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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
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APPLICATIONS
[30 Pa.B. 5976]
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED UNDER THE PENNSYLVANIA CLEAN STREAMS LAW AND THE FEDERAL CLEAN WATER ACT
[National Pollution Discharge Elimination System Program (NPDES)]
DISCHARGE OF CONTROLLED INDUSTRIAL WASTE AND SEWERAGE WASTEWATER
(Part I Permits) The following parties have applied for an NPDES permit to discharge controlled wastewaters into the surface waters of this Commonwealth. Unless otherwise indicated on the basis of preliminary review and application of lawful standards and regulations, the Department of Environmental Protection (Department) proposes to issue a permit to discharge, subject to certain effluent limitations and special conditions. These proposed determinations are tentative.
Where indicated, the EPA, Region III, Regional Administrator has waived his right to review or object to this proposed permit action under the waiver provision 40 CFR 123.6E.
Persons wishing to comment on the proposed permit are invited to submit a statement to the office noted above the application within 30 days from the date of this public notice. Comments received within this 30-day comment period will be considered in the formulation of the final determinations regarding this application. Responses should include the name, address and telephone number of the writer and a concise statement to inform the Department of the exact basis of a comment and the relevant facts upon which it is based. A public hearing may be held if the responsible office considers the public response significant.
Following the 30-day comment period, the Program Manager will make a final determination regarding the proposed permit. Notice of this determination will be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin at which time this determination may be appealed to the Environmental Hearing Board.
The application and related documents, proposed effluent limitations and special conditions, comments received and other information are on file and may be inspected and arrangements made for copying at the office indicated above the application.
Persons with a disability who wish to attend the hearing and require an auxiliary aid, service or other accommodation to participate in the proceedings should contact the specified program. TDD users may contact the Department through the Pennsylvania AT&T Relay Service at (800) 654-5984.
Applications for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit to discharge to State waters.
Southeast Regional Office: Regional Manager, Water Management, Lee Park, Suite 6010, 555 North Lane, Conshohocken, PA 19428, (610) 832-6130.
PA 0026085. Sewage, Upper Merion Municipal Utility Authority, 175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from treated sewage in Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County. This is existing discharge to Frog Run.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: warm water fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 002 based on an average flow of 6.88 mgd follows:
Average Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 (5-1 to 10-31) 18 27 36 (11-1 to 4-30) 25 38 50 Suspended Solids 30 45 60 Ammonia (as N) (5-1 to 10-31) 6.0 12.0 (11-1 to 4-30) 18.0 36.0 Total Residual Chlorine 0.5 1.2 Fecal Coliform 200 colonies/100 ml as a geometric average Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 2.0 mg/l at all times pH within limits of 6.0--9.0 standard units at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0052949. Industrial Waste, SIC: 4941, Philadelphia Suburban Water Company, 762 West Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated backwash water from a water pumping station in Upper Uwchlan Township, Chester County. This is an existing discharge to unnamed tributary of Marsh Creek.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: High quality trout stocking fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001, based on an average flow of 3,000 gpd are as follows:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Suspended Solids 30 60 75 Total Aluminum 4 8 10 Total Iron 2 4 5 Total Manganese 1 2 2.5 Chloroform monitor/report Chlorodibromo Methane monitor/report Dichlorobromo Methane monitor/report Total Residual Chlorine 0.5 1.3 pH within limits of 6.0--9.0 standard units at all times The proposed effluent limits for 002, based on an average flow of 3,000 gpd are as follows:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Total Residual Chlorine 0.5 1.3 pH within limits of 6.0--9.0 standard units at all times Other Conditions:
The EPA waiver is in effect.
Northeast Region: Environmental Protection Manager--Water Management--2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0790, (570) 826-2553.PA 0060801. Sewerage, Montrose Municipal Authority, P. O. Box 306, Montrose, PA 18801.
This proposed action is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage into Pettis Creek in Bridgewater Township, Susquehanna County.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: warm water fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply (PWS) considered during the evaluation is Danville Water Supply on North Branch of Susquehanna River.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 based on a design flow of .82 mgd are:
Monthly Average Weekly Average Instantaneous Parameter (mg/l) (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25.0 40.0 50.0 Total Suspended Solids 30.0 45.0 60.0 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 2 4 (11-1 to 4-30) 6 12 Dissolved Oxygen a minimum of 5 mg/l at all times Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric mean pH 6.0 to 9.0 standard units at all times Total Residual Chlorine .02 .05 The EPA waiver is in effect.
Southcentral Regional Office: Regional Water Management Program Manager, 909 Elberton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, (717) 705-4707.PA 0036269. SIC Code 4952, Sewage, Stewartstown Borough Authority, (Stewartstown Borough WWTP), c/o Borough Office, Six North Main Street, Stewartstown, PA 17363.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage to Ebaughs Creek in Watershed 7-I (Kreutz--Muddy Creeks), in Hopewell Township, York County.
The receiving stream is classified for cold water fishes, recreation, water supply and aquatic life. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply intake considered during the evaluation was Aberdeen Proving Ground--Chapel Hill located in Maryland. The discharge is not expected to impact any potable water supply.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.4 mgd are:
Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 (5-1 to 10-31) 15 22 XXX 30 (11-1 to 4-30) 25 40 XXX 50 Total Suspended Solids 30 45 XXX 60 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 3.5 XXX XXX 7.0 (11-1 to 4-30) 10.5 XXX XXX 21.0 Total Phosphorus 2.0 XXX XXX 4.0 Total Residual Chlorine 0.33 XXX XXX 1.09 Osmotic Pressure XXX XXX 140 210 Total Antimony XXX XXX monitor and report XXX Total Cadmium XXX XXX monitor and report XXX Total Mercury XXX XXX monitor and report XXX Total Selenium XXX XXX monitor and report XXX Total Silver XXX XXX monitor and report XXX Total Zinc XXX XXX monitor and report XXX Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 5.0 at all times pH From 6.0 to 9.0 inclusive Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 7,000/100 ml as a geometric average Individuals may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0083747. SIC Code 2421, Industrial Waste, Weaber, Inc., 1231 Mount Wilson Road, Lebanon, PA 17042-4785.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated industrial waste to Gingrich Run in Watershed 7-D (Swatara Creek), in South Annville Township, Lebanon County.
The receiving stream is classified for trout stocking fishery, recreation, water supply and aquatic life. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply intake considered during the evaluation was the Pennsylvania American Water Company located in South Hanover Township, Dauphin County. The discharge is not expected to impact any potable water supply.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 for a design flow of 0.015 mdg are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) pH (S.U.) 6.0 to 9.0 D.O. 5.0 instantaneous minimum Total Residual Chlorine <0.1 -- <0.2 Total Suspended Solids 30.0 -- 60.0 CBOD5 25.0 -- 50.0 NH3-N (5-1 to 10-31) 1.5 -- 3.0 (11-1 to 4-30) 4.5 -- 9.0 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200.0 -- -- (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000.0 -- -- Outfalls 002 through 008 are identified as stormwater outfalls. Monitoring for conventional pollutants and several metals is required for Outfalls 002, 003, 004, 006, and 007.
Individuals may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling Mary DiSanto, File Review Coordinator, at (717) 705-4732.
The EPA waiver is in effect.
Northcentral Region: Environmental Program Manager, Water Management Program, 208 West Third Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701-6448, (570) 327-3666.PA 0228249. SIC 4952, Eagle Creek Partnership (Eagle Creek Mobile Home Park), 1901 East College Avenue, State College, PA 16801.
The proposed action is for a new NPDES permit for the discharge of treated sewage to Bald Eagle Creek in Union Township, Centre County.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: trout stocked fishery and aquatic life, water supply and recreation.
For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, flouride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply (PWS) considered during the evaluation is Pennsylvania-American Water Company at Milton, located 92 river miles downstream.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 based on a design flow of 0.03 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Discharge Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 50 TSS 30 60 Total Chlorine Residual 1.0 2.3 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 mL as geom. avg. (10-1 to 4-30) 2000/100 mL as geom. avg. pH 6.0--9.0 at all times Other Considerations: none The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0228273. Sewerage, SIC: 4952, Locust Township Municipal Authority, R. R. 3, Box 119A, Catawissa, PA 17820.
The proposed action is for issuance of an NPDES permit for a new discharge of treated sewage wastewater to an unnamed tributary to Roaring Creek in Locust Township, Columbia County.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: cold water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purposes of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply (PWS) considered during the evaluation is Danville Borough Water Company located approximately 20 river miles downstream.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 based on a design flow of 0.05 mgd are:
Average Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 40 50 TSS 30 45 60 Ammonia (6-1 to 10-31) 3 4.5 6 (11-1 to 5-31) 9 13.5 18 Dissolved Oxygen 5 (minimum) Total Cl2 Residual 0.24 0.77 Fecal Coliforms 200 col/100 ml as a geometric mean pH 6.0 to 9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0112747. Sewerage, SIC: 4952, Mahaffey Borough Municipal Authority, P. O. Box 202, Mahaffey, PA 15757.
This proposed action is for renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage wastewater to West Branch Susquehanna River in Mahaffey Borough, Clearfield County.
The receiving stream is classified for the following uses: warm water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purposes of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2,-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing downstream potable water supply (PWS) considered during the evaluation is Reliant Energy located at Shawville.
The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 based on a design flow of 0.07 mgd are:
Average Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Weekly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 40 50 TSS 45 65 90 Total Cl2 Residual 1.0 2.3 Fecal Coliforms (5-1 to 9-30) 200 col/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000 col/100 ml as a geometric mean pH 6.0 to 9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
Southwest Regional Office: Water Management Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, (412) 442-4000.PA 0218511. Industrial Waste, SIC: 4941, Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa, 160 Hopewell Avenue, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
This application is for a new NPDES permit to discharge treated backwash water from the Aliquippa WTP facility located in Aliquippa Borough, Beaver County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, Logstown Run, classified as a WWF fishery with existing and/or potential uses for aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The first existing/proposed downstream potable water supply (PWS) is Midland Borough W. A., located approximately 17.5 miles downstream of the discharge point.
Outfall 001: new discharge, design flow of 0.114 mgd.
Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l) Average Maximum Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameters Monthly Daily Monthly Daily Maximum Flow (mgd) monitor and report monitor and report TSS 30 60 Total Iron 2 4 Aluminum (T) 4 8 Manganese (T) 1 2 TRC 0.5 1.0 pH between 6.0 and 9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0217140. Sewage, Indiana County Municipal Services Authority, 827 Water Street, Indiana, PA 15701.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES permit to discharge treated sewage from Shelocta Sewage Treatment Plant in Armstrong Township, Indiana County.
The following effluent limitations are proposed for discharge to the receiving waters, known as Crooked Creek, which are classified as a warm water fishery with existing and/or potential uses for aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The first downstream potable water supply intake from this facility is the: Buffalo Township Municipal Authority Freeport Plant.
Outfall 001: existing discharge, design flow of 0.07 mgd.
Concentration (mg/l) Average Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly Weekly Daily Maximum CBOD5 25 37.5 50 Suspended Solids 30 45 60 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric mean (10-1 to 4-30) 30,000/100 ml as a geometric mean pH not less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 The EPA waiver is in effect.
Northwest Regional Office: Regional Manager, Water Management, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335, (814) 332-6942.PA 0223034. Industrial Waste, SIC: 3312. Duferco Farrell Corporation.
This application is for a new NPDES Permit, to discharge treated industrial waste, non-contact cooling water and stormwater to the Shenango River in the City of Farrell, Mercer County. These are existing discharges.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: warm water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is PA American Water Company on the Shenango River located at New Castle, approximately 16 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 104 based on a design flow of 0.072 mgd are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Flow (mgd) monitor and report Total Suspended Solids XX XX 1002 Oil and Grease 15 30 Lead XX XX 6.0 Zinc XX XX 8.0 Copper 0.4 0.8 1.0 (T) Iron 1.5 3.0 3.75 pH 6.0 to 9.0 at all times The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 504 based on a design flow of 1.3 mgd are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Flow XX Total Suspended Solids XX XX 330 Oil and Grease XX 30 (T) Iron XX pH 6.0 to 9.0 at all times The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 604 based on a design flow of 0.072 mgd are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Flow XX Total Suspended Solids XX XX 104 Oil and Grease XX XX 35 (T) Iron XX Lead XX XX 0.63 Zinc XX XX 0.42 Naphthalene XX XX Tetrachloroethylene XX 0.21 Nickel XX XX 1.3 pH 6.0 to 9.0 at all times The proposed discharge limits for Outfall Nos. 104, 504 and 604 based on a design flow of 23.444 mgd are:
Average Maximum Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Daily (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) Flow XX Oil and Grease 15 30 (T) Iron 4.0 Temperature XX pH 6.0 to 9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is not in effect.
PA 0036617. Sewage. Remark Estates Mobile Home Park, 169 Pullman Drive, West Middlesex, PA 16158.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit, to discharge treated sewage to Unnamed Tributary to the Little Neshannock Creek in Lackawannock Township, Mercer County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: trout stocked fishery, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2,-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is the Municipal Authority of the Township of North Sewickley on the Beaver River located at river mile 7.6 and is located 35.0 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.01350 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 50 TSS 30 60 Ammonia-Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 4 8 (11-1 to 4-30) 12 24 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 1.4 3.3 Dissolved Oxygen minimum of 3 mg/l at all times pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0238414. Sewage. Josephine Schotsch, P. O. Box 915A, New Castle, PA 16107.
This application is for a new NPDES Permit, to discharge treated sewage to Unnamed Tributary to Big Run in Scott Township, Lawrence County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: warm water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is Beaver Falls Municipal Authority located at 32.17 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 800 gpd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 10 20 TSS 20 40 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine monitor and report pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0091341. Sewage. Moniteau School District, Moniteau Junior/Senior High School, 1810 West Sunbury Road, West Sunbury, PA 16061.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit, to discharge treated sewage to Unnamed Tributaries of Slippery Rock Creek and Glade Run Dam Lake (South Branch Slippery Rock Creek) in Cherry Township, Butler County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: cold water fish, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is the Salvation Army Camp Allegheny on Slippery Rock Creek located at river mile 3.2 and is located 30.0 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.01300 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 50 TSS 30 60 Ammonia-Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 15 30 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 0.5 1.2 pH 6.0--9.0 at all times. The EPA waiver is in effect.
PA 0032905. Sewage. Sunnyview Mobile Home Park, 90 Shenango Park Road, Transfer, PA 16154.
This application is for renewal of an NPDES Permit, to discharge treated sewage to Unnamed Tributary to the Little Neshannock Creek in Lackawannock Township, Mercer County. This is an existing discharge.
The receiving water is classified for the following uses: warm water fish, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. For the purpose of evaluating effluent requirements for TDS, NO2-NO3, fluoride and phenolics, the existing/proposed downstream potable water supply considered during the evaluation is the Sharpsville Municipal Water Authority on the Shenango River located at river mile 32.6 and is located 4.6 miles below point of discharge.
The proposed discharge limits for Outfall No. 001 based on a design flow of 0.02500 mgd are:
Average Instantaneous Parameter Monthly (mg/l) Maximum (mg/l) CBOD5 25 50 TSS 30 60 Ammonia-Nitrogen (5-1 to 10-31) 2 2 (11-1 to 4-30) 6.0 12 Phosphorus 1 2 Fecal Coliform (5-1 to 9-30) 200/100 ml as a geometric average (10-1 to 4-30) 2,000/100 ml as a geometric average Total Residual Chlorine 1 2.3 pH 6.0--9.0 at all times The EPA waiver is in effect.
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