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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 15-558

NOTICES

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Applications, Actions and Special Notices


APPLICATIONS

[45 Pa.B. 1502]
[Saturday, March 28, 2015]

THE CLEAN STREAMS LAW AND THE FEDERAL CLEAN WATER ACT

APPLICATIONS FOR NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PERMITS AND WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT (WQM) PERMITS

 This notice provides information about persons who have applied for a new, amended or renewed NPDES or WQM permit, a permit waiver for certain stormwater discharges or submitted a Notice of Intent (NOI) for coverage under a General Permit. The applications concern, but are not limited to, discharges regarding industrial, animal or sewage waste, discharges to groundwater, discharges associated with municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4), stormwater associated with construction activities or concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFO). This notice is provided in accordance with 25 Pa. Code Chapters 91 and 92a and 40 CFR Part 122, implementing The Clean Streams Law (35 P. S. §§ 691.1—691.1001) and the Federal Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.A. §§ 1251—1376).

Location Permit Authority Application Type or Category
Section I NPDES Renewals
Section II NPDES New or Amendment
Section III WQM Industrial, Sewage or Animal Waste; Discharge into Groundwater
Section IV NPDES MS4 Individual Permit
Section V NPDES MS4 Permit Waiver
Section VI NPDES Individual Permit Stormwater Construction
Section VII NPDES NOI for Coverage under NPDES General Permits

 For NPDES renewal applications in Section I, the Department of Environmental Protection (Department) has made a tentative determination to reissue these permits for 5 years subject to effluent limitations and monitoring and reporting requirements in their current permits, with appropriate and necessary updated requirements to reflect new and changed regulations and other requirements.

 For applications for new NPDES permits and renewal applications with major changes in Section II, as well as applications for MS4 Individual Permits and Individual Stormwater Construction Permits in Sections IV and VI, the Department, based upon preliminary reviews, has made tentative determinations of proposed effluent limitations and other terms and conditions for the permit applications. In accordance with 25 Pa. Code § 92a.32(d), the proposed discharge of stormwater associated with construction activities will be managed in accordance with the requirements of 25 Pa. Code Chapter 102. These determinations are published as proposed actions for comments prior to taking final actions.

 Unless indicated otherwise, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region III Administrator has waived the right to review or object to proposed NPDES permit actions under the waiver provision in 40 CFR 123.24(d).

 Persons wishing to comment on NPDES applications are invited to submit statements to the contact office noted before the application within 30 days from the date of this public notice. Persons wishing to comment on WQM permit applications are invited to submit statements to the office noted before the application within 15 days from the date of this public notice. Comments received within the respective comment periods will be considered in the final determinations regarding the applications. A comment submittal 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.

 The Department will also accept requests for public hearings on applications. A public hearing may be held if the responsible office considers the public response significant. If a hearing is scheduled, a notice of the hearing will be published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin and a newspaper of general circulation within the relevant geographical area. The Department will postpone its final determination until after a public hearing is held.

 Persons with a disability who require an auxiliary aid, service, including TDD users, or other accommodations to seek additional information should contact the Department through the Pennsylvania AT&T Relay Service at (800) 654-5984.


I. NPDES Renewal Applications

Southeast Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401. Phone: 484.250.5970

NPDES No.
(Type)
Facility Name &
Address
County &
Municipality
Stream Name
(Watershed No.)
EPA Waived
Y/N?
PA0056561
(Storm Water)
Romansville Shop
1845 West Strasburg Road
Coatesville, PA 19320-4814
Chester County
West Bradford Township
Broad Run and Unnamed Tributary to West Branch Brandywine Creek
(3-H)
Y

 Northeast Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915. Phone: 570-826-2511.
NPDES No.
(Type)
Facility Name &
Address
County &
Municipality
Stream Name
(Watershed No.)
EPA Waived
Y/N?
PA0060470
(Sewage)
Marworth Rehab Center STP
PO Box 36 Lily Lake Road
Waverly, PA 18471-7736
Lackawanna County
North Abington Township
Lily Lake on Unnamed Tributary to Ackerly Creek
(4-F)
Y

 Southcentral Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Phone: 717-705-4707.
NPDES No.
(Type)
Facility Name &
Address
County &
Municipality
Stream Name
(Watershed #)
EPA Waived Y/N?
PA0086525
Sewage
Centre Township
Municipal Authority
(Kingsgate Subdivision WWTP)
449 Bucks Hill Road
Mohrsville, PA 19541
Berks
Centre Township
UNT Irish Creek/3B Y
PA0081876
Sewage
Audobon Park, Inc.
322 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
York
Monaghan Township
Yellow Breeches Creek/ 7E Y

 Northcentral Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 208 West Third Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
NPDES No.
(Type)
Facility Name &
Address
County &
Municipality
Stream Name
(Watershed No.)
EPA Waived
Y/N?
PA0022187
(Sewage)
Beavertown Municipal Authority
419 Old Orchard Drive
Beavertown, PA 17813
Snyder County
Beavertown Borough
Luphers Run
(6-A)
Y
PA0038865
(Sewage)
Zerbe Township
Wastewater Treatment Plant
800 Mahanoy Street
Trevorton, PA 17881
Northumberland County
Zerbe Township
Zerbe Run
(6-B)
N

 Northwest Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481
NPDES No.
(Type)
Facility Name &
Address
County &
Municipality
Stream Name
(Watershed#)
EPA Waived
Y/N?
PA0102547
(Sewage)
Oak Springs MHP
Old US Route 19
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Butler County
Cranberry Township
Unnamed Tributary To the Brush Creek
(20-C)
Y
PA0210102
(Sewage)
Brett C. Gassner SRSTP
300 Gilkey Road
West Middlesex, PA 16159
Mercer County
Shenango Township
Unnamed Tributary to the Shenango River
(20-A)
Y
PA0102822
(Sewage)
Rolling Valley Estates
369 Eagle Mill Road
Butler, PA 16001
Butler County
Connoquenessing Township
Unnamed Tributary to the Little Connoquenessing Creek
(20-C)
Y

II. Applications for New or Expanded Facility Permits, Renewal of Major Permits and EPA Non-Waived Permit Applications

Southeast Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401. Telephone 484-250-5970

PA0058858, Sewage, SIC Code 4952, Upper Makefield Township, 1076 Eagle Road, Newtown, PA 18940. Facility Name: Reeve Tract WWTP. This existing facility is located in Upper Makefield Township, Bucks County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for a renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated Sewage.

 The receiving stream(s), Unnamed Tributary to Jericho Creek, is located in State Water Plan watershed 2-E and is classified for Warm Water Fishes and Migratory Fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.020225 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Minimum
Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Dissolved Oxygen XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX XXX
CBOD5 1.7 XXX XXX 10 XXX 20
CBOD5
 Influent Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids
 Influent Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids 1.7 XXX XXX 10 XXX 20
Total Dissolved Solids XXX XXX XXX 1,000 2,000 2,500
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml)
 May 1 - Sep 30 XXX XXX XXX 200
Geo Mean
XXX 1,000
 Oct 1 - Apr 30 XXX XXX XXX 200
Geo Mean
XXX 1,000
UV Intensity (mW/cm2) XXX XXX Report Min XXX XXX XXX
Total Nitrogen 1.7 XXX XXX 10.0 XXX 20.0
Ammonia-Nitrogen
 May 1 - Oct 31 0.3 XXX XXX 1.5 XXX 3.0
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 0.50 XXX XXX 3.0 XXX 6.0
Nitrite as N
 May 1 - Sep 30 XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phosphorus 0.2 XXX XXX 1.0 XXX 2.0

 In addition, the permit contains the following major special conditions:

 • Designation of Responsible Operator

 • Remedial Measures

 • No stormwater

 • Change of Ownership

 • UV Disinfection

 • Discharge to Special Protection Waters

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 484-250-5910.

 The EPA Waiver is in effect.

PA0026247 A-1, Sewage, SIC Code 4952, Hatfield Township Municipal Authority, 3200 Advance Lane, Colmar, PA 18915. Facility Name: Hatfield Township Municipal Authority. This existing facility is located in Hatfield Township, Montgomery County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for the amendment of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated sewage from Hatfield Township STP. The amendment includes: (1) rerate of the facility to an annual average design flow of 6.98 MGDs and a maximum monthly hydraulic design capacity of 10.68 MGDs, and (2) to incorporate site-specific copper criteria based on a streamlined WER study.

 The receiving stream(s), West Branch Neshaminy Creek, is located in State Water Plan watershed 2-F and is classified for Warm Water Fishes and Migratory Fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The nearest downstream public water supply intake for AQUA PA is located on Neshaminy Creek.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 6.98 MGDs.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Weekly
Average
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report
Daily Max
XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Dissolved Oxygen XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX XXX
CBOD5
 Raw Sewage Influent Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
 May 1 - Oct 31 536 804 XXX 9.1 14
Wkly Avg
18
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 1,073 1,609 XXX 18 27
Wkly Avg
36
BOD5
 Raw Sewage Influent Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids
 Raw Sewage Influent Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids 1,609 2,413 XXX 30 45
Wkly Avg
60
Total Dissolved Solids 58,213 XXX XXX 1,000 XXX 1,500
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml) XXX XXX XXX 200 
Geo Mean
XXX 1,000 (*)
UV Transmittance (%) XXX XXX Report XXX XXX XXX
Nitrate-Nitrite as N
 Jul 1 - Oct 31 483 XXX XXX 8.2 XXX 16.4
 Nov 1 - Jun 30 Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Nitrogen Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Ammonia-Nitrogen
 May 1 - Oct 31 107 XXX XXX 1.8 XXX 3.6
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 322 XXX XXX 5.5 XXX 11.0
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phosphorus
 Apr 1 - Oct 31 43 XXX XXX 0.74 XXX 1.48
 Nov 1 - Mar 31 58 XXX XXX 1.0 XXX 2.0
Total Aluminum XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Copper Report Report
Daily Max
XXX Report Report XXX
Dissolved Iron XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Iron XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Sulfate XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Chloride XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Bromide XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Hardness, Total (as CaCO3) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Chronic Toxicity—
 Ceriodaphnia Survival
 (TUc)
XXX XXX XXX XXX 1.1 XXX
 Ceriodaphnia Reproduction
 (TUc)
XXX XXX XXX XXX 1.1 XXX
 Pimephales Survival (TUc) XXX XXX XXX XXX 1.1 XXX
 Pimephales Growth (TUc) XXX XXX XXX XXX 1.1 XXX

 Note: (*) See Part C Permit Requirement for instructions regarding October thru April reporting of maximum fecal coliform values

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 002, 003, and 004 are based on a storm event.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Annual
Average
Instant.
Maximum
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
CBOD5 XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Chemical Oxygen Demand XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Oil and Grease XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phosphorus XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Dissolved Iron XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX

 In addition, the permit contains the following major special conditions:

 • No Stormwater in Sewers

 • Obtain Necessary Property Rights

 • Proper Sludge Disposal

 • Chlorine Minimization

 • Small Stream Discharge

 • Notification of Responsible Owner

 • Fecal Coliform Reporting

 • POTW Pretreatment Program Implementation

 • Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET)

 • Requirements Applicable to Stormwater Outfalls

 • Site-Specific Copper Criteria

 The copper limits contained in this permit are based on site-specific copper criteria recommended in a Determination of Copper Water Effect Ratio (WER) for West Branch Neshaminy Creek and Hatfield Township Municipal Authority (HTMA) (Tetra Tech, Inc., October 14, 2013). Effluent and stream samples were obtained in August and September, 2013, under low flow conditions in the receiving water. Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) testing was conducted on these samples following EPA's streamlined procedure for evaluating the WER for copper. The study results yielded WERs of 6.2 (dissolved copper) and 6.0 (total recoverable copper). Applying the total recoverable WER, the site-specific water quality criteria for copper are 132.0 ul/l (acute) and 84.3 ug/l (chronic).

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 484-250-5910.

 The EPA Waiver is not in effect.

PA0031097, Sewage, SIC Code 7991, Radley Run Sewer Association, Inc. 1100 Country Club Road, West Chester, PA 19382. Facility Name: Radley Run Country Club STP. This existing facility is located in Birmingham Township, Chester County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for a renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated Sewage.

 The receiving stream(s), Radley Run, is located in State Water Plan watershed 3-H and is classified for Warm Water Fishes and Migratory Fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.017 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Minimum
Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Dissolved Oxygen XXX XXX 5.0 XXX XXX XXX
Total Residual Chlorine XXX XXX XXX 0.5 XXX 1.2
CBOD5 3.5 XXX XXX 25 XXX 50
BOD5
 (Influent) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids 4.3 XXX XXX 30 XXX 60
Total Suspended Solids
 (Influent) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Fecal Coliform (No./100 ml) XXX XXX XXX 200 XXX XXX
Total Nitrogen 7.0 XXX XXX 50 XXX 100
Ammonia-Nitrogen 1.4 XXX XXX 10 XXX 20
Total Phosphorus
 Apr 1 - Oct 31 0.21 XXX XXX 1.5 XXX 3.0
 Nov 1 - Mar 31 0.28 XXX XXX 2.0 XXX 4.0

 In addition, the permit contains the following major special conditions:

 Proposed Part C Conditions:

 I. Other Conditions

 A. No Stormwater to Sewer

 B. Necessary Property Rights

 C. Proper Sludge Disposal

 D. Abandon STP when Public Sewer Become Available

 E. Chlorine Minimization

 F. Notification of Designation of Responsible Operator

 G. Remedial Measures if Public Nuisance

 H. Twice per Month Sampling

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 484-250-5910.

 The EPA Waiver is not in effect.


 Southcentral Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Phone: 717-705-4707.

PA0081647, Sewage, SIC Code 4952, White Run Regional Municipal Authority, 2001 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325-7015. Facility Name: White Run STP. This existing facility is located in Mount Joy Township, Adams County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for a renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated Sewage.

 The receiving stream(s), White Run, is located in State Water Plan watershed 13-D and is classified for Warm Water Fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.330 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Weekly
Average
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Dissolved Oxygen XXX XXX 5.0 XXX XXX XXX
CBOD5 68 110
Wkly Avg
XXX 25 40 50
BOD5
 Raw Sewage Influent Report Report XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids 82 123
Wkly Avg
XXX 30 45 60
Total Suspended Solids
 Raw Sewage Influent Report Report XXX Report XXX XXX
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml)
 May 1 - Sep 30 XXX XXX XXX 200  
Geo Mean
XXX 1,000
 Oct 1 - Apr 30 XXX XXX XXX 2,000   
Geo Mean
XXX 10,000
UV Intensity (mW/cm2) XXX XXX Report Report XXX XXX
Ammonia-Nitrogen
 May 1 - Oct 31 6.9 XXX XXX 2.5 XXX 5.0
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 20 XXX XXX 7.5 XXX 15
Total Phosphorus 5.5 XXX XXX 2.0 XXX 4.0

 The proposed monitoring requirements and, where appropriate, effluent limits for implementation of the Chesapeake Bay Tributary Strategy are as follows for Outfall 001.

Mass (lbs) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Monthly Annual Minimum Monthly
Average
Maximum
Ammonia—N Report Report XXX Report XXX
Kjeldahl—N Report XXX XXX Report XXX
Nitrate-Nitrite as N Report XXX XXX Report XXX
Total Nitrogen Report Report XXX Report XXX
Total Phosphorus Report Report XXX Report XXX

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 717-705-4732.

 The EPA Waiver is in effect.

Application No. PA0246441, Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO), Deer Stone Ag (Willow Brook Farm CAFO), 10049 Ferguson Valley Road, Lewistown, PA 17044-8601.

 Deer Stone Ag., Inc. has submitted an application for an Individual NPDES permit for an existing CAFO known as Willow Brook Farm CAFO, located in Granville Township, Mifflin County.

 The CAFO is situated near Unnamed Tributary to Strodes Run in Watershed 12-A, which is classified for High Quality Waters—Cold Water Fishes, and High Quality Waters—Cold Water Fishes. The CAFO is designed to maintain an animal population of approximately 720.52 animal equivalent units (AEUs) consisting of 1,200 Gestating Sows, 200 Lactating Sows, 4,000 Nursery pigs, 10 Boars, 12 Cow/Calf pairs, and 3 Finishing Steers. Swine manure is collected in underbarn a shallow pull plug pit that is then transferred to a two stage lagoon. Cattle manure is handled as solid penpack. A release or discharge to waters of the Commonwealth under normal operating conditions is not expected. Normal operating conditions are defined as conditions below a 25-year, 24-hour storm event.

 The Department has conducted administrative and technical reviews of the application. Based on the preliminary review and application of lawful standards and regulations, the Department has made a tentative determination to issue an NPDES permit for the operation subject to the terms and conditions and monitoring and reporting requirements specified in the permit.

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 717-705-4732.

 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) permit waiver provision under 40 CFR 123.24(e) does not apply to this NPDES permit.

Application No. PA0246808, Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO), Hurst Clair (Hurst Farm CAFO), 788 Kingpen Road, Kirkwood, PA 17536.

 Hurst Clair has submitted an application for an Individual NPDES permit for an existing CAFO known as Hurst Farm CAFO, located in Little Britain Township, Lancaster County.

 The CAFO is situated near Unnamed Tributary to West Branch Octoraro Creek in Watershed 7-K, which is classified for High Quality Waters—Cold Water Fishes and. The CAFO is designed to maintain an animal population of approximately 504.22 animal equivalent units (AEUs) consisting of 3,600 Finishing Swine, 50 milking cows, 5 dry cows and 16 heifers. Manure is stored in an underbarn, deep pit, concrete storage, or a concrete bottom manure storage lagoon. A release or discharge to waters of the Commonwealth under normal operating conditions is not expected. Normal operating conditions are defined as conditions below a 25-year, 24-hour storm event.

 The Department has conducted administrative and technical reviews of the application. Based on the preliminary review and application of lawful standards and regulations, the Department has made a tentative determination to issue an NPDES permit for the operation subject to the terms and conditions and monitoring and reporting requirements specified in the permit.

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 717-705-4732.

 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) permit waiver provision under 40 CFR 123.24(e) does not apply to this NPDES permit.

PA0083551, Sewage, SIC Code 6515, Tyrone Township, 5280 Old Harrisburg Road, York Springs, PA 17372. Facility Name: Walnut Grove Mobile Home Park. This existing facility is located in Tyrone Township, Adams County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for a renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated Sewage.

 The receiving stream(s), Unnamed Tributary of Conewago Creek, is located in State Water Plan watershed 7-F and is classified for Warm Water Fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.064 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Weekly
Average
Minimum Average
Monthly
Weekly
Average
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report
Daily Max
XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Dissolved Oxygen XXX XXX 5.0 XXX XXX XXX
Total Residual Chlorine XXX XXX XXX 0.19 XXX 0.61
CBOD5
 May 1 - Oct 31 10.7 16.0 XXX 20 30 40
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 13.3 21.4 XXX 25 40 50
BOD5
 Raw Sewage Influent Report Report
Daily Max
XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids
 Raw Sewage Influent Report Report
Daily Max
XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids 16.0 24.0 XXX 30 45 60
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml)
 May 1 - Sep 30 XXX XXX XXX 200  
Geo Mean
XXX 1,000
 Oct 1 - Apr 30 XXX XXX XXX 2,000   
Geo Mean
XXX 10,000
Nitrate-Nitrite as N Report
Total Mo
XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Nitrogen Report
Total Mo
XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Nitrogen XXX Report
Total Annual
XXX XXX XXX XXX
Ammonia-Nitrogen
 May 1 - Oct 31 1.3 XXX XXX 2.5 XXX 5.0
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 4.0 XXX XXX 7.5 XXX 15
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Report
Total Mo
XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phosphorus Report
Total Mo
XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phosphorus XXX Report
Total Annual
XXX XXX XXX XXX

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 717-705-4732.

 The EPA Waiver is in effect.


 Northwest Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481

PA0272957, Sewage, SIC Code 8800, Darlene T. Kimmel, 8638 North Frederick Pike, Cross Junction, VA 22625. Facility Name: Darlene T. Kimmel SRSTP. This proposed facility is located in Lackawannock Township, Mercer County.

 Description of Proposed Activity: The application is for a new NPDES permit for a new discharge of treated sewage.

 The receiving stream, an Unnamed Tributary to the Little Neshannock Creek, is located in State Water Plan watershed 20-A and is classified for Trout Stocking, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.0004 MGD.

Mass (lbs/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
Total Residual Chlorine XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
BOD5 XXX XXX XXX 10 XXX 20
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX 10 XXX 20
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml) XXX XXX XXX 200 
Geo Mean
XXX XXX

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 814-332-6340.

 The EPA Waiver is in effect.

PA0273031, Sewage, SIC Code 8800, Denise L. & Michael R. Fraser, 25401 State Street, Saegertown, PA 16433. Facility Name: Denise L. & Michael R. Fraser SRSTP. This proposed facility is located in Blooming Valley Borough, Crawford County.

 Description of Proposed Activity: The application is for a new NPDES permit for a new discharge of treated sewage.

 The receiving stream, an Unnamed Tributary to the Woodcock Creek, is located in State Water Plan watershed 16-A and is classified for High Quality Waters—Cold Water Fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.0004 MGD.

Mass (lbs/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
BOD5 XXX XXX XXX 10 XXX 20
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX 10 XXX 20
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml) XXX XXX XXX 200 
Geo Mean
XXX XXX

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 814-332-6340.

 The EPA Waiver is in effect.

PA0001988, Industrial Waste, SIC Code 2865, INDSPEC Chemicals Corporation, 133 Main Street, Petrolia, PA 16050-0307. Facility Name: INDSPEC Chemicals Petrolia Plant. This existing facility is located in Petrolia Borough, Butler County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for a renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated industrial waste water, steam condensate, groundwater and stormwater.

 The receiving stream(s), South Branch Bear Creek and an unnamed tributary to South Branch Bear Creek (026), is located in State Water Plan watershed 17-C and is classified for Cold Water Fishes and Warm Water Fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001, 002, 004, 008, 013, 015, 017, 021, 022, 027, and 029 are based on a design flow of 0.000000 MGD and 0.213 (Outfall 017).

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Annual
Average
Minimum Annual
Average
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Chemical Oxygen Demand XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Aluminum XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Manganese XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Iron XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Sulfate XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total BTEX XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phenolics XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 010 are based on a design flow of 0.000000 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Chemical Oxygen Demand XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Aluminum XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Manganese XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Iron XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Sulfate XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total BTEX XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phenolics XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Resorcinol XXX XXX XXX Report
Annl Avg
XXX Report

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 011, 012, 016, and 020 are based on a design flow of 0.000000 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Annual
Average
Minimum Annual
Average
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Chemical Oxygen Demand XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Sulfate XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total BTEX XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phenolics XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Aluminum XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Manganese XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Iron XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 014, 018, and 019 are based on a design flow of 0.000000 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Quarterly
Minimum Average
Quarterly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Chemical Oxygen Demand XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Oil and Grease XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Sulfate XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total BTEX XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Phenolics XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 026 are based on a design flow of 0.098 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids 24.5 49 XXX 30 60 60
Total Aluminum 0.65 XXX XXX 0.8 XXX 2.0
Total Iron 1.63 3.26 XXX 2.0 4.0 4.0

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 117 are based on a design flow of 0.024 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids 6 12 XXX 30 60 60
Total Aluminum 0.16 XXX XXX 0.8 XXX 2.0
Total Iron 0.4 0.8 XXX 2.0 4.0 4.0
Total Manganese 0.2 0.4 XXX 1.0 2.0 2.0

 In addition, the permit contains the following major special conditions:

 • Other Requirements

 • Chemical Additives

 • Requirements Applicable to Stormwater Outfalls

 • Operation of the First Flush Collection System

 • Hydrostatic Testing Requirements

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 814-332-6340.

 The EPA Waiver is not in effect.


III. WQM Industrial Waste and Sewerage Applications under The Clean Streams Law

Southcentral Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Phone: 717-705-4707.

WQM Permit No. 0515201, CAFO, Zachary Akers, Zack Acres Farm, 1218 Cherry Lane, Clearville, PA 15535.

 This proposed facility is located in Monroe Township, Bedford County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Seeking permit approval for the construction/operation of a 644` x 63` duck barn housing 38,000 ducks. Manure from the duck barn will be stored in a 205` x 145` x 12` deep HDPE-lined manure storage pond.

Southwest Regional Office: Regional Manager, Water Management, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745; 412-442-4000

WQM Permit No. 3014200, Holbrook Compressor Station, Industrial Waste, Texas Eastern Trans LP, 5400 Westheimer Ct, Houston, TX 77056-5310.

 This proposed facility is located in Richhill Township, Greene County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Groundwater remediation.

WQM Permit No. 6599201 A-1, Industrial Waste, Keyrock Energy LLC, 106 Ferrell Ave, Ste 5, Kingsport, TN 37663-4214.

 This existing facility is located in East Huntingdon Township, Westmoreland County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Amendment to add a pH adjustment pump to the effluent pipe of facility to comply with pH effluent limitations.

WQM Permit No. 6572410-A4, Sewage, Western Westmoreland Municipal Authority, 12441 Route 993, N Huntingdon, PA 15642-0366.

 This proposed facility is located in North Huntingdon Township, Westmoreland County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Construction of New Treatment Plant Pump Station, Wet Weather Storage Tank, and Sewer Interceptor Capacity Upgrades.

Northwest Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481

WQM Permit No. WQG02611501, Sewage, Oil Creek Township, 16835 Shreve Run Road, Pleasantville, PA 16341.

 This proposed facility is located in Oil Creek Township, Venango County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Oil Creek Waste Water Collection and Conveyance Project.

WQM Permit No. 4315403, Sewage, George F. Reeher, 4370 US Highway 322, Jamestown, PA 16134.

 This proposed facility is located in West Salem Township, Venango County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Single Residence Sewage Treatment Plant.

WQM Permit No. WQG01251504, Sewage, David W. & Pamela M. McIntire, 10016 Eureka Road, Edinboro, PA 16412.

 This proposed facility is located in Franklin Township, Erie County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Single Residence Sewage Treatment Plant.


VI. NPDES Individual Permit Applications for Discharges of Stormwater Associated with Construction Activities

Southeast Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program Manager, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401. Telephone 484-250-5160.

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI010914009 Waste Gas Fabricating
450 Newbold Road
Fairless Hills, PA 19030
Bucks Falls Township Delaware River
WWF-MF
PAI014614007 The Cutler Group, Inc.
5 Apollo Road, Suite 1
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Montgomery Upper Dublin Township Unnamed Tributary to Wissahickon Creek
TSF

Northeast Region: Waterways and Wetlands Program Manager, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915.

Northampton County Conservation District, 14 Gracedale Avenue Greystone Bldg., Nazareth PA 18064-9211

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI024815003 Frank Copabianco
Kimberly Copabianco
3562 Sutton Place
Bethlehem, PA 18020
Northampton Lower Saucon Township Saucon Creek
(CWF, MF)

Southcentral Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program, 909 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17110-8200, Nathan Crawford, Section Chief, 717.705.4802.

Permit # Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI000110001(2) GFTB Partners, LP
6375 Chambersburg Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222-8303
Adams Franklin Township Clear Run/HQ-CWF
PAI032103001R Donald E. and Randy L. Diehl
4 East High Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Cumberland South Middleton Yellow Breeches Creek
(HQ-CWF)
PAI033614009(1) Old Dominion Electric Cooperative
4201 Dominion Boulevard
Glen Allen VA 23060-6169
Lancaster Fulton Township UNT Conowingo Creek
(HQ-CWF, MF)
PAI033614009 Old Dominion Electric Cooperative
4201 Old Dominion Boulevard
Glenn Allen, VA 23060-6169
Lancaster Fulton Township UNT Conowingo Creek
(HQ-CWF, MF)
UNT Conowingo Creek
(HQ-CWF, MF)
UNT Conowingo Creek
(HQ-CWF, MF)
Conowingo Creek
(CWF, MF)
UNT Susquehanna River
(HQ-CWF, MF)
Susquehanna River
(Conowingo Reservoir)
(WWF, MF)

Southwest Region: Waterways & Wetlands Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745. (412) 442.4315

Permit No. Applicant & Address County Municipality Stream Name
PAI056315001 Scott Forse
180 Johnstown Rd
McMurray, PA 15317
Washington Peters Township UNT of Little Chartiers Creek (HQ-WWF)

Cambria District: Environmental Program Manager, 286 Industrial Park Road, Ebensburg, PA 15931-4119.

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI091815001 Attention: Patrick M. Webb
Bureau of Abandoned
Mine Reclamation
Cambria Office
286 Industrial Park Road
Ebensburg, PA 15931-4119
814-472-1800
Clinton County Leidy Township Sandy Run, HQ-CWF,
Unnamed Tributary to Drury Run, CWF,
Stony Run, CWF,
Unnamed Tributary to Stony Run, CWF

STATE CONSERVATION COMMISSION

PROPOSED NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLANS RELATED TO APPLICATIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS FOR CAFOs

 This notice provides information about agricultural operations that have submitted nutrient management plans (NMPs) for approval under 3 Pa.C.S. Chapter 5 and that have or anticipate submitting applications for new, amended or renewed NPDES permits, or Notices of Intent (NOIs) for coverage under a general permit, for CAFOs, under 25 Pa. Code Chapter 92a. This notice is provided in accordance with 25 Pa. Code Chapter 92a and 40 CFR Part 122, implementing The Clean Streams Law and the Federal Clean Water Act.

 Based upon preliminary reviews, the State Conservation Commission (SCC) or County Conservation Districts (CCD) working under a delegation agreement with the SCC have completed an administrative review of NMPs described. These NMPs are published as proposed plans for comment prior to taking final actions. The NMPs are available for review at the CCD office for the county where the agricultural operation is located. A list of CCD office locations is available at http://www.nacdnet.org/about/districts/directory/pa.phtml or can be obtained from the SCC at the office address listed or by calling (717) 787-8821.

 Persons wishing to comment on an NMP are invited to submit a statement outlining their comments on the plan to the CCD, with a copy to the SCC for each NMP, within 30 days from the date of this public notice. Comments received within the respective comment periods will be considered in the final determinations regarding the NMPs. Comments should include the name, address and telephone number of the writer and a concise statement to inform the SCC of the exact basis of the comments and the relevant facts upon which they are based. Comments should be sent to the SCC, Agriculture Building, Room 310, 2301 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110.

 Persons with a disability who require an auxiliary aid, service, including TDD users or other accommodations to seek additional information should contact the SCC through the Pennsylvania AT&T Relay Service at (800) 654-5984.

APPLICATIONS

NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLAN—PUBLIC NOTICE SPREADSHEET

Agricultural Operation
Name and Address
County Total
Acres
Animal
Equivalent
Units
(AEUs)
Animal
Type
Special Protection
Waters (HQ or
EV or NA)
Renewal/
New
Dennis Mattern
197 Mattern Hill Road
Dornsife, PA 17823
Schuylkill/
Northumberland
275.3 351.91 Poultry Layers & Beef NA New
Witmer Farms
261 State Route 235
Liverpool, PA 17045
Perry 482.6 321.99 Poultry/ Beef NA New
Dan Sensenig
65 Halteman Lane
Lebanon PA 17046
Lebanon 24 256.83 Swine NA Cancel
James Stahl
4089 Produce Road
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
Snyder 702.4 1,314.66 Swine Dairy N/A Application

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