[55 Pa.B. 46]
[Saturday, January 4, 2025]
STATE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLANS RELATED TO APPLICATIONS FOR
NPDES PERMITS FOR CAFOs
The State Conservation Commission has taken the following actions on previously received applications for nutrient management plans under 3 Pa.C.S. Chapter 5, for agricultural operations that have or anticipate submitting applications for new, amended or renewed NPDES permits or 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.
Persons aggrieved by an action may appeal under 3 Pa.C.S. § 517, section 4 of the Environmental Hearing Board Act and 2 Pa.C.S. §§ 501—508 and 701—704 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. 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 of 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 decision law.
For individuals who wish to challenge actions, appeals 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 DEP 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 pro bono representation. Call the Secretary of the Board at 717-787-3483 for more information.
NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
CAFO PUBLIC NOTICE SPREADSHEET —ACTIONS
Agricultural Operation
Name and Address | County | Total
Acres | Animal Equivalent Units | Animal Type | Special Protection Waters (HQ or EV or NA) | Approved or
Disapproved |
|---|
C&J Farm—JT Holland
949 Harmon Lane
Warfordsburg, PA 17267 | Fulton County | 116.9 | 536.65 | Finishing Swine | EV | Approved |
Jason and Stephanie Shives
455 Lear Road
Harrisonville, PA 17228 | Fulton County | 304 | 742.70 | Finishing Swine | NA | Approved |
Austin Hurst—Layer Farm
40 New Schaefferstown Rd
Bernville, PA 19506 | Berks County | 65 | 351.68 | Poultry
Layers | NA | Approved |
PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY PERMITS
The Department has taken the following actions on applications received under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. §§ 721.1—721.17) for the construction, substantial modification or operation of a public water system.
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 document 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.
SAFE DRINKING WATER
Actions Taken Under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. §§ 721.1—721.17).
Northcentral Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 208 W. 3rd Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, 570-327-3636.
Contact: Jade Wheeler, Clerical Assistant II, 570-327-0551.
Bottled Vended Bulk Retail Permit No. 1924505MA, Minor Amendment, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Tom Bowman Trucking LLC |
| Address | 281 Bowmans Mill Rd Orangeville, PA 17859 |
| Municipality | Orangeville Borough |
| County | Columbia County |
| Consulting Engineer | Brian Book
1161 Seibert Rd
Bellefonte, PA 16823 |
| Application Received | November 14, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 13, 2024 |
| Description | Make all reserve trailers permanent. |
Northeast Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Joseph Cherinko, P.E., Environmental Engineer, 570-826-2090.
Construction Permit No. 3924506, Major Amendment, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Lehigh County Authority |
| Address | 641 South 10th Street
Allentown, PA 18103 |
| Municipality | Upper Macungie Township |
| County | Lehigh County |
| Consulting Engineer | Craig Murray, P.E.
3 Winners Circle
Albany, NY 12205 |
| Application Received | July 30, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 9, 2024 |
| Description | Construction Permit for the conversion from on-site generation to bulk sodium hypochlorite at Schantz Spring. |
Construction Permit No. 5424504, Major Amendment, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Reedsville Bethesda Evangelical Church |
| Address | 155 Reedsville Road
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 |
| Municipality | Wayne Township |
| .County | Schuylkill County |
| Consulting Engineer | Edward Davis, P.E.
950 East Main Street
Stroudsburg, PA 17972 |
| Application Received | June 6, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 17, 2024 |
| Description | Construction Permit for an Iron & Manganese removal system, pressure tanks, a sediment removal filter, and an Ultraviolet (UV) disinfection system. |
Operation Permit No. 3390374, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc. |
| Address | 707 E. Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101 |
| Municipality | City of Allentown |
| County | Lehigh County |
| Consulting Engineer | Hilary Nardone
55 Chapel St
Suite 300
Newton, MA 02458 |
| Application Received | September 5, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 17, 2024 |
| Description | Comprehensive Operation Permit; includes changes to chemical strengths and chemical tanks. |
Operation Permit No. 3480038, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Pennsylvania American Water Company |
| Address | 852 Wesley Drive Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 |
| Municipality | Upper Mount Bethel Township |
| County | Northampton County |
| Consulting Engineer | Jacob Rowe
852 Wesley Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 |
| Application Received | April 2, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 17, 2024 |
| Description | Updated Operation Permit for filter piping improvements at the PAWC Bangor WTP. |
Water Allocation Permit No. WA48-1007, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Lehigh Township Municipal Authority |
| Address | 1069 Municipal Road Walnutport, PA 18088 |
| Municipality | Lehigh Township |
| County | Northampton County |
| Consulting Engineer | Frederick E. Ebert, P.E.
4092 Skippack Pike
Skippack, PA 19474 |
| Application Received | December 17, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | October 28, 2024 |
| Description | Issuance of Subsidiary Water Allocation Permit for LTMA to purchase up to 225,000 GPD from the City of Bethlehem. |
Construction Permit No. 5824501, Major Amendment, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Endless Mountains Real Estate Holdings LLC |
| Address | 10543 State Route 29
Montrose, PA 18801 |
| Municipality | Bridgewater Township |
| County | Susquehanna County |
| Consulting Engineer | Michael P. Goodwin, P.E.
12 Frear Hill Road
Tunkhannock, PA 18657 |
| Application Received | May 8, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 18, 2024 |
| Description | Construction Permit for replacement booster pumps (2) and revised 4-Log Inactivation of Viruses |
Contact: Paul Barnes, P.E. at 570-826-2274 or paulbarnes@pa.gov.
Operation Permit No. 1127150, Minor Amendment, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Pennsylvania American Water Company |
| Address | 852 Wesley Drive Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 |
| Municipality | Lehman Township |
| County | Pike County |
| Consulting Engineer | Pennsylvania American Water Company
852 Wesley Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 |
| Application Received | December 9, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 16, 2024 |
| Description | Replacement/upgrade of chlorine analyzer. |
Operation Permit No. 1124857, Minor Amendment, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Pennsylvania American Water Company |
| Address | 2699 Stafford Avenue
Scranton, PA 18505 |
| Municipality | Jackson Township |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Consulting Engineer | Pennsylvania American Water Company
2699 Stafford Avenue
Scranton, PA 18505 |
| Application Received | October 28, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 16, 2024 |
| Description | Designation of Treatment segments at PAWC Crystal Lake Plant. |
Southeast Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Kimberleigh Rivers, Clerical Assistant 2, 484-250-5887.
Construction Permit No. 4624519, Major Amendment, Public Water Supply.
| Applicant | Horsham Water & Sewer Authority |
| Address | 617 Horsham Road
Horsham, PA 19044 |
| Municipality | Horsham Township |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Consulting Engineer | Gilmore & Associates, Inc.
65 East Butler Avenue
Suite 100
New Britain, PA 18901 |
| Application Received | October 10, 2024 |
| Permit Issued | December 17, 2024 |
| Description | Construction of an ion exchange treatment system for the removal of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at Well 9. |
Northcentral Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 208 W. 3rd Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, 570-327-3636.
Contact: Jade Wheeler, Clerical Assistant II, 570-327-0551.
Bottled Vended Bulk Retail Permit 4196593. PWSID No. 4196593. Tom Bowman Trucking LLC, 1161 Seibert Rd, Orangeville, PA 17859, Orangeville Borough, Columbia County. Application received: November 14, 2024. Permit Issued: December 13, 2024. Operation of permanent reserve trailers.
Operation Permit 4924504MA. PWSID No. 4490023. PA American Water Company, 105 Sodom Road, Milton, PA 17847, Milton Borough, Northumberland County. Application received: December 12, 2024. Permit Issued: December 16, 2024. Operation of replaced raw water vertical turbine pump—Pump No. 1.
Bottled Vended Bulk Retail Permit 4496031-A21. PWSID No. 4496031. Tulpehocken Mountain Spring Water Inc., 750 Point Township Drive, Sunbury, PA 17857, City of Sunbury, Northumberland County. Application received: October 2, 2024. Permit Issued: December 18, 2024. BWSO Amendment
Southwest Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: RA-EPSWSDW@pa.gov.
4-log Treatment of Viruses for Groundwater Sources Permit 5624516GWR. PWSID No. 4560042. Municipal Authority of the Borough of Somerset, 347 West Union Street, P.O. Box 347, Somerset, PA 15501, Jefferson Township, Somerset County. Application received: August 18, 2024. Permit Issued: September 18, 2024. Issuance of Operation Permit No. 5624516GWR for the demonstration of 4-Log Treatment of Viruses for Groundwater Sources for the Municipal Authority of the Borough of Somerset Entry Point No. 101.
Operation Permit 5624514. PWSID No. 4560042. Municipal Authority of the Borough of Somerset, 347 West Union Street, P.O. Box 347, Somerset, PA 15501, Jefferson Township, Somerset County. Application received: August 16, 2024. Permit Issued: September 18, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 5624514 for operation of the 1,000,000-gallon Shaffer Run water storage tank.
Operation Permit 0224550MA. PWSID No. 5020006. Brackenridge Borough, 1000 Brackenridge Avenue, Brackenridge, PA 15014, Brackenridge Borough, Allegheny County. Application received: August 7, 2024. Permit Issued: October 7, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 0224550MA for the use of an individual filter effluent turbidity flow weighted average calculation to estimate the combined filter effluent turbidity at the Brackenridge Borough Water Treatment Plant.
Operation Permit 0224560MA. PWSID No. 5020038. Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, Penn Liberty Plaza 1, 1200 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County. Application received: September 29, 2024. Permit Issued: October 16, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 0224560MA for operation of the rehabilitated Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority Water Treatment Plant Ferric Chloride Tank No. 6 (Department Storage Tank Registration No. 004A).
Operation Permit 0224559. PWSID No. 5020038. Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, Penn Liberty Plaza 1, 1200 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Allegheny County. Application received: September 29, 2024. Permit Issued: October 18, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 0224559 for operation of the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority Water Aspinwall Treatment Plant Filter Nos. 5 and 6.
Construction/Operation Permit 6524507-EI. PWSID No. 5650031. Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County, 124 Park and Pool Road, New Stanton, PA 15672, Ligonier Borough, Westmoreland County. Application received: September 3, 2024. Permit Issued: October 22, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Construction/Operation Permit No. 6524507MA-EI for the operation of three emergency interconnections with Ligonier Township Municipal Authority in Ligonier Borough; the North Walnut Street Interconnection, the North Market Street Interconnection, and the Franklin Street and Bell Street Interconnection.
Operation Permit 3024507. PWSID No. 5300012. East Dunkard Water Authority (c/o Pennsylvania American Water, Receiver), 2790 South Eighty-Eight Road, P.O. Box 241, Dilliner, PA 15237, Dunkard Township and Monongahela Township, Greene County. Application received: September 16, 2024. Permit Issued: November 5, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 3024507 for operation of the modifications to the existing chlorine gas feed system, and the replacement of two pumps at the Bald Hill Pump Station.
Construction Permit 6524505. PWSID No. 5650032. Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County, 124 Park and Pool Road, New Stanton, PA 15672, Murrysville Borough, Westmoreland County. Application received: May 21, 2024. Permit Issued: August 16, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Construction Permit No. 6524505 for the construction of a new 2,400,000-gallon concrete finished water storage tank (Murrysville Tank No. 2) and the rehabilitation of an existing 5,000,000-gallon concrete finished water storage tank (Murrysville Tank No. 1), as well as the installation of PAX mixers in both Murrysville Tank No. 2 and Murrysville Tank No. 1.
4-log Treatment of Viruses for Groundwater Sources Permit 0418502GWR-3. PWSID No. 5040019. UMH Properties, Inc., 150 Clay Street, Suite 450, Morgantown, WV 26501, Independence Township and Hanover Township, Beaver County. Application received: August 30, 2024. Permit Issued: November 6, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 0418502GWR-3 for the demonstration of 4-Log Treatment of Viruses for Groundwater Sources for the Independence Mobile Home Park Entry Point No. 101.
Operation Permit 0224531MA. PWSID No. 5020025. Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County, 124 Park and Pool Road, New Stanton, PA 15672, City of McKeesport, Allegheny County. Application received: October 18, 2024. Permit Issued: November 7, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 0224531MA for the use of the relocated clearwell chlorine injection point at the McKeesport Water Treatment Plant.
Operation Permit 0221525RDT-A1. PWSID No. 5020025. Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County, 124 Park and Pool Road, New Stanton, PA 15672, City of McKeesport, Allegheny County. Application received: October 18, 2024. Permit Issued: November 7, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit Number 0221525RDT-A1 for approval of the Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County McKeesport Water Treatment Plant +1.0-log Giardia Inactivation Calculations.
Construction Permit 0224526. PWSID No. 5020025. Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County, 124 Park and Pool Road, New Stanton, PA 15672, City of McKeesport, Allegheny County. Application received: May 2, 2024. Permit Issued: November 14, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Construction Permit No. 0224526 for the construction of a new raw water pump station with two 30" raw water intakes and three raw water pumps, the construction of a new raw water chemical injection vault for peracetic acid and chlorine injection, repair of the plant's 6,500-gallon poly aluminum chloride tank, a new 6,650-gallon peracetic acid tank, and a new chemical storage building containing two (2) 4,000-gallon caustic soda tanks.
Operation Permit 0424531MA. PWSID No. 5040376. PA DCNR Bureau of State Parks, RCSOB 8th Floor, 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8551, Hanover Township, Beaver County. Application received: October 31, 2024. Permit Issued: December 9, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Updated Operation Permit No. 0424531MA for the installation and use of a new combined filter effluent turbidimeter, and the repurposing of one turbidimeter for use as an individual effluent turbidimeter at the Raccoon Creek State Park Water Treatment Plant.
Construction Permit 3013501WMP20-A1. PWSID No. 5300017. Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Authority, 1442 Jefferson Road, P.O. Box 187, Jefferson, PA 15344, Franklin Township, Greene County. Application received: October 1, 2024. Permit Issued: December 11, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Construction Permit No. 3013501WMP20-A1 for the construction of the Elm Drive Vault in Franklin Township, Greene County.
Operation Permit 6524511MA. PWSID No. 5650049. Municipal Authority of Borough of Derry, 620 North Chestnut Street, Derry, PA 15627, Derry Borough, Westmoreland County. Application received: October 8, 2024. Permit Issued: November 14, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Updated Operation Permit No. 6524511MA for the Individual Filter Effluent Turbidity Flow-Weighted Average Calculation used to estimate the Combined Filter Effluent Turbidity at the Ethel Springs Water Treatment Plant.
Operation Permit 0224566. PWSID No. 5020038. Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority, Penn Liberty Plaza 1, 1200 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County. Application received: December 4, 2024. Permit Issued: December 12, 2024. Issuance of Public Water Supply Operation Permit No. 0224566 for operation of the Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority Water Aspinwall Treatment Plant Filter Nos. 15 and 17.
WATER ALLOCATIONS
Actions Taken on Applications Received Under the Act of June 24, 1939 (P.L. 842, No. 365) (35 P.S. §§ 631—641) Relating to the Acquisition of Rights to Divert Waters of the Commonwealth.
Northcentral Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 208 W. 3rd Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, 570-327-3636.
Contact: Jade Wheeler, Clerical Assistant II, 570-327-0551.
WA 59-1016A, Water Allocations. Watrous Water Association, 2430 Elk Run Road, Gaines, PA 16921, Gaines Township, Tioga County. Application for Water Allocation permit to purchase water from Galeton Borough Authority via interconnection. Application received: August 27, 2024. Issued: December 16, 2024.
Actions Taken on Water Allocation Permits or Orders of Confirmation Issued Under the Act of June 24, 1939 (P.L. 842, No. 365) (32 P.S. §§ 631—641) Relating to the Acquisition of Rights to Divert Waters of the Commonwealth.
Northcentral Region: Safe Drinking Water Program, 208 W. 3rd Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, 570-327-3636.
Contact: Jade Wheeler, Clerical Assistant II, 570-327-0551.
WA-602B, Succession to Water Rights. The Department has acknowledged that Mountaintop Regional Water Authority, 209 West Nectarine Street, Snowshoe, PA 16874, Burnside Township, Centre County, has given notice that it will succeed to all rights and obligations under the permit, issued to the former Pine Glen Water Association Inc., Burnside Township, Centre County on December 16, 2024.
SEWAGE FACILITIES ACT PLAN APPROVAL
Plan Approvals Granted Under the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act, Act of January 24, 1966, P.L. 1535, as Amended, 35 P.S. § 750.5.
Northeast Region: Clean Water Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Amy Bellanca, P.E., Clean Water Program Manager, 570-826-2318.
Plan Location:
| Municipality | Address | County |
|---|
| South Whitehall Township | 4444 Walbert Avenue Allentown, PA 18104 | Lehigh County |
Plan Description:
Act 537 Sewage Facilities Plan Update Public-to-Public Wastewater Disposal System Transfer, The proposal was prepared to officially recognize the acquisition of South Whitehall Township Authority's (Authority) collection and conveyance system by South Whitehall Township (Township), and to address any previous planning not yet implemented for the Township service area, all of which will be undertaken in the next Act 537 Plan Update for the Township. The Township conveys a portion of Lower Macungie Township and Salisbury Township's wastewater through the centralized collection system via multiple interconnections. Similarly, a portion of South Whitehall Township's wastewater is conveyed through Upper Macungie Township and Coplay-Whitehall Sewer Authority's collection systems. All wastewater is then conveyed to the Lehigh County Authority (LCA) Kline's Island Wastewater Treatment Facility. On May 3, 2017, the Township Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 1021 to dissolve the South Whitehall Township Authority. As part of the dissolution, the Township was granted ownership and maintenance obligations of the Authority, and authorization to act on behalf of the Authority, whose debt was absorbed by the Township through a General Obligation Bond. This transfer also includes rights-of-way, easements, permits, and inter-municipal agreements with neighboring entities, meaning that said agreements will now be with the Township instead of the Authority. There was no purchase price for the transfer, and the only other associated cost was the transfer of payroll disbursements from Authority water and sewer accounts to the Township payroll fund to compensate Township employees for performing Authority work. The transfer of property from the Authority to the Township is completed automatically through the recording of the Certificate of Termination of the Authority, which was executed and placed in escrow with the Township Solicitor. The Certificate will be released from escrow and officially recorded upon approval of this Act 537 Plan Update.
LAND RECYCLING AND ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION
UNDER ACT 2, 1995
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The Following Plans and Reports Were Submitted Under the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act (35 P.S. §§ 6026.101—6026.908).
Provisions of Sections 301—308 of the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act (act) (35 P.S. §§ 6026.301—6026.308) require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to publish in the Pennsylvania Bulletin a notice of submission of plans and reports. A final report is submitted to document cleanup of a release of a regulated substance at a site to one of the act's remediation standards. A final report provides a description of the site investigation to characterize the nature and extent of contaminants in environmental media, the basis for 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 analytical results which demonstrate that remediation has attained the cleanup standard selected. Submission of plans and reports, other than the final report, will also be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin. These include the remedial investigation report, risk assessment report and cleanup plan for a site-specific standard remediation. A remedial investigation report includes conclusions from the site investigation; concentration of regulated substances in environmental media; benefits of reuse of the property; and, in some circumstances, a fate and transport analysis. If required, a risk assessment report describes potential adverse effects caused by the presence of regulated substances. If required, a cleanup plan evaluates the abilities of potential remedies to achieve remedy requirements.
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 Department 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.
43 Franklin Street, Primary Facility ID # 879212, 43 Franklin Street, Weatherly, PA 18255, Weatherly Borough, Carbon County. MEA, 1365 Ackermanville Road, Bangor, PA 18013, on behalf of Mengle Oil Company, 253 Hudsondale Street, Weatherly, PA 18255, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with No. 2 heating oil. The Final Report is intended to document remediation of the site to meet the Statewide health standards.
212 Church Street, Primary Facility ID # 879077, 212 Church Street, Montrose, PA 18801, Montrose Borough, Susquehanna County. Bluestone Environmental, 196 Beach Lake Highway, Honesdale, PA 18431, on behalf of Sam Lewis, 224 Scott Road, Montrose, PA 18801, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with No. 2 heating oil. The Final Report is intended to document remediation of the site to meet the Statewide health standards.
Southeast Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: C. David Brown, Professional Geologist Manager, 484-250-5792.
Former Gryphin Coatings, Inc. Facility, Primary Facility ID # 817323, 3501-3549 Richmond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. Terence O'Reilly, TriState Environmental Management Services, Inc., 3937A Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020, on behalf of George Manosis, Dooling Properties, LLC, 1817 East Venango Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134, submitted a Cleanup Plan concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with No. 2 fuel oil, chlorinated solvents, inorganics, lead, other organics, and PAHs. The Cleanup Plan is intended to document remediation of the site to meet the site-specific standards.
29 Dogwood Lane, Primary Facility ID # 880394, 29 Dogwood Lane, Aston, PA 19014, Aston Township, Delaware County. Stephen Huxta, Huxta Environmental, 461 Merlin Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460, on behalf of Scott Waldman, Esq., Fox & Roach, LP, d/b/a Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Fox & Roach, Realtors and Brian Spangler, 431 West Lancaster Avenue and 6 Oakbourne Road, Devon, PA 19333, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with No. 2 fuel oil. The Final Report is intended to document remediation of the site to meet the Statewide health standards.
Patterson Residence, Primary Facility ID # 880389, 7208 Limekiln Pike, Philadelphia, PA 19138, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. Richard Trimpi, Trimpi Associates, Inc., 1635 Old Plains Road, Pennsburg, PA 18073, on behalf of Raymond Motley, Philadelphia Insurance Companies, 1 Bala Plaza, Suite 100, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with No. 2 fuel oil. The Final Report is intended to document remediation of the site to meet the Statewide health standards.
510 East Baltimore Pike, Primary Facility ID # 857694, 510 East Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063, Media Borough, Delaware County. Justin Lauterbach, RT Environmental Services, Inc., 215 West Church Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406, on behalf of Keith Shooster, Shooster Media Associates, LP, 257 North State Road, # 1-E, P.O. Box 348, Springfield, PA 19064, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of groundwater contaminated with chlorinated solvents. The Final Report is intended to document remediation of the site to meet the background standards.
Southwest Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: Janelle Hromyak, Clerical Assistant 2, 412-442-4091.
EGTS Well WM-1496, Primary Facility ID # 880364, Quebec Road, Wharton Township, PA 15436, Wharton Township, Fayette County. Jona Stoskey, Moody and Associates, Inc., 1720 Washington Road, Suite 100, Washington, PA 15301, on behalf of Jennifer Hazen McCloskey, P.E., Eastern Gas Transmission and Storage, Inc., 925 White Oaks Blvd, Bridgeport, WV 26330, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with brine. The Final Report is intended to document remediation of the site to meet the Statewide health standards.
LAND RECYCLING AND ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION
UNDER ACT 2, 1995
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The Department Has Taken Action on the Following Plans and Reports Under the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act (35 P.S. §§ 6026.101—6026.907).
Section 250.8 of 25 Pa. Code and administration of the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act (act) require the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to publish in the Pennsylvania Bulletin a notice of its final actions on plans and reports. A final report is submitted to document cleanup of a release of a regulated substance at a site to one of the remediation standards of the act. A final 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. Plans and reports required by the act for compliance with selection of remediation to a site-specific standard, in addition to a final report, include a remedial investigation report, risk assessment report and cleanup plan. A remedial investigation report includes conclusions from the site investigation; concentration of regulated substances in environmental media; benefits of reuse of the property; and, in some circumstances, a fate and transport analysis. If required, a risk assessment report describes potential adverse effects caused by the presence of regulated substances. If required, a cleanup plan evaluates the abilities of potential remedies to achieve remedy requirements. A work plan for conducting a baseline remedial investigation is required by the act for compliance with selection of a special industrial area remediation. The baseline remedial investigation, based on the work plan, is compiled into the baseline environmental report to establish a reference point to show existing contamination, describe proposed remediation to be done and include a description of existing or potential public benefits of the use or reuse of the property. The 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).
The 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.
Former Elementis Pigments, Primary Facility ID # 636923, 1525 Wood Avenue, Easton, PA 18042, City of Easton Wilson Borough, Northampton County. Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, 1818 Market Street, Suite 3300, Philadelphia, PA 19103, on behalf of Easton Wood Ave PropCo., LLC, 8801 River Crossing Boulevard, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46240, submitted a Remedial Investigation Report/Risk Assessment Report/Cleanup Plan concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with metals, volatile organic compounds, semi-volatile organic compounds, and poly- chlorinated biphenyls. The Report Was acceptable to meet site-specific standards. Approved: December 17, 2024.
K. Millard Pad 1, Primary Facility ID # 874319, 1120 Warner Road, Montrose, PA 18801, Jessup Township, Susquehanna County. Environmental Resources Management, 50 Maple Street, Montrose, PA 18801, on behalf of Coterra Energy, Inc., 2000 Park Lane, Suite 300, Pittsburgh, PA 15275, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with production fluid (brine). The Final Report demonstrated attainment of the Statewide health standards. Approved: December 19, 2024.
Former Allentown State Hospital—Fire Brigade Training Area, Primary Facility ID # 633071, 1600 Hanover Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, City of Allentown, Lehigh County. Synergy Environmental, 155 Railroad Plaza, Royersford, PA 19468, on behalf of City Center Investment Corporation, 645 West Hamilton Street, Suite 600, Allentown, PA 18101, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with lead, and benzo(a)pyrene. The Final Report demonstrated attainment of the Statewide health standards. Approved: December 19, 2024.
Former Allentown State Hospital—Building 29, Primary Facility ID # 633071, 1600 Hanover Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, City of Allentown, Lehigh County. Synergy Environmental, 155 Railroad Plaza, Royersford, PA 19468, on behalf of City Center Investment Corporation, 645 West Hamilton Street, Suite 600, Allentown, PA 18101, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, MTBE, naphthalene, cumene, 1,2,4-trimethyl benzene (TMB), 1,3,5-TMB, and total xylenes. The Final Report demonstrated attainment of the Statewide health standards. Approved: December 19, 2024.
PPL Blakeslee 8/11/24 Transformer Release, Primary Facility ID # 879627, 291 Caughbaugh Road, Blakeslee, PA 18610, Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County. Penn Environmental & Remediation, 13180 Route 6, Mansfield, PA 16933, on behalf of PPL Electric Utilities Corporation, 1639 Church Road, Allentown, PA 18104, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with transformer oil. The Final Report demonstrated attainment of the Statewide health standards. Approved: December 19, 2024.
Southeast Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: C. David Brown, Professional Geologist Manager, 484-250-5792.
Philadelphia Coke Plant, Primary Facility ID # 831308, 4501 Richmond Street, Philadelphia, PA 19137, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. Arcadis US, Inc., 824 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19801, on behalf of National Grid, 300 Erie Boulevard West, Syracuse, NY 13202, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with inorganics and PAHs. The Report Was not acceptable to meet site-specific standards. Issued a technical deficiency letter: December 17, 2024.
2043-2051 North Front Street, Primary Facility ID # 858522, 2043-2051 North Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. React Environmental Professional Services Group, Inc., 6901 Kingsessing Avenue, Suite 201, Philadelphia, PA 19142, on behalf of 2043-51 N. Front Street Property Owner, LLC, 1845 Walnut Street, Suite 2345, Philadelphia, PA 19129, submitted a Remedial Investigation Report/Cleanup Plan concerning remediation of soil contaminated with leaded gasoline and unleaded gasoline. The Report Was not acceptable to meet site-specific standards. Issued a technical deficiency letter: December 17, 2024.
2430 Old Welsh Road and 1745 Park Avenue, Primary Facility ID # 867832, 2430 Old Welsh Road and 1745 Park Avenue, Willow Grove, PA 19090, Abington Township, Montgomery County. EnviroSure, Inc., 1 North Bacton Hill Road, Suite 208, Malvern, PA 19355, on behalf of Park Auto Repair, 2430 Old Welsh Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with No. 2 fuel oil. The Final Report demonstrated attainment of the Statewide health standards. Approved: December 18, 2024.
Southwest Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: Janelle Hromyak, Clerical Assistant 2, 412-442-4091.
Hoosker Doo Well Pad, Primary Facility ID # 871530, 510 Bryan Ridge Road, New Freeport, PA 15352, Aleppo Township, Greene County. Jona Stoskey, Moody and Associates, Inc., 1720 Washington Road, Suite 100, Washington, PA 15301, on behalf of Dave Crayne, CPG, EQT Corporation, 625 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, submitted a Final Report concerning remediation of soil contaminated with brine constituents and select petroleum-related parameters specified for crude/condensate common constituents. The Final Report demonstrated attainment of the Statewide health standards. Approved: December 18, 2024.
HAZARDOUS WASTE TRANSPORTER LICENSE
Action(s) Taken on Hazardous Waste Transporter License Under the Solid Waste Management Act of July 7, 1980 (P.L. 380, No. 97) (35 P.S. §§ 6018.101—6018.1003); and Hazardous Waste Regulations to Transport Hazardous Waste.
New Transporter License Issued
Central Office: Waste Management Program, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101, 717-787-7561.
Contact: Jonathan Adams.
Gator Environmental Services, LLC, dba Quala Industrial Services, LLC, 9029 W. Crown King Road, Tolleson, AZ 85353. License No. PA-AH 0960. Application received: September 11, 2024. Effective December 11, 2024.
Transporter License Reissued
Central Office: Waste Management Program, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101, 717-787-7561.
Contact: Jonathan Adams.
Ross Transportation Services, Inc., 36790 Giles Road, Grafton, OH 44044. License No. PA-AH 0133. Application received: December 16, 2024. Effective December 18, 2024.
VLS Lancaster, LLC, 1076 Old Manheim Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. License No. PA-AH 0679. Application received: December 16, 2024. Effective December 18, 2024.
Bionomics, Inc., P.O. Box 817, Kingston, TN 37763. License No. PA-AH 0730. Application received: December 5, 2024. Effective December 17, 2024.
Ecology Services, Inc., 9135 Guilford Road, Columbia, MD 21046. License No. PA-AH 0789. Application received: November 27, 2024. Effective December 17, 2024.
Evoqua Water Technologies, LLC, 107 47th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15201. License No. PA-AH 0812. Application received: December 4, 2024. Effective December 10, 2024.
TCI of NY, LLC, P.O. Box 936, Coeymans, NY 12045. License No. PA-AH 0842. Application received: December 4, 2024. Effective December 18, 2024.
DI Trucking, LLC, 110 Jabez Street, Newark, NJ 07105. License No. PA-AH 0881. Application received: November 27, 2024. Effective December 17, 2024.
DETERMINATION OF APPLICABILITY FOR RESIDUAL WASTE GENERAL PERMITS
Actions(s) Taken on Permit(s) Under the Solid Waste Management Act of July 7, 1980 (P.L. 380, No. 97) (35 P.S. §§ 6018.101—6018.1003); the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act (53 P.S. §§ 4000.101—4000.1904); and Residual Waste Regulations for Determination of Applicability for a General Permit to Operate Residual Waste Processing Facilities and/or the Beneficial Use of Residual Waste Other than Coal Ash.
Southeast Region: Waste Management Program, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900.
Contact: Mohamad Mazid, Chief, Technical Services, E-Mail Address: RA-EPWM-SERO-PERMITS@pa.gov.
WMGR081SE020 (Formerly WMGR081D006). TBS Industries, Inc., 4211 Van Kirk Street, Philadelphia, PA 19135, City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County. This general permit is for the renewal of Determination of Applicability to continue the coverage under the conditions defined within General Permit No. WMGR081 for the beneficial use of waste electronics at TBS Industries Inc Facility, located at 4211 Van Kirk Street in the City and County of Philadelphia. Application received: June 28, 2024. Issued: December 17, 2024.
Persons interested in reviewing the permit may contact Waste Management Program Manager, E-Mail Address: RA-EPWM-SERO-PERMITS@pa.gov, Southeast Region, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5900. TDD users may contact DEP through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service, 800-654-5984.
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.
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.
GP20-36-03228: Garden Spot Village, 433 South Kinzer Avenue, New Holland, PA 17557, Earl Township, Lancaster County. For a natural gas-fired combined heat and power facility under GP-20. Application received: October 23, 2024. Issued: December 13, 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.
GP5-30-00225E/AG5-30-00002D: EQM Gathering Opco LLC, 2200 Energy Drive, Canonsburg, PA 15317, Franklin Township, Greene County. GP5-30-00225E/AG5-30-00002D: EQM Gathering OPCO, LLC (2200 Energy Drive, Canonsburg, PA 15317) on December 18, 2024, to operate previously installed sources and new sources which include: 13-GPU, 1-Qnergy generator, 2-Thermo-Electric generators, 1-Desiccant Dryer, 2-produced water tanks, 16,800 gallons (400 bbl) capacity each, 2 methanol tanks at 330-gallon, 1-methanol tanks at 13-gallon, venting/blowdowns, fugitives, and pigging operations at their existing Patton Compressor Station located in Franklin Township, Greene County. Application received: October 23, 2024. Authorized: December 18, 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.
Northwest Region: Air Quality Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: David Balog, New Source Review Section Chief, 814-332-6328.
24-00083AC: Mersen USA GS Corp—St Marys, 1032 Trout Run Road, St. Marys, PA 15857, City of Saint Marys, Elk County. Issued a Plan Approval for the installation and temporary operation of new pulverizing equipment (Source 1006) with dust collection (Source C1006) to process carbon mix stones. Mersen USA is a Title V facility operating under Title V Operating Permit No. 24-00083. Application received: February 26, 2024. Issued: December 11, 2024. Expiration date: May 31, 2026.
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.
PA-63-01072A: Community Cremations LLC, 24 North Cherry Avenue, Houston, PA 15342, Houston Borough, Washington County. Plan approval issued on December 18, 2024, to permit Community Cremations Houston facility to cremate human bodies up to 1,000 pounds including container in the previously authorized natural gas-fired A-350 HT crematory incinerator rated at 150 lbs/hr located in Houston Borough, Washington County. Application received: May 23, 2024. Issued: December 18, 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.
08-00017A: Northern Tier Solid Waste Authority, P.O. Box 10, Burlington, PA 18814, West Burlington Township, Bradford County. The facility was issued a plan approval extension to allow additional time to incorporate the plan approval into Operating Permit and to permit continued operation of the western expansion waste cells for their municipal waste landfill. The plan approval has been extended for an additional 180 days. Application received: December 3, 2024. Issued: December 13, 2024. New expiration date: June 14, 2025.
Northwest Region: Air Quality Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: David Balog, P.E., New Source Review Section Chief, 814-332-6328.
37-00008C: Ellwood City Forge, 800 Commercial Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117-2354, Ellwood City Borough, Lawrence County. Issued a 3-month plan approval extension, to cover the period when a new plan approval will be issued that supersedes the ''C'' plan approval. This extension expires March 31, 2025. Application received: November 5, 2024. Issued: December 16, 2024.
Southcentral Region: Air Quality Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Thomas Bianca, PE, West Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4863.
01-03042A: G & S Foods, LLC, 293 Blettner Avenue, Hanover, PA 17331, Conewago Township, Adams County. For the construction and operation of a snack food manufacturing facility. The plan approval was extended. Application received: December 9, 2024. Issued: December 18, 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.
09-0152G: Gelest Inc., 11 Steel Rd E, Morrisville, PA 19067-3613, Falls Township, Bucks County. This action is for the installation and operation of ten (10) reactor vessels and one (1) filter dryer at a specialty chemical manufacturing facility. Application received: August 20, 2024. Issued: December 19, 2024.
23-0003Z: Monroe Energy LLC, 4101 Post Rd, Trainer, PA 19061-5052, Trainer Borough, Delaware County. This action is for the extension of a Plan Approval for the construction of three (3) new cooling towers at the Refinery. Application received: December 10, 2024. Issued: December 19, 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.
PA-65-00767B: Westmoreland Sanitary Landfill, LLC, 111 Conner Lane, Belle Vernon, PA 15012, Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County. To allow continued operation of the 2,128 bhp generator engine controlled by oxidation catalyst and SCR. The new expiration date is June 28, 2025. Application received: December 11, 2024. Issued: December 17, 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: Norm Frederick, 570-826-2409.
48-00110: Lehigh Valley Animal Crematory Svc Inc./Hellertown, 415 Front St., Hellertown, PA 15301-8910, Hellertown Borough, Northampton County. The Department issued a renewal State-Only (Natural Minor) Operating Permit for operation of sources at the funeral services and animal crematories facility located in Hellertown Borough, Northampton County. The facility operates two (2) animal cremation systems. The sources are considered a minor emission source of nitrogen oxide (NOx), sulfur oxides (SOx), carbon monoxide (CO), total suspended particulate (TSP) and VOC's. The Operating Permit contains 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: October 2, 2024. Renewal issued: December 13, 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.
33-00025: Punxsutawney Area Hospital, 81 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767, Young Township, Jefferson County. The primary sources at the facility are a 285 kW oil-fired emergency generator, a parts washer, and 2 dual-fueled 10.5 million Btu/hr boilers, operated on a monthly rotation, using natural gas as the primary fuel and capable of firing oil in the event of a natural gas curtailment. Potential Emissions for the site under the current physical and operational design are as follows: 5.3 tpy NOx; 4 tpy CO; 0.1 tpy PM; 0.1 tpy SOx; and 0.3 tpy VOC. The facility is a Natural Minor. The boilers are subject to the 40 CFR 63.11237 Definition of Gas-Fired Boiler. The emergency generator is subject to 40 CFR 63.8585(f). The permit contains emission restrictions, recordkeeping, and work practice requirements to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act and the Air Pollution Control Act. Application received: December 17, 2023. Deemed administratively complete: May 26, 2023. Issued: December 12, 2024.
Southcentral Region: Air Quality Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, 717-705-4700.
Contact: Thomas Bianca, PE, West Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4863.
67-03007: Apex Tool Group LLC, 3990 East Market Street, York, PA 17402-2769, Springettsbury Township, York County. For the steel chain/wire products manufacturing facility. The State-Only permit was renewed. Application received: June 21, 2024. Issued: December 12, 2024.
Contact: Thomas Hanlon, PE, East Permit Section Chief, 717-705-4862.
36-03002: High Concrete Structures, Inc., 125 Denver Road, Denver, PA 17517-9314, East Cocalico Township, Lancaster County. For the architectural and structural precast concrete systems manufacturing facility. The State-Only permit was renewed. Application received: September 12, 2024. Issued: December 16, 2024.
06-03113: H & K Group, Inc., P.O. Box 196, Skippack, PA 19474-0196, Robeson Township, Berks County. For the stone crushing and handling operations at the Birdsboro Quarry. The State-Only permit was renewed. Application received: January 30, 2024. Issued: December 12, 2024.
06-05096: Tower Health Systems—Reading Hospital, P.O. Box 16052, Reading, PA 19612-6052, West Reading Borough, Berks County. For the boilers, generators and turbines at the Reading Hospital. The State-Only permit was renewed. Application received: February 2, 2024. Issued: December 17, 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.
15-00027: Johnson Matthey/Devon Plant, 465 Devon Park Dr, Wayne, PA 19087-1816, Tredyffrin Township, Chester County. This action is for initial State-Only Operating Permit for the facility manufactures emissions control devices for cars, trucks, and buses in three separate but contiguous buildings (Devon I, II and III). The facility was previously permitted as a major facility under a Title V Operating Permit. Application received: April 15, 2024. Issued: December 17, 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.
Northwest Region: Air Quality Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: Matthew Williams, Facilities Permitting Chief, 814-332-6940.
10-00331: Butler Memorial Hospital, 1 Hospital Way, Butler, PA 16001-4670, City of Butler, Butler County. The permit was administratively amended to incorporate the change of responsible official. Application received: November 6, 2024. Revised: December 3, 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.
46-00298: GlaxoSmithKline, 709 Swedeland Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406, Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County. This action is for an Administrative Amendment of the Title V Operating Permit issued under the Air Pollution Control Act (35 P.S. §§ 4001—4015) and 25 Pa. Code § 127.450. Facility-wide potential to emit NOx emissions exceed the 25 tons per year (TPY) threshold. The facility is classified as an area source of hazardous air pollutants (HAP); facility-wide HAP emissions are less than ten (10) tpy of any individual HAP and twenty-five (25) tpy for any combination of HAPs. The Administrative Amendment incorporates an update to the permit contact from Lindsay Griffiths, Environmental Advisor, to Jessica Branch, EHS Manager. The amended permit will include monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements designed to keep the facility within all applicable air quality requirements. Application received: December 19, 2024. Issued: December 19, 2024.
Southwest Region: Air Quality Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: Thomas Joseph, P.E., Facilities Permitting Chief, 412-442-4336.
56-00100: Highland Tank LLC, 1 Highland Road, Stoystown, PA 15563, Stoystown Borough, Somerset County. Administrative Amendment, issued on October 10, 2024, for a change of ownership and facility name at the now Highland Tank Stoystown Plant. This facility is a storage tank fabrication facility located in Stoystown Borough, Somerset County at 1 Highland Rd, Stoystown PA 15563. Application received: November 8, 2024. Deemed administratively complete: November 25, 2024.
De Minimis Emissions Increases Authorized under 25 Pa. Code § 127.449.
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.
DEM-63-01015A: Range Resources Corporation, 3000 Town Center Boulevard, Canonsburg, PA 15317, Jefferson Township, Washington County. On November 14, 2024, Range Resources Corporation (3000 Town Center Boulevard, Canonsburg, PA 15317), submitted a request for a de minimis emission increase at its Miller William 10129 Well Pad located in Jefferson Township, Washington County. This Notice is published per 25 Pa. Code Section 127.449(i). The well pad contains active, completed, horizonal wells, producing ''wet'' natural gas from the Marcellus Shale and ancillary equipment. The project is to construct an emergency electrical generator powered by a 10.1-bhp diesel engine, to be utilized if utility electrical power becomes unavailable to the site and conversion of pneumatic power for regulators from natural gas to compressed air. Annual operation of the generator engine will be limited to a maximum of 500-hours per year. Range Resources Corporation will comply with requirements in DEM-63-01015A. Currently operation of the well pad is authorized by GP-5A-63-01015B. Installation of this engine and conversion of the power for regulators will not change potential air emissions from any other source at the facility. Per Section 15 of BAQ-GPA/GP-5 for Natural Gas Compression Stations, Processing Plants, and Transmission Stations which requires compliance with the emission limits in 25 Pa. Code § 127.449 (d) among other requirements, the Department has determined this change is exempt from Plan Approval as a de minimis emission increase. Also, this project is not exempt from Operating Permit. At the time of General Permit renewal, the constructed equipment and these requirements will be incorporated into the General Permit. The following table shows emission changes at the well pad since its operation was authorized by GP-5A-63-01015B:
Table 1—Change in Potential Emissions since Authorization for Use of
(AG5A-63-00001B/GP-5A-63-01015B) on July 1, 2024.
Range Resources Corporation—Miller William 10129 Well Pad (GP-5A-63-01015B)
| Action | Date | Source | NOx | CO | VOC | PM10 | PM2.5 | SO2 | Combined HAPs | CO2e |
|---|
(tpy)
|
| Potential Facility Emissions at GP5A-63-01015B Issue |
| Use of GP5A | 7/1/2024 | Facility
| 14.25 | 11.96 | 26.14 | 5.64 | 5.64 | 0.28 | 9.90 | 17,096 |
| Previous Potential Emission Changes |
| None | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Current Potential Emissions Change |
DEM-
63-
01015A | 12/11/2024 | Addition of 10.1-bhp Diesel, Emergency Engine | 0.08 | 0.02 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.00 | 2.91 |
| & Compressed Air for Regulators | 0.00 | 0.00 | -0.43 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | -16.71 |
Sum of Potential Emission Changes
| 0.08 | 0.02 | -0.42 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.00 | -13.75 |
Potential Facility Emissions after Changes
| 14.33 | 11.98 | 25.72 | 5.65 | 5.65 | 0.29 | 9.90 | 17,082 |
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact Sheri Guerrieri at 412-442-4174 or via email at shguerrier@pa.gov.
DEM-65-01037C: Alcoa Technical Center LLC, 859 White Cloud Road, New Kensington, PA 15068, Upper Burrell Township, Westmoreland County. On October 18, 2024, Alcoa Technical Center LLC (859 White Cloud Road, New Kensington, PA 15068), submitted a notice of a de minimis increase which would result in a temporary emission increase at its Alcoa Technical Center. This Notice is published per 25 Pa. Code Section 127.449(i). The Alcoa Technical Center is a research facility. This facility is regulated by natural minor, State Only Operating Permit, SOOP-65-01037, last renewed on October 14, 2021. The project is the temporary installation of a 9.1-kw, electrical output generator set powered by a 25-bhp diesel engine and operate for a maximum of 20-hours. The Alcoa Technical Center will comply with requirements in DEM-65-1037C. Installation of this engine will not change potential air emissions from any other source at the facility.
The following table shows emission changes at the research facility since its operation was authorized by SOOP-65-01037 on October 14, 2021:
| Action | Date | Source | NOx | CO | VOC | PM10 | PM2.5 | SO2 | Combined HAPs | CO2e |
|---|
(tpy)
|
| Potential Facility Emissions at SOOP renewal |
SOOP-65-
1037 | 10/14/21 | Facility | 5.86 | 53.32 | 0.84 | 1.15 | 1.15 | 0.03 | 0.21 | 6,365 |
| Previous Potential Emission Changes |
| 9993 | 4/10/23 | Addition of Batch Kiln | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.20 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.20 | 0.00 |
| 10026 | 6/30/23 | Addition of Furnace w/Thermal Oxidizer | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 10615 | 7/10/24 | Addition of two Batch Kilns | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.28 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 10411 | 8/21/24 | Addition of emergency 750-kw generator @200-annual hours | 0.64 | 0.64 | 0.07 | 0.02 | 0.02 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 134 |
DEM-65-
01037A | 9/25/24 | Addition of temporary, emergency, 264-kw generator @100-annual hours | 0.68 | 0.15 | 0.07 | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.04 | 0.00 | 25 |
| 10826 | 10/2/24 | Addition of emergency, 2,000-kw generator @100-annual hours | 1.41 | 0.77 | 0.10 | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.30 | 0.00 | 158 |
DEM-65-
01037B | 12/12/24 | Addition of Induction Furnace, Cell Operations, and Batch Autopsy Dust Collector | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.62 | 0.62 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Current Potential Emission Change |
DEM-65-
01037C | 12/12/24 | Addition of temporary, 25-bhp diesel engine @ 20-annual hours | 0.01 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.29 |
Sum of Potential Emission Changes
| 2.74 | 1.56 | 0.72 | 0.73 | 0.73 | 0.34 | 0.20 | 317 |
Potential Facility Emissions after Changes
| 8.60 | 54.88 | 1.56 | 1.88 | 1.88 | 0.37 | 0.41 | 6,682 |
After review, the Department has determined that this project is exempt from Plan Approval as a de minimis emission increase per § 127.14(a)(8) listed as Number 36 ''Sources qualifying under § 127.449 as a de minimis increase'' in the Department's Plan Approval and Operating Permit Exemption List (275-2101-003/July 1, 2021) established under 25 Pa. Code § 127.14(d). Also, this project is not exempt from Operating Permit. If this temporary generator engine is still in place at the time of Operating Permit renewal, the constructed equipment and these requirements will be incorporated into the State Only Operating Permit at a later time. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact Sheri Guerrieri at 412-442-4174 or via email at shguerrier@pa.gov.
DEM-65-00816A: Diversified Energy Company, 125 Industry Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370, Hempfield Township, Westmoreland County.
On October 17, 2024, Diversified Energy Company (125 Industry Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370), submitted a request for a de minimis emission increase at its Silvis Compressor Station located in Hempfield Township, Westmoreland County. This Notice is published per 25 Pa. Code Section 127.449(i). The compressor station contains one (1) reciprocating, natural gas compressor driven by a 215-bhp natural gas-fired engine. The project is to construct a 0.3 MMSCFD, TEG dehydration system containing a 125,000-Btu/hr. rehydration boiler. Diversified Energy Company will comply with requirements in DEM-65-00816B. Currently operation of the well pad is authorized by GP-5-65-00816B. Installation of this TEG will not change potential air emissions from any other source at the facility.
Per Section 15 of BAQ-GPA/GP-5 for Natural Gas Compression Stations, Processing Plants, and Transmission Stations which requires compliance with the emission limits in 25 Pa. Code § 127.449 (d) among other requirements, the Department has determined this change is exempt from Plan Approval as a de minimis emission increase. Also, this project is not exempt from Operating Permit. At the time of General Permit renewal, the constructed equipment and these requirements will be incorporated into the General Permit.
The following table shows emission changes at the compressor station since its operation was reauthorized by use of GP-5-65-00816B:
Table 1—Change in Potential Emissions since Authorization for Use of GP5-65-00816B on January 9, 2018.
Diversified Energy Company—Silvis Compressor Station
| Action | Date | Source | VOC
| HAPs
| CO2e |
|---|
| (tpy) |
| Potential Facility Emissions at Time GP5-65-00816 Reauthorized for use. |
| GP5-65-00816B Reauthorized for use | 1/9/2018 | Facility | 0.50 | 0.11 | 1,263 |
| Changes in Potential Emissions Since Renewal. |
| DEM-65-00816A | 12/12/2024 | Addition of 0.3-TEG Dehydration System | 0.200 | 0.005 | 15.16 |
Sum of Potential Emission Changes
| 0.20 | 0.01 | 15 |
Potential Facility Emissions after Changes
| 0.70 | 0.12 | 1,278 |
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact Sheri Guerrieri at 412-442-4174 or via email at shguerrier@pa.gov.
DEM-04-00750A: Range Resources, 3000 Town Center Blvd, Canonsburg, PA 15317, Independence Township, Beaver County.
On November 6, 2024, Range Resources Corporation (3000 Town Center Boulevard, Canonsburg, PA 15317), submitted a notice of a de minimis increase which would result in an emission increase at its Jodikinos Carol 11380 Well Pad (Independence Township, Beaver County). This Notice is published per 25 Pa. Code Section 127.449(i). The Jodikinos Carol 11380 Well Pad is an unconventional natural gas well pad. This facility is regulated by General Permit GP-5A-Unconventional Natural Gas Well Site Operations and Remote Pigging Stations (2700-PM-BAQ0268), AG5A-04-00001B/GP5A-04-00750A, authorized for use on May 6, 2024. The project is the installation of a 10.1-horsepower, emergency backup generator. The well pad will comply with requirements in DEM-04-00750A. Installation of this emergency backup generator will not change potential air emissions from any other source at the facility.
Per Section A Condition 15 of BAQ-GPA/GP-5A Unconventional Natural Gas Well Site Operations and Remote Pigging Stations which requires compliance with the emission limits in 25 Pa. Code § 127.449 (d) among other requirements, the Department has determined this change is exempt from Plan Approval as a de minimis emission increase.
The following list displays the change in potential emissions from the facility during the permit term of May 6, 2024 to May 6, 2029:
| Action | Date | Source | NOx | CO | VOC | PM10 | PM2.5 | SOx | Combined HAPs | CH4 |
|---|
(tpy)
|
| Potential Facility Emissions Before Change |
| Potential Facility Emissions Before Change | 15.84 | 13.30 | 6.71 | 3.75 | 9.82 | 0.10 | 2.89 | 33.13 |
| Current Emissions Change |
DEM-04-
00750A | 12/10/2024 | Addition of 10.1-Horsepower Emergency Backup Generator | 0.078 | 0.017 | 0.0062 | 0.0056 | 0.0056 | 0.0052 | 0.00005 | 0.0018 |
| Current Change | 0.08 | 0.02 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Potential Facility Emissions After Change | 15.92 | 13.32 | 6.72 | 3.75 | 9.82 | 0.10 | 2.89 | 33.13 |
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact Sheri Guerrieri at 412-442-4174 or via email at shguerrier@pa.gov.
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. 30841312. NPDES No. PA0013790. The Monongalia County Coal Company, 46226 National Road, Saint Clairsville, OH 43950, Jackson Township, Greene County. To revise the permit and related NPDES permit for post-mining land use change for all structures to remain on the 22M bleeder shaft site. Application received: May 31, 2023. Accepted: July 17, 2023. Issued: July 12, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 30841317. NPDES No. PA0213527. Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC, 275 Technology Drive, Suite 101, Canonsburg, PA 15317, Richhill, Morris, and Washington Townships, Greene County. To revise the permit and related NPDES permit for installation of two (2) degas boreholes, affecting 6.0 surface acres. Application received: April 24, 2024. Accepted: May 16, 2024. Issued: July 25, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 11051301. NPDES No. PA0235652. Rosebud Mining Company, 301 Market Street, Kittanning, PA 16201, Cresson and Munster Townships, Cambria County. To revise the permit and related NPDES permit for installation of degas borehole, affecting 1.6 surface acres. Application received: October 21, 2022. Accepted: December 16, 2022. Issued: November 27, 2024.
Pottsville District Mining Office: 5 West Laurel Boulevard, Pottsville, PA 17901, 570-621-3118.
Contact: RA-EPPottsvilleDMO@pa.gov.
Mining Permit No. 40663026. Wildcat Carbon Processing, LLC, 100 Hazlebrook Road, Hazleton, PA 18201, Hazle Township, Luzerne County. Transfer of an anthracite surface mine, coal refuse disposal and preparation plant operation affecting 279.57 acres. Receiving stream: Black Creek. Application received: September 18, 2023. Transfer issued: December 16, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 40663026. GP104 Permit No. PAM123027. Wildcat Carbon Processing, LLC, 100 Hazlebrook Road, Hazleton, PA 18201, Hazle Township, Luzerne County. Coverage under the General NPDES Stormwater Permit for stormwater discharges associated with mining activities (BMP-GP-104). Receiving stream: Black Creek. Application received: September 18, 2023. Coverage issued: December 16, 2024.
Noncoal Permits
Knox District Mining Office: P.O. Box 669, 310 Best Avenue, Knox, PA 16232-0669, 814-797-1191.
Contact: Alicia Cook, Clerical Assistant 3, 814-343-3328.
Mining Permit No. 61242802. GP-104 No. PAM624005. Ben Hal Mining, Inc., 389 Irishtown Road, Grove City, PA 16127, Irwin Township, Venango County. Commencement, operation and restoration of a small industrial minerals mine affecting 5.0 acres. Receiving streams: Unnamed tributary to North Branch Slippery Rock Creek. Application received: October 7, 2024. Issued: December 18, 2024.
Pottsville District Mining Office: 5 West Laurel Boulevard, Pottsville, PA 17901, 570-621-3118.
Contact: RA-EPPottsvilleDMO@pa.gov.
Mining Permit No. 6376SM2. NPDES Permit No. PA0594474. York Building Products Co., Inc., 950 Smile Way, Suite A, York, PA 17404, Jackson Township, York County. Renew NPDES permit for discharge of treated mine drainage from a quarry operation. Receiving stream: Little Conewago Creek. Application received: September 18, 2023. Renewal issued: December 18, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 67870301. NPDES Permit No. PA0010235. York Building Products Co., Inc., 950 Smile Way, Suite A, York, PA 17404, Manchester Township and City of York, York County. Renew NPDES permit for discharge of treated mine drainage from a quarry operation. Receiving stream: Willis Run. Application received: September 18, 2023. Renewal issued: December 18, 2024.
Mining Permit No. 5777SM4. NPDES Permit No. PA0034690. Barletta Materials & Construction, Inc., P.O. Box 550, Tamaqua, PA 18252, Nescopeck Township, Luzerne County. Renew NPDES permit for discharge of treated mine drainage from a quarry operation. Receiving stream: UNT to Susquehanna River. Application received: December 4, 2023. Renewal issued: December 18, 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.
Northwest Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: RA-EPWW-NWRO@pa.gov.
E4306224-003. Upper Shenango Valley Water Pollution Control Authority, P.O. Box 308, Sharpsville, PA 16150, City of Hermitage, Mercer County. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District.
Construct and maintain a gravel access road for the cured in place lining of the existing sanitary sewer pipe and continual operation of the updated sanitary sewer line which parallels the Shenango River along North Water Avenue extending from just north of the intersection with Orangeville Road approximately 1615 feet in the City of Hermitage, Mercer County. The project includes approximately 824 linear feet of structural fill scour protection impacting approximately 10 acres of the 100-year flood plain and 0.07 acre of floodway to the Shenango River and 0.4 acre of wetlands. Latitude: 41.258069°, Longitude: -80.501455°. Application received: March 25, 2024. Issued: December 16, 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.
ECGP # 3 ESG290824019-00
Applicant Name Chesapeake Appalachia LLC
Contact Person Eric Haskins
Address 14 Chesapeake Lane
City, State, Zip Sayre, PA 18840
Township(s) Monroe Township
County Bradford County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) Shrader Creek (HQ-CWF, MF)
Application received: October 3, 2024
Issued: December 16, 2024
Northwest Region: Oil and Gas Management Program, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481, 814-332-6945.
Contact: Kate Hoge, 814-332-6868.
ESCGP # 3 ESG082424003-00
Applicant Name Pin Oak Energy Partners LLC
Contact Person Christine L. Shepard-Desal
Address 388 S Main Street, Suite 401
City, State, Zip Akron, OH 44311
Township(s) Ridgway Township
County Elk County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) UNT to Little Mill Creek (HQ-CWF); UNT to Silver Creek (HQ-CWF)
Application received: June 28, 2024
Issued: December 19, 2024
Southwest District: Oil and Gas Management Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745.
Contact: RA-EPSW-OGSUBMISSION@pa.gov.
ESCGP # 3 ESG076324011-00
Applicant Name CNX Midstream OPR CO LLC—
MOR44 Pipeline & Waterline CRDA-9 Reroute
Contact Person Robert Bassett, (724) 485-3647
robertbassett@cnx.com
Address 0.5 mile south of Enon Church Rd and Jackson Rd
City, State, Zip West Finley, PA 15377
Township(s) East Finley Township, West Finley Township
County Washington County
Receiving Stream(s) and Classification(s) 101. Lat 39.97699, Long -80.42576, UNT to Enlow Fork, Ch 93 class WWF 102. Lat 39.99270, Long -80.41312, UNT to Enlow Fork, Ch 93 class WWF 103. Lat 39.99294, Long -80.42092, UNT to Rocky Run, Ch 93 class TSF
Application received: August 28, 2024
Issued: December 17, 2024
CORRECTIVE ACTION UNDER
ACT 32, 1989
PREAMBLE 2
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.
Northeast Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915, 570-826-2511.
Contact: Eric Supey, Environmental Program Manager, 570-826-2511.
Top Star 5, Storage Tank Facility ID # 39-51087, 5626 Route 145, Laurys Station, PA 18059, North Whitehall Township, Lehigh County. Synergy Environmental, 155 Railroad Plaza, Royersford, PA 19468, on behalf of Topper Equities, Inc., 14 East Main Street, Emmaus, PA 18049, submitted a Remedial Action Plan concerning remediation of groundwater contaminated with gasoline. The plan is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting Statewide health standards.
RV Beverage/Vamco Fuel Route 6&11 Property, Storage Tank Facility ID # 35-27640, 801 Northern Boulevard, Clarks Summit, PA 18411, South Abington Township, Lackawanna County. LaBella Associates, 1000 Dunham Drive, Suite B, Dunmore, PA 18512, on behalf of Vamco Fuel Route 6&11, 107 Squirrel Run, Clarks Summit, PA 18411, submitted a Remedial Action Completion Report concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with petroleum. The report is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting Statewide health and site-specific standards.
Jack Frost Mountain Ski Area, Storage Tank Facility ID # 13-30162, 434 Jack Frost Mountain Road, Blakeslee, PA 18610, Kidder Township, Carbon County. Groundwater Sciences Corporation, 2550 Interstate Drive, Suite 303, Harrisburg, PA 17110, on behalf of JFBB Ski Areas, Inc., P.O. Box 1539, Blakeslee, PA 18610, submitted a Remedial Action Plan concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with petroleum. The plan is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting site-specific standards.
S&G Petro Service, Storage Tank Facility ID # 48-22812, 3751 Lehigh Drive, Northampton, PA 18067, Lehigh Township, Northampton County. MEA, 1365 Ackermanville Road, Bangor, PA 18013, on behalf of S&G Petro Service, LLC, 3751 Lehigh Drive, Northampton, PA 18067, submitted a Remedial Action Plan concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with gasoline. The plan is intended to document the remedial actions for meeting Statewide health standards.
CORRECTIVE ACTION UNDER
ACT 32, 1989
PREAMBLE 3
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.
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.
SUNOCO 80016911, Storage Tank Facility ID # 46-37607, 511 W Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462, Plymouth Township, Montgomery County. RMS Environmental LLC, 1000 E Walnut Street, Suite 722, Perkasie, PA 18944, on behalf of 511 Germantown Pike Associates, LP, 1000 Germantown Pike, A-2, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462, submitted a Remedial Action Plan concerning remediation of soil and groundwater contaminated with unleaded gasoline. The plan did not demonstrate attainment of the nonresidential Statewide health standards and was disapproved by DEP on December 19, 2024.
Southwest Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, 412-442-4000.
Contact: Janelle Hromyak, Clerical Assistant 2, 412-442-4091.
GetGo # 3051, Storage Tank Facility ID # 65-80084, 4285 State Route 51, Belle Vernon, PA 15012, Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County. Rob Sharrow, BJAAM Environmental, Inc., P.O Box 523, Canal Fulton, OH 44614, on behalf of Matt Puntureri, Giant Eagle, Inc., 700 Cranberry Woods Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066, submitted a Remedial Action Completion Report concerning remediation of groundwater contaminated with unleaded gasoline and diesel fuel. The report demonstrated attainment of the residential Statewide health and background standards and was approved by DEP on December 13, 2024.
SPECIAL NOTICES
WASTE, AIR, RADIATION AND REMEDIATION
Plan Revision Approval under the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act of 1988, Act 101.
Southcentral Region: Waste Management Program Manager, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
Contact: Teesha Truesdale, 717-787-7382.
The Department of Environmental Protection (Department) approved the Dauphin County Municipal Solid Waste Management Plan 2024-2033 Revision on December 16, 2024. Persons aggrieved by an action may appeal, under section 4 of the Environmental Hearing Board Act (35 P.S. § 7514) and 2 Pa.C.S. §§ 501—508 and 701—704 (relating to the Administrative Agency Law), 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. TDD users may contact the Environmental Hearing Board (Board) through the Pennsylvania Hamilton Relay Service, (800) 654-5984. 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 any right of appeal beyond that permitted by applicable statutes and decision law.
For individuals who wish to challenge an action, appeals must reach the Board within 30 days.
A lawyer is not needed to file an appeal with the Board.
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.
The plan revision is a public document and may be viewed at the Southcentral Regional Office at the address previously noted.
Questions concerning this approval should be directed to Mark Vottero, Environmental Group Manager, Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau Waste Management, Division of Waste Minimization and Planning, P.O. Box 8472, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8472 or to Carrie Fleming, Environmental Program Manager, Waste Management at the Regional Office previously noted.
Availability of Proposed Consent Order and Agreement; Public Comment Period Extension Benner Township PFAS Investigation, Centre County.
Northcentral Region: Environmental Cleanup & Brownfields Program, 208 W. 3rd Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, 570-327-3636.
Contact: Randy Farmerie P.G., 570-327-3716.
On December 7, 2024, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) published notice of a 60-day public comment period open through Wednesday, February 5, 2025, for the proposed Consent Order and Agreement (CO&A) between DEP and the Pennsylvania State University. The proposed CO&A was made available for public review on December 13, 2024. By this notice, DEP is extending the public comment period for that proposed CO&A an additional 7 days, so that the comment period will now be open through Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
As noted in the original notice, persons may submit comments at RA-EPNCECComments@pa.gov. Alternatively, written comments can be mailed to Hazardous Sites Cleanup Program, Department of Environmental Protection, 208 W. Third Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701.
AIR QUALITY PROGRAM
Intent to Issue TVOP.
Southeast Region: 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, 484-250-5920.
Contact: Janine Tulloch-Reid, Facilities Permitting Section Chief, 484-250-7505.
Application Type: Intent to Issue TVOP
Application Number: 23-00003
PF Name: Monroe Energy, LLC
PF Address: 4101 Post Road
City: Trainer
Zip: 19061-5052
Municipality: Trainer Borough
County: Delaware
Application Received: December 22, 2022
This notice corrects the public hearing date to notice published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin (Volume 54, No. 50) on December 14, 2024. 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 (DEP) has made a preliminary determination to approve a RACT III alternative compliance plan for Monroe Energy, LLC for its Trainer refinery.
The RACT III alternative compliance plan, if approved by DEP, will be issued as a significant modification to the facility's Title V Operating Permit (TVOP).
The RACT III alternative compliance plan incorporates provisions and requirements for the control of emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These provisions and requirements are intended to address the Commonwealth's Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) obligations under section 184 of the Clean Air Act for the 2015 8-hour ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The RACT III alternative compliance plan does not adopt any new regulations. If approved by DEP, the RACT III alternative compliance plan will be submitted to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a revision to the Commonwealth's State Implementation Plan (SIP). Requirements that are not part of the RACT III alternative compliance plan will be excluded from the SIP revision submittal. The following is a summary of the RACT III alternative compliance requirements for this facility that are proposed to be submitted to EPA as a revision to the Commonwealth's SIP, found in the TVOP:
| Source ID—Description | Citation | Air Cleaning Devices and Air Pollution Control
Technologies or Techniques |
|---|
Current RACT
| Proposed RACT III |
| 101—FCC Unit | 25 Pa. Code § 129.114(b) | Selective noncatalytic reduction (SNCR) and good operating practices | SNCR and good operating practices including NOx is limited to, 121.1 ppmdv as a 365-day rolling average at
0 percent oxygen, 155.3 ppmdv as a 7-day rolling average at 0 percent oxygen, 500 ppmdv as a 3-hour average at 0 percent oxygen. |
| 129—Disulfide Oxidizer Separator Vent | 25 Pa. Code § 129.114(c) | NA | Use of the CO Boiler |
| 130—Peabody Heater | 25 Pa. Code § 129.114(b) | Good operating practices | Same as current |
| 702—ULSG Cooling Tower | 25 Pa. Code § 129.114(c) | NA | Good operating practices, which includes leak detection and repair (LDAR) monitoring for fugitive VOC emissions. |
The public comment period begins on December 14, 2024. The public comment period will only be for the submission of written comments, suggestions, objections, or other information regarding the RACT III alternative compliance plan. Submissions may be made in writing to Ms. Janine Tulloch-Reid, P.E., Environmental Engineering Manager, Facilities Permitting Section, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Southeast Regional Office, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401, or electronically at jtullochre@pa.gov.
Each written submission must contain the name, address, and telephone number of the person(s) submitting the comments; identification of the RACT III alternative compliance plan, including the permit number; and a concise statement regarding the RACT III alternative 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 alternative compliance plan.
DEP will hold a public hearing on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the Marcus Hook Community Center (Curt Weldon Community Center), 7 W Delaware Avenue, Marcus Hook, PA 19061, from 6:00 PM—8:00 PM. The public hearing will be held to accept oral and written testimony on the proposed RACT III alternative compliance plan action and the proposed SIP revision. All comments, whether submitted to DEP in writing or delivered orally at the hearing, shall merit equal consideration.
Persons wishing to present testimony at the public hearing should register with Ms. Stephanie Berardi, Regional Communications Manager for DEP's Southeast Region, at sberardi@pa.gov or 484.250.5808. Speakers must pre-register in order to testify at the hearing. Registration to testify will close at 5:00 PM on Monday, January 27, 2025.
Oral testimony at the hearing will be limited to a maximum of 5 minutes per individual. Each organization is requested to designate one witness to present testimony on its behalf and time may not be relinquished to others. A stenographer will be present to record the testimony. DEP requests that presenters bring two copies of written remarks to aid in the transcription of testimony.
Persons unable to attend the hearing may submit a written statement and exhibits to DEP, in the same manner as previously specified, within 10 days after the public hearing (Friday, February 7, 2024), and this will officially end the public comment period for this action. All comments, whether submitted to DEP in writing or delivered orally at the hearing, shall merit equal consideration.
Should inclement weather postpone the hearing date, this information will be posted at www.dep.pa.gov/southeast. Please contact Ms. Stephanie Berardi or monitor our website to determine if a hearing will be held.
Copies of the significant modification application, proposed RACT III alternative compliance plan, and other relevant information are available for public review online at the Community Information page under PADEP's Southeast Regional Office website; at the Trainer Borough Municipal Building, 4300 Township Line Road, Trainer, PA 19061 (610.497.3838); at the Mary M. Campbell Marcus Hook Public Library, 1015 Green Street, Suite B, Marcus Hook, PA 19061 (610.485.6519); or at DEP's Southeast Regional Office, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401. An appointment to review the documents at DEP's Southeast Regional Office may be scheduled by contacting the Records Management Section of DEP at 484.250.5910 between 8:00 AM—4:00 PM, Monday—Friday, except holidays.
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 25-12. Filed for public inspection January 3, 2025, 9:00 a.m.]
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