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AIR QUALITY
Actions(s) Taken on General Plan Approval(s) and Operating Permit(s) Usage Authorized Under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127 to Construct, Modify, Reactivate or Operate Air Contamination Sources and Associated Air Cleaning Devices.
Northwest Region: Air Quality Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: David G. Balog, P.E., NSR Section Chief, 814-332-6328.
AG5A-10-00010A: Anegada Energy LLC, 1271 West Liberty Rd, Slippery Rock, PA 16057, Worth Township, Butler County. Issued a new 5 year GP5A permit for equipment located at the proposed unconventional natural gas Anegada Energy—Drake wellpad. Application received: September 26, 2023. Issued: April 11, 2024.
Actions(s) Taken on Plan Approval(s) Under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and Regulations in 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127, Subchapter B Relating to Construction, Modification and Reactivation of Air Contamination Sources and Associated Air Cleaning Devices.
Northeast Region: Air Quality Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Shailesh Patel, P.E., Environmental Group Manager.
13-00001D: BEFESA Zinc US Inc., 900 Delaware Ave, Palmerton, PA 18071-2008, Palmerton Borough, Carbon County. to incorporate conditions set forth in a Consent Decree into the facilities Title V Operating Permit No. 13-00001 Application received: June 27, 2023. Issued: March 28, 2024.
Southcentral Region: Air Quality Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Thomas Bianca, PE, West Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4862.
01-03039B: Agricultural Commodities, Inc., 2224 Oxford Road, New Oxford, PA 17350, Tyrone Township, Adams County. For a flour mill, storage bin, and grain dryer at the existing facility. The facility includes flour milling, a soybean oil mill, and ancillary operations including grain drying, truck loading/unloading, grain handling, and grain/product storage. Application received: June 29, 2022. Issued: April 10, 2024.
Southeast Region: Air Quality Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: James Beach, New Source Review Chief, 484-250-5920.
09-0250: McGill Fairless Hills Composting Facility, 600 Tyburn Rd, Morrisville, PA 19067-3616, Falls Township, Bucks County. This is a Plan Approval Extension for the installation of a new indoor composting facility with an add-on biofilter to control odors emanating from a composting operation. Application received: April 11, 2024. Issued: April 12, 2024.
Southwest Region: Air Quality Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: Sheri Guerrieri, P.E., New Source Review Chief, 412-442-4174.
04-00443A: Desotec US LLC, 118 Park Road, Darlington, PA 16115, Darlington Township, Beaver County. On April 11, 2024, Desotec US LLC was issued a plan approval modification No. PA-04-00443A to replace or repair in kind of one (1) existing Rotary Kiln Shell (Source ID 101) at their Darlington Carbon Reactivation facility located in Darlington Township Beaver County. Application received: January 5, 2024. Issued: April 11, 2024.
Plan Approval Revision(s) Issued Including Extension(s), Minor Modification(s) and Transfer(s) of Ownership Under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code §§ 127.13, 127.13a and 127.32.
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.
18-00021D: Avery Dennison Performance Polymers, 171 Draketown Road, Mill Hall, PA 17751, Mill Hall Borough, Clinton County. The Department extended the plan approval expiration for the temporary operation of the R-900 emulsion reactor at the Mill Hall facility while the facility awaits verification of the results of compliance testing. Application received: March 15, 2024. Extension: April 15, 2024. New expiration date: October 20, 2024.
Southcentral Region: Air Quality Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Thomas Bianca, PE, West Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4862.
67-05007F: Adhesives Research Inc., 400 Seaks Run Road, Glen Rock, PA 17327, Springfield Township, York County. For the installation of a new coating line, drying oven and regenerative thermal oxidizer (RTO) at the facility. The coating line will apply adhesives to substrates which are then dried in a 15 mmBtu/hr natural gas oven. VOC emissions from the coating line will be captured and controlled by a 5.2 mmBtu/hr natural gas fired RTO. The plan approval was extended. Application received: March 27, 2024. Issued: April 10, 2024.
Operating Permit(s) for Non-Title V Facilities Issued Under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127, Subchapter F.
Northeast Region: Air Quality Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Norman Frederick, Facility Permitting Chief, 570-826-2409.
64-00021: Harris Crematorium LLC, P.O. Box 6, Liberty, NY 12754-0006, Damascus Township, Wayne County. The Department has issued an initial State-Only (Natural Minor) Operating Permit for the Damascus Township facility. Sources at this facility include their human cremator. This permit also contains an afterburner as a control device. The Operating Permit contains all applicable requirements for emission limitations, work practice standards, testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting standards used to verify facility compliance with Federal and State air pollution regulations. Application received: February 8, 2024. Accepted: February 8, 2024. Issued: April 11, 2024.
Northwest Region: Air Quality Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: Matthew Williams, Facilities Permitting Chief, 814-332-6940.
16-00148: RV Burns Crematorium Inc., 638 Wood Street, Clarion, PA 16214, Clarion Township, Clarion County. The Department issued the renewal of the State Only Operating Permit for RV Burns Crematorium Inc. for the facility that operates a natural gas incinerator. The facility is a Natural Minor. The unit is a Crawford Industrial Group Model C-10000 with a capacity of 150 pounds per hour. The potential emissions from the facility are less than the following: 3.3, 2.3, 1.0 1.0 and 0.8 TPY for CO, particulate, NOx, VOC, and SOx respectively. 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. Application received: October 30, 2023. Issued: April 10, 2024.
Southcentral Region: Air Quality Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Thomas Bianca, PE, West Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4862.
28-05027: Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital, 112 North 7th Street, Chambersburg, PA 17201-1720, Chambersburg Borough, Franklin County. For the boilers and generators at the Chambersburg Hospital. The State-Only permit was renewed. Application received: April 5, 2023. Issued: April 10, 2024.
21-03034: Penn Valley Crematory, LLC, 167 N. Enola Road, Enola, PA 17025, East Pennsboro Township, Cumberland County. For the operation of a human crematory at the facility. Application received: November 28, 2023. Issued: April 11, 2024.
Contact: Thomas Hanlon, PE, East Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4862.
36-05099: Pennsy Supply, Inc., 1001 Paxton Street, P.O. Box 3331, Harrisburg, PA 17105, East Hempfield Township, Lancaster County. For the hot mix asphalt plant. The State-Only permit was renewed. Application received: April 27, 2023. Issued: April 12, 2024.
36-03108: Westlake Pipe & Fittings, 88 Newport Road, Leola, PA 17540-1821, Upper Leacock Township, Lancaster County. For the PVC pipe manufacturing facility. The State-Only permit was renewed. Application received: October 26, 2023. Issued: April 15, 2024.
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.
46-00254: Campania International, Inc., 2452 Quakertown Rd, Pennsburg, PA 18901-2538, Upper Hanover Township, Montgomery County. This action is for the renewal of the existing State-Only Operating Permit for a facility that manufactures concrete ornaments for the landscaping and interior design industries. Application received: December 1, 2022. Issued: April 9, 2024.
09-00192: Waste Management of PA Dock Facility, Dock Rd and DE River, Morrisville, PA 19067, Falls Township, Bucks County. This action is for the renewal of the Synthetic Minor Operating Permit for a facility used for bulk material handling and temporary storage of materials. Application received: September 11, 2023. Issued: April 15, 2024.
09-00239: Aqua PA Inc./Neshaminy Falls Water Treatment Plant, Lincoln Hwy Rte 1, Langhorne, PA 19047-9801, Middletown Township, Bucks County. This action is for the renewal of a State Only, Synthetic Minor, Operating Permit, for operation of a non-emergency generator diesel engine and two emergency generator diesel engines at this location. Application received: April 25, 2023. Issued: April 15, 2024.
Operating Permit Revisions Issued Including Administrative Amendments, Minor Modifications or Transfer of Ownership Under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code §§ 127.412, 127.450, 127.462 and 127.464.
Northeast Region: Air Quality Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Norman Frederick, Facility Permitting Chief, 570-826-2409.
39-00108: Tierpoint Two, LLC, 9999 Hamilton Blvd, Breinigsville, PA 18031, Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County. The amended Operating Permit was issued on January 23, 2024 for an administrative amendment to incorporate conditions from Plan Approval 39-00108B into Operating Permit No. 39-00108. The administrative Operating Permit amendment was issued under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P. S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code § 127.450. Application received: November 7, 2023. Issued: January 23, 2024.
ACTIONS ON COAL AND
NONCOAL APPLICATIONS
Actions on 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). The final action on each application also constitutes action on the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit application and, if noted, the request for a Section 401 Water Quality Certification. Mining activity permits issued in response to such applications will also address the application permitting requirements of the following statutes; the Air Quality 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—6018.1103). 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 Permits
California District Mining Office: 25 Technology Drive, Coal Center, PA 15423, 724-769-1100.
Contact: Bonnie Herbert, Clerical Assistant 3.
Mining Permit No. 30121301. NPDES No. PA0236195. Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC, 275 Technology Drive, Suite 101, Canonsburg, PA 15317, Center Township, Greene County. To revise the permit and related NPDES permit for installation of bleeder facility and one new NPDES discharge point; affecting 20.8 surface acres. Application received: May 18, 2023. Accepted: July 5, 2023. Issued: April 5, 2024.
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. 56841606. NPDES No. PA0110507. Brothersvalley Coal Sales, Inc., P.O. Box 38, Berlin, PA 15530, Brothersvalley Township, Somerset County. NPDES renewal for the Scurfield Preparation Plant affecting 11.0 acres. Receiving stream: unnamed tributary to Buffalo Creek to Casselman River classified for the following use: CWF. Application received: December 21, 2022. Renewal issued: April 9, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 56813006. NPDES No. PA0125466. PBS Coals, Inc., P.O. Box 260, Friedens, PA 15541, Stonycreek Township, Somerset County. Permit renewal for reclamation only of a bituminous surface mine affecting 285.9 acres. Receiving streams: unnamed tributary to/and Clear Run; unnamed tributary to/and Boone Run, classified for the following use: CWF. Application received: October 18, 2023. Renewal issued: April 11, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 11130201. NPDES No. PA0269280. Ebensburg Power Company, 224 Grange Hall Road, P.O. Box 228, Armagh, PA 15920, Richland and Paint Townships, Cambria and Somerset Counties. Permit renewal for the continued operation and restoration of a bituminous surface coal refuse reprocessing mine affecting 63.6 acres. Receiving stream: Paint Creek, classified for the following use: TSF. Application received: November 28, 2023. Renewal issued: April 11, 2024.
Knox District Mining Office: P.O. Box 669, 310 Best Avenue, Knox, PA 16232-0669, 814-797-1191.
Contact: Alicia Cook, Clerical Assistant 3, 814-797-0815.
Mining Permit No. 16190102. Reichard Contracting, Inc., 212 Olean Trail, New Bethlehem, PA 16242, Porter Township, Clarion County. Renewal of an existing bituminous surface mine for reclamation only. Application received: February 27, 2024. Issued: April 12, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 43220101. Ben Hal Mining, Inc., 389 Irishtown Road, Grove City, PA 16127, Worth Township, Mercer County. Revision to an existing bituminous surface mine to add 12.5 acres to the permitted area. Application received: March 7, 2023. Issued: April 12, 2024.
Noncoal 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.
Mining Permit No. 4174SM2. NPDES No. PA0009814. New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., P.O. Box 77, New Enterprise, PA 16664, Shade Township, Bedford County. Renewal of NPDES permit. Receiving stream: Laurel Run classified for the following use: CWF. Application received: May 9, 2023. Renewal issued: April 16, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 28030301. NPDES No. PA0613371. D.L. George & Sons Construction Company, 20 East 6th Street, Waynesboro, PA 17268, Antrim Township, Franklin County. Renewal of NPDES permit. Receiving stream: Paddy Run classified for the following use: WWF. Application received: May 12, 2023. Renewal issued: April 16, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 4174SM2. NPDES No. 0009814. New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., P.O. Box 77, New Enterprise, PA 16664, Shade Township, Somerset County. Revision to the NPDES permit for the addition of Outfall 002 located at the existing Treatment Ponds. Receiving streams: Laurel Run and Beaver Run classified for the following use: CWF. Application received: May 6, 2022. Permit issued: April 16, 2024.
Pottsville District Mining Office: 5 West Laurel Boulevard, Pottsville, PA 17901, 570-621-3118.
Contact: ra-eppottsvilleDMO@pa.gov.
Mining Permit No. 58222520. PAM122043. No discharge to the Apalachin Creek Watershed (CWF, MF). David P. Compton, 909 Glenwood Road, Hop Bottom, PA 18824, Apolacon Township, Susquehanna County. Coverage under the General NPDES Stormwater Permit for Stormwater discharge associated with mining activities. (BMP-GP104) on GP-105 Permit No. 58222520. Application received: September 12, 2022. Issued: April 10, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 58222520. David P. Compton, 909 Glenwood Road, Hop Bottom, PA 18824, Apolacon Township, Susquehanna County. Commencement, Operation and Restoration of a quarry operation affecting 10.0 acres. Application received: September 12, 2022. Issued: April 10, 2024.
ACTIONS ON BLASTING ACTIVITY APPLICATIONS
Action(s) Taken on Application(s) Under the Explosives Acts of 1937 and 1957 and 25 Pa. Code § 211.124. Blasting Activity Performed as Part of a Coal or Noncoal Mining Activity will be Regulated by the Mining Permit for that Coal or Noncoal Mining Activity.
Blasting Permits
Moshannon District Mining Office: 186 Enterprise Drive, Philipsburg, PA 16866, 814-342-8200.
Contact: Cassie Stanton, Clerical Assistant 2, 814-342-8101.
Permit No. 59244001. Dawson Geophysical Company, 508 W. Wall, Suite 800, Midland, TX 79701, Brookfield Township, Chatham Township, Clymer Township, Deerfield Township, Farmington Township, Nelson Township, Osceola Township, Shippen Township, Westfield Township, Harrison Township and Hector Township, Tioga County and Potter County. Blasting for seismic exploration Application received: March 4, 2024. Issued: April 3, 2024. Expiration date: May 1, 2025.
Pottsville District Mining Office: 5 West Laurel Boulevard, Pottsville, PA 17901, 570-621-3118.
Contact: RA-EPPottsvilleDMO@pa.gov.
Permit No. 58244001. Kipar Blasting, 6005 State Route 267, Meshoppen, PA 18630, Lenox Township, Susquehanna County. Construction blasting for Barber Road Fill Application received: March 14, 2024. Permit issued: April 11, 2024.
FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT SECTION 401 The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has taken the following actions on previously received permit applications, requests for Environmental Assessment approval, and requests for Water Quality Certification under Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (FWPCA) (33 U.S.C.A. § 1341).
Except as otherwise noted, DEP has granted 401 Water Quality Certification certifying that the construction and operation described will comply with the applicable provisions of Sections 301—303, 306 and 307 of the FWPCA (33 U.S.C.A. §§ 1311—1313, 1316 and 1317), and that the construction will not violate applicable Federal and State Water Quality Standards.
Individuals aggrieved by these actions may appeal, pursuant to Section 4 of the Environmental Hearing Board Act, 35 P.S. § 7514, and the Administrative Agency Law, 2 Pa.C.S. Chapter 5A, to the Environmental Hearing Board, Second Floor, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, P.O. Box 8457, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8457, 717-787-3483. Appeals must be filed with the Environmental Hearing Board within 30-days of publication of this notice in the Pennsylvania Bulletin, unless the appropriate statute provides a different time period. Copies of the appeal form and the Board's rules of practice and procedure may be obtained from the Board. The appeal form and the Board's rules of practice and procedure are also available in braille or on audiotape from the Secretary to the Board at 717-787-3483. This paragraph does not, in and of itself, create any right of appeal beyond that permitted by applicable statutes and decisional law.
If you want to challenge this action, your appeal must reach the Board within 30-days. You do not need a lawyer to file an appeal with the Board.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact the Environmental Hearing Board through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
Important legal rights are at stake, however, so you should show this notice to a lawyer at once. If you cannot afford a lawyer, you may qualify for free pro bono representation. Call the Secretary to the Board 717-787-3483 for more information.
WATER OBSTRUCTIONS AND ENCROACHMENTS
Action(s) Taken on Application(s) for the Following Activities Filed Under The Dam Safety and Encroachments Act (32 P.S. §§ 693.1—693.27), Section 302 of the Flood Plain Management Act (32 P.S. § 679.302) and the Clean Streams Law and Notice of Final Action for Certification Under Section 401 of the FWPCA.
Eastern District: Oil and Gas Management Program, 208 West Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448.
Contact: RA-EPEASTERNOGPRG@pa.gov.
E5729223-009. Chesapeake Appalachia LLC, 14 Chesapeake Lane, Sayre, PA 18840, Cherry Township, Sullivan County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District.
Application received: December 12, 2023. Issued: April 9, 2024.
To construct, operate, and maintain:
1. (Wetland AA) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 565 square feet of an exceptional value palustrine emergent (EV-PEM) wetland (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.554174°, -76.406705°);
2. (Wetland B, Stream100R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 2,876 square feet of an exceptional value palustrine emergent (EV-PEM) wetland and 20 linear feet of an unnamed tributary of Lick Creek (EV) (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.552163°, -76.413089°);
3. (Wetland C) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline impacting 47 square feet of a palustrine emergent (PEM) wetland (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.552085°, -76.413290°);
4. (Wetland D) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 260 square feet of an exceptional value palustrine emergent (EV-PEM) wetland (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.552032°, -76.413704°);
5. (Stream 1) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 25 linear feet of an unnamed tributary of Lick Creek (EV) (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.550301°, -76.416839°);
6. (Wetland E) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 438 square feet of a palustrine emergent (PEM) wetland (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.549128°, -76.417120°);
7. (Wetland G) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 345 square feet of an exceptional value palustrine emergent (EV-PEM) wetland (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.547733°, -76.420228°);
The project will result in 45 linear feet of temporary stream impacts and 4,531 square feet (0.104 acre) of wetland impacts all for the purpose of installing a temporary fresh waterline in Cherry Township, Sullivan County.
E3529223-004. Archaea CCS, LLC, 440 Jonathan Willey Road, Belle Vernon, PA 15012, Throop Borough and Olyphant Borough, Lackawanna County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District.
Application received: July 18, 2023. Issued: April 9, 2024.
To construct, operate, and maintain:
1) a minor road bridge crossing project impacting 38 lineal feet of Little Roaring Brook (CWF, MF) and associated floodway (Olyphant, PA Quadrangle; Latitude: 41° 25` 55", Longitude: -75° 34` 03"),
2) a permanent floodway only impact, associated with the minor road bridge crossing project, impacting 700 square feet of an unnamed tributary to Little Roaring Brook (CWF, MF) (Olyphant, PA Quadrangle; Latitude: 41° 25` 55", Longitude: -75° 34` 04"),
3) a permanent floodway only impact, associated with the minor road bridge crossing project, impacting 1,050 square feet of an unnamed tributary to Little Roaring Brook (CWF, MF) (Olyphant, PA Quadrangle; Latitude: 41° 25` 55", Longitude: -75° 34` 03").
The minor road crossing project consists of constructing a stream crossing to access an exploratory carbon sequestration well site within Throop and Olyphant Boroughs, Lackawanna County. The project will result in 38 lineal feet of stream impacts for the minor road crossing to provide safe site access and 1,750 square feet of floodway only impacts.
E5729223-010. Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC, 14 Chesapeake Lane, Sayre, PA 18840, Cherry Township, Sullivan County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District.
Application received: December 26, 2023. Issued: April 11, 2024.
To construct, operate, and maintain:
8. (Wetland 1R, Stream 1R, 2R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 487 square feet of an exceptional value palustrine emergent (EV-PEM) wetland, 20 linear feet of an unnamed tributary to Little Loyalsock Creek (EV), 20 linear feet of another unnamed tributary Little Loyalsock Creek (EV) (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.523866°, -76.415807°);
9. (Wetland 2R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 1,259 square feet of an exceptional value palustrine emergent (EV-PEM) wetland (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.523843°, -76.415522°);
10. (Stream 3R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline impacting 20 linear feet of an unnamed tributary Little Loyalsock Creek (EV) (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.521505°, -76.418492°);
11. (Wetland 3R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 12,064 square feet of an exceptional value palustrine emergent (EV-PEM) wetland (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.523227°, -76.427263°);
12. (Stream 4R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 50 linear feet of an unnamed tributary Little Loyalsock Creek (EV) (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.521032°, -76.432439°);
13. (Stream 6R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 20 linear feet of an unnamed tributary Little Loyalsock Creek (EV) (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.519832°, -76.435837°);
14. (Stream 7R) One 16-inch diameter temporary surface waterline and temporary timber mats impacting 20 linear feet of an unnamed tributary Little Loyalsock Creek (EV) (Dushore, PA Quadrangle 41.520397°, -76.437903°);
The project will result in 150 linear feet of temporary stream impacts and 13,810 square feet (0.318 acre) of temporary wetland impacts all for the purpose of installing a temporary fresh waterline in Cherry Township, Sullivan County.
Northwest Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: RA-EPWW-NWRO@pa.gov.
E1006223-006. Pennsylvania American Water Company, 2736 Ellwood Road, New Castle, PA 16101, Oakland Township, Butler County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District.
Construct and maintain a chemical feed building addition and related activities on the north side of the existing water treatment plant resulting in a total impact to approximately 6,848 square feet (0.16 acre) of the 100-year flood plain of Connoquenessing Creek at the Oneida Valley Water Treatment Plant along the west side of SR 38 approximately 0.8 mile north of SR 68 Latitude: 40.887430°, Longitude: -79.875085°. Application received: November 6, 2023. Issued: April 15, 2024.
Southeast Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Elaine Henderson, Clerical Assistant 3, 484-250-5157.
E1501223-021. West Sadsbury Township, 6400 North Moscow Road, Parkesburg, PA 19365, West Sadsbury Township, Chester County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District.
To restore and rehabilitate approximately 890 linear feet of an Officers Run (TSF-MF) associated with the applicant's request for stream and bank restoration and enhancement. The proposed restoration will include the following: 1) Grading back the existing nearly vertical banks to create a low, vegetated flat floodplain bench on each side of watercourse to improve stream flows. 2) Along the perennial stream, a low floodplain bench (averaging approximately 20—30 feet wide) will be installed on either side of the existing approximately 30-foot-wide channel, with a 3:1 slope on both sides of the floodplain bench. 3) Native trees and shrubs will be planted to enhance the riparian buffer for pollutant runoff. 4) Two permanent livestock crossings (GP-6-1 and GP-6-2) and streambank fencing will be installed to protect the project site. Also, an existing stormwater drainage pipe will be regraded along with the channel realignment in this area and the area will be stabilized with a riprap apron at the outfall (GP-4-1), etc. 5) The proposed project will not increase flood elevations or adversely impact upstream, downstream, or adjoining properties and structures. 6) Permanent wetland impacts will be approximately 0.032 (PEM) acre. The project is located at Strasburg Road bridge crossing and extending about 890 feet to a stream crossing on the King property (Parkesburg, PA USGS Quadrangle, Latitude: 39.966944; Longitude: -75.962222) in West Sadsbury Township, Chester County. Application received: December 27, 2023. Permit issued: April 11, 2024.
Southwest Region: Oil and Gas Management Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: D. J. Stevenson, 412-442-4281, RA-EPSW-OGSUBMISSION@pa.gov.
E6307223-009. CNX Midstream Operating Company, LLC, 1000 Horizon Vue Drive, Canonsburg, PA 15317, Morris Township, Washington County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District. Latitude: 40.008420°, Longitude: -80.314344°. Application received: November 6, 2023. Issued: April 9, 2024. The project proposes to expose approximately 2,930 L.F. of existing Morris to Nineveh Jumper Pipeline, consisting of two (2) 10-inch steel gas pipelines and one (1) 12-inch HDPE fresh/produced water line, in preparation for longwall mining activities under these pipelines. Pipeline exposure is anticipated to last approximately one (1) year and will result in temporary impacts to two (2) Palustrine Emergent (PEM) wetlands and one (1) intermittent stream (Lick Run, a Trout Stocked Fishery) and associated 50-foot assumed floodway. Proposed project impacts include excavation of the existing pipelines, installation of monitoring equipment, stockpiling of soils, installation of temporary flume pipes and riprap aprons, installation of timber mat bridges over streams and wetlands for equipment crossing, and site restoration post-construction. p
Resource Name Aquatic Resource Type Activity Chapter 93 Latitude/
LongitudeImpact Area Temp. (SF) Impact Area Perm. (SF) Impact Area Temp. (LF) Impact Area Temp. (Ac) Impact Area Perm. (Ac) FLACT—1 Stream 1 (Lick Run) Intermittent Excavation/ Floodway Activity TSF 40.008435 -80.314360 11,000 - 110 0.25 - PIPE-1 Stream 1 (Lick Run) Intermittent Excavation Pipe Exposure (stream) TSF 40.008435 -80.314360 160 - 40 0.004 - CULV-1 Stream 1 (Lick Run) Intermittent Flume Pipe and RipRap Apron TSF 40.008435 -80.314360 320 - 80 0.007 - Crossing 1A—Stream 1 (Lick Run) Intermittent Timber Bridge TSF 40.00846 -80.31439 48 - 12 0.001 - Crossing 1B—Stream 1 (Lick Run) Intermittent Timber Bridge TSF 40.00834 -80.31425 48 - 12 0.001 - Crossing 1A—floodway Intermittent Timber Bridge and Equipment Crossing TSF 40.00846 -80.31439 768 - 64 0.02 - Crossing 1B—floodway Intermittent Timber Bridge and Equipment Crossing TSF 40.00834 -80.31425 840 - 70 0.02 - TMPWI—1 Wetland A PEM Excavation - 40.008643 -80.314177 9,010 - 170 0.21 - TMPWI—2 Wetland D PEM Excavation - 40.009323 -80.313572 990 - 55 0.02 - Crossing 2A—Wetland A PEM Timber Mat - 40.00861 -80.31428 648 - 54 0.01 - Crossing 2B—Wetland A PEM Timber Mat - 40.00848 -80.31413 960 - 80 0.02 - Crossing 3—Wetland D PEM Timber Mat - 40.00934 -80.31365 264 - 22 0.01 - Totals - - 25,056SF - 769 LF 0.57 Ac -
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS Eastern District: Oil and Gas Management Program, 208 West Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448.
Contact: RA-EPEASTERNOGPRG@pa.gov.
EA0829223-001. Repsol Oil & Gas USA LLC, 337 Daniel Zenker Drive, Horseheads, NY 14845, Warren Township, Bradford County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Baltimore District.
The restoration of the existing water impoundment will result in 8,953 square feet (0.206 acre) of temporary impacts to a Palustrine Emergent Wetland. The project proposes 8,953 square feet (0.206 acre) of restoration activities and the replanting of native hydrophytic vegetation within the impacted wetland. The project will result in 8,953 square feet (0.206 acre) of temporary Palustrine Emergent Wetland impacts (Little Meadows, PA Quadrangle, Latitude: 41.913540°, Longitude: -76.203195°). The impacts are the result of restoring a water impoundment in Warren Township, Bradford County. Application received: December 28, 2023. Issued: April 9, 2024.
Northwest Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: RA-EPWW-NWRO@pa.gov.
EA2506223-001. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 478 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202, City of Erie, Erie County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District.
Latitude: 41.704485295°, Longitude: -84.795020452°. Application received: March 18, 2024. Issued: April 16, 2024.
US Army Corps of Engineers (Buffalo District), 1776 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY 14207. 2024 Erie Harbor Dredging, Erie County. On October 30, 2023, the Department granted the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Water Quality Certification under Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C.A. § 1341(a)) to dredge approximately 250,000 cubic yards of sediment from the Erie Harbor Federal navigation channels and dispose of the dredged material at an existing, authorized one-mile square open-lake discharge area in Lake Erie within Pennsylvania waters. The Water Quality Certification was based on an environmental assessment (EA2506223-001) of physical and chemical quality of the material to be dredged and the finding of low risk to the protected uses of the Pennsylvania waters of Lake Erie. The Water Quality Certification was contingent upon compliance with the Erosion and Sediment Control Plan submitted for the project and limited dredging operations to the period between June 15, 2024 and September 15, 2024.
By letter dated March 18, 2024, the USACE requested, and the Department granted, an amendment to the Water Quality Certification to expand the 2024 dredging window from June 1, 2024, to September 15, 2024.
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL The following Erosion and Sediment Control permits have been issued.
Persons aggrieved by an action may appeal that action to the Environmental Hearing Board (Board) under section 4 of the Environmental Hearing Board Act and 2 Pa.C.S. §§ 501—508 and 701—704. The appeal should be sent to the Environmental Hearing Board, Second Floor, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, P.O. Box 8457, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8457, 717-787-3483. Appeals must be filed with the Board within 30-days of publication of this notice in the Pennsylvania Bulletin unless the appropriate statute provides a different time period. Copies of the appeal form and the Board's rules of practice and procedure may be obtained from the Board. The appeal form and the Board's rules of practice and procedure are also available in Braille or on audiotape from the Secretary to the Board at 717-787-3483. This paragraph does not, in and of itself, create a right of appeal beyond that permitted by applicable statutes and decisional law.
For individuals who wish to challenge an action, the appeal must reach the Board within 30-days. A lawyer is not needed to file an appeal with the Board.
Individuals in need of accommodations should contact the Environmental Hearing Board through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service at (800) 654-5984 (TDD users) or (800) 654-5988 (voice users).
Important legal rights are at stake, however, so individuals should show this notice to a lawyer at once. Persons who cannot afford a lawyer may qualify for free pro bono representation. Call the Secretary to the Board at 717-787-3483 for more information.
Eastern District: Oil and Gas Management Program, 208 West Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448.
Contact: RA-EPEASTERNOGPRG@pa.gov.
ESCGP # 3 ESG290824004-00
Applicant Name Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC
Contact Person Eric Haskins
Address 14 Chesapeake Lane
City, State, Zip Sayre, PA 18840
Township(s) Albany Township
County Bradford County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) Sugar Run (S-WRA-001) (CWF, MF), UNT Sugar Run (S-WRA-002) (CWF, MF), S-WRA-002 (CWF, MF)
Application received: February 15, 2024
Issued: April 9, 2024ESCGP # 3 ESG295924004-00
Applicant Name Highland Field Services, LLC
Contact Person Douglas Kepler
Address 51 Zents Boulevard
City, State, Zip Brookville, PA 15825-2701
Township(s) Delmar Township and Middlebury Township
County Tioga County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) Crooked Creek (WWF, MF), Niles Hollow (TSF, MF), Norris Brook (EV, MF), UNT to Baldwin Run (HQ—CWF, MF)
Application received: February 13, 2024
Issued: April 12, 2024ESCGP # 3 ESG295724001-00
Applicant Name Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC
Contact Person Eric Haskins
Address 14 Chesapeake Lane
City, State, Zip Sayre, PA 18840
Township(s) Colley Township
County Sullivan County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) Sciota Brook/Watercourse A (CWF, MF), Watercourse K (CWF, MF), Watercourse L (CWF, MF), Watercourse C (CWF, MF), Watercourse E (CWF, MF)
Application received: January 18, 2024
Issued: April 12, 2024ESCGP # 3 ESG295724002-00
Applicant Name Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC
Contact Person Eric Haskins
Address 14 Chesapeake Lane
City, State, Zip Sayre, PA 18840
Township(s) Cherry Township
County Sullivan County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) Little Loyalsock Creek (EV)
Application received: January 19, 2024
Issued: April 12, 2024Southwest Region: Oil and Gas Management Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: RA-EPSW-OGSUBMISSION@pa.gov.
ESCGP # 3 ESG076324002-00
Applicant Name Markwest Liberty Midstream &
Resources LLC—Vankirk To Franklin Lakeview Pipeline
Contact Person Brian Elliott, (724) 873-2893
bmelliott@marathonpetroleum.com
Address 0.14 mile east of Park Ave and Timberline Drive
City, State, Zip Washington, PA 15301
Township(s) North Franklin Township and South Franklin Township
County Washington County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) 001. Lat 40.13825, Long -80.27979, UNTs to Chartiers Creek and Chartiers Creek, Ch. 93 WWF
Application received: February 14, 2024
Issued: April 15, 2024Contact: William Stevens, Clerical Supervisor 2, 412-442-4134.
ESCGP # 3 ESG073024005-00 RHL29 Pipeline
Applicant Name CNX Midstream Opr Co, LLC
Contact Person Robert Bassett
Address 1000 Horizon Vue Dr
City, State, Zip Canonsburg, PA 15317
Township(s) Richhill Township
County Greene County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) UNT to Dunkard Fork (WWF)
Application received: February 12, 2024
Issued: April 15, 2024
CORRECTIVE ACTION UNDER
ACT 32, 1989
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The Following Plan(s) and Report(s) Were Submitted Under the Storage Tank and Spill Prevention Act (35 P.S. §§ 6021.101—6021.2104).
Provisions of 25 Pa. Code Chapter 245, Subchapter D, Administration of the Storage Tank and Spill Prevention Program, require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to publish in the Pennsylvania Bulletin a notice of submission of plans and reports. A remedial action plan is submitted to summarize the site characterization, document the design and construction details for the remedial action, and describe how the remedial action will attain the selected remediation standard. The remedial action plan also provides results of studies performed and data collected to support the remedial action and a description of postremediation care requirements. A remedial action completion report is submitted to document cleanup of a release of a regulated substance at a site to the selected remediation standard. A remedial action completion report provides a description of the site investigation to characterize the nature and extent of contaminants in environmental media, the basis of selecting the environmental media of concern, documentation supporting the selection of residential or nonresidential exposure factors, a description of the remediation performed and summaries of sampling methodology and analytical results which demonstrate that the remediation has attained the cleanup standard selected.
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).
DEP has received the following plans and reports.
Northwest Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: Jordan, 814-332-6172.
Browns Country Kitchen, Storage Tank Facility ID # 10-10488, 1149 West Portersville Road, Portersville, PA 16051, Portersville Borough, Butler County. Flynn Environmental, Inc., 5640 Whipple Avenue NW, North Canton, OH 44720, on behalf of Brown's Country Kitchen, 1149 West Portersville Road, Portersville, PA 16051, submitted a Remedial Action Completion Report concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with Unleaded Gasoline. The report is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting residential Statewide health standards.
Southeast Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Richard M. Staron, Professional Geologist Manager, 484-250-5717.
Malcolms Auto Repair, Storage Tank Facility ID # 09-41936, 994 Easton Rd., Warrington, PA 18976, Warrington Township, Bucks County. The Vertex Companies, LLC, 3322 Route 22 West, Suite 907, Branchburg, NJ 08876, on behalf of Extra Space Storage LLC, 2795 East Cottonwood Parkway, Suite 300, Salt Lake City, UT 84121, submitted a Combined Remedial Action Plan and Remedial Action Completion Report concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with acrolein. The combined plan and report is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting nonresidential Statewide health standards.
F Street Sunoco, Storage Tank Facility ID # 51-43814, 3951 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19124, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. Synergy Environmental, Inc., 155 Railroad Plaza, First Floor, Royersford, PA 19468, on behalf of 3951 Roosevelt Blvd., Realty Corp., 439 S. Prince Boulevard, Essington, PA 19029, submitted a Remedial Action Plan concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with unleaded gasoline. The plan is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting site-specific standards.
Sunoco 80006490, Storage Tank Facility ID # 51-30577, 9000 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19115, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc., 440 Creamery Way, Suite 500, Exton, PA 19341, on behalf of Evergreen Resources Group, LLC, 2 Righter Parkway, Suite 120, Wilmington, DE 19803, submitted a Remedial Action Completion Report concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with unleaded gasoline. The report is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting nonresidential Statewide health and site-specific standards.
CORRECTIVE ACTION UNDER
ACT 32, 1989
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Action(s) Taken on the Following Plans and Reports Under the Storage Tank and Spill Prevention Act (35 P.S. §§ 6021.101—6021.2104).
Provisions of 25 Pa. Code Chapter 245, Subchapter D, Administration of the Storage Tank and Spill Prevention Program, require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to publish in the Pennsylvania Bulletin a notice of its final actions on plans and reports.
A remedial action plan is submitted to summarize the site characterization, document the design and construction details for the remedial action, and describe how the remedial action will attain the selected remediation standard. The remedial action plan also provides results of studies performed and data collected to support the remedial action and a description of postremediation care requirements. A remedial action completion report is submitted to document cleanup of a release of a regulated substance at a site to the selected remediation standard. A remedial action completion report provides a description of the site investigation to characterize the nature and extent of contaminants in environmental media, the basis of selecting the environmental media of concern, documentation supporting the selection of residential or nonresidential exposure factors, a description of the remediation performed and summaries of sampling methodology and analytical results which demonstrate that the remediation has attained the cleanup standard selected.
DEP may approve or disapprove plans and reports submitted. This notice provides DEP's decision and, if relevant, the basis for disapproval.
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).
DEP has received the following plans and reports.
Northeast Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Eric Supey, Environmental Program Manager.
Convenient Food Mart 3030, Storage Tank Facility ID # 35-36655, 899 Davis Street, Moosic, PA 18507, Moosic Borough, Lackawanna County. MEA, 1365 Ackermanville Road, Bangor, PA 18013, on behalf of Convenient Food Marts of Pennsylvania, 215 Clark Avenue, Clarks Summit, PA 18411, submitted a Combined Remedial Action Plan and Remedial Action Completion Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with gasoline. The combined plan and report demonstrated attainment of the site-specific standards and was approved by DEP on April 11, 2024.
SPECIAL NOTICES
WATER PROGRAMS
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL Central Office: Regional Permit Coordination Office, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101.
Contact: RA-EPREGIONALPERMIT@pa.gov.
ESG831823001-00. The Department of Environmental Protection (Department) provides notice of final action regarding the following Chapter 102, Erosion and Sediment Control Permit Application related to Earth Disturbance Associated with Oil and Gas Exploration, Production, Processing or Treatment Operations or Transmission Facilities. The Lines 1818 Renovo Cathodic Exposure Project proposes to add a cathodic protection system to an existing natural gas transmission line that includes approximately 2.77 miles of linear anode cable, approximately 1.09 miles of header cable, 15 junction boxes and a new rectifier. The project is in Chapman Township and involves approximately 21.46 acres of earth disturbance.
Permit No. Applicant Name & Address Counties DEP Office ESG831823001-00 Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC
1700 MacCorkle Ave SE
Charleston, WV 25325-1273Clinton County Regional Permit Coordination Office Any person aggrieved by this action may challenge it in an appropriate legal forum. The state and Federal courts are currently split on whether the proper forum to challenge a Department permit, authorization or approval for a facility or activity subject to the Federal Natural Gas Act, 15 U.S.C.A. §§ 717 et seq., is the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit or the Pennsylvania Environmental Hearing Board. See Delaware Riverkeeper Network v. Sec'y, Dep't of Envtl. Prot., 833 F.3d 360 (3d Cir. 2016); Delaware Riverkeeper Network v. Sec'y, Dep't of Envt'l. Prot., 903 F.3d 65 (3d Cir. 2018), cert. denied, 139 S. Ct. 1648, 203 L. Ed. 899 (2019) and Cole v. Dep't. of Envtl. Prot., 1577 C.D. 2019 WL 2420667 (Pa. Cmwlth Ct. June 15, 2021) (Pet. for Allowance of Appeal pending); West Rockhill Twp. v. Dep't of Envtl. Prot., No. 1595 C.D. 2019 WL 2426014 (Pa. Cmwlth. June 15, 2021) (Pet. for Allowance of Appeal pending). You should promptly consult with a lawyer on the steps to take if you wish to challenge this action and to best protect your interests. Important legal rights are at stake. You should show this document to a lawyer at once.
Issuance of AMENDMENT TO State Water Quality Certification Required by Section 401 of the Clean Water Act for York Haven Power Company, LLC'S York Haven Hydroelectric Project Southcentral Region.
Waterways and Wetlands Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
DEP File No.: EA67-023 York Haven Power Company, LLC (''YHPC'' or ''Applicant''), York Haven Hydro Station, P.O. Box 67, York Haven, Pennsylvania 17370. The York Haven Hydroelectric Project (''YHHP'') is an existing 19.65 megawatt hydroelectric power generating facility located across the Susquehanna River in York Haven Borough, York County, Conoy Township, Lancaster County and Londonderry Township, Dauphin County (York Haven, PA Quadrangle; Latitude: 40° 07` 12.31" N Longitude: -76° 43` 11.51" W). YHHP is operated as a run-of-river dam and was constructed from 1901-1904.
On August 19, 2014, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (''PADEP'') issued Water Quality Certification (''WQC'') EA67-023 for the YHHP. Among other required activities, WQC EA67-023 requires the design and construction of a Nature-like Fishway (''NLF'') in the vicinity of the apex of the main YHHP dam and Three Mile Island (''TMI''). Further, the NLF design required by WQC EA67-023 Section III.A.2. and Appendices A & B is currently an in-river NLF design. In 2015, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (''FERC'') re-licensed the YHHP for continued operation of the YHHP, which included the requirements of WQC EA67-023. The YHPC YHHP is docketed at FERC as Project No. P-1888.
On January 26, 2023, YHPC filed an application with FERC to amend their existing FERC license to reflect a new inland NLF design to replace the prior in-river NLF design. Pennsylvania WQC is required for FERC's amendment of the license to reflect the project design change under the Federal Power Act.
On June 22, 2023, YHPC requested an amendment of WQC EA67-023, Section III.A.2., Appendices A & B, and inclusion of a new Appendix B-1. The WQC amendment modifies the required NLF design from an in-river NLF design to an inland NLF design. The inland NLF design will remain in the vicinity of the apex of the main dam and TMI. The revised design will ensure that the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the YHHP, including the revised NLF design, will protect water quality in Pennsylvania through compliance with State water quality standards and associated State law requirements, which are consistent with the requirements of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (''Clean Water Act'').
PADEP published notice of the proposed amendment of WQC EA67-023 in the Pennsylvania Bulletin, Volume 53, Issue 31 (53 Pa.B. 4428) on August 5, 2023. PADEP did not receive any comments about the proposed amendment to WQC EA67-023.
This WQC amendment consists of an inland NLF design; associated design criteria for the inland NLF (new Appendix A); Conceptual Plan for the inland NLF (new Appendix B); and a Project Timeline for the YHHP inland NLF (new Appendix B-1).
Pursuant to Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. § 1341), PADEP hereby issues a state WQC amendment for EA67-023 to modify Section III.A.2., add new Appendices A & B, and add an Appendix B-1 to WQC EA67-023. The amended WQC EA67-023 continues to require compliance with the unchanged portions of the WQC EA67-023 and the State water quality permitting programs, criteria and conditions established pursuant to State law to ensure that YHHP does not violate applicable State water quality standards set forth in 25 Pa. Code Chapters 93 and 96.
The PADEP approved amendment of WQC EA 67-023 can be reviewed at the PADEP's Southcentral Region Office (SCRO), located at the previously listed address. Please contact the PADEP SCRO at 717-705-4700 to schedule a review of this file or you may visit PADEP's website at https://www.dep.pa.gov/Citizens/PublicRecords/Pages/Informal-File-Review.aspx to submit an on-line file review request.
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit for Discharges of Stormwater Associated with Construction Activities.
DEP Southcentral Regional Office: Waterways and Wetlands Program Manager, 909 Elmerton Ave. Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4802.
Contact: RA-EPWW-SCRO@pa.gov.
This notice is provided in accordance with 25 Pa. Code Chapter 92a and 40 CFR Part 122, implementing The Clean Streams Law (35 P.S. §§ 691.1—691.1001) and the Federal Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §§ 1251—1376). More information on the types of NPDES permits that are available can be found on DEP's website (visit www.dep.pa.gov and select Businesses, Water, Bureau of Clean Water, Stormwater Management, and Construction Stormwater Programs).
The Permit detailed as follows, NPDES Permit Number PAD280019, was previously published incorrectly in the March 16, 2024 issue of the Pennsylvania Bulletin. NPDES Permit Number PAD280019 was correctly published as a Final Action, however it did not appear in the correct Final Action section of the Pennsylvania Bulletin. The purpose of this notice is to retract the information regarding this permit previously published in the incorrect section of the Pennsylvania Bulletin, PAG-02 General Permit NOIs (NPDES & WQM Permit Final Action Section II.) and the Erosion and Sediment Control Permit (Erosion and Sediment Control Permit Final Action Section) on March 16, 2024. Permit Number PAD280019 should have been published in the NPDES & WQM Permit Final Action Section I.—Individual NPDES construction stormwater permits. DEP has now published notice of final action on Permit Number PAD280019 in the correct section of the Pennsylvania Bulletin, NPDES & WQM Permit Final Action Section I. Individual NPDES construction stormwater permits, in this edition of the Pennsylvania Bulletin.
Applicant: Infrastructure and Energy Alternatives, Inc.
Applicant Address: 6325 Digital Way, Suite 460, Indianapolis, IN 46278-1679
Application Number: PAD280019
Municipality/County: Fannett Township, Franklin County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s): Dry Run and UNT to Dry Run (both CWF, MF)
ACTIVE AND ABANDONED MINE OPERATIONS
Notice of Public Conference.
California District Mining Office: California District Mining Office, 25 Technology Drive, Coal Center, PA 15423, 724-769-1100.
Contact: Bonnie Herbert, Clerical Assistant 3.
Notice is hereby given that the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, District Mining Operations, has received an application from Rosebud Mining Company to renew the Cherry Tree Mine Bituminous Coal Mine Activity Permit, Permit No. 17031301, and the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Permit, NPDES Permit No. PA0235571, with no revisions added. The mine is located in Burnside Township, Clearfield County and Cherry Tree Borough/Montgomery Township, Indiana County.
The Department will hold an Informal Public Conference at Burnside Township Municipal Building, 2447 Ridge Road, Westover, PA 16992, on Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
A Department representative will be available to receive both written and oral testimony regarding the application. Testimony will be placed into public record for the application and considered by Department staff in the application review process. DEP staff will be available to answer general questions on the permit application.
The California District Mining Office will accept additional written comments from participants of the informal public conference two (2) weeks after the date of the proceeding until May 30, 2024.
If you are a person with a disability wishing to attend this IPC and require an auxiliary aid, service or other accommodation to participate in the proceedings, please contact Bonnie Herbert at bherbert@pa.gov to discuss how we may accommodate your needs. If necessary, you may use the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service by calling 1.800.654.5984 (TDD Users) or 1.800.654.5988 (Voice users) and request that your call be relayed to Bonnie Herbert at 724.769.1100.
Copies of the application are on file for public review at the Department of Environmental Protection, District Mining Operations, California District Office, 25 Technology Drive, California Technology Park, Coal Center, PA 15423. Copies of the applications are also on file for public review at the Clearfield County Courthouse, Register and Record's Office, 1 North Second Street, Suite # 103, Clearfield County, PA 16830 and the Indiana County Courthouse, Recorder of Deeds Office, 825 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701.
Please call or email Bonnie Herbert to inquire about electronic application review options.
WASTE, AIR, RADIATION AND REMEDIATION
Notice of Certification to Perform Radon-Related Activities in Pennsylvania.
Central Office: Radiation Protection Program, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101.
Contact: Austyn Shank, 717-783-3594.
In the month of March 2024, Department of Environmental Protection of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, under the authority contained in the Radon Certification Act, act of July 9, 1987, P.L. 238, No. 43 (63 P.S. §§ 2001—2014) and regulations promulgated thereunder at 25 Pa. Code Chapter 240, has certified the persons listed as follows to perform radon related activities in Pennsylvania. The period of certification is two years. (For a complete list of persons currently certified to perform radon-related activities in Pennsylvania and for information as to the specific testing devices that persons certified for testing or laboratory are certified to use, contact the Bureau of Radiation Protection, Radon Division, P.O. Box 8469, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8469, (1-800-23RADON).
Name Address Certification Kyle Underwood 104 Montgomery Avenue
Norristown, PA 19403-2937Testing Individual John Italiano 241 W. Grant Street
New Castle, PA 16101-2212Testing Individual Lawrence County Community 7844 Old Route 56 Hwy W.
Action Partnership Indiana, PA 15701-4937Testing Firm Timothy Stiger 1911 Poco Farm Road
Williamsport, PA 17701-8200Mitigation Individual JCN Radon Services 1911 Poco Farm Road
Williamsport, PA 17701-8200Mitigation Firm Patrick Borkowski P.O. Box 63827
Philadelphia, PA 19147-7827Testing Individual Eric Levine 110 Music Center Drive
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301-7892Testing Individual Eric Levine 110 Music Center Drive
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301-7892Mitigation Individual Anvil Radon Services 239 Buckboard Road
Willow Grove, PA 19090Mitigation Firm James Brownell 11 Brannigan Road
Pleasant Mount, PA 18453-4555Testing Individual Hamid Rafiq P.O. Box 681
Berwyn, PA 19132-0681Testing Individual Christopher Neidig 1000 West 8th Avenue
Testing Individual Matthew Robertie 3885 Charter Club Drive
Doylestown, PA 18902-6901Mitigation Individual Thomas Stangroom P.O. Box 120
Bovard, PA 15619-0120Testing Individual Robert Krause 207 Helen Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360-8465Testing Individual Christopher Thomas 640 Keystone Street
Greensburg, PA 15601-4330Testing Individual George Kasimirsky P.O. Box 145
Hickory, PA 15340-0145Testing Individual Stanley Watras 32 Indian Lane
Boyertown, PA 19512-8640Testing Individual Stanley Watras 32 Indian Lane
Boyertown, PA 19512-8640Mitigation Individual S.J. Watras, Inc. 32 Indian Lane
Boyertown, PA 19512-8640Testing Firm S.J. Watras, Inc. 32 Indian Lane
Boyertown, PA 19512-8640Mitigation Firm James Mossman 350 Oak Road
Chicora, PA 16025-3114Mitigation Individual S.A.F.E. Inspection Service, LLC P.O. Box 343
East Berlin, PA 17316-0343Testing Firm Eagle Home Inpetionsc, LLC 1029 Fifth Avenue
Coraopolis, PA 15108Testing Firm Michael Werst 464 Mountain View Court
Allentown, PA 18106-9356Testing Individual Takayuki Tamura 4025 Fieldcrest Drive
Bridgeville, PA 15017-3531Testing Individual Mark Stein 106 Granitor Avenue
Mingo junction, OH 43938-1309Testing individual Nicholas Barbarini 5810 Clinton Street
Erie, PA 16509-2972Mitigation Individual Mark Shemansky
236 Short Street
Coal Center, PA 15423-1224Testing Individual Dewey Kerns P.O. Box 263
Effort, PA 18330-0263Testing Individual Robert Petrillo P.O. Box 587
Dunmore, PA 18512-0587Testing Individual
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 24-591. Filed for public inspection April 26, 2024, 9:00 a.m.]
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