of Intent to Issue Operating Permit(s) Under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127, Subchapter F.
Northcentral Region: Air Quality Program, 208 W. 3rd Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, 570-327-3636.
Contact: Muhammad Q. Zaman, Program Manager, 570-327-3648.
08-00027, Oak Hill Veneer, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Troy, PA 16947, Troy Township, Bradford County. Application received: October 25, 2022. The Department intends to issue a renewal State Only (Synthetic Minor) operating permit for the wood veneer mill. The facility's main sources include one (1) 16.26 million Btu per hour, wood-fired boiler, the air contaminant emissions from which are controlled by a multi-clone collector (Source 031), one (1) 14.7 million Btu per hour, natural gas-fired Hurst boiler (Source 032), two veneer dryers Source P101), and woodworking equipment and wood storage operation, the air contaminant emissions from which are controlled by a cyclone (Source P102). The facility has potential to emit 45.56 tons per year (tpy) of particulate matter/particulate matter with an effective aerodynamic diameter of less than or equal to 10 micrometer, 7.86 tpy of nitrogen oxides, 97.97 tpy of carbon monoxide, 1.78 tpy of volatile organic compounds, and 1.79 tpy of sulfur oxides. The wood-fired boiler is subject to 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart JJJJJJ—National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers Area Sources. The emission limits and work practice standards along with testing, monitoring, recordkeeping and reporting requirements have been included in the operating permit to ensure the facility complies with all applicable Federal and State air quality regulations. These operating permit conditions have been derived from the applicable requirements of 25 Pa. Code, Chapters 121—145, as well as 40 CFR Part 63 and 98. All pertinent documents used in the evaluation of the application are available for public review during normal business hours at the Department's Northcentral Regional Office, 208 West Third Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701. Appointments for scheduling a review must be made by calling 570-327-3636.
Northwest Region: Air Quality Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: Matthew Williams, Facilities Permitting Chief, 814-332-6940.
32-00013, Indiana Regional Medical Center, 835 Hospital Road, Indiana, PA 15701, White Township, Indiana County. Application received: May 26, 2022. The Department intends to issue the renewal of the State Only Operating Permit for Indiana Regional Medical Center. The facility is a Natural Minor. The primary sources at the facility consist of 3 natural gas or No. 2 fuel-oil boilers rated at 20.9 MMBtu/hr, 24.48 MMBtu/hr and 25.12 MMBtu/hr; and 4 diesel fired emergency generators rated at 155 kW and three at 1,000 kW fuel. The potential emissions for this facility are estimated at 57 tpy NOx, 32 tpy CO, 98 tpy SOx, 5 tpy PM and 6 tpy VOC. The renewal permit contains emission restrictions, recordkeeping, work practice, and additional requirements to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act and the Air Pollution Control Act and is subject to 40 CFR Part 60 Subpart Dc and IIII.
Southcentral Region: Air Quality Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Thomas Hanlon, PE, East Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4862.
38-03047, Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs, Fort Indiantown Gap, Environmental Office, Bldg. 0-11, Annville, PA 17003, Union Township, Lebanon County. Application received: June 22, 2022. For the operation of a military support facility. The facility has the potential to emit about 3.43 tons per year of SOx, 51.91 tons per year of NOx, 20.25 tons per year of VOCs, 11.19 tons per year of CO, and 2.03 tons per year of HAPs. The Operating Permit will include emission limits and work practice standards along with monitoring, recordkeeping and reporting requirements to ensure the facility complies with the applicable air quality regulations. Among other items, the conditions include provisions derived from 25 Pa. Code § 129.52, 40 CFR 60 Subpart IIII and 40 CFR 60 Subpart JJJJ.
COAL & NONCOAL MINING ACTIVITY APPLICATIONS Applications under the Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act (52 P.S. §§ 1396.1—1396.31); the Noncoal Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act (52 P.S. §§ 3301—3326); the Clean Streams Law (35 P.S. §§ 691.1—691.1001); the Coal Refuse Disposal Control Act (52 P.S. §§ 30.51—30.66); the Bituminous Mine Subsidence and Land Conservation Act (52 P.S. §§ 1406.1—1406.21).
Mining activity permits issued in response to such applications are also subject to applicable permitting requirements of the following statutes: the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015); the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act (32 P.S. §§ 693.1—693.27); and the Solid Waste Management Act (35 P.S. §§ 6018.101—6018.1003).
The following permit applications to conduct mining activities have been received by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). A copy of the application is available for inspection at the District Mining Office indicated above each application. Requests for 401 Water Quality Certifications are included in individual application only if noted.
Written comments or objections, or requests for an informal conference, or a public hearing, as applicable, on a mining permit application may be submitted by any person or any officer or head of any Federal, State or Local Government Agency or Authority to DEP at the address of the District Mining Office indicated above each application within 30-days of this publication, or within 30-days after the last publication of the applicant's newspaper advertisement, as provided by 25 Pa. Code §§ 77.121—77.123 and 86.31—86.34 (relating to public notices of filing of permit applications, opportunity for comment, and informal conferences). Such comments or objections should contain the name, address and phone number of persons submitting comments or objections; application number; and a statement of sufficient detail to inform DEP on the basis of comment or objection and relevant facts upon which it is based.
In addition, requests for an informal conference, or a public hearing, as applicable, on a mining permit application, as provided by 25 Pa. Code § 77.123 (relating to public hearing-informal conferences) or § 86.34 (relating to informal conferences), must also contain a brief summary of the issues to be raised by the requestor at the conference and a statement whether the requestor desires to have the conference conducted in the locality of the proposed mining activities.
Where a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) number is listed, the mining activity permit application is associated with an application for an NPDES permit. A separate notice will be provided for the draft NPDES permit.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact DEP through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
Coal Applications
Effluent Limits—The following range of effluent limits (Table 1) will apply to NPDES permits issued in conjunction with the associated coal mining activity permit. Additional effluent limits will be listed as part of the publication of the draft NPDES permit.
Table 1
30-Day Daily Instantaneous Parameter Average Maximum Maximum Iron (total) 1.5 to 3.0 mg/l 3.0 to 6.0 mg/l 3.5 to 7.0 mg/l Manganese (total) 1.0 to 2.0 mg/l 2.0 to 4.0 mg/l 2.5 to 5.0 mg/l Suspended solids 10 to 35 mg/l 20 to 70 mg/l 25 to 90 mg/l Aluminum (Total) 0.75 to 2.0 mg/l 1.5 to 4.0 mg/l 2.0 to 5.0 mg/l pH must always be greater than 6.0; less than 9.0. Alkalinity must always be greater than acidity. California District Mining Office: 25 Technology Drive, Coal Center, PA 15423, 724-769-1100.
Contact: Bonnie Herbert, Clerical Assistant.
Mining Permit No. 17071301. NPDES No. PA0235784. Rosebud Mining Company, 301 Market Street, Kittanning, PA 16201, Burnside Township, Clearfield County. To revise the permit and related NPDES permit to add the Lower Kittanning coal seam to the mining plan, affecting 9.1 proposed subsidence control plan acres. Application received: March 17, 2023. Accepted: May 16, 2023.
Mining Permit No. 30841307. NPDES No. PA0213438. Iron Emerald, LLC, 200 Evergreene Drive, P.O. Box 1020, Waynesburg, PA 15370, Franklin Township, Greene County. To transfer the permit and related NPDES permit to change the name from Emerald Contura, LLC, effective on April 8, 2021. Application received: March 20, 2023. Accepted: May 17, 2023.
Mining Permit No. 30841316. NPDES No. PA 0213535. Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC, 275 Technology Drive, Suite 101, Canonsburg, PA 15317, Richhill and Aleppo Townships, Greene County. To revise the permit and related NPDES permit for development mining only, affecting 4,418.26 proposed underground acres and 4,418.26 proposed subsidence control plan acres. Application received: March 22, 2023. Accepted: May 18, 2023.
Pottsville District Mining Office: 5 West Laurel Boulevard, Pottsville, PA 17901, 570-621-3118.
Contact: RA-EPPottsvilleDMO@pa.gov.
Mining Permit No. 54111302. M & D Anthracite Coal Company, 71 Hill Road, Hegins, PA 17938, Cass Township, Schuylkill County. Renewal of an anthracite underground mine operation affecting 2.1 acres. Receiving stream. West Branch Schuylkill River, classified for the following uses: CWF, MF. Application received: May 12, 2023.
Noncoal Applications
Effluent Limits—The following Table 2 effluent limits apply to NPDES permits issued in conjunction with a noncoal mining permit. Additional effluent limits will be listed as part of the publication of the draft NPDES permit.
Table 2
30-day Daily Instantaneous Parameter Average Maximum Maximum Suspended solids 10 to 35 mg/l 20 to 70 mg/l 25 to 90 mg/l Alkalinity must always exceed acidity. pH must always be greater than 6.0; less than 9.0.
Cambria District Mining Office: 286 Industrial Park Road, Ebensburg, PA 15931-4119, 814-472-1800.
Contact: Melanie Ford-Wigfield, 814-472-1900, ra-epcambria@pa.gov.
Mining Permit No. 56090301. NPDES No. PA0262846. New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., P.O. Box 77, New Enterprise, PA 16664, Jefferson Township, Somerset County. Permit modification to encompass permit numbers 4074SM12 & 56010301 with this large industrial mineral mine. Total permit acres will be 577.4. Receiving stream: unnamed tributary to Kooser Run and unnamed tributaries to Shafer Run (tributaries to Laurel Creek), classified for the following use: HQ-CWF. Application received: May 11, 2023.
Knox District Mining Office: P.O. Box 669, 310 Best Avenue, Knox, PA 16232-0669, 814-797-1191.
Contact: Cayleigh Boniger, Clerical Supervisor, 814-797-0824.
Mining Permit No. 33020303. NPDES No. PA0242144. Glen-Gery Corporation, 1166 Spring Street, P.O. Box 7001, Wyomissing, PA 19610, Oliver Township, Jefferson County. Renewal of an NPDES permit. Application received: May 19, 2023.
Moshannon District Mining Office: 186 Enterprise Drive, Philipsburg, PA 16866, 814-342-8200.
Contact: Cassie Stanton, Clerical Assistant.
Mining Permit No. 08230301. NPDES No. PA0270041. Bishop Brothers Construction Company, Inc., 1376 Leisure Drive, Towanda, PA 18848, Athens Borough, Bradford County. Permit application for a new large noncoal (industrial minerals) surface mine affecting 360.7 acres. Receiving stream(s): Tutelow Creek & Chemung River classified for the following use(s): WWF, MF. The surface mining operation proposes to conduct blasting. A land use change from Cropland to a Water Impoundment and Forestland to Unmanaged Natural Habitat is proposed with this application. Variances are proposed to conduct mining and support activities within 100 feet of several streams. A bridge crossing is proposed to be installed over Tutelow Creek. A culvert pipe crossing is proposed to be installed in an unnamed tributary to Tutelow Creek. Mining and support activities are proposed within 100 feet of an unnamed tributary to Tutelow Creek and Tutelow Creek itself. Mining and Support activities are proposed within the floodway of Tutelow Creek and Chemung River. Application received: May 15, 2023. Accepted: May 18, 2023.
ABANDONED MINE RECLAMATION
LETTERS OF INTEREST Under Act 181 of 1984, the Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting interest/reclamation proposals from landowners, licensed mine operators, and/or eligible reclamation contractors for the reclamation of the following abandoned strip mine:
Project No. 14080101.1, Snowshoe Township and Burnside Township, Centre County, 3.5 acres.
Warren C. Hartman Cont. Snowshoe & Mine # 66 Operation Burnside Townships Centre 3.5 SMP 14081010. A pre-proposal site meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 10:00 AM on site to tour the reclamation area with all interested parties. Preregistration is necessary via a letter of interest or verbal confirmation through Scott Hammond, Mining Permit and Compliance Specialist, Moshannon District Office, Department of Environmental Protection, 186 Enterprise Drive, Philipsburg, PA 16866, no later than 3:30 PM, June 12, 2023. Telephone inquiries shall be directed to Scott Hammond at 814.342.8200 (office) or 814.505.3252 (cell) or by email at scotthammo@pa.gov. Proposal documents package will be provided at meeting. Only proposals from those in attendance will be considered for this contract. Project Overview: Work will be done on a reclaimed mine land located on Pennsylvania State Game Land # 100. Work will consist of grading of an existing stormwater management pond to improve access and habitat for wildlife; construction of a 580-foot long, vegetated stormwater diversion swale; seeding, mulching, and revegetation of all disturbed and reclaimed areas according to Pennsylvania State Game Commission (PGC) specifications; preserving and rehabilitating the existing access road should any damage occur; implementation of E&S controls and removal of those controls when stabilization is achieved. Contractor shall comply with all PGC regulations and obey any restrictions to site access and working during all hunting seasons.
MINING ACTIVITY NPDES DRAFT PERMITS
This notice provides information about applications for a new, amended or renewed National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits associated with mining activity (coal or noncoal) permits. The applications concern industrial waste (mining) discharges to surface water and discharges of stormwater associated with mining activities. This notice is provided in accordance with 25 Pa. Code Chapters 91 and 92a and 40 CFR Part 122, implementing provisions of The Clean Streams Law (35 P.S. §§ 691.1—691.1001) and the Federal Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §§ 1251—1376).
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has prepared a draft NPDES permit and made a tentative determination to issue the NPDES permit in conjunction with the associated mining activity permit.
Effluent Limits for Coal Mining Activities
For coal mining activities, NPDES permits, when issued, will contain effluent limits that are the more stringent of technology-based (BAT) effluent limitations or Water Quality Based Effluent Limits (WQBEL).
The BAT limits for coal mining activities, as provided in 40 CFR Part 434 and 25 Pa. Code Chapters 87—90 are as follows:
30-Day Daily Instantaneous Parameter Average Maximum Maximum Iron (Total) 3.0 mg/l 6.0 mg/l 7.0 mg/l Manganese (Total) 2.0 mg/l 4.0 mg/l 5.0 mg/l Suspended solids 35 mg/l 70 mg/l 90 mg/l pH must always be greater than 6.0; less than 9.0. Alkalinity must always be greater than acidity. A settleable solids instantaneous maximum limit of 0.5 ml/l applies to: surface runoff (resulting from a precipitation event of less than or equal to a 10-year 24-hour event) from active mining areas; active areas disturbed by coal refuse disposal activities; mined areas backfilled and revegetated; and all other discharges and drainage (resulting from a precipitation event of greater than 1-year 24-hour to less than or equal to a 10-year 24-hour event) from coal refuse disposal piles. Similarly, modified BAT limits apply to iron, manganese and suspended solids in surface runoff, discharges and drainage resulting from these precipitation events and those of greater magnitude in accordance with 25 Pa. Code §§ 87.102, 88.92, 88.187, 88.292, 89.52 and 90.102.
Exceptions to BAT effluent limits may be applicable in accordance with 25 Pa. Code §§ 87.102, 88.92, 88.187, 88.292, 89.52 and 90.102.
Effluent Limits for Noncoal Mining Activities
The limits for noncoal mining activities as provided in 25 Pa. Code § 77.522 are pH 6 to 9 and other parameters DEP may require.
Discharges from noncoal mines located in some geologic settings (for example, in the coal fields) may require additional water quality based effluent limits. If additional effluent limits are needed for an NPDES permit associated with a noncoal mining permit, then the permit description specifies the parameters.
Coal NPDES Draft Permits
Cambria District Mining Office: 286 Industrial Park Road, Ebensburg, PA 15931-4119, 814-472-1800.
Contact: Melanie Ford-Wigfield, 814.472.1900, ra-epcambria@pa.gov.
NPDES No. PA0279641. Mining Permit No. 56180102. Heritage Coal & Natural Res LLC, 550 Beagle Road, Rockwood, PA 15557, Stonycreek Township, Somerset County. Renewal of an NDPES permit affecting 101.3 acres related to a coal mining activity permit. Receiving stream: unnamed tributary to Boone Run, classified for the following use: CWF. The receiving stream is included in the Kiski-Conemaugh TMDL. Application received: April 26, 2023.
Unless otherwise noted, the proposed effluent limits for all outfalls in this permit are the BAT limits described previously for coal mining activities.
The following outfalls discharge to unnamed tributary to Boone Run:
Outfall Number
New or Existing Type Discharge Rate 002 Existing TFO Precipitation Induced 003 Existing SWO Precipitation Induced The proposed effluent limits for the previously listed outfalls are as follows:
30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum Total Iron (mg/L) XXX 1.5 3.0 3.7 Total Manganese (mg/L) XXX 1.0 2.0 2.5 Total Aluminum (mg/L) XXX 0.75 0.75 0.75 Total Suspended Solids (mg/L) XXX 35.0 70.0 90.0 pH (S.U.) 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0 Net Alkalinity (mg/L) 0.0 XXX XXX XXX Total Alkalinity (mg/L) XXX XXX XXX Report Total Acidity (mg/L) XXX XXX XXX Report Flow (gpm) XXX XXX XXX Report Temperature (°C) XXX XXX XXX Report Specific Conductance (µmhos/cm) XXX XXX XXX Report This mine site also contains or is hydrologically connected to substandard discharges for which there is no responsible party. Pursuant to 25 Pa. Code § 87.201, effluent limits for those discharges will be based upon the existing baseline pollution load, or the standards found at 25 Pa. Code § 87.102(a) Group A, whichever is least stringent.
Knox District Mining Office: P.O. Box 669, 310 Best Avenue, Knox, PA 16232-0669, 814-797-1191.
Contact: Cayleigh Boniger, Clerical Supervisor, 814-797-0824.
NPDES No. PA0258547. Mining Permit No. 33080105. Original Fuels, Inc., P.O. Box 343, Punxsutawney, PA 15767, Perry Township, Young Township, Jefferson County. Renewal of an NPDES permit. Application received: April 4, 2023.
Unless otherwise noted for a specific outfall, the proposed effluent limits for all outfalls in this permit are the BAT limits described previously for coal mining activities. The following treated wastewater outfalls discharge to unnamed tributaries to Mahoning Creek.
Outfall Number New or Existing Type Discharge Rate: MGD 001 Existing SWO 0.355 002 Existing SWO 0.329 003 Existing SWO 0.120 004 Existing SWO 0.357 005 Existing SWO 0.294 006 Existing SWO 0.220 007 Existing TFO 0.072 008 Existing TFO 0.072 The proposed effluent limits for the previously listed outfalls are as follows:
30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Maximum Average Maximum Maximum pH1 (S.U.) 6.0 9.0 Iron (mg/l) 3.0 6.0 7.0 Manganese (mg/l) 2.0 4.0 5.0 Aluminum (mg/l) 2.0 4.0 5.0 Total Suspended Solids (mg/l) 35.0 70.0 90.0 Alkalinity greater than acidity1 1The parameter is applicable at all times. Noncoal NPDES Draft Permits
Cambria District Mining Office: 286 Industrial Park Road, Ebensburg, PA 15931-4119, 814-472-1800.
Contact: Melanie Ford-Wigfield, 814-472-1900, ra-epcambria@pa.gov.
NPDES No. PA0269107. Mining Permit No. 32230301. ABM Mining Company, Inc., 3330 Johnston Road, Smicksburg, PA 16256, Grant Township, Indiana County. Renewal/revision of an NPDES permit affecting 41.6 acres related to a noncoal mining activity permit. Receiving stream: unnamed tributary to Little Mahoning Creek and unnamed tributary to/and Rairigh Run, classified for the following use: HQ-CWF. Application received: February 2, 2023.
Unless otherwise noted, the proposed effluent limits for all outfalls in this permit are the BAT limits described previously for noncoal mining activities.
There will be no point source discharges from the treatment facilities. Point source discharges from the emergency spillways of stormwater facilities will occur for precipitation in excess of the 10-year 24-hour event.
The following stormwater emergency spillway outfalls discharge to unnamed tributary to Little Mahoning Creek and unnamed Tributary to/and Rairigh Run:
Outfall Number
New or Existing Type Discharge Rate 003 (SP-1) Existing Stormwater Precipitation Induced 004 (SP-2) Existing Stormwater Precipitation Induced 005 (SP-3) Existing Stormwater Precipitation Induced 006 (SP-4) Existing Stormwater Precipitation Induced The proposed effluent limits for the previously listed outfalls are as follows:
30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum Total Suspended Solids (mg/L) XXX XXX XXX 90.0 pH (S.U.) 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0 The following treatment facility outfalls discharge infiltration galleries:
Outfall Number
New or Existing Type Discharge Rate 002 (TF-2) Existing Pit water Precipitation Induced The proposed effluent limits for discharge to infiltration galleries from the stormwater and treatment facility outfalls are as follows:
30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum Total Iron (mg/L) XXX XXX XXX 7.0 Total Manganese (mg/L) XXX XXX XXX 5.0 Total Aluminum (mg/L) XXX XXX XXX 5.0 Total Suspended Solids (mg/L) XXX XXX XXX 90.0 pH (S.U.) 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0 NPDES No. PA0594407. Mining Permit No. 01740601. New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., P.O. Box 77, New Enterprise, PA 16664, Cumberland Township, Adams County. Renewal of an NPDES permit affecting 122.5 acres. Receiving stream: Rock Creek, classified for the following use: WWF. Application received: April 3, 2023.
Unless otherwise noted, the proposed effluent limits for all outfalls in this permit are the BAT limits described previously for noncoal mining activities.
The following treated wastewater outfalls discharge to Rock Creek:
Outfall Number
New or Existing Type Discharge Rate 001 Existing TFO 0.65 MGD 002 Existing SWO Precipitation Induced The proposed effluent limits for the previously listed outfalls are as follows:
Outfalls: 001 (All Discharges) 30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum Total Suspended Solids (ml/L) XXX 35.0 70.0 90.0 pH (S.U.) 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0 Temperature (°C) XXX XXX XXX Report Flow (mgd) XXX 1.5 XXX Report
Outfalls: 002 (Dry Weather Discharges) 30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum Total Suspended Solids (ml/L) XXX 35.0 70.0 90.0 pH (S.U.) 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0 Temperature (°C) XXX XXX XXX Report Flow (mgd) XXX XXX XXX Report
Outfalls: 002 (10-yr/24-hr Precip. Event) 30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum Total Settleable Solids (ml/L) XXX XXX XXX 0.5 pH (S.U.) 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0 Temperature (°C) XXX XXX XXX Report Flow (mgd) XXX XXX XXX Report
Outfalls: 002 (>10-yr/24-hr Precip. Event) 30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum pH (S.U.) 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0 Knox District Mining Office: P.O. Box 669, 310 Best Avenue, Knox, PA 16232-0669, 814-797-1191.
Contact: Cayleigh Boniger, Clerical Supervisor, 814-797-0824.
NPDES No. PA0259080. Mining Permit No. 10110303. Allegheny Mineral Corporation, P.O. Box 1022, Kittanning, PA 16201, Washington Township, Butler County. Renewal of an NPDES permit. Application received: April 10, 2023.
Unless otherwise noted, the proposed effluent limits for all outfalls in this permit are the BAT limits described previously for noncoal mining activities.
The following treated wastewater outfalls discharge to unnamed tributaries North Branch and Slippery Rock Creek.
Outfall Number New or Existing Type Discharge Rate: MGD 001 Existing SWO 0.07 002 Existing SWO 0.19 003 Existing SWO 0.13 004 Existing SWO 0.58 005 Existing SWO 0.22 006 Existing TFO 0.072 007 Existing TFO 0.072 008 Existing TFO 0.072 009 Existing TFO 0.072 010 Existing TFO 0.072 011 Existing TFO 0.072 The proposed effluent limits for the previously listed outfalls are as follows:
30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum pH1 (S.U.) 6.0 9.0 Iron (mg/l) 3.0 6.0 7.0 Manganese (mg/l) 2.0 4.0 5.0 Aluminum (mg/l) 2.0 4.0 5.0 Total Suspended Solids (mg/l) 35.0 70.0 90.0 Alkalinity greater than acidity1 1The parameter is applicable at all times. Pottsville District Mining Office: 5 West Laurel Boulevard, Pottsville, PA 17901, 570-621-3118.
Contact: RA-EPPottsvilleDMO@pa.gov.
NPDES Permit No. PA0612791. Mining Permit No. 06820601. Southern Berks Land Co., LP, 200 Bethlehem Drive, Suite 106, Morgantown, PA 19543, New Morgan Borough & Caernarvon Township, Berks County. Application received: March 13, 2023.
Modification of NPDES Permit to remove discharge volume limit from Stormwater Outfall 001 affecting 93.2 acres. Receiving stream: UNT to East Branch Conestoga River, classified for the following use: WWF.
Unless otherwise noted, the proposed effluent limits for all outfalls in this permit are the BAT limits described previously for noncoal mining activities.
The following treated wastewater outfalls discharge to UNT to East Branch Conestoga River:
Outfall Number New or Existing Type Discharge Rate 001 Existing Stormwater Precipitation Dependent The proposed effluent limits for the previously listed outfall are as follows:
30-Day Daily Instant Parameter (unit) Minimum Average Maximum Maximum pHi (S.U.) 6.0 9.0 Total Alkalinity (as CaCO ) (mg/L) Monitor And Report Total Acidity (as CaCO ) (mg/L) Monitor And Report Net Alkalinity (mg/L) 0.0 Total Suspended Solids (mg/L) 35.0 70.0 90.0 Discharge (MGD) Precipitation Dependent iThis Parameter is applicable at all times.
FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT SECTION 401 The following permit applications, requests for Environmental Assessment approval and requests for 401 Water Quality Certification have been received by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (FWPCA) (33 U.S.C.A. § 1341), requires the State to certify that the involved projects will not violate the applicable provisions of Sections 301—303, 306 and 307 of the FWPCA 33 U.S.C.A. §§ 1311—1313, 1316 and 1317, as well as relevant State requirements. Individuals objecting to approval of a request for certification under Section 401 or to the issuance of a Dam Permit or Water Obstruction and Encroachment Permit, or the approval of an Environmental Assessment must submit any comments, suggestions or objections within 30-days of the date of this notice, as well as any questions to the office noted above the application. Comments should contain the name, address and telephone number of the person commenting, identification of the certification request to which the comments or objections are addressed, and a concise statement of comments, objections or suggestions including the relevant facts upon which they are based.
The DEP may schedule a fact-finding hearing or an informal conference in response to comments if deemed necessary. Maps, drawings and other data pertinent to the certification request are available for inspection between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on each working day at the office noted above the application.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact DEP through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
WATER OBSTRUCTIONS AND ENCROACHMENTS
Applications Received Under the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act (32 P.S. §§ 693.1—693.27) and Section 302 of the Flood Plain Management Act (32 P.S. § 679.302) and Requests for Certification Under Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C.A. § 1341(a)).
Northeast Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Michele Lauer, Clerical Assistant, 570-830-3077.
E1302223-001. Lehigh Canal Recreation Commission, 1 Constitution Ave., Lehighton, PA 18235-2088, Franklin Township, Carbon County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District. Application received: April 24, 2023.
To stabilize the western canal bank in the area of the Long Run Creek confluence with the Lehigh Canal (CWF, MF), and to restore two overflow spillways, and the reestablishment of a historic spillway south of Long Run along the Weisport Section of the Lehigh Canal. The project is located in Franklin Township, Carbon County, PA Quadrangle Latitude: 40° 50` 58"; Longitude: -75° 42` 30". (Lehighton, PA Quadrangle, Latitude: 40° 50` 58"; Longitude: -75° 42` 30").
E3502223-003. Jessup Borough, 395 Lane Street, Jessup, PA 18434, Jessup Borough, Lackawanna County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District. Application received: April 12, 2023.
To construct and maintain a stormwater outfall into the floodway of the Lackawanna River (HQ-CWF, MF) consisting of a single 30-inch smooth lined corrugated pipe discharging through a retaining wall with a concrete end wall and R-8 riprap apron. The project is located on Bridge Street approximately 0.2 mile from the intersection of Constitution Ave. (Olyphant, PA Quadrangle Latitude: 41° 28` 41"; Longitude: -75° 34` 34") in Jessup Borough, Lackawanna County.
Southcentral Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: 717-705-4802.
E0603223-008. Maidencreek Township, Quarry Road, P.O. Box 319, Blandon, PA 19510-0319, Maidencreek Township, Berks County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District. Application received: March 28, 2023.
The applicant proposes to perform maintenance on an existing box culvert conveying Willow Creek (HQ-CWF, MF) in Maidencreek Township, Berks County. The maintenance includes 1) removing the deposited silt build-up/sediment bar located upstream from the culvert as well as within the northern cell, 2) restore the eroded streambank to conditions approved under E06-291, 3) installation of streambank stabilization measures, and 4) establishment of a low-flow channel. The purpose of the work is to restore the hydraulic capacity of the box culvert and the stream channel to reduce the potential for overtopping West Walnut Drive during high flow storm events and prevent further erosion that could impact the embankment supporting the roadway. All wetland impacts are below de minimus. Latitude: 40.4500000000000°, Longitude: -75.8722222222220°.
E2203223-004. Anthea Stebbins, 2 South Second Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101-2047, Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District. Application received: March 23, 2023.
The applicant proposes to 1) install approximately 260 linear feet of streambank stabilization on the southern bank of Fishing Creek (WWF, MF) using an imbricated riprap wall and 2) installation of a flagstone patio. All impacts are for the purpose of preventing erosion of the southern bank of Fishing Creek. The project is located Latitude: 40.343666, Longitude: -76.909688 in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County. There are no wetland impacts associated with the project. Latitude: 40.343666°, Longitude: -76.909688°.
Southeast Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Elaine Henderson, Clerical Assistant, 484-250-5157.
E0901223-005. Chalfont Borough, 40 North Main Street, Chalfont, PA 18914, Chalfont Borough, Bucks County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District. Application received: May 3, 2023.
Chalfont Borough is proposing the construction and maintenance of 1,380 linear feet of 8-feet wide bituminous multi-use on-grade trail associated with The Northern Neshaminy Greenway Trail, along the west bank of the North Branch of Neshaminy Creek (TSF). There are no wetland impacts. There is approximately 500 sq feet of permanent floodway impacts. The trail will connect the Patriot Place, Lindenfield, and Chestnut Street neighborhoods. The site is located in the northeast portion of the Borough along the North Branch Neshaminy Creek, (Doylestown, PA USGS map) in Chalfont Borough, Bucks County. Latitude: 40.293416°, Longitude: -75.207579°.
E4601223-021. Skippack Township, 4089 Heckler Road, Skippack, PA 19474, Skippack Township, Montgomery County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District. Application received: May 9, 2023.
To construct and maintain about 21 poured-in-place concrete stepping stones within the 100-year floodway of the East Branch Perkiomen Creek (EV-TSF), associated with the Lenape Park Trail Connector. The site is located within Lenape Park about 0.25 mile southeast from Haldeman Road (Collegeville; Perkiomenville, PA, USGS Quadrangle) in Skippack Township, Montgomery County. Latitude: 40.250887°, Longitude: -75.455483°.
Southwest Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: Dana Drake, Program Manager.
E0205223-003. Crescent Township, 225 Spring Run Road, Crescent, PA 15046, Crescent Township, Allegheny County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District. Application received: January 18, 2023.
The applicant proposed to: 1. Construct and maintain streambank stabilization along approximately 325 LF of an unnamed tributary (UNT) to Shouse Run (WWF), by creating a bench approximately 6 inches high by 5 feet wide or installing coir logs where streambanks are too steep for bench installation; 2. Place and maintain riparian buffer plantings within the floodway of the aforementioned UNT, within an area that is approximately 716 LF by 70 feet in width, which will overlap the streambank stabilization area; 3. Construct and maintain a stilling basin, 11 feet by 8 feet, within the same UNT, below the outlet of the culvert underneath McGovern Boulevard, and immediately upstream of the streambank stabilization area; 4. Construct and maintain a temporary stream crossing in the same UNT to access both streambanks; and 5. Construct and maintain temporary erosion & sediment control measures. For the purpose of reducing erosion of streambanks, providing shade to the adjacent stream, and serving as a filter for adjacent overland runoff, to satisfy the municipality's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer (MS4) requirements of their National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit (PAG136127). The project will permanently impact approximately 336 LF of watercourse, and 1.15 acres of floodway. The project will temporarily impact approximately 331 LF of the watercourse and 0.48 acre to the floodway. The project site is located near the intersection of McGovern Blvd and Maple St. (Ambridge, PA USGS topographic quadrangle; N: 40° 33` 54", W: 80° 13` 43"; Sub-basin 20G).
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