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{{#Wiki_filter:EnclosureNOC-AE-1 1002720Page 1 of 3List of transmitted documents including copy of each documentTerrestrial EcologyTER-1 Department of Army letter with enclosed map of wetland delineation [STPLR-422]TER-2 STPNOC Site Environmental Compliance, Rev.13, OPGP03-ZO-0025, April 2011[STPLR-26]TER-3 Austin Energy T-Line ROW Management Summary, January 1, 2010 [STPLR-446]TER-4 Austin Energy Tree Pruning and T-line Clearance Specs, November 7, 2005,[STPLR-448]TER-5 Pesticides and herbicides associated with operational maintenance of thetransmission lines [STPLR-410]Aquatic EcologyAQ-1 McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1984. Colorado River Entrainment andImpingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July 1983-June 1984 (Report# 1). Prepared for South Texas Project by Ecology Division, Environmental ProtectionDepartment, Houston Lighting & Power Company. October.AQ-2 McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1985. Colorado River Entrainmentand Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July -December 1984(Report # 2). Prepared for South Texas Project by Ecology Division. EnvironmentalProtection Department. Houston lighting & Power Company. April.AQ-3 Citation and documentation is needed for the following sentence that was included inthe ER, Section 5.2: Based upon best professional judgment (BPJ) the TCEQ WaterQuality Division has determined that the CWIS reflects BTA for AEI through use of aclosed-cycle recirculating system.AQ-4 "Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study." Prepared for STP Nuclear OperatingCompany by ENSR International, Houston, Texas, May 2002.AQ-5 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). 2007. Letter from Mr. KellyHolligan, TCEQ, to Mr. R. A. Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June 27,2007, "CoolingWater Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric GeneratingStation; TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000." This letter (or other documentation)should state that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) is not waters of the State.AQ-6 "South Texas Project, Units 1 and 2, Environmental Report," Docket Nos. 50-498 and50-499, July 1, 1974, and Subsequent Amendments. (Transmittal of this report isplanned for submittal within 30 days of this letter) | {{#Wiki_filter:EnclosureNOC-AE-1 1002720Page 1 of 3List of transmitted documents including copy of each documentTerrestrial EcologyTER-1 Department of Army letter with enclosed map of wetland delineation [STPLR-422]TER-2 STPNOC Site Environmental Compliance, Rev.13, OPGP03-ZO-0025, April 2011[STPLR-26]TER-3 Austin Energy T-Line ROW Management Summary, January 1, 2010 [STPLR-446]TER-4 Austin Energy Tree Pruning and T-line Clearance Specs, November 7, 2005,[STPLR-448]TER-5 Pesticides and herbicides associated with operational maintenance of thetransmission lines [STPLR-410]Aquatic EcologyAQ-1 McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1984. Colorado River Entrainment andImpingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July 1983-June 1984 (Report# 1). Prepared for South Texas Project by Ecology Division, Environmental ProtectionDepartment, Houston Lighting & Power Company. October.AQ-2 McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1985. Colorado River Entrainmentand Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July -December 1984(Report # 2). Prepared for South Texas Project by Ecology Division. EnvironmentalProtection Department. Houston lighting & Power Company. April.AQ-3 Citation and documentation is needed for the following sentence that was included inthe ER, Section 5.2: Based upon best professional judgment (BPJ) the TCEQ WaterQuality Division has determined that the CWIS reflects BTA for AEI through use of aclosed-cycle recirculating system.AQ-4 "Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study." Prepared for STP Nuclear OperatingCompany by ENSR International, Houston, Texas, May 2002.AQ-5 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). 2007. Letter from Mr. KellyHolligan, TCEQ, to Mr. R. A. Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June 27,2007, "CoolingWater Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric GeneratingStation; TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000." This letter (or other documentation)should state that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) is not waters of the State.AQ-6 "South Texas Project, Units 1 and 2, Environmental Report," Docket Nos. 50-498 and50-499, July 1, 1974, and Subsequent Amendments. (Transmittal of this report isplanned for submittal within 30 days of this letter) | ||
EnclosureNOC-AE-1 1002720Page 2 of 3AQ-7 Baker W. B., Green G. N. 1989, 1987-1988 Special Ecological Studies for the SouthTexas Project, Matagorda County, Texas. Final report March 1989. Houston, TX:Houston Lighting & Power Company. 34 p. [in Terrestrial Ecology section of STPNRC Environmental Audit Binder]AQ-8 Ducks Unlimited and HPLC. 1996. Wetland Development Agreement for the TexasPrairie Wetland Project, Gulf Coast Joint Venture, between Ducks Unlimited, Inc.,and Houston Lighting & Power Co. October 23, 1996. 12 p. [in Terrestrial Ecologysection of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder]AQ-9 ENSR Corporation. 2008. Ecological Survey Report-Habitat Assessment, Units 3 and4 Licensing Project. Prepared for STP Nuclear Operating Company. Wadsworth, TX:ENSR. 34 p. [In Aquatic Ecology section of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder]Water ResourceWR-1 US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Permit No.10570 (Maintenance dredging ofbarge slip) (dated November 4, 2005).WR-2 USACE Permit No. SWG-1992-02707 (Maintenance dredging of intake) (dated July21, 2009). [STPLR-472]WR-3 Current TCEQ-issued TPDES permit (TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000 issuedJuly 21, 2005). [STPLR-05]WR-4 TPDES permit renewal application (June 2009 and May 24,2007, letters)WR-5 TCEQ ID No. 1610103/1610051 (Operation of public potable water system(s))WR-6 TCEQ Amendment to Certificate of Adjudication 14-5437A (Water rights for diversionand impoundment of Colorado River water). [STPLR-471]WR-7. Water Conservation Plan, STP Nuclear Operating Company, South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station, Certificate of Adjudication 14-5437A, May 1, 2009,Revision 2WR-8 OPOP02-LM-0001. Rev. 41 dated 2/1/2011. Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility.WR-9 Current groundwater operating permit issued by the Coastal Plains GroundwaterConservation District. [STPLR-468]WR-10 Conceptual Site Model for Units 1 and 2, Groundwater Protection Initiative, SouthTexas Project, Electric Generating Station, Wadsworth, Texas, Prepared byMACTEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc., Prepared for STP Nuclear OperatingCompany, Revision 1, May 20, 2009. [STPLR-375] 11 This report contains pages marked "NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE." Since the issuance ofthe report, it is no longer necessary to withhold these pages from public disclosure. Appendix Eonly includes condition report documentation for Condition Report 06-1056. | |||
EnclosureNOC-AE-1 1002720Page 3 of 3WR-1 1 A summary of historic and current (past 5 years) total dissolved solids (TDS) data forgroundwater produced by STP production wells from the Deep Chicot Aquifer.WR-12 TPDES Discharge Monitoring Reports (covering past 3 years).WR-13 Annual groundwater use reports (covering past 5 years). [In Surface andGroundwater Tab of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder; e.g., STPLR-13 (2006),etc.]WR-14 Annual surface water withdrawal reports for the Colorado River (covering past 5years). [In Surface and Groundwater Tab of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder;e.g., STPLR-14 (2006), STPLR-39 (2007), etc.]WR-15 Data on tritium concentrations in groundwater and surface water observed since theMACTEC report (i.e., materials provided following the protected area tour) as follows:i. Spreadsheet of groundwater monitoring results (no title) for well #s 807-837;dates 2/15/2005-11/9/2010, 3 pages.ii. "Tritium Results in PA Piezometer and New Monitoring Wells" (2005-2011),graphiii. "Historical Comparison of Tritium Activity in Surface and Relief Well Water1988-2011." Graph with attached spreadsheet, "Tritium in Owner-ControlledGroundwater.xls" (2005-2011), 2 pages.iv. "Historical Comparison of Tritium Activity in Ground Water 1988-2011," 1 pagecovering wells 255-271.v. "Historical Comparison of Tritium Activity in Ground Water 1988-2010," includes2011 data covering well #s 258, 270, 259, 235, 251.vi. "Tritium Activity in Shallow Ground Water West of the Main Cooling Reservoir2006-2011," 1 page covering well #s 271, 270, 258, 259.vii. Spreadsheet with no title of annual frequency of piezometer well and windmillsdata, covering well #s 206-269, dates 2008-2011, 1 page.viii. Spreadsheet with no title including "quarterly frequency," "old monitoring testwells," "piezometer wells," and "new monitoring wells," covering well #s 235,251, 205, 258, 259, 266,270, and 271; dates 2005-2011WR-16 STP Well Location Map (contained in the Field Log Book) | |||
TER-1. Department of Army letter with enclosed map of wetland delineation[STPLR-422] | |||
STI 32475214U7-C-ACE-STP-090002DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYGALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSP. O. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229May 14, 2009Compliance Section | |||
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SWG-2007-786; South Texas Project Nuclear Operating Company, Units 3 & 4,Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination, Wadsworth, Montgomery County, TexasMr. Russell KieslingSouth Texas Project Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483 | |||
== | ==Dear Mr. Kiesling:== | ||
This letter is in response to your April 11, 2008 request for a jurisdictional determination onthe proposed project site for the construction of Units 3 & 4. The 1406.5-acre project site islocated on Farm-to-Market 521, approximately 8 miles west of Wadsworth, Matagorda County,Texas.Based on the review of the information associated with this request, we determined that therevised delineation map dated May 13, 2009 (enclosed) is a reasonable depiction of theapproximate locations of the aquatic resources with the tract. Computation ofjurisdiction madeon the basis of this preliminary jurisdictional determination will treat all waters, includingwetlands, on the 1406.5-acre tract as jurisdictional water of the United States. As such allaquatic resources, including 17.6 acres of wetlands and 24,639 linear feet of non-wetland watersare subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and will require a Department of the Armypermit prior to the discharge of any dredged and/or fill material into these aquatic resources.Wetlands were identified on the tract using the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetland DelineationManual which requires that under normal conditions wetlands exhibit wetland hydrology, hydricsoils, and hydrophytic vegetation.This determination has been conducted to identify the limits of the Corps' Clean Water Actjurisdiction for the particular site identified in this request. This determination may not be validfor the wetland conservation provisions of the Food Security Act of 1985, as amended. If you oryour tenant are USDA program participants, or anticipate participation in USDA programs, youshould request a certified wetland determination from the local office of the Natural ResourcesConservation Service prior to starting work. | |||
This preliminary jurisdictional determination is valid for 5 years from the date of this letter,unless new information warrants a revision prior to the expiration date. An approvedjurisdictional determination can be requested at any time. If you have any questions concerningthis matter, please reference file number SWG-2007-786 and contact Mr. Nicholas Laskowski atthe letterhead address or by telephone at 409-766-6381.Sincerely,Ke yy JaynsýýChief, Compliance SectionEnclosuresCc:U.S. Regulatory Commissionc/o Jessie Muir M/S T6-D3211555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852 eV K~ca~ MII.gWd.-Waters (24,639.1 Linear Feet)EJ Wetlands (17.6 Acres)-]- Project Review Area (1406.5 Acres)=reliminary Jurisdictional DeterminationSouth Texas Project Units 3 & 4Matagorda County, TXW#1C fSWG-2007-786May 13, 20090 750 1,500 3.000P"4Cbo, NADI 193 SU"PUMJt.,. Cen". FIPS 4203 FW48anck'ou 3 Imagoy P-n. Vwo.1420 TER-2. STPNOC Site Environmental Compliance, Rev. 13, OPGP03-ZO-0025,April 2011 [STPLR- 26] | |||
S1 PLQ--c~SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATION D0527STI 32862984 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 1 of 50Site Environmental Compliance_Non-Quality Non Safety-Related Usage: Available Effective Date: 04/29/11T Simmons S. Dannhardt R. Hotstream ChemistryPREPARER TECHNICAL USER COGNIZANT DEPT.Table of Contents Pane1.0 Purpose and Scope .......................................................................................................................... 32 .0 D efi n ition s ....................................................................................................................................... 33 .0 R esp on sib ilities ............................................................................................................................... 64 .0 P rocedu re ............................................................... ....................................................................... 104.1 W ildlife Protection and Control ....................................................................................... 104.2 Plant Effluent Permit Requirements .................................................................................. 114.3 Plant Air Emissions Requirements ................................................................................... 124.4 Plant Solid W aste Requirements ....................................................................................... 154.5 Plant Drainage Requirements ........................................................................................... 174.6 Hazardous and Nonhazardous W aste Accumulation and Disposal .................................. 184.7 Oil/Chemical Product Storage ........................................................................................ 204.8 Spill Response, Cleanup, and Reporting ........................................................................... 214.9 Monitoring and Reporting Requirements ......................................................................... 224.10 Land Management .......................................................................................................... 234.11 Corrective Action M easures ............................................................................................ 244.12 Environmental Compliance Screening ........................................................................... 245 .0 R eferen ces ..................................................................................................................................... 2 56.0 Support Documents ....................................................................................................................... 27Form 1, Hazardous W aste Storage Area W eekly Inspection Checklist .................................. 28Form 2, Monthly Ground W ater Usage Report ......................................................................... 29Form 3, W astewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log ................................................ 30Form 4, Blast Grit Usage Tracking ........................................................................................... 31Form 5, Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking ................................................................. 32Form 6, Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking ........................................................................... 34Form 7, Storm W ater Sampling ................................................................................................ 35Form 8, Storm W ater Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist ..................................................... 36Form 9, Storm W ater Periodic Inspection Checklist ............................................................... 37 rl777777 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 2 of 50ISite Environmental CompliancelAddendum 1, Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials ..................................... 38Addendum 2, Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations .................................. 41Addendum 3, Auxiliary Boiler Emission Standards and Limitations ........................................ 44Addendum 4, Environmental Compliance Screening Questions ............................................... 45Addendum 5, Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources .............................................. 48 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 I Page 3 of 50Site Environmental Compliance1.0 Purpose and Scope1.1 This procedure provides guidelines necessary for site compliance with applicablenon-radiological environmental laws, regulations, procedures, and commitments at theSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STPEGS).1.2 This procedure defines those deviations, deficiencies, discrepancies, and items requiringremedial action for correction that constitute an environmental violation.1.3 This procedure describes the minimum actions which may be taken for notification orprevention of an environmental violation, or subsequent corrective actions if appropriate.1.4 Each section of this procedure may be performed independently.2.0 Definitions2.1 BYPASS: The intentional diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatmentfacility (e.g., overflows or discharging a system to other than its designated outfall).2.2 ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR: The individual(s) in theEnvironmental Division responsible for the environmental program at the STPEGS.2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA): The federal agency responsiblefor assuring the protection of the environment by abating and controlling pollution on asystematic basis.2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PLAN (NONRADIOLOGICAL) (EPP): Planestablished to provide for protection of nonradiological environmental values duringoperation of the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STPEGS). This plan isdescribed in Appendix B to the Unit 1 Operating License NPF-76 and Unit 2 OperatingLicense NPF-80, Environmental Protection Plan (Nonradiological).2.5 ENVIRONMENTAL VIOLATION: Any deviation, deficiency or discrepancy withestablished site environmental procedures OR any applicable federal, state, or local laws orregulations.2.6 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL: Any substance so designated by the EPA under 40CFR1 16pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act; also, any substance used as productdefined as hazardous by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, andLiability Act (CERCLA) OR, for the purposes of transportation, which contains anyconstituent or combination thereof as listed in 49CFR172. | S1 PLQ--c~SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATION D0527STI 32862984 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 1 of 50Site Environmental Compliance_Non-Quality Non Safety-Related Usage: Available Effective Date: 04/29/11T Simmons S. Dannhardt R. Hotstream ChemistryPREPARER TECHNICAL USER COGNIZANT DEPT.Table of Contents Pane1.0 Purpose and Scope .......................................................................................................................... 32 .0 D efi n ition s ....................................................................................................................................... 33 .0 R esp on sib ilities ............................................................................................................................... 64 .0 P rocedu re ............................................................... ....................................................................... 104.1 W ildlife Protection and Control ....................................................................................... 104.2 Plant Effluent Permit Requirements .................................................................................. 114.3 Plant Air Emissions Requirements ................................................................................... 124.4 Plant Solid W aste Requirements ....................................................................................... 154.5 Plant Drainage Requirements ........................................................................................... 174.6 Hazardous and Nonhazardous W aste Accumulation and Disposal .................................. 184.7 Oil/Chemical Product Storage ........................................................................................ 204.8 Spill Response, Cleanup, and Reporting ........................................................................... 214.9 Monitoring and Reporting Requirements ......................................................................... 224.10 Land Management .......................................................................................................... 234.11 Corrective Action M easures ............................................................................................ 244.12 Environmental Compliance Screening ........................................................................... 245 .0 R eferen ces ..................................................................................................................................... 2 56.0 Support Documents ....................................................................................................................... 27Form 1, Hazardous W aste Storage Area W eekly Inspection Checklist .................................. 28Form 2, Monthly Ground W ater Usage Report ......................................................................... 29Form 3, W astewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log ................................................ 30Form 4, Blast Grit Usage Tracking ........................................................................................... 31Form 5, Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking ................................................................. 32Form 6, Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking ........................................................................... 34Form 7, Storm W ater Sampling ................................................................................................ 35Form 8, Storm W ater Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist ..................................................... 36Form 9, Storm W ater Periodic Inspection Checklist ............................................................... 37 rl777777 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 2 of 50ISite Environmental CompliancelAddendum 1, Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials ..................................... 38Addendum 2, Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations .................................. 41Addendum 3, Auxiliary Boiler Emission Standards and Limitations ........................................ 44Addendum 4, Environmental Compliance Screening Questions ............................................... 45Addendum 5, Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources .............................................. 48 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 I Page 3 of 50Site Environmental Compliance1.0 Purpose and Scope1.1 This procedure provides guidelines necessary for site compliance with applicablenon-radiological environmental laws, regulations, procedures, and commitments at theSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STPEGS).1.2 This procedure defines those deviations, deficiencies, discrepancies, and items requiringremedial action for correction that constitute an environmental violation.1.3 This procedure describes the minimum actions which may be taken for notification orprevention of an environmental violation, or subsequent corrective actions if appropriate.1.4 Each section of this procedure may be performed independently.2.0 Definitions2.1 BYPASS: The intentional diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatmentfacility (e.g., overflows or discharging a system to other than its designated outfall).2.2 ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR: The individual(s) in theEnvironmental Division responsible for the environmental program at the STPEGS.2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA): The federal agency responsiblefor assuring the protection of the environment by abating and controlling pollution on asystematic basis.2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PLAN (NONRADIOLOGICAL) (EPP): Planestablished to provide for protection of nonradiological environmental values duringoperation of the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STPEGS). This plan isdescribed in Appendix B to the Unit 1 Operating License NPF-76 and Unit 2 OperatingLicense NPF-80, Environmental Protection Plan (Nonradiological).2.5 ENVIRONMENTAL VIOLATION: Any deviation, deficiency or discrepancy withestablished site environmental procedures OR any applicable federal, state, or local laws orregulations.2.6 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL: Any substance so designated by the EPA under 40CFR1 16pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act; also, any substance used as productdefined as hazardous by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, andLiability Act (CERCLA) OR, for the purposes of transportation, which contains anyconstituent or combination thereof as listed in 49CFR172. | ||
OPGP03-ZO-0025 j Rev. 13 Page4of 50Site Environmental Compliance2.7 HAZARDOUS WASTE: Any waste material defined as hazardous by the CERCLA ORwhich contains any constituent or combination thereof as listed in 49CFR172 with theexception of radioactive waste; ALSO, any waste material exhibiting any of thecharacteristics identified in Subpart C of 40CFR261, OR any waste material listed inSubpart D of 40CFR261, OR any waste material which is ignitable, corrosive, reactive, ortoxic to the extent that it may pose a threat to human health, safety, or the environment.2.8 MIXED WASTE: Waste that contains both hazardous waste, as defined in this procedure,and source, special nuclear, or byproduct material subject to the Atomic Energy Act of1954, as amended.2.9 NON-ENGINEERED BERM: A berm which is NOT part of the normal plant design.2.10 NONRADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR: The individual(s) inthe Environmental Division that is responsible for coordinating nonradioactive wastedisposal activities at the STPEGS.2.11 PRODUCT: New, unused material (excluding articles as defined in 29CFR1910.1200)which could, if released, adversely affect personnel, equipment, the public, and/or theenvironment.2.12 RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT OF 1976 (RCRA): The SolidWaste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, asamended which authorizes the EPA to regulate current and future waste management anddisposal practices.2.13 SITE: STPEGS as a whole.2.14 SOLID WASTE: Any discarded or waste material as defined in 30TAC335.1 and40CFR261.2.2.15 STORAGE: To place or leave in a location for longer than seventy-two (72) hours.2.16 TEXAS COMMISSION on ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (TCEQ): The state agencyresponsible for safeguarding the public and environment by setting and enforcingstandards and emission limits for the abatement and control of air pollution and theadministration of state water rights, water quality program including potable water,conduct of the state's coastal oil and hazardous spill prevention and control program,state programs involving underground water and water wells, and administration of thenational flood insurance program. The TCEQ also oversees all aspects of industrial andmunicipal hazardous waste, radioactive waste, nonhazardous industrial solid waste, andsewage sludge disposal activities in Texas. (In 1993, the Texas Air Control Boardmerged with the Texas Water Commission to form the Texas Natural ResourcesConservation Commission (TNRCC) which was renamed to the TCEQ in 2003.Portions of the Texas Department of Health (now known as the DSHS) were previouslyconsolidated with the Texas Water Commission in 1992.) | OPGP03-ZO-0025 j Rev. 13 Page4of 50Site Environmental Compliance2.7 HAZARDOUS WASTE: Any waste material defined as hazardous by the CERCLA ORwhich contains any constituent or combination thereof as listed in 49CFR172 with theexception of radioactive waste; ALSO, any waste material exhibiting any of thecharacteristics identified in Subpart C of 40CFR261, OR any waste material listed inSubpart D of 40CFR261, OR any waste material which is ignitable, corrosive, reactive, ortoxic to the extent that it may pose a threat to human health, safety, or the environment.2.8 MIXED WASTE: Waste that contains both hazardous waste, as defined in this procedure,and source, special nuclear, or byproduct material subject to the Atomic Energy Act of1954, as amended.2.9 NON-ENGINEERED BERM: A berm which is NOT part of the normal plant design.2.10 NONRADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR: The individual(s) inthe Environmental Division that is responsible for coordinating nonradioactive wastedisposal activities at the STPEGS.2.11 PRODUCT: New, unused material (excluding articles as defined in 29CFR1910.1200)which could, if released, adversely affect personnel, equipment, the public, and/or theenvironment.2.12 RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT OF 1976 (RCRA): The SolidWaste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, asamended which authorizes the EPA to regulate current and future waste management anddisposal practices.2.13 SITE: STPEGS as a whole.2.14 SOLID WASTE: Any discarded or waste material as defined in 30TAC335.1 and40CFR261.2.2.15 STORAGE: To place or leave in a location for longer than seventy-two (72) hours.2.16 TEXAS COMMISSION on ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (TCEQ): The state agencyresponsible for safeguarding the public and environment by setting and enforcingstandards and emission limits for the abatement and control of air pollution and theadministration of state water rights, water quality program including potable water,conduct of the state's coastal oil and hazardous spill prevention and control program,state programs involving underground water and water wells, and administration of thenational flood insurance program. The TCEQ also oversees all aspects of industrial andmunicipal hazardous waste, radioactive waste, nonhazardous industrial solid waste, andsewage sludge disposal activities in Texas. (In 1993, the Texas Air Control Boardmerged with the Texas Water Commission to form the Texas Natural ResourcesConservation Commission (TNRCC) which was renamed to the TCEQ in 2003.Portions of the Texas Department of Health (now known as the DSHS) were previouslyconsolidated with the Texas Water Commission in 1992.) | ||
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OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 24 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.11 Corrective Action Measures4.11.1 Deviations, deficiencies, discrepancies, items requiring remedial action, or otherenvironmental violations noted by the EPC or alternate SHALL be subject tocorrective measures in accordance with OPGP03-ZX-0002, Condition ReportingProcess, or other applicable documentation.4.12 Environmental Compliance Screening4.12.1 Changes to procedures, programs, or the facility which may affect compliancewith the Environmental Protection Program (EPP) or applicable operatingpermits SHALL be reviewed per OPGPO3-ZA-00 17, NonradiologicalEnvironmental Evaluations. Addendum 4, Environmental ComplianceScreening Questions, may be used to determine if a proposed change requires aNonradiological Environmental Evaluation. | OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 24 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.11 Corrective Action Measures4.11.1 Deviations, deficiencies, discrepancies, items requiring remedial action, or otherenvironmental violations noted by the EPC or alternate SHALL be subject tocorrective measures in accordance with OPGP03-ZX-0002, Condition ReportingProcess, or other applicable documentation.4.12 Environmental Compliance Screening4.12.1 Changes to procedures, programs, or the facility which may affect compliancewith the Environmental Protection Program (EPP) or applicable operatingpermits SHALL be reviewed per OPGPO3-ZA-00 17, NonradiologicalEnvironmental Evaluations. Addendum 4, Environmental ComplianceScreening Questions, may be used to determine if a proposed change requires aNonradiological Environmental Evaluation. | ||
OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 25 of 50Site Environmental Compliance5.0 References5.1 Appendix B, Environmental Protection Plan (Nonradiological) to Unit 1 Operating LicenseNPF-76 and Unit 2 Operating License NPF-805.2 OPCP1O-ZH-0002, Packaging and Shipment of Nonradioactive Waste Materials5.3 0PGP03-ZA-0017, Nonradiological Environmental Evaluations5.4 0PGP03-ZA-051 1, Refrigerant Management Program5.5 0PGP03-ZH-0003, Packaging of Nonradioactive Waste Materials for Disposal5.6 0PGP03-ZH-0006, Nonradioactive Spill Response, Cleanup, and Reporting5.7 0PGP03-ZI-0008, Control of Expendable Materials5.8 0PGP03-ZG-0001, Control of Materials and Products By User Groups5.9 0PGP03-ZX-0002, Condition Reporting Process5.10 OPGPO3-ZI-0015, Industrial Compressed Air and Gases5.11 OPGPO3-ZG-000 1, Control of Materials and Products by the User Group5.12 OPGP03-ZM-0004, Lubrication Program5.13 OPGP03-ZI-0012, Hazard Communication Program5.14 OPGPO3-ZF-0019, Control of Transient Fire Loads and Use of Combustible andFlammable Liquids and Gases5.15 29 CFR 1910.12005.16 40 CFR 116, 261, 262, 2685.17 49CFR 171,1725.18 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Permit No. 74105.19 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Permit No. 019085.20 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Registration No. 306515.21 Federal Operating Permit 08015.22 Facility Notice of Registration No. 306515.23 Integrated Spill Contingency Plan for STPEGS, October 20045.24 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan5.25 ST-YS-EY-6120, July 8, 19865.26 ST-HS-HS-5650, September 1, 19865.27 Administrative Policy No. STP-415 OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 26 of 50Site Environmental Compliance5.28 SPR-94-16775.29 Condition Report No. 97-82055.30 30TAC335.15.31 SARA Title III, Section 311 and 3125.32 1O CFR 505.33 30TACI115.34 30TAC1O6.4335.35 30TAC1O6.4545.36 TACB Permit Exemption NO. X-4014 OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 27 of 50Site Environmental Compliance6.0 Support Documents6.1 Form 1, Hazardous Waste Storage Area Weekly Inspection Checklist6.2 Form 2, Monthly Groundwater Usage Report6.3 Form 3, Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log6.4 Form 4, Blast Grit Usage Tracking6.5 Form 5, Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking6.6 Form 6, Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking6.7 Form 7, Storm Water Sampling6.8 Form 8, Storm Water Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist6.9 Form 9, Storm Water Periodic Inspection Checklist6.10 Addendum 1, Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials6.11 Addendum 2, Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations6.12 Addendum 3, Auxiliary Boiler Emission Standards and Limitations6.13 Addendum 4, Environmental Compliance Screening Questions6.14 Addendum 5, Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Z09190PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 28 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 1 Hazardous Waste Storage Area Weekly Inspection Page 1 of 1Checklist (Sample)Satisfactory Comments & CorrectiveActionsHousekeeping Yes/NoCondition of drums/containers (look for Yes/Nodeteriorated or leaking containers)Drums Properly Sealed Yes/NoDrums Properly Labeled Yes/NoAdequate Aisle Space Between Drums Yes/NoIncompatible Wastes Separated Yes/NoCondition of bulk waste containers (look for Yes/Nodeteriorated or leaking containers)Bulk Waste Containers Properly Labeled Yes/No"Authorized Personnel" Signs Posted Yes/NoSecurity Fence & Gate Secure Yes/NoSafety Equipment Available (Fire Yes/NoExtinguisher, Eye Wash Station, etc.)Berm Integrity and Condition Yes/NoAccumulation Date of the Oldest Hazardous Waste Container:Inspection Performed by:Date:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant Z0920OPGPO3-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 29 of 50 ZSite Environmental ComplianceForm 2 IMonthly Ground Water Usage Report (Sample) IPagelI ofl IMONTHLY REPORT FORMonth/Year:Ending BeginningWELL MonthlyNO. Date Time Meter Reading Date Time Meter Reading Usage (Gal) Remarks*Read Read (Gal) Read Read (Gal)5678NTF-FWTotal (Gal)_*Remarks should include the dates and meter readings associated with equipment (wells and meters) taken out of or returned to service.Prepared by:Date:Date:Reviewed by:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant. | OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 25 of 50Site Environmental Compliance5.0 References5.1 Appendix B, Environmental Protection Plan (Nonradiological) to Unit 1 Operating LicenseNPF-76 and Unit 2 Operating License NPF-805.2 OPCP1O-ZH-0002, Packaging and Shipment of Nonradioactive Waste Materials5.3 0PGP03-ZA-0017, Nonradiological Environmental Evaluations5.4 0PGP03-ZA-051 1, Refrigerant Management Program5.5 0PGP03-ZH-0003, Packaging of Nonradioactive Waste Materials for Disposal5.6 0PGP03-ZH-0006, Nonradioactive Spill Response, Cleanup, and Reporting5.7 0PGP03-ZI-0008, Control of Expendable Materials5.8 0PGP03-ZG-0001, Control of Materials and Products By User Groups5.9 0PGP03-ZX-0002, Condition Reporting Process5.10 OPGPO3-ZI-0015, Industrial Compressed Air and Gases5.11 OPGPO3-ZG-000 1, Control of Materials and Products by the User Group5.12 OPGP03-ZM-0004, Lubrication Program5.13 OPGP03-ZI-0012, Hazard Communication Program5.14 OPGPO3-ZF-0019, Control of Transient Fire Loads and Use of Combustible andFlammable Liquids and Gases5.15 29 CFR 1910.12005.16 40 CFR 116, 261, 262, 2685.17 49CFR 171,1725.18 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Permit No. 74105.19 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Permit No. 019085.20 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Registration No. 306515.21 Federal Operating Permit 08015.22 Facility Notice of Registration No. 306515.23 Integrated Spill Contingency Plan for STPEGS, October 20045.24 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan5.25 ST-YS-EY-6120, July 8, 19865.26 ST-HS-HS-5650, September 1, 19865.27 Administrative Policy No. STP-415 OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 26 of 50Site Environmental Compliance5.28 SPR-94-16775.29 Condition Report No. 97-82055.30 30TAC335.15.31 SARA Title III, Section 311 and 3125.32 1O CFR 505.33 30TACI115.34 30TAC1O6.4335.35 30TAC1O6.4545.36 TACB Permit Exemption NO. X-4014 OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 27 of 50Site Environmental Compliance6.0 Support Documents6.1 Form 1, Hazardous Waste Storage Area Weekly Inspection Checklist6.2 Form 2, Monthly Groundwater Usage Report6.3 Form 3, Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log6.4 Form 4, Blast Grit Usage Tracking6.5 Form 5, Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking6.6 Form 6, Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking6.7 Form 7, Storm Water Sampling6.8 Form 8, Storm Water Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist6.9 Form 9, Storm Water Periodic Inspection Checklist6.10 Addendum 1, Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials6.11 Addendum 2, Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations6.12 Addendum 3, Auxiliary Boiler Emission Standards and Limitations6.13 Addendum 4, Environmental Compliance Screening Questions6.14 Addendum 5, Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Z09190PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 28 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 1 Hazardous Waste Storage Area Weekly Inspection Page 1 of 1Checklist (Sample)Satisfactory Comments & CorrectiveActionsHousekeeping Yes/NoCondition of drums/containers (look for Yes/Nodeteriorated or leaking containers)Drums Properly Sealed Yes/NoDrums Properly Labeled Yes/NoAdequate Aisle Space Between Drums Yes/NoIncompatible Wastes Separated Yes/NoCondition of bulk waste containers (look for Yes/Nodeteriorated or leaking containers)Bulk Waste Containers Properly Labeled Yes/No"Authorized Personnel" Signs Posted Yes/NoSecurity Fence & Gate Secure Yes/NoSafety Equipment Available (Fire Yes/NoExtinguisher, Eye Wash Station, etc.)Berm Integrity and Condition Yes/NoAccumulation Date of the Oldest Hazardous Waste Container:Inspection Performed by:Date:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant Z0920OPGPO3-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 29 of 50 ZSite Environmental ComplianceForm 2 IMonthly Ground Water Usage Report (Sample) IPagelI ofl IMONTHLY REPORT FORMonth/Year:Ending BeginningWELL MonthlyNO. Date Time Meter Reading Date Time Meter Reading Usage (Gal) Remarks*Read Read (Gal) Read Read (Gal)5678NTF-FWTotal (Gal)_*Remarks should include the dates and meter readings associated with equipment (wells and meters) taken out of or returned to service.Prepared by:Date:Date:Reviewed by:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant. | ||
Z0919I. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 30 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 3 Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log (Sample) Page 1 of IMONTHLY REPORT FORMonth/Year:Date Treatment Volume Disposal Disposal Disposal Facility Transporter Disposal Method___e System Removed Date Volume I1- 4 4- 4 + 41- 4 4- 4 + 44 .9- 4 + 4 .9 | Z0919I. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 30 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 3 Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log (Sample) Page 1 of IMONTHLY REPORT FORMonth/Year:Date Treatment Volume Disposal Disposal Disposal Facility Transporter Disposal Method___e System Removed Date Volume I1- 4 4- 4 + 41- 4 4- 4 + 44 .9- 4 + 4 .9 4 9- 4 + 4 4I. $ 4- 4 + 4 44. 4 4- 4 4 4 44- 4 4- 4 + 4 44- 4 4- 4 + 4 44- 4 4- 4 4 4 4Prepared by:Reviewed by:Date:Date:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant. | ||
Z0919Site Environmental ComplianceForm 4 Blast Grit Usage Tracking (Sample) Page 1 of 1Month/Year:Date Operating Abrasive Type* Amt. Used (tons)I Hours I Ii i4 I I4. 4 I4. 4 I4. 4 4+ 4 41~ I I4. 4 4+ 4 4+ 4. 4Totals:*Abrasive type = Coal Slag, Silica Sand or Other (Specify)This facility is currently exempted under Permit Exemption No. X-4014Prepared by:Date:This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. | Z0919Site Environmental ComplianceForm 4 Blast Grit Usage Tracking (Sample) Page 1 of 1Month/Year:Date Operating Abrasive Type* Amt. Used (tons)I Hours I Ii i4 I I4. 4 I4. 4 I4. 4 4+ 4 41~ I I4. 4 4+ 4 4+ 4. 4Totals:*Abrasive type = Coal Slag, Silica Sand or Other (Specify)This facility is currently exempted under Permit Exemption No. X-4014Prepared by:Date:This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. | ||
Z0919O PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 IPage 32°ofs°0Site Environmental ComplianceI Form 5 Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking (Sample) IPagel1 of 2IDay Hour VOC Emitted Usage Total OperatingDate 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 (ibslday) (gatday) Hours (hrsJday)Sunday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/'hr)EMISSIONS (ibI5-hr)Monday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (Ib/5-hr)Tuesday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Ib/gal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (Ib/5-hr)Wednesday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (lb/5-hr)This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. | Z0919O PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 IPage 32°ofs°0Site Environmental ComplianceI Form 5 Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking (Sample) IPagel1 of 2IDay Hour VOC Emitted Usage Total OperatingDate 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 (ibslday) (gatday) Hours (hrsJday)Sunday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/'hr)EMISSIONS (ibI5-hr)Monday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (Ib/5-hr)Tuesday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Ib/gal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (Ib/5-hr)Wednesday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (lb/5-hr)This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. | ||
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OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 50 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 5 Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Page 3 of 3Special Procedures for the Discovery of Human Skeletal MaterialAny human skeletal remains regardless of ethnic origin, which may be discovered during this project willat all times be treated with dignity and respect.A. During all project operations if any STPNOC employee or any of the contractors or subcontractorsbelieves that they have made an unanticipated discovery of human skeletal remains, all work adjacentto the discovery shall cease. The area of work stoppage will be adequate to provide for the totalsecurity, protection, and integrity of the human skeletal remains. No persons other than the proper lawenforcement personnel, STPNOC Cultural Resource Consultant(s), and the THC will be authorizeddirect access to the discovery location after the area is secured. If the remains are determined to be ofNative American ancestry thorough consultation with the THC, tribal access will only be allowed tothe designated representative(s) of the affected tribes'. Coordination for tribal member access must gothrough the designated tribal representative. The strict control of a burial location is mandated toinsure the safety and integrity of the burial feature and remains.B. Representatives of STPNOC are responsible for taking appropriate steps to protect the discovery.. Theimmediate area will be secured to a distance adequate to provide for the total security, protection, andintegrity of the resource. Vehicles, equipment, and unauthorized personnel will not be permitted totraverse or enter the discovery site.C. STPNOC will immediately call the Matagorda County Sheriff's Office and will ensure that anindividual competent and qualified to identify human skeletal remains is present. If possible, theethnic origin, or ancestry, of the discovered human remains will be determined through consultationwith the THC, County Coroner and the THC-determined affected tribe. The local law enforcementofficial may arrange for a representative of the county coroner's office to assist the STPNOC CulturalResource Staff in the examination of the discovery and together will determine whether it should betreated as a crime scene or as a human burial of Native American ancestry.D. If disinterment of Native American human remains becomes necessary, the consulting parties, whichwill include STPNOC, THC, and the affected tribe(s), will jointly determine the final custodian of thehuman skeletal remains for reinterment.E. STPNOC and/or the FHWA will make a good faith effort at accommodating requests from theaffected tribe(s) to be present after they are notified of discoveries, and prior to the implementation ofmitigation measures related to the human remains. | OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 50 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 5 Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Page 3 of 3Special Procedures for the Discovery of Human Skeletal MaterialAny human skeletal remains regardless of ethnic origin, which may be discovered during this project willat all times be treated with dignity and respect.A. During all project operations if any STPNOC employee or any of the contractors or subcontractorsbelieves that they have made an unanticipated discovery of human skeletal remains, all work adjacentto the discovery shall cease. The area of work stoppage will be adequate to provide for the totalsecurity, protection, and integrity of the human skeletal remains. No persons other than the proper lawenforcement personnel, STPNOC Cultural Resource Consultant(s), and the THC will be authorizeddirect access to the discovery location after the area is secured. If the remains are determined to be ofNative American ancestry thorough consultation with the THC, tribal access will only be allowed tothe designated representative(s) of the affected tribes'. Coordination for tribal member access must gothrough the designated tribal representative. The strict control of a burial location is mandated toinsure the safety and integrity of the burial feature and remains.B. Representatives of STPNOC are responsible for taking appropriate steps to protect the discovery.. Theimmediate area will be secured to a distance adequate to provide for the total security, protection, andintegrity of the resource. Vehicles, equipment, and unauthorized personnel will not be permitted totraverse or enter the discovery site.C. STPNOC will immediately call the Matagorda County Sheriff's Office and will ensure that anindividual competent and qualified to identify human skeletal remains is present. If possible, theethnic origin, or ancestry, of the discovered human remains will be determined through consultationwith the THC, County Coroner and the THC-determined affected tribe. The local law enforcementofficial may arrange for a representative of the county coroner's office to assist the STPNOC CulturalResource Staff in the examination of the discovery and together will determine whether it should betreated as a crime scene or as a human burial of Native American ancestry.D. If disinterment of Native American human remains becomes necessary, the consulting parties, whichwill include STPNOC, THC, and the affected tribe(s), will jointly determine the final custodian of thehuman skeletal remains for reinterment.E. STPNOC and/or the FHWA will make a good faith effort at accommodating requests from theaffected tribe(s) to be present after they are notified of discoveries, and prior to the implementation ofmitigation measures related to the human remains. | ||
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Land Use Information for NRC Audit BinderAttachments: IEEE516.PDF; Original TreeSpec 97 05 Update with 11-15-05 revisions.docFriends,I received a request to forward to you information regarding Austin Energy (AE) Transmission ROWvegetation management on AE circuit 3123 and 3124 from the STNP Corridor at Danevang to Holmansubstation near La Grange. I hope the following information meets your needs." Austin Energy (AE) last performed ROW vegetation management in 2006 with extensive ROWdearing of brush and trees in the 100 foot ROW." Austin Energy is scheduled to perform vegetation maintenance on our four-year cycle, scheduledmaintenance this year, 2010 We are scheduled to begin field work on this ROW sometime inMarch, 2010* AE has completed our property ownership research and we are beginning our field patrols of theROW to assess vegetation conditions. Preliminary findings are that the ROW vegetationconditions are still very good, with good clearances and access." AE has an aggressive and thorough vegetation management program utilizing herbicideapplications, tree removals and mowing to control vegetation to prevent outages and maintainfacility access." AE Forestry Transmission Program is managed according to AE Tree Pruning and Line ClearanceSpecifications (attached). The methods of ROW maintenance that more direct our practices onthis ROW are outlined on page 4, item B of these specifications. This is paraphrased as "anyvegetation in the AE right-of-way that has the potential to grow into the clearance zone (20 feetminimum clearance near poles or structures and 25 feet at mid-span) of the transmissionconductors, should be targeted for removal... As right of way conditions allow, the right of waymay be kept clear of woody vegetation by mowing or other appropriate methods." (specificallyherbicide applications)." AE's specifies removal of trees that have the potential of growing into the clearance zonesurrounding the conductors, which is a minimum of 20 to 25 feet; and in most cases much moreclearance distance is achieved; which allows for four to five years of above-average tree growth.These distances are in addition to the 9.4 feet minimum distance for 345kV from the IEEE 5162003 Clearances (table attached)." AE Transmission Construction and Maintenance personnel patrol this transmission ROW twice ayear and report any vegetation concerns to AE Transmission Forestry Section for immediateattention for vegetation maintenance.Please let me know if this is the appropriate information you need. If you require any additionalsupporting information, please don't hesitate to contact me via e-mail with the specifics needed, or call meat one of the phone numbers given below.Thank you,Carl SchattenbergUtility ForesterAustin Energy(512) 322-6931 (Office)(512) 801-4997 (Cell)1/7/20 10 TER-4. Austin Energy Tree Pruning and T-line Clearance Specs, November 7,2005, [STPLR-448] | |||
/4-- STPL_- 446AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSINTRODUCTIONThese Tree Pruning Specifications and Requirements, together with the American National StandardsInstitute ANSI A300, "Standard for Tree Care Operations" (as approved May 22, 2001, or subsequentrevision), shall govern all pruning and/or removal of any plant or tree growth interfering with the safeoperation of any City of Austin Energy (AE) facility. Where any discrepancy or contradiction existsbetween this contract document and the ANSI standard, the requirements of the contract document shallprevail.The primary goal for the line clearance tree pruning program is to maintain a safe and reliable electricaltransmission and distribution system. These specifications and requirements prescribe arboriculturalstandards to ensure consistent tree pruning practices, and efficient, economical line clearancemaintenance. They shall provide a basis for determining whether tree pruning is necessary orappropriate, and shall dictate the arboricultural methods to be adhered to in the performance of the workactivity described in this document.The AE is obliged and committed to compliance with the terms and conditions of City of Austin GeneralDevelopment Permit No. GP-05-0000.AEU, and any subsequent extension or renewal. The Vendor shallbe familiar with these terms and conditions, and will ensure that no violations occur as a result of theVendor's actions.All tree work shall conform to approved principles and techniques of modern arboriculture. Proper lineclearance tree pruning shall direct tree growth away from electrical conductors and facilities, extendpruning cycles, and reduce the overall amount of future pruning work required. The AE shall determinethe appropriate distances between all plant or tree growth and electrical facilities. Because of thedifficulty in developing line clearance tree pruning policies which would cover all circumstances, the AEreserves the right to assess, on a case-by-case basis, any special situations where the strict applicationof these specifications and requirements might be impractical or inappropriate.I. PRUNING SPECIFICATIONSThe following specifications shall apply to all tree pruning unless otherwise specified herein. For thepurpose of this line clearance tree pruning contract, a tree shall be considered to be a self-supportingwoody perennial plant, having a trunk diameter of no less than two inches (2") at maturity, measured atfour and one-half (4-1/2) feet (Qiameter at Breast Height, or DBH), with one (1) or more branchesdeveloping from the stem or trunk. Plants containing multiple trunks or stems, each of which exceeds twoinches (2") in diameter (DBH), will be considered to be one (1) tree when those stems originate from acommon root crown, or are less than six inches (6") apart.A) The most important technique in pruning a tree is the collar cut. This term refers to the final pruningcut to remove a limb just outside the raised portion (branch collar) of the branch junction with thetrunk or another limb. A proper collar cut will minimize the exposed surface area of the cut surface.All limb or branch removals shall be performed using the collar cut method.B) When removing a lateral branch at its point of origin on the trunk or parent limb, the final cut shall bemade in branch tissue close to the trunk or parent limb, without cutting into the branch bark ridge orcollar, or leaving a stub. (ANSI A300 Standard 5.3.2 and 5.3.3).C) When removing a dead branch, the final cut shall be made just outside the collar of live tissue. If thecollar has grown out along the branch stub, only the dead stub shall be removed. The live collar shallbe left intact and uninjured. (ANSI A300 Standard, 5.3.5).D) No stub and/or flush cuts shall be left on the trunk or supporting branch unless specifically requestedby the property owner and specifically approved by the AE, prior to the removal of branch or limb.11/07/05 1 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSE) Old stubs from prior stub cuts that have re-sprouted and re-grown into the electrical conductor cleararea shall be removed to the branch collar of the stubbed-off limb, or may be pruned to a lateral limb,behind the stub, large enough to assume the terminal role, consistent with these pruningspecifications and requirements.F) The three-cut method should be used in order to prevent ripping or peeling of the bark on the trunk orparent stem from which the limb is removed.G) When a leader, dominate or co-dominate stem is to be removed, it shall be removed back to a laterallimb or branch no less than one-third (1/3) of the diameter of the portion being removed.H) When removal of an entire lateral limb back to the branch collar on the parent stem would removeexcessive branch tissue and foliage, and is not necessary to obtain the required line clearance, theleader of a lateral limb may be pruned to a lateral limb large enough to assume the terminal role. Inmaking a thinning cut in this instance, the final cut shall be beyond the branch bark ridge of thecrotch.I) All final lateral pruning shall be concluded at a branch collar on the supporting branches or trunksgrowing away from the electrical facility, so that the growth of the tree is directed away from electricalfacilities (directional pruning).J) Directional pruning is used to redirect side growth away from the electrical facilities. Limbs growingtowards the facilities are removed to appropriate limbs or trunk to train the tree away from theelectrical facilities.K) Drop crotch pruning is used to reduce the height of a tree by removing dominant or co-dominantstems in the center of the crown of the tree and direct growth away from the electric lines overhead.This method of line clearance pruning is most often used when the conductors are involved with thecenter of the tree crown. Limbs should be cut at the branch bark ridge, consistent with properarboricultural techniques, as detailed in B) above.L) All tree pruning wounds and other wounds caused by AE operations on oak trees shall be treatedpromptly with a thin but complete covering of an approved non-phytotoxic tree wound dressing.Wounds on oaks shall be treated before moving to another part of the tree, and prior to descendingthe tree. All oak stumps shall be painted with a tree wound dressing, as required on all oak wounds.No other tree species shall be painted unless specifically requested by the property owner, ordirected by the AE. (ANSI A300 Standard, 5.4.1).M) Rips and peels are not acceptable and shall be avoided, but if they occur, tree wound dressing maybe applied, as a cosmetic treatment only. Tree wound dressing may be applied as a cosmetictreatment on large wounds.N) To help prevent the spread of various types of tree diseases, all cutting tools (hand and powered)shall be surface disinfected with a seventy percent (70%) or higher solution of alcohol and water.Other disinfectants, such as Lysol and 50% chlorine bleach (sodium hypochlorite) and water solutionmay be substituted. Disinfectants shall be applied prior to commencing any pruning on the job site,and immediately after pruning oaks suspected to be infected with oak wilt in a designated diseasedarea.11/07/05 2 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSII. LINE CLEARANCELine clearance distances attained during tree pruning operations shall vary depending on the power linevoltage and the type of trees encountered. Higher voltage power lines require greater clearances. Fastgrowing trees shall be pruned to provide more clearance from electrical facilities than slow growing trees.The tree pruning operation shall provide clearance as appropriate for the line voltage and average growthrate of the affected trees, with the overall objective of achieving a minimum four (4) to five (5) yearpruning cycle.Line clearing shall begin only after careful consideration of the position occupied by the electric facilityrelative to the adjacent trees, and the growth rate of the affected trees.The clearances specified shall be consistently achieved. Special efforts shall be undertaken forreasonable resolution of any property owner objections or disputes.DISTRIBUTION FACILITIESIf the pruning required to obtain adequate clearance from an electric facility (i.e., leaning pole, low poleheight, sagging wire) would significantly affect the shape of the tree, the Vendor shall consult with the AEInspector to determine if the electric facilities can be adjusted to reduce the pruning required.Telephone or TV Cable facilities shall not be considered in determining line clearances.A) Primary conductors 600 volts to 12,500 volts -Minimum clearance shall be 6 to 8 feet, dependingon the tree species. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle. The Vendor shall remove alloverhang above the top of the pole or primary conductor, or as directed by the AE.B) Secondary conductors less than 600 volts -Minimum clearance shall be 4 to 6 feet, dependingupon tree species. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle.C) Service drops and streetlight conductors -2 to 3 feet, depending upon tree species. Servicedrops and street light conductors will only be pruned when Vendor crews are working in the area andlimbs are applying pressure to the facilities. The cost effectiveness of re-routing the wires will beconsidered before any line clearance work is completed. Tree removals will not be done on thesewire types.D) Poles, Guy Wires, Down Guys, Transformers, and Other Electric Facilities -The Vendor shallfree guy wires and down guys of weight, strain or altered position caused by contact with tree limbs orbranches. Guy wires, down guys and poles shall be free of vines. The AE, at its sole discretion, shalldetermine whether to cut and/or remove all vines or plant growth obstructing or limiting accesses, atthe base of, or on the affected electric facility.E) Street lights and night watchmen lights will not be part of the Utility Forestry Section lineclearance program. Any trees that need to be maintained for illumination purposed are solely theresponsibility of the owner or PARD.F) New Construction -The customer requesting service will be asked to be responsible for clearing alltrees in the ground easement to meet the requirements of the AE. All required tree removal permitswill be the responsibility of the customer and will be completed by the customer. The AE's Vendorwill be responsible for pruning all trees to establish necessary aerial clearance to provide safe andreliable electric service.11/07/05 3 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSTRANSMISSION FACILITIES -69,000 volts to 345,000 voltsWherever possible, the following transmission specifications shall be obtained by the Contractor. TheVendor shall inform AE personnel where these clearances can not be obtained.A) Trees and other vegetation will be pruned or removed to allow for a minimum of 20 feet of clearancenear all transmission conductors, poles or structures and a minimum of 25 feet at mid-span, to allowfor sag and sway. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle. The AE, at its sole discretion,shall determine whether to cut and/or remove plant growth obstructing access at the base of thetransmission facility.B) In rural or undeveloped areas, as right of way conditions allow, any vegetation in the AE right-of-waythat has the potential to grow into the clearance zone (20 feet minimum clearance near poles orstructures and 25 feet at mid-span) of the transmission conductors, should be targeted for removal.Any vegetation in the AE right-of-way, or beneath the transmission conductors, that has the potentialto obstruct right of way access, or access to the transmission structure should be targeted forremoval. This includes trees growing beneath conductors and structures, vegetation blocking AEaccess gates and any vines on facilities. As right of way conditions allow, the right of way may bekept clear of woody vegetation by mowing or other appropriate methods.C) The Contractor shall remove all overhang above the top of the transmission conductors andstructures.D) A corridor will be maintained free of any woody plants to provide access by AE to the transmissionfacilities to repair and maintain the transmission grid.E) Any hazardous tree within the right-of-way that poses a hazard to any transmission facility, at the solediscretion of the AE, should be pruned or removed to mitigate the hazard. Any vegetation outside ofthe AE right-of-way that presents a hazard to the transmission facilities will be pruned back orremoved to the limits of the right-of-way.F) Poles, Guy Wires, Down Guys, and Other Transmission Facilities -The Vendor shall clear tree limbsor branches a minimum of 4 -6 feet from guy wires and down guys. The Contractor shall cut and/ortreat all vines growing on all transmission facilities. The AE, at its sole discretion, shall determinewhether to cut and/or remove plant growth obstructing access at the base of the transmission facility.F) In designated Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (BCP) bird habitat areas, proposed line clearancework must be submitted for the BCP review process for approval. Access corridors shall not exceed20 feet in width, unless to allow for clearance of truck booms. In accordance with the review process,line clearing is limited to the removal of fast growing species directly below transmission conductorsand pruning to provide at least 20 feet of clearance from conductors. Line clearance activity, otherthan emergency response, is prohibited in these habitat areas between March 1 and September 1.G) In any other area determined to be endangered species habitat by the US Fish & Wildlife Service,anyproposed line clearance work must be submitted for review prior to initiating work. Work scheduling,and certain clearing methods may be restricted by the US Fish & Wildlife Service.TREE REMOVALSTree removals are an unavoidable component of a utility forestry program. Problem trees and othervegetation often need to be removed from near electrical facilities to correct a hazardous situation,improve service reliability, and to provide access to the electrical facilities. When considering a treeremoval, the AE personnel or Vendor needs to consider the condition and specie of the tree, itsplacement and the priority of the tree removal. Every reasonable effort should be made to communicate11/07/05 4 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSwith the customer to obtain informed consent prior to removal of these problem trees from near theelectrical facilities.TREE REMOVAL CANDIDATESA) Dead, dying, diseased, or unstable trees (danger trees) which presents a danger to utility facilities orwhere a tree is destabilizing utility structures.B) A tree that is totally involved with the utility facility and can not be effectively pruned to provideadequate clearance from electrical facilities and the continued health of the tree. Such trees locatednear schools, or other public areas where a person could easily climb and contact the electricalfacilities present a serious safety concern.C) Fast-growing trees that may interfere with the electrical facilities, present a safety concern and/orhinder service reliability before the next tree maintenance cycle.D) Trees with dominant terminal leaders (pines, etc.) that can not be directionally pruned away from theelectrical facilitiesE) Immature trees that can be economically removed from near the electrical facilities to prevent futurereliability concernTREE REMOVAL CONDITIONSA) With the informed consent of the property owner or customer, removal of trees should be limited tothe area within the distribution easement or up to ten feet either side of distribution conductors andwithin transmission rights of way, unless a dangerous situation exists.B) A tree removal should be cost effective to the AE. A tree removal should be limited to twice the timeit would take to prune the tree. Exceptions would include trees near the main line circuits and dangertrees,C) Low-growing trees, which have a mature height of less than 25 feet, should not be removed unlessdirected by the AE for access and clearance around electrical facilities.D) Stumps shall be cut as close to the ground as possible. All oak tree stumps shall be painted with atree wound dressing, as required on all oak wounds. With customer consent, the stump will betreated with an EPA -approved herbicide to prevent re-sprouting.E) All proposed removals of trees 8" in diameter at breast height (DBH), or larger, must be reported byAE or Vendor field personnel to the Utility Forester for review and submittal to the City Environmentalcontacts at least two days prior to removal. Any proposed removals of treesl9" DBH, or larger, mustbe have a signed permit approved prior to pruning 33% or more of the canopy, or prior to removal ofthe tree, as required by the City Protected Tree Ordinance.INDIVIDUAL REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE- TICKETSThe AE receives numerous requests from customers to prune trees on their property near the electricalfacilities. The Utility Forestry Section is responsible for evaluating and taking appropriate actions onthese requests. The following shall apply to individual requests for pruning trees near to AE facilities.General SpecificationsEach request shall be evaluated individually, and may require a site visit by AE or Vendor personnel.11/07/05 5 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSA) If is determined that the customer request should be granted on an expedited basis, at the directionof Owner, the Vendor shall schedule and perform the work as soon as possible.B) The customer may be directed, at the option of the AE, to request a temporary disconnection of theirservice drop to allow safe tree pruning or removal by the customer, without the services of theVendor.C) The Vendor will be required to provide the AE with information on work order status for customerrequest jobs on a weekly basis.TOPPING FOR REMOVALProperty owners will often request AE assistance with tree removals near the electrical facilities. TheInspector or Vendor will evaluate the removal and determine if its removal by the property owner wouldconstitute a threat to the electrical facilities. In cases where a threat is perceived, the Inspector or Vendorwill work with the property owner to remove any parts of the tree that are in danger of contacting theelectrical facilities. It is the property owner's responsibility to remove the rest of the tree. Listed beloware the AE procedures.A) At the request of a property owner, with notification and approval of appropriate City Environmentalauthorities, the AE will direct the Vendor to remove only those branches which could come intocontact with the electrical facilities for the property owner to safely complete the tree removal.B) If necessary, AE facilities shall be temporarily removed or de-energized by the AE to permit saferemoval of the tree by the property owner.C) For removal of trees sixty inches (60") or more in circumference, or nineteen inches (19") or more indiameter (DBH), measured four and one-half (4-1/2) feet from ground level, the property owner isrequired, under City ordinance, to obtain an approved tree removal permit from the City Arborist'soffice. The Vendor shall not commence work prior to verification of the required permit.DISPOSAL OF PRUNED MATERIALWood chips are usually disposed of at the specified locations agreed to by the Owner and Vendor. Anagreement between the City Parks Department and Austin Energy will allow the Vendor to dispose ofchips at designated park locations. The following shall apply to cleanup, removal and disposal of prunedmaterial.A) The Vendor shall remove and dispose of only those trees, plants or portions of trees pruned by theVendor. When possible, removal and cleanup shall be completed daily by the Vendor before leavingthe job site. No cut limbs, woody debris, trash or other debris will be left on the premises without priorconsent of the property owner and responsible AE personnel. No woody debris, trash or otherdebris will be left in roads or drainage ditches.B) Removal and disposal of portions of any tree pruned by the property owner, or portions of any treenot affecting the electrical facilities, are the responsibilities of the property owner.C) The Vendor shall promptly clean up and remove all debris produced by AE personnel performingroutine or emergency tree pruning when instructed by appropriate AE personnel.D) The Vendor should make every effort to find alternate dump sites for chips or woods, with propertyowner approval, near the work location if at all possible. Any alternate disposal sites must meet anyenvironmental restrictions for the particular area and must not be left in roads, ditches or adverselyaffect drainage or access.11/07/05 6 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc | /4-- STPL_- 446AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSINTRODUCTIONThese Tree Pruning Specifications and Requirements, together with the American National StandardsInstitute ANSI A300, "Standard for Tree Care Operations" (as approved May 22, 2001, or subsequentrevision), shall govern all pruning and/or removal of any plant or tree growth interfering with the safeoperation of any City of Austin Energy (AE) facility. Where any discrepancy or contradiction existsbetween this contract document and the ANSI standard, the requirements of the contract document shallprevail.The primary goal for the line clearance tree pruning program is to maintain a safe and reliable electricaltransmission and distribution system. These specifications and requirements prescribe arboriculturalstandards to ensure consistent tree pruning practices, and efficient, economical line clearancemaintenance. They shall provide a basis for determining whether tree pruning is necessary orappropriate, and shall dictate the arboricultural methods to be adhered to in the performance of the workactivity described in this document.The AE is obliged and committed to compliance with the terms and conditions of City of Austin GeneralDevelopment Permit No. GP-05-0000.AEU, and any subsequent extension or renewal. The Vendor shallbe familiar with these terms and conditions, and will ensure that no violations occur as a result of theVendor's actions.All tree work shall conform to approved principles and techniques of modern arboriculture. Proper lineclearance tree pruning shall direct tree growth away from electrical conductors and facilities, extendpruning cycles, and reduce the overall amount of future pruning work required. The AE shall determinethe appropriate distances between all plant or tree growth and electrical facilities. Because of thedifficulty in developing line clearance tree pruning policies which would cover all circumstances, the AEreserves the right to assess, on a case-by-case basis, any special situations where the strict applicationof these specifications and requirements might be impractical or inappropriate.I. PRUNING SPECIFICATIONSThe following specifications shall apply to all tree pruning unless otherwise specified herein. For thepurpose of this line clearance tree pruning contract, a tree shall be considered to be a self-supportingwoody perennial plant, having a trunk diameter of no less than two inches (2") at maturity, measured atfour and one-half (4-1/2) feet (Qiameter at Breast Height, or DBH), with one (1) or more branchesdeveloping from the stem or trunk. Plants containing multiple trunks or stems, each of which exceeds twoinches (2") in diameter (DBH), will be considered to be one (1) tree when those stems originate from acommon root crown, or are less than six inches (6") apart.A) The most important technique in pruning a tree is the collar cut. This term refers to the final pruningcut to remove a limb just outside the raised portion (branch collar) of the branch junction with thetrunk or another limb. A proper collar cut will minimize the exposed surface area of the cut surface.All limb or branch removals shall be performed using the collar cut method.B) When removing a lateral branch at its point of origin on the trunk or parent limb, the final cut shall bemade in branch tissue close to the trunk or parent limb, without cutting into the branch bark ridge orcollar, or leaving a stub. (ANSI A300 Standard 5.3.2 and 5.3.3).C) When removing a dead branch, the final cut shall be made just outside the collar of live tissue. If thecollar has grown out along the branch stub, only the dead stub shall be removed. The live collar shallbe left intact and uninjured. (ANSI A300 Standard, 5.3.5).D) No stub and/or flush cuts shall be left on the trunk or supporting branch unless specifically requestedby the property owner and specifically approved by the AE, prior to the removal of branch or limb.11/07/05 1 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSE) Old stubs from prior stub cuts that have re-sprouted and re-grown into the electrical conductor cleararea shall be removed to the branch collar of the stubbed-off limb, or may be pruned to a lateral limb,behind the stub, large enough to assume the terminal role, consistent with these pruningspecifications and requirements.F) The three-cut method should be used in order to prevent ripping or peeling of the bark on the trunk orparent stem from which the limb is removed.G) When a leader, dominate or co-dominate stem is to be removed, it shall be removed back to a laterallimb or branch no less than one-third (1/3) of the diameter of the portion being removed.H) When removal of an entire lateral limb back to the branch collar on the parent stem would removeexcessive branch tissue and foliage, and is not necessary to obtain the required line clearance, theleader of a lateral limb may be pruned to a lateral limb large enough to assume the terminal role. Inmaking a thinning cut in this instance, the final cut shall be beyond the branch bark ridge of thecrotch.I) All final lateral pruning shall be concluded at a branch collar on the supporting branches or trunksgrowing away from the electrical facility, so that the growth of the tree is directed away from electricalfacilities (directional pruning).J) Directional pruning is used to redirect side growth away from the electrical facilities. Limbs growingtowards the facilities are removed to appropriate limbs or trunk to train the tree away from theelectrical facilities.K) Drop crotch pruning is used to reduce the height of a tree by removing dominant or co-dominantstems in the center of the crown of the tree and direct growth away from the electric lines overhead.This method of line clearance pruning is most often used when the conductors are involved with thecenter of the tree crown. Limbs should be cut at the branch bark ridge, consistent with properarboricultural techniques, as detailed in B) above.L) All tree pruning wounds and other wounds caused by AE operations on oak trees shall be treatedpromptly with a thin but complete covering of an approved non-phytotoxic tree wound dressing.Wounds on oaks shall be treated before moving to another part of the tree, and prior to descendingthe tree. All oak stumps shall be painted with a tree wound dressing, as required on all oak wounds.No other tree species shall be painted unless specifically requested by the property owner, ordirected by the AE. (ANSI A300 Standard, 5.4.1).M) Rips and peels are not acceptable and shall be avoided, but if they occur, tree wound dressing maybe applied, as a cosmetic treatment only. Tree wound dressing may be applied as a cosmetictreatment on large wounds.N) To help prevent the spread of various types of tree diseases, all cutting tools (hand and powered)shall be surface disinfected with a seventy percent (70%) or higher solution of alcohol and water.Other disinfectants, such as Lysol and 50% chlorine bleach (sodium hypochlorite) and water solutionmay be substituted. Disinfectants shall be applied prior to commencing any pruning on the job site,and immediately after pruning oaks suspected to be infected with oak wilt in a designated diseasedarea.11/07/05 2 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSII. LINE CLEARANCELine clearance distances attained during tree pruning operations shall vary depending on the power linevoltage and the type of trees encountered. Higher voltage power lines require greater clearances. Fastgrowing trees shall be pruned to provide more clearance from electrical facilities than slow growing trees.The tree pruning operation shall provide clearance as appropriate for the line voltage and average growthrate of the affected trees, with the overall objective of achieving a minimum four (4) to five (5) yearpruning cycle.Line clearing shall begin only after careful consideration of the position occupied by the electric facilityrelative to the adjacent trees, and the growth rate of the affected trees.The clearances specified shall be consistently achieved. Special efforts shall be undertaken forreasonable resolution of any property owner objections or disputes.DISTRIBUTION FACILITIESIf the pruning required to obtain adequate clearance from an electric facility (i.e., leaning pole, low poleheight, sagging wire) would significantly affect the shape of the tree, the Vendor shall consult with the AEInspector to determine if the electric facilities can be adjusted to reduce the pruning required.Telephone or TV Cable facilities shall not be considered in determining line clearances.A) Primary conductors 600 volts to 12,500 volts -Minimum clearance shall be 6 to 8 feet, dependingon the tree species. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle. The Vendor shall remove alloverhang above the top of the pole or primary conductor, or as directed by the AE.B) Secondary conductors less than 600 volts -Minimum clearance shall be 4 to 6 feet, dependingupon tree species. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle.C) Service drops and streetlight conductors -2 to 3 feet, depending upon tree species. Servicedrops and street light conductors will only be pruned when Vendor crews are working in the area andlimbs are applying pressure to the facilities. The cost effectiveness of re-routing the wires will beconsidered before any line clearance work is completed. Tree removals will not be done on thesewire types.D) Poles, Guy Wires, Down Guys, Transformers, and Other Electric Facilities -The Vendor shallfree guy wires and down guys of weight, strain or altered position caused by contact with tree limbs orbranches. Guy wires, down guys and poles shall be free of vines. The AE, at its sole discretion, shalldetermine whether to cut and/or remove all vines or plant growth obstructing or limiting accesses, atthe base of, or on the affected electric facility.E) Street lights and night watchmen lights will not be part of the Utility Forestry Section lineclearance program. Any trees that need to be maintained for illumination purposed are solely theresponsibility of the owner or PARD.F) New Construction -The customer requesting service will be asked to be responsible for clearing alltrees in the ground easement to meet the requirements of the AE. All required tree removal permitswill be the responsibility of the customer and will be completed by the customer. The AE's Vendorwill be responsible for pruning all trees to establish necessary aerial clearance to provide safe andreliable electric service.11/07/05 3 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSTRANSMISSION FACILITIES -69,000 volts to 345,000 voltsWherever possible, the following transmission specifications shall be obtained by the Contractor. TheVendor shall inform AE personnel where these clearances can not be obtained.A) Trees and other vegetation will be pruned or removed to allow for a minimum of 20 feet of clearancenear all transmission conductors, poles or structures and a minimum of 25 feet at mid-span, to allowfor sag and sway. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle. The AE, at its sole discretion,shall determine whether to cut and/or remove plant growth obstructing access at the base of thetransmission facility.B) In rural or undeveloped areas, as right of way conditions allow, any vegetation in the AE right-of-waythat has the potential to grow into the clearance zone (20 feet minimum clearance near poles orstructures and 25 feet at mid-span) of the transmission conductors, should be targeted for removal.Any vegetation in the AE right-of-way, or beneath the transmission conductors, that has the potentialto obstruct right of way access, or access to the transmission structure should be targeted forremoval. This includes trees growing beneath conductors and structures, vegetation blocking AEaccess gates and any vines on facilities. As right of way conditions allow, the right of way may bekept clear of woody vegetation by mowing or other appropriate methods.C) The Contractor shall remove all overhang above the top of the transmission conductors andstructures.D) A corridor will be maintained free of any woody plants to provide access by AE to the transmissionfacilities to repair and maintain the transmission grid.E) Any hazardous tree within the right-of-way that poses a hazard to any transmission facility, at the solediscretion of the AE, should be pruned or removed to mitigate the hazard. Any vegetation outside ofthe AE right-of-way that presents a hazard to the transmission facilities will be pruned back orremoved to the limits of the right-of-way.F) Poles, Guy Wires, Down Guys, and Other Transmission Facilities -The Vendor shall clear tree limbsor branches a minimum of 4 -6 feet from guy wires and down guys. The Contractor shall cut and/ortreat all vines growing on all transmission facilities. The AE, at its sole discretion, shall determinewhether to cut and/or remove plant growth obstructing access at the base of the transmission facility.F) In designated Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (BCP) bird habitat areas, proposed line clearancework must be submitted for the BCP review process for approval. Access corridors shall not exceed20 feet in width, unless to allow for clearance of truck booms. In accordance with the review process,line clearing is limited to the removal of fast growing species directly below transmission conductorsand pruning to provide at least 20 feet of clearance from conductors. Line clearance activity, otherthan emergency response, is prohibited in these habitat areas between March 1 and September 1.G) In any other area determined to be endangered species habitat by the US Fish & Wildlife Service,anyproposed line clearance work must be submitted for review prior to initiating work. Work scheduling,and certain clearing methods may be restricted by the US Fish & Wildlife Service.TREE REMOVALSTree removals are an unavoidable component of a utility forestry program. Problem trees and othervegetation often need to be removed from near electrical facilities to correct a hazardous situation,improve service reliability, and to provide access to the electrical facilities. When considering a treeremoval, the AE personnel or Vendor needs to consider the condition and specie of the tree, itsplacement and the priority of the tree removal. Every reasonable effort should be made to communicate11/07/05 4 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSwith the customer to obtain informed consent prior to removal of these problem trees from near theelectrical facilities.TREE REMOVAL CANDIDATESA) Dead, dying, diseased, or unstable trees (danger trees) which presents a danger to utility facilities orwhere a tree is destabilizing utility structures.B) A tree that is totally involved with the utility facility and can not be effectively pruned to provideadequate clearance from electrical facilities and the continued health of the tree. Such trees locatednear schools, or other public areas where a person could easily climb and contact the electricalfacilities present a serious safety concern.C) Fast-growing trees that may interfere with the electrical facilities, present a safety concern and/orhinder service reliability before the next tree maintenance cycle.D) Trees with dominant terminal leaders (pines, etc.) that can not be directionally pruned away from theelectrical facilitiesE) Immature trees that can be economically removed from near the electrical facilities to prevent futurereliability concernTREE REMOVAL CONDITIONSA) With the informed consent of the property owner or customer, removal of trees should be limited tothe area within the distribution easement or up to ten feet either side of distribution conductors andwithin transmission rights of way, unless a dangerous situation exists.B) A tree removal should be cost effective to the AE. A tree removal should be limited to twice the timeit would take to prune the tree. Exceptions would include trees near the main line circuits and dangertrees,C) Low-growing trees, which have a mature height of less than 25 feet, should not be removed unlessdirected by the AE for access and clearance around electrical facilities.D) Stumps shall be cut as close to the ground as possible. All oak tree stumps shall be painted with atree wound dressing, as required on all oak wounds. With customer consent, the stump will betreated with an EPA -approved herbicide to prevent re-sprouting.E) All proposed removals of trees 8" in diameter at breast height (DBH), or larger, must be reported byAE or Vendor field personnel to the Utility Forester for review and submittal to the City Environmentalcontacts at least two days prior to removal. Any proposed removals of treesl9" DBH, or larger, mustbe have a signed permit approved prior to pruning 33% or more of the canopy, or prior to removal ofthe tree, as required by the City Protected Tree Ordinance.INDIVIDUAL REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE- TICKETSThe AE receives numerous requests from customers to prune trees on their property near the electricalfacilities. The Utility Forestry Section is responsible for evaluating and taking appropriate actions onthese requests. The following shall apply to individual requests for pruning trees near to AE facilities.General SpecificationsEach request shall be evaluated individually, and may require a site visit by AE or Vendor personnel.11/07/05 5 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSA) If is determined that the customer request should be granted on an expedited basis, at the directionof Owner, the Vendor shall schedule and perform the work as soon as possible.B) The customer may be directed, at the option of the AE, to request a temporary disconnection of theirservice drop to allow safe tree pruning or removal by the customer, without the services of theVendor.C) The Vendor will be required to provide the AE with information on work order status for customerrequest jobs on a weekly basis.TOPPING FOR REMOVALProperty owners will often request AE assistance with tree removals near the electrical facilities. TheInspector or Vendor will evaluate the removal and determine if its removal by the property owner wouldconstitute a threat to the electrical facilities. In cases where a threat is perceived, the Inspector or Vendorwill work with the property owner to remove any parts of the tree that are in danger of contacting theelectrical facilities. It is the property owner's responsibility to remove the rest of the tree. Listed beloware the AE procedures.A) At the request of a property owner, with notification and approval of appropriate City Environmentalauthorities, the AE will direct the Vendor to remove only those branches which could come intocontact with the electrical facilities for the property owner to safely complete the tree removal.B) If necessary, AE facilities shall be temporarily removed or de-energized by the AE to permit saferemoval of the tree by the property owner.C) For removal of trees sixty inches (60") or more in circumference, or nineteen inches (19") or more indiameter (DBH), measured four and one-half (4-1/2) feet from ground level, the property owner isrequired, under City ordinance, to obtain an approved tree removal permit from the City Arborist'soffice. The Vendor shall not commence work prior to verification of the required permit.DISPOSAL OF PRUNED MATERIALWood chips are usually disposed of at the specified locations agreed to by the Owner and Vendor. Anagreement between the City Parks Department and Austin Energy will allow the Vendor to dispose ofchips at designated park locations. The following shall apply to cleanup, removal and disposal of prunedmaterial.A) The Vendor shall remove and dispose of only those trees, plants or portions of trees pruned by theVendor. When possible, removal and cleanup shall be completed daily by the Vendor before leavingthe job site. No cut limbs, woody debris, trash or other debris will be left on the premises without priorconsent of the property owner and responsible AE personnel. No woody debris, trash or otherdebris will be left in roads or drainage ditches.B) Removal and disposal of portions of any tree pruned by the property owner, or portions of any treenot affecting the electrical facilities, are the responsibilities of the property owner.C) The Vendor shall promptly clean up and remove all debris produced by AE personnel performingroutine or emergency tree pruning when instructed by appropriate AE personnel.D) The Vendor should make every effort to find alternate dump sites for chips or woods, with propertyowner approval, near the work location if at all possible. Any alternate disposal sites must meet anyenvironmental restrictions for the particular area and must not be left in roads, ditches or adverselyaffect drainage or access.11/07/05 6 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc | ||
& 'AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSE) Oak wood from Spanish, Blackjack or red oak trees suspected of being infected with oak wilt diseaseshall not be left on site and shall be disposed of at the appropriate location.F) Any woody debris generated by the crews that can not be disposed of near the work site shall betransported to a temporary dumpsite provided by the Vendor. Logs and chips must be separated atthe site or at the temporary dumpsite for transportation to the appropriate dumpsite.G) Any non-woody debris (paper, plastic, cans, metal, etc.) shall be disposed of separately from thewoody debris.11/07/05Original TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc7Specifications and Guidelines TER-5. Pesticides and herbicides associated with operational maintenance of thetransmission lines [STPLR-410] | & 'AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSE) Oak wood from Spanish, Blackjack or red oak trees suspected of being infected with oak wilt diseaseshall not be left on site and shall be disposed of at the appropriate location.F) Any woody debris generated by the crews that can not be disposed of near the work site shall betransported to a temporary dumpsite provided by the Vendor. Logs and chips must be separated atthe site or at the temporary dumpsite for transportation to the appropriate dumpsite.G) Any non-woody debris (paper, plastic, cans, metal, etc.) shall be disposed of separately from thewoody debris.11/07/05Original TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc7Specifications and Guidelines TER-5. Pesticides and herbicides associated with operational maintenance of thetransmission lines [STPLR-410] | ||
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TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGELIST OF TABLES ............... ............................ .i..INTRODUCTION ............... ............................. .I.METHODS ...................... ............................... 2SAMPLING SCHEDULE AND STATIONS .......... .................. 2FIELD AND LABORATORY PROGRAMS ....... .................. 2Impingement ............. ......................... 2Entrainment ............ ......................... 3Colorado River ............ ..................... 4Siltation Basin ............. .............. .... 7RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ............... ........................ 8HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY ....... ....................... 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON ........ ............... 9MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH ........... ................... .13 LIST OF TABLESTABLE1 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, pH AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)PAGE...152 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)163 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT) AT MID-CHANNELOF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983) ..... ..........4 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS IN THERMPF SILTATION BASIN (AUGUST-SEPTEMBER, 1983) .........5 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY,DISSOLVED OXYGEN AND pH AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS(JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983) ........... .....................6 AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLE COLLECTION,JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ...... ..... .......................7 RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF) DAILY PUMPAGE, INCUBIC METERS, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..... ................8 MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY O.5-M PLANKTON NET, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..........9 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ....10 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ....11 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ....12 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 198313 LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLES FROMTHE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..............................14 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ....15 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ..* ...17* ...18* ...19* ...20...21* ...22.... 25....27* .29....32....33S. .. 34i LIST OF TABLESTABLE16 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ....17 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 198318 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON9-10 AUGUST 1983 ... ......................19 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ......................20 MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, JULY-SEPTEMBER 198321 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ........ ... ....................PAGE... .35....36S.. ..38... .394122 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ........... ........................ ..4223 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ............ ....................... ..4424 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ..................... ..4525 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ........... ........................ ..4626 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ............ ........................ ..4727 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ............ ....................... ..4828 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ..................... ..49ii LIST OF TABLESTABLE PAGE29 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 13-14 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5030 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 21-22 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5031 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 27-28 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5132 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ........... ..................... 5133 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........ ................... .52iii INTRODUCTIONSection 6.1.3.2 and Appendix E of the Final Environmental Statementrequires Phase Two of the aquatic ecology studies to begin within one week ofthe start of reservoir fill pumping. The objective of Phase Two studies is todetermine the number and type of aquatic organisms which are (a) impinged onthe revolving screens and (b) entrained by the reservoir fill pumps during thefilling of the main cooling reservoir. Phase One studies, conducted in1975-76, resulted in predictions of impingement and entrainment losses andPhase Two is designed to confirm the accuracy of those predictions. Samplingmethods remain the same as in Phase One. Phase One samples were collected atfour locations in the Colorado River, designated as Stations 1,2,3 and 5.Phase Two samples are to be collected only at Station 2, i.e., in the ColoradoRiver adjacent to the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility (RMPF) and in theSiltation Basin, the body of water located between the RMPF revolving screenstructure and the pump structure.On 11 July 1983, cooling reservoir filling operations began at the SouthTexas Project in Matagorda County, Texas. This report presents data collectedduring July, August and September 1983. After the third week of September, nofurther reservoir filling occurred in 1983 or through the first six months of1984. The data presented in the following report therefore constitute theinformation collected during the period July, 1983, through June, 1984.1 METHODSSAMPLING SCHEDULE AND STATIONSThe aquatic ecology study is divided into two distinct types of studies,impingement and entrainment, requiring different gear types and methodologies.The impingement study is conducted on the revolving screen structure, whichextends 423.5 ft along the west bank of the Colorado River at River Mile 14.6.The entrainment study is conducted at two locations: 1) in the Colorado Riveradjacent to and slightly downstream of the screen structure, and 2) in thesiltation basin between the pump structure and the submerged weir.FIELD AND LABORATORY PROGRAMSImpingementImpingement samples are collected within one week of the start of eachpumping period and weekly thereafter as long as pumping continues. Each week,three samples are collected over a 24-hr period. Prior to the start of eachrevolving screen sample, 2 of the 24 screens are selected at random and runfor 15 min to clean them of accumulated debris. The two screens are thensampled for a 30-min period by placing a tight-fitting dip net with 1/4-inmesh at the lower end of the screenwash trough and filtering all the organismswashed off the screens. While the sample is being collected, hydrology andwater quality parameters are recorded from the siltation basin behind thescreen structure. Surface and bottom readings of water temperature (°C),conductivity (millimhos/cm) and dissolved oxygen (ppm) and a surface readingof pH are recorded as are the number and size of RMPF pumps operating at the2 time of sample collection. The Colorado River flow (cfs) is also noted on thefield data sheets.After the two screens have been sampled for 30 min, the collecting net ischecked for fish, shrimp and crabs. Those found are placed in a plasticsample jar, preserved with 10% buffered formalin and taken to the laboratoryfor identification and enumeration. In the laboratory, each sample is rinsed,sorted by species and the total weight by species and individual lengths(standard length for fish, total for shrimp) or widths (carapace width forcrabs) are recorded. If over 50 individuals of the same species occur in asample, a subsample of 50 is measured. The remainder are counted and theweight of the total is recorded.EntrainmentEntrainment sampling commences within one week of the start of eachcooling reservoir filling period and is conducted at least every other week aslong as pumping continues. A set of samples is collected every 6 hrs over a24-hr period. During the months of March-May and August-December, sampling isdone weekly when the salinity at the -8.5 ft level in the Colorado Riverexceeds 3 ppt. Salinity probes have been mounted on a piling in the rivernear the RMPF at that depth and are connected to a continuous chart recorderto provide a record of salinity fluctuations. The recorder is checked dailyand, if the 3 ppt level is exceeded, the appropriate personnel are notified toinitiate sampling. During the initial months of pumping in 1983,instrumentation and procedural problems resulted in the total loss of3 continuous salinity data. However, salinity data was collected in conjuctionwith biological sampling and is discussed later in this report.Colorado RiverPrior to the start of collection of each set of biological samples,surface and bottom readings of conductivity (which was later converted tosalinity), water temperature and dissolved oxygen were taken at mid-channel ofthe Colorado River near the northern end of the RMPF screen structure.Additional conductivity readings were made at 5-ft intervals between thesurface and bottom. The primary instrument used to measure these parameterswas a Hydrolab Model 8002 with 8100 series probe assembly. A Yellow SpringsInstrument Co. Model 51A temperature and dissolved oxygen meter and anAmerican Optical Co. hand-held refractometer were used as a backup to theprimary system. Surface pH was measured with a portable Altex Model 531153 pHmeter and water transparency was determined using a 200-mm diameter Secchidisc.A 0.5-m diameter, 3:1 (length:mouth diameter) plankton net with 0.5-mmsquare mesh was used to collect plankton samples at mid-channel of theColorado River. Samples were collected at the surface, mid-depth (10 ft) andnear the bottom. The plankton net was attached to a sled to keep the netabout 4 inches above the bottom during towing for the bottom sample. AGeneral Oceanics Model 2030 digital flowmeter mounted in the center of the netmouth was used to calculate the volume of water filtered during each tow. Theflowmeter reading was recorded prior to and at the conclusion of each plankton4 tow. Each mid-channel sample was collected by lowering the net to theappropriate depth with the boat in a stationary position. All tows were madein the direction of river flow, i.e. north to south. Each tow startedapproximately 50 yds upstream of the RMPF and continued to a pointapproximately 50 yds downstream of the RMPF. Bottom tows were made at aslower forward speed than either the mid-depth or surface tows to insure thatthe net sled remained on the bottom. A wire-angle indicator and graduatedtowline were used to verify the depth from which the mid-depth sample wascollected. This was maintained at about 10 ft as the depth of the channel isapproximately 20 ft. The surface sample was taken by towing the net with theupper edge of the net mouth a few inches below the water's surface. At theend of each tow, the boat was held stationary in the river while the net wasquickly brought to the surface. This was done in an effort to minimizecontamination of the sample due to the net being towed upward through thewater column above the level being sampled. At the end of each tow the netwas rinsed from the outside to wash the sample contents into the cod endbucket. The sample was then placed in a plastic jar, labeled and preservedwith 5% formalin. Rose Bengal was added to each sample several days beforesample workup to facilitate visual separation of the organisms from trash anddetritus.A 0.5-m diameter, 3:1 (length:mouth diameter) plankton net with 0.5-mmsquare mesh equipped with a General Oceanics model 2030 digital flowmeter anda cable depressor was used to collect oblique-tow plankton samples near thewest shoreline of the Colorado River. Before each sample was collected, theflowmeter reading was recorded. After lowering the net to the bottom at the5 north end of the RMPF screen structure, the net was towed downstream while thetowline and attached plankton net was slowly reeled in. When the net reachedthe surface, the boat was stopped, the net raised and the flowmeter readingrecorded. After rinsing the net down from the outside, the sample was placedin a plastic jar, labeled and preserved with 5% buffered formalin. RoseBengal was added to each sample as described above.A 20-ft (headrope length) otter trawl, with 1 1/4-in stretched mesh in theupper end and 3/8-in stretched mesh in the cod end, was towed on the bottomparallel to shore at mid-channel of the Colorado River to determine thespecies composition and abundance of the nekton (fish and macroinvertebrates).Tows were of 5 min duration and were made in the direction of water flow.Each trawl tow began approximately 50 yds upstream of the RMPF. Each samplewas emptied into a large tub and inspected for larger specimens of fish andinvertebrates. These were identitied, weighed, measured and returned to theriver. The remainder of the sample was preserved in 10% formalin and taken tothe laboratory for analysis.Shallow shoreline populations of fish and invertebrates in the vicinity ofthe RMPF were sampled by use of a two-man bag seine. A 20-ft long x 6-ft highx 6-ft deep seine, with 1/2-in stretched mesh in the body and 1/4-in acewebbing in the bag, was pulled for a distance of approximately 75 ft along thewest shore line downstream of the RMPF. The seine collections were made bypulling the seine in the upstream direction (south to north) as the currenthelps in holding the bag of the seine open. Specimens taken by seining werehandled as described above for trawl samples.6 Siltation BasinThe method originally chosen to sample organisms from the siltation basinwas to pump water to the top of the RMPF pump structure deck where it would befiltered through an ichthyoplankton net. During the first two collectingtrips, on 14-15 July and 27-28 July 1983, repeated attempts were made tocollect samples by this method. However, the pump could not overcome the headinvolved. Therefore, no siltation basin samples were collected on thosedates. On the third trip, surface plankton samples were collected byhand-towing a 0.5-m (mouth diameter) ichthyoplankton net, having 0.5-mm squaremesh, parallel to the front wall of the pump structure. Hand-towing the net ata deeper level in the water was not attempted because of the danger of the netbeing pulled into the mouth of one of the operating pumps. Towing the net byboat in the siltation basin was not possible because of the small size of thebasin and the presence of several submerged obstructions.7 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONHYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITYWater temperature, pH, turbidity (Secchi disc) and dissolved oxygen at theColorado River station are given in Table 1. Tables 2 & 3 show theconductivity measurements and the derived salinity values. Water temperature,salinity, dissolved oxygen and pH in the RMPF siltation basin are given inTable 4. Water temperature, conductivity, salinity, dissolved oxygen and pHat the RMPF revolving screens are given in Table 5.On 14-15 July a wedge of salt water was present in the Colorado Riverextending up to about 10 to 15 ft below the surface. The wedge was 2.3 to3.0 C warmer than the overlying fresh water and was low in dissolved oxygen(maximum of 0.9 ppm).On 27-28 July no salt wedge was present (0.9 ppt at bottom) and freshoxygenated water extended to the bottom. A salt wedge was re-established on9-10 August and 15-16 September extending up to 10 to 15 ft from the surfaceand even up to 5 ft on 9 August. The bottom oxygen was again very low onthese two days (0.1 to 0.5 ppm).In the RMPF siltation basin the water quality of the surface water wassimilar to that of the surface water in the river on the same dates.At the revolving screens the water quality was similar to that of theriver at comparable depths on the same dates.8 River flow during the sampling periods is shown in Table 6 and the dailyvolume of water pumped into the cooling reservoir during July -September,1983 is shown in Table 7.MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONSamples collected by 0.5-m plankton net in the Colorado River yielded 49taxa of invertebrates and 10 taxa of vertebrates, (Table 8). The dominantinvertebrate forms were cladocerans, or water fleas, which are all freshwaterorganisms; copepods, both freshwater and estuarine-marine in origin; andMalacostraca, consisting of estuarine mysid shrimp, freshwater and estuarineamphipods, estuarine-marine penaeids (commercial shrimp), freshwater andestuarine carideans (grass and river shrimp) and various species of crabs.The fish were represented by as many as 10 taxa, but they were rarely a majorcomponent of any single sample. On some occasions, however, the bay anchovydid occur in large numbers.Tables 9-12 show the temporal and spatial variations in density ofinvertebrates collected from the Colorado River on each of the four samplingtrips. The largest total numbers of organisms were collected in mid-depth,bottom and oblique tows and also innight collections. Higher densitiesappear to be closely related to the presence of a salt wedge at the -10 ftlevel and deeper, as occurred on 9-10 August and 15-16 September (See Table3). A salt wedge also occurred on 14-15 July, but no bottom samples werecollected on that trip because the bottom plankton net was lost during thefirst tow of the day.9 The most ubiquitous species, as well as the most abundant, was the zoealarval stage of the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii. The secondmost abundant forms were the zoeal and postlarval stages of the ghost shrimp,Callianassa spp. The postlarval stage of the brown shrimp, Penaeus aztecus,and the'white shrimp, P. setiferus, and the megalops and juvenile stages ofthe blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, were collected only sporadically and neverin very high densities. It is possible that some of the crab megalopsrepresented the non-commercial pygmy blue crab, C. similis, which isimpossible to differentiate from C. sapidus at this stage of development.A list of the common and scientific names of the egg, larval and juvenilestages of the fish taxa collected from both the Colorado River and thesiltation basin is found in Table 13.Tables 14-17 show the changes in abundance which were observed, bothtemporally and spatially, in the Colorado River ichthyoplankton during thestudy period. The most notable trends seen in this limited amount of dataare: (a) the relatively small numbers of ichthyoplankters from the surfaceand oblique tows compared to the large numbers from the mid-depth and bottomtows and (b) the greater numbers of larval and juvenile fish in samples col-lected at night, regardless of depth. The bay anchovy was the most abundantspecies, due primarily to its peak in abundance on 27-28 July. One possibleexplanation for the anchovy's apparent high level of abundance is due to thelow salinity observed from surface to bottom on those dates (see Table 3).The bay anchovy is an estuarine species preferring salinities in excess of 10ppt, and the fact they were caught in such large numbers during a period of10 high freshwater flow and salinities less than 1 ppt indicates they were understress. This made them more susceptible to capture by a plankton net thanthey would be under normal conditions, when they are probably just asabundant, especially in the salt wedge (mid-depth to the bottom). The onlyother taxa collected regularly were two species of gobies and one categorycalled Gobiidae larvae. The darter goby, Gobionellus boleosoma, and the nakedgoby, Gobiosoma bosci, are both estuarine, mid-depth to bottom dwellingspecies which are common over mud substrates in all Texas estuaries. Thelarvae of the two genera are indistinguishable below about 5 mm, thusresulting in the unidentified Gobiidae larvae category.Because ichthyoplankton were taken in such small numbers in the samplescollected in the siltation basin, they are included with the invertebrates onthe tables showing temporal changes in abundance of organisms at this location(Tables 18 and 19). Penaeus setiferus (white shrimp) postlarvae peaked inabundance during the night on both collecting dates, but were otherwise foundonly in low densities. Macrobrachium ohione, one of the river shrimps, andRhithropanopeus harrisii, a xanthid mud crab, were the most abundant speciesin the basin. M. ohione were much more abundant in the basin than they werein the Colorado River on the same dates (see Tables 11 and 12). This iseasily explained by the fact that river shrimp zoeae and juveniles, the lifestages collected in these samples, prefer shoreline areas with protectivevegetation cover to open river channel habitat. The front wall of the RMPFpump structure, along which the plankton net was towed, afforded a semblanceof shoreline habitat by accumulating floating pieces of wood, dead grasses andother types of vegetative material. Further evidence for the shoreline nature11 of the siltation basin sampling location is the occurrence of Gambusiaaffinis, a shallow shoreline species of fish known as the mosquitofish, onboth the 9-10 August and 15-16 September collecting dates. The megalops andjuvenile life stages of the blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, were the onlyother taxa occurring in fairly high densities, and this was only on 9-10August when they also peaked in abundance in river samples. Notable by itsabsence from the siltation basin were Callianassa spp. zoeae, which were veryabundant in the river. They are, however, primarily a mid-depth and bottomdwelling group and the sampling technique used was not adequate for detectingtheir presence.12 MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHTrawl and seine samples yielded eight macroinvertebrate species, fiveshrimp, two crabs and a crayfish (Table 20 and Tables 21-28). The grassshrimp, Palaemonetes paludosus, the river shrimp, Macrobrachium ohione, andthe crayfish, Procambarus blandingi acutus, are freshwater animals whereas thethree penaeid shrimp and the two crabs are estuarine and marine. The bluecrab, Callinectes sapidus, however, is tolerant ot fresh water and is known tomigrate far upstream in rivers.The river shrimp was the most common invertebrate (818) closely followedby the white shrimp, Peneaus setiferus (760). The majority of the rivershrimp were caught in trawls on 27-28 July while the majority of the whiteshrimp were caught in seines on 15-16 September.Twenty-nine species of fish were collected in trawl and seine samples. Ofthese, four species are freshwater and 25 are estuarine or marine. Thegreatest number of species of fish (16) as well as the greatest number ofindividuals (3697) were recorded from the trawls taken on 27-28 July.However, because the majority (97.7%) of the fish caught that day were bayanchovies, Anchoa mitchilli, the diversity for that day is low. Except forthe large number of anchovies on this one day, the catches in the trawls andseines were similar in number of species and total number of individualstaken.13 Impingement samples yielded 6 macroinvertebrate taxa, 2 of which werefound only in the impingement samples (Tables 29-33). Palaemonid shrimpdominated the species list (4 of 6 taxa), but the majority of individuals wereblue crabs. With few exceptions the individuals were small, less than 30 mmin length (or width in the case of crabs).Three species of fish were collected in the impingement samples, eachrepresented by one individual. The green sunfish, Lepomis cyanellus, was theonly freshwater fish and the only fish species caught by impingement that wasnot caught by trawl or seine.14 TABLE 1TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, pH AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)01Sampling Dates14 July14 July14 July15 July27 July27 July28 July28 JulyTime (CST)110017202300084513001920012007201155180023300600Temperature (°C)Surface Bottom9991027.226.626.626.132.532.831.831.630.929.929.829.429.630.529.829.229.529.629.329.031.331.531.531.429.829.829.929.929.429.329.229.1pHSurface7.47.48.07.78.48.48.48.48.08.07.97.9Secchi diskTurbidity(inches)16.513.012.511.014.017.018.519.025.524.525.526.06.16.56.47.210.510.99.69.47.67.97.16.18.110.29.67.30.60.40.40.95.97.25.76.40.10.10.10.10.10.50.50.5Dissolved 0 (ppm)Surface BottomBottomDepth (ft)212221211919171618192017AugustAugustAugustAugust15151516SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember12001745233006008.08.28.28.216.516.520.019.518171918 TABLE 2TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)DEPTH(ft.)SamplingDates14141415272728289991015151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberTime(CST)1100172023000845130019200120072011551800233006001200174523300600S2.62.41.90.80.50.50.60.64.94.64.94.11.41.52.92.02.92.52.01.00.60.50.60.68.111.715.66.35.24.83.33.55 10 15 20B (Depth)9.86.25.71.20.60.60.60.632.332.033.225.517.516.07.611.523.220.016.512.028.722.024.920.328.626.025.522.51.00.60.61.51.40.91.91.7(21')(22')(21')(21')(19')(19')(17')(16')(18')(19')(20')(17')(18')(17')(19')(18')36.936.936.435.826.025.625.424.136.837.737.536.836.527.926.626.225.516 TABLE 3TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)DEPTH ( ft. )SamplingDates14141415272728289991015151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustAugustTime(CST)110017202300084513001920012007201155180023300600S1.41.31.00.40.30.30.30.32.62.52.62.151.51.31.00.50.30.30.30.34.56.79.13.4105.53.43.10.60.30.30.30.320.119.920.715.510.39.44.16.51514.112.09.76.82017.713.315.112.1B (Depth)17.6 (21')15.9 (22')15.5 (21')13.6 (21')0.50.30.30.70.70.40.90.823.323.323.022.615.915.615.514.6-23.8-23.723.2 23.2-23.0-17.1-16.3-16.0-15.6(19')(19')(17')(16')(18')(19')(20')(17')(18')(17')(19')(18')SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember12001745233006000.70.71.51.02.82.61.71.817 TABLE 4TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERSIN THE RMPF SILTATION BASIN (AUGUST-SEPTEMBER, 1983)SamplingDatesTime(CST)9991015151516AugustAugustAugustAugust11001640223004501100170522500545Temperature(00)31.530.029.629.4Salinity(PPT)2.82.73.22.4DissolvedOxygen (PPM)7.47.87.26.37.98.18.07.87.98.08.17.8pHSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember29.430.330.129.41.21.01.61.47.59.28.17.818 TABLE 5TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY,DISSOLVED OXYGEN AND pH AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS(JULY -SEPTEMBER, 1983)Sampling Dates Time (CST)Temperature (*C)Surface BottomConductivity(millimhos/cm)Surface BottomSalinity (ppt)Surface BottomDissolved Oxygen (ppm)Surface Bottom(01313142121222728289910151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberSeptember13292100051113152110050514002230062613002100050014142205061527.5.27.226.629.629.429.532.931.931.630.729.729.430.130.229.327.527.426.829.429.829.832.132.532.030.330.229.629.430.229.84.65.03.50.40.40.40.60.60.65.06.24.41.62.42.36.05.93.90.40.40.40.60.60.713.812.25.84.06.05.22.52.71.70.20.20.20.30.30.32.73.42.30.81.21.13.33.32.10.20.20.20.30.30.48M07.03.22.33.32.86.56.16.16.26.66.68.911.09.28.07.57.08.18.47.65.26.86.15.46.16.28.710.88.96.37.15.86.77.06.3pHSur-face7.47.57.47.97.98.07.88.68.17.98.07.98.28.28.0BottomDepth433478879965779 TABLE 6AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLECOLLECTION, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983DATERIVER FLOW131415212227289101516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptember49210233149213916767138256372076913736*Derived by taking arithmetic mean of 3 daily flowvalues recorded at the beginning of each shift20 TABLE 7RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF)DAILY PUMPAGE, IN CUBIC METERS, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983DATE12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031JULY85,617.2400000000088,676.3284,988.15100,591.93319,846.55396,607.26691,376.751,027,505.501,027,505.50975,229.771,027,505.501,027,505.501,070,332.621,174,304.34897,309.58477,130.14365,412.04271,110.97475,674.61434,512.71191,056.8221,401.2312,231,201.03AUGUST94,388.0885,617.2464,030.99293,005.59200,283.40278,758.67160,540.03146,120.41311,409.41873,071.301,674,340.571,761,499.681,761,499.681,761,499.681,761,499.681,466,409.47530,590.030316,528.44580,509.77357,764.3479,018.0100000000014,558,384.47SEPTEMBER000000036,696.63176,871.57327,185.88464,314.07667,841.57733,969.51733,969.51733,969.51554,569.27354,705.26305,784.65131,552.789,744.65000000000005,231,174.86Totals21 TABLE 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-MPLANKTON NET, JULY -SEPTEMBER 198314-15 JULYMid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique27-28 JULYMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9- 1 0 AUGUST 15- 16 S E P T EMB E RMid- Mid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueOIIDARIAJellyfish medussaexxX X XX XAEELIDA (01igochaeta)Dero furcataANNELIDA (Polychaota)Nereid reproductive formxxHOLLUSCAP) Pelecypoda juvenilex x x x xXCHAIETOWATHMSagitta sp.xxxX X XCLADOCERALeydigia acanthacercoldesNoina brachiataMoinodaphnia macleayiiSimocephalus exspfnosusS. serrulatusS. vetulusOSTRACDAUnidentifled OstracodaCPEPODACopepoda naupliiAcartia 1 iljeborgeiA. tonsaxX xxxx xxx'Cx'C'C'C'C'C ''C 'C ' | TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGELIST OF TABLES ............... ............................ .i..INTRODUCTION ............... ............................. .I.METHODS ...................... ............................... 2SAMPLING SCHEDULE AND STATIONS .......... .................. 2FIELD AND LABORATORY PROGRAMS ....... .................. 2Impingement ............. ......................... 2Entrainment ............ ......................... 3Colorado River ............ ..................... 4Siltation Basin ............. .............. .... 7RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ............... ........................ 8HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY ....... ....................... 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON ........ ............... 9MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH ........... ................... .13 LIST OF TABLESTABLE1 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, pH AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)PAGE...152 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)163 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT) AT MID-CHANNELOF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983) ..... ..........4 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS IN THERMPF SILTATION BASIN (AUGUST-SEPTEMBER, 1983) .........5 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY,DISSOLVED OXYGEN AND pH AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS(JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983) ........... .....................6 AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLE COLLECTION,JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ...... ..... .......................7 RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF) DAILY PUMPAGE, INCUBIC METERS, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..... ................8 MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY O.5-M PLANKTON NET, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..........9 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ....10 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ....11 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ....12 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 198313 LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLES FROMTHE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..............................14 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ....15 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ..* ...17* ...18* ...19* ...20...21* ...22.... 25....27* .29....32....33S. .. 34i LIST OF TABLESTABLE16 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ....17 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 198318 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON9-10 AUGUST 1983 ... ......................19 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ......................20 MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, JULY-SEPTEMBER 198321 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ........ ... ....................PAGE... .35....36S.. ..38... .394122 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ........... ........................ ..4223 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ............ ....................... ..4424 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ..................... ..4525 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ........... ........................ ..4626 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ............ ........................ ..4727 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ............ ....................... ..4828 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ..................... ..49ii LIST OF TABLESTABLE PAGE29 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 13-14 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5030 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 21-22 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5031 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 27-28 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5132 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ........... ..................... 5133 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........ ................... .52iii INTRODUCTIONSection 6.1.3.2 and Appendix E of the Final Environmental Statementrequires Phase Two of the aquatic ecology studies to begin within one week ofthe start of reservoir fill pumping. The objective of Phase Two studies is todetermine the number and type of aquatic organisms which are (a) impinged onthe revolving screens and (b) entrained by the reservoir fill pumps during thefilling of the main cooling reservoir. Phase One studies, conducted in1975-76, resulted in predictions of impingement and entrainment losses andPhase Two is designed to confirm the accuracy of those predictions. Samplingmethods remain the same as in Phase One. Phase One samples were collected atfour locations in the Colorado River, designated as Stations 1,2,3 and 5.Phase Two samples are to be collected only at Station 2, i.e., in the ColoradoRiver adjacent to the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility (RMPF) and in theSiltation Basin, the body of water located between the RMPF revolving screenstructure and the pump structure.On 11 July 1983, cooling reservoir filling operations began at the SouthTexas Project in Matagorda County, Texas. This report presents data collectedduring July, August and September 1983. After the third week of September, nofurther reservoir filling occurred in 1983 or through the first six months of1984. The data presented in the following report therefore constitute theinformation collected during the period July, 1983, through June, 1984.1 METHODSSAMPLING SCHEDULE AND STATIONSThe aquatic ecology study is divided into two distinct types of studies,impingement and entrainment, requiring different gear types and methodologies.The impingement study is conducted on the revolving screen structure, whichextends 423.5 ft along the west bank of the Colorado River at River Mile 14.6.The entrainment study is conducted at two locations: 1) in the Colorado Riveradjacent to and slightly downstream of the screen structure, and 2) in thesiltation basin between the pump structure and the submerged weir.FIELD AND LABORATORY PROGRAMSImpingementImpingement samples are collected within one week of the start of eachpumping period and weekly thereafter as long as pumping continues. Each week,three samples are collected over a 24-hr period. Prior to the start of eachrevolving screen sample, 2 of the 24 screens are selected at random and runfor 15 min to clean them of accumulated debris. The two screens are thensampled for a 30-min period by placing a tight-fitting dip net with 1/4-inmesh at the lower end of the screenwash trough and filtering all the organismswashed off the screens. While the sample is being collected, hydrology andwater quality parameters are recorded from the siltation basin behind thescreen structure. Surface and bottom readings of water temperature (°C),conductivity (millimhos/cm) and dissolved oxygen (ppm) and a surface readingof pH are recorded as are the number and size of RMPF pumps operating at the2 time of sample collection. The Colorado River flow (cfs) is also noted on thefield data sheets.After the two screens have been sampled for 30 min, the collecting net ischecked for fish, shrimp and crabs. Those found are placed in a plasticsample jar, preserved with 10% buffered formalin and taken to the laboratoryfor identification and enumeration. In the laboratory, each sample is rinsed,sorted by species and the total weight by species and individual lengths(standard length for fish, total for shrimp) or widths (carapace width forcrabs) are recorded. If over 50 individuals of the same species occur in asample, a subsample of 50 is measured. The remainder are counted and theweight of the total is recorded.EntrainmentEntrainment sampling commences within one week of the start of eachcooling reservoir filling period and is conducted at least every other week aslong as pumping continues. A set of samples is collected every 6 hrs over a24-hr period. During the months of March-May and August-December, sampling isdone weekly when the salinity at the -8.5 ft level in the Colorado Riverexceeds 3 ppt. Salinity probes have been mounted on a piling in the rivernear the RMPF at that depth and are connected to a continuous chart recorderto provide a record of salinity fluctuations. The recorder is checked dailyand, if the 3 ppt level is exceeded, the appropriate personnel are notified toinitiate sampling. During the initial months of pumping in 1983,instrumentation and procedural problems resulted in the total loss of3 continuous salinity data. However, salinity data was collected in conjuctionwith biological sampling and is discussed later in this report.Colorado RiverPrior to the start of collection of each set of biological samples,surface and bottom readings of conductivity (which was later converted tosalinity), water temperature and dissolved oxygen were taken at mid-channel ofthe Colorado River near the northern end of the RMPF screen structure.Additional conductivity readings were made at 5-ft intervals between thesurface and bottom. The primary instrument used to measure these parameterswas a Hydrolab Model 8002 with 8100 series probe assembly. A Yellow SpringsInstrument Co. Model 51A temperature and dissolved oxygen meter and anAmerican Optical Co. hand-held refractometer were used as a backup to theprimary system. Surface pH was measured with a portable Altex Model 531153 pHmeter and water transparency was determined using a 200-mm diameter Secchidisc.A 0.5-m diameter, 3:1 (length:mouth diameter) plankton net with 0.5-mmsquare mesh was used to collect plankton samples at mid-channel of theColorado River. Samples were collected at the surface, mid-depth (10 ft) andnear the bottom. The plankton net was attached to a sled to keep the netabout 4 inches above the bottom during towing for the bottom sample. AGeneral Oceanics Model 2030 digital flowmeter mounted in the center of the netmouth was used to calculate the volume of water filtered during each tow. Theflowmeter reading was recorded prior to and at the conclusion of each plankton4 tow. Each mid-channel sample was collected by lowering the net to theappropriate depth with the boat in a stationary position. All tows were madein the direction of river flow, i.e. north to south. Each tow startedapproximately 50 yds upstream of the RMPF and continued to a pointapproximately 50 yds downstream of the RMPF. Bottom tows were made at aslower forward speed than either the mid-depth or surface tows to insure thatthe net sled remained on the bottom. A wire-angle indicator and graduatedtowline were used to verify the depth from which the mid-depth sample wascollected. This was maintained at about 10 ft as the depth of the channel isapproximately 20 ft. The surface sample was taken by towing the net with theupper edge of the net mouth a few inches below the water's surface. At theend of each tow, the boat was held stationary in the river while the net wasquickly brought to the surface. This was done in an effort to minimizecontamination of the sample due to the net being towed upward through thewater column above the level being sampled. At the end of each tow the netwas rinsed from the outside to wash the sample contents into the cod endbucket. The sample was then placed in a plastic jar, labeled and preservedwith 5% formalin. Rose Bengal was added to each sample several days beforesample workup to facilitate visual separation of the organisms from trash anddetritus.A 0.5-m diameter, 3:1 (length:mouth diameter) plankton net with 0.5-mmsquare mesh equipped with a General Oceanics model 2030 digital flowmeter anda cable depressor was used to collect oblique-tow plankton samples near thewest shoreline of the Colorado River. Before each sample was collected, theflowmeter reading was recorded. After lowering the net to the bottom at the5 north end of the RMPF screen structure, the net was towed downstream while thetowline and attached plankton net was slowly reeled in. When the net reachedthe surface, the boat was stopped, the net raised and the flowmeter readingrecorded. After rinsing the net down from the outside, the sample was placedin a plastic jar, labeled and preserved with 5% buffered formalin. RoseBengal was added to each sample as described above.A 20-ft (headrope length) otter trawl, with 1 1/4-in stretched mesh in theupper end and 3/8-in stretched mesh in the cod end, was towed on the bottomparallel to shore at mid-channel of the Colorado River to determine thespecies composition and abundance of the nekton (fish and macroinvertebrates).Tows were of 5 min duration and were made in the direction of water flow.Each trawl tow began approximately 50 yds upstream of the RMPF. Each samplewas emptied into a large tub and inspected for larger specimens of fish andinvertebrates. These were identitied, weighed, measured and returned to theriver. The remainder of the sample was preserved in 10% formalin and taken tothe laboratory for analysis.Shallow shoreline populations of fish and invertebrates in the vicinity ofthe RMPF were sampled by use of a two-man bag seine. A 20-ft long x 6-ft highx 6-ft deep seine, with 1/2-in stretched mesh in the body and 1/4-in acewebbing in the bag, was pulled for a distance of approximately 75 ft along thewest shore line downstream of the RMPF. The seine collections were made bypulling the seine in the upstream direction (south to north) as the currenthelps in holding the bag of the seine open. Specimens taken by seining werehandled as described above for trawl samples.6 Siltation BasinThe method originally chosen to sample organisms from the siltation basinwas to pump water to the top of the RMPF pump structure deck where it would befiltered through an ichthyoplankton net. During the first two collectingtrips, on 14-15 July and 27-28 July 1983, repeated attempts were made tocollect samples by this method. However, the pump could not overcome the headinvolved. Therefore, no siltation basin samples were collected on thosedates. On the third trip, surface plankton samples were collected byhand-towing a 0.5-m (mouth diameter) ichthyoplankton net, having 0.5-mm squaremesh, parallel to the front wall of the pump structure. Hand-towing the net ata deeper level in the water was not attempted because of the danger of the netbeing pulled into the mouth of one of the operating pumps. Towing the net byboat in the siltation basin was not possible because of the small size of thebasin and the presence of several submerged obstructions.7 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONHYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITYWater temperature, pH, turbidity (Secchi disc) and dissolved oxygen at theColorado River station are given in Table 1. Tables 2 & 3 show theconductivity measurements and the derived salinity values. Water temperature,salinity, dissolved oxygen and pH in the RMPF siltation basin are given inTable 4. Water temperature, conductivity, salinity, dissolved oxygen and pHat the RMPF revolving screens are given in Table 5.On 14-15 July a wedge of salt water was present in the Colorado Riverextending up to about 10 to 15 ft below the surface. The wedge was 2.3 to3.0 C warmer than the overlying fresh water and was low in dissolved oxygen(maximum of 0.9 ppm).On 27-28 July no salt wedge was present (0.9 ppt at bottom) and freshoxygenated water extended to the bottom. A salt wedge was re-established on9-10 August and 15-16 September extending up to 10 to 15 ft from the surfaceand even up to 5 ft on 9 August. The bottom oxygen was again very low onthese two days (0.1 to 0.5 ppm).In the RMPF siltation basin the water quality of the surface water wassimilar to that of the surface water in the river on the same dates.At the revolving screens the water quality was similar to that of theriver at comparable depths on the same dates.8 River flow during the sampling periods is shown in Table 6 and the dailyvolume of water pumped into the cooling reservoir during July -September,1983 is shown in Table 7.MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONSamples collected by 0.5-m plankton net in the Colorado River yielded 49taxa of invertebrates and 10 taxa of vertebrates, (Table 8). The dominantinvertebrate forms were cladocerans, or water fleas, which are all freshwaterorganisms; copepods, both freshwater and estuarine-marine in origin; andMalacostraca, consisting of estuarine mysid shrimp, freshwater and estuarineamphipods, estuarine-marine penaeids (commercial shrimp), freshwater andestuarine carideans (grass and river shrimp) and various species of crabs.The fish were represented by as many as 10 taxa, but they were rarely a majorcomponent of any single sample. On some occasions, however, the bay anchovydid occur in large numbers.Tables 9-12 show the temporal and spatial variations in density ofinvertebrates collected from the Colorado River on each of the four samplingtrips. The largest total numbers of organisms were collected in mid-depth,bottom and oblique tows and also innight collections. Higher densitiesappear to be closely related to the presence of a salt wedge at the -10 ftlevel and deeper, as occurred on 9-10 August and 15-16 September (See Table3). A salt wedge also occurred on 14-15 July, but no bottom samples werecollected on that trip because the bottom plankton net was lost during thefirst tow of the day.9 The most ubiquitous species, as well as the most abundant, was the zoealarval stage of the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii. The secondmost abundant forms were the zoeal and postlarval stages of the ghost shrimp,Callianassa spp. The postlarval stage of the brown shrimp, Penaeus aztecus,and the'white shrimp, P. setiferus, and the megalops and juvenile stages ofthe blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, were collected only sporadically and neverin very high densities. It is possible that some of the crab megalopsrepresented the non-commercial pygmy blue crab, C. similis, which isimpossible to differentiate from C. sapidus at this stage of development.A list of the common and scientific names of the egg, larval and juvenilestages of the fish taxa collected from both the Colorado River and thesiltation basin is found in Table 13.Tables 14-17 show the changes in abundance which were observed, bothtemporally and spatially, in the Colorado River ichthyoplankton during thestudy period. The most notable trends seen in this limited amount of dataare: (a) the relatively small numbers of ichthyoplankters from the surfaceand oblique tows compared to the large numbers from the mid-depth and bottomtows and (b) the greater numbers of larval and juvenile fish in samples col-lected at night, regardless of depth. The bay anchovy was the most abundantspecies, due primarily to its peak in abundance on 27-28 July. One possibleexplanation for the anchovy's apparent high level of abundance is due to thelow salinity observed from surface to bottom on those dates (see Table 3).The bay anchovy is an estuarine species preferring salinities in excess of 10ppt, and the fact they were caught in such large numbers during a period of10 high freshwater flow and salinities less than 1 ppt indicates they were understress. This made them more susceptible to capture by a plankton net thanthey would be under normal conditions, when they are probably just asabundant, especially in the salt wedge (mid-depth to the bottom). The onlyother taxa collected regularly were two species of gobies and one categorycalled Gobiidae larvae. The darter goby, Gobionellus boleosoma, and the nakedgoby, Gobiosoma bosci, are both estuarine, mid-depth to bottom dwellingspecies which are common over mud substrates in all Texas estuaries. Thelarvae of the two genera are indistinguishable below about 5 mm, thusresulting in the unidentified Gobiidae larvae category.Because ichthyoplankton were taken in such small numbers in the samplescollected in the siltation basin, they are included with the invertebrates onthe tables showing temporal changes in abundance of organisms at this location(Tables 18 and 19). Penaeus setiferus (white shrimp) postlarvae peaked inabundance during the night on both collecting dates, but were otherwise foundonly in low densities. Macrobrachium ohione, one of the river shrimps, andRhithropanopeus harrisii, a xanthid mud crab, were the most abundant speciesin the basin. M. ohione were much more abundant in the basin than they werein the Colorado River on the same dates (see Tables 11 and 12). This iseasily explained by the fact that river shrimp zoeae and juveniles, the lifestages collected in these samples, prefer shoreline areas with protectivevegetation cover to open river channel habitat. The front wall of the RMPFpump structure, along which the plankton net was towed, afforded a semblanceof shoreline habitat by accumulating floating pieces of wood, dead grasses andother types of vegetative material. Further evidence for the shoreline nature11 of the siltation basin sampling location is the occurrence of Gambusiaaffinis, a shallow shoreline species of fish known as the mosquitofish, onboth the 9-10 August and 15-16 September collecting dates. The megalops andjuvenile life stages of the blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, were the onlyother taxa occurring in fairly high densities, and this was only on 9-10August when they also peaked in abundance in river samples. Notable by itsabsence from the siltation basin were Callianassa spp. zoeae, which were veryabundant in the river. They are, however, primarily a mid-depth and bottomdwelling group and the sampling technique used was not adequate for detectingtheir presence.12 MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHTrawl and seine samples yielded eight macroinvertebrate species, fiveshrimp, two crabs and a crayfish (Table 20 and Tables 21-28). The grassshrimp, Palaemonetes paludosus, the river shrimp, Macrobrachium ohione, andthe crayfish, Procambarus blandingi acutus, are freshwater animals whereas thethree penaeid shrimp and the two crabs are estuarine and marine. The bluecrab, Callinectes sapidus, however, is tolerant ot fresh water and is known tomigrate far upstream in rivers.The river shrimp was the most common invertebrate (818) closely followedby the white shrimp, Peneaus setiferus (760). The majority of the rivershrimp were caught in trawls on 27-28 July while the majority of the whiteshrimp were caught in seines on 15-16 September.Twenty-nine species of fish were collected in trawl and seine samples. Ofthese, four species are freshwater and 25 are estuarine or marine. Thegreatest number of species of fish (16) as well as the greatest number ofindividuals (3697) were recorded from the trawls taken on 27-28 July.However, because the majority (97.7%) of the fish caught that day were bayanchovies, Anchoa mitchilli, the diversity for that day is low. Except forthe large number of anchovies on this one day, the catches in the trawls andseines were similar in number of species and total number of individualstaken.13 Impingement samples yielded 6 macroinvertebrate taxa, 2 of which werefound only in the impingement samples (Tables 29-33). Palaemonid shrimpdominated the species list (4 of 6 taxa), but the majority of individuals wereblue crabs. With few exceptions the individuals were small, less than 30 mmin length (or width in the case of crabs).Three species of fish were collected in the impingement samples, eachrepresented by one individual. The green sunfish, Lepomis cyanellus, was theonly freshwater fish and the only fish species caught by impingement that wasnot caught by trawl or seine.14 TABLE 1TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, pH AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)01Sampling Dates14 July14 July14 July15 July27 July27 July28 July28 JulyTime (CST)110017202300084513001920012007201155180023300600Temperature (°C)Surface Bottom9991027.226.626.626.132.532.831.831.630.929.929.829.429.630.529.829.229.529.629.329.031.331.531.531.429.829.829.929.929.429.329.229.1pHSurface7.47.48.07.78.48.48.48.48.08.07.97.9Secchi diskTurbidity(inches)16.513.012.511.014.017.018.519.025.524.525.526.06.16.56.47.210.510.99.69.47.67.97.16.18.110.29.67.30.60.40.40.95.97.25.76.40.10.10.10.10.10.50.50.5Dissolved 0 (ppm)Surface BottomBottomDepth (ft)212221211919171618192017AugustAugustAugustAugust15151516SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember12001745233006008.08.28.28.216.516.520.019.518171918 TABLE 2TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)DEPTH(ft.)SamplingDates14141415272728289991015151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberTime(CST)1100172023000845130019200120072011551800233006001200174523300600S2.62.41.90.80.50.50.60.64.94.64.94.11.41.52.92.02.92.52.01.00.60.50.60.68.111.715.66.35.24.83.33.55 10 15 20B (Depth)9.86.25.71.20.60.60.60.632.332.033.225.517.516.07.611.523.220.016.512.028.722.024.920.328.626.025.522.51.00.60.61.51.40.91.91.7(21')(22')(21')(21')(19')(19')(17')(16')(18')(19')(20')(17')(18')(17')(19')(18')36.936.936.435.826.025.625.424.136.837.737.536.836.527.926.626.225.516 TABLE 3TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)DEPTH ( ft. )SamplingDates14141415272728289991015151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustAugustTime(CST)110017202300084513001920012007201155180023300600S1.41.31.00.40.30.30.30.32.62.52.62.151.51.31.00.50.30.30.30.34.56.79.13.4105.53.43.10.60.30.30.30.320.119.920.715.510.39.44.16.51514.112.09.76.82017.713.315.112.1B (Depth)17.6 (21')15.9 (22')15.5 (21')13.6 (21')0.50.30.30.70.70.40.90.823.323.323.022.615.915.615.514.6-23.8-23.723.2 23.2-23.0-17.1-16.3-16.0-15.6(19')(19')(17')(16')(18')(19')(20')(17')(18')(17')(19')(18')SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember12001745233006000.70.71.51.02.82.61.71.817 TABLE 4TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERSIN THE RMPF SILTATION BASIN (AUGUST-SEPTEMBER, 1983)SamplingDatesTime(CST)9991015151516AugustAugustAugustAugust11001640223004501100170522500545Temperature(00)31.530.029.629.4Salinity(PPT)2.82.73.22.4DissolvedOxygen (PPM)7.47.87.26.37.98.18.07.87.98.08.17.8pHSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember29.430.330.129.41.21.01.61.47.59.28.17.818 TABLE 5TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY,DISSOLVED OXYGEN AND pH AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS(JULY -SEPTEMBER, 1983)Sampling Dates Time (CST)Temperature (*C)Surface BottomConductivity(millimhos/cm)Surface BottomSalinity (ppt)Surface BottomDissolved Oxygen (ppm)Surface Bottom(01313142121222728289910151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberSeptember13292100051113152110050514002230062613002100050014142205061527.5.27.226.629.629.429.532.931.931.630.729.729.430.130.229.327.527.426.829.429.829.832.132.532.030.330.229.629.430.229.84.65.03.50.40.40.40.60.60.65.06.24.41.62.42.36.05.93.90.40.40.40.60.60.713.812.25.84.06.05.22.52.71.70.20.20.20.30.30.32.73.42.30.81.21.13.33.32.10.20.20.20.30.30.48M07.03.22.33.32.86.56.16.16.26.66.68.911.09.28.07.57.08.18.47.65.26.86.15.46.16.28.710.88.96.37.15.86.77.06.3pHSur-face7.47.57.47.97.98.07.88.68.17.98.07.98.28.28.0BottomDepth433478879965779 TABLE 6AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLECOLLECTION, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983DATERIVER FLOW131415212227289101516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptember49210233149213916767138256372076913736*Derived by taking arithmetic mean of 3 daily flowvalues recorded at the beginning of each shift20 TABLE 7RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF)DAILY PUMPAGE, IN CUBIC METERS, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983DATE12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031JULY85,617.2400000000088,676.3284,988.15100,591.93319,846.55396,607.26691,376.751,027,505.501,027,505.50975,229.771,027,505.501,027,505.501,070,332.621,174,304.34897,309.58477,130.14365,412.04271,110.97475,674.61434,512.71191,056.8221,401.2312,231,201.03AUGUST94,388.0885,617.2464,030.99293,005.59200,283.40278,758.67160,540.03146,120.41311,409.41873,071.301,674,340.571,761,499.681,761,499.681,761,499.681,761,499.681,466,409.47530,590.030316,528.44580,509.77357,764.3479,018.0100000000014,558,384.47SEPTEMBER000000036,696.63176,871.57327,185.88464,314.07667,841.57733,969.51733,969.51733,969.51554,569.27354,705.26305,784.65131,552.789,744.65000000000005,231,174.86Totals21 TABLE 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-MPLANKTON NET, JULY -SEPTEMBER 198314-15 JULYMid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique27-28 JULYMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9- 1 0 AUGUST 15- 16 S E P T EMB E RMid- Mid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueOIIDARIAJellyfish medussaexxX X XX XAEELIDA (01igochaeta)Dero furcataANNELIDA (Polychaota)Nereid reproductive formxxHOLLUSCAP) Pelecypoda juvenilex x x x xXCHAIETOWATHMSagitta sp.xxxX X XCLADOCERALeydigia acanthacercoldesNoina brachiataMoinodaphnia macleayiiSimocephalus exspfnosusS. serrulatusS. vetulusOSTRACDAUnidentifled OstracodaCPEPODACopepoda naupliiAcartia 1 iljeborgeiA. tonsaxX xxxx xxx'Cx'C'C'C'C'C ''C 'C ' | ||
TABLE 8 (Cont'd)14-15 JULY 27-28 JULYMid- Mid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9-10 AUGUSTMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique15-16 SEPTEMBERMid-Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueCOPEPOA (Cont'd)Diaptomus app.Cylopolda copepodidaCyclops vernalisHalicyclops spp.Hemicyclops spp.Macrocyclops albidusM. aterM. fuscusMesocYclops edexOithona spp.Harpactacoida copepodidaUnidentified CaligoldaxXX XXXXXX XXX XX XXXBIANOHURAArgulus app. Xx xX X XX X X XCIRRIPEDIABarnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisHALACOSTRACAMysidopsis app. juvenilesM. almyraCorophium louisfanumHyaletia aztecaPenaeus aztecus postlarvaeP. setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeP. pugioXxX X X X X XXXXxXXXXXXXXxXXXXXXxX'C'C'C X 'XXXxxXXX'C ''C'C ' | TABLE 8 (Cont'd)14-15 JULY 27-28 JULYMid- Mid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9-10 AUGUSTMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique15-16 SEPTEMBERMid-Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueCOPEPOA (Cont'd)Diaptomus app.Cylopolda copepodidaCyclops vernalisHalicyclops spp.Hemicyclops spp.Macrocyclops albidusM. aterM. fuscusMesocYclops edexOithona spp.Harpactacoida copepodidaUnidentified CaligoldaxXX XXXXXX XXX XX XXXBIANOHURAArgulus app. Xx xX X XX X X XCIRRIPEDIABarnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisHALACOSTRACAMysidopsis app. juvenilesM. almyraCorophium louisfanumHyaletia aztecaPenaeus aztecus postlarvaeP. setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeP. pugioXxX X X X X XXXXxXXXXXXXXxXXXXXXxX'C'C'C X 'XXXxxXXX'C ''C'C ' | ||
TABLE 8 (Cont'd)14-15 JULYMid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique27-28 JULYMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9 -10 AUGUST 15 -16 S E P T EMB ERMid- Mid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueNALACOSTRACA (Cont'd)Callianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicensePetrolflthes armatus zoeaeCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrilis zoeaeR. harrisil megalopaPinnixa spp. zoeaePISCES4U i iUnidentified fish eggsUnidentified fish larvaeAnchoa mitchilliSyngnathus sp. juvenileCaranx hipposGoblonellus boleosomaGoblonellus hastatusGoblosoma bosciGoblosoma robustumUnidentified GoblidaexXX XXX -XX XIC IICIC IXXXIC IC IC IC IC IIC Ix ICIC IC IC IC IC IIC XICXXXXICIC XICICXXXXICxIC X C IC C IC XICICICIC X xXICIC IIC IICICICxXIC IICICIC I*No bottom samples collected onthis date due to loss of neton submerged debris TABLE 9NLfBER (PER 100 M) OF MACROZX)pLANKrON COLLECTED IN THE COLOPMMO RIVER BY 0.5-4M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 CB45Jellyfish medussaeMID- DEPTH1100 1720 2300 (B4572.2 142.2 36.7 79.9BOTTOM*1100 1720 2300 0845OBL IQUE1100 1720 2300 OB4591.1 176.1 63.3 192.701Dero furcataNereid reproductive formSagitta sp.Leydigia acanthacercoidesMoina brachilataMoinodaphnia imcleacyiSinmoephalus exspinosusS. serrulatusS. vetulusOstracoda (unidentified)Acartia tonsaDiaplmUs spp.Macrocyclops albidksM. aterM. fuscusArgulus spp.2.39.8 4.210.19.83.02.02.02.12.16.96.12.1 20.7 6.242.23.019.5 4.211.410.12.12.121.12.0 2.319.6 10.1 TABLE 9 (Cont'd)Barnacle naupliiSURFACE MID- DEPTHTIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 0045 1100 1720 2300 004513.7 50.9BOTTOM* OBLIQUE1100 1720 2300 0845 1100 1720 2300 0B459.8M&ysidopsis spp. juvenilesCoromphium louisianunHyalella aztecaPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeecrdbrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohioneCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa slpo. postlarvaeCallinectes sapids juvenilesRhithrrpanopeus harrisil zoeae2.12.113.8 2.12.1 6.22.1 2.3 12.321.121.121.121.13.03.9 2.1101.9 200.0 73.739.0 2.119.6 42.2 10.164.44.63.0177.5 72.2 259.5 18.448.9 105.5 30.4* No sanples taken at the bottom on this datedue to loss of net on stmerged debris TABLE 10NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1300 1920 0120 0720TAXAMoina brachiataOstracoda (unidentified)Copepoda naupliiAcartia tonsaDiaptomus spp.Cyclopoida copepodidaCycloos vernalisMesocyclops edaxHarpactacoida copepodidaArgulus spp.Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyraCorophium louisianumMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeP. pugloMID- DEPTH1300 1920 0120 07202.2 3.2BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 0720OBL IQUE1300 1920 0120 072010.32.82.02.010.116.842.723.52.2 2.010.13.0 2.22.83.02.2 2.0 6.442.771.110.38.19.9 10.05.5 2.2 2.0 9.620.44.0 3.29.0 6.1 3.22.22.2 10.1 3.222.8 14.211.711.711.726.9 2.213.4 10.1140.9 102.64.42.82.0 12.8 16.8 22.850.320.9 TABLE 10 (Cont'd)TAXA TIMECallianassa spp. zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeR. harrisli megalopa(CST): 1300S U R F192047.9ACE01204.40720MID- D1300 1920463.6EPTH0120 072066.5 25.5BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 072050.3 1252.9 554.8 23.40 B L I Q U E1300 1920 0120 0720164.3 71.86.612.128.519.919.7 140.857.9 179.2 98.8 194.7184.6 205.0 455.2 233.993.9 61.5 171.52.2 2.033.628.5 TABLE 11NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON9-10 AUGUST 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1155 1800 2330 0600TAXAJellyfish medussaePelecypoda juvenilesSagitta spp.Ostracoda (unidentified)Acartia tonsaArgulus spp.Barnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisMID-DEPTH1155 1800 2330 06002.5 2.6BOTTOM1155 1800 2330 060010.2 13.8 3.1 3.213.8 3.1 9.5115521.3OBL I QUE1800 2330060011.811.92.844.42.62.52.93.07.72.623.010.25.919.8 11.5 5.923.0 17.82.7 249.320.73.2Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyraPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohioneCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicenseCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeae2.817.93.064.2 2.654.3 2.612.810.22.885.6 16.313.8 2.7175.2 120.2 30.612.4 262.534.5 53.317.93.02.97.419.714.82458.13.16.29.3 183.4 2680.9 119.123.011.5942.5 3493.214.2 21.0 92.4 847.8 1960.2 1153.64831.2 71.5 130.9 TABLE 12NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1200 1745 2330 0600MID -DEPTHBOTTOMOBL I QUETAXAJellyfish medussaeNereid reproductive formPelecypoda juvenilesSagitta spp.Simocephalus exspinosusAcartia lilljeborgeiA. tonsa"a3C Halicyclops spp.Hemicyclops spp.Oithona spp.Harpactacoida copepodidaCaligoida (unidentified)1200 174515.28.8 15.28.8 15.22330 0600 1200 174512.1 32.823305.506003.91.91.913.21200 174523.98.9 47.995.72330 06004.72.31.5 8.2 16.5 3.918.1 13.7 11.0 7.85.313.72.61.917.7 12.7 7.51.512.13.9 8.915.916.5 8.22.515.52.9 10.94.715.95.35.35.3Argulus spp.Barnacle naupliiBarnacle cypris10.93.8 7.022.8 3.8 2.31.55.5 5.58.9Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyra2.515.18.2 22.0 3.9 TABLEMID -012 (Cont'd)EPTHTAXA TIME (CCorophium louisianumPenaeus aztecus postlarvaeP. setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. zoeaeo Callianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicensePetrolisthes armatus zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeR. harrisii megalopaPinnixa spp. zoeaeSURFACE;ST): 1200 1745 2330 0600B OTTOMOBLIQUE1200 1745 23301.90600 12001745 2330 0600 12003.91745 2330 06001.98.25.435.78.2 11.05.62.222.12.211.33.899.0 26.32.5 5.65.56.02.3 61.93.05.584.67.838.5 46.65.5 7.88.9.10.65.315.95.3167.5 10.623.9 10.66.6 2.51.97.52.3 7.6 5.520.1 20.3 32.6 358.0 10311.5 9091.42.7 7.710953.6 2994.7 3077.51623.9 291.2 889.3 4701.7 17248.8 2343.3 604.47.515.92.7 TABLE 13LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLESFROM THE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),JULY -SEPTEMBER, 1983COMMON NAMEBay anchovyMosquitofishPipefish (juvenile)Crevalle jackGobies (larvae)Darter gobySharptail gobyNaked gobyCode gobyUnidentified fish eggsUnidentified larvaeSCIENTIFIC NAMEAnchoa mitchilliGambusia affinisSyngnathus sp..Caranx hipposFam. GobiidaeGobionellus boleosomaG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciG. robustumLOCATION OF COLLECTIONC.R., S.B.S.B.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.32 TABLE 14NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliCaranx hipposGobiidae (unidentified)Gobiosoma bosciFish eggsUnidentified larvaeSURFACETIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 0845MID- DEPTH1100 1720 2300 0845B 0 T T 0 M*1100 1720 2300 0845OBLIQUE1100 1720 2300 084521.121.13.9 2.12.18.25.72.93.010.19.2 4.1*No bottom samples collected on this datedue to loss of net on submerged debris TABLE 15NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliSyngnathus sp.Gobionellus boleosomaGobiosoma bosciG. robustumUnidentified larvaeSURFACETIME (CST): 1300 1920 0120 0720167.5 238.8MID- DEPTH1300 1920 0120 07205.5 201.6 373.0BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 07203.0 597.4 269.0OBLIQUE1300 1920 0120 0720188.0 492.33.023.54.5 4.010.32.02.8 TABLE 16NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliGobionellus boleosomaG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciSURFACETIME (CST): 1155 1800 2330 06006.0MID- DEPTH1155 1800 2330 06002.5BOTTOM1155 1800 2330 0600OBL I QUE1155 1800 2330 06009.97.44.93.115.5 TABLE 17NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983TAXA SURFACE M I D- D E PT H BOTTOM 0 B.L I QU ETIME (CST): 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600Anchoa mitchilli 7.5 2.7 5.3Syngnathus sp. 2.6Gobiidae (unidentified) 6.6 16.9 4.7 1.5 5.3Goblonellus boleosoma 33.9 33.0 42.5G. hastatus 8.2Gobiosoma bosci 2.5 5.6Unidentified larvae 5.3 TABLE 18NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983TAXA1100Neanthes succineaPelecypoda juvenilesArgulus spp.Penaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium ohioneRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesAnchoa mitchilliGambusia affinisTIME (CST1640 223010.310.312.412.40450)323.148.540.4149.112.420.530.851.3209.8116.693.223.346.616.251.323.337 TABLE 19NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983TAXATIME1705(CST)22501100*Polychaeta larvaePelecypoda juvenilesHalicyclops spp.Oithona spp.Penaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium ohionePalaemonetes paludosusRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesGambusia affinis054514.128.342.414.114.114.1466.815.5283.214.914.9685.5309.114.114.9*No organisms in sample38 TABLE 20MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, JULY -SEPTEMBER 1983TAXA TRAWL SEINE REVOLVING SCREENSPenaeus aztecus XPenaeus setiferus X X XTrachypeneus constrictus XPalaemonidae sp. XPalaemonetes kadiakensis XPalaemonetes paludosus X X XMacrobrachium ohione X X XCallinectes sapidus X X XRhithropanopeus harrisii XProcambarus blandingi acutus XLepisosteus oculatus X XBrevoortia patronus X XDorosoma cepedianum XAnchoa mitchilli X XIctalurus furcatus XArius felis XBagre marinus XGambusia affinis XPoecilia latipinna XMenidia beryllina X XLepomis cyanellus X39 TABLE 20 (cont'd)TAXATRAWLCaranx hipposEucinostomus argenteusEucinostomus lefroyiArchosargus probatocephalusLagodon rhomboidesBairdiella chrysouraCynoscion arenariusLeiostomus xanthurusMicropogonias undulatusMugil cephalusDormitator maculatusEvorthodus lyricusGobiosoma bosciGobionellus boleosomaGobionellus shufeldtiGobioides broussonettiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigmaAchirus lineatusSEINE REVOLVING SCREENSX xXxXxXxxXxXXXXXXXxxxXxXX40 TABLE 21TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL ON 14 -15 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1100 1720a 2300a 0845bTAXAAnchoa mitchilltArius felisCynoscion arenariusMicropogonias undulatusNo. Wt. L.4 2.2 33.226 1376.0 141.75 9.9 43.426 130.2 58.1No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.aNo trawls completed because of snagsbTrawl completed, no organisms caught TABLE 22TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY TRAWL ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST)TAXAPenaeus setiferusPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusRhlthropanopeus harrisiiLepisosteus oculatusBrevoortia patronusDorosoma cepedianumAnchoa mitchilliIctalurus furcatusArius fellsBagre marinusBairdiella chrysouraCynoscion arenariusMicropogonias undulatusGobiosoma bosciGobionellus boleosoma1300No. Wt. L.14 23.9 58.1IN THE COLORADO RIVER0720No. Wt. L.1920No. Wt. L.6 7.5 49.80120No. Wt. L.3 1.31 0.134.725133.30.152.413.8478 163.047 95.4539869.043.4-2011.8 9318.3107.7-196 168.212.1 26 60.812850.512.413.1505.067.029.0207.51 0.21 1105.6 530.0114.3 57.02.8 56.01 7.1 75.0245 77.98 1261.61561 196.62 81.421.19.610001115.347.320.9146.0806 192.6 26.42 142.2 157.51 5.2 68.01 141.7 195.01 113.4 155.02 16.5 76.01 10.5 84.05 13.8 46.89238.2175.356.6129.04224.3151.858.7129.02 0.4 20.52 0.9 30.02 143.3 125.03 0.7 23.04 1.2 25.70.2 24.0 TIME (CST)TAXAGobioides broussonettiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigmaAchirus lineatus1300No. Wt. L.7 5.0 34.4TABLE 22 (cont'd)1920 0120No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.0720No. Wt. L.1 0.1 25.01 0.1 13.02 183.1 165.01 0.3 21.01 1.9 51.01 0.1 13.06 5.4 38.52 236.0 903.91 0.1 18.0 TABLE 23TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1155a 1800 2300 0600TAXAIctalurus furcatusArius fellsBagre marinusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 93.4 178.01 165.4 214.01 14.2 96.0No. Wt. L.2 247.3 197.0No. Wt. L.1 65.51 7.9152.077.0aNo organisms caught TABLE 24TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY TRAWL ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983TIME (CST)1200No. Wt. L.1745No. wt. L.2330No. Wt. L.IN THE COLORADO RIVER0600No. wt. L.16 18.2 47.3TAXAPenaeus setiferusTrachypeneus constrictusAnchoa mitchilliictalurus furcatusArius fells.Bagre marinusLagodon rhomboidesCynosclon arenarlusLelostomus xanthurusMicropogonias undulatus1 5.3 95.0 50 34.4 43.91 0.1 23.01 35.9 125.02 35.7 82.53 266.6 170.31 22.4 108.01 0.1 13.01 10.8 73.01 0.1 19.01 260.0 248.02 45.4 109.55 52.1 79.01 18.6 90.02 184.6 143.51 111.7 192.04 318.7 157.0113169.5 80.079.8 103.05479.1 82.688.7 102.2 TABLE 25TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTHBY SEINE ON 14 -15 JULY 1983(mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERTIME (CST):1100No. Wt. L.1720No. Wt. L.2300No. Wt. L.TAXAPenaeus aztecusPenaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusProcambarus blandingi acutusLepisosteus oculatusC Brevoortia patronusAnchoa mitchilliPoecilla latipinnaMenidia beryl1inaCaranx hipposEucinostomus lefroyiCynoscion arenariusMugil cephalusDormitator maculatusGobionellus boleosomaGobionellus shufeldtiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigma1 4.30845No. Wt. L.8 8.0 47.01 0.7 18.07 5.3 44.12 0.8 16.519 11.7 38.6 24 17.5 39.14 3.82 119.2 69.5 1011.42.811.3221757.71.5475.033.52 992.2 423.52 1.6 35.0 12 27.72 0.344.224.5111.4 32.01.4 45.01 0.4 31.010 7.1 27.22 1.6 28.51360.20.679.018.032.039.519 15.2 30.31 0.2 18.01 0.7 30.02 0.8 27.52 1.0 30.02 1048.9 288.0343.222.237.355.0271.3206.51 2.3 44.05 1.8 25.81 1.4 42.014 8.1 30.930.578.11 0.3 27.0 TABLE 26TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mim) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY SEINE ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST)TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohloneCallinectes sapidusBrevoortla patronusAnchoa mitchilli4 Gambusia affinisPoecilia latipinnaArchosargus probatocephalusEvorthodus lyricusGobionellus boleosomaGoblonellus shufeldtiCitharlchthys sptlopterus1300No. Wt. L.1920No. Wt. L.0120a 0720aNo. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.1 0.3424427.931.638 23.4 12.63 2.2 38.013.57 4.2 28.964113.80.425.623.01 0.7 29.01210169.52.0115.034.02.8 24.91.7 44.03 1.0 24.322 12.4 31.813 5.8 27.7aNo collection due to silt clogging net TABLE 27TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY SEINE ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1155 1800a 2300a 06008TAXAPenaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCa1linectes sapidusAnchoa mitchilliCynoscion arenariusS Mugil cephalus00 ,Goblonellus bolesomaCitharichthys spilopterusNo. Wt. L.27 24.4 43.9No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 1.27 0.74 0.42 0.6116511.020.823.047.024.636.63.04.74.4aNo collection due to silt clogging net TABLE 28TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY SEINE ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983IN THE COLORADO RIVER0600No. Wt. L.TIME (CST)TAXA1200No. Wt. L.88 65.1 47.61745No. Wt. L.2330No. Wt. L.Penaeus setiferusPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusBrevoortia patronusko Menidia beryllinaCaranx hipposEucinostomus argenteusCynoscion arenariusLelostomus xanthurusMugil cephalusGobionellus boleosomaCitharlchthys spilopterus222 55.7 32.0 221 40.71 0.127.2 36 37.0 50.65 2.96 11.5 43.52 1.7 40.05 1.8 15.02 1.3 37.51 2.4 45.01 27.1 98.03 26.2 69.06 2.4 28.28 7.2 34.41 0.113.03 1.5 36.71 1.9 44.01 1.5 51.06 56.5 74.22 4.4 51.51 0.4 25.010 933.5 107.1 TABLE 29TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 13 -14 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1329 2100 0511TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusCaranx hipposNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 0.121 1.742 3.210 1.4 12.41 0.6 27.03 1.3 19.09.2TABLE 30TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 21 -22 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1315 2110 0505TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusMenidia beryllinaLepomis cyanellusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.2 0.42 0.6 -5 1.2130.1 -1.3 17.03.20.40.41 0.1 10.017.0110.6 37.01.2 32.0 TABLE 31TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST):1400No. Wt. L.2230No. Wt. L.0626No. Wt. L.TAXAPalaemonetes kadiakensisPalaemonetes paludosusPalaemonidae sp.Macrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1 0.32 0.42 0.6 -2 0.3240.6 -16.7 23.5130.1 -0.8 14.73 0.4 13.0TABLE 32TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1300 2100 0500TAXAPenaeus setiferusPalaemonetes kadiakensisPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.3 2.9 47.01 0.11 0.21 0.11110.1 -1.2 11.62 0.6 -4 35.6 55.729 18.6 12.5 TABLE 33TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983TIME (CST):TAXA1414No. Wt. L.1 0.1 25.02205No. Wt. L.2 0.4 28.00615No. Wt. L.10 3.8 35.7Penaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1 0.22 0.6 18.02 0.3 11.5 Page 1 of 1Nagle, JosephFrom: Hoppes, DavidSent: Thursday, August 18, 2011 8:26 AMTo: Dunn, RolandCc: Gore, Duane; LeValley, John; Nagle, | TABLE 8 (Cont'd)14-15 JULYMid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique27-28 JULYMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9 -10 AUGUST 15 -16 S E P T EMB ERMid- Mid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueNALACOSTRACA (Cont'd)Callianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicensePetrolflthes armatus zoeaeCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrilis zoeaeR. harrisil megalopaPinnixa spp. zoeaePISCES4U i iUnidentified fish eggsUnidentified fish larvaeAnchoa mitchilliSyngnathus sp. juvenileCaranx hipposGoblonellus boleosomaGoblonellus hastatusGoblosoma bosciGoblosoma robustumUnidentified GoblidaexXX XXX -XX XIC IICIC IXXXIC IC IC IC IC IIC Ix ICIC IC IC IC IC IIC XICXXXXICIC XICICXXXXICxIC X C IC C IC XICICICIC X xXICIC IIC IICICICxXIC IICICIC I*No bottom samples collected onthis date due to loss of neton submerged debris TABLE 9NLfBER (PER 100 M) OF MACROZX)pLANKrON COLLECTED IN THE COLOPMMO RIVER BY 0.5-4M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 CB45Jellyfish medussaeMID- DEPTH1100 1720 2300 (B4572.2 142.2 36.7 79.9BOTTOM*1100 1720 2300 0845OBL IQUE1100 1720 2300 OB4591.1 176.1 63.3 192.701Dero furcataNereid reproductive formSagitta sp.Leydigia acanthacercoidesMoina brachilataMoinodaphnia imcleacyiSinmoephalus exspinosusS. serrulatusS. vetulusOstracoda (unidentified)Acartia tonsaDiaplmUs spp.Macrocyclops albidksM. aterM. fuscusArgulus spp.2.39.8 4.210.19.83.02.02.02.12.16.96.12.1 20.7 6.242.23.019.5 4.211.410.12.12.121.12.0 2.319.6 10.1 TABLE 9 (Cont'd)Barnacle naupliiSURFACE MID- DEPTHTIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 0045 1100 1720 2300 004513.7 50.9BOTTOM* OBLIQUE1100 1720 2300 0845 1100 1720 2300 0B459.8M&ysidopsis spp. juvenilesCoromphium louisianunHyalella aztecaPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeecrdbrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohioneCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa slpo. postlarvaeCallinectes sapids juvenilesRhithrrpanopeus harrisil zoeae2.12.113.8 2.12.1 6.22.1 2.3 12.321.121.121.121.13.03.9 2.1101.9 200.0 73.739.0 2.119.6 42.2 10.164.44.63.0177.5 72.2 259.5 18.448.9 105.5 30.4* No sanples taken at the bottom on this datedue to loss of net on stmerged debris TABLE 10NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1300 1920 0120 0720TAXAMoina brachiataOstracoda (unidentified)Copepoda naupliiAcartia tonsaDiaptomus spp.Cyclopoida copepodidaCycloos vernalisMesocyclops edaxHarpactacoida copepodidaArgulus spp.Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyraCorophium louisianumMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeP. pugloMID- DEPTH1300 1920 0120 07202.2 3.2BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 0720OBL IQUE1300 1920 0120 072010.32.82.02.010.116.842.723.52.2 2.010.13.0 2.22.83.02.2 2.0 6.442.771.110.38.19.9 10.05.5 2.2 2.0 9.620.44.0 3.29.0 6.1 3.22.22.2 10.1 3.222.8 14.211.711.711.726.9 2.213.4 10.1140.9 102.64.42.82.0 12.8 16.8 22.850.320.9 TABLE 10 (Cont'd)TAXA TIMECallianassa spp. zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeR. harrisli megalopa(CST): 1300S U R F192047.9ACE01204.40720MID- D1300 1920463.6EPTH0120 072066.5 25.5BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 072050.3 1252.9 554.8 23.40 B L I Q U E1300 1920 0120 0720164.3 71.86.612.128.519.919.7 140.857.9 179.2 98.8 194.7184.6 205.0 455.2 233.993.9 61.5 171.52.2 2.033.628.5 TABLE 11NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON9-10 AUGUST 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1155 1800 2330 0600TAXAJellyfish medussaePelecypoda juvenilesSagitta spp.Ostracoda (unidentified)Acartia tonsaArgulus spp.Barnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisMID-DEPTH1155 1800 2330 06002.5 2.6BOTTOM1155 1800 2330 060010.2 13.8 3.1 3.213.8 3.1 9.5115521.3OBL I QUE1800 2330060011.811.92.844.42.62.52.93.07.72.623.010.25.919.8 11.5 5.923.0 17.82.7 249.320.73.2Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyraPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohioneCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicenseCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeae2.817.93.064.2 2.654.3 2.612.810.22.885.6 16.313.8 2.7175.2 120.2 30.612.4 262.534.5 53.317.93.02.97.419.714.82458.13.16.29.3 183.4 2680.9 119.123.011.5942.5 3493.214.2 21.0 92.4 847.8 1960.2 1153.64831.2 71.5 130.9 TABLE 12NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1200 1745 2330 0600MID -DEPTHBOTTOMOBL I QUETAXAJellyfish medussaeNereid reproductive formPelecypoda juvenilesSagitta spp.Simocephalus exspinosusAcartia lilljeborgeiA. tonsa"a3C Halicyclops spp.Hemicyclops spp.Oithona spp.Harpactacoida copepodidaCaligoida (unidentified)1200 174515.28.8 15.28.8 15.22330 0600 1200 174512.1 32.823305.506003.91.91.913.21200 174523.98.9 47.995.72330 06004.72.31.5 8.2 16.5 3.918.1 13.7 11.0 7.85.313.72.61.917.7 12.7 7.51.512.13.9 8.915.916.5 8.22.515.52.9 10.94.715.95.35.35.3Argulus spp.Barnacle naupliiBarnacle cypris10.93.8 7.022.8 3.8 2.31.55.5 5.58.9Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyra2.515.18.2 22.0 3.9 TABLEMID -012 (Cont'd)EPTHTAXA TIME (CCorophium louisianumPenaeus aztecus postlarvaeP. setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. zoeaeo Callianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicensePetrolisthes armatus zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeR. harrisii megalopaPinnixa spp. zoeaeSURFACE;ST): 1200 1745 2330 0600B OTTOMOBLIQUE1200 1745 23301.90600 12001745 2330 0600 12003.91745 2330 06001.98.25.435.78.2 11.05.62.222.12.211.33.899.0 26.32.5 5.65.56.02.3 61.93.05.584.67.838.5 46.65.5 7.88.9.10.65.315.95.3167.5 10.623.9 10.66.6 2.51.97.52.3 7.6 5.520.1 20.3 32.6 358.0 10311.5 9091.42.7 7.710953.6 2994.7 3077.51623.9 291.2 889.3 4701.7 17248.8 2343.3 604.47.515.92.7 TABLE 13LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLESFROM THE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),JULY -SEPTEMBER, 1983COMMON NAMEBay anchovyMosquitofishPipefish (juvenile)Crevalle jackGobies (larvae)Darter gobySharptail gobyNaked gobyCode gobyUnidentified fish eggsUnidentified larvaeSCIENTIFIC NAMEAnchoa mitchilliGambusia affinisSyngnathus sp..Caranx hipposFam. GobiidaeGobionellus boleosomaG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciG. robustumLOCATION OF COLLECTIONC.R., S.B.S.B.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.32 TABLE 14NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliCaranx hipposGobiidae (unidentified)Gobiosoma bosciFish eggsUnidentified larvaeSURFACETIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 0845MID- DEPTH1100 1720 2300 0845B 0 T T 0 M*1100 1720 2300 0845OBLIQUE1100 1720 2300 084521.121.13.9 2.12.18.25.72.93.010.19.2 4.1*No bottom samples collected on this datedue to loss of net on submerged debris TABLE 15NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliSyngnathus sp.Gobionellus boleosomaGobiosoma bosciG. robustumUnidentified larvaeSURFACETIME (CST): 1300 1920 0120 0720167.5 238.8MID- DEPTH1300 1920 0120 07205.5 201.6 373.0BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 07203.0 597.4 269.0OBLIQUE1300 1920 0120 0720188.0 492.33.023.54.5 4.010.32.02.8 TABLE 16NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliGobionellus boleosomaG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciSURFACETIME (CST): 1155 1800 2330 06006.0MID- DEPTH1155 1800 2330 06002.5BOTTOM1155 1800 2330 0600OBL I QUE1155 1800 2330 06009.97.44.93.115.5 TABLE 17NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983TAXA SURFACE M I D- D E PT H BOTTOM 0 B.L I QU ETIME (CST): 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600Anchoa mitchilli 7.5 2.7 5.3Syngnathus sp. 2.6Gobiidae (unidentified) 6.6 16.9 4.7 1.5 5.3Goblonellus boleosoma 33.9 33.0 42.5G. hastatus 8.2Gobiosoma bosci 2.5 5.6Unidentified larvae 5.3 TABLE 18NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983TAXA1100Neanthes succineaPelecypoda juvenilesArgulus spp.Penaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium ohioneRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesAnchoa mitchilliGambusia affinisTIME (CST1640 223010.310.312.412.40450)323.148.540.4149.112.420.530.851.3209.8116.693.223.346.616.251.323.337 TABLE 19NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983TAXATIME1705(CST)22501100*Polychaeta larvaePelecypoda juvenilesHalicyclops spp.Oithona spp.Penaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium ohionePalaemonetes paludosusRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesGambusia affinis054514.128.342.414.114.114.1466.815.5283.214.914.9685.5309.114.114.9*No organisms in sample38 TABLE 20MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, JULY -SEPTEMBER 1983TAXA TRAWL SEINE REVOLVING SCREENSPenaeus aztecus XPenaeus setiferus X X XTrachypeneus constrictus XPalaemonidae sp. XPalaemonetes kadiakensis XPalaemonetes paludosus X X XMacrobrachium ohione X X XCallinectes sapidus X X XRhithropanopeus harrisii XProcambarus blandingi acutus XLepisosteus oculatus X XBrevoortia patronus X XDorosoma cepedianum XAnchoa mitchilli X XIctalurus furcatus XArius felis XBagre marinus XGambusia affinis XPoecilia latipinna XMenidia beryllina X XLepomis cyanellus X39 TABLE 20 (cont'd)TAXATRAWLCaranx hipposEucinostomus argenteusEucinostomus lefroyiArchosargus probatocephalusLagodon rhomboidesBairdiella chrysouraCynoscion arenariusLeiostomus xanthurusMicropogonias undulatusMugil cephalusDormitator maculatusEvorthodus lyricusGobiosoma bosciGobionellus boleosomaGobionellus shufeldtiGobioides broussonettiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigmaAchirus lineatusSEINE REVOLVING SCREENSX xXxXxXxxXxXXXXXXXxxxXxXX40 TABLE 21TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL ON 14 -15 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1100 1720a 2300a 0845bTAXAAnchoa mitchilltArius felisCynoscion arenariusMicropogonias undulatusNo. Wt. L.4 2.2 33.226 1376.0 141.75 9.9 43.426 130.2 58.1No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.aNo trawls completed because of snagsbTrawl completed, no organisms caught TABLE 22TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY TRAWL ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST)TAXAPenaeus setiferusPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusRhlthropanopeus harrisiiLepisosteus oculatusBrevoortia patronusDorosoma cepedianumAnchoa mitchilliIctalurus furcatusArius fellsBagre marinusBairdiella chrysouraCynoscion arenariusMicropogonias undulatusGobiosoma bosciGobionellus boleosoma1300No. Wt. L.14 23.9 58.1IN THE COLORADO RIVER0720No. Wt. L.1920No. Wt. L.6 7.5 49.80120No. Wt. L.3 1.31 0.134.725133.30.152.413.8478 163.047 95.4539869.043.4-2011.8 9318.3107.7-196 168.212.1 26 60.812850.512.413.1505.067.029.0207.51 0.21 1105.6 530.0114.3 57.02.8 56.01 7.1 75.0245 77.98 1261.61561 196.62 81.421.19.610001115.347.320.9146.0806 192.6 26.42 142.2 157.51 5.2 68.01 141.7 195.01 113.4 155.02 16.5 76.01 10.5 84.05 13.8 46.89238.2175.356.6129.04224.3151.858.7129.02 0.4 20.52 0.9 30.02 143.3 125.03 0.7 23.04 1.2 25.70.2 24.0 TIME (CST)TAXAGobioides broussonettiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigmaAchirus lineatus1300No. Wt. L.7 5.0 34.4TABLE 22 (cont'd)1920 0120No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.0720No. Wt. L.1 0.1 25.01 0.1 13.02 183.1 165.01 0.3 21.01 1.9 51.01 0.1 13.06 5.4 38.52 236.0 903.91 0.1 18.0 TABLE 23TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1155a 1800 2300 0600TAXAIctalurus furcatusArius fellsBagre marinusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 93.4 178.01 165.4 214.01 14.2 96.0No. Wt. L.2 247.3 197.0No. Wt. L.1 65.51 7.9152.077.0aNo organisms caught TABLE 24TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY TRAWL ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983TIME (CST)1200No. Wt. L.1745No. wt. L.2330No. Wt. L.IN THE COLORADO RIVER0600No. wt. L.16 18.2 47.3TAXAPenaeus setiferusTrachypeneus constrictusAnchoa mitchilliictalurus furcatusArius fells.Bagre marinusLagodon rhomboidesCynosclon arenarlusLelostomus xanthurusMicropogonias undulatus1 5.3 95.0 50 34.4 43.91 0.1 23.01 35.9 125.02 35.7 82.53 266.6 170.31 22.4 108.01 0.1 13.01 10.8 73.01 0.1 19.01 260.0 248.02 45.4 109.55 52.1 79.01 18.6 90.02 184.6 143.51 111.7 192.04 318.7 157.0113169.5 80.079.8 103.05479.1 82.688.7 102.2 TABLE 25TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTHBY SEINE ON 14 -15 JULY 1983(mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERTIME (CST):1100No. Wt. L.1720No. Wt. L.2300No. Wt. L.TAXAPenaeus aztecusPenaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusProcambarus blandingi acutusLepisosteus oculatusC Brevoortia patronusAnchoa mitchilliPoecilla latipinnaMenidia beryl1inaCaranx hipposEucinostomus lefroyiCynoscion arenariusMugil cephalusDormitator maculatusGobionellus boleosomaGobionellus shufeldtiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigma1 4.30845No. Wt. L.8 8.0 47.01 0.7 18.07 5.3 44.12 0.8 16.519 11.7 38.6 24 17.5 39.14 3.82 119.2 69.5 1011.42.811.3221757.71.5475.033.52 992.2 423.52 1.6 35.0 12 27.72 0.344.224.5111.4 32.01.4 45.01 0.4 31.010 7.1 27.22 1.6 28.51360.20.679.018.032.039.519 15.2 30.31 0.2 18.01 0.7 30.02 0.8 27.52 1.0 30.02 1048.9 288.0343.222.237.355.0271.3206.51 2.3 44.05 1.8 25.81 1.4 42.014 8.1 30.930.578.11 0.3 27.0 TABLE 26TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mim) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY SEINE ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST)TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohloneCallinectes sapidusBrevoortla patronusAnchoa mitchilli4 Gambusia affinisPoecilia latipinnaArchosargus probatocephalusEvorthodus lyricusGobionellus boleosomaGoblonellus shufeldtiCitharlchthys sptlopterus1300No. Wt. L.1920No. Wt. L.0120a 0720aNo. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.1 0.3424427.931.638 23.4 12.63 2.2 38.013.57 4.2 28.964113.80.425.623.01 0.7 29.01210169.52.0115.034.02.8 24.91.7 44.03 1.0 24.322 12.4 31.813 5.8 27.7aNo collection due to silt clogging net TABLE 27TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY SEINE ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1155 1800a 2300a 06008TAXAPenaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCa1linectes sapidusAnchoa mitchilliCynoscion arenariusS Mugil cephalus00 ,Goblonellus bolesomaCitharichthys spilopterusNo. Wt. L.27 24.4 43.9No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 1.27 0.74 0.42 0.6116511.020.823.047.024.636.63.04.74.4aNo collection due to silt clogging net TABLE 28TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY SEINE ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983IN THE COLORADO RIVER0600No. Wt. L.TIME (CST)TAXA1200No. Wt. L.88 65.1 47.61745No. Wt. L.2330No. Wt. L.Penaeus setiferusPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusBrevoortia patronusko Menidia beryllinaCaranx hipposEucinostomus argenteusCynoscion arenariusLelostomus xanthurusMugil cephalusGobionellus boleosomaCitharlchthys spilopterus222 55.7 32.0 221 40.71 0.127.2 36 37.0 50.65 2.96 11.5 43.52 1.7 40.05 1.8 15.02 1.3 37.51 2.4 45.01 27.1 98.03 26.2 69.06 2.4 28.28 7.2 34.41 0.113.03 1.5 36.71 1.9 44.01 1.5 51.06 56.5 74.22 4.4 51.51 0.4 25.010 933.5 107.1 TABLE 29TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 13 -14 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1329 2100 0511TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusCaranx hipposNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 0.121 1.742 3.210 1.4 12.41 0.6 27.03 1.3 19.09.2TABLE 30TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 21 -22 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1315 2110 0505TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusMenidia beryllinaLepomis cyanellusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.2 0.42 0.6 -5 1.2130.1 -1.3 17.03.20.40.41 0.1 10.017.0110.6 37.01.2 32.0 TABLE 31TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST):1400No. Wt. L.2230No. Wt. L.0626No. Wt. L.TAXAPalaemonetes kadiakensisPalaemonetes paludosusPalaemonidae sp.Macrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1 0.32 0.42 0.6 -2 0.3240.6 -16.7 23.5130.1 -0.8 14.73 0.4 13.0TABLE 32TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1300 2100 0500TAXAPenaeus setiferusPalaemonetes kadiakensisPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.3 2.9 47.01 0.11 0.21 0.11110.1 -1.2 11.62 0.6 -4 35.6 55.729 18.6 12.5 TABLE 33TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983TIME (CST):TAXA1414No. Wt. L.1 0.1 25.02205No. Wt. L.2 0.4 28.00615No. Wt. L.10 3.8 35.7Penaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1 0.22 0.6 18.02 0.3 11.5 Page 1 of 1Nagle, JosephFrom: Hoppes, DavidSent: Thursday, August 18, 2011 8:26 AMTo: Dunn, RolandCc: Gore, Duane; LeValley, John; Nagle, Joseph | ||
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First cut at manpower loading for PIP # 081270- Spent Fuel management ProjectLast Thursday (Aug 11) there was a Pre-PRT review of the DRAFT for PIP #081270. The PIP waspresented to PRT on Wednesday (Aug 17).At the Pre-PRT meeting we recognized some changes to the first DRAFT manpower loadings. Some butnot all of these were incorporated into the PIP that was presented to PRT.Today I met with Joe Nagle and further changes were identified. Two changes were to re-assign "FuelMovers- Craft labor" and "Vendor Install the SFP Racks" from cost center 932 to the Refueling Team costcenter.With these changes, the following NFAD activities are identified in the latest working version of PIP #081270:* NFAD and DED are jointly identified for Design work support (to the vendor) for Installing the SFPRack Modules 12 and 16. This activity is assigned 556 hours for Ul in 2012 and 444 hour for U2 in2012." NFAD is the responsible group for the Criticality Analysis work to be done by a vendor to beselected. The funding is $100,000 in 2012 and $25,000 in 2013; this should be corrected to$250,000 in 2013." NFAD is the responsible group for the NRC's review of the Criticality Analysis. The funding is$200,000 in 2014 and $200,000 in 2015.* NFAD is the responsible group for the Poison Insert design work to be done by a vendor to beselected. The funding is $1,000,000 in 2015 which is identified as "Contingency"; and $1,000,000in 2016.These PIP funding amounts are consistent with NFAD's inputs to date.NFAD needs to consider additional NFAD manpower support that will be required for the on-going spentfuel management work, and which budgets (PIP, baseline, or other) will be used.8/18/2011 AQ-2. McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1985. Colorado RiverEntrainment and Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July -December 1984 (Report # 2). Prepared for South Texas Project byEcology Division, Environmental Protection Department, HoustonLighting & Power Company. April. | |||
Aý-oL REPORT #2COLORADO RIVER ENTRAINMENT ANDIMPINGEMENT MONITORING PROGRAMPHASE TWO STUDIES -JULY-DECEMBER, 1984PREPARED FORSOUTH TEXAS PROJECTSUBMITTED BYECOLOGY DIVISION, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DEPARTMENTHOUSTON LIGHTING & POWER COMPANYAPRIL 1985PREPARED BY: DAVID C. McADEN, GEORGE N. GREENE, WILLIAM B. BAKER, JR. | Aý-oL REPORT #2COLORADO RIVER ENTRAINMENT ANDIMPINGEMENT MONITORING PROGRAMPHASE TWO STUDIES -JULY-DECEMBER, 1984PREPARED FORSOUTH TEXAS PROJECTSUBMITTED BYECOLOGY DIVISION, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DEPARTMENTHOUSTON LIGHTING & POWER COMPANYAPRIL 1985PREPARED BY: DAVID C. McADEN, GEORGE N. GREENE, WILLIAM B. BAKER, JR. | ||
TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGELIST OF TABLES ................... ......................... iINTRODUCTION .................... .......................... 1METHODS ..................... ............................1RESULTS AND DISCUSSION .......... ..... ..................... 1HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY ............. ................ 1MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON ........ ............ 2MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH ......................... 4REFERENCES CITED .......... ....... ...................... 6 LIST OF TABLESTABLE PAGE1 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 72 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... ......... 83 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT) AT MID-CHANNELOF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 .......... ................. 94 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS IN THERMPF SILTATION BASIN, SEPTEMBER 1984 ....... ................. ..105 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY ANDDISSOLVED OXYGEN AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS, SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... 116 AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLE COLLECTION,SEPTEMBER 1984 ................. ........................... ..127 RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF) DAILY PUMPAGE (M3),JULY-DECEMBER 1984 .............. .................... ...... ..138 MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY O.5-M PLANKTONINET, SEPTEMBER 1984 ...... ................. ..159 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 1710 LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON'.NET SAMPLES FROMTHE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .............. .......................... ..1911 -NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON'.NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 2012 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ................. ........................... 2113 MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... ... 2214 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ........ .............. ......... 2415 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ...................................... 26i INTRODUCTIONSection 6.1.3.2 and Appendix E of the Final Environmental Statementrequire Phase Two of the aquatic ecology studies to begin within one week ofthe start of reservoir fill pumping. The initial report (McAden et al. 1984)covered the period July 1983 -June 1984. This report presents data from thesampling period July -December 1984. Due to limited pumping during thisperiod, only one set of samples was collected.METHODSAll stations, schedules and methods employed were the same as thosedescribed in the initial report (McAden et al. 1984). A malfunction of the pHmeter precluded pH measurements during sampling.RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONHYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITYWater temperature, turbidity and dissolved oxygen data from the ColoradoRiver station are shown in Table 1. Conductivity values are given in Table 2,and salinity values are given in Table 3. Water temperature, salinity anddissolved oxygen data from the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility (RMPF)siltation basin are given in Table 4. Water temperature, salinity anddissolved oxygen data from the RMPF revolving screens are given in Table 5.1 On 5-6 September a salt wedge was present in the Colorado River, extendingto within 5-10 ft of the surface. The wedge was up to 3.0 C warmer than thelow salinity surface water and contained low dissolved oxygen levels (maximum0.8 ppm at the bottom).Surface water quality in the RMPF siltation basin was similar to that ofthe surface water in the river. Bottom water quality measurements were notmade in the siltation basin.Surface water quality at the revolving screens was similar to the surfacewater quality in the river. However, bottom salinity at the screens was lower(as much as 6.3 ppt) than salinities at comparable river depths.River flow during the sampling period is shown in Table 6 and the dailyvolume of water pumped into the reservoir during July-December 1984 is shownin Table 7.MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONSamples collected by 0.5-m plankton net yielded 29 taxa of invertebratesand 7 taxa of vertebrates (Table 8). The most abundant invertebrates werejellyfish (medusae), copepods (especially Acartia tonsa and Oithona spp.),barnacle nauplii, the zoeae of the brackish water shrimps Palaemonetes spp.and Callianassa spp. and the zoeae of the brackish water crab Rhithropanopeusharrisii. All of the vertebrate taxa consisted of larval and juvenile stagesof both freshwater and estuarine fishes. A single sunfish larva (FamilyCentrarchidae) constituted the freshwater component of the ichthyoplanktonsamples, whereas the bay anchovy and at least two species of gobies dominatedthe estuarine taxa.2 Table 9 shows the variations in macrozooplankton abundance over the 24-hrsample period on 5-6 September 1984 in the Colorado River. The largest totalnumbers of organisms were taken in samples collected at mid-depth and in theoblique tows. Considerably smaller numbers of taxa, as well as numbers withintaxa, were collected at the surface and near the bottom. The reasons forthese spatial differences in abundance can be seen in the hydrological andwater quality measurements made at the times of sample collection(Tables 1-3). There was a layer of very low salinity water at the surface,which contained a paucity of both taxa and numbers of individuals within taxa.The reason for the relative scarcity of zooplankton near the bottom of theriver is the critically low dissolved oxygen levels near the river bottom(Table 1).By far the most commonly found and most abundant of the river zooplanktontaxa was the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii. Other abundant formswere jellyfish medusae and the zoeal stages of the ghost shrimp, Callianassaspp. Relatively low numbers of the commercial white shrimp, Penaeussetiferus, and the megalops stage of the blue crab, Callinectes spp., weretaken, although Callinectes spp. megalops did occur at a high density in the0300-hr oblique sample. It is possible that this taxon consisted of both thecommercial blue crab, C. sapidus, and the noncommercial pygmy blue crab, C.similis.A list of the common and scientific names of the larval and juvenilestages of fish taxa collected from both the Colorado River and the siltationbasin is found in Table 10.3 Table 11 shows the temporal and spatial variations in ichthyoplanktonabundance in the Colorado River. The data are too limited to draw anymeaningful conclusions, except to note the total absence of ichthyoplanktonnear the bottom. This is understandable given the low dissolved oxygen levelsnoted in the earlier discussion of macrozooplankton abundance.Table 12 depicts the changes in abundance of macrozooplankton andichthyoplankton over the sampling period. As in the river samples, the zoealstage of the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii, was the most abundanttaxon, but unlike the river samples, highest densities occurred during thehours of daylight. The reasons for this are unclear, because siltation basinsamples were collected at the surface and zooplankton abundance in surfacesamples is typically lowest in the daytime. Another commonly occurring,albeit in low densities, taxon was the parasitic fish louse, Argulus spp. 'Nopenaeid shrimp or blue crab larvae were taken from the siltation basin, andonly one ichthyoplankter, an unidentified yolksac larva.MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHRepresentatives of 27 species were captured in seine and revolving screensamples during the study (Table 13), but no organisms were captured in thetrawl samples. Critically low dissolved oxygen levels at the bottom of theriver (Table 1) appear to be the limiting factor.4 Six (6) species of macroinvertebrates, including 5 species of shrimp and 1crab, were taken in seine samples (Table 14). Macrobrachium ohione, a smallriver shrimp, was the only freshwater representative, while the estuarine/marine white shrimp, Penaeus setiferus, was the most abundant invertebrate(643 caught).Twenty species of vertebrates, all of which were fish, were caught in theseine samples (Table 14). Of these, only the spotted gar, Lepisosteusocculatus, is freshwater, with the remainder being estuarine and marine. Thefish most commonly caught was the bay anchovy, Anchoa mitchilli (170).Impingement samples (Table 15) yielded 4 macroinvertebrate species, one ofwhich was the pink shrimp, Penaeus duorarum, found only in the impingementsamples. The total catch was 15 individuals. In general, the animals weresmall, 5-64 mm in length.5 | TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGELIST OF TABLES ................... ......................... iINTRODUCTION .................... .......................... 1METHODS ..................... ............................1RESULTS AND DISCUSSION .......... ..... ..................... 1HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY ............. ................ 1MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON ........ ............ 2MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH ......................... 4REFERENCES CITED .......... ....... ...................... 6 LIST OF TABLESTABLE PAGE1 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 72 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... ......... 83 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT) AT MID-CHANNELOF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 .......... ................. 94 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS IN THERMPF SILTATION BASIN, SEPTEMBER 1984 ....... ................. ..105 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY ANDDISSOLVED OXYGEN AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS, SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... 116 AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLE COLLECTION,SEPTEMBER 1984 ................. ........................... ..127 RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF) DAILY PUMPAGE (M3),JULY-DECEMBER 1984 .............. .................... ...... ..138 MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY O.5-M PLANKTONINET, SEPTEMBER 1984 ...... ................. ..159 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 1710 LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON'.NET SAMPLES FROMTHE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .............. .......................... ..1911 -NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON'.NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 2012 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ................. ........................... 2113 MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... ... 2214 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ........ .............. ......... 2415 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ...................................... 26i INTRODUCTIONSection 6.1.3.2 and Appendix E of the Final Environmental Statementrequire Phase Two of the aquatic ecology studies to begin within one week ofthe start of reservoir fill pumping. The initial report (McAden et al. 1984)covered the period July 1983 -June 1984. This report presents data from thesampling period July -December 1984. Due to limited pumping during thisperiod, only one set of samples was collected.METHODSAll stations, schedules and methods employed were the same as thosedescribed in the initial report (McAden et al. 1984). A malfunction of the pHmeter precluded pH measurements during sampling.RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONHYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITYWater temperature, turbidity and dissolved oxygen data from the ColoradoRiver station are shown in Table 1. Conductivity values are given in Table 2,and salinity values are given in Table 3. Water temperature, salinity anddissolved oxygen data from the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility (RMPF)siltation basin are given in Table 4. Water temperature, salinity anddissolved oxygen data from the RMPF revolving screens are given in Table 5.1 On 5-6 September a salt wedge was present in the Colorado River, extendingto within 5-10 ft of the surface. The wedge was up to 3.0 C warmer than thelow salinity surface water and contained low dissolved oxygen levels (maximum0.8 ppm at the bottom).Surface water quality in the RMPF siltation basin was similar to that ofthe surface water in the river. Bottom water quality measurements were notmade in the siltation basin.Surface water quality at the revolving screens was similar to the surfacewater quality in the river. However, bottom salinity at the screens was lower(as much as 6.3 ppt) than salinities at comparable river depths.River flow during the sampling period is shown in Table 6 and the dailyvolume of water pumped into the reservoir during July-December 1984 is shownin Table 7.MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONSamples collected by 0.5-m plankton net yielded 29 taxa of invertebratesand 7 taxa of vertebrates (Table 8). The most abundant invertebrates werejellyfish (medusae), copepods (especially Acartia tonsa and Oithona spp.),barnacle nauplii, the zoeae of the brackish water shrimps Palaemonetes spp.and Callianassa spp. and the zoeae of the brackish water crab Rhithropanopeusharrisii. All of the vertebrate taxa consisted of larval and juvenile stagesof both freshwater and estuarine fishes. A single sunfish larva (FamilyCentrarchidae) constituted the freshwater component of the ichthyoplanktonsamples, whereas the bay anchovy and at least two species of gobies dominatedthe estuarine taxa.2 Table 9 shows the variations in macrozooplankton abundance over the 24-hrsample period on 5-6 September 1984 in the Colorado River. The largest totalnumbers of organisms were taken in samples collected at mid-depth and in theoblique tows. Considerably smaller numbers of taxa, as well as numbers withintaxa, were collected at the surface and near the bottom. The reasons forthese spatial differences in abundance can be seen in the hydrological andwater quality measurements made at the times of sample collection(Tables 1-3). There was a layer of very low salinity water at the surface,which contained a paucity of both taxa and numbers of individuals within taxa.The reason for the relative scarcity of zooplankton near the bottom of theriver is the critically low dissolved oxygen levels near the river bottom(Table 1).By far the most commonly found and most abundant of the river zooplanktontaxa was the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii. Other abundant formswere jellyfish medusae and the zoeal stages of the ghost shrimp, Callianassaspp. Relatively low numbers of the commercial white shrimp, Penaeussetiferus, and the megalops stage of the blue crab, Callinectes spp., weretaken, although Callinectes spp. megalops did occur at a high density in the0300-hr oblique sample. It is possible that this taxon consisted of both thecommercial blue crab, C. sapidus, and the noncommercial pygmy blue crab, C.similis.A list of the common and scientific names of the larval and juvenilestages of fish taxa collected from both the Colorado River and the siltationbasin is found in Table 10.3 Table 11 shows the temporal and spatial variations in ichthyoplanktonabundance in the Colorado River. The data are too limited to draw anymeaningful conclusions, except to note the total absence of ichthyoplanktonnear the bottom. This is understandable given the low dissolved oxygen levelsnoted in the earlier discussion of macrozooplankton abundance.Table 12 depicts the changes in abundance of macrozooplankton andichthyoplankton over the sampling period. As in the river samples, the zoealstage of the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii, was the most abundanttaxon, but unlike the river samples, highest densities occurred during thehours of daylight. The reasons for this are unclear, because siltation basinsamples were collected at the surface and zooplankton abundance in surfacesamples is typically lowest in the daytime. Another commonly occurring,albeit in low densities, taxon was the parasitic fish louse, Argulus spp. 'Nopenaeid shrimp or blue crab larvae were taken from the siltation basin, andonly one ichthyoplankter, an unidentified yolksac larva.MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHRepresentatives of 27 species were captured in seine and revolving screensamples during the study (Table 13), but no organisms were captured in thetrawl samples. Critically low dissolved oxygen levels at the bottom of theriver (Table 1) appear to be the limiting factor.4 Six (6) species of macroinvertebrates, including 5 species of shrimp and 1crab, were taken in seine samples (Table 14). Macrobrachium ohione, a smallriver shrimp, was the only freshwater representative, while the estuarine/marine white shrimp, Penaeus setiferus, was the most abundant invertebrate(643 caught).Twenty species of vertebrates, all of which were fish, were caught in theseine samples (Table 14). Of these, only the spotted gar, Lepisosteusocculatus, is freshwater, with the remainder being estuarine and marine. Thefish most commonly caught was the bay anchovy, Anchoa mitchilli (170).Impingement samples (Table 15) yielded 4 macroinvertebrate species, one ofwhich was the pink shrimp, Penaeus duorarum, found only in the impingementsamples. The total catch was 15 individuals. In general, the animals weresmall, 5-64 mm in length.5 REFERENCES CITEDMcAden, D.C., G.M. Greene and W.B. Baker, Jr. 1984. Report #1. ColoradoRiver Entrainment and Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July, 1983-June, 1984. Ecology Division, Environmental ProtectionDepartment, Houston Lighting & Power Company.USNRC. 1975. Final Environmental Statement. South Texas Project Units 1and 2. Houston Lighting & Power Company, City Public Service Board of SanAntonio, Central Power and Light Company, City of Austin. DocketNos. 50-498 and 50-499. Prepared by Office of.Nuclear Reactor Regulation,United StatesNuclear Regulatory Commission.6 TABLE 1TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984Sampling Dates5 September6 September6 September6 SeptemberTime (CST)2045030008551450Temperature (°C)Surface Bottom27.7 29.626.5 29.526.2 29.529.2 29.6pHSurface*Secchi diskTurbidity(inches)17.020.521.020.0Dissolved 0 (ppm)Surface Bottom7.8 0.17.4 0.18.2 0.19.1 0.8BottomDepth (ft)17.020.019.518.0*pH meter not working TABLE 2TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984DEPTH(ft.)Sampl ingDates5 September6 September6 September6 SeptemberTime(CST)2045030008551450S4.34.34.94.5531.822.123.625.01044.342.640.842.31545.244.044.844.62045.5B (Depth)45.5 (17.0)45.5 (20.0)45.4 (19.5)44.9 (18.0)8 TABLE 3TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984DEPTH(ft.)Sampl ingDates5 September6 September6 September6 SeptemberTime(CST)2045030008551450S2.42.42.82.5520.013.514.515.41028.827.726.327.41529.528.629.229.120 B (Depth)-29.8 (17.0)29.8 29.8 (20.0)-29.7 (19.5)-29.3 (18.0)9 TABLE 4TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERSIN THE RMPF SILTATION BASIN (SEPTEMBER 1984)9Sampl ingDates6 Sept.6 Sept.6 Sept.6 Sept.Time(CST)0020050010301615Temperature(0c)26.825.927.129.2Salinity(PPT)2.82.53.53.5DissolvedOxygen (PPM)8.66.98.19.1pH** pH meter not working10 TABLE 5TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY, ANDDISSOLVED OXYGEN AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS, SEPTEMBER 1984Sampling DatesTime (CST)Temperature (1C)Surface BottomConductivity(millimhos/cm)Surface BottomSalinity (ppt)Surface BottomDissolved Oxygen (ppm)Surface BottompH* BottcSur- Depthface (ftt.5 September6 September6 September19100300110428.326.427.429.027.228.35.7 25.45.2 12.47.5 22.43.2 15.73.07.27.87.86.21.37.42.86554.2 13.7* pH meter not working TABLE 6AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLECOLLECTION, SEPTEMBER 1984DATE5 September6 September*Derived by taking arithmetic mean of 3 daily flowvalues recorded at the beginning of each shiftRIVER FLOW66372112 TABLE 7RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF)DAILY PUMPAGE (M3), JULY-DECEMBER 1984DATE-aCA)123456789101112131415161718192021JULY618,317745,407300,178262,975122,316AUGUST687,444498,332330,252226,54935,661SEPTEMBEROCTOBERNOVEMBER39,757268,477376,127403,647401 ,340440,3447,697314,278494,29839,103DECEMBER9,39968,892119,82549,56325,44881$524130,815636,709403,647158,582109,833 TABLE 7 (Cont'd)DATEJULYAUGUSTSEPTEMBEROCTOBERNOVEMBERDECEMBER222324252627282965,41415,6042,751303179,439557,245Totals 2,792,8493,217,824 2,850,482 253,8842,751 9,399 TABLE 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-MPLANKTON NET, 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984Mid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueCNIDARIAJellyfish medusae X X X XANNELIDA (Polychaeta)Polychaete larvae X X X XMOLLUSCAPelecypoda juvenile X X XGastropoda juvenile X XCHAETOGNATHASagitta sp. X XCLADOCERADaphnia sp. X XMoina brachiata X XMoinodaphnia macleayii X XCOPEPODACopepoda nauplii XA. tonsa X X XDiaptomus spp. XEucalanus sp. XCylopoida copepodida XHalicyclops spp. X XOithona spp. X X XUnidentified Caligoida X15 TABLE 8 (Cont'd)Mid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueBRANCHIURAArgulus spp. XCIRRIPEDIABarnacle nauplii X X XBarnacle cypris XMALACOSTRACAMysidopsis spp. juveniles X X XP. setiferus postlarvae XHippolyte sp. zoeae XPalaemonetes spp. zoeae X X X XCallianassa spp. zoeae X X XCallianassa spp. postlarvae X XCallinectes spp. megalopa X X XRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeae X X X XR. harrisii megalopa X XSesarma sp. zoeae XPISCESUnidentified fish larvae XAnchoa mitchilli XUnidentified Centrarchidae XCynoscion arenarius XGobionellus spp. larvae XG. hastatus X XGobiosoma bosci X16 TABLE 9NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984TAXAJellyfish medusaePolychaete larvaeGastropod juvenilesPelecypod juvenilesSagitta spp.Daphnia spp.Moina brachiataMoinodaphnia macleayi iCopepod naupliiAcartia tonsaEucalanus sp.Diaptomus spp.Halicyclops sp.Oithona spp.Cyclopoida copepodidaCaligoida (unidentified)Argulus spp.SURFACETIME (CST): 2045 0300 0855 14502.73.3MID- DEPTH2045 0300 0855 1450178.8 192.641.3 25.24.641.32.3 3.2 9.0BOTTOM2045 0300 0855 14507.3 10.9 9.010.7 7.3 2.22.17.3 2.2OBLIQUE2045 0300 0855 145064.7 452.125.9 10.8 18.9 12.16.5 21.621.664.8 10.812.14.711.02.7 10.06.51.610.811.5249.93.69.7 10.83.2 3.62.221.6 9.4 4.04.72.12.1 6.939.02.310.81.6 9.04.49.45.5 3.310.8 TABLE 9 (Cont'd)SURFACETIME (CST): 2045 0300 0855 1450TAXABarnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisMID- DEPTH2045 0300 0855 1450300.4 41.4BOTTOM2045 0300 0855 14506.6OBL I QUE2045 0300 0855 145021.6 12.19.2Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeHippolyte sp. zoeaePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeCallinectes spp. megalopscoRhithropanopeus harrisil zoeaeR. harrisii megalopaSesarma sp. zoeae4.6 6.5 1.82.210.812.16.71.65.5 10.0 13.52.1 4.92.1 811.7 309.3 70.22.1 3.711.0 10.9 2.245.3 64.7 4.7 4.013.0 172.6 51.9 48.41.62.26.78.2 13.4 108.1 16.922.9 3.2 1.86.2 181.1 174.9 90.013.02.2 537.5151.01661.334.4 22.0 13.14004.7 189.72.1 4.610.8 TABLE 10LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN 0.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLESFROM THE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984COMMON NAMEBay anchovyUnidentified sunfishSand seatroutUnidentified gobySharptail gobyNaked gobyUnidentified larvaeSCIENTIFIC NAMEAnchoa mitchilliFam. CentrarchidaeCynoscion arenariusGobionellus spp.G. hastatusGobiosoma bosciLOCATION. OF COLLECTIONC.R.C.R.C.R.C. R.C.R.C.R.C.R., S.B.19 TABLE 11NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984SURFACE MID- DEPTH BOTTOMTIME (CST): 2045 0300 0855 1450 2045 0300 0855 1450 2045 0300 0855 1450 2045TAXAAnchoa mitchilliCentrarchidae larvaeOBLIQUE0300 0855 1450e8.2 3.32.7Cynoscion arenarlusGobionellus sp. larvaeG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciUnidentified larvae2.32.34.66.52.1 2.33.35.60 TABLE 12NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 6 SEPTEMBER 1984TAXA T I M E (C S T)0020 0500 1030 1615Sagitta spp. 12.9Daphnia spp. 25.7Acartia tonsa 38.6Harpactacoid copepodida 38.6Argulus spp. 12.9 12.9 12.9Callianassa spp. zoeae 51.4Rhithropanopeus harrisii zoeae 51.4 77.1 552.7 115.7Unidentified fish larvae 12.921 TABLE 13MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984TAXA TRAWL SEINE REVOLVING SCREENSPenaeus aztecus XP. setiferus X XPenaeus duorarum XTrachypeneus constrictus XPalaemonetes pugio XMacrobrachium ohione X XCallinectes sapidus X XLepisosteus occulatus XElops saurus XAlosa chrysochloris XBrevoortia patronus XAnchoa hepsetus XA. mitchilli XFundulus grandis XPoecilia latipinna XMenidia beryllina XHemicaranx amblyrhynchus XOligoplites saurus XEucinostomus argenteus XLagodon rhomboides XCynoscion arenarius X22 TABLE 13 (Cont'd)TAXA TRAWL SEINE REVOLVING SCREENSLeiostomus xanthurus XMugil cephalus XEvorthodus lyricus XGobionellus boleosoma XCitharichthys spilopterus XParalichthys lethostigma X23 TABLE 14TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHCOLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY SEINE ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 19842045 0300 0855 145(No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L. No. Wt.TIME (CST):TAXAPenaeus aztecusP. setiferusTrachypeneus constrictusPalaemonetes pugioMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusLepisosteus occulatusElops saurusAlosa chrysochlorisBrevoortia patronusAnchoa hepsetusA. mitchilliFundulus grandisPoecilia latipinnaMenidia beryllinaHemicaranx amblyrhynchus0L.31890.561.929.030.12 1.5 42.568 54.3 44.7 259 579.5 61.3127 218.0 59.41 0.8 46.036 13.8 -3 0.3 10.3231311.10.70.96 2.041.013.71 1.11 595.027.0465.02 79.9 65.51 230.3 254.01 0.98 15.037.045.016 53.7 51.21 0.96 2.5 32.2 161 74.243.034.43 1.1 32.32 7.9 52.5112.90.644.039.02 1.7 43.55 7.2 36.6 TABLE 14 (Cont'd)0300No. Wt. L.TIME (CST):2045No. Wt. L.0855No. Wt. L.1450No. Wt. L.TAXAOligoplites saurusEucinostomus argenteusLagodon rhomboidesCynoscion arenariusLeiostomus xanthurusMugil cephalusEvorthodus lyricusUn,Gobionellus boleosomaCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigma1 0.22 1.624.033.547151.569.91.725.224.267.745.057.81 0.1 20.02 1.2 30.51 4.1 55.01 5.6 70.01115.5 80.03.9 63.04 40.5 72.05 47.1 71.02 9.2 56.52 11.2 63.01 4.1 60.01 0.4 28.010115.71.4935.532.248.0350.0 TABLE 15TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984TIME (CST):TAXAPenaeus setiferusP. duorarumMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1910No. Wt. L.1 2.2 63.01 2.4 58.02 0.2 12.00300No. Wt. L.1 1.8 64.01104No. Wt. L.3 1.5 39.73 1.4 28.03 2.9 22.01 0.1 5.0 AQ-3. Citation and documentation is needed for the following sentence that wasincluded in the ER, Section 5.2: Based upon best professional judgment(BPJ) the TCEQ Water Quality Division has determined that the CWISreflects BTA for AEI through use of a closed-cycle recirculating system. | ||
Kathleen Hartnett White, ChairmanLarry R. Soward, CommissionerH. S. Buddy Garcia, CommissionerGlenn Shankle, Executive DirectorTEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYProtecting Texas by Reducing and Preventing PollutionJune 27, 2007Mr. R.A. Gangluff, Manager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health PhysicsSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric Generating Station;TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000. | |||
== | ==Dear Mr. Gangluff:== | ||
I received your letter dated May 24, 2007, requesting that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) bedesignated as a closed-cycle recirculating system and as not water in the state.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) does not have an official method of"designating" a facility's operation as a closed-cycle recirculating system. However, we have reviewedthe information you submitted and based on our best professional judgement, we consider your facility tobe a closed-cycle recirculating system. As mentioned in your letter, the federal rule governing the 316(b)Phase II cooling water intakes is currently in the process of being suspended. For the time being,implementation of the 316(b) requirements will be based on best professional judgement (BPJ) andsubject to EPA Region VI review.We also concur that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) at your facility does not meet the definition ofwater in the state.If you have any questions, please contact me at (512) 239-2369.Sincerely,Kelly Holligan, LeaderIndustrial TeamWater Quality DivisionKH/jpP.O. Box 13087 0 Austin, Texas 78711-3087 0 512-239-1000 0 Internet address: www.tceq.state.tx.uspti iI I I ()? I CCC r dflY~ -ing soy-Imsud ink Nuclear Operating CompanySouth T&s P/edct Extrinc Gcnetin SiaUon PO. Bar 289 Wadsworth, Tems 748.?May 24, 2007NOC-TX-07016176PE'N: W02STI No. 32165797Mr. Kelly HolliganTeam Leader, Industrial Wastewater PermitsTexas Commission on Envirornmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase It RulesSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Permit No. 01908 | |||
==Dear Mr. Holligan:== | |||
Thank you for meeting with my staff on May 15, 2007 to discuss the South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station (STPEGS) cooling reservoir and other wastewater discharge pennitissues. Based on our discussion, STP Nuclear Operating Company (STPNOC) is submitting thefollowing information regarding the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) and the applicability of theregulations for cooling water intake structures. We are confident that the South Texas ProjectStation (STP) complies with the regulation by employing a closed-cycle recirculating coolingsystem as defined in 40 CFR §125.93. Pursuant to 40 CFR §125.94(a)(1)(i), cooling water flowfor this facility is commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating cooling system, asdemonstrated below. Additional technical information is included in letters dated March 7, 2005and August 18, 2005 previously submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ).STP is located on 12,220-acres in Matagorda County, approximately 15 miles southwest of BayCity along the west bank of the Colorado River. The facility consists of two electric-generatingunits, which share a closed-cycle recirculating cooling reservoir. Water from the MCR is passedthrough the cooling loops of both units then returned to the MCR for heat dissipation beforecycling back through the cooling systems.The MCR is a perched, off-channel, on-site industrial cooling impoundment of approximately7,000 acres, impounding over 202,600 acre-feet of cooling water at its maximum operating level.Dikes are installed in the MCR that channel the water flow to maximize circulation time for heatdissipation before the water is recirculated back to the generating units. Blowdown from theMCR to the Colorado River has not occurred since March 1997. Should blowdown be requiredit would occur through an underground pipe that discharges back into the Colorado River. Thispoint is designated as Outfall 001 in the TPDES Permit No. 01908. The MCR is also equippedwith a gated spillway for emergency use. The MCR is not a "water of the U.S." as defined at 40CFR § 122.2. The MCR is not considered a "water of the State" based on internal and externaloutfall designations in the permit. The MCR is on private property and exists solely for Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 2industrial cooling. It is not a publicly managed water body and has no recreational uses. Thegeneral public has never had access to the MCR nor is any planned in the foreseeable future.The only sources of new water to the MCR are direct rainfall and make-up water divertedperiodically from the Colorado River, primarily at high river flows. Water from tile ColoradoRiver is pumped approximately I mile via a 108 inch pipe to the MCR. To protect inflows duringlow river flow conditions, the water right for STP includes a special provision to limit diversionfrom the Colorado River to 55% of the flow over 300 cubic feet per second, to protect inflowsduring low river flow conditions. Currently, the intake consists of trash racks, rotating screenswith 3/8 inch mesh and 4 pumps. In addition, the reservoir makeup pumping facility has thefollowing design:" The traveling water screens are flush with the river shoreline;" The maximum approach velocity to the traveling water screens is 0.5 feet per second;" Fish passageways were constructed in the wing walls between the traveling screens tofacilitate fish migration parallel to the screen surfaces; and" A sluice and discharge line was installed for the purpose of returning all impingedorganisms directly to the river, downstream of the intake structure, immediately afterbeing backwashed from the screens.The pumps are operated intermittently based on reservoir level, river flow, and the operability ofthe makeup pumping facility. A cooling reservoir evaporates less water per unit of heatdissipated than a cooling tower, thus dissolved solids build up more slowly over time. This iscomplemented by the designed seepage from the MCR, which maintains the structural integrityof the reservoir embankment. Rainfall further dilutes the dissolved solids in the MCR. Thesefactors minimize the blowdown and make-up required to maintain MCR water quality. As aresult, intake water flow for cooling purposes at STP reflects best technology available (closed-cycle recirculating systems) for minimizing adverse environmental impact.As was discussed in the May 15, 2007 meeting, several provisions of the Phase II rule are in theprocess of being suspended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the RegionalAdministrators have been authorized to review the applicability of the rule on a case by casebasis using Best Professional Judgment. Based on that authorization and the informritionprovided, STPNOC is requesting that TCEQ designate the MCR as a closed-cycle recirculatingsystem. We are also requesting concurrence that the MCR does not meet the definition of a"water of the State". If you have any questions or require additional information, please contactMs. S. L. Dannbardt at (361) 972-8328.Sincerely,R. A. GangluffManager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health Physics Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 3cc: Mr. Earl LottSpecial Assistant, Office of Permitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Ms. Susan JablonskiSpecial Assistant/Radioactive Waste SpecialistOffice of Pennitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087 Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 4bcc: Correspondence, N2002 AQ-4. "Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study." Prepared for STP NuclearOperating Company by ENSR International, Houston, Texas, May 2002. | |||
,qQ-4EK1RLSouth Texas ProjectElectric Generating StationWadsworth, TexasEssential Cooling PondFish Population StudyPrepared For:STP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 270Wadsworth, TX 77483Prepared by:ENSR3000 Richmond Ave, Suite 400Houston, TX 77098May 2002Document Number 05727-008-400 The following personnel have prepared and/or reviewed thisreport for accuracy, content and quality of presentation.Kurtis K. SchlichtProject ManagerReport AuthorFrank G. Schlicht Ph.D.Senior Technical Specialist4444- iýd7Aj2Rocky Stevens, RE.Senior Reviewer-2 ,oo 2__Date CONTENTS1.0 INTRO DUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 11.1 M ATERIALS AND M ETHO DS ................................................................................................ 11.2 HYDROLOG ICAL DATA ....................................................................................................... 21.3 NEKTO N ....................................................................................................................................... 21.4 DATA ANALYSIS ......................................................................................................................... 32.0 RESULTS ............................................................................................................................................... 52.1 SAM PLE LOCATIO NS ................................................................................... .............................. 52.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATA ................................................... 52.3 NEKTO N ....................................................................................................................................... 62.3.1 Trawls ................................................................................................................................ 62.3.2 G ill Nets ............................................................................................................................. 72.3.3 Hoop Nets ......................................................................................................................... 73.0 DISCUSSIO N ......................................................................................................................................... 83.1 RESULTS ..................................................................................................................................... 83.2 MANAG EM ENT RECO M M ENDATIO NS ............................................................................. 124.0 LITERATURE CITED ................................................................................................ I ......................... 17UDt~t-ttAJ!~ I rtuwrsn ropuietion ~woy May, *~uIJ~U05727-8)I STPEG~/t-isn P'opu ataion StudyMay, 2U002 LIST OF TABLESTABLE 1 Latitude and longitude coordinates for gill net, hoop net, andtrawl samples collected in the 47 acre Essential Cooling Pond,(STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............................................................... 19TABLE 2 Hydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH)Collected during the Fish Population Study on the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ........................................................... 20TABLE 3 Total number of fish caught in each section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............................... 21TABLE 4 Catch rates for species caught in each section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS), March 27-28,2002 .................................... 22TABLE 5 Mean sizes and range of sizes for the two species, sheepshead minnowand sailfin molly caught in the Essential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS),M arch 27-28, 2002 .................................................................................... 2305727-800/STPEGS/FiFh Population Study May, 2002 LIST OF FIGURESFIGURE 1 The four sampling Quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4) established in the47 acre Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ................... 25FIGURE 2 Location of gill net, hoop net, and trawl samples collectedin the 47 acre Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............... 26FIGURE 3 Cumulative length frequency of sheepshead minnow,Cyprinidon variegatus, captured in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ......................................................... 27FIGURE 4 Cumulative length frequency of sailfin molly,Poecilia latipinna, captured in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ......................................................... 28LIST OF APPENDICESAPPENDIX A Water Quality Data: Graph of pH ranges in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), from November 1999 until the present ...................... 31APPENDIX B Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study, January 2002 ....................... 33-36r~tj~,risn 'optMauon ~1uuyU05["72JI8=S P'OpUtaTionl SlhJyMay, 2UU2iii EMIL.EXECUTIVE SUMMARYFish composition, size ranges, relative abundance, and estimates of total abundance wereinvestigated in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station 47-acre Essential CoolingPond (ECP) through the use of three types of sampling gear (trawl, gill net, and hoop net). Of thethree gear types used to sample the ECP, only the trawl was productive in catching fish. A total of5,589 fish representing two species, sheepshead minnow (Cyprinodon variegatus) and sailfinmolly (Poecilia latipinna), were caught during the study. Sheepshead minnows and sailfin molliesare both common species in Texas and are indigenous to coastal streams, rivers, and estuaries.Mean sizes for both species ranged from 27 to 62 mm total length (TL) (1 inch to 2.5 inches)and were evenly distributed across all sample sections. Sheepshead minnows were mostabundant in quadrant Q2A and sailfin mollies were more abundant in Q4A near the intakestructure. Relative abundance for both species was evenly distributed across quadrants Q2 and03. The total number of fish caught in quadrant Q1, near the discharge, was significantly lowerthan the total number of fish caught in quadrants Q2, Q3, and Q4. Total abundance estimatesderived from the total number of fish caught, total amount of trawling effort and total area covered,indicate that a population of 535,000 fish comprised of both species exists in the ECP. Thisestimate is an extrapolation from the data collected and is based on assumptions about theexisting populations and the sample gear used. Therefore, interpretation of such data may resultin an over estimate of total abundance. It is, however, our belief that fish populations in the ECPare not overabundant.Fish congregating at or near the intake structures may be attributed to the availability of food,structure or cover, and protection from environmental stresses. Under normal operating andenvironment conditions, both species would be expected to avoid the higher water velocitiesfound immediately adjacent to the intake structure. Excessive impingement and entrainment oforganisms is a factor more of how the pumps are operated rather than the total number of fishpresent in the ECP. Prevention of fish congregating in the intake structures may be achieved bymaintaining a constant flow rate at the intake screens and in the pump wells and/or by changingthe chemical composition of the water in the pump wells. If pumps must be shut down, adding05727-800/STPEGS/Fish Population Study May, 2002iv EM~.chemicals such as rotenone, chlorine or other chemicals in the pump wells may create waterconditions unsuitable for fish and prevent them from congregating in the area.Based on the data we collected during this study and discussion with site personnel whoobserved the size/species distribution associated with the Essential Cooling Water Pump 1Cstrainer clogging, the existing population in the ECP is not expected to cause a recurrence of thiscondition as long as precautionary measures are taken to preclude fish from utilizing thescreen/pump well areas during pump shut down and start up. Management recommendations formonitoring and control of the existing population are discussed in the body of the report.05727-800/STPEGS/Fish Population StudyMay, 2002V | ,qQ-4EK1RLSouth Texas ProjectElectric Generating StationWadsworth, TexasEssential Cooling PondFish Population StudyPrepared For:STP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 270Wadsworth, TX 77483Prepared by:ENSR3000 Richmond Ave, Suite 400Houston, TX 77098May 2002Document Number 05727-008-400 The following personnel have prepared and/or reviewed thisreport for accuracy, content and quality of presentation.Kurtis K. SchlichtProject ManagerReport AuthorFrank G. Schlicht Ph.D.Senior Technical Specialist4444- iýd7Aj2Rocky Stevens, RE.Senior Reviewer-2 ,oo 2__Date CONTENTS1.0 INTRO DUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 11.1 M ATERIALS AND M ETHO DS ................................................................................................ 11.2 HYDROLOG ICAL DATA ....................................................................................................... 21.3 NEKTO N ....................................................................................................................................... 21.4 DATA ANALYSIS ......................................................................................................................... 32.0 RESULTS ............................................................................................................................................... 52.1 SAM PLE LOCATIO NS ................................................................................... .............................. 52.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATA ................................................... 52.3 NEKTO N ....................................................................................................................................... 62.3.1 Trawls ................................................................................................................................ 62.3.2 G ill Nets ............................................................................................................................. 72.3.3 Hoop Nets ......................................................................................................................... 73.0 DISCUSSIO N ......................................................................................................................................... 83.1 RESULTS ..................................................................................................................................... 83.2 MANAG EM ENT RECO M M ENDATIO NS ............................................................................. 124.0 LITERATURE CITED ................................................................................................ I ......................... 17UDt~t-ttAJ!~ I rtuwrsn ropuietion ~woy May, *~uIJ~U05727-8)I STPEG~/t-isn P'opu ataion StudyMay, 2U002 LIST OF TABLESTABLE 1 Latitude and longitude coordinates for gill net, hoop net, andtrawl samples collected in the 47 acre Essential Cooling Pond,(STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............................................................... 19TABLE 2 Hydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH)Collected during the Fish Population Study on the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ........................................................... 20TABLE 3 Total number of fish caught in each section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............................... 21TABLE 4 Catch rates for species caught in each section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS), March 27-28,2002 .................................... 22TABLE 5 Mean sizes and range of sizes for the two species, sheepshead minnowand sailfin molly caught in the Essential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS),M arch 27-28, 2002 .................................................................................... 2305727-800/STPEGS/FiFh Population Study May, 2002 LIST OF FIGURESFIGURE 1 The four sampling Quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4) established in the47 acre Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ................... 25FIGURE 2 Location of gill net, hoop net, and trawl samples collectedin the 47 acre Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............... 26FIGURE 3 Cumulative length frequency of sheepshead minnow,Cyprinidon variegatus, captured in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ......................................................... 27FIGURE 4 Cumulative length frequency of sailfin molly,Poecilia latipinna, captured in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ......................................................... 28LIST OF APPENDICESAPPENDIX A Water Quality Data: Graph of pH ranges in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), from November 1999 until the present ...................... 31APPENDIX B Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study, January 2002 ....................... 33-36r~tj~,risn 'optMauon ~1uuyU05["72JI8=S P'OpUtaTionl SlhJyMay, 2UU2iii EMIL.EXECUTIVE SUMMARYFish composition, size ranges, relative abundance, and estimates of total abundance wereinvestigated in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station 47-acre Essential CoolingPond (ECP) through the use of three types of sampling gear (trawl, gill net, and hoop net). Of thethree gear types used to sample the ECP, only the trawl was productive in catching fish. A total of5,589 fish representing two species, sheepshead minnow (Cyprinodon variegatus) and sailfinmolly (Poecilia latipinna), were caught during the study. Sheepshead minnows and sailfin molliesare both common species in Texas and are indigenous to coastal streams, rivers, and estuaries.Mean sizes for both species ranged from 27 to 62 mm total length (TL) (1 inch to 2.5 inches)and were evenly distributed across all sample sections. Sheepshead minnows were mostabundant in quadrant Q2A and sailfin mollies were more abundant in Q4A near the intakestructure. Relative abundance for both species was evenly distributed across quadrants Q2 and03. The total number of fish caught in quadrant Q1, near the discharge, was significantly lowerthan the total number of fish caught in quadrants Q2, Q3, and Q4. Total abundance estimatesderived from the total number of fish caught, total amount of trawling effort and total area covered,indicate that a population of 535,000 fish comprised of both species exists in the ECP. Thisestimate is an extrapolation from the data collected and is based on assumptions about theexisting populations and the sample gear used. Therefore, interpretation of such data may resultin an over estimate of total abundance. It is, however, our belief that fish populations in the ECPare not overabundant.Fish congregating at or near the intake structures may be attributed to the availability of food,structure or cover, and protection from environmental stresses. Under normal operating andenvironment conditions, both species would be expected to avoid the higher water velocitiesfound immediately adjacent to the intake structure. Excessive impingement and entrainment oforganisms is a factor more of how the pumps are operated rather than the total number of fishpresent in the ECP. Prevention of fish congregating in the intake structures may be achieved bymaintaining a constant flow rate at the intake screens and in the pump wells and/or by changingthe chemical composition of the water in the pump wells. If pumps must be shut down, adding05727-800/STPEGS/Fish Population Study May, 2002iv EM~.chemicals such as rotenone, chlorine or other chemicals in the pump wells may create waterconditions unsuitable for fish and prevent them from congregating in the area.Based on the data we collected during this study and discussion with site personnel whoobserved the size/species distribution associated with the Essential Cooling Water Pump 1Cstrainer clogging, the existing population in the ECP is not expected to cause a recurrence of thiscondition as long as precautionary measures are taken to preclude fish from utilizing thescreen/pump well areas during pump shut down and start up. Management recommendations formonitoring and control of the existing population are discussed in the body of the report.05727-800/STPEGS/Fish Population StudyMay, 2002V | ||
==1.0 INTRODUCTION== | ==1.0 INTRODUCTION== | ||
This document presents a summarized report for the Fish Population Study performed on the 47acre Essential Cooling Pond (ECP) at the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station(STPEGS), Wadsworth, Texas. The objective of this study was to determine baselinecharacteristics of the fish population (Nekton Population) in the 47 acre ECP and to providemanagement recommendations for monitoring and controlling said fish population. Section 1presents the materials and methods arranged categorically. Section 2 discusses the datacollected. Section 3 presents a discussion of the results and provides managementrecommendations.1.1 MATERIALS AND METHODSThe fish population study was conducted in accordance with techniques described inFISHERIES TECHNIQUES by Nielson and Johnson (1983), published by the AmericanFisheries Society.The ECP was divided into four quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) based on linear shorelinemeasurements of approximately 1000 feet (Figure 1). Each quadrant was divided into twoapproximately equal sections and labeled as section A or B for each quadrant starting in aclockwise direction from the discharge structure around to the intake structure. A total of eightsections were identified in the ECP. A GARMIN 48 handheld GPS unit was used to verifysample quadrants and sections. Latitude and longitude coordinates were recorded for allsamples collected. Per the request of site management (Pre-Job Brief) no gill nets or hoop netswere set within 1000 feet of the intake structure. Gill net and hoop net sets designated for Q4were set on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot line in Q3 (Figure 2). Hydrological andnekton sampling methodology are detailed below.'4WC,-VIJOOI rLaorIbi, rupuiaiiui, ctuuy 17- -ý i" /p al tUJIL UI 1 1.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATAA YSI Model 58 temperature/oxygen meter was used to measure water temperature (00) anddissolved oxygen (mg/I). These parameters were measured at the start and end of eachsampling day. Both parameters were measured at mid-water depth. Water depths werereported by site personnel to be approximately 9 feet to 12 feet at the pump intake structure.South Texas Project's Nuclear Operating Company Chemistry/Environmental personnelprovided additional water quality data. These data included pH and conductivity. Conductivitywas converted to salinity [parts per thousand (ppt)] using a conversion nomogram. Hydrologicaldata collected during this study were used only as base-line reference points for currentconditions in the ECP.1.3 NEKTONThe following gear types were used to establish sample size (numbers) and species (kinds) of fishpresent in the ECP. These gear types are routinely used by fisheries biologists for conductingtotal fish population assessments.Trawl samples were collected in the ECP using a 6.1 m (20 ft) otter trawl measured along thehead-rope from shackle to shackle. A trawl door measuring 1.2 m long and 0.6 m tall (48 inch x21 inch) was attached to each wing of the net. Each door was shackled to a 30.4-m (100 ft) longbridal and then attached to the stern of the towing vessel. The trawl was comprised of 3.8-cm (13/8-inch) stretched-nylon mesh and the cod end of the trawl was covered by a 6.3-mm (1/4 inch)nylon mesh sock. Trawl samples were towed for ten minutes behind a 16-foot center-consoleboat powered by a 40 hp motor. In the initial work scope, tow speed was set at 3.0 knots for allsamples; however, trawls were towed at approximately 2.0 knots in an effort to minimize netavoidance caused by engine prop wash. A total of eight trawl samples were collected (2 per eachQuadrant). All finfish species were measured for total length (TL) to the nearest mm. If more than50 individuals of a species occurred in sample, a random subsample of 50 was measured and theremaining individuals were counted to obtain a total number for each species.UD~ CI'tAJO~Q I rcuors~,I r~JIJut4utJ,, oiuuy 2 tviay ctnJc057 7- -F -O rEl/isl rpuI~u oln i u iy2Maey =w Gill net samples were collected in the ECP using four (4) experimental gill nets constructed ofmonofilament mesh. Each net was 91.4-m (300 ft) long, 2-m (6 ft) deep and was comprised offour separate 22.9-m (75-foot) sections of 1.3-, 2.5-, 5.1-, and 7.6-cm (1/2-,1- , 2-, and 3-inch)stretched mesh connected in ascending mesh sizes. Two 15-lb concrete blocks were used toanchor each gill net to the bottom and one 15-lb block was used to anchor each gill net on theshore. Gill nets were set in randomly selected sections within each quadrant. Quadrant 4 gillnet was set on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot boundary line separating Quadrant 3and Quadrant 4 (the net was essentially set in Quadrant 3) per the Pre-Job Brief requirementthat no nets be set within 1000 ft of the intake structure. Gill nets were set starting shortlybefore sunset (6:18 pm) and were retrieved within 2 hours after sunrise (6:38 am) on thefollowing morning. No fish were captured in any of the gill net sets. Had fish been captured inthe gill nets, they would have been sorted according to each section of mesh, identified byspecies, and measured for TL to the nearest millimeter.Four hoop net samples were set in the ECP using hoop nets constructed of fiberglass rings and cottonnetting material. Each net measured 3.6-m (12-ft) in length, had an opening hoop diameter of 0.91--m(3-ft), and was covered by 5.1-cm (2-inch) stretched cotton mesh netting dipped in nylon coating.Hoop nets were set in a randomly selected section within each quadrant. Quadrant 4 hoop net wasset on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot boundary line separating Quadrant 3 and Quadrant 4(the net was essentially set in Quadrant 3) per the Pre-Job Brief requirement that no nets be set within1000-foot of the intake structure. Each net was baited with a fish attractant (one can of dog food,recommended by local commercial fishermen). Hoop nets were set with the opening facing downcurrent, anchored by two 15-lb concrete blocks and marked with buoys for easy retrieval. No fish werecaptured in any of the hoop net sets. Had fish been captured in the hoop nets, they would have beensorted by species and measured for TL to the nearest millimeter.1.4 DATA ANALYSISData analysis was conducted for eight trawl samples and included the following parameters:total number of fish for each species captured, calculation of average size and range of sizes foreach species, cumulative length frequencies for each species, and an estimate of relativeabundance for each species.U572/-0t-UU/: IH'tU6:/F-ISn Population Study3 Relative abundance was calculated by dividing the total number of each species captured bythe amount of effort (time) the gear was used. This value represents catch-per-unit-effort(CPUE). CPUE is directly proportional to the total abundance of fish in the stock and can beused to make further statistical analyses such as comparing catch rates from quadrant toquadrant or from year to year.Additional statistical analyses were performed in order to test for homogeneity between samplevariances (t-Test: Two-Sample Assuming Equal Variances) and to test for variability amongsample means (ANOVA) (Alder and Roessler, 1977; Ott and Mendenhall, 1993).n | This document presents a summarized report for the Fish Population Study performed on the 47acre Essential Cooling Pond (ECP) at the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station(STPEGS), Wadsworth, Texas. The objective of this study was to determine baselinecharacteristics of the fish population (Nekton Population) in the 47 acre ECP and to providemanagement recommendations for monitoring and controlling said fish population. Section 1presents the materials and methods arranged categorically. Section 2 discusses the datacollected. Section 3 presents a discussion of the results and provides managementrecommendations.1.1 MATERIALS AND METHODSThe fish population study was conducted in accordance with techniques described inFISHERIES TECHNIQUES by Nielson and Johnson (1983), published by the AmericanFisheries Society.The ECP was divided into four quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) based on linear shorelinemeasurements of approximately 1000 feet (Figure 1). Each quadrant was divided into twoapproximately equal sections and labeled as section A or B for each quadrant starting in aclockwise direction from the discharge structure around to the intake structure. A total of eightsections were identified in the ECP. A GARMIN 48 handheld GPS unit was used to verifysample quadrants and sections. Latitude and longitude coordinates were recorded for allsamples collected. Per the request of site management (Pre-Job Brief) no gill nets or hoop netswere set within 1000 feet of the intake structure. Gill net and hoop net sets designated for Q4were set on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot line in Q3 (Figure 2). Hydrological andnekton sampling methodology are detailed below.'4WC,-VIJOOI rLaorIbi, rupuiaiiui, ctuuy 17- -ý i" /p al tUJIL UI 1 1.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATAA YSI Model 58 temperature/oxygen meter was used to measure water temperature (00) anddissolved oxygen (mg/I). These parameters were measured at the start and end of eachsampling day. Both parameters were measured at mid-water depth. Water depths werereported by site personnel to be approximately 9 feet to 12 feet at the pump intake structure.South Texas Project's Nuclear Operating Company Chemistry/Environmental personnelprovided additional water quality data. These data included pH and conductivity. Conductivitywas converted to salinity [parts per thousand (ppt)] using a conversion nomogram. Hydrologicaldata collected during this study were used only as base-line reference points for currentconditions in the ECP.1.3 NEKTONThe following gear types were used to establish sample size (numbers) and species (kinds) of fishpresent in the ECP. These gear types are routinely used by fisheries biologists for conductingtotal fish population assessments.Trawl samples were collected in the ECP using a 6.1 m (20 ft) otter trawl measured along thehead-rope from shackle to shackle. A trawl door measuring 1.2 m long and 0.6 m tall (48 inch x21 inch) was attached to each wing of the net. Each door was shackled to a 30.4-m (100 ft) longbridal and then attached to the stern of the towing vessel. The trawl was comprised of 3.8-cm (13/8-inch) stretched-nylon mesh and the cod end of the trawl was covered by a 6.3-mm (1/4 inch)nylon mesh sock. Trawl samples were towed for ten minutes behind a 16-foot center-consoleboat powered by a 40 hp motor. In the initial work scope, tow speed was set at 3.0 knots for allsamples; however, trawls were towed at approximately 2.0 knots in an effort to minimize netavoidance caused by engine prop wash. A total of eight trawl samples were collected (2 per eachQuadrant). All finfish species were measured for total length (TL) to the nearest mm. If more than50 individuals of a species occurred in sample, a random subsample of 50 was measured and theremaining individuals were counted to obtain a total number for each species.UD~ CI'tAJO~Q I rcuors~,I r~JIJut4utJ,, oiuuy 2 tviay ctnJc057 7- -F -O rEl/isl rpuI~u oln i u iy2Maey =w Gill net samples were collected in the ECP using four (4) experimental gill nets constructed ofmonofilament mesh. Each net was 91.4-m (300 ft) long, 2-m (6 ft) deep and was comprised offour separate 22.9-m (75-foot) sections of 1.3-, 2.5-, 5.1-, and 7.6-cm (1/2-,1- , 2-, and 3-inch)stretched mesh connected in ascending mesh sizes. Two 15-lb concrete blocks were used toanchor each gill net to the bottom and one 15-lb block was used to anchor each gill net on theshore. Gill nets were set in randomly selected sections within each quadrant. Quadrant 4 gillnet was set on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot boundary line separating Quadrant 3and Quadrant 4 (the net was essentially set in Quadrant 3) per the Pre-Job Brief requirementthat no nets be set within 1000 ft of the intake structure. Gill nets were set starting shortlybefore sunset (6:18 pm) and were retrieved within 2 hours after sunrise (6:38 am) on thefollowing morning. No fish were captured in any of the gill net sets. Had fish been captured inthe gill nets, they would have been sorted according to each section of mesh, identified byspecies, and measured for TL to the nearest millimeter.Four hoop net samples were set in the ECP using hoop nets constructed of fiberglass rings and cottonnetting material. Each net measured 3.6-m (12-ft) in length, had an opening hoop diameter of 0.91--m(3-ft), and was covered by 5.1-cm (2-inch) stretched cotton mesh netting dipped in nylon coating.Hoop nets were set in a randomly selected section within each quadrant. Quadrant 4 hoop net wasset on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot boundary line separating Quadrant 3 and Quadrant 4(the net was essentially set in Quadrant 3) per the Pre-Job Brief requirement that no nets be set within1000-foot of the intake structure. Each net was baited with a fish attractant (one can of dog food,recommended by local commercial fishermen). Hoop nets were set with the opening facing downcurrent, anchored by two 15-lb concrete blocks and marked with buoys for easy retrieval. No fish werecaptured in any of the hoop net sets. Had fish been captured in the hoop nets, they would have beensorted by species and measured for TL to the nearest millimeter.1.4 DATA ANALYSISData analysis was conducted for eight trawl samples and included the following parameters:total number of fish for each species captured, calculation of average size and range of sizes foreach species, cumulative length frequencies for each species, and an estimate of relativeabundance for each species.U572/-0t-UU/: IH'tU6:/F-ISn Population Study3 Relative abundance was calculated by dividing the total number of each species captured bythe amount of effort (time) the gear was used. This value represents catch-per-unit-effort(CPUE). CPUE is directly proportional to the total abundance of fish in the stock and can beused to make further statistical analyses such as comparing catch rates from quadrant toquadrant or from year to year.Additional statistical analyses were performed in order to test for homogeneity between samplevariances (t-Test: Two-Sample Assuming Equal Variances) and to test for variability amongsample means (ANOVA) (Alder and Roessler, 1977; Ott and Mendenhall, 1993).n QJQTDCr_'QIC;ýk 0;ý-I.C- C-A, M _F04ay 2.0 RESULTSThe results of our study are presented below.2.1 SAMPLE LOCATIONSSample locations for gill nets, hoop nets, and trawls are shown in Figure 2. Latitude and longitudecoordinates for each sample site are presented in Table 1. A total of 16 samples were collectedduring this study. Hydrological and nekton data are presented below.2.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATAHydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH) are presented inTable 2.Water temperature during the study was 20.5 'C at the start of the study and 20.4 °C at thecompletion of the study.Dissolved oxygen (DO) readings during the study period ranged from 7.8 mg/I to 9.8 mg/I. DOreadings were the highest in Quadrant 1 and the lowest in Quadrant 4. DO readings decreasedincrementally from quadrant to quadrant as the sample stations moved further away from thedischarge structure. This is to be expected, based on the turbulence near the discharge servingas an aerator. Dissolved oxygen readings were higher on day 1 than day 2 for all samplestations. Lowest dissolved oxygen readings were recorded on the second day of the study duringthe retrieval of the gill nets and hoop nets. A reading of 7.8 mg/I was recorded at Q4. Quadrant 1dissolved oxygen readings on day 2 dropped down to 8.0 mg/l.STPEGS' Project Manager provided additional water quality data. Their data during the studyperiod indicated the pH to range from 8.87 to 8.89 and conductivity to be 1114 qS/cm to 1131.qS/cm. Conversion of conductivity readings to salinity parts per thousand (ppt) indicated thatsalinity was <2.0 ppt. Additional water quality data provided by STPEGS'sChemistry/Environmental personnel indicated that pH in the ECP has fluctuated between 8.3 and9.5 since November 1999 (Appendix A).UOICt~tAJOIOI rcuoIrIbII rupumirurr otuuy 5 gv~y ~uueU5727-ýSII Ipu atiUI on U y5M~ay 2002, 2.3 NEKTONA total of 5,589 fish representing 2 species was caught during this study (Table 3). Speciescollected during sampling were Cyprinodon variegatus, (Sheepshead minnow) and Poecilialatipinna, (Sailfin molly). The trawl was the only gear type to capture fish. A discussion of eachsampling gear is detailed below.2.3.1 TrawlsA total of eight (8) trawl samples-were collected on the 47 acre ECP. Trawl samples werecollected from eight different sections (Q1A, Q1 B, Q2A, Q2B, Q3A, Q3B, Q4A, and Q4B) of theECP (Figure 2). Each section was trawled for 10 minutes at a tow speed of 2 knots. However,trawl sample Q4A was trawled for 8 minutes due to a twist in the trawl door that occurred duringsampling. No attempt was made to redo the sample due to the proximity to the intake structure(within 1000 ft) and because the area was already covered during the initial trawl samplecollection. Trawling twice in the same sample area during the same sample period could resultin even fewer fish being caught. CPUE was adjusted according to different trawl times. A two-sample t-statistic was run to test for difference in sample population means between Q4A andQ4B. T-statistic results indicated there was no significant (95% level) difference between thetwo sample population means; further indicating there was no bias introduced by the shortenedtrawl time.Total catch (by number and catch rate) for each section is presented in Table 3. Section Q2Ahad the largest number of fish captured of all sections sampled. Section Q1 B had the fewestnumber of fish captured. ANOVA test results across all eight samples indicated that there wasno significant (95% level) difference between sample means, thus indicating that all eight trawlsamples were homogeneous.Total fish caught by quadrant indicates a significantly lower number of fish were caught in Q1 ascompared to the other three quadrants. However, the total number of fish caught in Q2, Q3, andQ4 were not significantly different from one another.UO~~t-LflJN~I rtu~,rwfI ropuwtivri otutiy 6 May ~UU~-opu t~onl ou y6may 2002=: | ||
Catch rates for each section and quadrant are listed in Table 4. Catch rates by speciesindicates that sheepshead minnows were most prevalent in section Q2A and least abundant inQ1B. Sailfin mollies were most prevalent in section Q4A and least abundant in sections QIA,Q1 B, and Q3A. Species relative abundance was most evenly distributed across Q2 and Q3.The abundance of sailfin mollies in Q4 can be attributed to a number of different components;however, the availability of food and habitat (structure) as it relates to the intake structure aremost likely the key components. Mean sizes for both species were the same across all samplesections (Table 5). The widest range was for sailfin mollies, which ranged from 27 to 62 mm TL(1 inch to 2.5 inches). The abundance of sailfin mollies was most prevalent in the 40 to 55 mmTL (1.5 to 2.25 inches) size class. Cumulative length frequencies for both species arepresented in Figures 3 and 4.2.3.2 Gill NetsFour experimental gill nets were set in the ECP; one net per quadrant in randomly selectedsections of each quadrant. No fish were captured in any of the gill net samples. Gill net fishingtimes (effort) are listed in Table 6. Average fishing time for gill nets was 13.24 hours.2.3.3 Hoop NetsFour hoop nets were set in the ECP; one net per quadrant in randomly selected sections of eachquadrant. No fish were captured in any of the hoop net samples. Hoop net fishing times (effort)are listed in Table 6. Average fishing time for hoop nets was 14.01 hours.u~LeI-LAJ~ I rtu~irisn rupui~uun ~iuuy 7 IVIdY CUUC05727-00/1 IE~is opulatton Sludy7Maliy 2LqJ EKr RNITA.3.0 DISCUSSIONDiscussions of the results for our study and management recommendations are detailed below.3.1 RESULTSHydrological data were collected during this study for the purpose of establishing baseline waterquality parameters in the ECP. No statistical correlation between fish abundance and waterquality was performed using these data. Any inferences concerning possible correlation wouldbe speculative at best and would require more data.Trawling was the only successful method of capturing fish in the ECP. Trawl samples collectedin each of the four quadrants contained fish. Although only two species were captured, the totalnumber and catch rate for each species indicates these fish are prevalent in all areas of theECP. Quadrant 1 was the only quadrant sampled which had a significant difference in totalnumber of fish. This fact can most likely be attributed to the amount of water being dischargedby the plant into quadrant 1 of the ECP. Despite the fact that most fish species are attracted towater currents, flow rates from the discharge structure into Quadrant 1 are judged to be highenough to discourage most fish from residing in this area, specifically smaller fish such as thosecollected in our samples. In fact, it may be great enough to flush them from the area or limittheir presence to the perimeter of the pond. A similar difference in distribution could beexpected directly in front of the intake structure. However, it would be impossible to discernwhere exactly the fish in our study were caught because trawling methods used covered bothshoreline and open water areas. Furthermore, trawl samples were not collected immediately infront of the intake structure for safety reasons.Data from the four gill net and four hoop net samples indicate the absence of larger fish speciesin the ECP. Although it is possible the sampling gears may have been selective for species andsizes, it is highly unlikely that all eight samples would have resulted in zero catches if fish of anysize over 3 inches were present in the ECP. Furthermore, the lack of species diversity collectedduring trawl samples indicates no other species were present in the pond. Trawling is typicallyselective for the size of the individual captured, but not selective for species.-~a -C.JUC0512 -0viyo I s PoL/InFpulaionl~ oudy8May 2002 EKR.The lack of species diversity has been further validated by data collected by STPEGS sitepersonnel. Their preliminary data indicated that only sheepshead minnows and sailfin mollieswere the species present (Appendix B). Their data were collected using baited minnow traps ator near the intake structure and the discharge structure. Comparative analysis of catch ratesbetween gears is very difficult. Although no direct correlation between STPEGS data and thedata we collected was conducted, the use of minnow traps to collect data as it pertains torelative abundance, size distribution, and species composition could prove valuable assumingproper sampling techniques are followed. These would include standardizing sample stations,sample times (soak time), placement depths, and baiting techniques to name a few.Data analysis of the eight trawl samples indicated the fish populations sampled werehomogeneous. Mean sizes of fish captured in all four quadrants were similar for both species.Data analysis of sample size and catch rates indicate that Q1 was significantly different fromQ2, Q3, and Q4. This significant difference can most likely be attributed to the velocity water inQI. Total abundance of fish was determined based on total number of fish caught andestimates of area covered during trawl samples.In an effort to estimate the total number of fish in the ECP, we made several basic assumptions,the validity of which we cannot verify based on a single set of samples. We have taken a "worstcase" approach, which could overestimate the actual population size.We have assumed that there is a uniform distribution of fish throughout the ECP, both in depthand in width. We have also assumed that our trawling effort covered 5% of the total watervolume and caught all fish that encountered the gear. Therefore, we collected 5% of the totalpopulation during our sampling effort. Based on these assumptions and extrapolation of thedata, there is a population of 535,000 fish in the ECP, comprised of both species. However, weknow that the fish are not uniformly distributed (Q1 was statistically different than Q2, Q3, Q4 inour data) and the size of the area sampled was not precisely 5% of the total area.Consequently, the actual population size could be less than this. As both species are morecommonly found in shallow water or shoreline areas rather than open- or deep-water areas, it ishighly probable that fish collected in the trawls were captured only from the shoreline zones. Ifs opua on u9,vay this is true, the total population would be expected to be less than what we estimated, as theestimate is based on the total volume, not just the shallow shoreline area. Having determinedthat this is likely the case, we do not feel that either species is overpopulated.Congregation of these species at or near the intake structure may be attributed to the availabilityof food, structure or cover, and protection from environmental stresses such as extensive coldspells. During normal environmental conditions, fish in the ECP should tend to seek out naturalhabitats or niches. The occurrence of fish in the intake wells during cold weather conditions is anatural response. Fish will seek protected waters that provide relief from existing environmentalconditions. The intake structure could provide such habitat. This could be particularly truewhen pumps are shutdown, creating a calm water refuge in the screen/pump wells. If this infact happens, one would expect an increase in impingement when pumps are turned back on.Under normal operating and environmental conditions, both species would be expected to avoidthe higher water velocities found immediately adjacent to the intake structure. Therefore, webelieve that excessive impingement could occur only when pumps are shut down for anextended time period and fish either seek shelter within the intake structure pump wells, orutilize it as new habitat due to additional food availability and/or cover. Preventing fish fromcongregating in the intake structures may be achieved by maintaining a constant flow ratethrough the screens and/or by changing the chemical composition of the water around thepumps. This may be accomplished by dispersing chemicals, such as rotenone, chlorine, orother chemicals, directly into the water in the pump wells prior to restarting of pumps.The species captured from the ECP, Cyprinodon variegatus (sheepshead minnow) and Poecilialatipinna (sailfin molly) are common to brackish waters of the Texas Gulf Coast and bothspecies are found in the many rivers and streams that enter the Texas bays. Make-up water forthe ECP was from the main cooling reservoir, which originally came from the adjacent ColoradoRiver. Both species are common in this river system (Texas Parks and Wildlife, personalcommunication).Although the possible sources of these fish were not evaluated in this study, ENSR is of theopinion that fish were introduced during the initial filling of the ECP. This means of introduction05127-0=6/ I Ftt;:gw-Sn' Hopulation Zjtucly10may 2002 is highly probable if surface water was used to fill the pond. In the case of the sheepsheadminnow, eggs could have also been carried in on the feet, legs, and plumage of various wadingand aquatic birds as their eggs are semi-adhesive and are capable of adhering to thesesurfaces. This mechanism of introduction is not deemed possible with sailfin mollies.Of the two species captured, sheepshead minnows were more prevalent by a ratio of 50:1.Mean sizes of both species caught in the ECP were within normal length ranges and themajority of fish were either subadult or adults. Maximum length for sheepshead minnows was55 mm TL (2.25 inches) and the maximum length for sailfin mollies was 62 mm TL (2.6 inches).No fish less than 20 mm TL were caught. The lack of juvenile fish in the samples is most likelya result of mesh size used on the trawl. A smaller mesh size would need to be used to capturethe juvenile fish.Sheepshead minnows are a very hardy species. They are tolerable of a wide range of waterquality conditions and are commonly found in marine, brackish, and freshwater habitats. Theyprefer shallow water habitats and are most common along sandy or silty shorelines.Sheepshead minnows can reach a maximum size of 3 inches and have an average life span ofabout three years. They are very prolific breeders reaching sexual maturity by the time they areone year old. They are egg layers and will spawn multiple times during the spring and summermonths allowing them to populate an area in a very short period of time. They will layapproximately 20-25 eggs per spawn and their eggs are semi-adhesive. Sheepshead minnowsare detritivores and prefer to feed over substrates of silt and detritus. They are known to burrowinto soft substrate during adverse conditions, such as large temperature fluctuations andextreme tidal changes; which enables them to survive these situations.Sailfin mollies are primarily a brackish water species. They are known to be very adaptable inthe wild and are commonly found in freshwater rivers and streams as well as saltwaterenvironments. They feed mostly on algae and other plant matter that is available. Sailfinmollies are surface dwelling and swim freely in open areas, and they are particular to watersthat are high in calcium (hard water) and more alkaline waters ranging in pH from 7.5 to 8.5.Sailfin mollies are typically 4 to 6 inches in length and have an average life span of 3 years.Po ulation StuA, Ma 2002F1"1 ENsRThey are live bearers, giving birth to 20 to 80 fully developed young in each brood. The femalesailfin molly will give birth once every six to eight weeks during the breeding season (April toSeptember). They can produce young year round; however, they normally do not give birthwhen water temperatures are below 21.1°C.Beneficial aspects of these fish species in the ECP were not evaluated during our study.However, both species are known to feed on algae as well as other plant matter such as detritusand therefore could have a positive impact on the ECP. Furthermore, the ability of these fish tomaintain healthy populations in the ECP is a good indication that the present ecosystem isproviding necessary food, habitat, and water quality. It should be noted however, that currentturbidity levels in the ECP are too high to allow establishment of large quantities of algaethroughout the entire pond. Most of the algae should be isolated along the shoreline whereavailable sunlight can penetrate the water and allow algae to grow. It is our opinion that if algaelevels were to get to problematic levels in the ECP, it would require a larger population than thecurrent population of fish to alleviate the problem.3.2 MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONSManagement of undesirable fish populations is achieved by using three basic methods:chemical, biological, and mechanical. Chemical and biological means are favored overmechanical controls for most species of fishes (Kohler and Hubert, 1993). Before determiningwhat management approach will be most effective, several factors should be considered andevaluated. These include cost, size of the water body, water temperature and quality, targetspecies, environmental concerns, and location of the water body (Kohler and Hubert, 1993).The use of chemical methods to control undesirable fish populations has become a very populartool for fisheries managers. Most chemicals are easily applied, require a short time to getresults, and very inexpensive when compared to other methods. Chemical methods aretypically used to treat an entire system where the goal is the removal of all fish. Chemicals canalso be used to partially treat particular sections, or spawning sites of selected fishes in an effortU~727-COWi I PL(~S/HSfl I~opuIation ~tudy 12 May ~UO205727-008/Zi 1 PE(35/I-I$1 Population 12may z200 EN, .to remove a major portion of the population. This approach usually requires the introduction ofa predatory species to forage on the remaining residual population.Chemicals used as fish toxicants must meet the needs* of the fishery managers. The toxicantshould be specific for the targeted species, easy and safe to apply, degrade to a harmlessconstituent, must be effective over a broad range of water quality conditions, and be registeredfor use in the aquatic environment (Lennon et al. 1970).There are four approved and registered toxicants in the United States, two of which areregistered for "general" use and will be discussed; rotenone and Antimycin. Fisheries managerscommonly use both of these toxicants.Rotenone is the most common fish toxicant used by fisheries managers. Rotenone works byshutting down the oxygen transfer system in fish, which eventually causes suffocation. Thechemical is safe and effective when applied properly and has almost no adverse affect on birdsor mammals. Rotenone comes in liquid and powder formulations and can be dispersed byvarious methods. Liquid forms are easier to handle; however, they work best in shallower lakesand ponds. Rotenone is usually applied in the summer or fall when the water temperatures areabove 20'C. There are several factors that affect the toxicity of rotenone; water temperature,light, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and alkalinity. Some species of fish can tolerate low levels ofoxygen and are therefore less susceptible to the effects of rotenone.Antimycin is an antibiotic and is the only other chemical registered as a "general" fish toxicant(Kohler and Hubert 1993). It is available only in a liquid form and is not as effective in deeperlakes. Antimycin is commonly referred to as Fintrol; however, it is not a common product foundon the market. Antimycin is most effective in lakes, ponds, and streams that are comprised of asoft-water chemistry.n.10ý 0 1 -i stuý, M -02op vsuau 13jay IKRIBiological methods used to control undesirable fish species include the use of predation byother species of fish, birds, mammals, etc. It also includes the use of pathogens andbiomanipulation to achieve the desired ecological balance. The use of biological methodsusually requires adding one or more biological mechanism(s) into the natural system. Addingnew species or managing for a particular species to control an undesirable species can haveadverse effects on the overall management goals. Before choosing this approach, fisheriesmanagers must evaluate whether the predator-prey combination will be effective as a controlagent. Biological control methods are less expensive than chemical methods; however, thedesired result is not attained as rapidly as with chemical methods, but often it is a morepermanent method.Mechanical methods used to control undesirable fish species include water level manipulation,traps, barriers, commercial fishing, and electricity. Other methods include seines, trawls, gillnets, and cast nets. All of these gears are labor intensive and require multiple applications overan extended period of time to have an overall impact on the fishery.Complete eradication of undesirable fish species is seldom possible. However, control of existingspecies can be achieved by using methods that are applied at a time and location when theundesirable species is most vulnerable. The use of an integrated management approach mayprove to be more effective than any one single approach.Based on the fish species present and the present population structure, management of thesespecies may be best achieved by utilizing a combination of management approaches. Somepossible approaches could include the following:* Complete removal of both species through the use of chemicals such as Rotenone;* Management of species using both mechanical and chemical methods such as trawls,seining, and traps, followed by supplemental Rotenone applications;* Management of species using mechanical methods described and supplemented by stockingof predator species; and* Management of species using only mechanical methods.U3,C-~AOOrcurisi rpuiwuiiowuyIV~Y CUC 15U 7-00/-JIoI Po'pulation Study14auy -'u All things considered, total removal of all fish from the Essential Cooling Pond may not bepossible and or desirable due to beneficial aspects such as algae control. Using chemicals canbe quite costly and will most likely not kill all the fish in the pond. Remaining individuals would beable to repopulate the pond in time. Furthermore, a massive kill could require a considerableamount of manpower and there is the possibility that dead fish would clog the screens at theintake structure.Managing the species using multiple methods may prove most beneficial. First, capture of the fishusing trawls or other gear will provide continuing data on the productivity of the fish population.Second, the cost associated with sampling will not be as high. Third, sampling could take placeduring times of the year when fish populations are the highest and pose the greatest threat to thepumps. For example, changes in numbers or species distribution detected in minnow traps couldbe used to implement control methodology. Fourth, supplementing the sampling with heavydosages of rotenone in specific areas of the lake during peak spawning periods and before orduring the coldest winter months could help manage the populations. An additional approachincludes managing the pond by having a commercial fisherman harvest the two fish species.Both species are popular on the tropical fish market and/or are used by commercial laboratoriesfor toxicity testing.The use of biological methods does work in some well managed lakes and ponds. However, theuse of a biological control in the ECP would require continued management of stocked predatorspecies and could eventually become a management problem in and of itself in the future.Given the dynamics of the ECP and the species present, managing the fish population will requirean established monitoring and control plan based on the recommendations above. Periodicmonitoring of the fish population in the pond should be used to determine if any controlmethodology is required based on plant operational considerations. For example, quarterlysampling using minnow traps with a standardized sampling program would provide size andspecies distribution information that could serve as a basis for initiating additional actions.Jug C, tJv0,c, r~~orICI H FUWUHGIIUI H CtUU~Uol~ ~ ~~ op a, lliFVInU Ituy15ay S:~RIn an effort to prevent impingement after extended periods when a pump may be shut down, it isrecommended that chemicals could be applied to the screen/pump wells prior to shut down toexclude or eliminate fish. Additionally, the placement of stop logs in the intake structure shouldhelp to preclude fish from utilizing the screen/pump wells during the down periods. | Catch rates for each section and quadrant are listed in Table 4. Catch rates by speciesindicates that sheepshead minnows were most prevalent in section Q2A and least abundant inQ1B. Sailfin mollies were most prevalent in section Q4A and least abundant in sections QIA,Q1 B, and Q3A. Species relative abundance was most evenly distributed across Q2 and Q3.The abundance of sailfin mollies in Q4 can be attributed to a number of different components;however, the availability of food and habitat (structure) as it relates to the intake structure aremost likely the key components. Mean sizes for both species were the same across all samplesections (Table 5). The widest range was for sailfin mollies, which ranged from 27 to 62 mm TL(1 inch to 2.5 inches). The abundance of sailfin mollies was most prevalent in the 40 to 55 mmTL (1.5 to 2.25 inches) size class. Cumulative length frequencies for both species arepresented in Figures 3 and 4.2.3.2 Gill NetsFour experimental gill nets were set in the ECP; one net per quadrant in randomly selectedsections of each quadrant. No fish were captured in any of the gill net samples. Gill net fishingtimes (effort) are listed in Table 6. Average fishing time for gill nets was 13.24 hours.2.3.3 Hoop NetsFour hoop nets were set in the ECP; one net per quadrant in randomly selected sections of eachquadrant. No fish were captured in any of the hoop net samples. Hoop net fishing times (effort)are listed in Table 6. Average fishing time for hoop nets was 14.01 hours.u~LeI-LAJ~ I rtu~irisn rupui~uun ~iuuy 7 IVIdY CUUC05727-00/1 IE~is opulatton Sludy7Maliy 2LqJ EKr RNITA.3.0 DISCUSSIONDiscussions of the results for our study and management recommendations are detailed below.3.1 RESULTSHydrological data were collected during this study for the purpose of establishing baseline waterquality parameters in the ECP. No statistical correlation between fish abundance and waterquality was performed using these data. Any inferences concerning possible correlation wouldbe speculative at best and would require more data.Trawling was the only successful method of capturing fish in the ECP. Trawl samples collectedin each of the four quadrants contained fish. Although only two species were captured, the totalnumber and catch rate for each species indicates these fish are prevalent in all areas of theECP. Quadrant 1 was the only quadrant sampled which had a significant difference in totalnumber of fish. This fact can most likely be attributed to the amount of water being dischargedby the plant into quadrant 1 of the ECP. Despite the fact that most fish species are attracted towater currents, flow rates from the discharge structure into Quadrant 1 are judged to be highenough to discourage most fish from residing in this area, specifically smaller fish such as thosecollected in our samples. In fact, it may be great enough to flush them from the area or limittheir presence to the perimeter of the pond. A similar difference in distribution could beexpected directly in front of the intake structure. However, it would be impossible to discernwhere exactly the fish in our study were caught because trawling methods used covered bothshoreline and open water areas. Furthermore, trawl samples were not collected immediately infront of the intake structure for safety reasons.Data from the four gill net and four hoop net samples indicate the absence of larger fish speciesin the ECP. Although it is possible the sampling gears may have been selective for species andsizes, it is highly unlikely that all eight samples would have resulted in zero catches if fish of anysize over 3 inches were present in the ECP. Furthermore, the lack of species diversity collectedduring trawl samples indicates no other species were present in the pond. Trawling is typicallyselective for the size of the individual captured, but not selective for species.-~a -C.JUC0512 -0viyo I s PoL/InFpulaionl~ oudy8May 2002 EKR.The lack of species diversity has been further validated by data collected by STPEGS sitepersonnel. Their preliminary data indicated that only sheepshead minnows and sailfin mollieswere the species present (Appendix B). Their data were collected using baited minnow traps ator near the intake structure and the discharge structure. Comparative analysis of catch ratesbetween gears is very difficult. Although no direct correlation between STPEGS data and thedata we collected was conducted, the use of minnow traps to collect data as it pertains torelative abundance, size distribution, and species composition could prove valuable assumingproper sampling techniques are followed. These would include standardizing sample stations,sample times (soak time), placement depths, and baiting techniques to name a few.Data analysis of the eight trawl samples indicated the fish populations sampled werehomogeneous. Mean sizes of fish captured in all four quadrants were similar for both species.Data analysis of sample size and catch rates indicate that Q1 was significantly different fromQ2, Q3, and Q4. This significant difference can most likely be attributed to the velocity water inQI. Total abundance of fish was determined based on total number of fish caught andestimates of area covered during trawl samples.In an effort to estimate the total number of fish in the ECP, we made several basic assumptions,the validity of which we cannot verify based on a single set of samples. We have taken a "worstcase" approach, which could overestimate the actual population size.We have assumed that there is a uniform distribution of fish throughout the ECP, both in depthand in width. We have also assumed that our trawling effort covered 5% of the total watervolume and caught all fish that encountered the gear. Therefore, we collected 5% of the totalpopulation during our sampling effort. Based on these assumptions and extrapolation of thedata, there is a population of 535,000 fish in the ECP, comprised of both species. However, weknow that the fish are not uniformly distributed (Q1 was statistically different than Q2, Q3, Q4 inour data) and the size of the area sampled was not precisely 5% of the total area.Consequently, the actual population size could be less than this. As both species are morecommonly found in shallow water or shoreline areas rather than open- or deep-water areas, it ishighly probable that fish collected in the trawls were captured only from the shoreline zones. Ifs opua on u9,vay this is true, the total population would be expected to be less than what we estimated, as theestimate is based on the total volume, not just the shallow shoreline area. Having determinedthat this is likely the case, we do not feel that either species is overpopulated.Congregation of these species at or near the intake structure may be attributed to the availabilityof food, structure or cover, and protection from environmental stresses such as extensive coldspells. During normal environmental conditions, fish in the ECP should tend to seek out naturalhabitats or niches. The occurrence of fish in the intake wells during cold weather conditions is anatural response. Fish will seek protected waters that provide relief from existing environmentalconditions. The intake structure could provide such habitat. This could be particularly truewhen pumps are shutdown, creating a calm water refuge in the screen/pump wells. If this infact happens, one would expect an increase in impingement when pumps are turned back on.Under normal operating and environmental conditions, both species would be expected to avoidthe higher water velocities found immediately adjacent to the intake structure. Therefore, webelieve that excessive impingement could occur only when pumps are shut down for anextended time period and fish either seek shelter within the intake structure pump wells, orutilize it as new habitat due to additional food availability and/or cover. Preventing fish fromcongregating in the intake structures may be achieved by maintaining a constant flow ratethrough the screens and/or by changing the chemical composition of the water around thepumps. This may be accomplished by dispersing chemicals, such as rotenone, chlorine, orother chemicals, directly into the water in the pump wells prior to restarting of pumps.The species captured from the ECP, Cyprinodon variegatus (sheepshead minnow) and Poecilialatipinna (sailfin molly) are common to brackish waters of the Texas Gulf Coast and bothspecies are found in the many rivers and streams that enter the Texas bays. Make-up water forthe ECP was from the main cooling reservoir, which originally came from the adjacent ColoradoRiver. Both species are common in this river system (Texas Parks and Wildlife, personalcommunication).Although the possible sources of these fish were not evaluated in this study, ENSR is of theopinion that fish were introduced during the initial filling of the ECP. This means of introduction05127-0=6/ I Ftt;:gw-Sn' Hopulation Zjtucly10may 2002 is highly probable if surface water was used to fill the pond. In the case of the sheepsheadminnow, eggs could have also been carried in on the feet, legs, and plumage of various wadingand aquatic birds as their eggs are semi-adhesive and are capable of adhering to thesesurfaces. This mechanism of introduction is not deemed possible with sailfin mollies.Of the two species captured, sheepshead minnows were more prevalent by a ratio of 50:1.Mean sizes of both species caught in the ECP were within normal length ranges and themajority of fish were either subadult or adults. Maximum length for sheepshead minnows was55 mm TL (2.25 inches) and the maximum length for sailfin mollies was 62 mm TL (2.6 inches).No fish less than 20 mm TL were caught. The lack of juvenile fish in the samples is most likelya result of mesh size used on the trawl. A smaller mesh size would need to be used to capturethe juvenile fish.Sheepshead minnows are a very hardy species. They are tolerable of a wide range of waterquality conditions and are commonly found in marine, brackish, and freshwater habitats. Theyprefer shallow water habitats and are most common along sandy or silty shorelines.Sheepshead minnows can reach a maximum size of 3 inches and have an average life span ofabout three years. They are very prolific breeders reaching sexual maturity by the time they areone year old. They are egg layers and will spawn multiple times during the spring and summermonths allowing them to populate an area in a very short period of time. They will layapproximately 20-25 eggs per spawn and their eggs are semi-adhesive. Sheepshead minnowsare detritivores and prefer to feed over substrates of silt and detritus. They are known to burrowinto soft substrate during adverse conditions, such as large temperature fluctuations andextreme tidal changes; which enables them to survive these situations.Sailfin mollies are primarily a brackish water species. They are known to be very adaptable inthe wild and are commonly found in freshwater rivers and streams as well as saltwaterenvironments. They feed mostly on algae and other plant matter that is available. Sailfinmollies are surface dwelling and swim freely in open areas, and they are particular to watersthat are high in calcium (hard water) and more alkaline waters ranging in pH from 7.5 to 8.5.Sailfin mollies are typically 4 to 6 inches in length and have an average life span of 3 years.Po ulation StuA, Ma 2002F1"1 ENsRThey are live bearers, giving birth to 20 to 80 fully developed young in each brood. The femalesailfin molly will give birth once every six to eight weeks during the breeding season (April toSeptember). They can produce young year round; however, they normally do not give birthwhen water temperatures are below 21.1°C.Beneficial aspects of these fish species in the ECP were not evaluated during our study.However, both species are known to feed on algae as well as other plant matter such as detritusand therefore could have a positive impact on the ECP. Furthermore, the ability of these fish tomaintain healthy populations in the ECP is a good indication that the present ecosystem isproviding necessary food, habitat, and water quality. It should be noted however, that currentturbidity levels in the ECP are too high to allow establishment of large quantities of algaethroughout the entire pond. Most of the algae should be isolated along the shoreline whereavailable sunlight can penetrate the water and allow algae to grow. It is our opinion that if algaelevels were to get to problematic levels in the ECP, it would require a larger population than thecurrent population of fish to alleviate the problem.3.2 MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONSManagement of undesirable fish populations is achieved by using three basic methods:chemical, biological, and mechanical. Chemical and biological means are favored overmechanical controls for most species of fishes (Kohler and Hubert, 1993). Before determiningwhat management approach will be most effective, several factors should be considered andevaluated. These include cost, size of the water body, water temperature and quality, targetspecies, environmental concerns, and location of the water body (Kohler and Hubert, 1993).The use of chemical methods to control undesirable fish populations has become a very populartool for fisheries managers. Most chemicals are easily applied, require a short time to getresults, and very inexpensive when compared to other methods. Chemical methods aretypically used to treat an entire system where the goal is the removal of all fish. Chemicals canalso be used to partially treat particular sections, or spawning sites of selected fishes in an effortU~727-COWi I PL(~S/HSfl I~opuIation ~tudy 12 May ~UO205727-008/Zi 1 PE(35/I-I$1 Population 12may z200 EN, .to remove a major portion of the population. This approach usually requires the introduction ofa predatory species to forage on the remaining residual population.Chemicals used as fish toxicants must meet the needs* of the fishery managers. The toxicantshould be specific for the targeted species, easy and safe to apply, degrade to a harmlessconstituent, must be effective over a broad range of water quality conditions, and be registeredfor use in the aquatic environment (Lennon et al. 1970).There are four approved and registered toxicants in the United States, two of which areregistered for "general" use and will be discussed; rotenone and Antimycin. Fisheries managerscommonly use both of these toxicants.Rotenone is the most common fish toxicant used by fisheries managers. Rotenone works byshutting down the oxygen transfer system in fish, which eventually causes suffocation. Thechemical is safe and effective when applied properly and has almost no adverse affect on birdsor mammals. Rotenone comes in liquid and powder formulations and can be dispersed byvarious methods. Liquid forms are easier to handle; however, they work best in shallower lakesand ponds. Rotenone is usually applied in the summer or fall when the water temperatures areabove 20'C. There are several factors that affect the toxicity of rotenone; water temperature,light, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and alkalinity. Some species of fish can tolerate low levels ofoxygen and are therefore less susceptible to the effects of rotenone.Antimycin is an antibiotic and is the only other chemical registered as a "general" fish toxicant(Kohler and Hubert 1993). It is available only in a liquid form and is not as effective in deeperlakes. Antimycin is commonly referred to as Fintrol; however, it is not a common product foundon the market. Antimycin is most effective in lakes, ponds, and streams that are comprised of asoft-water chemistry.n.10ý 0 1 -i stuý, M -02op vsuau 13jay IKRIBiological methods used to control undesirable fish species include the use of predation byother species of fish, birds, mammals, etc. It also includes the use of pathogens andbiomanipulation to achieve the desired ecological balance. The use of biological methodsusually requires adding one or more biological mechanism(s) into the natural system. Addingnew species or managing for a particular species to control an undesirable species can haveadverse effects on the overall management goals. Before choosing this approach, fisheriesmanagers must evaluate whether the predator-prey combination will be effective as a controlagent. Biological control methods are less expensive than chemical methods; however, thedesired result is not attained as rapidly as with chemical methods, but often it is a morepermanent method.Mechanical methods used to control undesirable fish species include water level manipulation,traps, barriers, commercial fishing, and electricity. Other methods include seines, trawls, gillnets, and cast nets. All of these gears are labor intensive and require multiple applications overan extended period of time to have an overall impact on the fishery.Complete eradication of undesirable fish species is seldom possible. However, control of existingspecies can be achieved by using methods that are applied at a time and location when theundesirable species is most vulnerable. The use of an integrated management approach mayprove to be more effective than any one single approach.Based on the fish species present and the present population structure, management of thesespecies may be best achieved by utilizing a combination of management approaches. Somepossible approaches could include the following:* Complete removal of both species through the use of chemicals such as Rotenone;* Management of species using both mechanical and chemical methods such as trawls,seining, and traps, followed by supplemental Rotenone applications;* Management of species using mechanical methods described and supplemented by stockingof predator species; and* Management of species using only mechanical methods.U3,C-~AOOrcurisi rpuiwuiiowuyIV~Y CUC 15U 7-00/-JIoI Po'pulation Study14auy -'u All things considered, total removal of all fish from the Essential Cooling Pond may not bepossible and or desirable due to beneficial aspects such as algae control. Using chemicals canbe quite costly and will most likely not kill all the fish in the pond. Remaining individuals would beable to repopulate the pond in time. Furthermore, a massive kill could require a considerableamount of manpower and there is the possibility that dead fish would clog the screens at theintake structure.Managing the species using multiple methods may prove most beneficial. First, capture of the fishusing trawls or other gear will provide continuing data on the productivity of the fish population.Second, the cost associated with sampling will not be as high. Third, sampling could take placeduring times of the year when fish populations are the highest and pose the greatest threat to thepumps. For example, changes in numbers or species distribution detected in minnow traps couldbe used to implement control methodology. Fourth, supplementing the sampling with heavydosages of rotenone in specific areas of the lake during peak spawning periods and before orduring the coldest winter months could help manage the populations. An additional approachincludes managing the pond by having a commercial fisherman harvest the two fish species.Both species are popular on the tropical fish market and/or are used by commercial laboratoriesfor toxicity testing.The use of biological methods does work in some well managed lakes and ponds. However, theuse of a biological control in the ECP would require continued management of stocked predatorspecies and could eventually become a management problem in and of itself in the future.Given the dynamics of the ECP and the species present, managing the fish population will requirean established monitoring and control plan based on the recommendations above. Periodicmonitoring of the fish population in the pond should be used to determine if any controlmethodology is required based on plant operational considerations. For example, quarterlysampling using minnow traps with a standardized sampling program would provide size andspecies distribution information that could serve as a basis for initiating additional actions.Jug C, tJv0,c, r~~orICI H FUWUHGIIUI H CtUU~Uol~ ~ ~~ op a, lliFVInU Ituy15ay S:~RIn an effort to prevent impingement after extended periods when a pump may be shut down, it isrecommended that chemicals could be applied to the screen/pump wells prior to shut down toexclude or eliminate fish. Additionally, the placement of stop logs in the intake structure shouldhelp to preclude fish from utilizing the screen/pump wells during the down periods. ~n~t ,~ -jQ.r11. o- -i Q ..1.116tivay II1IcR.4.0 LITERATURE CITEDAlder, H. L. and E. B. Roessler. 1977. Introduction to Probability and Statistics. W.H. Freeman andCompany. QA273.A43.Kohler, C. C. and W. A. Hubert, editors. 1993. Inland Fisheries Management in North America.American Fisheries Society, Bethesda, Maryland.Nielsen, L. A. and D. L. Johnson, editors. 1983. Fisheries Techniques. American Fisheries Society,Bethesda, Maryland.Ott, L. and W. Mendenhall. 1995. Understanding Statistics. International Thompson Publishing.QA276, 12087.Va, Ct ~'.AJCO S rCtorbE I ruj~u~tiui oiutjy *17 MU~ C'AIC--l~-Ul {}I -IlOi-ir S pu .tU onI w 17nay,,,', | ||
ENTAB.TABLES05727-O08ISTPEGSIFish Population Study18May 2002 Table 1. Latitude and longitude coordinates recorded for gill nets, hoopin the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.nets, and trawl samples collectedArea:01Trawl Data02B0304ABBLatitudeLongitude28* 47' 46.9"96* 02' 30.2"28* 47' 40.6"96* 02' 31.7"28* 47' 49.7"96* 02' 39.3"96* 02' 39.8"Major Area:Station:01IHoop Nets02BI0304ABAABABLatitude 28*47'54.0 928*4753.3 .28*4742.9 28*47'45.0Longitude 96*02'43.5 96*02"33.6 96*02'30.4 96*02'38.8Gill NetsMajor Area: Q1 02I I Q4Station: A B A B A B A BLatiiuaeLongitudeIe 75.96*02'38.494/",39.596*02'33.5 96"02'31.52 47 49.96*02'39.0 TABLE 2. Hydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH) collectedfrom the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Hydrological DataD.O. (mg/I)Start EndTemperature (C)Start EndpH*Start EndSalinity**Start End0TrawlsGill NetsHoop Nets9.8 8.6 20.6 20.5 8.87 <28.4 7.8 20.7 20.4 8.87 <28.6 8.0 20.6 20.5 8.87 <2* pH readings were provided by STPEGS site personnel. Readings are presented in Appendix A.** Salinity readings were converted from conductivity readings provided by STPEGS site personnel. | ENTAB.TABLES05727-O08ISTPEGSIFish Population Study18May 2002 Table 1. Latitude and longitude coordinates recorded for gill nets, hoopin the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.nets, and trawl samples collectedArea:01Trawl Data02B0304ABBLatitudeLongitude28* 47' 46.9"96* 02' 30.2"28* 47' 40.6"96* 02' 31.7"28* 47' 49.7"96* 02' 39.3"96* 02' 39.8"Major Area:Station:01IHoop Nets02BI0304ABAABABLatitude 28*47'54.0 928*4753.3 .28*4742.9 28*47'45.0Longitude 96*02'43.5 96*02"33.6 96*02'30.4 96*02'38.8Gill NetsMajor Area: Q1 02I I Q4Station: A B A B A B A BLatiiuaeLongitudeIe 75.96*02'38.494/",39.596*02'33.5 96"02'31.52 47 49.96*02'39.0 TABLE 2. Hydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH) collectedfrom the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Hydrological DataD.O. (mg/I)Start EndTemperature (C)Start EndpH*Start EndSalinity**Start End0TrawlsGill NetsHoop Nets9.8 8.6 20.6 20.5 8.87 <28.4 7.8 20.7 20.4 8.87 <28.6 8.0 20.6 20.5 8.87 <2* pH readings were provided by STPEGS site personnel. Readings are presented in Appendix A.** Salinity readings were converted from conductivity readings provided by STPEGS site personnel. | ||
TABLE 3. Total number of fish caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Total Number of Fish CaughtMajor Area:Station:0102A0304I-ABBABABTotalSheepshead Minnow 91 39 1862 85 1200 716 947 540 5480Sailfin Molly 3 3 27 3 12 11 30 20 109Total94 421889881212 7279775605589 TABLE 4. Catch rates* (CPUE) for species caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Sheepshead Minnow-Catch Rates (CPUE)Major Area:Station:Q102Q304ABABABA**BTOTALN)N)Sheepshead Minnow 535.3 229.4 10952.9 500.0 7058.8 4211.8I7284.6 3176.5 4243.7Sailfin Molly 17.6 17.6 158.8 17.6 70.6 64.7 230.8 117.6 86.9* Catch rates are calculated as number per hour for each trawl.** Sample time for this trawl was only eight minutes. CPUE was calculated for an eight minute timeand not a ten minute time. | TABLE 3. Total number of fish caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Total Number of Fish CaughtMajor Area:Station:0102A0304I-ABBABABTotalSheepshead Minnow 91 39 1862 85 1200 716 947 540 5480Sailfin Molly 3 3 27 3 12 11 30 20 109Total94 421889881212 7279775605589 TABLE 4. Catch rates* (CPUE) for species caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Sheepshead Minnow-Catch Rates (CPUE)Major Area:Station:Q102Q304ABABABA**BTOTALN)N)Sheepshead Minnow 535.3 229.4 10952.9 500.0 7058.8 4211.8I7284.6 3176.5 4243.7Sailfin Molly 17.6 17.6 158.8 17.6 70.6 64.7 230.8 117.6 86.9* Catch rates are calculated as number per hour for each trawl.** Sample time for this trawl was only eight minutes. CPUE was calculated for an eight minute timeand not a ten minute time. | ||
TABLE 5. Mean size and range of size for species caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Mean Size and Size Range mm Total Length (TL)Major Area:Station:01020304BABABABARanqe*Sheepshead Minnow 37 39 39 38 39 40 39 40 28-55Sailfin Molly 38 48 42 44 46 47 46 49 24-62* Range was determined across all sample sections. | TABLE 5. Mean size and range of size for species caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Mean Size and Size Range mm Total Length (TL)Major Area:Station:01020304BABABABARanqe*Sheepshead Minnow 37 39 39 38 39 40 39 40 28-55Sailfin Molly 38 48 42 44 46 47 46 49 24-62* Range was determined across all sample sections. | ||
ERNR.FIGURES05727-008/STPEGSIFish Population Study24May 2002 SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATIONESSENTIAL COOLING POND500 0 000 FEETFigure 1. Four sampling Quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) established in the Essential Cooling Pond(STPEGS) March 27-28, 2002.25 SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATIONESSENTIAL COOLING PONDLEGENDTrawl SamplesHoop netsGill nets500 0 000 FEETFlow DirectionFigure 2. Locations of gill net, hoop net, and trawl samples collected in the EssentialCooling Pond (STPEGS) March 27-28, 200226 South Texas Project Electric Generating StationFish Population Study250191200-U.0.zz150-100-887950 | ERNR.FIGURES05727-008/STPEGSIFish Population Study24May 2002 SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATIONESSENTIAL COOLING POND500 0 000 FEETFigure 1. Four sampling Quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) established in the Essential Cooling Pond(STPEGS) March 27-28, 2002.25 SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATIONESSENTIAL COOLING PONDLEGENDTrawl SamplesHoop netsGill nets500 0 000 FEETFlow DirectionFigure 2. Locations of gill net, hoop net, and trawl samples collected in the EssentialCooling Pond (STPEGS) March 27-28, 200226 South Texas Project Electric Generating StationFish Population Study250191200-U.0.zz150-100-887950 1687025030354045505560Length (mm TL)Figure 3. Cumulative length frequency of sheepshead minnows caught in the Essential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS),March 27-28, 2002. | ||
South TexasProject ElectricFish PopulationGenerating StationStudy40-35-35(I)00I-E=z3025201510221916745 | South TexasProject ElectricFish PopulationGenerating StationStudy40-35-35(I)00I-E=z3025201510221916745 3225 30 35 40 45 50 556065Length (mm TL)Figure 4. Cumulative length frequency of saifin mollies caught in the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS),March 27-28, 2002. | ||
ENM.RAPPENDICESuagc,-UIJco rcuor,~.,rujju.auu.i oLuuy May200227 oputuuu ontuuy29May 2002 ENM~.APPENDIX AHydrological Data: Graph of pH ranges in the Essential Cooling Pond,(STPEGS), from November 1999 until the present.05727-O8/STPEGS/Fish Population Study30May 2002 ECW Pond pH from 1999 to Present109.5.9-.-EI-.8-7.5 -i i i i 1 1 1 1 1Nov-99 Jan-00 Mar-00 May-00 Jul-00 Sep-00 Nov-00 Jan-01 Mar-01 May-01 Jul-01 Sep-01 Nov-01 Jan-02 Mar-02 May-02 Jul-02-Ul- U ECW TRN COMM PH pH Units 11cR.APPENDIX BEssential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study, January 2002.05727-008/STPEGS/Fish Population Study 32 May 200205727-00a(STPEGS/Fish Population Study32May 2002 Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population StudyJanuary-February 2002The Essential Cooling Pond is a 47 acre pond. Depth is approximately 9 feet to 12 feet at thepump intake structure. The conductivity is approximately 1100 uS and the pH is approximately9.0.1/7/02 @ 1700 -Set minnow trap in the Essential Cooling Pond (ECP) at Sample Point No. 1 toobserve population activity overnight. Minnow trap used was 23 cm diameter by 41 cm long,mesh size 0.5 cm. Trap was baited with can tuna with holes punched in the can. Trap wasplaced approximately 6 feet from the edge at a depth of 1 foot.1/8/02 @0830 -Minnow trap removed with 40 minnows captured. The largest minnow was amale sailfin molly approximately 5.5 cm (2 1/8" long). Only 1 of these was observed. Most ofthe population observed appeared to be female and juvenile sailfin mollys. A few of whatappeared to be sheepshead minnows were also captured.Average temperature of the ECP overnight -560 F.1/8/02 @0840 -Set minnow trap at Sample Point No. 1 to observe population activity during theday.1/8/02 @1610 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. There was still sometuna in the can. Additional holes were punched in the can and the trap was returned to SamplePoint No. 1 to observe population activity overnight. A walk down of the area around thedischarge structure was conducted and no minnows were observed in the shallow water.1/9/02 @0900 -Minnow trap was removed with 37 minnows captured. Most of the populationobserved appeared to be female and juvenile sailfin mollys. The largest minnow wasapproximately 1 '"long. A few of what appeared to be sheepshead minnows were alsocaptured.1/9/02 @0910 -A new can of tuna was placed in the trap and it was returned to Sample Point Ito observe population activity during the day.1/9/02 @ 1620 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. Minnow trap wasreturned to Sample Point 1.1/9/02 @ 1630 -Minnow trap was baited with can cat food and placed at Sample Point 2 toobserve population activity overnight on the intake side near ECW 2A. Windy conditions werenoted with quite a bit of wave action.1/10/02 @08 10 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No.1 with 28 minnowscaptured. Most of the population observed appeared to be small female and juvenile sailfinmollys. The largest minnow captured was approximately 2" long male sailfin molly. A few ofwhat appeared to be sheepshead minnows were also captured. The trap was removed.33 1/10/02 @ 0815 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 214 minnowscaptured. Most of these were small female and juvenile sailfin mollys. Five (5) small and two(2) large males were also captured. In addition ten (10) sheepshead minnows were captured.When the trap was removed the conditions of the ECP were calm with very little wave action inthe intake area. The trap was returned to Sample Point 2 to observe population activity duringthe day.1/10/02 @ 1620 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 22 minnowscaptured. All were very small sailfin mollys. Largest was only 1". Average size was 3/4". Thewave action had increased from this morning. Most of the afternoon was cloudy. The trap wasreturned to Sample Point 2 to observe population activity over the weekend.1/14/02 @ 0820 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with approximately 400-500 minnows captured. Most were juvenile and female sailfin mollys. There were 5 large malesand several small males captured. The largest male was approximately 2 1/2". Several largefemales were also observed. A few sheepshead minnows were also captured. Note that the trapwas left out from Thursday afternoon until Monday morning. The bait had been used twicebefore.1/14/02 @ 1630 -Reset minnow traps with new cat food bait at Sample Points 1 and 2 at a depthof approximately 2 feet. Noted a small school of larger fish approximately 75-100 feet fromshore. They appeared to be 5-6" in length.1/15/02 @ 1000 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 1 with 30 minnowscaptured. Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollys. The largest was a female that measuredapproximately 2 "'. Two small males were also captured as well as two sheepshead minnows.The trap at Sample Point 2 was unable to be collected due to wave action.1/15/02 @1630 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 35 minnowscaptured. Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollys. All were about the same size ofapproximately 1-1 1/2". Ten sheepshead minnows were also captured. The trap was inapproximately 2' of water for 24 hours. The wind was causing significant wave action.1/16/02 @0900 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No.2. The minnows capturedyesterday were left in the trap overnight due to the wave action. An additional 10 more minnowswere captured by 0900. A couple of larger sheepshead minnows were observed. Two smallmale sailfin mollys were also captured. It is believed that the wave action limited the activityovernight. Also observed was a layer of black organic matter that appeared to be larvae (fish,mosquito, midge, etc.) in the north intake area.1/16/02 @ 1630 -Placed minnow trap at Sample Point No. 3 on the intake side in approximately1 foot of water with cat food as bait.1/17/02 @ 1600 -Minnow trap was removed with approximately 150-200 minnows captured.Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollies. One large and several small males were captured.34 Some small sheepshead minnows were also captured. The temperature was warm (75°F.) with asoutheast wind.1/21/02 @0940 -Minnow trap was removed with approximately 100 minnows captured. Mostwere female and juvenile sailfin mollies. Six large males were captured. A few sheepsheadminnows were also collected. The trap had been out all weekend. At collection time, there washeavy fog. The minnow trap was removed by | ENM.RAPPENDICESuagc,-UIJco rcuor,~.,rujju.auu.i oLuuy May200227 oputuuu ontuuy29May 2002 ENM~.APPENDIX AHydrological Data: Graph of pH ranges in the Essential Cooling Pond,(STPEGS), from November 1999 until the present.05727-O8/STPEGS/Fish Population Study30May 2002 ECW Pond pH from 1999 to Present109.5.9-.-EI-.8-7.5 -i i i i 1 1 1 1 1Nov-99 Jan-00 Mar-00 May-00 Jul-00 Sep-00 Nov-00 Jan-01 Mar-01 May-01 Jul-01 Sep-01 Nov-01 Jan-02 Mar-02 May-02 Jul-02-Ul- U ECW TRN COMM PH pH Units 11cR.APPENDIX BEssential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study, January 2002.05727-008/STPEGS/Fish Population Study 32 May 200205727-00a(STPEGS/Fish Population Study32May 2002 Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population StudyJanuary-February 2002The Essential Cooling Pond is a 47 acre pond. Depth is approximately 9 feet to 12 feet at thepump intake structure. The conductivity is approximately 1100 uS and the pH is approximately9.0.1/7/02 @ 1700 -Set minnow trap in the Essential Cooling Pond (ECP) at Sample Point No. 1 toobserve population activity overnight. Minnow trap used was 23 cm diameter by 41 cm long,mesh size 0.5 cm. Trap was baited with can tuna with holes punched in the can. Trap wasplaced approximately 6 feet from the edge at a depth of 1 foot.1/8/02 @0830 -Minnow trap removed with 40 minnows captured. The largest minnow was amale sailfin molly approximately 5.5 cm (2 1/8" long). Only 1 of these was observed. Most ofthe population observed appeared to be female and juvenile sailfin mollys. A few of whatappeared to be sheepshead minnows were also captured.Average temperature of the ECP overnight -560 F.1/8/02 @0840 -Set minnow trap at Sample Point No. 1 to observe population activity during theday.1/8/02 @1610 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. There was still sometuna in the can. Additional holes were punched in the can and the trap was returned to SamplePoint No. 1 to observe population activity overnight. A walk down of the area around thedischarge structure was conducted and no minnows were observed in the shallow water.1/9/02 @0900 -Minnow trap was removed with 37 minnows captured. Most of the populationobserved appeared to be female and juvenile sailfin mollys. The largest minnow wasapproximately 1 '"long. A few of what appeared to be sheepshead minnows were alsocaptured.1/9/02 @0910 -A new can of tuna was placed in the trap and it was returned to Sample Point Ito observe population activity during the day.1/9/02 @ 1620 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. Minnow trap wasreturned to Sample Point 1.1/9/02 @ 1630 -Minnow trap was baited with can cat food and placed at Sample Point 2 toobserve population activity overnight on the intake side near ECW 2A. Windy conditions werenoted with quite a bit of wave action.1/10/02 @08 10 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No.1 with 28 minnowscaptured. Most of the population observed appeared to be small female and juvenile sailfinmollys. The largest minnow captured was approximately 2" long male sailfin molly. A few ofwhat appeared to be sheepshead minnows were also captured. The trap was removed.33 1/10/02 @ 0815 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 214 minnowscaptured. Most of these were small female and juvenile sailfin mollys. Five (5) small and two(2) large males were also captured. In addition ten (10) sheepshead minnows were captured.When the trap was removed the conditions of the ECP were calm with very little wave action inthe intake area. The trap was returned to Sample Point 2 to observe population activity duringthe day.1/10/02 @ 1620 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 22 minnowscaptured. All were very small sailfin mollys. Largest was only 1". Average size was 3/4". Thewave action had increased from this morning. Most of the afternoon was cloudy. The trap wasreturned to Sample Point 2 to observe population activity over the weekend.1/14/02 @ 0820 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with approximately 400-500 minnows captured. Most were juvenile and female sailfin mollys. There were 5 large malesand several small males captured. The largest male was approximately 2 1/2". Several largefemales were also observed. A few sheepshead minnows were also captured. Note that the trapwas left out from Thursday afternoon until Monday morning. The bait had been used twicebefore.1/14/02 @ 1630 -Reset minnow traps with new cat food bait at Sample Points 1 and 2 at a depthof approximately 2 feet. Noted a small school of larger fish approximately 75-100 feet fromshore. They appeared to be 5-6" in length.1/15/02 @ 1000 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 1 with 30 minnowscaptured. Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollys. The largest was a female that measuredapproximately 2 "'. Two small males were also captured as well as two sheepshead minnows.The trap at Sample Point 2 was unable to be collected due to wave action.1/15/02 @1630 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 35 minnowscaptured. Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollys. All were about the same size ofapproximately 1-1 1/2". Ten sheepshead minnows were also captured. The trap was inapproximately 2' of water for 24 hours. The wind was causing significant wave action.1/16/02 @0900 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No.2. The minnows capturedyesterday were left in the trap overnight due to the wave action. An additional 10 more minnowswere captured by 0900. A couple of larger sheepshead minnows were observed. Two smallmale sailfin mollys were also captured. It is believed that the wave action limited the activityovernight. Also observed was a layer of black organic matter that appeared to be larvae (fish,mosquito, midge, etc.) in the north intake area.1/16/02 @ 1630 -Placed minnow trap at Sample Point No. 3 on the intake side in approximately1 foot of water with cat food as bait.1/17/02 @ 1600 -Minnow trap was removed with approximately 150-200 minnows captured.Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollies. One large and several small males were captured.34 Some small sheepshead minnows were also captured. The temperature was warm (75°F.) with asoutheast wind.1/21/02 @0940 -Minnow trap was removed with approximately 100 minnows captured. Mostwere female and juvenile sailfin mollies. Six large males were captured. A few sheepsheadminnows were also collected. The trap had been out all weekend. At collection time, there washeavy fog. The minnow trap was removed by | ||
* and *. New bait was placed in the trapand it was returned to Sample Point No. 3.1/21/02 @ 1540 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. Weather conditionswere sunny and warm (-65'F.). Trap was returned to the water to observe overnight activity.1/22/02 @ 1600 -Minnow trap had blown ashore during windy conditions. No minnows werecaptured. The trap was returned to Sample Point No. 3.1/23/02 @ 1545 -Minnow trap was removed with 6 minnows captured. All were juvenile andfemale sailfin mollies. The trap was removed from this location.2/11/02 @ 1630 -Minnow traps were baited with cat food and placed at Sample Points 1 and 2.2/12/02 @ 0930 -Minnow traps were removed. No minnows were captured at Sample Point 1.A total of 34 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. All were small juvenile or femalemollies, except for 1 sheepshead minnow. Minnow traps were returned to Sample Point 1 and 2.2/13/02 @ 1530 -Minnow traps were removed. Three minnows were captured at Sample Point1. All were small juvenile or female mollies. A total of 103 minnows were captured at SamplePoint 2. Most were small juvenile or female mollies, except for one young male. A few smallsheepshead minnows were also noted. A strong east wind was noted. Minnow traps werereturned to Sample Point 1 and 2. Minnows captured were released in the PADD.2/14/02 @ 1545 -Minnow traps were removed. Thirteen minnows were captured at SamplePoint 1. Most were small female and juvenile mollies. One small male was observed.Approximately 300 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most were female and juvenilemollies. Some small males were observed. There was a strong southeast wind. The minnowswere released in to the Main Cooling Reservoir. The traps were removed.3/26/02 @ 1615 -Minnow traps were baited with cat food and placed at Sample Points I and 2.3/27/02 @ 0900 -Approximately 306 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most weresmall female and juvenile mollies. Six small males were observed. Five large females wereobserved. Approximately 25% were sheepshead minnows. Three of these were large.Approximately 69 minnows were captured at Sample Point 1. Most were small female andjuvenile mollies. Two large male mollies were captured. Eight sheepshead minnows were alsocaptured. Traps were but back in the water at 1600 on 3/27/02.35 3/27/02 @ 1215- ENSR here to perform ECP fish population assessment. Eight trawls wereperformed. Gill and hoop nets were set out overnight.3/28/02 @0700 -ENSR retrieved gill and hoop nets. No fish were captured in any of the nets.3/28/02 @ 1000 -Approximately 67 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most werejuvenile and small female mollies. Some large sheepshead minnows were also captured. 110minnows were captured at Sample Point 1. Most were small female and juvenile mollies. Somesheepshead minnows were also captured. The traps were removed.** Names were removed per the request of STPEGS Nuclear OperatingChemical/Environmental personnel.36 AQ-5. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). 2007. Letter fromMr. Kelly Holligan, TCEQ, to Mr. R. A. Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June27, 2007, "Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South TexasProject Electric Generating Station; TPDES Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June27, 2007, "Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South TexasProject Electric Generating Station; TPDES Permit No. WQOOO1908000."- This letter (or other documentation) should state that the MainCooling Reservoir (MCR) is not waters of the State. | * and *. New bait was placed in the trapand it was returned to Sample Point No. 3.1/21/02 @ 1540 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. Weather conditionswere sunny and warm (-65'F.). Trap was returned to the water to observe overnight activity.1/22/02 @ 1600 -Minnow trap had blown ashore during windy conditions. No minnows werecaptured. The trap was returned to Sample Point No. 3.1/23/02 @ 1545 -Minnow trap was removed with 6 minnows captured. All were juvenile andfemale sailfin mollies. The trap was removed from this location.2/11/02 @ 1630 -Minnow traps were baited with cat food and placed at Sample Points 1 and 2.2/12/02 @ 0930 -Minnow traps were removed. No minnows were captured at Sample Point 1.A total of 34 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. All were small juvenile or femalemollies, except for 1 sheepshead minnow. Minnow traps were returned to Sample Point 1 and 2.2/13/02 @ 1530 -Minnow traps were removed. Three minnows were captured at Sample Point1. All were small juvenile or female mollies. A total of 103 minnows were captured at SamplePoint 2. Most were small juvenile or female mollies, except for one young male. A few smallsheepshead minnows were also noted. A strong east wind was noted. Minnow traps werereturned to Sample Point 1 and 2. Minnows captured were released in the PADD.2/14/02 @ 1545 -Minnow traps were removed. Thirteen minnows were captured at SamplePoint 1. Most were small female and juvenile mollies. One small male was observed.Approximately 300 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most were female and juvenilemollies. Some small males were observed. There was a strong southeast wind. The minnowswere released in to the Main Cooling Reservoir. The traps were removed.3/26/02 @ 1615 -Minnow traps were baited with cat food and placed at Sample Points I and 2.3/27/02 @ 0900 -Approximately 306 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most weresmall female and juvenile mollies. Six small males were observed. Five large females wereobserved. Approximately 25% were sheepshead minnows. Three of these were large.Approximately 69 minnows were captured at Sample Point 1. Most were small female andjuvenile mollies. Two large male mollies were captured. Eight sheepshead minnows were alsocaptured. Traps were but back in the water at 1600 on 3/27/02.35 3/27/02 @ 1215- ENSR here to perform ECP fish population assessment. Eight trawls wereperformed. Gill and hoop nets were set out overnight.3/28/02 @0700 -ENSR retrieved gill and hoop nets. No fish were captured in any of the nets.3/28/02 @ 1000 -Approximately 67 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most werejuvenile and small female mollies. Some large sheepshead minnows were also captured. 110minnows were captured at Sample Point 1. Most were small female and juvenile mollies. Somesheepshead minnows were also captured. The traps were removed.** Names were removed per the request of STPEGS Nuclear OperatingChemical/Environmental personnel.36 AQ-5. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). 2007. Letter fromMr. Kelly Holligan, TCEQ, to Mr. R. A. Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June27, 2007, "Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South TexasProject Electric Generating Station; TPDES Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June27, 2007, "Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South TexasProject Electric Generating Station; TPDES Permit No. WQOOO1908000."- This letter (or other documentation) should state that the MainCooling Reservoir (MCR) is not waters of the State. | ||
£14-6STP k&Cý2IKathleen Hartnett White, ChairmanLarry R. Soward, CommissionerH. S. Buddy Garcia, CommissionerGlenn Shankle, Executive DirectorTEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYProtecting Texas by Reducing and Preventing PollutionJune 27, 2007Mr. R.A. Gangluff, Manager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health PhysicsSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric Generating Station;TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000.Dear Mr. Gangluff:I received your letter dated May 24, 2007, requesting that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) bedesignated as a closed-cycle recirculating system and as not water in the state.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) does not have an official method of"designating" a facility's operation as a closed-cycle recirculating system. However, we have reviewedthe information you submitted and based on our best professional judgement, we consider your facility tobe a closed-cycle recirculating system. As mentioned in your letter, the federal rule governing the 316(b)Phase I1 cooling water intakes is currently in the process of being suspended. For the time being,implementation of the 316(b) requirements will be based on best professional judgement (BPJ) andsubject to EPA Region VI review.We also concur that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) at your facility does not meet the definition ofwater in the state.If you have any questions, please contact me at (512) 239-2369.Sincerely,Kelly Ilolligan, LeaderIndustrial TeamWater Quality DivisionKH!jpP.O. Box 13087 | £14-6STP k&Cý2IKathleen Hartnett White, ChairmanLarry R. Soward, CommissionerH. S. Buddy Garcia, CommissionerGlenn Shankle, Executive DirectorTEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYProtecting Texas by Reducing and Preventing PollutionJune 27, 2007Mr. R.A. Gangluff, Manager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health PhysicsSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric Generating Station;TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000. | ||
==Dear Mr. Gangluff:== | |||
I received your letter dated May 24, 2007, requesting that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) bedesignated as a closed-cycle recirculating system and as not water in the state.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) does not have an official method of"designating" a facility's operation as a closed-cycle recirculating system. However, we have reviewedthe information you submitted and based on our best professional judgement, we consider your facility tobe a closed-cycle recirculating system. As mentioned in your letter, the federal rule governing the 316(b)Phase I1 cooling water intakes is currently in the process of being suspended. For the time being,implementation of the 316(b) requirements will be based on best professional judgement (BPJ) andsubject to EPA Region VI review.We also concur that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) at your facility does not meet the definition ofwater in the state.If you have any questions, please contact me at (512) 239-2369.Sincerely,Kelly Ilolligan, LeaderIndustrial TeamWater Quality DivisionKH!jpP.O. Box 13087 | |||
* Austin, Texas 78711-3087 | * Austin, Texas 78711-3087 | ||
* 512-239-1000 I lnternet address: www.tceq.state.tx.us AQ-7 Baker W. B., Green G. N. 1989, 1987-1988 Special Ecological Studies forthe South Texas Project, Matagorda County, Texas. Final report March1989. Houston, TX: Houston Lighting & Power Company. 34 p. [InTerrestrial Ecology section of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder] | * 512-239-1000 I lnternet address: www.tceq.state.tx.us AQ-7 Baker W. B., Green G. N. 1989, 1987-1988 Special Ecological Studies forthe South Texas Project, Matagorda County, Texas. Final report March1989. Houston, TX: Houston Lighting & Power Company. 34 p. [InTerrestrial Ecology section of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder] | ||
.1987 -1988SPECIAL ECOLOGICAL STUDIES FOR THE SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTMATAGORDA COUNTY, TEXASFINAL REPORTbyWilliam B. Baker, Jr.andGeorge N. Greene(Houston Lighting & Power CompanyEnvironmental DepartmentWater and Ecological Resources DivisionP.O. Box 1700Houston, Texas 77251March 1989 TABLE OF CONTENTSPageLIST OF FIGURES ................ .................... iiiLIST OF TABLES ................ .................. ivLIST OF APPENDIX TABLES ............... ................ vINTRODUCTION .................... ..................... 1STUDY AREA ..................... ...................... 1METHODS ....................... ........................ 3Alligator Survey ................. .................. 3White-tailed Deer Survey ........... .............. 3Waterfowl Survey ................. ................. 5Bald Eagle Survey ................ ................. 5RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ............... ................. 8Alligator Survey ................. .................. 8White-tailed Deer Survey ........... .............. 8Waterfowl Survey ......... .................. .. 14Bald Eagle Survey .......... .................. 17SUMM1ARY .................. ........................ 21LITERATURE CITED ............. .................... 22APPENDIX TABLES .............. .................... 24ii LIST OF FIGURES 0Figure Page1 Location of the South Texas Project Site .... ...... 22 American Alligator transect lines onthe STP site ................ ................... 43 White-tailed deer observation points andtransect line on the east side of the STPcooling reservoir ..... ....... ............. 64 Number of known active bald eagle nests inTPWD survey area C, 1988 (from Mabie 1988) ........ 200iii0 LIST OF TABLESTable Page1 Maximum number of alligators observed per transecton the STP site, 1982-1988 ..... ................ 92 Number of alligators seen on survey transectsat STP, 17-19 May 1988. ............ ............... 103 Mean number of alligators observed per km oftransect on the STP site, 1978-1988 ... ......... ..114 Daily counts of alligators seen in the STPreservoir during waterfowl surveys, 1983-1987 .... 125 Daily counts of white-tailed deer at STP, 1987 .... 136 Maximum number of white-tailed deer observed indaily counts at STP, 1982-1987 ..... ............ .. 157 Minimum waterfowl population estimates on theSTP cooling reservoir during October, Novemberand December, 1981-1987 ........ ............... 168 Minimum waterfowl (other than ducks and geese)population estimates on the STP coolingreservoir during October, November andDecember, 1983-1987 .......... ................. 189 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department midwinterduck and goose inventory along the Upper TexasCoast, 1982-83 thru 1987-88 ...... ............. .. 19iv LIST OF APPENDIX TABLESAppendix Table PageI Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongthe STP makeup right-of-way surveys, 1987. .....25II Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongthe STP blowdown canal, 1987 .... ........... .. 26III Daily counts of white-tailed deer adjacentto the woodland area at STP, 1987 ............ ...27IV Daily counts of white-tailed deer seen duringwaterfowl surveys at the STP reservoir 1987 .. .28C.V0Q INTRODUCTIONThis report describes the special ecological studiesdesigned to monitor the impacts of plant operations at the SouthTexas Project (STP) site on selected wildlife populations.On August 21, 1987, Unit .received an operating license andinitiated fuel loading, marking the beginning of operationalphase monitoring. The operational studies involve a continuationof procedures established during construction phase monitoring,which covered the period 1978-1987.Species selected for monitoring were considered to beindicators of general environmental quality. Both Americanalligators (Alligator mississippiensis) and bald eagles(Haliaeetus leucocephalus) were originally chosen because oftheir endangered and threatened species status. Since the studywas initiated the status of the American alligator in Texas hasbeen changed from endangered to threatened by similarity ofappearance (Federal Register 1983). Other species selected formonitoring were white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) andwaterfowl (family Anatidae) because of their recreational andeconomic importance to the region. Selected resident waterfowland shorebirds were also monitored for changes in populations.Presented in this report are the results of fieldinvestigations conducted on and near the STP site betweenSeptember 1987 and May 1988. These data are summarized andcompared with data obtained in earlier years (1978-1987). Theresults of studies conducted in previous years were reported bySpringer (1980), Leavens et al. (1981), Davis (1952, 1983), Davisand Wilkinson (1984), Greene et al. (1985), Baker et al. (1986),Greene et al. (1987), and Baker and Greene (1988).STUDY AREAThe STP site is located in southern Matagorda County,approximately 16 km south of Bay City, on the west bank of theColorado River (Figure 1). Over half of the 5000 ha site isoccupied by a cooling reservoir which presently has an averagedepth of about 3.5 m.Vegetationally, the study area is part of the Gulf Prariesand Marshes region (Gould 1975). Five basic wildlife habitatshave been identified on the site: (1) the disturbed constructionarea, (2) the cooling reservoir, (3) the woodlands between thereservoir and the Colorado River, (4) drainage and irrigationcanals, and (5) Kelly Lake.1 I ý'OKLAHOMAI68ýww M0,00Art0tRa~EIC OrtF -& | .1987 -1988SPECIAL ECOLOGICAL STUDIES FOR THE SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTMATAGORDA COUNTY, TEXASFINAL REPORTbyWilliam B. Baker, Jr.andGeorge N. Greene(Houston Lighting & Power CompanyEnvironmental DepartmentWater and Ecological Resources DivisionP.O. Box 1700Houston, Texas 77251March 1989 TABLE OF CONTENTSPageLIST OF FIGURES ................ .................... iiiLIST OF TABLES ................ .................. ivLIST OF APPENDIX TABLES ............... ................ vINTRODUCTION .................... ..................... 1STUDY AREA ..................... ...................... 1METHODS ....................... ........................ 3Alligator Survey ................. .................. 3White-tailed Deer Survey ........... .............. 3Waterfowl Survey ................. ................. 5Bald Eagle Survey ................ ................. 5RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ............... ................. 8Alligator Survey ................. .................. 8White-tailed Deer Survey ........... .............. 8Waterfowl Survey ......... .................. .. 14Bald Eagle Survey .......... .................. 17SUMM1ARY .................. ........................ 21LITERATURE CITED ............. .................... 22APPENDIX TABLES .............. .................... 24ii LIST OF FIGURES 0Figure Page1 Location of the South Texas Project Site .... ...... 22 American Alligator transect lines onthe STP site ................ ................... 43 White-tailed deer observation points andtransect line on the east side of the STPcooling reservoir ..... ....... ............. 64 Number of known active bald eagle nests inTPWD survey area C, 1988 (from Mabie 1988) ........ 200iii0 LIST OF TABLESTable Page1 Maximum number of alligators observed per transecton the STP site, 1982-1988 ..... ................ 92 Number of alligators seen on survey transectsat STP, 17-19 May 1988. ............ ............... 103 Mean number of alligators observed per km oftransect on the STP site, 1978-1988 ... ......... ..114 Daily counts of alligators seen in the STPreservoir during waterfowl surveys, 1983-1987 .... 125 Daily counts of white-tailed deer at STP, 1987 .... 136 Maximum number of white-tailed deer observed indaily counts at STP, 1982-1987 ..... ............ .. 157 Minimum waterfowl population estimates on theSTP cooling reservoir during October, Novemberand December, 1981-1987 ........ ............... 168 Minimum waterfowl (other than ducks and geese)population estimates on the STP coolingreservoir during October, November andDecember, 1983-1987 .......... ................. 189 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department midwinterduck and goose inventory along the Upper TexasCoast, 1982-83 thru 1987-88 ...... ............. .. 19iv LIST OF APPENDIX TABLESAppendix Table PageI Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongthe STP makeup right-of-way surveys, 1987. .....25II Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongthe STP blowdown canal, 1987 .... ........... .. 26III Daily counts of white-tailed deer adjacentto the woodland area at STP, 1987 ............ ...27IV Daily counts of white-tailed deer seen duringwaterfowl surveys at the STP reservoir 1987 .. .28C.V0Q INTRODUCTIONThis report describes the special ecological studiesdesigned to monitor the impacts of plant operations at the SouthTexas Project (STP) site on selected wildlife populations.On August 21, 1987, Unit .received an operating license andinitiated fuel loading, marking the beginning of operationalphase monitoring. The operational studies involve a continuationof procedures established during construction phase monitoring,which covered the period 1978-1987.Species selected for monitoring were considered to beindicators of general environmental quality. Both Americanalligators (Alligator mississippiensis) and bald eagles(Haliaeetus leucocephalus) were originally chosen because oftheir endangered and threatened species status. Since the studywas initiated the status of the American alligator in Texas hasbeen changed from endangered to threatened by similarity ofappearance (Federal Register 1983). Other species selected formonitoring were white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) andwaterfowl (family Anatidae) because of their recreational andeconomic importance to the region. Selected resident waterfowland shorebirds were also monitored for changes in populations.Presented in this report are the results of fieldinvestigations conducted on and near the STP site betweenSeptember 1987 and May 1988. These data are summarized andcompared with data obtained in earlier years (1978-1987). Theresults of studies conducted in previous years were reported bySpringer (1980), Leavens et al. (1981), Davis (1952, 1983), Davisand Wilkinson (1984), Greene et al. (1985), Baker et al. (1986),Greene et al. (1987), and Baker and Greene (1988).STUDY AREAThe STP site is located in southern Matagorda County,approximately 16 km south of Bay City, on the west bank of theColorado River (Figure 1). Over half of the 5000 ha site isoccupied by a cooling reservoir which presently has an averagedepth of about 3.5 m.Vegetationally, the study area is part of the Gulf Prariesand Marshes region (Gould 1975). Five basic wildlife habitatshave been identified on the site: (1) the disturbed constructionarea, (2) the cooling reservoir, (3) the woodlands between thereservoir and the Colorado River, (4) drainage and irrigationcanals, and (5) Kelly Lake.1 I ý'OKLAHOMAI68ýww M0,00Art0tRa~EIC OrtF -& 1 tWGULF O0FMEXICOFIGURE 1. Location of the South Texas Project site METHODSAlligator SurveyAlligators at the STP site were surveyed along previouslyestablished transects. Figure 2 shows transect locations andlengths. Transects 1 and 5 (Kelly Lake and Relocated LittleRobbins Slough) were surveyed on 3 consecutive nights. Transect10 was surveyed on three consecutive days. The night surveyswere conducted no earlier than 1 hour after sunset and no laterthan 30 minutes before sunrise. All surveys were conducted on17-19 May 1988 during the dark phase of the moon (new moon).Surveys have been conducted during the dark phase of the moonsince the monitoring study began to ensure high count accuracyand to standardize the procedures (Chabreck 1966). Surveys wereconducted in May, the peak of the breeding season, whenalligators of both sexes travel a great deal and are moreconspicuous than at other times of the year (Joanen and McNease1975, Nichols et al. 1976).Transect 1 was surveyed by canoe, the other two by truck. A400,000 candlepower spotlight was used to locate the alligatorsat night. Their eyes reflect a characteristic amber glow thatcan be easily recognized and detected from several hundred yards(Chabreck 1966). With a light shining in their eyes, mostalligators will remain stationary long enough to be approachedwithin range for reliable size estimation. The alligators wereeasily approachable by truck during the day as well. Intransects 1 and 5 the alligators were assigned to size classes byestimating the distance from their eyes to the tip of theirsnout. The total body length was estimated using the formula:x = -0.5113 + 1.1456ywhere x is total length in feet and y is snout length in inches.This formula was derived by linear regression from data reportedfor coastal Louisiana alligators (Chabreck 1966). Alligatorsgreater than 1.8 m (6 ft) in length were considered adults(Nichols et al. 1976). On transect 10 (the Entire Dike), lengthestimates were made from observations of the entire animal whenvisible or from snout length when the entire animal was notvisible. The highest count for each survey period was used asthe minimum population estimate for that period.White-tailed Deer SurveyWhite-tailed deer surveys were conducted on five consecutivedays during the week of September 27-October 2, and during thefirst full week of November and December.3 | ||
* ICHRE:*NTKcr" ESSENTIAL "1 SITECOOLING RBOUNDARYi -- ,,,.PONDIS RNSC 10 4 .2 .. km........~KELLY.................TRANSECOOLING RESERVOIR EIPFIUR 2 llgao trnsc loain"nth.Tie..... .... .. ... .. ..* .... S~rLN*ENnING POINTSFIGURE 2. Alligator transect locations on the STP site. | * ICHRE:*NTKcr" ESSENTIAL "1 SITECOOLING RBOUNDARYi -- ,,,.PONDIS RNSC 10 4 .2 .. km........~KELLY.................TRANSECOOLING RESERVOIR EIPFIUR 2 llgao trnsc loain"nth.Tie..... .... .. ... .. ..* .... S~rLN*ENnING POINTSFIGURE 2. Alligator transect locations on the STP site. | ||
Deer were observed from two fixed observation points and adriving transect between these two points. The two fixed pointswere located on the dike adjacent to the makeup right-of-way andthe blowdown canal (Figure 3). Observers watched the fixedsurvey areas for 30 minutes starting at sunrise and 30 minutesprior to sunset. Observation times for a site were rotated onalternate days, e.g., if the blowdown canal was surveyed in themorning on the first day, it would be surveyed in the evening onthe second day. The driving transect was along the western edgeof the woodlands adjacent to the reservoir. It was surveyed inthe morning and evening of each day by driving along the dikeafter each fixed survey, stopping to count and identify deer asnecessary. A 22X spotting scope was used to help classify deeraccording to age and sex. Incidental deer observations were alsorecorded while conducting waterfowl surveys.Waterfowl SurveysDucks, geese and other waterfowl are most abundant on theSTP cooling reservoir during the fall and winter months.Population estimates were made on five consecutive days duringthe week of September 27-October 2, and the first full week ofNovember and December. Observations began after the dawn deersurvey and ended before the dusk deer survey. Species wereidentified with the aid of a 22X spotting scope. The highestdaily count of each species in each month was used as the minimumpopulation estimate of that species.Additional data were obtained from the annual aerial surveysof duck and goose populations wintering in Texas, which werecoordinated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) andconducted by the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD). Forsurvey purposes, Texas is currently divided into five waterfowlzones by TPWD: Northeast Texas, Northwest Texas, North-centralTexas, Lower Coast and Upper Coast. Matagorda County is in theUpper Coast zone. Total goose estimates were derived fromcombined totals of Texas Coastal Goose Inventory Zones 1-3. Ducktotals were derived by combining totals in Texas Mid-winterWaterfowl Inventory Zones A,B,C, and D.Bald Eagle SurveyAll large raptors are carefully observed during waterfowlsurveys to see if they are bald eagles. In addition, reports ofbald eagle sightings in the vicinity of the STP site weresolicited from specified site personnel.5 F.'.oSITEBOUNDARYINt'COOLING RESERVOIRRESERVOIR DIKE* *OBSERVATION POINTS........ ! TRANSECT LINEWhite-tailed deer observation points and transect line on the east side ofthe STP cooling reservoir.406 An extensive aerial search for bald eagle nests in easternand coastal Texas was conducted by TPWD personnel in January,February and early March of 1988. Nests found to be active wereexamined again in March and later to determine the number ofyoung produced (Mabie 1988). When new eagle nests were located,TPWD biologists contacted landowners to acquire nest historydata.7 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONAlligator SurveyThe maximum number of alligators observed on transects atthe STP site in 1988 was 53 (Table 1). The highest mean densityof alligators seen was 7.0 alligators/km on the Kelly Laketransect (Table 2). This represents a reduction in the densityof alligators from the 1987 census, which was apparent in all 3observation transects (Table 3). The total number of alligatorson the site continues to decline, but should begin to stabilizenow that the plant is operational, although seasonal variationsin population level will probably remain.Results of the Entire Dike survey in the Spring of 1988showed a total of 23 alligators. This represents a reduction of27 animals from the 1987 Fall survey, 7 from the 1987 Springsurvey, and 58 from the 1986 Spring survey (Table 4). Thisdecline was predicted to occur as reservoir fill operationsinundated nesting habitat in the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR)(Baker and Greene 1988). Now that the water level is atoperational design levels the population of alligators in the MCRshould remain relatively constant, being dominated by adultmales. Based on total length estimates, the 1988 Spring surveyof the MCR showed a 98% adult population present.Results of the Kelly Lake transect indicate a maximum numberof 27 alligators. This is slightly lower than the Spring 1987survey of 32. The 1988 density in Kelly Lake was 7.0alligators/km which is well above densities recorded from1978-1985, but slightly below the density of 8.3 alligators/kmrecorded in 1987. The 1988 Kelly Lake population consisted of69% adults and 31% juveniles. Kelly Lake remains as the primealligator nesting habitat site at the STP.The Relocated Little Robbins Slough transect had a maximumcount of 3 alligators in the Spring 1988 survey, down about 50%from 1986 and 1987. This decline can probably be attributed to amajor construction project which involved dredging the entiretransect channel and resurfacing it with a layer of sand, matmaterial, and irregular shaped stone. The renovation of theSlough was completed in early 1988, just prior to the survey.Subsequent to these activities, the alligator population in theLittle Robbins Slough should stabilize. All alligators observedon this transect in 1988 Spring survey were juveniles.White-tailed Deer SurveyIn 1987 the greatest number of deer observed per day was 29,which occurred in the October survey (Table 5). The November8 0TABLE 1. Maximum number of alligators observed per transect on the STP site,1982-1988TRANSECT LENGTH 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1986 1987 1988NUMBER & NAME (km) Night Day01 Kelly Lake 3.5 3 8 9 17 8 32 2703 South Drainage 5.1 7 3 3 6Canal04 Blowdown Canal 1.6 1 0 105 Relocated Little 6.8 1 2 4 1 6 5 7 3Robbins Slough07 East Dike 3.0 6 4 2Cooling Reservoir08 South Dike 5.4 8 2Cooling Reservoir09 "Y" Dike 8.3 14Cooling Reservoir10 Entire Dike 41.2 81 30 23Cooling ReservoirTOTAL 9 22 22 32 23 94 69 53 aTABLE 2. Number of alligators seen on survey transects at STP, 17-19 May 1988b,cTRANSECT TRANSECT REPLICATE NO. NO./KM MEAN BODY NO. ADULTS:NO. AND NAME LENGTH (km) SEEN LENGTH (m) NO. JUVENILES01 3.5 1 25 7.1Kelly Lake 2 22 6.3(night) 3 27 7.1 1.4 20:44MEAN 7.005 6.8 1 2 0.3Relocated Little 2 3 0.4Robbins Slough 3 2 0.3 0.5 0:7(night) MEAN 0.310 41.2 1 19 0.5Entire Dike 2 23 0.6(day) 3 22 0.5 3.0 57:1MEAN 0.5a Location shown in Figure 1b Alligators greater than 1.8 m were designated adultsc Includes only individuals for which length estimates were madeI-iS aTABLE 3. Mean number of alligators observed perkm of transect on the STP site, 1978-1988TRANSECT NO. Length 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1982AND NAME (km) Day Night01 Kelly Lake 3.5 0.9 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 2.1 1.6 2.0 4.1 8.3 7.C03 South Drainage Canal 5.1 2.0 1.5 3.1 0.5 1.4 0.6 0.6 0.9 ... ...04 Blowdown Canal 1.6 0.9 0.6 --- 0.4 0.6 0.0 0.2 ---......05 Relocated Little 6.8 0.2 0.2 0.0 0.3 0.3 0.1 0.4 0.2 0.6 0.6 0.9 0.3Robbins Slough07 East Dike 3.0 --- --- 0.7 1.0 2.4 1.7 0.8 0.3Cooling Reservoir08 South Dike 5.4 --- --- --- 0.8 0.4 1.0 0.2 ---Cooling Reservoir09 sty li Dike 8 .3 ---. --- .--. -.- ... ... ...- 1 .4 ----Cooling Reservoir10 Entire Dike 41.2 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 1.8 --- 0.7 0.ECooling Reservoira Mean number of alligators observed divided by the total transect length. | Deer were observed from two fixed observation points and adriving transect between these two points. The two fixed pointswere located on the dike adjacent to the makeup right-of-way andthe blowdown canal (Figure 3). Observers watched the fixedsurvey areas for 30 minutes starting at sunrise and 30 minutesprior to sunset. Observation times for a site were rotated onalternate days, e.g., if the blowdown canal was surveyed in themorning on the first day, it would be surveyed in the evening onthe second day. The driving transect was along the western edgeof the woodlands adjacent to the reservoir. It was surveyed inthe morning and evening of each day by driving along the dikeafter each fixed survey, stopping to count and identify deer asnecessary. A 22X spotting scope was used to help classify deeraccording to age and sex. Incidental deer observations were alsorecorded while conducting waterfowl surveys.Waterfowl SurveysDucks, geese and other waterfowl are most abundant on theSTP cooling reservoir during the fall and winter months.Population estimates were made on five consecutive days duringthe week of September 27-October 2, and the first full week ofNovember and December. Observations began after the dawn deersurvey and ended before the dusk deer survey. Species wereidentified with the aid of a 22X spotting scope. The highestdaily count of each species in each month was used as the minimumpopulation estimate of that species.Additional data were obtained from the annual aerial surveysof duck and goose populations wintering in Texas, which werecoordinated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) andconducted by the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD). Forsurvey purposes, Texas is currently divided into five waterfowlzones by TPWD: Northeast Texas, Northwest Texas, North-centralTexas, Lower Coast and Upper Coast. Matagorda County is in theUpper Coast zone. Total goose estimates were derived fromcombined totals of Texas Coastal Goose Inventory Zones 1-3. Ducktotals were derived by combining totals in Texas Mid-winterWaterfowl Inventory Zones A,B,C, and D.Bald Eagle SurveyAll large raptors are carefully observed during waterfowlsurveys to see if they are bald eagles. In addition, reports ofbald eagle sightings in the vicinity of the STP site weresolicited from specified site personnel.5 F.'.oSITEBOUNDARYINt'COOLING RESERVOIRRESERVOIR DIKE* *OBSERVATION POINTS........ ! TRANSECT LINEWhite-tailed deer observation points and transect line on the east side ofthe STP cooling reservoir.406 An extensive aerial search for bald eagle nests in easternand coastal Texas was conducted by TPWD personnel in January,February and early March of 1988. Nests found to be active wereexamined again in March and later to determine the number ofyoung produced (Mabie 1988). When new eagle nests were located,TPWD biologists contacted landowners to acquire nest historydata.7 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONAlligator SurveyThe maximum number of alligators observed on transects atthe STP site in 1988 was 53 (Table 1). The highest mean densityof alligators seen was 7.0 alligators/km on the Kelly Laketransect (Table 2). This represents a reduction in the densityof alligators from the 1987 census, which was apparent in all 3observation transects (Table 3). The total number of alligatorson the site continues to decline, but should begin to stabilizenow that the plant is operational, although seasonal variationsin population level will probably remain.Results of the Entire Dike survey in the Spring of 1988showed a total of 23 alligators. This represents a reduction of27 animals from the 1987 Fall survey, 7 from the 1987 Springsurvey, and 58 from the 1986 Spring survey (Table 4). Thisdecline was predicted to occur as reservoir fill operationsinundated nesting habitat in the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR)(Baker and Greene 1988). Now that the water level is atoperational design levels the population of alligators in the MCRshould remain relatively constant, being dominated by adultmales. Based on total length estimates, the 1988 Spring surveyof the MCR showed a 98% adult population present.Results of the Kelly Lake transect indicate a maximum numberof 27 alligators. This is slightly lower than the Spring 1987survey of 32. The 1988 density in Kelly Lake was 7.0alligators/km which is well above densities recorded from1978-1985, but slightly below the density of 8.3 alligators/kmrecorded in 1987. The 1988 Kelly Lake population consisted of69% adults and 31% juveniles. Kelly Lake remains as the primealligator nesting habitat site at the STP.The Relocated Little Robbins Slough transect had a maximumcount of 3 alligators in the Spring 1988 survey, down about 50%from 1986 and 1987. This decline can probably be attributed to amajor construction project which involved dredging the entiretransect channel and resurfacing it with a layer of sand, matmaterial, and irregular shaped stone. The renovation of theSlough was completed in early 1988, just prior to the survey.Subsequent to these activities, the alligator population in theLittle Robbins Slough should stabilize. All alligators observedon this transect in 1988 Spring survey were juveniles.White-tailed Deer SurveyIn 1987 the greatest number of deer observed per day was 29,which occurred in the October survey (Table 5). The November8 0TABLE 1. Maximum number of alligators observed per transect on the STP site,1982-1988TRANSECT LENGTH 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1986 1987 1988NUMBER & NAME (km) Night Day01 Kelly Lake 3.5 3 8 9 17 8 32 2703 South Drainage 5.1 7 3 3 6Canal04 Blowdown Canal 1.6 1 0 105 Relocated Little 6.8 1 2 4 1 6 5 7 3Robbins Slough07 East Dike 3.0 6 4 2Cooling Reservoir08 South Dike 5.4 8 2Cooling Reservoir09 "Y" Dike 8.3 14Cooling Reservoir10 Entire Dike 41.2 81 30 23Cooling ReservoirTOTAL 9 22 22 32 23 94 69 53 aTABLE 2. Number of alligators seen on survey transects at STP, 17-19 May 1988b,cTRANSECT TRANSECT REPLICATE NO. NO./KM MEAN BODY NO. ADULTS:NO. AND NAME LENGTH (km) SEEN LENGTH (m) NO. JUVENILES01 3.5 1 25 7.1Kelly Lake 2 22 6.3(night) 3 27 7.1 1.4 20:44MEAN 7.005 6.8 1 2 0.3Relocated Little 2 3 0.4Robbins Slough 3 2 0.3 0.5 0:7(night) MEAN 0.310 41.2 1 19 0.5Entire Dike 2 23 0.6(day) 3 22 0.5 3.0 57:1MEAN 0.5a Location shown in Figure 1b Alligators greater than 1.8 m were designated adultsc Includes only individuals for which length estimates were madeI-iS aTABLE 3. Mean number of alligators observed perkm of transect on the STP site, 1978-1988TRANSECT NO. Length 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1982AND NAME (km) Day Night01 Kelly Lake 3.5 0.9 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 2.1 1.6 2.0 4.1 8.3 7.C03 South Drainage Canal 5.1 2.0 1.5 3.1 0.5 1.4 0.6 0.6 0.9 ... ...04 Blowdown Canal 1.6 0.9 0.6 --- 0.4 0.6 0.0 0.2 ---......05 Relocated Little 6.8 0.2 0.2 0.0 0.3 0.3 0.1 0.4 0.2 0.6 0.6 0.9 0.3Robbins Slough07 East Dike 3.0 --- --- 0.7 1.0 2.4 1.7 0.8 0.3Cooling Reservoir08 South Dike 5.4 --- --- --- 0.8 0.4 1.0 0.2 ---Cooling Reservoir09 sty li Dike 8 .3 ---. --- .--. -.- ... ... ...- 1 .4 ----Cooling Reservoir10 Entire Dike 41.2 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 1.8 --- 0.7 0.ECooling Reservoira Mean number of alligators observed divided by the total transect length. | ||
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Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.Habitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact*'Maintained and Most of these areas are Portions of these areasDisturbed Areas significantly disturbed and/or will be impacted by themaintained. Vegetation is construction of the newcomprised of grasses and units, east laydownweeds -Paspalum spp., area, and crew andAngleton bluestem, King 468 74 16.0 contractor parkingRanch bluestem, broomsedge, areas.bushy bluestem, Poa,burclover, geranium, sowthistle, southern dewberry,ragweed spp.Mixed Grass Areas are comprised of a Areas are periodicallyCommunities variety of vegetation mowed. The area southdominated by grasses -of the MCR will not bePaspalum spp., Angleton impacted. Areas northbluestem, King Ranch 486 1.0 of the ECP will be usedbluestem, broomsedge, and for a new spoil area.bushy bluestem. Otherspecies include goldenrod,sumpweed, aster spp., andwild sunflower.Scrub Shrub Area is comprised of mostly Portions of area will beCommunities Baccharis dominated shrub impacted by relocationhabitat. Southern dewberry of the stormwater ditch,and peppervine comprise a construction of heavysignificant amount of cover haul road, switch yard,below the shrub overstory. 976 87 9.0 and west laydown area.Additional species includegolden rod, sump weed, andragweed. Few grasses arepresent -broomsedge, bushybluestem and Paspalum spp.1-3 Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.Habitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact**Wetlands Wetland communities are 155 Total No construction orbroken down by 3 different Acreage operational impacts willareas -* Kelly occur to Kelly Lake or* Kelly Lake Lake -Managed Wetlands.(Stream/Pond 34; Approximately 0.17dominated by | Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.Habitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact*'Maintained and Most of these areas are Portions of these areasDisturbed Areas significantly disturbed and/or will be impacted by themaintained. Vegetation is construction of the newcomprised of grasses and units, east laydownweeds -Paspalum spp., area, and crew andAngleton bluestem, King 468 74 16.0 contractor parkingRanch bluestem, broomsedge, areas.bushy bluestem, Poa,burclover, geranium, sowthistle, southern dewberry,ragweed spp.Mixed Grass Areas are comprised of a Areas are periodicallyCommunities variety of vegetation mowed. The area southdominated by grasses -of the MCR will not bePaspalum spp., Angleton impacted. Areas northbluestem, King Ranch 486 1.0 of the ECP will be usedbluestem, broomsedge, and for a new spoil area.bushy bluestem. Otherspecies include goldenrod,sumpweed, aster spp., andwild sunflower.Scrub Shrub Area is comprised of mostly Portions of area will beCommunities Baccharis dominated shrub impacted by relocationhabitat. Southern dewberry of the stormwater ditch,and peppervine comprise a construction of heavysignificant amount of cover haul road, switch yard,below the shrub overstory. 976 87 9.0 and west laydown area.Additional species includegolden rod, sump weed, andragweed. Few grasses arepresent -broomsedge, bushybluestem and Paspalum spp.1-3 Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.Habitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact**Wetlands Wetland communities are 155 Total No construction orbroken down by 3 different Acreage operational impacts willareas -* Kelly occur to Kelly Lake or* Kelly Lake Lake -Managed Wetlands.(Stream/Pond 34; Approximately 0.17dominated by | ||
* Managed acres of impact willcattails); Wetlands 0.17 0.1 occur to a wetland near" Managed Wetlands -110; where Units 3&4 will be(prairie wetlands), ° Other- constructed.and 11* Other (small isolatedwetlands with mixedgrasses, rushes andsedges).Other -Reservoir Levees are comprised of Small area of impactlevee systems (MCR earthen materials covered by associated with theand ECP). grasses on outside and construction of the newsandcrete on the inside. 759 5 0.6 CWIS which will be builton the central dikeadjacent to the existingCWIS.Area is located in the Area is only utilizedbottomland habitat along the when maintenanceColorado River. Vegetation is dredging of the RiverDredge Materials comprised of mixed grasses Make-up PumpingDredge Atea (bushy bluestem and 133 0 0 Facility and/or barge slipDisposal Area broomsedge), rattlebox, and takes place. STP has astands of cattail. USACE dredgemaintenance permit forthese activities.TOTALS 12,220 244 (2.0)...*Habitat descriptions are derived from on-site pedestrian surveys.** Percent Impacts are based on potential impacts for each habitat/land use type.***Value represents total percentage impact for entire property. Values representing individual percentage impacts in the table are not cumulative.1-4 Table 2. Summary of Bird Species by Habitat Type Associated withthe Christmas Bird Counts at the STP Nuclear Operating Company'sSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station.Habitat Type SpeciesWaterfowl Black-bellied Whistling-DuckGreater White-fronted GooseSnow GooseRoss' GooseCackling GooseCanada GooseWood DuckGadwallAm. WigeonMallardMottled DuckBlue-winged TealCinnamon TealN. ShovelerN. PintailGreen-winged TealCanvasbackRedheadRing-necked DuckGreater ScaupLesser ScaupSurf ScoterBuffieheadCommon GoldeneyeHooded MerganserCom. MerganserRed-breaster MerganserRuddy DuckCommon LoonLeast GrebePied-billed GrebeHorned GrebeEared GrebeAm. White PelicanBrown PelicanNeotropic CormorantDouble-crested CormorantAnhingaCom. MoorhenAm. Coot2-1 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeSpeciesWoodlandGolden-fronted WoodpeckerRed-bellied WoodpeckerYellow-bellied SapsuckerLadder-backed WoodpeckerDowny WoodpeckerHairy WoodpeckerN. (Yel.-sh.) FlickerPileated WoodpeckerAm. WoodcockLeast FlycatcherTraill's FlycatcherEmpidonax, sp.E. PhoebeVermilion FlycatcherAsh-throated FlycatcherBrown-crested FlycatcherCouch's KingbirdThick-billed KingbirdW. KingbirdLoggerhead ShrikeWhite-eyed VireoBlue-headed VireoRed-eyed VireoBlue JayAm. CrowHorned LarkTree SwallowN. Rough-winged SwallowCave SwallowBarn SwallowCarolina ChickadeeTufted TitmouseRed-breasted NuthatchBrown CreeperCarolina WrenHouse WrenWinter WrenSedge WrenMarsh WrenGolden-crowned KingletRuby-crowned KingletBlue-gray GnatcatcherE. BluebirdHermit Thrush2-2 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeWoodlandSpeciesWood ThrushAm. RobinN. MockingbirdBrown Thrasher*Eur. StarlingAm. PipitSprague's PipitCedar WaxwingTennessee WarblerOrange-crowned WarblerN. parulaNashville WarblerYellow-r. (Myrtle) WarblerYellow-throated WarblerPine WarblerPalm WarblerBlack-and-White WarblerOvenbirdCom. YellowthroatWilson's WarblerYellow-breasted ChatSummer TanagerWestern TanagerSpotted TowheeEastern TowheeChipping SparrowField SparrowVesper SparrowLark SparrowSavannah SparrowGrasshopper SparrowLe Conte's SparrowFox SparrowSong SparrowLincoln's SparrowSwamp SparrowWhite-throated SparrowWhite-crowned SparrowHarris' SparrowDark-eyed JuncoN. CardinalPyrrhuloxiaIndigo BuntingPainted BuntingRed-winaed Blackbird2-3 Table 2. Continued.Habitat Type SpeciesWoodland E. MeadowlarkYellow-headed BlackbirdBrewer's BlackbirdCom. GrackleBoat-tailed GrackleGreat-tailed GrackleBronzed CowbirdBrown-headed CowbirdBullock's OrioleBaltimore OrioleAm. GoldfinchHouse SparrowGrassland N. BobwhiteRock DoveEur. Collared DoveWhite-winged DoveMourning DoveInca DoveCom. Ground DoveBlack VultureTurkey VultureOsprey0White-tailed KiteBald EagleN. HarrierSharp-shinned HawkCooper's HawkHarris's HawkRed-shouldered HawkWhite-tailed HawkRed-tailed HawkFerruginous HawkCrested CaracaraAm. KestrelMerlinPeregrine Falcon2-4 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeSpeciesShorelineBlack-bellied PloverSemipalmated PloverPiping PloverKilldeerBlack-necked StiltGreater YellowlegsLesser YellowlegsWilletSpotted SandpiperRuddy TurnstoneSanderlingW. SandpiperLeast SandpiperDunlinStilt SandpiperShort-billed DowitcherLong-billed DowitcherLaughing GullFranklin's GullBonaparte's GullRing-billed GullHerring GullGull-billed TernCaspian TernRoyal TernCom. TernForster's TernAm. BitternLeast BitternGreat Blue HeronGreat EgretSnowy EgretLittle Blue HeronTricolored HeronReddish EgretCattle EgretGreen HeronBlack-crowned Night-HeronYellow-crowned Night-HeronWhite IbisWhite-faced IbisRoseate Spoonbill2-5 Table 2. Continued.Habitat Type SpeciesShoreline Long-billed CurlewWilson's SnipeKing RailVirginia RailSoraSandhill CraneScrub Shrub* Groove-billed AniPyrrhuloxia*Most species associated with the grasslands and many of the woodland specieswill be common to the scrub shrub habitat. Areas are determined based on knownhabitat use and observation during bird counts.02-6 Table 3. Summary of Relative Important Species and their associated habitats at STPNuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project Electric Generating Station.Wildlife Species Habitat ObservedMostly associated with the scrub shrub Observed on manyWhitetail deer and woodland habitats. Common in the occasions. Species iscommon throughout theopen grassland areas.pretyproperty.Observed infrequentlyover facility property andover the MCR. TwoBald eagle Mostly associated with woodland habitats. active nests weredocumented on the lowerColorado River more than1 mile from the site.Observed frequently inMostly associated with large wetlands, on-site wetlands (KellyAmericandrainages, ponds, rivers, and lakes. Lake) and drainages.Few numbers observed inthe MCR.Bobwhite quail Mostly grassland habitats but common in Observed infrequently.scrub shrub habitat.Observed on manyMostly grassland habitats but common in occasions. Species isMorning Dove scrub shrub habitat. common throughout theproperty.Mostly associated with open water Observed frequently onWaterfowl habitats such as the MCR, ECP, and lower the MCR and ECP.Colorado River. Common to the area aspart of migratory flyway.Rabbits (swamp Mostly associated with grassland and Observed infrequentlyrabbit, Eastern scrub shrub habitat. during current fieldcottontail) activities.Squirrels (Eastern None observed duringgray squirrel, Eastern Mostly associated with woodland habitats. any of the current fieldfox squirrel) activities.3-1 FiguresJune 2008Habitat Report Document Project Location Map STPNOCSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationUnit 3 and 4 Licensing Project ENSR AECOMMatagorda County, Texas Figure 1Image Source: Delorme Scale:1:500,000 (1" =7.9 miles)ImageProject #: 10720-008 oiSite Layout FeaturesVast Laydown Areas ,and Craft Parking areaspol AreaIRoadi Waste Storage Buildiniatch Plant/ I~-'-a P. 5oY8dýr3(12.220,,)STP Nuclear Operating CompanyHabitat AssessmentMatagorda County, Texas0 00 1: .0o3ooa i.000 2.ooo 3 Qoq-STPNOCENSR I AECOMFigure 2June 2008_____________________________________________ .1 ________________________ J I'- | * Managed acres of impact willcattails); Wetlands 0.17 0.1 occur to a wetland near" Managed Wetlands -110; where Units 3&4 will be(prairie wetlands), ° Other- constructed.and 11* Other (small isolatedwetlands with mixedgrasses, rushes andsedges).Other -Reservoir Levees are comprised of Small area of impactlevee systems (MCR earthen materials covered by associated with theand ECP). grasses on outside and construction of the newsandcrete on the inside. 759 5 0.6 CWIS which will be builton the central dikeadjacent to the existingCWIS.Area is located in the Area is only utilizedbottomland habitat along the when maintenanceColorado River. Vegetation is dredging of the RiverDredge Materials comprised of mixed grasses Make-up PumpingDredge Atea (bushy bluestem and 133 0 0 Facility and/or barge slipDisposal Area broomsedge), rattlebox, and takes place. STP has astands of cattail. USACE dredgemaintenance permit forthese activities.TOTALS 12,220 244 (2.0)...*Habitat descriptions are derived from on-site pedestrian surveys.** Percent Impacts are based on potential impacts for each habitat/land use type.***Value represents total percentage impact for entire property. Values representing individual percentage impacts in the table are not cumulative.1-4 Table 2. Summary of Bird Species by Habitat Type Associated withthe Christmas Bird Counts at the STP Nuclear Operating Company'sSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station.Habitat Type SpeciesWaterfowl Black-bellied Whistling-DuckGreater White-fronted GooseSnow GooseRoss' GooseCackling GooseCanada GooseWood DuckGadwallAm. WigeonMallardMottled DuckBlue-winged TealCinnamon TealN. ShovelerN. PintailGreen-winged TealCanvasbackRedheadRing-necked DuckGreater ScaupLesser ScaupSurf ScoterBuffieheadCommon GoldeneyeHooded MerganserCom. MerganserRed-breaster MerganserRuddy DuckCommon LoonLeast GrebePied-billed GrebeHorned GrebeEared GrebeAm. White PelicanBrown PelicanNeotropic CormorantDouble-crested CormorantAnhingaCom. MoorhenAm. Coot2-1 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeSpeciesWoodlandGolden-fronted WoodpeckerRed-bellied WoodpeckerYellow-bellied SapsuckerLadder-backed WoodpeckerDowny WoodpeckerHairy WoodpeckerN. (Yel.-sh.) FlickerPileated WoodpeckerAm. WoodcockLeast FlycatcherTraill's FlycatcherEmpidonax, sp.E. PhoebeVermilion FlycatcherAsh-throated FlycatcherBrown-crested FlycatcherCouch's KingbirdThick-billed KingbirdW. KingbirdLoggerhead ShrikeWhite-eyed VireoBlue-headed VireoRed-eyed VireoBlue JayAm. CrowHorned LarkTree SwallowN. Rough-winged SwallowCave SwallowBarn SwallowCarolina ChickadeeTufted TitmouseRed-breasted NuthatchBrown CreeperCarolina WrenHouse WrenWinter WrenSedge WrenMarsh WrenGolden-crowned KingletRuby-crowned KingletBlue-gray GnatcatcherE. BluebirdHermit Thrush2-2 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeWoodlandSpeciesWood ThrushAm. RobinN. MockingbirdBrown Thrasher*Eur. StarlingAm. PipitSprague's PipitCedar WaxwingTennessee WarblerOrange-crowned WarblerN. parulaNashville WarblerYellow-r. (Myrtle) WarblerYellow-throated WarblerPine WarblerPalm WarblerBlack-and-White WarblerOvenbirdCom. YellowthroatWilson's WarblerYellow-breasted ChatSummer TanagerWestern TanagerSpotted TowheeEastern TowheeChipping SparrowField SparrowVesper SparrowLark SparrowSavannah SparrowGrasshopper SparrowLe Conte's SparrowFox SparrowSong SparrowLincoln's SparrowSwamp SparrowWhite-throated SparrowWhite-crowned SparrowHarris' SparrowDark-eyed JuncoN. CardinalPyrrhuloxiaIndigo BuntingPainted BuntingRed-winaed Blackbird2-3 Table 2. Continued.Habitat Type SpeciesWoodland E. MeadowlarkYellow-headed BlackbirdBrewer's BlackbirdCom. GrackleBoat-tailed GrackleGreat-tailed GrackleBronzed CowbirdBrown-headed CowbirdBullock's OrioleBaltimore OrioleAm. GoldfinchHouse SparrowGrassland N. BobwhiteRock DoveEur. Collared DoveWhite-winged DoveMourning DoveInca DoveCom. Ground DoveBlack VultureTurkey VultureOsprey0White-tailed KiteBald EagleN. HarrierSharp-shinned HawkCooper's HawkHarris's HawkRed-shouldered HawkWhite-tailed HawkRed-tailed HawkFerruginous HawkCrested CaracaraAm. KestrelMerlinPeregrine Falcon2-4 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeSpeciesShorelineBlack-bellied PloverSemipalmated PloverPiping PloverKilldeerBlack-necked StiltGreater YellowlegsLesser YellowlegsWilletSpotted SandpiperRuddy TurnstoneSanderlingW. SandpiperLeast SandpiperDunlinStilt SandpiperShort-billed DowitcherLong-billed DowitcherLaughing GullFranklin's GullBonaparte's GullRing-billed GullHerring GullGull-billed TernCaspian TernRoyal TernCom. TernForster's TernAm. BitternLeast BitternGreat Blue HeronGreat EgretSnowy EgretLittle Blue HeronTricolored HeronReddish EgretCattle EgretGreen HeronBlack-crowned Night-HeronYellow-crowned Night-HeronWhite IbisWhite-faced IbisRoseate Spoonbill2-5 Table 2. Continued.Habitat Type SpeciesShoreline Long-billed CurlewWilson's SnipeKing RailVirginia RailSoraSandhill CraneScrub Shrub* Groove-billed AniPyrrhuloxia*Most species associated with the grasslands and many of the woodland specieswill be common to the scrub shrub habitat. Areas are determined based on knownhabitat use and observation during bird counts.02-6 Table 3. Summary of Relative Important Species and their associated habitats at STPNuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project Electric Generating Station.Wildlife Species Habitat ObservedMostly associated with the scrub shrub Observed on manyWhitetail deer and woodland habitats. Common in the occasions. Species iscommon throughout theopen grassland areas.pretyproperty.Observed infrequentlyover facility property andover the MCR. TwoBald eagle Mostly associated with woodland habitats. active nests weredocumented on the lowerColorado River more than1 mile from the site.Observed frequently inMostly associated with large wetlands, on-site wetlands (KellyAmericandrainages, ponds, rivers, and lakes. Lake) and drainages.Few numbers observed inthe MCR.Bobwhite quail Mostly grassland habitats but common in Observed infrequently.scrub shrub habitat.Observed on manyMostly grassland habitats but common in occasions. Species isMorning Dove scrub shrub habitat. common throughout theproperty.Mostly associated with open water Observed frequently onWaterfowl habitats such as the MCR, ECP, and lower the MCR and ECP.Colorado River. Common to the area aspart of migratory flyway.Rabbits (swamp Mostly associated with grassland and Observed infrequentlyrabbit, Eastern scrub shrub habitat. during current fieldcottontail) activities.Squirrels (Eastern None observed duringgray squirrel, Eastern Mostly associated with woodland habitats. any of the current fieldfox squirrel) activities.3-1 FiguresJune 2008Habitat Report Document Project Location Map STPNOCSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationUnit 3 and 4 Licensing Project ENSR AECOMMatagorda County, Texas Figure 1Image Source: Delorme Scale:1:500,000 (1" =7.9 miles)ImageProject #: 10720-008 oiSite Layout FeaturesVast Laydown Areas ,and Craft Parking areaspol AreaIRoadi Waste Storage Buildiniatch Plant/ I~-'-a P. 5oY8dýr3(12.220,,)STP Nuclear Operating CompanyHabitat AssessmentMatagorda County, Texas0 00 1: .0o3ooa i.000 2.ooo 3 Qoq-STPNOCENSR I AECOMFigure 2June 2008_____________________________________________ .1 ________________________ J I'- | ||
Lg.T--lndm A- Leas AgrIcurfJ Land (536 an)II Bo1la'.nd Hnata (1178. ) Man Cot. RasaR.o- (70O0 N)Urit 1 & 2 Conatn Spol Ail- (41 an) M MaintainedandOlstbe A-,a (4MB 1)0,1091d Mat-aW DrIpod 00.. (133 M) Mixed G-a1s C --,ttn s (4WS an)ExIosing Fa..is (300 .a) 511rb Shrxb Com-1il1, (975ac)Fo-Wla Cotnmu,10e a53 a) Wet.ands (00 .n)FoottaýlM-,od PastlWixndqa.' d ,f da(91 n) S.t Prpery Bondry (12,220a)Matagorda County, Texas0 201, 41000 0170STPNOCENSR l O(Fgure 3June 2008 160140120 ---10080Ez 6040_20 - | Lg.T--lndm A- Leas AgrIcurfJ Land (536 an)II Bo1la'.nd Hnata (1178. ) Man Cot. RasaR.o- (70O0 N)Urit 1 & 2 Conatn Spol Ail- (41 an) M MaintainedandOlstbe A-,a (4MB 1)0,1091d Mat-aW DrIpod 00.. (133 M) Mixed G-a1s C --,ttn s (4WS an)ExIosing Fa..is (300 .a) 511rb Shrxb Com-1il1, (975ac)Fo-Wla Cotnmu,10e a53 a) Wet.ands (00 .n)FoottaýlM-,od PastlWixndqa.' d ,f da(91 n) S.t Prpery Bondry (12,220a)Matagorda County, Texas0 201, 41000 0170STPNOCENSR l O(Fgure 3June 2008 160140120 ---10080Ez 6040_20 - - 7- F - -- -FYearFigure 4. Total number of species documented annually in the STPChristmas Bird Count Surveys 1993 -2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data0 100000009000000 8 -45 .8000000 ... ........ .7000000 .-.. ....6000000 ......:3E 4000000 .3 0000003000000 1554998 -12562612000000 --- ---- -81558191000000 *374601 405352 11267 17990 9791 18652 11905 48462 66764 648550YearFigure 5. Total number of birds documented in the STP Christmas BirdCount Surveys 1993- 2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count DataI Brewer'sBlackbird2%F-/Com. Grackle2%Great-tailedGrackle2%Brown-headedCowbird46%Red-wingedBlackbird48%Figure 6. Percent composition of bird species comprising >1% in theSTP Christmas Bird Count, 1993-2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data 250002 0 0 0 0 -----...... -..15000 --.0EZ 10000 .... ... .. ..5000 ___0YearFigure 7. Total number of waterfowl documented in the STP Christmas BirdCount Surveys 1993 -2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data Lesser Scaupi=.lUBlue-winged Teal1%Mottled Duck1%Snow Goose63%/i/,/ G~/Green-winged Teal2%adwall2% N. Shoveler-3%N. Pintail6%Greater White-frontedGoose8%Cackling Goose12%Figure 8. Percent composition of waterfowl species comprising > 1% in the STPChristmas Bird Count Surveys 1993 -2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data WR-1. US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Permit No. 10570 (Maintenancedredging of barge slip) (dated November 4, 2005). | ||
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYGALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSP. 0. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229November 4, 2004REPLY TOATTENTION OF:Evaluation | DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYGALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSP. 0. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229November 4, 2004REPLY TOATTENTION OF:Evaluation Section | ||
==SUBJECT:== | |||
Permit No. 10570(06); Extension of TimeSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyAttn: Ms. S. L. DannhardtP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483-0289 | |||
==Dear Ms. Dannhardt:== | |||
Your letter, dated June 24, 2004, requesting to amend Department of the Army Permit 10570to extend the time to maintenance dredge is approved pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers andHarbors Act of 1899. Permit No. 10570 was issued on July 20, 1975 and authorized you todredge a basin and discharge channel, place riprap and construct a wharf, intake pumping stationand spillway. Amendment (01) was issued on April 16, 1976 to revise sheet 2 of 7 of theoriginal permit plans. Amendment (02) was issued on August 12, 1976 to revise sheets 3 and 4of the original permit plans. ,Amendment (03) was issued on October 19, 1978 to extend time todredge a basin and discharge channel, place riprap and construct a wharf, intake pumping stationand spillway to December 31, 1983. Amendment (04) was issued on May 24, 1984 to extendtime to maintenance dredge barge slips to December 31, 1994. Amendment (05) was issued toextend time to maintenance dredge until December 31, 2004. The permit site is located in theColorado River, in the vicinity of River Mile 14.6, approximately 5 miles northwest fromMatagorda, in Matagorda County, Texas.All work is to be performed in accordance with the enclosed permitted plans in 3 sheets andthe original permit conditions, which remain in full force and effect, with the exception of thetime limit for completion. This authorization expires on December 31, 2014. Please note theenclosed Notification of Administrative Appeal Options regarding this authorization. Thisauthorization is based on a approved jurisdictional determination. In addition to the originalpermit conditions, the following special condition is added to your authorization:e. The permittee understands and agrees that if future operations by the UnitedStates require the removal, relocation or other alteration of the structure or workherein authorized, or if, in the opinion of the Secretary of the Army or hisauthorized representative, said structure or work' shall cause unreasonableobstruction to the free navigation of the navigable waters, the permittee will berequired, upon due notice from the Corps of Engineers to remove, relocate or alterthe structural work or obstructions caused thereby, without expense to the UnitedStates. No claim shall be made against the United States on account of any suchremoval or alteration. | |||
Please notify the District Engineer, in writing, upon completion of the authorized work. Apre-addressed postcard has been enclosed for this purpose.FOR THE DISTRICT ENGINEER:Janet Thomas BotelloLeader, Central Evaluation UnitEnclosuresCopies Furnished:Eighth Coast Guard District, New Orleans, LAU.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Houston, TXTexas General Land Office, Austin, TXTexas General Land Office, La Porte, TXNorthern Area Office, Galveston, TX PERMITTED PLANS0 2000 4000 FEETSCALENOTE:MAP BASE IS 71/2' USGS OUADRANGLE SHEErS.GRID BASED ON "TEXAS COORDINATE SYSTEM;OUTH CENTRAL ZONE." ELEVATION ANIO CONTOURSSHOWN ARE IN FEET. DATUM IS MEAN SEA LEVEL.RE FERENCE ELEVATIONS:tMEANJ SEA LEVLL: EL.O-O0MEAN LOW TIDE: EL. (-)-1.43ME4,tI LOW WATER: EL. 0.10 ,AT SITE)WEAN HIGH WIATER: EL.1.12 (1,T SIi7)SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTLOCATION MAPMatagorda County, TXSTP Nuclear Operating Co.Permit No. 105706a&)Sheet 1 of 3 CENTERLINE-. OF DtTCH-7AHWT-1ED PLANS-N-IIIDROP INLET81 OUTFALL IWITH RIPRA\L..,."I/SOUTH TEXAS PROJECMAKEUP PUMP STATIQI81 BARGE SLIPON THE COLD1AOO RIVERAT RIVER WILE 14.-MATAGORDA COUNTY, To" (AsAPPUr CATION 1-fSTP Nuclear Operating Co.Permit No. 10570ol)Sheet 2 of 30 100 20.0 300 7FT'3CALF- | |||
"PER-PA1T TED LNEXIS ING GRADEDREGE ........"\0 j/ / " 7 7 fELEV(-I _ )10CROSS SECTION BARGE SLIP1530. -0 ._ tna, -a"S'\JDREDGE TaELEV (-) F ,50IQ FEETs C-- Crr 10f 1,,iNOTE:ELEVATION5 3HOWN AREIN FEET. OATUM S1 INMEAN SEA LEVEL.SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTCROSS SECTION PUMP STATION& BARGE SLIPM COUNTY, TrXaSAg' UCLLTl Ut QSTP Nuclear Operating Co.Permit No. 10570 totSheet 3 of 3 WR-2. USACE Permit No. SWG- 1992-02707 (Maintenance dredging of intake)(dated July 21, 2009). [STPLR-472] | "PER-PA1T TED LNEXIS ING GRADEDREGE ........"\0 j/ / " 7 7 fELEV(-I _ )10CROSS SECTION BARGE SLIP1530. -0 ._ tna, -a"S'\JDREDGE TaELEV (-) F ,50IQ FEETs C-- Crr 10f 1,,iNOTE:ELEVATION5 3HOWN AREIN FEET. OATUM S1 INMEAN SEA LEVEL.SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTCROSS SECTION PUMP STATION& BARGE SLIPM COUNTY, TrXaSAg' UCLLTl Ut QSTP Nuclear Operating Co.Permit No. 10570 totSheet 3 of 3 WR-2. USACE Permit No. SWG- 1992-02707 (Maintenance dredging of intake)(dated July 21, 2009). [STPLR-472] | ||
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY bcc: Correspondence, N2002GALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSTNP. O. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229 FD-NOC-09020059July 21, 2009 STI: 32508999REPLYo PFN: W02ATTENlnON OF.Evaluation | DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY bcc: Correspondence, N2002GALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSTNP. O. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229 FD-NOC-09020059July 21, 2009 STI: 32508999REPLYo PFN: W02ATTENlnON OF.Evaluation Section | ||
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Permit No. SWG- 1992-02707; Extension of TimeS.L. DannhardtSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483 | |||
==Dear Ms. Dannhardt:== | |||
Your July 1, 2009, letter to amend Permit No. 14848(04) for an Extension of Time isapproved pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and Section 404 of theClean Water Act. Permit No. 14848 was issued on March 17, 1981, and authorized maintenancedredging of an intake pumping station and the use of Dredged Material Placement Area 3B.Amendment (01), issued on December 26, 1985, authorized a 3-year Extension of Time tocontinue maintenance dredging. Amendment (02), issued March 7, 1989, authorized anExtension of Time to maintenance dredge until December 31, 1999. Amendment (03), issuedJanuary 26, 1993, authorized an extension of the dredging area 25 feet waterward into theColorado River. Amendment (04), issued June 9, 1999, authorized an Extension of Time tomaintenance dredge until December 31, 2009. The permit site is located at River Mile 14.6 onthe Colorado River, approximately 5 miles north of Matagorda, in Matagorda County, Texas.All work is to be performed in accordance with the enclosed plans in 5 sheets and theoriginal permit conditions, which remain in full force and effect, with the exception of the timelimit for completion. This authorization expires on December 31, 2019. The following specialconditions remain in full force and effect:a. Prior to performance of hydraulic dredging, the applicant will obtain a 401 Water QualityCertification from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the effluent or returnwater from authorized dredged material placement areas. The applicant will submit a copyof the certification to the Corps of Engineers prior to performing hydraulic dredging.b. The permittee must coordinate in writing the use of government-owned dredged materialplacement areas with the Corps of Engineers Galveston District's Northern Area Office, theNavigation Branch and the Operations Division, at least 60 days prior to conducting any andall work in or affecting the disposal area(s) to assure that the work will not conflict with U. S.Government dredging or disposal area management activities. | |||
c. The permittee understands and agrees that, if future operations by the United States requirethe removal, relocation, or other alteration, of the structure or work herein authorized, or if,in the opinion of the Secretary of the Army or his authorized representative, said structure orwork shall cause unreasonable obstruction to the free navigation of the navigable waters, thepermittee will be required, upon due notice from the Corps of Engineers, to remove, relocate,or alter the structural work or obstructions caused thereby, without expense to the UnitedStates. No claim shall be made against the United States on account of any such removal oralteration.Please refer to SWG41992-02707 in all future correspondence regarding this project. Pleasealso notify the District Commander, in writing, upon completion of the authorized work. A pre-addressed postcard has been enclosed for this purpose.FOR THE DISTRICT COMMANDER:lanet Thomas BotelloLeader, Central Evaluation UnitEnclosuresCopies Furnished:Eighth Coast Guard District, New Orleans, LATexas General Land Office, Austin, TXTexas General Land Office, La Porte, TXHouston/Galveston Resident Office, Galveston, TX STP Nuclear Operating Co,Figure 2: South Texas Project SitePERMITTED PLANSSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483SWG-1 992-02707 P. 1 of 5 PERMITTED PLANSCuja N. -COLORADOJ-* -. RIVERPL40T AREA 1 STPIROPFERTY.-LIhMITSN3' 0.1 ________'1ii -~i~\* '-~~~L-. .MAlKE2UP Sump* 7* i- STATIONC O IGMAKEUP p..* .PIPELINESRE E VOIR~ CI ["SPILLWAY a. BLOWVDOWN-LCWIDOWN DPISCHARGE CHA NEL DISCHARGE,- --LOwOOWNPIPLINI0 1 2000 4000 FEETSCALEKl6NOTE:MAP BASE IS 71/2' USGS OUADRANIGLE GRID BASED ON "TEXAS COORDINATE SYST~tA,'SOUTH CENTRAL ZONE." ELEVATION AND COnrjOURSSHOWN ARE Itn FEET. DATUM IS MEAN SEA LEVEL.REFERENICE ELE-VATIONS:MiEA1 SEA LEVLL: EL. 0.00MEAN LOW TIDE: EL. (--).43MEAN LOW WATER: EL.O-tO !AT SIrTE)SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTLOCATION MAPSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483SWG-1992-02707 P. 2 of 5 CENTERLINEI-PERMITTED PLANSDROP INLETOUTFALL PWITH RIPRAPI:,/1kSOUTH TEXAS PROJE(-MAKEUP PUMP STATIO:8. BARGE SLIPON THE COLORAo0 RIVERAT RIVER MILE 14.0UATAGOROA COUNTY, TEXASAPf UCAT I1 U"STP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483SWG-1 992-02707 P. 3 of 50 0oo 20o 300 TSCALEI W0-- -ij-.~~ 0,_ _ weItw p f r- f 07.7. ........---.--.PWPA1TDLJNSRMFOVRVECD 0CG) M L--n0f Note: I.. Elevations shown in feet2. Spoil depth variesPERMIrflz[D pLANS-N0 1CrC-140L~004Hr;IX-D000)CO0CDW)South Texas ProjectCross Section of RMPF WR-3. Current TCEQ-issued TPDES permit (TPDES Permit No.WQ0001908000 issued July 21, 2005). [STPLR-05] | |||
TPDES PERMIT NO. W00001908000[For TCEQ office use only -EPA I.D. No. TX00649471]TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY This is a renewal of TPDES Permit No.P. 0. Box 13087 W00001908000, issued onNovember 2,Austin, Texas 78711-3087 2000.PERMIT TO DISCHARGE WASTESunder provisions ofSection 402 of the Clean Water Actand Chapter 26 of the Texas Water CodeSTP Nuclear Operating Companywhose mailing address isP. 0. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483-0289is authorized to treat and discharge wastes from the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (SIC 4911)located on Farm-to-Market Road 521, approximately 10 miles north of Matagorda Bay and 12 miles south-southwest of the City of Bay City, Matagorda County, Texasto Colorado River Tidal in Segment No. 1401 of the Colorado River Basinonly according to effluent limitations, monitoring requirements and other conditions set forth in this permit, as wellas the rules of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the laws of the State of Texas, and otherorders of the TCEQ. The issuance of this permit does not grant to the permittee the right to use private or publicproperty for conveyance of wastewater along the discharge route described in this permit. This includes, but is notlimited to, property belonging to any individual, partnership, corporation or other entity. Neither does this permitauthorize any invasion of personal rights nor any violation of federal, state, or local laws or regulations. It is theresponsibility of the permittee to acquire property rights as may be necessary to use the discharge route.This permit shall expire at midnight on December 1, 2009.ISSUED DATE: JUL 2.12005For the Commission STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000DEFINITIONS AND STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONSAs required by Title 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAG) Chapter 305, certain regulations appear as standard conditions inwaste discharge permits. 30 TAC §§ 305.121 -305.129 (relating to Permit Characteristics and Conditions) as promulgatedunder the Texas Water Code §§ 5.103 and 5.105, and the Texas Health and Safety Code §§ 361.017 and 361.024(a), establishthe characteristics and standards for waste discharge permits, including sewage sludge, and those sections of40 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part 122 adopted by reference by the Commission. The following text includes these conditions andincorporates them into this permit. All definitions in Section 26.001 of the Texas Water Code and 30 TAC Chapter 305 shallapply to this permit and are incorporated by reference. Some specific definitions of words or phrases used in this permit areas follows:1. Flow Measurementsa. Annual average flow- the arithmetic average of all daily flow determinations taken within the preceding 12 consecutivecalendar months. The annual average flow determination shall consist of daily flow volume determinations made bya totalizing meter, charted on a chart recorder and limited to major domestic wastewater discharge facilities with a Imillion gallons per day or greater permitted flow.b. Daily average flow -the arithmetic average of-all determinations of the daily flow within a period of one calendarmonth. The daily average flow determination shall consist of determinations made on at least four separate days. Ifinstantaneous measurements are used to determine the daily flow, the determination shall be the arithmetic average ofall instantaneous measurements taken during that month. Daily average flow determination for intermittent dischargesshall consist of a minimum of three flow determinations on days of discharge.c. Daily maximum flow -the highest total flow for any 24-hour period in a calendar month.d. Instantaneous flow -the measured flow during the minimum time required to interpret the flow measuring device.e. 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the maximum flow sustained for a two-hour period duringthe period of daily discharge. The average of multiple measurements of instantaneous maximum flow within a two-hour period may be used to calculate the 2-hour peak flow.f. Maximum 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the highest 2-hour peak flow for any 24-hourperiod in a calender month.2. Concentration Measurementsa. Daily average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar month, consisting of at least four separate representative measurements.i. For domestic wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calendar month, thearithmetic average (weighted by flow) of all values in the previous four consecutive month period consisting ofat least four measurements shall be utilized as the daily average concentration.ii. For all other wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calender month, the arithmeticaverage (weighted by flow) of all values taken during the month shall be utilized as the daily averageconcentration.b. 7-day average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar week, Sunday through Saturday.c. Daily maximum concentration -the maximum concentration measured on a single day, by the sample type specifiedin the permit, within a period of one calender month.d. Daily discharge -the discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonablyrepresents the calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants with limitations expressed in terms of mass, the"daily discharge" is calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the sampling day. For pollutants withlimitations expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurementof the pollutant over the sampling day.The "daily discharge" determination of concentration made using a composite sample shall be the concentration of thecomposite sample. When grab samples are used, the "daily discharge" determination of concentration shall be thearithmetic average (weighted by flow value) of all samples collected during that day.e. Fecal coliform bacteria concentration -the number of colonies of fecal coliform bacteria per 100 milliliters effluent.The daily average fecal coliform bacteria concentration is a geometric mean of the values for the effluent samplescollected in a calendar month. The geometric mean shall be determined by calculating the nth root of the product ofall measurements made in a calender month, where n equals the number of measurements made; or, computed as thePage 2 Outfall Number 001EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS1. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge (*5) recirculated coolingwater, cooling reservoir blowdown, previously monitored effluents, storm water, and makeup water from Colorado River subject to the following effluentlimitations:The daily average flow of effluent shall not exceed 144 million gallons per day (MGD). The daily maximum flow shall not exceed 200 MGD.Effluent CharacteristicsDischarge LimitationsFlow (MGD)Colorado River Flow (MGD) (*5)Temperature (*F)Total Residual Chlorine (*3)Daily Averagemg/I(Report)N/A(95 -F) (*2)N/ADaily Maximummg/lSingle Grabmg/I(Report)(Report)(97 -F) (*2)0.05N/AN/AN/AN/AContinuous (* 1)1/day (* 1)Continuous (* 1)1/week (* 1)RecordEstimateIn-SituGrab (*4)Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample Type(*I)(*2)(*3)(*4)(*5)When discharge occurs from Outfall 001.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 9.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 5.Samples shall be representative of periods of chlorination.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 4.2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored 1/day, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 001, which is at a point in the blowdown line prior to entering the ColoradoRiver.Page 2 of TPDES Permit No. WQ000 1908000STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Outfall Number 101I, During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge low volume waste sources(* 1) commingled with previously monitored effluent (PME) from the metal cleaning waste system discharge subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Flow variable.Effluent Characteristics' Daily Avera,mg/IDischarge Limitationsge Daily Maximumrmg/ISingle Grabmg/IMinimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Total Suspended SolidsOil and Grease(Report)3015(Report)10020N/A100201/day1/weekI/weekEstimateGrab (*2)Grab (*2)(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision 10.(*2) If more than one source is associated with this particular waste category, grab samples from each source shall be analyzed and the analytical valuescombined on a flow weighted basis with the calculated values used to determine the "Daily Average" for the month. The highest analytical valueof all grab samples for the monthly reporting period shall be reported as the "Daily Maximum."2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 101, where low volume waste sources (*1) commingled with previouslymonitored effluents (PME) are discharged from the neutralization basins prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2a of TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTSOutfall Number 2011. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permit-tee is authorized to discharge low volume waste sources(* 1) from the oily waste treatment system and storm water subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/1Discharge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/ISingle :Grabmg/1Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsRe port Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Total Suspended SolidsOil and Grease(Report)3015(Report)10020N/A100201/day'1/week1/weekEstimateGrab (*2)Grab (*2)(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision 10.(*2) If more than one source is associated with this particular waste category, grab samples from each source shall be analyzed and the analytical valuescombined on a flow weighted basis with the calculated values used to determine the "Daily Average" for the month. The highest analytical valueof all grab samples for the monthly reporting period shall be reported as the "Daily Maximum."2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: Outfall 201, where low volume waste sources are discharged from the oily wastetreatment system prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2b of TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LMouiATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTSOutfall Number 4011. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is a 'uthorized to discharge treated sanitary sewagecommingled with car wash water and air conditioning condensate subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Continuous and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/lDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/1Single Grabmg/iMinimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Biochemical Oxygen Demand(5-day)Total Suspended Solids(Report)2020(Report)N/A1/day1/weekl/weekEstimateGrabGrab454545452. The effluent shall contain a minimum chlorine residual of 1.0 mg/l after a detention time of at least 20 minutes (based on peak flow), and shall be monitored1/week, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 401, at discharge from the sewage treatment plant (West Sanitary WasteTreatment System) prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2c of TPDES Permit No. WQO0O 1908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Outfall Number 501 "1. | TPDES PERMIT NO. W00001908000[For TCEQ office use only -EPA I.D. No. TX00649471]TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY This is a renewal of TPDES Permit No.P. 0. Box 13087 W00001908000, issued onNovember 2,Austin, Texas 78711-3087 2000.PERMIT TO DISCHARGE WASTESunder provisions ofSection 402 of the Clean Water Actand Chapter 26 of the Texas Water CodeSTP Nuclear Operating Companywhose mailing address isP. 0. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483-0289is authorized to treat and discharge wastes from the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (SIC 4911)located on Farm-to-Market Road 521, approximately 10 miles north of Matagorda Bay and 12 miles south-southwest of the City of Bay City, Matagorda County, Texasto Colorado River Tidal in Segment No. 1401 of the Colorado River Basinonly according to effluent limitations, monitoring requirements and other conditions set forth in this permit, as wellas the rules of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the laws of the State of Texas, and otherorders of the TCEQ. The issuance of this permit does not grant to the permittee the right to use private or publicproperty for conveyance of wastewater along the discharge route described in this permit. This includes, but is notlimited to, property belonging to any individual, partnership, corporation or other entity. Neither does this permitauthorize any invasion of personal rights nor any violation of federal, state, or local laws or regulations. It is theresponsibility of the permittee to acquire property rights as may be necessary to use the discharge route.This permit shall expire at midnight on December 1, 2009.ISSUED DATE: JUL 2.12005For the Commission STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000DEFINITIONS AND STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONSAs required by Title 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAG) Chapter 305, certain regulations appear as standard conditions inwaste discharge permits. 30 TAC §§ 305.121 -305.129 (relating to Permit Characteristics and Conditions) as promulgatedunder the Texas Water Code §§ 5.103 and 5.105, and the Texas Health and Safety Code §§ 361.017 and 361.024(a), establishthe characteristics and standards for waste discharge permits, including sewage sludge, and those sections of40 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part 122 adopted by reference by the Commission. The following text includes these conditions andincorporates them into this permit. All definitions in Section 26.001 of the Texas Water Code and 30 TAC Chapter 305 shallapply to this permit and are incorporated by reference. Some specific definitions of words or phrases used in this permit areas follows:1. Flow Measurementsa. Annual average flow- the arithmetic average of all daily flow determinations taken within the preceding 12 consecutivecalendar months. The annual average flow determination shall consist of daily flow volume determinations made bya totalizing meter, charted on a chart recorder and limited to major domestic wastewater discharge facilities with a Imillion gallons per day or greater permitted flow.b. Daily average flow -the arithmetic average of-all determinations of the daily flow within a period of one calendarmonth. The daily average flow determination shall consist of determinations made on at least four separate days. Ifinstantaneous measurements are used to determine the daily flow, the determination shall be the arithmetic average ofall instantaneous measurements taken during that month. Daily average flow determination for intermittent dischargesshall consist of a minimum of three flow determinations on days of discharge.c. Daily maximum flow -the highest total flow for any 24-hour period in a calendar month.d. Instantaneous flow -the measured flow during the minimum time required to interpret the flow measuring device.e. 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the maximum flow sustained for a two-hour period duringthe period of daily discharge. The average of multiple measurements of instantaneous maximum flow within a two-hour period may be used to calculate the 2-hour peak flow.f. Maximum 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the highest 2-hour peak flow for any 24-hourperiod in a calender month.2. Concentration Measurementsa. Daily average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar month, consisting of at least four separate representative measurements.i. For domestic wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calendar month, thearithmetic average (weighted by flow) of all values in the previous four consecutive month period consisting ofat least four measurements shall be utilized as the daily average concentration.ii. For all other wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calender month, the arithmeticaverage (weighted by flow) of all values taken during the month shall be utilized as the daily averageconcentration.b. 7-day average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar week, Sunday through Saturday.c. Daily maximum concentration -the maximum concentration measured on a single day, by the sample type specifiedin the permit, within a period of one calender month.d. Daily discharge -the discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonablyrepresents the calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants with limitations expressed in terms of mass, the"daily discharge" is calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the sampling day. For pollutants withlimitations expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurementof the pollutant over the sampling day.The "daily discharge" determination of concentration made using a composite sample shall be the concentration of thecomposite sample. When grab samples are used, the "daily discharge" determination of concentration shall be thearithmetic average (weighted by flow value) of all samples collected during that day.e. Fecal coliform bacteria concentration -the number of colonies of fecal coliform bacteria per 100 milliliters effluent.The daily average fecal coliform bacteria concentration is a geometric mean of the values for the effluent samplescollected in a calendar month. The geometric mean shall be determined by calculating the nth root of the product ofall measurements made in a calender month, where n equals the number of measurements made; or, computed as thePage 2 Outfall Number 001EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS1. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge (*5) recirculated coolingwater, cooling reservoir blowdown, previously monitored effluents, storm water, and makeup water from Colorado River subject to the following effluentlimitations:The daily average flow of effluent shall not exceed 144 million gallons per day (MGD). The daily maximum flow shall not exceed 200 MGD.Effluent CharacteristicsDischarge LimitationsFlow (MGD)Colorado River Flow (MGD) (*5)Temperature (*F)Total Residual Chlorine (*3)Daily Averagemg/I(Report)N/A(95 -F) (*2)N/ADaily Maximummg/lSingle Grabmg/I(Report)(Report)(97 -F) (*2)0.05N/AN/AN/AN/AContinuous (* 1)1/day (* 1)Continuous (* 1)1/week (* 1)RecordEstimateIn-SituGrab (*4)Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample Type(*I)(*2)(*3)(*4)(*5)When discharge occurs from Outfall 001.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 9.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 5.Samples shall be representative of periods of chlorination.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 4.2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored 1/day, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 001, which is at a point in the blowdown line prior to entering the ColoradoRiver.Page 2 of TPDES Permit No. WQ000 1908000STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Outfall Number 101I, During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge low volume waste sources(* 1) commingled with previously monitored effluent (PME) from the metal cleaning waste system discharge subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Flow variable.Effluent Characteristics' Daily Avera,mg/IDischarge Limitationsge Daily Maximumrmg/ISingle Grabmg/IMinimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Total Suspended SolidsOil and Grease(Report)3015(Report)10020N/A100201/day1/weekI/weekEstimateGrab (*2)Grab (*2)(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision 10.(*2) If more than one source is associated with this particular waste category, grab samples from each source shall be analyzed and the analytical valuescombined on a flow weighted basis with the calculated values used to determine the "Daily Average" for the month. The highest analytical valueof all grab samples for the monthly reporting period shall be reported as the "Daily Maximum."2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 101, where low volume waste sources (*1) commingled with previouslymonitored effluents (PME) are discharged from the neutralization basins prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2a of TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTSOutfall Number 2011. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permit-tee is authorized to discharge low volume waste sources(* 1) from the oily waste treatment system and storm water subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/1Discharge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/ISingle :Grabmg/1Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsRe port Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Total Suspended SolidsOil and Grease(Report)3015(Report)10020N/A100201/day'1/week1/weekEstimateGrab (*2)Grab (*2)(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision 10.(*2) If more than one source is associated with this particular waste category, grab samples from each source shall be analyzed and the analytical valuescombined on a flow weighted basis with the calculated values used to determine the "Daily Average" for the month. The highest analytical valueof all grab samples for the monthly reporting period shall be reported as the "Daily Maximum."2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: Outfall 201, where low volume waste sources are discharged from the oily wastetreatment system prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2b of TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LMouiATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTSOutfall Number 4011. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is a 'uthorized to discharge treated sanitary sewagecommingled with car wash water and air conditioning condensate subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Continuous and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/lDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/1Single Grabmg/iMinimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Biochemical Oxygen Demand(5-day)Total Suspended Solids(Report)2020(Report)N/A1/day1/weekl/weekEstimateGrabGrab454545452. The effluent shall contain a minimum chlorine residual of 1.0 mg/l after a detention time of at least 20 minutes (based on peak flow), and shall be monitored1/week, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 401, at discharge from the sewage treatment plant (West Sanitary WasteTreatment System) prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2c of TPDES Permit No. WQO0O 1908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Outfall Number 501 "1. | ||
* During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge metal cleaning waste (*1)subject to the following effluent limitations (*3):Volume: Intermittent and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/1IDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/ISingle Grabmg/I"Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Iron, TotalCopper, Total(Report)1.00.5(Report)1.01.0N/A1.01.01/day (*2)lweek (*2)1/week (*2)EstimateGrabGrab(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision No. 7.(*2) When discharge occurs.2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 501, where metal cleaning wastes are discharged prior to mixing with anyother waste stream.Page 2d of TPDES Permit No. WQ00 1908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company Outfall Number 601EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS1. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge treated sanitary sewagecommingled with air conditioning condensate and HVAC cooling tower blowdown subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Continuous and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/lDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/1Single Grabmg/1Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily Maximum.Measurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Biochemical Oxygen Demand(5-day)Total Suspended Solids(Report)2020(Report)N/A1/dayEstimate45454545lweek1/weekGrabGrab2. The effluent shall contain a minimum chlorine residual of 1.0 mg/I after a detention time of at least 20 minutes (based on peak flow), and shall be monitored1/week, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 601, at discharge from the sewage treatment plant (Training Sanitary WasteTreatment Facility) prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2e of TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000STP Nuclear Operating Company STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Pennit No. WQOOO 1908000DEFINITIONS AND STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONSAs required by Title 30 Texas Adminstrative Code (TAC) Chapter 305, certain regulations appear as standard conditions inwaste discharge permits. 30 TAC §§ 305.121 -305.129 (relating to Permit Characteristics and Conditions) as promulgatedunder the Texas Water Code §§ 5.103 and 5.105, and the Texas Health and Safety Code §§ 361.017 and 361.024(a), establishthe characteristics and standards for waste discharge permits, including sewage sludge, and those sections of40 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part 122 adopted by reference by the Commission. The following text includes these conditions andincorporates them into this permit. All definitions in Section 26.001 of the Texas Water Code and 30 TAC Chapter 305 shallapply to this permit and are incorporated by reference. Some specific definitions of words or phrases used in this permit areas follows:1. Flow Measurementsa. Annual average flow -the arithmetic average of all daily flow determinations taken within the preceding 12 consecutivecalendar months. The annual average flow determination shall consist of daily flow volume determinations made bya totalizing meter, charted on a chart recorder and limited to major domestic wastewater discharge facilities with a Imillion gallons per day or greater permitted flow.b. Daily average- flow ý the arithmetic average of-all-determinations of-the-daily flow within a-period of-one-calendar -month. The daily average flow determination shall consist of determinations made on at least four separate days. Ifinstantaneous measurements are used to determine the daily flow, the determination shall be the arithmetic average ofall instantaneous measurements taken during that month. Daily average flow determination for intermittent dischargesshall consist of a minimum of three flow determinations on days of discharge.c. Daily maximum flow -the highest total flow for any 24-hour period in a calendar month.d. Instantaneous flow -the measured flow during the minimum time required to interpret the flow measuring device.e. 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the maximum flow sustained for a two-hour period duringthe period of daily discharge. The average of multiple measurements of instantaneous maximum flow within a two-hour period may be used to calculate the 2-hour peak flow.f. Maximum 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the highest 2-hour peak flow for any 24-hourperiod in a calender month-2. Concentration Measurementsa. Daily average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar month, consisting of at least four separate representative measurements.i. For domestic wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calendar month, thearithmetic average (weighted by flow) of all values in the previous four consecutive month period consisting ofat least four measurements shall be utilized as the daily average concentration.ii. For all other wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calender month, the arithmeticaverage (weighted by flow) of all values taken during the month shall be utilized as the daily averageconcentration.b. 7-day average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar week, Sunday through Saturday.c. Daily maximum concentration -the maximum concentration measured on a single day, by the sample type specifiedin the permit, within a period of one calender month.d. Daily discharge -the discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonablyrepresents the calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants with limitations expressed in terms of mass, the"daily discharge" is calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the sampling day. For pollutants withlimitations expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurementof the pollutant over the sampling day.The "daily discharge" determination of concentration made using a composite sample shall be the concentration of thecomposite sample. When grab samples are used, the "daily discharge" determination of concentration shall be thearithmetic average (weighted by flow'value) of all samples collected during that day.e. Fecal coliform bacteria concentration -the number of colonies of fecal coliform bacteria per 100 milliliters effluent.The daily average fecal coliform bacteria concentration is a geometric mean of the values for the effluent samplescollected in a calendar month. The geometric mean shall be determined by calculating the nth root of the product ofall measurements made in a calender month, where n equals the number of measurements made; or, computed as thePage 2 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000antilogarithm of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of all measurements made in a calender month. For anymeasurement of fecal coliform bacteria equaling zero, a substituted value of one shall be made for input into eithercomputation method. The 7-day average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the values for all effluentsamples collected during a calender week.f. Daily average loading (lbs/day) -the arithmetic average of all daily discharge loading calculations during a period ofone calender month. These calculations must be made for each-day of the month that a parameter is analyzed. Thedaily discharge, in terms of mass (lbs/day), is calculated as ( Flow, MGD x Concentration, mg/I x 8.34).g. Daily maximum loading (lbs/day) -the highest daily discharge, in terms of mass (lbs/day), within a period of onecalender month.3. Sample Typea. Composite sample -For domestic wastewater, a composite sample is a sample made up of a minimum of three effluentportions collected in a continuous 24-hour period or during the period of daily discharge if less than 24 hours, andcombined in volumes proportional to flow, and collected at the intervals required by 30 TAC § 319.9 (a). For industrialwastewater, a composite sample is a sample made up of a minimum of three effluent portions collected in a continuous-24-hour-period-or-during-the-period of daily-discharge-if-less-than-24-hours,- and combined-in-volumesproportional toflow, and collected at the intervals required by 30 TAC § 319.9 (b).b. Grab sample -an individual sample collected in less than 15 minutes.4. Treatment Facility (facility) -wastewater facilities used in the conveyance, storage, treatment, recycling, reclamation and/ordisposal of domestic sewage, industrial wastes, agricultural wastes, recreational wastes, or other wastes including sludgehandling or disposal facilities under the jurisdiction of the Commission.5. The term "sewage sludge" is defined as solid, semi-solid, or liquid residue generated during the treatment of domesticsewage in 30 TAC Chapter 312. This includes the solids which have not been classified as hazardous waste separated fromwastewater by unit processes.6. Bypass -the intentional diversion of a waste stream from any portion of a treatment facility.MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS1. Self-ReportingMonitoring results shall be provided at the intervals specified in the permit. Unless otherwise specified in this permit orotherwise ordered by the Commission, the permittee shall conduct effluent sampling and reporting in accordance with 30TAC §§ 319.4 -319.12. Unless otherwise specified, a monthly effluent report shall be submitted each month, to theEnforcement Division (MC 224), by the 20th day of the following month for each discharge which is described by thispermit whether or not a discharge is made for that month. Monitoring results must be reported on an approved self-reportform, that is signed and certified as required by Monitoring and Reporting Requirements No. 10.As provided by state law, the permittee is subject to administrative, civil and criminal penalties, as applicable, fornegligently or knowingly violating the Clean Water Act, the Texas Water Code, Chapters 26, 27, and 28, and Texas Healthand Safety Code, Chapter 361, including but not limited to knowingly making any false statement, representation, orcertification on any report, record, or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, includingmonitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance, or falsifying, tampering with or knowingly renderinginaccurate any monitoring device or method required by this permit or violating any other requirement imposed by stateor federal regulations.2. Test ProceduresUnless otherwise specified in this permit, test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall comply with proceduresspecified in 30 TAC §§319.11 -319.12. Measurements, tests and calculations shall be accurately accomplished in arepresentative manner.3. Records of Resultsa. Monitoring samples and measurements shall be taken at times and in a manner so as to be representative of themonitored activity.b. Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's sewage sludge use anddisposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR Part 503),monitoring and reporting records, including strip charts and records of calibration and maintenance, copies of allrecords required by this permit, records of all data used to complete the application for this permit, and the certificationPage 3 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000required by 40 CFR § 264.73(b)(9) shall be retained at the facility site, or shall be readily available for review by aTCEQ representative for a period of three years from the date of the record or sample, measurement, report, applicationor certification. This period shall be extended at the request of the Executive Director.c. Records of monitoring activities shall include the following:i. date, time and place of sample or measurement;ii. identity of individual who collected the sample or made the measurement.iii. date and time of analysis;iv. identity of the individual and laboratory who performed the analysis;v. the technique or method of analysis; andvi. the results of the analysis or measurement and quality assurance/quality control records.The period during which records are required to be kept shall be automatically extended to the date of the finaldisposition of any administrative or judicial enforcement action that maybe instituted against the permittee.4. Additional Monitoring by Perrnitteeif the permitteenmonitors any-pollutant at the location(s) designated herein more frequently-than required-by-this permitusing approved analytical methods as specified above, all results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculationand reporting of the values submitted on the approved self-report form. Increased frequency of sampling shall be indicatedon the self-report form.5. Calibration of InstrumentsAll automatic flow measuring or recording devices and all totalizing meters for measuring flows shall be accuratelycalibrated by a trained person at plant start-up and as often thereafter as necessary to ensure accuracy, but not less often thanannually unless authorized by the Executive Director for a longer period. Such person shall verify in writing that the deviceis operating properly and giving accurate results. Copies of the verification shall be retained at the facility site and/or shallbe readily available for review by a TCEQ representative for a period of three years.6. Compliance Schedule ReportsReports of compliance or noncompliance with, or any progress reports on, interim and final requirements contained in anycompliance schedule of the permit shall be submitted no later than 14 days following each schedule date to the RegionalOffice and the Enforcement Division (MC 224).7. Noncompliance Notificationa. In accordance with 30 TAC § 305.125(9) any noncompliance which may endanger human health or safety, or theenvironment shall be reported by the permittee to the TCEQ. Report of such information shall be provided orally orby facsimile transmission (FAX) to the Regional Office within 24 hours of becoming aware of the noncompliance.A written submission of such information shall also be provided by the permittee to the Regional Office and theEnforcement Division (MC 224) within five working days of becoming aware of the noncompliance. The writtensubmission shall contain a description of the noncompliance and its cause; the potential danger to human health orsafety, or the environment; the period of noncompliance, including exact dates and times; if the noncompliance hasnot been corrected, the time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and preventrecurrence of the noncompliance, and to mitigate its adverse effects.b. The following violations shall be reported under Monitoring and Reporting Requirement 7.a.:i. Unauthorized discharges as defined in Permit Condition 2(g).ii. Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.iii. Violation of a permitted maximum daily discharge limitation for pollutants listed specifically in the OtherRequirements section of an Industrial TPDES permit.c. In addition to the above, any effluent violation which deviates from the permitted effluent limitation by more than 40%shall be reported by the permittee in writing to the Regional Office and the Enforcement Division (MC 224) within 5working days of becoming aware of the noncompliance.d. Any noncompliance other than that specified in this section, or any required information not submitted or submittedincorrectly, shall be reported to the Enforcement Division (MC 224) as promptly as possible. For effluent limitationviolations, noncompliances shall be reported on the approved self-report form.8. In accordance with the procedures described in 30 TAC §§ 35.301 -35.303 (relating to Water Quality Emergency andTemporary Orders) if the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice by applying forsuch authorization.Page 4 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080009. Changes in Discharges of Toxic SubstancesAll existing manufacturing, commercial, mining, and silvicultural permittees shall notify the Regional Office, orally or byfacsimile transmission within 24 hours, and both the Regional Office and the Enforcement Division (MC 224) in writingwithin five (5) working days, after becoming aware of or having reason to believe:a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of anytoxic pollutant listed at 40 CFR Part 122, Appendix D, Tables II and III (excluding Total Phenols) which is not limitedin the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels":i. One hundred micrograms per liter (100 [tg/L);ii. Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ýLg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter(500 pLg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) forantimony;iii. Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application; oriv. The level established by the TCEQ.b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a nonroutine or infrequent basis,of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit,--if that-discharge will-exceed the -highest of the following"notification levels":i. Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ýigfL);ii. One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;iii. Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application; oriv. The level established by the TCEQ.10. Signatories to ReportsAll reports and other information requested by the Executive Director shall be signed by the person and in the mannerrequired by 30 TAC § 305.128 (relating to Signatories to Reports).11. All Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) must provide adequate notice to the Executive Director of the following:a. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to section 301or 306 of the CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;b. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced into that POTW by a sourceintroducing pollutants into the POTW at the time of issuance of the permit; andc. For the purpose of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on:i. The quality and quantity of effluent introduced into the POTW; andii. Any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.PERMIT CONDITIONS1. Generala. When the permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submittedincorrect information in an application or in any report to the Executive Director, it shall promptly submit such factsor information.b. This permit is granted on the basis of the information supplied and representations made by the permittee during actionon an application, and relying upon the accuracy and completeness of that information and those representations. Afternotice and opportunity for a hearing, this permit may be modified, suspended, or revoked, in whole or in part, inaccordance with 30 TAC Chapter 305, Subchaptei D, during its term for good cause including, but not limited to, thefollowing:i. Violation of any terms or conditions of this permit;ii. Obtaining this permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose fully all relevant facts; oriii. A change in any condition that requires either a temporary or permanent reduction or elimination of the authorizeddischarge.c. The permittee shall furnish to the Executive Director, upon request and within a reasonable time, any information todetermine whether cause exists for amending, revoking, suspending or terminating the permit. The permittee shall alsofurnish to the Executive Director, upon request, copies of records required to be kept by the permit.Page 5 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080002. Compliancea. Acceptance of the permit by the person to whom it is issued constitutes acknowledgment and agreement that suchperson will comply with all the terms and conditions embodied in the permit, and the rules and other orders of theCommission.b. The permittee has a duty to comply with all conditions of the permit. Failure to comply with any permit conditionconstitutes a violation of the permit and the Texas Water Code or the Texas Health and Safety Code, and is groundsfor enforcement action, for permit amendment, revocation or suspension, or for denial of a permit renewal applicationor an application for a permit for another facility.c. It shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reducethe permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of the permit.d. The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal or otherpermit violation which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment.e. Authorization from the Commission is required before beginning any change in the permitted facility or activity thatmay result-in noncompliance with any-permit--requirements.f. A permit may be amended, suspended and reissued, or revoked for cause in accordance with 30 TAC §§ 305.62 and305.66 and Texas Water Code Section 7.302. The filing of a request by the permittee for a permit amendment,suspension and reissuance, or termination, or a notification ofplanned changes or anticipated noncompliance, does notstay any permit condition.g. There shall be no unauthorized discharge of wastewater or any other waste. For the purpose of this permit, anunauthorized discharge is considered to be any discharge of wastewater into or adjacent to water in the state at anylocation not permitted as an outfall or otherwise defined in the Other Requirements section of this permit.h. In accordance with 30 TAC § 305.535(a), the permittee may allow any bypass to occur from a TPDES permittedfacility which does not cause permitted effluent limitations to be exceeded or an unauthorized discharge to occur, butonly if the bypass is also for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation.i. The permittee is subjectto administrative, civil, and criminal penalties, as applicable, underTexas Water Code §§7.051-7.075 (relating to Administrative Penalties), 7.101 -7.111. (relating to Civil Penalties), and 7.141 -7.202 (relatingto Criminal Offenses and Penalties) for violations including, but not limited to, negligently or knowingly violating thefederal Clean Water Act, §§ 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405, or any condition or limitation implementing anysections in a permit issued under the CWA § 402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approvedunder the CWA §§ 402 (a)(3) or 402 (b)(8).3. Inspections and Entrya. Inspection and entry shall be allowed as prescribed in the Texas Water Code Chapters 26,27, and 28, and Texas Healthand Safety Code Chapter 361.b. The members of the Commission and employees and agents of the Commission are entitled to enter any public orprivate property at any reasonable time for the purpose of inspecting and investigating conditions relating to the qualityof water in the state or thecompliance with any rule, regulation, permit or other order of the Commission. Members,employees, or agents of the Commission and Commission contractors are entitled to enter public or private propertyat any reasonable time to investigate or monitor or, if the responsible party is not responsive or there is an immediatedanger to public health or the environment, to remove or remediate a condition related to the quality of water in thestate. Members, employees, Commission contractors, or agents acting under this authority who enter private propertyshall observe the establishment's rules and regulations concerning safety, internal security, and fire protection, and ifthe property has management in residence, shall notify management or the person then in charge of his presence andshall exhibit proper credentials. If any member, employee, Commission contractor, or agent is refused the right toenter in or on public or private property under this authority, the Executive Director may invoke the remediesauthorized in Texas Water Code Section 7.002. The statement above, that Commission entry shall occur in accordancewith an establishment's rules and regulations concerning safety, internal security, and fire protection, is not groundsfor denial or restriction of entry to any part of the facility, but merely describes the Commission's duty to observeappropriate rules and regulations during an inspection.4. Permit Amendment and/or Renewala. The permittee shall give notice to the Executive Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations oradditions to the permitted facility if such alterations or additions would require a permit amendment or result in aviolation of permit requirements. Notice shall also be required under this paragraph when:Page 6 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000i. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining whether a facilityis a new source in accordance with 30 TAC § 305.534 (relating to New Sources and New Dischargers); orii. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants discharged.This notification applies to pollutants which are subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor tonotification requirements in Monitoring and Reporting Requirements No. 9;iii. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the pennittee's sludge use or disposal practices, andsuch alteration, addition, or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from orabsent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during thepermit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.b. Prior to any facility modifications, additions, or expansions that will increase the plant capacity beyond the permittedflow, the permittee must apply for and obtain proper authorization from the Commission before commencingconstruction.c. The permittee must apply for an amendment or renewal prior to expiration of the existing permit in order to continuea permittedactivity after the expiration date of the permit. If an application-issubmitted-prior-to the expiration dateof the permit, the existing permit shall remain in effect until the application is approved, denied, or returned. If theapplication is returned or denied, authorization to continue such activity shall terminate upon the effective date ofi-heaction. If an application is not submitted prior to the expiration date of the permit, the permit shall expire andauthorization to continue such activity shall terminate.d. Prior to accepting or generating wastes which are not described in the permit application or which would result in asignificant change in the quantity or quality of the existing discharge, the permittee must report the proposed changesto the Commission. The permittee must apply for a permit amendment reflecting any necessary changes in permitconditions, including effluent limitations for pollutants not identified and limited by this permit.e. In accordance with the Texas Water Code § 26.029(b), after a public hearing, notice of which shall be given to thepermittee, the Commission may require the permittee, from time to time, for good cause, in accordance with applicablelaws, to conform to new or additional conditions.f If any toxic effluent standard or prohibition (including any schedule of compliance specified in such effluent standardor prohibition) is promulgated under Section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for a toxic pollutant which is present inthe discharge and that standard or prohibition is more stringent than any limitation on the pollutant in this permit, thispermit shall be modified or revoked and reissued to confornnto the toxic effluent standard or prohibition. The permitteeshall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under Section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxicpollutants within the time provided in the regulations that established those standards or prohibitions, even if the permithas not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement.5. Permit Transfera. Prior to any transfer of this permit, Commission approval must be obtained. The Commission shall be notified inwriting of any change in control or ownership of facilities authorized by this permit. Such notification should be sentto the Water Quality Applications Team (MC 161) of the Registration, Review, and Reporting Division.b. A permit may be transferred only according to the provisions of 30 TAC § 305.64 (relating to Transfer of Permits) and30 TAC § 50.133 (relating to Executive Director Action on Application or WQMP update).6. Relationship to Hazardous Waste ActivitiesThis permit does not authorize any activity of hazardous waste storage, processing, or disposal which requires a permit orother authorization pursuant to the Texas Health and Safety Code.7. Relationship to Water RightsDisposal of treated effluent by any means other than discharge directly to water in the state must be specifically authorizedin this permit and may require a permit pursuant to Chapter 11 of the Texas Water Code.8. Property RightsA permit does not convey any property rights of any sort, or any exclusive privilege.9. Permit EnforceabilityThe conditions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of thisPage 7 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainderof this permit, shall not be affected thereby.10. Relationship to Permit ApplicationThe application pursuant to which the permit has been issued is incorporated herein; provided, however, that in the eventof a conflict between the provisions of this permit and the application, the provisions of the permit shall control.11. Notice of Bankruptcy.a. Each permittee shall notify the executive director, in writing, immediately following the filing of a voluntary orinvoluntary petition for bankruptcy under any chapter of Title 11 (Bankruptcy) of the United States Code (11 USC)by or against:i. the permittee;ii. an entity,(as that term is defined in 11 USC, § 1 01(15)) controlling the permittee or listing the permit or permitteeas property of the estate; oriii. an affiliate (as that term is defined in 11 USC, § 101 (2)) of the permittee.b. This notification must indicate:i. the name of the permittee;ii. the permit number(s);iii. the bankruptcy court in which the petition for bankruptcy was filed; andiv. the date of filing of the petition.OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS1. The permittee shall at all times ensure that the facility and all of its systems of collection, treatment, and disposal areproperly operated and maintained. This includes, but is not limited to, the regular, periodic examination of wastewatersolids within the treatment plant by the operator in order to maintain an appropriate quantity and quality of solids inventoryas described in the various operator training manuals and according to accepted industry standards for process control.Process control, maintenance, and operations records shall be retained at the facility site, or shall be readily available forreview by a TCEQ representative, for a period of three years.2. Upon request by the Executive Director, the permittee shall take appropriate samples and provide proper analysis in orderto demonstrate compliance with Commission rules. Unless otherwise specified in this permit or otherwise ordered by theCommission, the permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions of 30 TAC Chapter 312 concerning sewage sludgeuse and disposal and 30 TAC §§ 319.21 -319.29 concerning the discharge of certain hazardous metals.3. Domestic wastewater treatment facilities shall comply with the following provisions:a. The permittee shall notify the Municipal Permits Team, Wastewater Permitting Section (MC 148) of the Water QualityDivision, in writing, of any facility expansion at least 90 days prior to conducting such activity.b. The permittee shall submit a closure plan for review and approval to the Agriculture and Sludge Team, WastewaterPermitting Section (MC 148) of the Water Quality Division, for any closure activity at least 90 days prior to conductingsuch activity. Closure is the act ofpermanently taking a waste management unit or treatment facility out of service andincludes the permanent removal from service of any pit, tank, pond, lagoon, surface impoundment and/or othertreatment unit regulated by this permit.4. The permittee is responsible for installing prior to plant start-up, and subsequently maintaining, adequate safeguards toprevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures by means of alternatepower sources, standby generators, and/or retention of inadequately treated wastewater.5. Unless otherwise specified, the permittee shall provide a readily accessible sampling point and, where applicable, an effluentflow measuring device or other acceptable means by which effluent flow may be determined.6. The permittee shall remit an annual water quality fee to the Commission as required by 30 TAC Chapter 21. Failure to paythe fee may result in revocation of this permit under Texas Water Code § 7.302(b)(6).7. DocumentationFor all written notifications to the Commission required of the permittee by this permit, the permittee shall keep and makeavailable a copy of each such notification under the same conditions as self-monitoring data are required to be kept andmade available. Except for information required for TPDES permit applications, effluent data, including effluent data inpermits; draft permits and permit applications, and other information specified as not confidential in 30 TAC § 1.5(d), anyPage 8 | * During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge metal cleaning waste (*1)subject to the following effluent limitations (*3):Volume: Intermittent and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/1IDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/ISingle Grabmg/I"Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Iron, TotalCopper, Total(Report)1.00.5(Report)1.01.0N/A1.01.01/day (*2)lweek (*2)1/week (*2)EstimateGrabGrab(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision No. 7.(*2) When discharge occurs.2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 501, where metal cleaning wastes are discharged prior to mixing with anyother waste stream.Page 2d of TPDES Permit No. WQ00 1908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company Outfall Number 601EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS1. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge treated sanitary sewagecommingled with air conditioning condensate and HVAC cooling tower blowdown subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Continuous and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/lDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/1Single Grabmg/1Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily Maximum.Measurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Biochemical Oxygen Demand(5-day)Total Suspended Solids(Report)2020(Report)N/A1/dayEstimate45454545lweek1/weekGrabGrab2. The effluent shall contain a minimum chlorine residual of 1.0 mg/I after a detention time of at least 20 minutes (based on peak flow), and shall be monitored1/week, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 601, at discharge from the sewage treatment plant (Training Sanitary WasteTreatment Facility) prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2e of TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000STP Nuclear Operating Company STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Pennit No. WQOOO 1908000DEFINITIONS AND STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONSAs required by Title 30 Texas Adminstrative Code (TAC) Chapter 305, certain regulations appear as standard conditions inwaste discharge permits. 30 TAC §§ 305.121 -305.129 (relating to Permit Characteristics and Conditions) as promulgatedunder the Texas Water Code §§ 5.103 and 5.105, and the Texas Health and Safety Code §§ 361.017 and 361.024(a), establishthe characteristics and standards for waste discharge permits, including sewage sludge, and those sections of40 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part 122 adopted by reference by the Commission. The following text includes these conditions andincorporates them into this permit. All definitions in Section 26.001 of the Texas Water Code and 30 TAC Chapter 305 shallapply to this permit and are incorporated by reference. Some specific definitions of words or phrases used in this permit areas follows:1. Flow Measurementsa. Annual average flow -the arithmetic average of all daily flow determinations taken within the preceding 12 consecutivecalendar months. The annual average flow determination shall consist of daily flow volume determinations made bya totalizing meter, charted on a chart recorder and limited to major domestic wastewater discharge facilities with a Imillion gallons per day or greater permitted flow.b. Daily average- flow ý the arithmetic average of-all-determinations of-the-daily flow within a-period of-one-calendar -month. The daily average flow determination shall consist of determinations made on at least four separate days. Ifinstantaneous measurements are used to determine the daily flow, the determination shall be the arithmetic average ofall instantaneous measurements taken during that month. Daily average flow determination for intermittent dischargesshall consist of a minimum of three flow determinations on days of discharge.c. Daily maximum flow -the highest total flow for any 24-hour period in a calendar month.d. Instantaneous flow -the measured flow during the minimum time required to interpret the flow measuring device.e. 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the maximum flow sustained for a two-hour period duringthe period of daily discharge. The average of multiple measurements of instantaneous maximum flow within a two-hour period may be used to calculate the 2-hour peak flow.f. Maximum 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the highest 2-hour peak flow for any 24-hourperiod in a calender month-2. Concentration Measurementsa. Daily average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar month, consisting of at least four separate representative measurements.i. For domestic wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calendar month, thearithmetic average (weighted by flow) of all values in the previous four consecutive month period consisting ofat least four measurements shall be utilized as the daily average concentration.ii. For all other wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calender month, the arithmeticaverage (weighted by flow) of all values taken during the month shall be utilized as the daily averageconcentration.b. 7-day average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar week, Sunday through Saturday.c. Daily maximum concentration -the maximum concentration measured on a single day, by the sample type specifiedin the permit, within a period of one calender month.d. Daily discharge -the discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonablyrepresents the calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants with limitations expressed in terms of mass, the"daily discharge" is calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the sampling day. For pollutants withlimitations expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurementof the pollutant over the sampling day.The "daily discharge" determination of concentration made using a composite sample shall be the concentration of thecomposite sample. When grab samples are used, the "daily discharge" determination of concentration shall be thearithmetic average (weighted by flow'value) of all samples collected during that day.e. Fecal coliform bacteria concentration -the number of colonies of fecal coliform bacteria per 100 milliliters effluent.The daily average fecal coliform bacteria concentration is a geometric mean of the values for the effluent samplescollected in a calendar month. The geometric mean shall be determined by calculating the nth root of the product ofall measurements made in a calender month, where n equals the number of measurements made; or, computed as thePage 2 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000antilogarithm of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of all measurements made in a calender month. For anymeasurement of fecal coliform bacteria equaling zero, a substituted value of one shall be made for input into eithercomputation method. The 7-day average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the values for all effluentsamples collected during a calender week.f. Daily average loading (lbs/day) -the arithmetic average of all daily discharge loading calculations during a period ofone calender month. These calculations must be made for each-day of the month that a parameter is analyzed. Thedaily discharge, in terms of mass (lbs/day), is calculated as ( Flow, MGD x Concentration, mg/I x 8.34).g. Daily maximum loading (lbs/day) -the highest daily discharge, in terms of mass (lbs/day), within a period of onecalender month.3. Sample Typea. Composite sample -For domestic wastewater, a composite sample is a sample made up of a minimum of three effluentportions collected in a continuous 24-hour period or during the period of daily discharge if less than 24 hours, andcombined in volumes proportional to flow, and collected at the intervals required by 30 TAC § 319.9 (a). For industrialwastewater, a composite sample is a sample made up of a minimum of three effluent portions collected in a continuous-24-hour-period-or-during-the-period of daily-discharge-if-less-than-24-hours,- and combined-in-volumesproportional toflow, and collected at the intervals required by 30 TAC § 319.9 (b).b. Grab sample -an individual sample collected in less than 15 minutes.4. Treatment Facility (facility) -wastewater facilities used in the conveyance, storage, treatment, recycling, reclamation and/ordisposal of domestic sewage, industrial wastes, agricultural wastes, recreational wastes, or other wastes including sludgehandling or disposal facilities under the jurisdiction of the Commission.5. The term "sewage sludge" is defined as solid, semi-solid, or liquid residue generated during the treatment of domesticsewage in 30 TAC Chapter 312. This includes the solids which have not been classified as hazardous waste separated fromwastewater by unit processes.6. Bypass -the intentional diversion of a waste stream from any portion of a treatment facility.MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS1. Self-ReportingMonitoring results shall be provided at the intervals specified in the permit. Unless otherwise specified in this permit orotherwise ordered by the Commission, the permittee shall conduct effluent sampling and reporting in accordance with 30TAC §§ 319.4 -319.12. Unless otherwise specified, a monthly effluent report shall be submitted each month, to theEnforcement Division (MC 224), by the 20th day of the following month for each discharge which is described by thispermit whether or not a discharge is made for that month. Monitoring results must be reported on an approved self-reportform, that is signed and certified as required by Monitoring and Reporting Requirements No. 10.As provided by state law, the permittee is subject to administrative, civil and criminal penalties, as applicable, fornegligently or knowingly violating the Clean Water Act, the Texas Water Code, Chapters 26, 27, and 28, and Texas Healthand Safety Code, Chapter 361, including but not limited to knowingly making any false statement, representation, orcertification on any report, record, or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, includingmonitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance, or falsifying, tampering with or knowingly renderinginaccurate any monitoring device or method required by this permit or violating any other requirement imposed by stateor federal regulations.2. Test ProceduresUnless otherwise specified in this permit, test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall comply with proceduresspecified in 30 TAC §§319.11 -319.12. Measurements, tests and calculations shall be accurately accomplished in arepresentative manner.3. Records of Resultsa. Monitoring samples and measurements shall be taken at times and in a manner so as to be representative of themonitored activity.b. Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's sewage sludge use anddisposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR Part 503),monitoring and reporting records, including strip charts and records of calibration and maintenance, copies of allrecords required by this permit, records of all data used to complete the application for this permit, and the certificationPage 3 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000required by 40 CFR § 264.73(b)(9) shall be retained at the facility site, or shall be readily available for review by aTCEQ representative for a period of three years from the date of the record or sample, measurement, report, applicationor certification. This period shall be extended at the request of the Executive Director.c. Records of monitoring activities shall include the following:i. date, time and place of sample or measurement;ii. identity of individual who collected the sample or made the measurement.iii. date and time of analysis;iv. identity of the individual and laboratory who performed the analysis;v. the technique or method of analysis; andvi. the results of the analysis or measurement and quality assurance/quality control records.The period during which records are required to be kept shall be automatically extended to the date of the finaldisposition of any administrative or judicial enforcement action that maybe instituted against the permittee.4. Additional Monitoring by Perrnitteeif the permitteenmonitors any-pollutant at the location(s) designated herein more frequently-than required-by-this permitusing approved analytical methods as specified above, all results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculationand reporting of the values submitted on the approved self-report form. Increased frequency of sampling shall be indicatedon the self-report form.5. Calibration of InstrumentsAll automatic flow measuring or recording devices and all totalizing meters for measuring flows shall be accuratelycalibrated by a trained person at plant start-up and as often thereafter as necessary to ensure accuracy, but not less often thanannually unless authorized by the Executive Director for a longer period. Such person shall verify in writing that the deviceis operating properly and giving accurate results. Copies of the verification shall be retained at the facility site and/or shallbe readily available for review by a TCEQ representative for a period of three years.6. Compliance Schedule ReportsReports of compliance or noncompliance with, or any progress reports on, interim and final requirements contained in anycompliance schedule of the permit shall be submitted no later than 14 days following each schedule date to the RegionalOffice and the Enforcement Division (MC 224).7. Noncompliance Notificationa. In accordance with 30 TAC § 305.125(9) any noncompliance which may endanger human health or safety, or theenvironment shall be reported by the permittee to the TCEQ. Report of such information shall be provided orally orby facsimile transmission (FAX) to the Regional Office within 24 hours of becoming aware of the noncompliance.A written submission of such information shall also be provided by the permittee to the Regional Office and theEnforcement Division (MC 224) within five working days of becoming aware of the noncompliance. The writtensubmission shall contain a description of the noncompliance and its cause; the potential danger to human health orsafety, or the environment; the period of noncompliance, including exact dates and times; if the noncompliance hasnot been corrected, the time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and preventrecurrence of the noncompliance, and to mitigate its adverse effects.b. The following violations shall be reported under Monitoring and Reporting Requirement 7.a.:i. Unauthorized discharges as defined in Permit Condition 2(g).ii. Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.iii. Violation of a permitted maximum daily discharge limitation for pollutants listed specifically in the OtherRequirements section of an Industrial TPDES permit.c. In addition to the above, any effluent violation which deviates from the permitted effluent limitation by more than 40%shall be reported by the permittee in writing to the Regional Office and the Enforcement Division (MC 224) within 5working days of becoming aware of the noncompliance.d. Any noncompliance other than that specified in this section, or any required information not submitted or submittedincorrectly, shall be reported to the Enforcement Division (MC 224) as promptly as possible. For effluent limitationviolations, noncompliances shall be reported on the approved self-report form.8. In accordance with the procedures described in 30 TAC §§ 35.301 -35.303 (relating to Water Quality Emergency andTemporary Orders) if the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice by applying forsuch authorization.Page 4 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080009. Changes in Discharges of Toxic SubstancesAll existing manufacturing, commercial, mining, and silvicultural permittees shall notify the Regional Office, orally or byfacsimile transmission within 24 hours, and both the Regional Office and the Enforcement Division (MC 224) in writingwithin five (5) working days, after becoming aware of or having reason to believe:a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of anytoxic pollutant listed at 40 CFR Part 122, Appendix D, Tables II and III (excluding Total Phenols) which is not limitedin the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels":i. One hundred micrograms per liter (100 [tg/L);ii. Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ýLg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter(500 pLg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) forantimony;iii. Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application; oriv. The level established by the TCEQ.b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a nonroutine or infrequent basis,of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit,--if that-discharge will-exceed the -highest of the following"notification levels":i. Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ýigfL);ii. One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;iii. Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application; oriv. The level established by the TCEQ.10. Signatories to ReportsAll reports and other information requested by the Executive Director shall be signed by the person and in the mannerrequired by 30 TAC § 305.128 (relating to Signatories to Reports).11. All Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) must provide adequate notice to the Executive Director of the following:a. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to section 301or 306 of the CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;b. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced into that POTW by a sourceintroducing pollutants into the POTW at the time of issuance of the permit; andc. For the purpose of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on:i. The quality and quantity of effluent introduced into the POTW; andii. Any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.PERMIT CONDITIONS1. Generala. When the permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submittedincorrect information in an application or in any report to the Executive Director, it shall promptly submit such factsor information.b. This permit is granted on the basis of the information supplied and representations made by the permittee during actionon an application, and relying upon the accuracy and completeness of that information and those representations. Afternotice and opportunity for a hearing, this permit may be modified, suspended, or revoked, in whole or in part, inaccordance with 30 TAC Chapter 305, Subchaptei D, during its term for good cause including, but not limited to, thefollowing:i. Violation of any terms or conditions of this permit;ii. Obtaining this permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose fully all relevant facts; oriii. A change in any condition that requires either a temporary or permanent reduction or elimination of the authorizeddischarge.c. The permittee shall furnish to the Executive Director, upon request and within a reasonable time, any information todetermine whether cause exists for amending, revoking, suspending or terminating the permit. The permittee shall alsofurnish to the Executive Director, upon request, copies of records required to be kept by the permit.Page 5 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080002. Compliancea. Acceptance of the permit by the person to whom it is issued constitutes acknowledgment and agreement that suchperson will comply with all the terms and conditions embodied in the permit, and the rules and other orders of theCommission.b. The permittee has a duty to comply with all conditions of the permit. Failure to comply with any permit conditionconstitutes a violation of the permit and the Texas Water Code or the Texas Health and Safety Code, and is groundsfor enforcement action, for permit amendment, revocation or suspension, or for denial of a permit renewal applicationor an application for a permit for another facility.c. It shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reducethe permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of the permit.d. The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal or otherpermit violation which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment.e. Authorization from the Commission is required before beginning any change in the permitted facility or activity thatmay result-in noncompliance with any-permit--requirements.f. A permit may be amended, suspended and reissued, or revoked for cause in accordance with 30 TAC §§ 305.62 and305.66 and Texas Water Code Section 7.302. The filing of a request by the permittee for a permit amendment,suspension and reissuance, or termination, or a notification ofplanned changes or anticipated noncompliance, does notstay any permit condition.g. There shall be no unauthorized discharge of wastewater or any other waste. For the purpose of this permit, anunauthorized discharge is considered to be any discharge of wastewater into or adjacent to water in the state at anylocation not permitted as an outfall or otherwise defined in the Other Requirements section of this permit.h. In accordance with 30 TAC § 305.535(a), the permittee may allow any bypass to occur from a TPDES permittedfacility which does not cause permitted effluent limitations to be exceeded or an unauthorized discharge to occur, butonly if the bypass is also for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation.i. The permittee is subjectto administrative, civil, and criminal penalties, as applicable, underTexas Water Code §§7.051-7.075 (relating to Administrative Penalties), 7.101 -7.111. (relating to Civil Penalties), and 7.141 -7.202 (relatingto Criminal Offenses and Penalties) for violations including, but not limited to, negligently or knowingly violating thefederal Clean Water Act, §§ 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405, or any condition or limitation implementing anysections in a permit issued under the CWA § 402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approvedunder the CWA §§ 402 (a)(3) or 402 (b)(8).3. Inspections and Entrya. Inspection and entry shall be allowed as prescribed in the Texas Water Code Chapters 26,27, and 28, and Texas Healthand Safety Code Chapter 361.b. The members of the Commission and employees and agents of the Commission are entitled to enter any public orprivate property at any reasonable time for the purpose of inspecting and investigating conditions relating to the qualityof water in the state or thecompliance with any rule, regulation, permit or other order of the Commission. Members,employees, or agents of the Commission and Commission contractors are entitled to enter public or private propertyat any reasonable time to investigate or monitor or, if the responsible party is not responsive or there is an immediatedanger to public health or the environment, to remove or remediate a condition related to the quality of water in thestate. Members, employees, Commission contractors, or agents acting under this authority who enter private propertyshall observe the establishment's rules and regulations concerning safety, internal security, and fire protection, and ifthe property has management in residence, shall notify management or the person then in charge of his presence andshall exhibit proper credentials. If any member, employee, Commission contractor, or agent is refused the right toenter in or on public or private property under this authority, the Executive Director may invoke the remediesauthorized in Texas Water Code Section 7.002. The statement above, that Commission entry shall occur in accordancewith an establishment's rules and regulations concerning safety, internal security, and fire protection, is not groundsfor denial or restriction of entry to any part of the facility, but merely describes the Commission's duty to observeappropriate rules and regulations during an inspection.4. Permit Amendment and/or Renewala. The permittee shall give notice to the Executive Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations oradditions to the permitted facility if such alterations or additions would require a permit amendment or result in aviolation of permit requirements. Notice shall also be required under this paragraph when:Page 6 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000i. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining whether a facilityis a new source in accordance with 30 TAC § 305.534 (relating to New Sources and New Dischargers); orii. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants discharged.This notification applies to pollutants which are subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor tonotification requirements in Monitoring and Reporting Requirements No. 9;iii. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the pennittee's sludge use or disposal practices, andsuch alteration, addition, or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from orabsent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during thepermit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.b. Prior to any facility modifications, additions, or expansions that will increase the plant capacity beyond the permittedflow, the permittee must apply for and obtain proper authorization from the Commission before commencingconstruction.c. The permittee must apply for an amendment or renewal prior to expiration of the existing permit in order to continuea permittedactivity after the expiration date of the permit. If an application-issubmitted-prior-to the expiration dateof the permit, the existing permit shall remain in effect until the application is approved, denied, or returned. If theapplication is returned or denied, authorization to continue such activity shall terminate upon the effective date ofi-heaction. If an application is not submitted prior to the expiration date of the permit, the permit shall expire andauthorization to continue such activity shall terminate.d. Prior to accepting or generating wastes which are not described in the permit application or which would result in asignificant change in the quantity or quality of the existing discharge, the permittee must report the proposed changesto the Commission. The permittee must apply for a permit amendment reflecting any necessary changes in permitconditions, including effluent limitations for pollutants not identified and limited by this permit.e. In accordance with the Texas Water Code § 26.029(b), after a public hearing, notice of which shall be given to thepermittee, the Commission may require the permittee, from time to time, for good cause, in accordance with applicablelaws, to conform to new or additional conditions.f If any toxic effluent standard or prohibition (including any schedule of compliance specified in such effluent standardor prohibition) is promulgated under Section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for a toxic pollutant which is present inthe discharge and that standard or prohibition is more stringent than any limitation on the pollutant in this permit, thispermit shall be modified or revoked and reissued to confornnto the toxic effluent standard or prohibition. The permitteeshall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under Section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxicpollutants within the time provided in the regulations that established those standards or prohibitions, even if the permithas not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement.5. Permit Transfera. Prior to any transfer of this permit, Commission approval must be obtained. The Commission shall be notified inwriting of any change in control or ownership of facilities authorized by this permit. Such notification should be sentto the Water Quality Applications Team (MC 161) of the Registration, Review, and Reporting Division.b. A permit may be transferred only according to the provisions of 30 TAC § 305.64 (relating to Transfer of Permits) and30 TAC § 50.133 (relating to Executive Director Action on Application or WQMP update).6. Relationship to Hazardous Waste ActivitiesThis permit does not authorize any activity of hazardous waste storage, processing, or disposal which requires a permit orother authorization pursuant to the Texas Health and Safety Code.7. Relationship to Water RightsDisposal of treated effluent by any means other than discharge directly to water in the state must be specifically authorizedin this permit and may require a permit pursuant to Chapter 11 of the Texas Water Code.8. Property RightsA permit does not convey any property rights of any sort, or any exclusive privilege.9. Permit EnforceabilityThe conditions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of thisPage 7 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainderof this permit, shall not be affected thereby.10. Relationship to Permit ApplicationThe application pursuant to which the permit has been issued is incorporated herein; provided, however, that in the eventof a conflict between the provisions of this permit and the application, the provisions of the permit shall control.11. Notice of Bankruptcy.a. Each permittee shall notify the executive director, in writing, immediately following the filing of a voluntary orinvoluntary petition for bankruptcy under any chapter of Title 11 (Bankruptcy) of the United States Code (11 USC)by or against:i. the permittee;ii. an entity,(as that term is defined in 11 USC, § 1 01(15)) controlling the permittee or listing the permit or permitteeas property of the estate; oriii. an affiliate (as that term is defined in 11 USC, § 101 (2)) of the permittee.b. This notification must indicate:i. the name of the permittee;ii. the permit number(s);iii. the bankruptcy court in which the petition for bankruptcy was filed; andiv. the date of filing of the petition.OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS1. The permittee shall at all times ensure that the facility and all of its systems of collection, treatment, and disposal areproperly operated and maintained. This includes, but is not limited to, the regular, periodic examination of wastewatersolids within the treatment plant by the operator in order to maintain an appropriate quantity and quality of solids inventoryas described in the various operator training manuals and according to accepted industry standards for process control.Process control, maintenance, and operations records shall be retained at the facility site, or shall be readily available forreview by a TCEQ representative, for a period of three years.2. Upon request by the Executive Director, the permittee shall take appropriate samples and provide proper analysis in orderto demonstrate compliance with Commission rules. Unless otherwise specified in this permit or otherwise ordered by theCommission, the permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions of 30 TAC Chapter 312 concerning sewage sludgeuse and disposal and 30 TAC §§ 319.21 -319.29 concerning the discharge of certain hazardous metals.3. Domestic wastewater treatment facilities shall comply with the following provisions:a. The permittee shall notify the Municipal Permits Team, Wastewater Permitting Section (MC 148) of the Water QualityDivision, in writing, of any facility expansion at least 90 days prior to conducting such activity.b. The permittee shall submit a closure plan for review and approval to the Agriculture and Sludge Team, WastewaterPermitting Section (MC 148) of the Water Quality Division, for any closure activity at least 90 days prior to conductingsuch activity. Closure is the act ofpermanently taking a waste management unit or treatment facility out of service andincludes the permanent removal from service of any pit, tank, pond, lagoon, surface impoundment and/or othertreatment unit regulated by this permit.4. The permittee is responsible for installing prior to plant start-up, and subsequently maintaining, adequate safeguards toprevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures by means of alternatepower sources, standby generators, and/or retention of inadequately treated wastewater.5. Unless otherwise specified, the permittee shall provide a readily accessible sampling point and, where applicable, an effluentflow measuring device or other acceptable means by which effluent flow may be determined.6. The permittee shall remit an annual water quality fee to the Commission as required by 30 TAC Chapter 21. Failure to paythe fee may result in revocation of this permit under Texas Water Code § 7.302(b)(6).7. DocumentationFor all written notifications to the Commission required of the permittee by this permit, the permittee shall keep and makeavailable a copy of each such notification under the same conditions as self-monitoring data are required to be kept andmade available. Except for information required for TPDES permit applications, effluent data, including effluent data inpermits; draft permits and permit applications, and other information specified as not confidential in 30 TAC § 1.5(d), anyPage 8 | ||
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_STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000CHRONIC BIOMONITORING REOUTIREMENTS: MARINEThe provisions of this Section apply to Outfall 001 for whole effluent toxicity testing (biomonitoring).1. Scope, Frequency and Methodologya. The permittee shall test the effluent for toxicity in accordance with the provisions below. Such testingwill determine if an appropriately dilute effluent sample adversely affects the survival, reproduction,or growth of the test organisms.b. The permittee shall conduct all toxicity tests utilizing the test organisms, procedures, and qualityassurance requirements specified below and in accordance with "Short-Term Methods for Estimatingthe Chronic Toxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and Estuarine Organisms, ThirdEdition" (EPA-821 -R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof:1) Chronic static renewal 7-day survival and growth test using the mysid shrimp (Mysidopsisbahia) (Method 1007.0 or the most recent update thereof). A minimum of eight replicates withfive organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in each dilution. This test shall becondiimtd onc-per quarter.2) Chronic static renewal 7-day larval survival and growth test using the inland silverside(Menidia beryllina) (Method 1006.0 or the most recent update thereof). A minimum of fivereplicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in each dilution.This test shall be conducted once per quarter.The permittee must perform and report a valid test for each test species during the prescribed reportingperiod. An invalid test must be repeated during the same reporting period. An invalid test ishereindefined as any test failing to satisfy the test acceptability criteria, including Percent MinimumSignificant Difference (PMSD) boundary requirements, procedures, and quality assurancerequirements specified in the test methods and permit. All test results, valid or invalid, must besubmitted as described below.c. The permittee shall use five effluent dilution concentrations and a control in each toxicity test. Theseadditional effluent concentrations are 5%, 7%, 10%, 13%, and 17% effluent. The critical dilution,defined as 13% effluent, is the effluent concentration representative of the proportion of effluent inthe receiving water during critical low flow or critical mixing conditions.d. This permit may be amended to require a Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) limit, Chemical-Specific(CS) limits, a Best Management Practice (BMP), additional toxicity testing, and/or other appropriateactions to address toxicity. The permittee may be required to conduct additional biomonitoring testsand/or a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) if biomonitoring data indicate multiple numbers ofunconfirmed toxicity events.e. Testing Frequency Reduction1) If none of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant lethal or sub-lethaleffects, the permittee may submit this information in writing and, upon approval from the WaterQuality Standards Team, reduce the testing frequency to once per six months for theinvertebrate test species and once per year for the vertebrate test species.2) If one or more of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant sub-lethaleffects, the permittee shall continue quarterly testing for that species until four consecutivequarterly tests demonstrate no significant sub-lethal effects. At that time, the permittee mayapply for the appropriate testing frequency reduction for that species.3) If one or more of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant lethaleffects, the permittee shall continue quarterly testing for that species until the permit is reissued.If a testing frequency reduction had been previously granted and a subsequent test demonstratessignificant lethal effects, the permittee will resume a quarterly testing frequency for that speciesuntil the permit is reissued.Page 17 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080002. Required Toxicity Testing Conditionsa. Test Acceptance -The permittee shall repeat any toxicity test, including the control and all effluentdilutions, which fails to meet any of the following criteria:1) a control mean survival of 80% or greater;2) a control mean dry weight of surviving mysid shrimp of 0.20 mg or greater;3) a control mean dry weight for surviving unpreserved inland silverside of 0.50 mg or greater and(0.43 mg or greater for surviving preserved inland silverside.4) a control Coefficient of Variation percent (CV%) between replicates of 40 or less in the in thegrowth and survival tests.5) a critical dilution CV% of 40 or less in the growth and survival endpoints for either growth andsurvival test. However, if statistically significant lethal or nonlethal effects are exhibited at thecritical dilution,_a CV% _greater than_40 shall not'inalidatethe-test.....6) a PMSD range of 11 -37 for mysid shrimp growth;7) a PMSD range of 11 -28 for inland silverside growth.b. Statistical Interpretation1) For the mysid shrimp and the inland silverside larval survival and growth tests, the statisticalanalyses used to determine if there is a significant difference between the control and aneffluent dilution shall be in accordance with the methods described in the "Short-Term Methodsfor-Estimating the Chronic Toxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and EstuarineOrganisms, Third Edition" (EPA-821-R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof.2) The permittee is responsible for reviewing test concentration-response relationships to ensurethat calculated test-results are interpreted and reported correctly. The EPA manual, "MethodGuidance and Recommendation for Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Testing (40 CFR Part136)" (EPA 821-13-00-004) provides guidance on determining the validity of test results.3) If significant lethality is demonstrated (that is, there is a statistically significant difference insurvival at the critical dilution when compared to the control), the conditions of testacceptability are met, and the survival of the test organisms are equal to or greater than 80% inthe critical dilution and all dilutions below that, then the permittee shall report a survival NoObserved Effect Concentration (NOEC) of not less than the critical dilution for the reportingrequirements.4) The NOEC is defined as the greatest effluent dilution at which no significant effect isdemonstrated. The Lowest Observed Effect Concentration (LOEC) is defined as the lowesteffluent dilution at which a significant effect is demonstrated. A significant effect is hereindefined as a statistically significant difference at the 95% confidence level between the survival,reproduction, or growth of the test organism(s) in a specified effluent dilution compared to thesurvival, reproduction, or growth of the test organism(s) in the control (0% effluent).5) The use of NOECs and LOECs assumes either a monotonic (continuous) concentration-response relationship or a threshold model of the concentration-response relationship. For anytest result that demonstrates a non-monotonic (non-continuous) response, the NOEC should bedetermined based on the guidance manual referenced in Item 3 above and a full report will besubmitted to the Water Quality Standards Team6) Pursuant to the responsibility assigned to the permittee in Part 2.b.2), test results thatdemonstrate a non-monotonic (non-continuous) concentration-response relationship may besubmitted, prior to the due date, for technical review. The above-referenced guidance manualwill be used when making a determination of test acceptabilityPage 18 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080007) The Water Quality Standards Team will review test results (i.e., Table I and Table 2 forms) forconsistency with established TCEQ rules, procedures, and permit requirements.c. Dilution Water1) Dilution water used in the toxicity tests shall be the receiving water collected as close aspossible to the discharge point, but unaffected by the discharge.2) Where the receiving water proves unsatisfactory as a result ofpre-existing instream toxicity (i.e.fails to fulfill the test acceptance criteria of item 2.a.), the permittee may substitute syntheticdilution water for the receiving water in all subsequent tests provided the unacceptablereceiving water test met the following stipulations:a) a synthetic lab water control was performed (in addition to the receiving water control)which fulfilled the test acceptance requirements of item 2.a;b) the test indicating receiving water toxicity was carried out to completion (i.e., 7 days);-------.c) thepermittee-submitted all-test results-indicating-receivvmg-water-toxxicity-with-thereports--and information required in Part 3.Upon approval, the permittee may substitute other appropriate dilution water with chemical andphysical characteristics similar-to that of the receiving water.d. Samples and Composites1) The permittee shall collect a minimum of three flow-weighted 24-hour composite samples fromOutfall 001. The second and.third 24-hour composite samples will be used for the renewal ofthe dilution concentrations for each toxicity test. A 24-hour composite sample consists of aminimum of 12 effluent portions collected at equal time intervals representative of a 24-houroperating day and combined proportionally to flow, or a sample continuously collectedproportionally to flow over a 24-hour operating day.2) The permittee shall collect the 24-hour composite samples such that the samples arerepresentative of any periodic episode of chlorination, biocide usage, or other potentially toxicsubstance discharged on an intermittent basis.3) The permittee shall initiate the toxicity tests within 36 hours after collection of the last portionof the first 24-hour composite sample. The holding time for any subsequent 24-hour compositesample shall not exceed 72 hours. Samples shall be maintained at a temperature of 0-6 degreesCentigrade during collection, shipping, and storage.4) If flow from the outfall being tested ceases during the collection of effluent samples, therequirements for the minimum number of effluent samples, the minimum number of effluentportions, and the sample holding time, are waived during that sampling period. However, thepermittee must have collected an effluent composite sample volume sufficient to complete therequired toxicity tests with daily renewal of the effluent. When possible, the effluent samplesused for the toxicity tests shall be collected on separate days if the discharge occurs overmultiple days. The effluent composite sample collection duration and the static renewalprotocol associated with the abbreviated sample collection must be documented in the fullreport required in Part 3 of this Section.3. ReportingAll reports, tables, plans, summaries, and related correspondence required in any Part of this Section shallbe submitted to the attention of the Water Quality Standards Team (MC 150) of the Water Quality Division.All DMRs, including DMRs with biomonitoring data, should be sent to the Water Quality ComplianceMonitoring Team of the Enforcement Division (MC 224).a. The permittee shall prepare a full report of the results of all tests conducted pursuant to this permit inaccordance with the Report Preparation Section of "Short-Term Methods for Estimating the ChronicToxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and Estuarine Organisms, Third Edition" (EPA-Page 19 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000821-R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof, for every valid and invalid toxicity test initiatedwhether carried to completion or not. All full reports shall be retained for 3 years at the plant site andshall be available for inspection by TCEQ personnel.b. A full report must be submitted with the first valid biomonitoring test results for each test species andwith the first test results any time the permittee subsequently employs a different test laboratory. Fullreports need not be submitted for subsequent testing unless specifically requested. The permittee shallroutinely report the results of each biomonitoring test on the Table 1 forms provided with this permit.All Table 1 reports must include the information specified in the Table I form attached to this permit.1) Annual biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th for biomonitoringconducted during the previous 12 month period.2) Semiannual biomonitoring test results are due on or before July 20th and January 20th forbiomonitoring conducted during the previous 6 month period.3) Quarterly biomonitoring test results are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th,and January 20th, for biomonitoring conducted during the previous calendar quarter.4) Monthly biomonitoring test results are due on or before the 20th day of the month followingsampling.c. Enter the following codes on the DMR for the appropriate parameters for valid tests only:1) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TLP3E, enter a "1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."2) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TOP3E, report the NOEC for survival.3) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TXP3E, report the LOEC for survival.4) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TWP3E, enter a "I" if the NOEC for growth is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."5) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TPP3E, report the NOEC for growth.6) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TYP3E, report the LOEC for growth.7) For the inland silverside, Parameter TLP6B,enter a " 1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."8) For the inland silverside, Parameter TOP6B, report the NOEC for survival.9) For the inland silverside, Parameter TXP6B, report the LOEC for survival.10) For the inland silverside, Parameter TWP6B,enter a " 1" if the NOEC for growth is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."11) For the inland silverside, Parameter TPP6B, report the NOEC for growth.12) For the inland silverside, Parameter TYP6B, report the LOEC for growthd. Enter the following codes on the DMIR for retests only:1) For retest number 1, Parameter 22415, enter a "I" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."2) For retest number 2, Parameter 22416, enter a "1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."Page 20 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ00019080004. Persistent ToxicityThe requirements of this Part apply only when a test demonstrates a significant effect at the critical dilution.A significant effect is defined as a statistically significant difference, at the 95% confidence level, betweena specified endpoint (survival, growth, or reproduction) of the test organism in a specified effluent dilutionwhen compared to the specified endpoint of the test organism in the control. Significant lethality is definedas a statistically significant difference in survival at the critical dilution when compared to the survival of thetest organism in the control. Significant sublethality is defined as a statistically significant difference ingrowth/reproduction at the critical dilution when compared to the growth/reproduction of the test organismin the control.a. The permittee shall conduct a total of 2 additional tests (retests) for any species that demonstrates asignificant effect (lethal or sublethal) at the critical dilution. The two retests shall be conductedmonthly during the next two consecutive months. The permittee shall not substitute either of the tworetests in lieu of routine toxicity testing. All reports shall be submitted within 20 days of testcompletion. Test completion is defined as the last day of the test. The retests shall also be reportedon the DMRs as specified in Part 3.d.-b.-- --fhf- t-ets-.arge--e-rf-rned~due-to-a-demonstration-of.significant-lethality and-one-orboth-ofthe-two-retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall initiate the TRErequirements as specified in Part 5. The provisions of item 4.a. are suspended upon completion of thetwo retests and submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule defined in Part 5.If neither test demonstrates significant lethality and the permittee is testing under the reduced testingfrequency provision of Part I.e., the permittee shall return to a quarterly testing frequency. for thatspecies.c. If the two retests are performed due to a demonstration of significant sublethality, and one or. both ofthe two retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall againperform two retests as stipulated in item 4.a.d. If the- two retests are performed due to a demonstration of significant sublethality, and both retestspass, the permittee shall continue testing at the quarterly frequency until such time that the permittee.can invoke the reduced testing frequency provision specified in Part L.e.e. Regardless of whether retesting for lethal or sublethalIeffects, or a combination of the two, no morethan one retest per month is required for a species.5. Toxicity Reduction Evaluationa. Within 45 days of the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall submit a General Outline for initiating a TRE. The outline shall include, but not be limited to,a description of project personnel, a schedule for obtaining consultants (if needed), a discussion ofinfluent and/or effluent data available for review, a sampling and analytical schedule, and a proposedTRE initiation date.b. Within 90 days of the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall submit a TRE Action Plan and Schedule for conducting a TRE. The plan shall specify theapproach and methodology to be used in performing the TRE. A Toxicity Reduction Evaluation is astep-wise investigation combining toxicity testing with physical and chemical analysis to determineactions necessary to eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity to a level not effecting significant lethalityat the critical dilution. The TRE Action Plan shall lead to the successful elimination of significantlethal effects at the critical dilution for both test species defined in item I.b. As a minimum, the TREAction Plan shall include the following:I) Specific Activities -The TRE Action Plan shall specify the approach the permittee intends toutilize in conducting the TRE, including toxicity characterizations, identifications,confirmations, source evaluations, treatability studies, and/or alternative approaches. Whenconducting characterization analyses, the permittee shall perform multiple characterizations andfollow the procedures specified in the document entitled, "Toxicity Identification Evaluation:Characterization of Chronically Toxic Effluent, Phase I" (EPA/600/6-91/005F), or alternateprocedures. The permittee shall perform multiple identifications and follow the methodsPage 21 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOO0 1908000specified in the documents entitled, "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations,Phase II Toxicity Identification Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute and ChronicToxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/080) and "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations,Phase Ill Toxicity Confirmation Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute and ChronicToxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/08 1). All characterization, identification, and confirmation tests shallbe conducted in an orderly and logical progression;2) Sampling Plan -The TRE Action Plan should describe sampling locations, methods, holdingtimes, chain of custody, and preservation techniques. The effluent sample volume collected forall tests shall be adequate to perform the toxicity characterization/ identification! confirmationprocedures, and chemical-specific analyses when the toxicity tests show significant lethality.Where the permittee has identified or suspects specific pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluenttoxicity, the permittee shall conduct, concurrent with toxicity testing, chemical-specificanalyses for the identified and/or suspected pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluent toxicity;3) Quality Assurance Plan -The TRE Action Plan should address record keeping and dataevaluation, calibration and standardization, baseline tests, system blanks, controls, duplicates,--..----. spikes,-tox-icity-_persistenceein-:the:samplesrandomization; referencetoxicatt -cntrol ha-tsaswell as.mechanisms to detect artifactual toxicity; and4) Project Organization -The TRE Action Plan should describe the project staff, project manager,consulting engineering services (where applicable), consulting analytical and toxicologicalservices, etc.c. Within 30 days of submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule, the permittee shall implement theTRE with due diligence.d. 'Te permittee shall submit quarterly TRE Activities Reports concerning the progress of the TRE. Thequarterly reports are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th, and January 20th. The reportshall detail information regarding the TRE activities including:1) results and interpretation of any chemical-specific analyses for the identified and/or suspectedpollutant(s) performed during the quarter;2) results and interpretation of any characterization, identification, and confirmation testsperformed during the quarter;3) any data and/or substantiating documentation which identifies the pollutant(s) and/or source(s)of effluent toxicity;4) results of any studies/evaluations concerning the treatability of the facility's effluent toxicity;5) any data which identifies effluent toxicity control mechanisms that will reduce effluent toxicityto the level necessary to meet no significant lethality at the critical dilution; and6) any changes to the initial TRE Plan and Schedule that are believed necessary as a result of theTRE findings.Copies of the TRE Activities Report shall also be submitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.e. During the TRE, the permittee shall perform, at a minimum, quarterly testing using the more sensitivespecies; testing for the less sensitive species shall continiue at the frequency specified in Part 1 .b.f. If the effluent ceases to effect significant lethality (herein as defined below) the permittee may endthe TRE. A "cessation of lethality" is defined as no significant lethality for a period of 12 consecutivemonths with at least monthly testing. At the end of the 12 months, the permittee shall submit astatement of intent to cease the TRE and may then resume the testing frequency specified in Part 1 .b.The permittee may only apply the "cessation of lethality" provision once.This provision accommodate situations where operational errors and upsets, spills, or sampling errorstriggered the TRE, in contrast to a situation where a single toxicant or group of toxicants causePage 22 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000lethality. This provision does not apply as a result of corrective actions taken by the permittee."Corrective actions" are herein defined as proactive efforts which eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity.These include, but are not limited to, source reduction or elimination, improved housekeeping, changesin chemical usage, and modifications of influent streams and/or effluent treatment.The permittee may only apply this cessation of lethality provision once. If the effluent againdemonstrates significant lethality to the same species, the permit will be amended to add a WET limitwith a compliance period, if appropriate. However, prior to the effective date of the WET limit, thepermittee may apply for a permit amendment removing and replacing the WET limit with an alternatetoxicity control measure by identifying and confirming the toxicant and/or an appropriate controlmeasure.g. The permittee shall complete the TRE and submit a Final Report on the TRE Activities no later than28 months from the last test day of the retest that confirmed significant lethal effects at the criticaldilution. The permittee may petition the Executive Director (in writing) for an extension of the 28-month limit. However, to warrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated due diligencein their pursuit of the TIE/TRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their control stalled theTIE/TRE. The report shall provide information pertaining to the specific control mechanism(s)on-oeduct-i.n-9f effluent-toxicity-to-no-significant-lethality-at the critical dilution. The report will also provide a specific corrective action schedule forimplementing the selected control mechanism(s). A copy of the TRE Final Report shall also besubmitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.h. Based upon the results of the TRE and proposed corrective actions, this permit may be amended tomodify the biomonitoring requirements, where necessary, to require a compliance schedule forimplementation of corrective actions, to specify a WET limit, to specify a BMP, and/or to specify CSlimits.Page 23 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE I (SWEET 1 OF 4)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL AND GROWTHDates and TimesCompositesCollectedDate TimeNo. 1 FROM:No. 2 FROM:No. 3 FROM:DateTimeTO:TO:TO:Test initiated: anm/pm __dateDilution water used:.Receiving water___ Synthetic Dilution waterMYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL-Pei&&n PctSiram Mexecent:I ': -...* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/meanDATA TABLE FOR GROWTH OF MYSID SHRIMPAte-- -:w ":. i -b"s'Re'nl.. icateB. .. M at eihtinx-iiigansn i.ae.!?ie,. f.' -. :...- ' .: .. ..% : .:i ..:' ,'AB. .C:D .: 3*''.'',: ." ..Page 24 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 2 OF 4)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL AND GROWTHDATA TABLE FOR GROWTH OF MYSID SHRIMP (Continued).Repliate .M. ders1.7%..-,G-MeanDyWih' -:.: -.- ... "__?"-__ ___.__Acceptable Range 11-37* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/mean1. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment)- as appropriate:Is the mean survival at 7 days significantly less (p1=0.05) than the control survival for the % effluentcorresponding to lethality?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): -YES NO2. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean dry weight (growth) at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control's dry weight(growth) for the % effluent corresponding to non-lethal effects?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): YES NO3. Enter percent effluent corresponding to each NOEC/LOEC below:a.) NOEC survival = % effluentb.) LOEC survival = % effluentc.) NOEC growth = % effluentd.) LOEC growth = % effluentPage 25 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO1908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 3 OF 4)INLAND SILVERSIDE LARVAL SURVIVAL AND GROWTH TESTDate Time Date TimeDates and Times No. I FROM: TO:CompositesCollected No. 2 FROM: TO:No. 3 FROM: TO:Test initiated: anm/pm dateDilution water used: _ Receiving water __ Synthetic Dilution water* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/meanPage 26 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 4 OF 4)INLAND SILVERSIDE LARVAL SURVIVAL AND GROWTH TESTINLAND SILVERSIDE GROWTHAv~tge ry-Wigh inMean--Percent Anwogam nr ict hmers _____I)~Effluent 1 D- B () CV% ._5%/'13A'Al Acceptable Range 11 -28*coefficient of variation =standard deviation x 100/meanWeights are for: preserved larvae, or unpreserved larvae1. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean survival at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control survival for the % effluentcorresponding to lethality?CRITICAL DIDLUTION (13%): YES NO2. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean dry weight (growth) at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control's dry weight(growth) for the % effluent corresponding to non-lethal effects?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): _ _YES _ _NO3. Enter percent effluent corresponding to each NOEC/LOEC below:a.) NOEC survival = _ ___% effluentb.) LOEC survival = _ ___% effluentc.) NOEC growth = _ ___% effluentd.) LOEC growth = % effluentPage 27 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ000190800024-HOUR ACUTE BIOMONITOR]NG REOUIREMENTS: MARINEThe provisions of this Section apply individually and separately to Outfall 001 for whole effluent toxicity testing(biomonitoring). No samples or portions of samples from one outfall may be composited with samples or portionsof samples from another outfall.I Scope, Frequency and Methodologya. The permittee shall test the effluent for lethality in accordance with the provisions in this Section.Such testing will determine compliance with the Surface Water Quality Standard, 30 TAC§307.6(e)(2)(B), of greater than 50% survival of the appropriate test organisms in 100% effluent fora 24-hour period.b. The toxicity tests specified shall be conducted once per six months. The permittee shall conduct thefollowing toxicity tests utilizing the test organisms, procedures, and quality assurance requirementsspecified in this section of the permit and in accordan e-with"Methods-for-Measuring--the-Acute-..... Effl-rits and Receiving to Freshwater and Marine Organisms, Fifth Edition"(EPA-82 1 -R-02-012), or the most recent update thereof:1) Acute 24-hour static toxicity test using the mysid shrimp (Mysidopsis bahia). A minimum offive replicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in eachdilution.2) Acute 24-hour static toxicity test using the inland silverside (Menidia beryllina). A minimumof five replicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in eachdilution.The permittee must perform and report a valid test for each test species during the prescribed reportingperiod. An invalid test must be repeated during the same reporting period. An invalid test is hereindefined as any test failing to satisfy the test acceptability criteria, procedures, and quality assurancerequirements specified in the test methods and permit. All test results, valid or invalid, must besubmitted as described below.c. In addition to an appropriate control, a 100% effluent concentration shall be used in the toxicity tests.Except as discussed in item 2.b., the control and/or dilution water shall consist of a standard, synthetic,moderately hard, reconstituted water.d. This permit may be amended to require a Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) limit, a Best ManagementPractice (BMP), a Chemical-Specific (CS) limit, additional toxicity testing, and/or other appropriateactions to address toxicity. The permittee may be required to conduct additional biomonitoring testsand/or a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) if biomonitoring data indicate multiple numbers ofunconfirmed toxicity events.e. If the biomonitoring dilution series specified in the Chronic biomonitoring requirements includes a100% effluent concentration, those results may fulfill the requirements of this Section. The results ofany test with a 100% effluent concentration performed in the proper time interval may be substitutedin lieu of performing a separate 24-hour acute test. Compliance will be evaluated as specified in itema. The greater than 50% survival in 100% effluent for a 24-hour period standard applies to all testsutilizing a 100% effluent dilution, regardless of whether the results are submitted to comply with theminimum testing frequency defined in item b.2. Required Toxicity Testing Conditionsa. Test Acceptance -The permittee shall repeat any toxicity test, including the control, if the control failsto meet a mean survival equal to or greater than 90%.b. Dilution Water -In accordance with item I .c., the control and/or dilution water shall normally consistof a standard, synthetic, reconstituted seawater. If the permittee is utilizing the results of a 48-HourAcute test or a Chronic test to satisfy the requirements in item L .e., the pernuttee may use the receivingPage 28 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000water or dilution water that meets the requirements of item 2.a. as the control and dilution water.c. Samples and Composites1) The permittee shall collect one flow-weighted 24-hour composite sample from Outfall 001. X24-hour composite sample consists of a minimum of 12 effluent portions collected at equal timeintervals representative of a 24-hour operating day and combined proportional to flow, or asample continuously collected proportional to flow over a 24-hour operating day.2) The permittee shall collect the 24-hour composite samples such that the samples arerepresentative of any periodic episode of chlorination, biocide usage, or other potentially toxicsubstance discharged on an intermittent basis.3) The permittee shall initiate the toxicity tests within 36 hours after collection of the last portionof the 24-hour composite sample. Samples shall be maintained at a temperature of 0-6 degreesCentigrade during collection, shipping, and storage.4) If the Outfall ceases discharging during the collection of the effluent composite sample, therequirements for the minimum number of effluent portions are waived. However, the permitteemust have collected a composite sample volume sufficient for completion of the required test.The abbreviated sample collection, duration, and methodology must be documented in the fullreport required in Part 3 of this Section.3. ReportingAll reports, tables, plans, summaries, and related correspondence required in any Part of this Section shallbe submitted to the attention of the Water Quality Standards Team (MC 150) of the Water Quality Division.All DMRs, including DMRs with biomonitoring data, should be sent to the Water Quality ComplianceMonitoring Team of the Enforcement Division (MC 224).a. The permittee shall prepare a full report of the results of all tests conducted pursuant to this permit inaccordance with the Report Preparation Section of "Methods for Measuring the Acute Toxicity ofEffluents and Receiving Waters to Freshwater and Marine Organisms, Fifth Edition" (EPA-821 -R-02-012), or the most recent update thereof, for every valid and invalid toxicity test initiated. All fullreports shall be retained for three years at the plant site and shall be available for inspection by TCEQpersonnel.b. A full report must be submitted with the first valid biomonitoring test results for each test species andwith the first test results any time the permittee subsequently employs a different test laboratory. Fullreports need not be submitted for subsequent testing unless specifically requested. The permittee shallroutinely report the results of each biomonitoring test on the Table 2 forms provided with this permit.All Table 2 reports must include the information specified in the Table 2 form attached to this permit.1) Semiannual biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th and July 20th forbiomonitoring conducted during the previous 6 month period.2) Quarterly biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th, April 20th, July 20th,and October 20th, for biomonitoring conducted during the previous calendar quarter.c. Enter the following codes on the DMR for the appropriate parameters for valid tests only:1) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TIE3E, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "1."2) For the inland silverside, Parameter TIE6B, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours isgreater than 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to50%, enter a "1."Page 29 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQO0O 1908000d. Enter the following codes on the DMR for retests only:1) For retest number 1, Parameter 22415, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "2) For retest number 2, Parameter 22416, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "4. Persistent MortalityThe requirements of this Part apply when a toxicity test demonstrates significant lethality, here defined asa mean mortality of 50% or greater to organisms exposed to the 100% effluent concentration after 24-hours.a. The permittee shall c -nduct~tw--oadditional-tests(retests)-for-each-species-thatdemonstrates-signifi-catlethality. The two retests shall be conducted once per week for two weeks. Five effluent dilutionconcentrations in addition to an appropriate control shall be used in the retests. These additionaleffluent concentrations shall be 6%, 13%, 25%, 50% and 100% effluent. The first retest shall beconducted within 15 days of the laboratory determination of significant lethality. Ail test results shallbe submitted within 20 days of test completion of the second retest. Test completion is defined as the24th hour. The retests shall also be reported on the DMRs as specified in Part 3.d.b. Ifone or both of the two retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall initiate the TRE requirements as specified in Part 5 of this Section.5. Toxicity Reduction Evaluationa. Within 45 days of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall submit a GeneralOutline for initiating a TRE. The outline shall include, but not be limited to, a description of projectpersonnel, a schedule for obtaining consultants (if needed), a discussion of influent and/or effluent dataavailable for review, a sampling and analytical schedule, and a proposed TRE initiation date.b. Within 90 days of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall submit a TREAction Plan and Schedule for conducting a TRE. The plan shall specify the approach andmethodology to be used in performing the TRE. A Toxicity Reduction Evaluation is a step-wiseinvestigation combining toxicity testing with physical and chemical analysis to determine actionsnecessary to eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity to a level not effecting significant lethality at thecritical dilution. The TRE Action Plan shall lead to the successful elimination of significant lethalityfor both test species defined in item 1 .b. As a minimum, the TRE Action Plan shall include thefollowing:1) Specific Activities -The TRE Action Plan shall specify the approach the permittee intends toutilize in conducting the TRE, including toxicity characterizations, identifications,confirmations, source evaluations, treatability studies, and/or alternative approaches. Whenconducting characterization analyses, the permittee shall perform multiple characterizations andfollow the procedures specified in the document entitled, "Methods for Aquatic ToxicityIdentification Evaluations: Phase I Toxicity Characterization Procedures" (EPA/600/6-91/003),or alternate procedures. The permittee shall perform multiple identifications and follow themethods specified in the documents entitled, "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity IdentificationEvaluations, Phase II Toxicity Identification Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute andChronic Toxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/080) and "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity IdentificationEvaluations, Phase mI Toxicity Confirmation Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute andChronic Toxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/081). All characterization, identification, and confirmationtests shall be conducted in an orderly and logical progression;2) Sampling Plan -The TRE Action Plan should describe sampling locations, methods, holdingtimes, chain of custody, and preservation techniques. The effluent sample volume collected forall tests shall be adequate to perform the toxicity characterization/ identification/ confirmationPage 30 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000procedures, and chemical-specific analyses when the toxicity. tests show significant lethality.Where the permittee has identified or suspects specific pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluenttoxicity, the permittee shall conduct, concurrent with toxicity testing, chemical-specificanalyses for the identified and/or suspected pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluent toxicity;3) Quality Assurance Plan -The TRE Action Plan should address record keeping and dataevaluation, calibration and standardization, baseline tests, system blanks, controls, duplicates,spikes, toxicity persistence in the samples, randomization, reference toxicant control charts, aswell as mechanisms to detect artifactual toxicity; and4) Project Organization -The TRE Action Plan should describe the project staff, project manager,consulting engineering services (where applicable), consulting analytical and toxicologicalservices, etc.c. Within 30 days of submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule, the permittee shall implement theTRE with due diligence.d. The permittee shall submit quarterly TRE Activities Reports concerning the progress of the TRE. Thequarterly TRE Activities Reports are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th, and January20th. The report shall detail information regarding the TRE activities including:1) results and interpretation of any chemical-specific analyses for the identified and/or suspectedpollutant(s) performed during the quarter;2) results and interpretation of any characterization, identification, and confirmation testsperformed during the quarter;3) any data and/or substantiating documentation which identifies the pollutant(s) and/or source(s)of effluent toxicity;4) results of any studies/evaluations concerning the treatability of the facility's effluent toxicity;5) any data which identifies effluent toxicity control mechanisms that will reduce effluent toxicityto the level necessary to eliminate significant lethality; and6) any changes to the initial TRE Plan and Schedule that are believed necessary as a result of theTRE findings.Copies of the TRE Activities Report shall also be submitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.e. During the TRE, the permittee shall perform, at a minimum, quarterly testing using the more sensitivespecies; testing for the less sensitive species shall continue at the frequency specified in Part I .b.f. If the effluent ceases to effect significant lethality (herein as defined below) the permittee may endthe TRE. A "cessation of lethality" is defined as no significant lethality for a period of 12 consecutiveweeks with at least weekly testing. At the end of the 12 weeks, the permittee shall submit a statementof intent to cease the TRE and may then resume the testing frequency specified in Part I.b. Thepermittee may only apply the "cessation of lethality" provision once.This provision accommodate situations where operational errors and upsets, spills, or sampling errorstriggered the TRE, in contrast to a situation where a single toxicant or group of toxicants causelethality. This provision does not apply as a result of corrective actions taken by the permittee."Corrective actions" are herein defined as proactive efforts which eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity.These include, but are not limited to, source reduction or elimination, improved housekeeping, changesin chemical usage, and modifications of influent streams and/or effluent treatment.The permittee may only apply this cessation of lethality provision once. If the effluent againdemonstrates significant lethality to the same species, the permit will be amended to add a WET limitwith a compliance period, if appropriate. However, prior to the effective date of the WET limit, thePage 31 I-STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000pennittee may apply for a permit amendment removing and replacing the WET limit with an alternatetoxicity control measure by identifying and confirming the toxicant and/or an appropriate controlmeasure.g. The pennittee shall complete the TRE and submit a Final Report on the TRE Activities no later than18 months from the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality. The permitteemay petition the Executive Director (in writing) for an extension of the 18-month limit. However, towarrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated due diligence in their pursuit of theTIE/FRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their control stalled the TIE/TRE. The reportshall specify the control mechanism(s) that will, when implemented, reduce effluent toxicity asspecified in item 5.g. The report will also specify a corrective action schedule for implementing theselected control mechanism(s). A copy of the TRE Final Report shall also be submitted to the U.S.EPA Region 6 office.h. Within 3 years of the last day of the test confirming toxicity, the permittee shall comply with 30 TAC307.6.(e)(2)(B), which requires greater than 50% survival of the test organism.in-100%_effluent-at-the---. end-of-24h-ours-The -permittee -may-p-iyfiiiithe Executive Director(in writing) for an extension ofthe 3-year limit. However, to warrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated duediligence in their pursuit of the TIE/TRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their controlstalled the TIE/TRE.The requirement to comply with 30 TAC 307.6.(e)(2)(B) may be exempted upon proof that toxicityis caused by an excess, imbalance, or deficiency of dissolved salts. This exemption excludes instanceswhere individually toxic components (e.g. metals) form a salt compound. Following the exemption,the permit may be amended to include an ion-adjustment protocol, hlternate species testing, or singlespecies testing.Based upon the results of the TRE and proposed. corrective actions, this permit may be amended tomodify the biomonitoring requirements where necessary, to require. a compliance schedule forimplementation of corrective actions, to specify a WET limit, to specify a BMP, and/or to specify aCS limit.Page 32 A !, -STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE 2 (SHEET 1 OF 2)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVALGENERAL INFORMATIONPERCENT SURVIVALI.Enter percent effluent corresponding to the LC50 below:24 hour LC50 = % effluent95% confidence limits:Method of LC50 calculation:Page 33 | _STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000CHRONIC BIOMONITORING REOUTIREMENTS: MARINEThe provisions of this Section apply to Outfall 001 for whole effluent toxicity testing (biomonitoring).1. Scope, Frequency and Methodologya. The permittee shall test the effluent for toxicity in accordance with the provisions below. Such testingwill determine if an appropriately dilute effluent sample adversely affects the survival, reproduction,or growth of the test organisms.b. The permittee shall conduct all toxicity tests utilizing the test organisms, procedures, and qualityassurance requirements specified below and in accordance with "Short-Term Methods for Estimatingthe Chronic Toxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and Estuarine Organisms, ThirdEdition" (EPA-821 -R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof:1) Chronic static renewal 7-day survival and growth test using the mysid shrimp (Mysidopsisbahia) (Method 1007.0 or the most recent update thereof). A minimum of eight replicates withfive organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in each dilution. This test shall becondiimtd onc-per quarter.2) Chronic static renewal 7-day larval survival and growth test using the inland silverside(Menidia beryllina) (Method 1006.0 or the most recent update thereof). A minimum of fivereplicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in each dilution.This test shall be conducted once per quarter.The permittee must perform and report a valid test for each test species during the prescribed reportingperiod. An invalid test must be repeated during the same reporting period. An invalid test ishereindefined as any test failing to satisfy the test acceptability criteria, including Percent MinimumSignificant Difference (PMSD) boundary requirements, procedures, and quality assurancerequirements specified in the test methods and permit. All test results, valid or invalid, must besubmitted as described below.c. The permittee shall use five effluent dilution concentrations and a control in each toxicity test. Theseadditional effluent concentrations are 5%, 7%, 10%, 13%, and 17% effluent. The critical dilution,defined as 13% effluent, is the effluent concentration representative of the proportion of effluent inthe receiving water during critical low flow or critical mixing conditions.d. This permit may be amended to require a Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) limit, Chemical-Specific(CS) limits, a Best Management Practice (BMP), additional toxicity testing, and/or other appropriateactions to address toxicity. The permittee may be required to conduct additional biomonitoring testsand/or a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) if biomonitoring data indicate multiple numbers ofunconfirmed toxicity events.e. Testing Frequency Reduction1) If none of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant lethal or sub-lethaleffects, the permittee may submit this information in writing and, upon approval from the WaterQuality Standards Team, reduce the testing frequency to once per six months for theinvertebrate test species and once per year for the vertebrate test species.2) If one or more of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant sub-lethaleffects, the permittee shall continue quarterly testing for that species until four consecutivequarterly tests demonstrate no significant sub-lethal effects. At that time, the permittee mayapply for the appropriate testing frequency reduction for that species.3) If one or more of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant lethaleffects, the permittee shall continue quarterly testing for that species until the permit is reissued.If a testing frequency reduction had been previously granted and a subsequent test demonstratessignificant lethal effects, the permittee will resume a quarterly testing frequency for that speciesuntil the permit is reissued.Page 17 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080002. Required Toxicity Testing Conditionsa. Test Acceptance -The permittee shall repeat any toxicity test, including the control and all effluentdilutions, which fails to meet any of the following criteria:1) a control mean survival of 80% or greater;2) a control mean dry weight of surviving mysid shrimp of 0.20 mg or greater;3) a control mean dry weight for surviving unpreserved inland silverside of 0.50 mg or greater and(0.43 mg or greater for surviving preserved inland silverside.4) a control Coefficient of Variation percent (CV%) between replicates of 40 or less in the in thegrowth and survival tests.5) a critical dilution CV% of 40 or less in the growth and survival endpoints for either growth andsurvival test. However, if statistically significant lethal or nonlethal effects are exhibited at thecritical dilution,_a CV% _greater than_40 shall not'inalidatethe-test.....6) a PMSD range of 11 -37 for mysid shrimp growth;7) a PMSD range of 11 -28 for inland silverside growth.b. Statistical Interpretation1) For the mysid shrimp and the inland silverside larval survival and growth tests, the statisticalanalyses used to determine if there is a significant difference between the control and aneffluent dilution shall be in accordance with the methods described in the "Short-Term Methodsfor-Estimating the Chronic Toxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and EstuarineOrganisms, Third Edition" (EPA-821-R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof.2) The permittee is responsible for reviewing test concentration-response relationships to ensurethat calculated test-results are interpreted and reported correctly. The EPA manual, "MethodGuidance and Recommendation for Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Testing (40 CFR Part136)" (EPA 821-13-00-004) provides guidance on determining the validity of test results.3) If significant lethality is demonstrated (that is, there is a statistically significant difference insurvival at the critical dilution when compared to the control), the conditions of testacceptability are met, and the survival of the test organisms are equal to or greater than 80% inthe critical dilution and all dilutions below that, then the permittee shall report a survival NoObserved Effect Concentration (NOEC) of not less than the critical dilution for the reportingrequirements.4) The NOEC is defined as the greatest effluent dilution at which no significant effect isdemonstrated. The Lowest Observed Effect Concentration (LOEC) is defined as the lowesteffluent dilution at which a significant effect is demonstrated. A significant effect is hereindefined as a statistically significant difference at the 95% confidence level between the survival,reproduction, or growth of the test organism(s) in a specified effluent dilution compared to thesurvival, reproduction, or growth of the test organism(s) in the control (0% effluent).5) The use of NOECs and LOECs assumes either a monotonic (continuous) concentration-response relationship or a threshold model of the concentration-response relationship. For anytest result that demonstrates a non-monotonic (non-continuous) response, the NOEC should bedetermined based on the guidance manual referenced in Item 3 above and a full report will besubmitted to the Water Quality Standards Team6) Pursuant to the responsibility assigned to the permittee in Part 2.b.2), test results thatdemonstrate a non-monotonic (non-continuous) concentration-response relationship may besubmitted, prior to the due date, for technical review. The above-referenced guidance manualwill be used when making a determination of test acceptabilityPage 18 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080007) The Water Quality Standards Team will review test results (i.e., Table I and Table 2 forms) forconsistency with established TCEQ rules, procedures, and permit requirements.c. Dilution Water1) Dilution water used in the toxicity tests shall be the receiving water collected as close aspossible to the discharge point, but unaffected by the discharge.2) Where the receiving water proves unsatisfactory as a result ofpre-existing instream toxicity (i.e.fails to fulfill the test acceptance criteria of item 2.a.), the permittee may substitute syntheticdilution water for the receiving water in all subsequent tests provided the unacceptablereceiving water test met the following stipulations:a) a synthetic lab water control was performed (in addition to the receiving water control)which fulfilled the test acceptance requirements of item 2.a;b) the test indicating receiving water toxicity was carried out to completion (i.e., 7 days);-------.c) thepermittee-submitted all-test results-indicating-receivvmg-water-toxxicity-with-thereports--and information required in Part 3.Upon approval, the permittee may substitute other appropriate dilution water with chemical andphysical characteristics similar-to that of the receiving water.d. Samples and Composites1) The permittee shall collect a minimum of three flow-weighted 24-hour composite samples fromOutfall 001. The second and.third 24-hour composite samples will be used for the renewal ofthe dilution concentrations for each toxicity test. A 24-hour composite sample consists of aminimum of 12 effluent portions collected at equal time intervals representative of a 24-houroperating day and combined proportionally to flow, or a sample continuously collectedproportionally to flow over a 24-hour operating day.2) The permittee shall collect the 24-hour composite samples such that the samples arerepresentative of any periodic episode of chlorination, biocide usage, or other potentially toxicsubstance discharged on an intermittent basis.3) The permittee shall initiate the toxicity tests within 36 hours after collection of the last portionof the first 24-hour composite sample. The holding time for any subsequent 24-hour compositesample shall not exceed 72 hours. Samples shall be maintained at a temperature of 0-6 degreesCentigrade during collection, shipping, and storage.4) If flow from the outfall being tested ceases during the collection of effluent samples, therequirements for the minimum number of effluent samples, the minimum number of effluentportions, and the sample holding time, are waived during that sampling period. However, thepermittee must have collected an effluent composite sample volume sufficient to complete therequired toxicity tests with daily renewal of the effluent. When possible, the effluent samplesused for the toxicity tests shall be collected on separate days if the discharge occurs overmultiple days. The effluent composite sample collection duration and the static renewalprotocol associated with the abbreviated sample collection must be documented in the fullreport required in Part 3 of this Section.3. ReportingAll reports, tables, plans, summaries, and related correspondence required in any Part of this Section shallbe submitted to the attention of the Water Quality Standards Team (MC 150) of the Water Quality Division.All DMRs, including DMRs with biomonitoring data, should be sent to the Water Quality ComplianceMonitoring Team of the Enforcement Division (MC 224).a. The permittee shall prepare a full report of the results of all tests conducted pursuant to this permit inaccordance with the Report Preparation Section of "Short-Term Methods for Estimating the ChronicToxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and Estuarine Organisms, Third Edition" (EPA-Page 19 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000821-R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof, for every valid and invalid toxicity test initiatedwhether carried to completion or not. All full reports shall be retained for 3 years at the plant site andshall be available for inspection by TCEQ personnel.b. A full report must be submitted with the first valid biomonitoring test results for each test species andwith the first test results any time the permittee subsequently employs a different test laboratory. Fullreports need not be submitted for subsequent testing unless specifically requested. The permittee shallroutinely report the results of each biomonitoring test on the Table 1 forms provided with this permit.All Table 1 reports must include the information specified in the Table I form attached to this permit.1) Annual biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th for biomonitoringconducted during the previous 12 month period.2) Semiannual biomonitoring test results are due on or before July 20th and January 20th forbiomonitoring conducted during the previous 6 month period.3) Quarterly biomonitoring test results are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th,and January 20th, for biomonitoring conducted during the previous calendar quarter.4) Monthly biomonitoring test results are due on or before the 20th day of the month followingsampling.c. Enter the following codes on the DMR for the appropriate parameters for valid tests only:1) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TLP3E, enter a "1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."2) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TOP3E, report the NOEC for survival.3) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TXP3E, report the LOEC for survival.4) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TWP3E, enter a "I" if the NOEC for growth is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."5) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TPP3E, report the NOEC for growth.6) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TYP3E, report the LOEC for growth.7) For the inland silverside, Parameter TLP6B,enter a " 1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."8) For the inland silverside, Parameter TOP6B, report the NOEC for survival.9) For the inland silverside, Parameter TXP6B, report the LOEC for survival.10) For the inland silverside, Parameter TWP6B,enter a " 1" if the NOEC for growth is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."11) For the inland silverside, Parameter TPP6B, report the NOEC for growth.12) For the inland silverside, Parameter TYP6B, report the LOEC for growthd. Enter the following codes on the DMIR for retests only:1) For retest number 1, Parameter 22415, enter a "I" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."2) For retest number 2, Parameter 22416, enter a "1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."Page 20 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ00019080004. Persistent ToxicityThe requirements of this Part apply only when a test demonstrates a significant effect at the critical dilution.A significant effect is defined as a statistically significant difference, at the 95% confidence level, betweena specified endpoint (survival, growth, or reproduction) of the test organism in a specified effluent dilutionwhen compared to the specified endpoint of the test organism in the control. Significant lethality is definedas a statistically significant difference in survival at the critical dilution when compared to the survival of thetest organism in the control. Significant sublethality is defined as a statistically significant difference ingrowth/reproduction at the critical dilution when compared to the growth/reproduction of the test organismin the control.a. The permittee shall conduct a total of 2 additional tests (retests) for any species that demonstrates asignificant effect (lethal or sublethal) at the critical dilution. The two retests shall be conductedmonthly during the next two consecutive months. The permittee shall not substitute either of the tworetests in lieu of routine toxicity testing. All reports shall be submitted within 20 days of testcompletion. Test completion is defined as the last day of the test. The retests shall also be reportedon the DMRs as specified in Part 3.d.-b.-- --fhf- t-ets-.arge--e-rf-rned~due-to-a-demonstration-of.significant-lethality and-one-orboth-ofthe-two-retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall initiate the TRErequirements as specified in Part 5. The provisions of item 4.a. are suspended upon completion of thetwo retests and submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule defined in Part 5.If neither test demonstrates significant lethality and the permittee is testing under the reduced testingfrequency provision of Part I.e., the permittee shall return to a quarterly testing frequency. for thatspecies.c. If the two retests are performed due to a demonstration of significant sublethality, and one or. both ofthe two retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall againperform two retests as stipulated in item 4.a.d. If the- two retests are performed due to a demonstration of significant sublethality, and both retestspass, the permittee shall continue testing at the quarterly frequency until such time that the permittee.can invoke the reduced testing frequency provision specified in Part L.e.e. Regardless of whether retesting for lethal or sublethalIeffects, or a combination of the two, no morethan one retest per month is required for a species.5. Toxicity Reduction Evaluationa. Within 45 days of the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall submit a General Outline for initiating a TRE. The outline shall include, but not be limited to,a description of project personnel, a schedule for obtaining consultants (if needed), a discussion ofinfluent and/or effluent data available for review, a sampling and analytical schedule, and a proposedTRE initiation date.b. Within 90 days of the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall submit a TRE Action Plan and Schedule for conducting a TRE. The plan shall specify theapproach and methodology to be used in performing the TRE. A Toxicity Reduction Evaluation is astep-wise investigation combining toxicity testing with physical and chemical analysis to determineactions necessary to eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity to a level not effecting significant lethalityat the critical dilution. The TRE Action Plan shall lead to the successful elimination of significantlethal effects at the critical dilution for both test species defined in item I.b. As a minimum, the TREAction Plan shall include the following:I) Specific Activities -The TRE Action Plan shall specify the approach the permittee intends toutilize in conducting the TRE, including toxicity characterizations, identifications,confirmations, source evaluations, treatability studies, and/or alternative approaches. Whenconducting characterization analyses, the permittee shall perform multiple characterizations andfollow the procedures specified in the document entitled, "Toxicity Identification Evaluation:Characterization of Chronically Toxic Effluent, Phase I" (EPA/600/6-91/005F), or alternateprocedures. The permittee shall perform multiple identifications and follow the methodsPage 21 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOO0 1908000specified in the documents entitled, "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations,Phase II Toxicity Identification Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute and ChronicToxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/080) and "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations,Phase Ill Toxicity Confirmation Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute and ChronicToxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/08 1). All characterization, identification, and confirmation tests shallbe conducted in an orderly and logical progression;2) Sampling Plan -The TRE Action Plan should describe sampling locations, methods, holdingtimes, chain of custody, and preservation techniques. The effluent sample volume collected forall tests shall be adequate to perform the toxicity characterization/ identification! confirmationprocedures, and chemical-specific analyses when the toxicity tests show significant lethality.Where the permittee has identified or suspects specific pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluenttoxicity, the permittee shall conduct, concurrent with toxicity testing, chemical-specificanalyses for the identified and/or suspected pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluent toxicity;3) Quality Assurance Plan -The TRE Action Plan should address record keeping and dataevaluation, calibration and standardization, baseline tests, system blanks, controls, duplicates,--..----. spikes,-tox-icity-_persistenceein-:the:samplesrandomization; referencetoxicatt -cntrol ha-tsaswell as.mechanisms to detect artifactual toxicity; and4) Project Organization -The TRE Action Plan should describe the project staff, project manager,consulting engineering services (where applicable), consulting analytical and toxicologicalservices, etc.c. Within 30 days of submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule, the permittee shall implement theTRE with due diligence.d. 'Te permittee shall submit quarterly TRE Activities Reports concerning the progress of the TRE. Thequarterly reports are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th, and January 20th. The reportshall detail information regarding the TRE activities including:1) results and interpretation of any chemical-specific analyses for the identified and/or suspectedpollutant(s) performed during the quarter;2) results and interpretation of any characterization, identification, and confirmation testsperformed during the quarter;3) any data and/or substantiating documentation which identifies the pollutant(s) and/or source(s)of effluent toxicity;4) results of any studies/evaluations concerning the treatability of the facility's effluent toxicity;5) any data which identifies effluent toxicity control mechanisms that will reduce effluent toxicityto the level necessary to meet no significant lethality at the critical dilution; and6) any changes to the initial TRE Plan and Schedule that are believed necessary as a result of theTRE findings.Copies of the TRE Activities Report shall also be submitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.e. During the TRE, the permittee shall perform, at a minimum, quarterly testing using the more sensitivespecies; testing for the less sensitive species shall continiue at the frequency specified in Part 1 .b.f. If the effluent ceases to effect significant lethality (herein as defined below) the permittee may endthe TRE. A "cessation of lethality" is defined as no significant lethality for a period of 12 consecutivemonths with at least monthly testing. At the end of the 12 months, the permittee shall submit astatement of intent to cease the TRE and may then resume the testing frequency specified in Part 1 .b.The permittee may only apply the "cessation of lethality" provision once.This provision accommodate situations where operational errors and upsets, spills, or sampling errorstriggered the TRE, in contrast to a situation where a single toxicant or group of toxicants causePage 22 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000lethality. This provision does not apply as a result of corrective actions taken by the permittee."Corrective actions" are herein defined as proactive efforts which eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity.These include, but are not limited to, source reduction or elimination, improved housekeeping, changesin chemical usage, and modifications of influent streams and/or effluent treatment.The permittee may only apply this cessation of lethality provision once. If the effluent againdemonstrates significant lethality to the same species, the permit will be amended to add a WET limitwith a compliance period, if appropriate. However, prior to the effective date of the WET limit, thepermittee may apply for a permit amendment removing and replacing the WET limit with an alternatetoxicity control measure by identifying and confirming the toxicant and/or an appropriate controlmeasure.g. The permittee shall complete the TRE and submit a Final Report on the TRE Activities no later than28 months from the last test day of the retest that confirmed significant lethal effects at the criticaldilution. The permittee may petition the Executive Director (in writing) for an extension of the 28-month limit. However, to warrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated due diligencein their pursuit of the TIE/TRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their control stalled theTIE/TRE. The report shall provide information pertaining to the specific control mechanism(s)on-oeduct-i.n-9f effluent-toxicity-to-no-significant-lethality-at the critical dilution. The report will also provide a specific corrective action schedule forimplementing the selected control mechanism(s). A copy of the TRE Final Report shall also besubmitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.h. Based upon the results of the TRE and proposed corrective actions, this permit may be amended tomodify the biomonitoring requirements, where necessary, to require a compliance schedule forimplementation of corrective actions, to specify a WET limit, to specify a BMP, and/or to specify CSlimits.Page 23 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE I (SWEET 1 OF 4)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL AND GROWTHDates and TimesCompositesCollectedDate TimeNo. 1 FROM:No. 2 FROM:No. 3 FROM:DateTimeTO:TO:TO:Test initiated: anm/pm __dateDilution water used:.Receiving water___ Synthetic Dilution waterMYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL-Pei&&n PctSiram Mexecent:I ': -...* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/meanDATA TABLE FOR GROWTH OF MYSID SHRIMPAte-- -:w ":. i -b"s'Re'nl.. icateB. .. M at eihtinx-iiigansn i.ae.!?ie,. f.' -. :...- ' .: .. ..% : .:i ..:' ,'AB. .C:D .: 3*''.'',: ." ..Page 24 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 2 OF 4)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL AND GROWTHDATA TABLE FOR GROWTH OF MYSID SHRIMP (Continued).Repliate .M. ders1.7%..-,G-MeanDyWih' -:.: -.- ... "__?"-__ ___.__Acceptable Range 11-37* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/mean1. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment)- as appropriate:Is the mean survival at 7 days significantly less (p1=0.05) than the control survival for the % effluentcorresponding to lethality?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): -YES NO2. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean dry weight (growth) at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control's dry weight(growth) for the % effluent corresponding to non-lethal effects?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): YES NO3. Enter percent effluent corresponding to each NOEC/LOEC below:a.) NOEC survival = % effluentb.) LOEC survival = % effluentc.) NOEC growth = % effluentd.) LOEC growth = % effluentPage 25 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO1908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 3 OF 4)INLAND SILVERSIDE LARVAL SURVIVAL AND GROWTH TESTDate Time Date TimeDates and Times No. I FROM: TO:CompositesCollected No. 2 FROM: TO:No. 3 FROM: TO:Test initiated: anm/pm dateDilution water used: _ Receiving water __ Synthetic Dilution water* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/meanPage 26 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 4 OF 4)INLAND SILVERSIDE LARVAL SURVIVAL AND GROWTH TESTINLAND SILVERSIDE GROWTHAv~tge ry-Wigh inMean--Percent Anwogam nr ict hmers _____I)~Effluent 1 D- B () CV% ._5%/'13A'Al Acceptable Range 11 -28*coefficient of variation =standard deviation x 100/meanWeights are for: preserved larvae, or unpreserved larvae1. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean survival at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control survival for the % effluentcorresponding to lethality?CRITICAL DIDLUTION (13%): YES NO2. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean dry weight (growth) at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control's dry weight(growth) for the % effluent corresponding to non-lethal effects?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): _ _YES _ _NO3. Enter percent effluent corresponding to each NOEC/LOEC below:a.) NOEC survival = _ ___% effluentb.) LOEC survival = _ ___% effluentc.) NOEC growth = _ ___% effluentd.) LOEC growth = % effluentPage 27 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ000190800024-HOUR ACUTE BIOMONITOR]NG REOUIREMENTS: MARINEThe provisions of this Section apply individually and separately to Outfall 001 for whole effluent toxicity testing(biomonitoring). No samples or portions of samples from one outfall may be composited with samples or portionsof samples from another outfall.I Scope, Frequency and Methodologya. The permittee shall test the effluent for lethality in accordance with the provisions in this Section.Such testing will determine compliance with the Surface Water Quality Standard, 30 TAC§307.6(e)(2)(B), of greater than 50% survival of the appropriate test organisms in 100% effluent fora 24-hour period.b. The toxicity tests specified shall be conducted once per six months. The permittee shall conduct thefollowing toxicity tests utilizing the test organisms, procedures, and quality assurance requirementsspecified in this section of the permit and in accordan e-with"Methods-for-Measuring--the-Acute-..... Effl-rits and Receiving to Freshwater and Marine Organisms, Fifth Edition"(EPA-82 1 -R-02-012), or the most recent update thereof:1) Acute 24-hour static toxicity test using the mysid shrimp (Mysidopsis bahia). A minimum offive replicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in eachdilution.2) Acute 24-hour static toxicity test using the inland silverside (Menidia beryllina). A minimumof five replicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in eachdilution.The permittee must perform and report a valid test for each test species during the prescribed reportingperiod. An invalid test must be repeated during the same reporting period. An invalid test is hereindefined as any test failing to satisfy the test acceptability criteria, procedures, and quality assurancerequirements specified in the test methods and permit. All test results, valid or invalid, must besubmitted as described below.c. In addition to an appropriate control, a 100% effluent concentration shall be used in the toxicity tests.Except as discussed in item 2.b., the control and/or dilution water shall consist of a standard, synthetic,moderately hard, reconstituted water.d. This permit may be amended to require a Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) limit, a Best ManagementPractice (BMP), a Chemical-Specific (CS) limit, additional toxicity testing, and/or other appropriateactions to address toxicity. The permittee may be required to conduct additional biomonitoring testsand/or a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) if biomonitoring data indicate multiple numbers ofunconfirmed toxicity events.e. If the biomonitoring dilution series specified in the Chronic biomonitoring requirements includes a100% effluent concentration, those results may fulfill the requirements of this Section. The results ofany test with a 100% effluent concentration performed in the proper time interval may be substitutedin lieu of performing a separate 24-hour acute test. Compliance will be evaluated as specified in itema. The greater than 50% survival in 100% effluent for a 24-hour period standard applies to all testsutilizing a 100% effluent dilution, regardless of whether the results are submitted to comply with theminimum testing frequency defined in item b.2. Required Toxicity Testing Conditionsa. Test Acceptance -The permittee shall repeat any toxicity test, including the control, if the control failsto meet a mean survival equal to or greater than 90%.b. Dilution Water -In accordance with item I .c., the control and/or dilution water shall normally consistof a standard, synthetic, reconstituted seawater. If the permittee is utilizing the results of a 48-HourAcute test or a Chronic test to satisfy the requirements in item L .e., the pernuttee may use the receivingPage 28 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000water or dilution water that meets the requirements of item 2.a. as the control and dilution water.c. Samples and Composites1) The permittee shall collect one flow-weighted 24-hour composite sample from Outfall 001. X24-hour composite sample consists of a minimum of 12 effluent portions collected at equal timeintervals representative of a 24-hour operating day and combined proportional to flow, or asample continuously collected proportional to flow over a 24-hour operating day.2) The permittee shall collect the 24-hour composite samples such that the samples arerepresentative of any periodic episode of chlorination, biocide usage, or other potentially toxicsubstance discharged on an intermittent basis.3) The permittee shall initiate the toxicity tests within 36 hours after collection of the last portionof the 24-hour composite sample. Samples shall be maintained at a temperature of 0-6 degreesCentigrade during collection, shipping, and storage.4) If the Outfall ceases discharging during the collection of the effluent composite sample, therequirements for the minimum number of effluent portions are waived. However, the permitteemust have collected a composite sample volume sufficient for completion of the required test.The abbreviated sample collection, duration, and methodology must be documented in the fullreport required in Part 3 of this Section.3. ReportingAll reports, tables, plans, summaries, and related correspondence required in any Part of this Section shallbe submitted to the attention of the Water Quality Standards Team (MC 150) of the Water Quality Division.All DMRs, including DMRs with biomonitoring data, should be sent to the Water Quality ComplianceMonitoring Team of the Enforcement Division (MC 224).a. The permittee shall prepare a full report of the results of all tests conducted pursuant to this permit inaccordance with the Report Preparation Section of "Methods for Measuring the Acute Toxicity ofEffluents and Receiving Waters to Freshwater and Marine Organisms, Fifth Edition" (EPA-821 -R-02-012), or the most recent update thereof, for every valid and invalid toxicity test initiated. All fullreports shall be retained for three years at the plant site and shall be available for inspection by TCEQpersonnel.b. A full report must be submitted with the first valid biomonitoring test results for each test species andwith the first test results any time the permittee subsequently employs a different test laboratory. Fullreports need not be submitted for subsequent testing unless specifically requested. The permittee shallroutinely report the results of each biomonitoring test on the Table 2 forms provided with this permit.All Table 2 reports must include the information specified in the Table 2 form attached to this permit.1) Semiannual biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th and July 20th forbiomonitoring conducted during the previous 6 month period.2) Quarterly biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th, April 20th, July 20th,and October 20th, for biomonitoring conducted during the previous calendar quarter.c. Enter the following codes on the DMR for the appropriate parameters for valid tests only:1) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TIE3E, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "1."2) For the inland silverside, Parameter TIE6B, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours isgreater than 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to50%, enter a "1."Page 29 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQO0O 1908000d. Enter the following codes on the DMR for retests only:1) For retest number 1, Parameter 22415, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "2) For retest number 2, Parameter 22416, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "4. Persistent MortalityThe requirements of this Part apply when a toxicity test demonstrates significant lethality, here defined asa mean mortality of 50% or greater to organisms exposed to the 100% effluent concentration after 24-hours.a. The permittee shall c -nduct~tw--oadditional-tests(retests)-for-each-species-thatdemonstrates-signifi-catlethality. The two retests shall be conducted once per week for two weeks. Five effluent dilutionconcentrations in addition to an appropriate control shall be used in the retests. These additionaleffluent concentrations shall be 6%, 13%, 25%, 50% and 100% effluent. The first retest shall beconducted within 15 days of the laboratory determination of significant lethality. Ail test results shallbe submitted within 20 days of test completion of the second retest. Test completion is defined as the24th hour. The retests shall also be reported on the DMRs as specified in Part 3.d.b. Ifone or both of the two retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall initiate the TRE requirements as specified in Part 5 of this Section.5. Toxicity Reduction Evaluationa. Within 45 days of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall submit a GeneralOutline for initiating a TRE. The outline shall include, but not be limited to, a description of projectpersonnel, a schedule for obtaining consultants (if needed), a discussion of influent and/or effluent dataavailable for review, a sampling and analytical schedule, and a proposed TRE initiation date.b. Within 90 days of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall submit a TREAction Plan and Schedule for conducting a TRE. The plan shall specify the approach andmethodology to be used in performing the TRE. A Toxicity Reduction Evaluation is a step-wiseinvestigation combining toxicity testing with physical and chemical analysis to determine actionsnecessary to eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity to a level not effecting significant lethality at thecritical dilution. The TRE Action Plan shall lead to the successful elimination of significant lethalityfor both test species defined in item 1 .b. As a minimum, the TRE Action Plan shall include thefollowing:1) Specific Activities -The TRE Action Plan shall specify the approach the permittee intends toutilize in conducting the TRE, including toxicity characterizations, identifications,confirmations, source evaluations, treatability studies, and/or alternative approaches. Whenconducting characterization analyses, the permittee shall perform multiple characterizations andfollow the procedures specified in the document entitled, "Methods for Aquatic ToxicityIdentification Evaluations: Phase I Toxicity Characterization Procedures" (EPA/600/6-91/003),or alternate procedures. The permittee shall perform multiple identifications and follow themethods specified in the documents entitled, "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity IdentificationEvaluations, Phase II Toxicity Identification Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute andChronic Toxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/080) and "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity IdentificationEvaluations, Phase mI Toxicity Confirmation Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute andChronic Toxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/081). All characterization, identification, and confirmationtests shall be conducted in an orderly and logical progression;2) Sampling Plan -The TRE Action Plan should describe sampling locations, methods, holdingtimes, chain of custody, and preservation techniques. The effluent sample volume collected forall tests shall be adequate to perform the toxicity characterization/ identification/ confirmationPage 30 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000procedures, and chemical-specific analyses when the toxicity. tests show significant lethality.Where the permittee has identified or suspects specific pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluenttoxicity, the permittee shall conduct, concurrent with toxicity testing, chemical-specificanalyses for the identified and/or suspected pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluent toxicity;3) Quality Assurance Plan -The TRE Action Plan should address record keeping and dataevaluation, calibration and standardization, baseline tests, system blanks, controls, duplicates,spikes, toxicity persistence in the samples, randomization, reference toxicant control charts, aswell as mechanisms to detect artifactual toxicity; and4) Project Organization -The TRE Action Plan should describe the project staff, project manager,consulting engineering services (where applicable), consulting analytical and toxicologicalservices, etc.c. Within 30 days of submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule, the permittee shall implement theTRE with due diligence.d. The permittee shall submit quarterly TRE Activities Reports concerning the progress of the TRE. Thequarterly TRE Activities Reports are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th, and January20th. The report shall detail information regarding the TRE activities including:1) results and interpretation of any chemical-specific analyses for the identified and/or suspectedpollutant(s) performed during the quarter;2) results and interpretation of any characterization, identification, and confirmation testsperformed during the quarter;3) any data and/or substantiating documentation which identifies the pollutant(s) and/or source(s)of effluent toxicity;4) results of any studies/evaluations concerning the treatability of the facility's effluent toxicity;5) any data which identifies effluent toxicity control mechanisms that will reduce effluent toxicityto the level necessary to eliminate significant lethality; and6) any changes to the initial TRE Plan and Schedule that are believed necessary as a result of theTRE findings.Copies of the TRE Activities Report shall also be submitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.e. During the TRE, the permittee shall perform, at a minimum, quarterly testing using the more sensitivespecies; testing for the less sensitive species shall continue at the frequency specified in Part I .b.f. If the effluent ceases to effect significant lethality (herein as defined below) the permittee may endthe TRE. A "cessation of lethality" is defined as no significant lethality for a period of 12 consecutiveweeks with at least weekly testing. At the end of the 12 weeks, the permittee shall submit a statementof intent to cease the TRE and may then resume the testing frequency specified in Part I.b. Thepermittee may only apply the "cessation of lethality" provision once.This provision accommodate situations where operational errors and upsets, spills, or sampling errorstriggered the TRE, in contrast to a situation where a single toxicant or group of toxicants causelethality. This provision does not apply as a result of corrective actions taken by the permittee."Corrective actions" are herein defined as proactive efforts which eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity.These include, but are not limited to, source reduction or elimination, improved housekeeping, changesin chemical usage, and modifications of influent streams and/or effluent treatment.The permittee may only apply this cessation of lethality provision once. If the effluent againdemonstrates significant lethality to the same species, the permit will be amended to add a WET limitwith a compliance period, if appropriate. However, prior to the effective date of the WET limit, thePage 31 I-STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000pennittee may apply for a permit amendment removing and replacing the WET limit with an alternatetoxicity control measure by identifying and confirming the toxicant and/or an appropriate controlmeasure.g. The pennittee shall complete the TRE and submit a Final Report on the TRE Activities no later than18 months from the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality. The permitteemay petition the Executive Director (in writing) for an extension of the 18-month limit. However, towarrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated due diligence in their pursuit of theTIE/FRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their control stalled the TIE/TRE. The reportshall specify the control mechanism(s) that will, when implemented, reduce effluent toxicity asspecified in item 5.g. The report will also specify a corrective action schedule for implementing theselected control mechanism(s). A copy of the TRE Final Report shall also be submitted to the U.S.EPA Region 6 office.h. Within 3 years of the last day of the test confirming toxicity, the permittee shall comply with 30 TAC307.6.(e)(2)(B), which requires greater than 50% survival of the test organism.in-100%_effluent-at-the---. end-of-24h-ours-The -permittee -may-p-iyfiiiithe Executive Director(in writing) for an extension ofthe 3-year limit. However, to warrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated duediligence in their pursuit of the TIE/TRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their controlstalled the TIE/TRE.The requirement to comply with 30 TAC 307.6.(e)(2)(B) may be exempted upon proof that toxicityis caused by an excess, imbalance, or deficiency of dissolved salts. This exemption excludes instanceswhere individually toxic components (e.g. metals) form a salt compound. Following the exemption,the permit may be amended to include an ion-adjustment protocol, hlternate species testing, or singlespecies testing.Based upon the results of the TRE and proposed. corrective actions, this permit may be amended tomodify the biomonitoring requirements where necessary, to require. a compliance schedule forimplementation of corrective actions, to specify a WET limit, to specify a BMP, and/or to specify aCS limit.Page 32 A !, -STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE 2 (SHEET 1 OF 2)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVALGENERAL INFORMATIONPERCENT SURVIVALI.Enter percent effluent corresponding to the LC50 below:24 hour LC50 = % effluent95% confidence limits:Method of LC50 calculation:Page 33 | ||
~. ASTP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ000 1908000TABLE 2 (SHEET 2 OF 2)INLAND SILVERSIDE SURVIVALGENERAL INFORMATIONIIt Kimiie- an13pi a e~~n- .... .... ..*te u ....... "C. ....... ..II IPERCENT SURVIVALTime Rep Percent effuent(A) .0V/...... .6% 13% 25% 50% 100%A "___ _" __ "_ _-_ _._"_ _ .._ _ _ VMEAN _ _ _ _ _ ___ _1.Enter percent effluent corresponding to the LC50 below:24-hour LC50 = % effluent95% confidence limits:Method of LC50 calculation:Page 34 WR-4. TPDES permit renewal application (June 2009 and May 24, 2007, letters) | ~. ASTP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ000 1908000TABLE 2 (SHEET 2 OF 2)INLAND SILVERSIDE SURVIVALGENERAL INFORMATIONIIt Kimiie- an13pi a e~~n- .... .... ..*te u ....... "C. ....... ..II IPERCENT SURVIVALTime Rep Percent effuent(A) .0V/...... .6% 13% 25% 50% 100%A "___ _" __ "_ _-_ _._"_ _ .._ _ _ VMEAN _ _ _ _ _ ___ _1.Enter percent effluent corresponding to the LC50 below:24-hour LC50 = % effluent95% confidence limits:Method of LC50 calculation:Page 34 WR-4. TPDES permit renewal application (June 2009 and May 24, 2007, letters) | ||
Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Te$,s Pmfrd Electric GcncratinS Slatlon P.O Ba' 28-' W&ds5ýrth, Tn;7s 77483,May 24, 2007NOC-TX-07016176PFN: W02STI No. 32165797Mr. Kelly HolliganTeam Leader, Industrial Wastewater PermitsTexas Commission on Enviromnental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II RulesSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Permit No. | Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Te$,s Pmfrd Electric GcncratinS Slatlon P.O Ba' 28-' W&ds5ýrth, Tn;7s 77483,May 24, 2007NOC-TX-07016176PFN: W02STI No. 32165797Mr. Kelly HolliganTeam Leader, Industrial Wastewater PermitsTexas Commission on Enviromnental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II RulesSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Permit No. 01908 | ||
==Dear Mr. Holligan:== | |||
Thank you for meeting with my staff on May 15, 2007 to discuss the South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station (STPEGS) cooling reservoir and other wastewater discharge permitissues. Based on our discussion, STP Nuclear Operating Company (STPNOC) is submitting thefollowing information regarding the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) and the applicability of theregulations for cooling water intake structures. We are confident that the South Texas ProjectStation (STP) complies with the regulation by employing a closed-cycle recirculating coolingsystem as defined in 40 CFR § 125.93. Pursuant to 40 CFR §125.94(a)(1)(i), cooling water flowfor this facility is commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating cooling system, asdemonstrated below. Additional technical information is included in letters dated March 7, 2005and August 18, 2005 previously submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ).STP is located on 12,220-acres in Matagorda County, approximately 15 miles southwest of BayCity along the west bank of the Colorado River. The facility consists of two electric-generatingunits, which share a closed-cycle recirculating cooling reservoir. Water from the MCR is passedthrough the cooling loops of both units then returned to the MCR for heat dissipation beforecycling back through the cooling systems.The MCR is a perched, off-channel, on-site industrial cooling impoundment of approximately7,000 acres, impounding over 202,600 acre-feet of cooling water at its maximum operating level.Dikes are installed in the MCR that channel the water flow to maximize circulation time for heatdissipation before the water is recirculated back to the generating units. Blowdown from theMCR to the Colorado River has not occurred since March 1997. Should blowdown be requiredit would occur through an underground pipe that discharges back into the Colorado River. Thispoint is designated as Outfall 001 in the TPDES Permit No. 01908. The MCR is also equippedwith a gated spillway for emergency use. The MCR is not a "water of the U.S." as defined at 40CFR § 122.2. The MCR is not considered a "water of the State" based on internal and externaloutfall designations in the permit. The MCR is on private property and exists solely for Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 2industrial cooling. It is not a publicly managed water body and has no recreational uses. Thegeneral public has never had access to the NMICR nor is any planned in the foreseeable future.The only sources of new water to the MCR are direct rainfall and make-up water divertedperiodically from the Colorado River, primarily at high river flows. Water from the ColoradoRiver is pumped approximately I mile via a 108 inch pipe to the MCR. To protect inflows duringlow river flow conditions, the water right for STP includes a special provision to limit diversionfrom the Colorado River to 55% of the flow over 300 cubic feet per second, to protect inflowsduring low river flow conditions. Currently, the intake consists of irash racks, rotating screenswith 3/8 inch mesh and 4 pumps. In addition, the reservoir makeup pumping facility has thefollowing design:" The traveling water screens are flush with the river shoreline;* The maximum approach velocity to the traveling water screens is 0.5 feet per second;" Fish passageways were constructed in the wing walls between the traveling screens tofacilitate fish migration parallel to the screen surfaces; and* A sluice and discharge line was installed for the purpose of returning all impingedorganisms directly to the river, downstream of the intake structure, immediately afterbeing backwashed from the screens.The pumps are operated intermittently based on reservoir level, river flow, and the operability ofthe makeup pumping facility. A cooling reservoir evaporates less water per unit of heatdissipated than a cooling tower, thus dissolved solids build up more slowly over time. This iscomplemented by the designed seepage from the MCR, which maintains the structural integrityof the reservoir embankment. Rainfall further dilutes the dissolved solids in the MCR. Thesefactors minimize the blowdown and make-up required to maintain MCR water quality. As aresult, intake water flow for cooling purposes at STP reflects best technology available (closed-cycle recirculating systems) for minimizing adverse environmental impact.As was discussed in the May 15, 2007 meeting, several provisions of the Phase 11 rule are in theprocess of being suspended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the RegionalAdministrators have been authorized to review the applicability of the rule on a case by casebasis using Best Professional Judgment. Based on that authorization and the informationprovided, STPNOC is requesting that TCEQ designate the MCR as a closed-cycle recirculatingsystem. We are also requesting concurrence that the MCR does not meet the definition of a"water of the State". If you have any questions or require additional information, please contactMs. S. L. Dannhardt at (361) 972-8328.Sincerely,R. A. GangluffManager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health Physics Mr. Kelly FlolliganMay 24, 2007Page 3cc: Mr. Earl LottSpecial Assistant, Office of Permitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Ms. Susan JablonskiSpecial Assistant/Radioactive Waste SpecialistOffice of Pennitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087.Austin, TX 78711-3087 Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 4bcc: Correspondence, N2002 Nuclear Operating CompanySouth k12S /'rqt Ek/bic Gen,'atig o S .O Bar 28.9 Ts 77483 -A, AJune 2, 2009NOC-AE-09002433STI: 32479342U. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionAttention: Document Control DeskOne White Flint North11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852South Texas ProjectUnits 1 and 2Docket Nos. STN 50-498 and STN 50-499TPDES Permit Renewal Application 01908Please find attached a copy of the Renewal Application for the South TexasProject TPDES Permit No. 01908.Appendix B of the South Texas Project Operating License requires the NRC beprovided a copy of the application for renewal of the TPDES Permit at the sametime the application is submitted to the permitting agency.There are no commitments in this letter.If you should have any questions on this matter, please contact me at (361) 972-8328.S. L. DannhardtManager, EnvironmentalMK | |||
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NOC-AE-09002433Page 2cc:(paper copy)(electronic copy)Regional Administrator, Region IVU. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission612 East Lamar Blvd, Suite 400Arlington, Texas 76011-4125Mohan C. ThadaniSenior Project ManagerU.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionOne White Flint North (MS 7 DI)11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852Senior Resident InspectorU. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionP. 0. Box 289, Mail Code: MN1 16Wadsworth, TX 77483U. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionAttention: Document Control DeskOne White Flint North11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852C. M. CanadyCity of AustinElectric Utility Department721 Barton Springs RoadAustin, TX 78704A. H. Gutterman, EsquireMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLPMohan C. ThadaniU. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionKevin HowellCatherine CallawayJim von SuskilNRG South Texas LPEd AlarconJ. J. NesrstaR. K. TempleKevin PolioCity Public ServiceJon C. WoodCox Smith MatthewsC. MeleCity of AustinRichard A. RatliffTexas Department of State HealthServicesAlice RogersTexas Department of State HealthServices STP Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.TPDES Application 2009Permit 01908) | NOC-AE-09002433Page 2cc:(paper copy)(electronic copy)Regional Administrator, Region IVU. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission612 East Lamar Blvd, Suite 400Arlington, Texas 76011-4125Mohan C. ThadaniSenior Project ManagerU.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionOne White Flint North (MS 7 DI)11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852Senior Resident InspectorU. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionP. 0. Box 289, Mail Code: MN1 16Wadsworth, TX 77483U. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionAttention: Document Control DeskOne White Flint North11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852C. M. CanadyCity of AustinElectric Utility Department721 Barton Springs RoadAustin, TX 78704A. H. Gutterman, EsquireMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLPMohan C. ThadaniU. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionKevin HowellCatherine CallawayJim von SuskilNRG South Texas LPEd AlarconJ. J. NesrstaR. K. TempleKevin PolioCity Public ServiceJon C. WoodCox Smith MatthewsC. MeleCity of AustinRichard A. RatliffTexas Department of State HealthServicesAlice RogersTexas Department of State HealthServices STP Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.TPDES Application 2009Permit 01908) | ||
Administrative Reporta STP Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Application 2009Permit 01908Application ContentsCopy of application fee checkAdministrative Report 1.0SPIFSPIF MapsBlessing SEPalacios NESouth Texas Project (aerial photo)Technical Report 1.0Worksheet 1.0Overall Flow DiagramFlow Diagram -Outfall 001Flow Diagram -Outfall 101Flow Diagram -Outfall 201Flow Diagram -Outfall 501Flow Diagram -Outfall 401Flow Diagram -Outfall 601Worksheet 2.0Laboratories Providing AnalysesWorksheet 4.0Worksheet 5.0Worksheet 11.0Correspondence letters (2) related to closed-cycle systemWater Well ReportTreatment Chemicals and MSDSsSite DrawingsSouth Texas Project (aerial photo)Plot PlanIntegrated Spill Contingency Plan Site MapUSGS MapsBlessing SEPalacios NEWadsworthMatagorda 110916BO7' i:03LLO0267O : 6301L46434? 509o,0 TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYINDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER PERMIT APPLICATIONSUBMISSION CHECKLIST -SUBMIT THIS WITH THE APPLICATIONDO NOT SUBMIT THE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLICATIONINDICATE IF THE FOLLOWING ARE INCLUDED IN THE APPLICATION. ADDITIONAL BLANKSPACES PROVIDED FOR REFERENCING APPLICANT'S ATTACHMENTS TO THEAPPLICATION.WORKSHEET Y N WORKSHEET Y NADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.0 V -WORKSHEET 7.0ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.1 1 WORKSHEET 8.0 ,SPIF 1 WORKSHEET 9.0 1TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0 / WORKSHEET 10.0 1WORKSHEET 1.0 / ORIGINAL USGS MAP 1WORKSHEET 2.0 / AFFECTED LANDOWNER MAP /WORKSHEET 3.0 1 LANDOWNER DISK OR LABELSWORKSHEET 3.1 COPY OF APPLICATION FEECHECKWORKSHEET 3.2 1 ALL FEES OWED TCEQ ARE PAID /WORKSHEET 3.3 ,* FLOW DIAGRAM /WORKSHEET 4.0 1 SITE DRAWINGWORKSHEET 4.1 1 ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHS 'tWORKSHEET 5.0 / SOLIDS MANAGEMENT PLAN "WORKSHEET 6.0 / WATER BALANCE /Note: Worksheet 11.0 Cooling Water Intake Structures is also included.Please indicate by a check mark the amount submitted for the application fee:Major MinorEPA Classification New Amend. Renewal Amend./Mod.Minor facility not subject to categoricalstandards promulgated by the EPA (40 CFR $350 $350 $315 $150Part 400-47 1)Minor facility subject to categorical standardspromulgated by the EPA (40 CFR Part 400- -$1,250 $1,250 $1,215 _ $150471) 1 1Major facility N/A* $2,050 I $2,015 $450* All facilities are designated as minors until formerly classified as a major by EPA.A COPY OF THE CHECK MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF THE APPLICATIONFor Commission Use Only:Segment Number CountyExpiration Date RegionProposed/Current Permit NumberPage 1 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.0- INDUSTRIALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS, RENEWAL. NEW ANDAMENDMENT. The instructions MUST BE FOLLOWED while completing the application. Failure todo so will result in significant delays in the processing of the application.Type of application: (check all that apply)New TPDES New TLAPMajor amendment to existing permit Minor modification to permit* Renewal of existing permit I Minor amendment to permitStorm water only dischargesIf applying for an amendment/modification to a permit, briefly describe the reason for the proposed amendment.1) Remove Item 14 from the Other Requirements of the permit because it refers to regulations for cooling waterintake structures that do not apply to the closed-cycle recirculating system at the facility.2) Remove Item 15 from the Other Requirements of the permit because wastewater characterization data areprovided with this application.3) Add storm water to Outfalls 101,401, 501, and 601.4) Add uncontaminated groundwater to Outfall 001.5) Allow DPD method for total residual chlorine In Item 5 in the Other Requirements of the permit.I. APPLICANT INFORMATION (instructions, Page 14)a. Facility owner*: STP Nuclear Operating Company* Owene of the facility n'ust apply for tdie panitCharter Number (issued by the Texas Secretary of State): 1459553-01Mailing address for use on the permit and permit correspondence:Street No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: 289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP Code: 77483Telephone Number: (361)972-8328Tax Identification Number issued by the State Comptroller: 1-76-0517597-9Check one: I The TCEQ has issued this Customer Reference Number to the owner. CN: 601658669The owner has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form (TCEQ-10400) listing the owner as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached to thisapplication.b. Co-Permittee information (complete only if the operator must be a co-permittee)Facility operator, n/aCharter Number (issued by the Texas Secretary of State):Mailing address for use on the permit and permit correspondence:Street No. .Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP Code:Telephone Number: Date of Birth:Tax Identification Number issued by the State Comptroller:Check one: __ The TCEQ has issued this Customer Reference Number to the owner. CN:The owner has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form (TCEQ-10400) listing the owner as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached to this* application.Administrative Report, TCEO-10411 (Revised 312009) Page 2 Provide a brief description as to the need for a co-permittee.n/ac. Individual information (complete only if the facility owner or co-permittee is an individual)Name: rkla Check one: -Male __ FemaleState Identification Number:Date of Birth:Assumed business or professional name:_Home Address:Street No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP Code:Telephone Number_Business name:Check one: The TCEO has issued this Customer Reference Number to this person. CN:This person has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form(TCEQ-10400) listing this person as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached tothis application.2. CONTACT INFORMATION (Instructions, Pages 15)Name: S.L. Dannhardt Company: STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTelephone number: (361) 972-8328 Fax number: (361) 972-7760 E-Mail: sldannhardt@STPEGS.COMStreet No. Street name: Street type:P.O. Box:289 City:Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code:77483Check one or more: _/ Administrative contact / Technical contactName: n/a Company:Telephone number: Fax number: E-Mail:Street No. Street name: __Street type:P.O. Box: City. State: ZIP code:Check one or more: _ Administrative contact Technical contact3. NOTICE INFORMATION (Instructions, Page 15)a. Individual publishing the noticesName: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No: Street name: Street type:P.O. Box: 289 City:Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 774830Industrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-1 0411 (Revised 3/2009)Page 3 | Administrative Reporta STP Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Application 2009Permit 01908Application ContentsCopy of application fee checkAdministrative Report 1.0SPIFSPIF MapsBlessing SEPalacios NESouth Texas Project (aerial photo)Technical Report 1.0Worksheet 1.0Overall Flow DiagramFlow Diagram -Outfall 001Flow Diagram -Outfall 101Flow Diagram -Outfall 201Flow Diagram -Outfall 501Flow Diagram -Outfall 401Flow Diagram -Outfall 601Worksheet 2.0Laboratories Providing AnalysesWorksheet 4.0Worksheet 5.0Worksheet 11.0Correspondence letters (2) related to closed-cycle systemWater Well ReportTreatment Chemicals and MSDSsSite DrawingsSouth Texas Project (aerial photo)Plot PlanIntegrated Spill Contingency Plan Site MapUSGS MapsBlessing SEPalacios NEWadsworthMatagorda 110916BO7' i:03LLO0267O : 6301L46434? 509o,0 TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYINDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER PERMIT APPLICATIONSUBMISSION CHECKLIST -SUBMIT THIS WITH THE APPLICATIONDO NOT SUBMIT THE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLICATIONINDICATE IF THE FOLLOWING ARE INCLUDED IN THE APPLICATION. ADDITIONAL BLANKSPACES PROVIDED FOR REFERENCING APPLICANT'S ATTACHMENTS TO THEAPPLICATION.WORKSHEET Y N WORKSHEET Y NADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.0 V -WORKSHEET 7.0ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.1 1 WORKSHEET 8.0 ,SPIF 1 WORKSHEET 9.0 1TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0 / WORKSHEET 10.0 1WORKSHEET 1.0 / ORIGINAL USGS MAP 1WORKSHEET 2.0 / AFFECTED LANDOWNER MAP /WORKSHEET 3.0 1 LANDOWNER DISK OR LABELSWORKSHEET 3.1 COPY OF APPLICATION FEECHECKWORKSHEET 3.2 1 ALL FEES OWED TCEQ ARE PAID /WORKSHEET 3.3 ,* FLOW DIAGRAM /WORKSHEET 4.0 1 SITE DRAWINGWORKSHEET 4.1 1 ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHS 'tWORKSHEET 5.0 / SOLIDS MANAGEMENT PLAN "WORKSHEET 6.0 / WATER BALANCE /Note: Worksheet 11.0 Cooling Water Intake Structures is also included.Please indicate by a check mark the amount submitted for the application fee:Major MinorEPA Classification New Amend. Renewal Amend./Mod.Minor facility not subject to categoricalstandards promulgated by the EPA (40 CFR $350 $350 $315 $150Part 400-47 1)Minor facility subject to categorical standardspromulgated by the EPA (40 CFR Part 400- -$1,250 $1,250 $1,215 _ $150471) 1 1Major facility N/A* $2,050 I $2,015 $450* All facilities are designated as minors until formerly classified as a major by EPA.A COPY OF THE CHECK MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF THE APPLICATIONFor Commission Use Only:Segment Number CountyExpiration Date RegionProposed/Current Permit NumberPage 1 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.0- INDUSTRIALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS, RENEWAL. NEW ANDAMENDMENT. The instructions MUST BE FOLLOWED while completing the application. Failure todo so will result in significant delays in the processing of the application.Type of application: (check all that apply)New TPDES New TLAPMajor amendment to existing permit Minor modification to permit* Renewal of existing permit I Minor amendment to permitStorm water only dischargesIf applying for an amendment/modification to a permit, briefly describe the reason for the proposed amendment.1) Remove Item 14 from the Other Requirements of the permit because it refers to regulations for cooling waterintake structures that do not apply to the closed-cycle recirculating system at the facility.2) Remove Item 15 from the Other Requirements of the permit because wastewater characterization data areprovided with this application.3) Add storm water to Outfalls 101,401, 501, and 601.4) Add uncontaminated groundwater to Outfall 001.5) Allow DPD method for total residual chlorine In Item 5 in the Other Requirements of the permit.I. APPLICANT INFORMATION (instructions, Page 14)a. Facility owner*: STP Nuclear Operating Company* Owene of the facility n'ust apply for tdie panitCharter Number (issued by the Texas Secretary of State): 1459553-01Mailing address for use on the permit and permit correspondence:Street No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: 289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP Code: 77483Telephone Number: (361)972-8328Tax Identification Number issued by the State Comptroller: 1-76-0517597-9Check one: I The TCEQ has issued this Customer Reference Number to the owner. CN: 601658669The owner has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form (TCEQ-10400) listing the owner as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached to thisapplication.b. Co-Permittee information (complete only if the operator must be a co-permittee)Facility operator, n/aCharter Number (issued by the Texas Secretary of State):Mailing address for use on the permit and permit correspondence:Street No. .Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP Code:Telephone Number: Date of Birth:Tax Identification Number issued by the State Comptroller:Check one: __ The TCEQ has issued this Customer Reference Number to the owner. CN:The owner has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form (TCEQ-10400) listing the owner as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached to this* application.Administrative Report, TCEO-10411 (Revised 312009) Page 2 Provide a brief description as to the need for a co-permittee.n/ac. Individual information (complete only if the facility owner or co-permittee is an individual)Name: rkla Check one: -Male __ FemaleState Identification Number:Date of Birth:Assumed business or professional name:_Home Address:Street No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP Code:Telephone Number_Business name:Check one: The TCEO has issued this Customer Reference Number to this person. CN:This person has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form(TCEQ-10400) listing this person as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached tothis application.2. CONTACT INFORMATION (Instructions, Pages 15)Name: S.L. Dannhardt Company: STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTelephone number: (361) 972-8328 Fax number: (361) 972-7760 E-Mail: sldannhardt@STPEGS.COMStreet No. Street name: Street type:P.O. Box:289 City:Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code:77483Check one or more: _/ Administrative contact / Technical contactName: n/a Company:Telephone number: Fax number: E-Mail:Street No. Street name: __Street type:P.O. Box: City. State: ZIP code:Check one or more: _ Administrative contact Technical contact3. NOTICE INFORMATION (Instructions, Page 15)a. Individual publishing the noticesName: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No: Street name: Street type:P.O. Box: 289 City:Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 774830Industrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-1 0411 (Revised 3/2009)Page 3 | ||
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: 7. SIGNATURE PACE (Instructions, Page 20)Chemistry, Environmental and Health1, R. A. Gangluff Physics ManagerTyped or printed name Titlecertify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction orsupervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gathered andevaluated the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, orthose persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of myknowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware there are significant penalties for submittingfalse information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for known violations.I futther certify that I am authorized under 30 Texas Administrative Code § 305.44 to sign this document andcan provide documentation in proof of such authorization upon request.Signature:_ Date:__5___/0____5P_Subscribed and Sworn to before me by the said R.A" ' , ('- on thisa. " day of t-ufct. 200$day o ,.ithe ,20ýZ [4SEAL]Notary Public4a. rn ..... 4,\ LIS J. MILLS--l Notary Publc, State of Taxu"County, Texas M1 \" .H eMy b aen,1.P-" JULY 27, 2011NOTE: If co-permittees are necessary, both entities must submit separate Signature Pages.Industrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 3/12M0)Page 9 TCEQ USE ONLY:Application type: Renewal __Major Amendment Minor Amendment NewCounty: -Admin Complete Date:Agency Receiving SP1F: Texas Historical Commission U.S. Fish and WildlifeTexas Parks and Wildlife Army Corps of Engineers8. SUPPLEMENTAL PERMIT INFORMATION FORM (SPIF) (Instructions, Page 20)This form applies to TPDES permit applications only. The SPIF must be completed as a separate document.The TCEQ will mail a copy of the SPIF to each agency as required by the TCEQ agreement with EPA. If any ofthe items are not completely addressed and/or further information is needed, you will be contacted to provide theinformation before the permit is issued. Each item must be completely addressed. DO NOT REFER TO ARESPONSE OF ANY ITEM IN THE PERMIT APPLICATION FORM. Each attachment must be provided withthis form, separately from the administrative report of the application. The application will not be declaredadministratively complete without this form being completed in its entirety including all attachmentsThe following applies to all applications:1. Permittee: STP Nuclear Operating Company2. Permit No. 01908 (NPDES Permit No./EPA ID No.) TX00649473- Address of the project (location description that includes street/highway, city/vicinity, county:Located on Farm-to-Market Road 521, approximately 10 miles north of Matagorda Bay and 12 milessouth-southwest of the City of Bay City, Matagorda County, Texas.4. Provide the name, address, telephone and fax number of an individual that can be contacted to answer specificquestions about the property:Name: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Compny Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No.: Street name: P.O. 289 Street type:City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483-02895. List the county in which the facility is located: Matagorda6. If the property is publicly owned and the owner is different that the permittee/applicant, please identify theowner of the property: STP Nuclear Operating Company*7. Identify the name of the water body (receiving waters) or TCEQ segment number that will receive the discharge:Colorado River Tidal in Segment No. 1401 of the Colorado River BasinIndustrial Administrative Reporlt TCEQ-10411 (Revised 312009) Page 10As Agent for the South Texas Project Owners, which are NRG Energy, Inc., Austin Energy, and CPS Energy. | : 7. SIGNATURE PACE (Instructions, Page 20)Chemistry, Environmental and Health1, R. A. Gangluff Physics ManagerTyped or printed name Titlecertify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction orsupervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gathered andevaluated the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, orthose persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of myknowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware there are significant penalties for submittingfalse information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for known violations.I futther certify that I am authorized under 30 Texas Administrative Code § 305.44 to sign this document andcan provide documentation in proof of such authorization upon request.Signature:_ Date:__5___/0____5P_Subscribed and Sworn to before me by the said R.A" ' , ('- on thisa. " day of t-ufct. 200$day o ,.ithe ,20ýZ [4SEAL]Notary Public4a. rn ..... 4,\ LIS J. MILLS--l Notary Publc, State of Taxu"County, Texas M1 \" .H eMy b aen,1.P-" JULY 27, 2011NOTE: If co-permittees are necessary, both entities must submit separate Signature Pages.Industrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 3/12M0)Page 9 TCEQ USE ONLY:Application type: Renewal __Major Amendment Minor Amendment NewCounty: -Admin Complete Date:Agency Receiving SP1F: Texas Historical Commission U.S. Fish and WildlifeTexas Parks and Wildlife Army Corps of Engineers8. SUPPLEMENTAL PERMIT INFORMATION FORM (SPIF) (Instructions, Page 20)This form applies to TPDES permit applications only. The SPIF must be completed as a separate document.The TCEQ will mail a copy of the SPIF to each agency as required by the TCEQ agreement with EPA. If any ofthe items are not completely addressed and/or further information is needed, you will be contacted to provide theinformation before the permit is issued. Each item must be completely addressed. DO NOT REFER TO ARESPONSE OF ANY ITEM IN THE PERMIT APPLICATION FORM. Each attachment must be provided withthis form, separately from the administrative report of the application. The application will not be declaredadministratively complete without this form being completed in its entirety including all attachmentsThe following applies to all applications:1. Permittee: STP Nuclear Operating Company2. Permit No. 01908 (NPDES Permit No./EPA ID No.) TX00649473- Address of the project (location description that includes street/highway, city/vicinity, county:Located on Farm-to-Market Road 521, approximately 10 miles north of Matagorda Bay and 12 milessouth-southwest of the City of Bay City, Matagorda County, Texas.4. Provide the name, address, telephone and fax number of an individual that can be contacted to answer specificquestions about the property:Name: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Compny Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No.: Street name: P.O. 289 Street type:City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483-02895. List the county in which the facility is located: Matagorda6. If the property is publicly owned and the owner is different that the permittee/applicant, please identify theowner of the property: STP Nuclear Operating Company*7. Identify the name of the water body (receiving waters) or TCEQ segment number that will receive the discharge:Colorado River Tidal in Segment No. 1401 of the Colorado River BasinIndustrial Administrative Reporlt TCEQ-10411 (Revised 312009) Page 10As Agent for the South Texas Project Owners, which are NRG Energy, Inc., Austin Energy, and CPS Energy. | ||
: 8. Please provide a separate 7.5 minute USGS quadrangle map with the project boundaries plotted and a generallocation map showing the project area. (This map is required in addition to the map in the administrative report)See USGS maps (Blessing SE, Palacios NE) and aerial photo (South Texas Project).9. Please provide original photographs of any structures 50 years or older on the property.There are no structures 50 years or older.10. Does your project involve any of the following? If yes, circle the appropriate letter.Yes.a. Proposed access roads, utility lines, construction easementsb. Visual effects that could damage or detract from a historic property's integrityc. Vibration effects during construction, or as a result of project designI D) Additional phases of development that are planned for the futuree. Sealing caves, fractures, sinkholes, other karst featuresV ODisturbance of vegetation or wetlands (vegetation only)11. List proposed construction impact (surface acres to be impacted, depth of excavation, sealing of caves orother karst features):The South Texas Project site has a total of 12,220 acres. Approximately 244 acres will be Impacted by theconstruction and operation of Units 3 and 4. Excavation for Units 3 and 4 will be to a depth of approximately 85feet. Isolation of the shallow aquifer will be accomplished with a slurry wail during construction. Wetlands andjurisdictional drainage ditches will be protected. There are no caves or karst features onsite.12. Describe existing disturbances, vegetation & land useThe area surrounding the South Texas Project is characterized by coastal plain with farmland and pasturepredominating. Sixty-five of the 12,220 acres are occupied by the two current power plants. Plant facilities Includea 7,000-acre cooling reservoir and a 47-acre essential cooling pond. Many smaller bodies of water onsite Includewetlands, Kelly Lake, and natural and engineered drainage ditches. Much of the land east of the reservoir is leasedfor cattle grazing. Approximately 1,700 acres remain in a more natural state as a lowland habitat. A 110-acrewetland habitat was established northeast of the power plants.The following applies only to applications for New TPDES permits and Major Amendments to TPDESPermits13. List construction dates of any buildings or structures on the property:n/a14. Provide a brief histroy of the property, and namc of the architect/builder, if known:n/aIndustrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 3120091Page 11 SSouth Texas ProjectF of MexicoWetata-or&h Technical Report TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0- INDUSTRIALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS, RENEWAL, NEW, AND AMENDMENT1. FACILITY/SITE INFORMATION (instructions, page 24)a. Describe the type of activity and general nature of your business.south Texas Project (STP) Electric Generating Station Is a nuclear fueled, steam-electric generatingfacility. Electricity Is generated from steam driven turbines.b. SIC Code(s) 4911NAICS Code(s) 221113 ,c. Describe the wastewater generating processes.Main Cooling Reservoir- Outfall 001Outfall 001 is Me discharge point for the 7,100-acre main cooling reservoir. This resetvo r Is part of the main recirculating cooling water loop used toremove heat from the steam-electric generating units. There has not been a discharge from Outfall 001 since March 1997 other than minor permittedleakage tihough the closed spillway gates and relief wells. If a discharge were to occur, blowdown from the main cooling reservoir would make up thelargest percentage of wastewater. A discharge from Outfall 001 would flow to the Colorado River (Colorado River Tidal in Segment 1401 of theColorado River Basin).All internal outfalls (Outfall 101, 201, 401, and 601) discharge to the main cooling reservoir. Outfall 501 would also discharge to the reservoir viaOutfall 101. but has not discharged since 1992.Low Volume Wastewater (Outfalla 101 and 201)Low volume wasutwator results from water treatment operations, boiler blowdown. HVAC bbowdown, floor drains and SPCC sources and theirassociated oily watet treatment system discharges, and other miscellaneous Sources. Boiler blowdown Is from one auxiliary steam boiler, released toreduce impurities In the water that can cause corrosion and boiler tube fallure. Service water Is denineralzed and regeneration of the demineralzerresin beds produces an acidic and caustic wastewater that is treated at the neutralization basins along with boiler blowdown. The floor drain systemcaptures condensate and water from production and maintenance areas that may contain oil or grease, which Is then transported to the oily wastetr"atment system where the oil is separated from the water. The first flush of storm water from production and storage area is also treated Inthe oily waste system. Other non-process storm water flow is directed through designated storm water outrfaIl.Treated Domestic Wastewater (Out lsts 401 and 601)Domestic wastewater Is treated onsite in two package treatment systems consisting of aeration, clarificaion, and disinfection. Car wash water, airconditioning condensate, HVAC cooling tower blowdown, and storm water are commingled with the domestic wastewater puior to treatment.Metal Cleaning Waste (Outfalla 501)Metal cleaning waste has not been discharged since 1992- Cleaning of metal using chemical or non-chemical liquids produces a waste that would bedischarged through Outfall 501 to the neutralization basins (Outfall 1t1). Storm water may also be discharged through Outfall 501.d. ' Provide a list of raw materials, major intermediates, and products handled at your facility.Raw Materials Intermediate Products Final Productsnuclear fuel (7440-61-1) steam electricity___________________ .1Technical Report 1.0, TCEFQ-1 0055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 1 | : 8. Please provide a separate 7.5 minute USGS quadrangle map with the project boundaries plotted and a generallocation map showing the project area. (This map is required in addition to the map in the administrative report)See USGS maps (Blessing SE, Palacios NE) and aerial photo (South Texas Project).9. Please provide original photographs of any structures 50 years or older on the property.There are no structures 50 years or older.10. Does your project involve any of the following? If yes, circle the appropriate letter.Yes.a. Proposed access roads, utility lines, construction easementsb. Visual effects that could damage or detract from a historic property's integrityc. Vibration effects during construction, or as a result of project designI D) Additional phases of development that are planned for the futuree. Sealing caves, fractures, sinkholes, other karst featuresV ODisturbance of vegetation or wetlands (vegetation only)11. List proposed construction impact (surface acres to be impacted, depth of excavation, sealing of caves orother karst features):The South Texas Project site has a total of 12,220 acres. Approximately 244 acres will be Impacted by theconstruction and operation of Units 3 and 4. Excavation for Units 3 and 4 will be to a depth of approximately 85feet. Isolation of the shallow aquifer will be accomplished with a slurry wail during construction. Wetlands andjurisdictional drainage ditches will be protected. There are no caves or karst features onsite.12. Describe existing disturbances, vegetation & land useThe area surrounding the South Texas Project is characterized by coastal plain with farmland and pasturepredominating. Sixty-five of the 12,220 acres are occupied by the two current power plants. Plant facilities Includea 7,000-acre cooling reservoir and a 47-acre essential cooling pond. Many smaller bodies of water onsite Includewetlands, Kelly Lake, and natural and engineered drainage ditches. Much of the land east of the reservoir is leasedfor cattle grazing. Approximately 1,700 acres remain in a more natural state as a lowland habitat. A 110-acrewetland habitat was established northeast of the power plants.The following applies only to applications for New TPDES permits and Major Amendments to TPDESPermits13. List construction dates of any buildings or structures on the property:n/a14. Provide a brief histroy of the property, and namc of the architect/builder, if known:n/aIndustrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 3120091Page 11 SSouth Texas ProjectF of MexicoWetata-or&h Technical Report TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0- INDUSTRIALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS, RENEWAL, NEW, AND AMENDMENT1. FACILITY/SITE INFORMATION (instructions, page 24)a. Describe the type of activity and general nature of your business.south Texas Project (STP) Electric Generating Station Is a nuclear fueled, steam-electric generatingfacility. Electricity Is generated from steam driven turbines.b. SIC Code(s) 4911NAICS Code(s) 221113 ,c. Describe the wastewater generating processes.Main Cooling Reservoir- Outfall 001Outfall 001 is Me discharge point for the 7,100-acre main cooling reservoir. This resetvo r Is part of the main recirculating cooling water loop used toremove heat from the steam-electric generating units. There has not been a discharge from Outfall 001 since March 1997 other than minor permittedleakage tihough the closed spillway gates and relief wells. If a discharge were to occur, blowdown from the main cooling reservoir would make up thelargest percentage of wastewater. A discharge from Outfall 001 would flow to the Colorado River (Colorado River Tidal in Segment 1401 of theColorado River Basin).All internal outfalls (Outfall 101, 201, 401, and 601) discharge to the main cooling reservoir. Outfall 501 would also discharge to the reservoir viaOutfall 101. but has not discharged since 1992.Low Volume Wastewater (Outfalla 101 and 201)Low volume wasutwator results from water treatment operations, boiler blowdown. HVAC bbowdown, floor drains and SPCC sources and theirassociated oily watet treatment system discharges, and other miscellaneous Sources. Boiler blowdown Is from one auxiliary steam boiler, released toreduce impurities In the water that can cause corrosion and boiler tube fallure. Service water Is denineralzed and regeneration of the demineralzerresin beds produces an acidic and caustic wastewater that is treated at the neutralization basins along with boiler blowdown. The floor drain systemcaptures condensate and water from production and maintenance areas that may contain oil or grease, which Is then transported to the oily wastetr"atment system where the oil is separated from the water. The first flush of storm water from production and storage area is also treated Inthe oily waste system. Other non-process storm water flow is directed through designated storm water outrfaIl.Treated Domestic Wastewater (Out lsts 401 and 601)Domestic wastewater Is treated onsite in two package treatment systems consisting of aeration, clarificaion, and disinfection. Car wash water, airconditioning condensate, HVAC cooling tower blowdown, and storm water are commingled with the domestic wastewater puior to treatment.Metal Cleaning Waste (Outfalla 501)Metal cleaning waste has not been discharged since 1992- Cleaning of metal using chemical or non-chemical liquids produces a waste that would bedischarged through Outfall 501 to the neutralization basins (Outfall 1t1). Storm water may also be discharged through Outfall 501.d. ' Provide a list of raw materials, major intermediates, and products handled at your facility.Raw Materials Intermediate Products Final Productsnuclear fuel (7440-61-1) steam electricity___________________ .1Technical Report 1.0, TCEFQ-1 0055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 1 | ||
: e. Indicate by a check mark that an attached facility map with the following information was provided with theapplication:_ _ lProduction areas, maintenance areas, materials handling areas, and waste disposal areas.I The location of each unit of the wastewater treatment plant including the location of wastewatercollection sumps and impoundments.See South Texas. Project (aerial photo), USGS maps (4), Plot Plan, Integrated | : e. Indicate by a check mark that an attached facility map with the following information was provided with theapplication:_ _ lProduction areas, maintenance areas, materials handling areas, and waste disposal areas.I The location of each unit of the wastewater treatment plant including the location of wastewatercollection sumps and impoundments.See South Texas. Project (aerial photo), USGS maps (4), Plot Plan, Integrated Spill | ||
: 2. TREATMENT SYSTEM (Instructions, page 25)a. List any physical, chemical, and/or biological treatment process that you use for the treatment of wastewaterat your facility. Include a description of each treatment process starting with initial treatment and finishing withthe discharge point.See table on page 3a.b. 0' Indicate by a check mark that an attached flow schematic with a water balance was provided with theapplication showing each treatment unit and all sources ofwastewater flow into the treatment plant and to eachoutfall/point of disposal. Attachment: See flow diagrams In Worksheet 1.3. IMPOUNDMENTS (Instrctions, pages 25-27)Do you use or plan to use any wastewater lagoons, ponds, or impoundments? I Yes -NoIf yes, complete item 3(a) for existing impoundments and items 3(a)-3(f) for new or proposed impoundments. Ifno, proceed to Item No. 4.a. Provide the following information in the table provided:Designation: Indicate the appropriate use designation for each pond [Treatment (T), Disposal (D), Containment (C),or Evaporation (E)]Discharge Point: If a discharge occurs from the impoundments, designate the outfall associated with theimpoundment.Liner Information: If the impoundments are lined to comply with specifications outlined for 1) a compacted clayliner (C), 2) an in-situ clay liner (i), or 3) a synthetic/plastic/rubber liner (S), indicate the liner type with theappropriate letter designation (see instructions for further detail on liner specifications). If not, provide areference to the attachment that provides a description of the alternate liner and any additional technical informationnecessary for an evaluation.Dimensions: Provide the dimensions(s), freeboard, surface area, and storage volume capacity ofthe impoundments.For impoundments with irregular shapes, submit surface area (instead of length and width), the average depth, andthe maximum depth below natural ground level.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 3 Wastewater Treatment SystemTreatment System Outfall Unit Dimensions Treatment ProcessesMain Cooling Reservoir 001 7,000 acre pond (irregular) Heat DissipationReuse/RecycleLow Volume Waste 2-Neutralization Basins Neutralization"Metal Cleaning Wastes. 101 (300.000 gallons each) Mixing*Neutralization Basin 68' x 42' x 16' SedimentationGross Oil Separator (API) EqualizationFlotation13,000 gaxlons Skimming*Low Volume Waste 242 x 8' x ' SedimentationOily Waste Treatment System 201 Tricellerator (DAF) 3,800 gallons Dissolved air flotation9' dia x 8' Coagulation*Effluent Tank 850 gallons Multi-media Filtration5' dia x 6'2-Aeration Basins Screening63' x 12' x 11'6" Activated Sludge2 Clarifiers 16' dia x 11'6" SedimentationWest Sanitary Waste Treatment Primary Chlorine ContactSystem401 Chamber Disinfection****6"x 12'x 11'6"Secondary Chlorine ContactChamber Disinfection-*4'dia x 4'3"Organic Basin EqualizationApprox. 1.000.000 gallons Mixing*100'x 80'x 17'6" Aeration'Metal Cleaning Waste- Inorganic Basin Coagulation*Approx. 50,000 gallons Chemical Precipitation'25' x 25' x 13S3" SedimentationTreatment Tanks (possible future Not determined at thisuse) time.2-Aeration Basins Screening54'6" x 12' x 13'3" Activated SludgeTraining Sanitary Waste Treatment 601 1 -ClarifierSystem*- 20 ' 1 dier x SedimentationChlorine Contact Chamber Disinfection-*Note: Chlorine may be used intermittently to control algae growth in treatment units.Treatment process may be used based on influent characteristics.Outfall 501 is routed to Outfall 101. There have been no discharges from Outfall 501 since December 1992.*.. The West Plant is currently rated at 110,000 gallons per day (gpd) and the Training Plant at 66,000 gpd.Sanitary wastewater will increase beginning with the construction of two new electric generating units (3 and 4)and an increase in construction personnel. The physical locations of the treatment systems and Outfalls 401and 601 may change; however, the outfall descriptions in the permit would remain the same (i.e., monitoring atthe discharge from the sewage treatment plant)..... Disinfection may include sodium hypochlorite or calcium hypochlorite.ITechnical Report 1.0Page 3a Impoundment Information TablePond# 1 Pond# 2 1 Pond# 3 Pond# 4 Pond# 5Designation Organic Basin Inorganic Basin Neutralization Main Cooling Evaporation Pond(T) (D)(C)or (E) T T IT IT CDischarge PointOutfall Number 501 501 101001 noneLiner InformationLiner Type (C) (1) or (S) r1nftecU coicrnao [re~iftord concrns J rewnorced C~crete goo0 nd ceocete [nnAlt. Liner Attachment Reference n/a nfa n/a n/a n/aDimensionsLength (feet) 100 ft 25 ft 136 fl n/a fl 150 ftWidth (feet) 80 ft 25 ft 42 fl n/a ft 70 ftDepth from Water Surface 17.5 ft 13.3 ft 16 ft 25 fl 4 ftDepth from Nat. Ground Level 0 avg 0.max 0 avg 0_max D0avg 0_hax 0 avg __0 max 0avg 0 maxFreeboard (feet) >2 ft >2 ft >2 ft >2.5 ft >2 ftSurface Area (acres) 0.18 acres 0.01 acres 0.13 acres 7,000 acres 0.24 acresStorage Capacity (gallons) 1.000,000 gal. 50,000 gal. 600,000 gal. 6.6e10 gal. 314.160 gal.Pond# 6 Pond Ni _ Pond # __ Pond#- I_ Pond #__Essential CoolingDesignation Po nnd(T) (D) (C) or (E) CDischarge PointOutfall Number NoneLiner InformationLiner Type (C) (1) or (S) @oi s ct.Alt. Liner Attachment Reference n/aDimensionsLength (feet) 2,000 ft ft ft ft fiWidth (feet) 1.000 ft. fi _ _ _f flDepth from Water Surface 8 ft f _ ft ft ftDepth from Nat. Ground Level 0.avg 0.max _avg max avg max avg max ___avg ..maxFreeboard (feet) >2 ft _ ft ft ft ftSurface Area (acres) 47 acres acres acres acres acresStorage Capacity (gallons) 1.3e8 gal. __ gal. __ gal. __ gal. __ gal.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 4 n/aTHE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED ONLY FOR NEW OR PROPOSED IMPOUNDMENTS.b. Indicate by a check mark if any of the following data was provided with the application:(1) Synthetic/plastic/rubber liner data(2) In-situ clay liner | |||
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cnntingenc-y Plan Mapf. Is this a new permit application for an existing facility? __ Yes V NoIf yes, provide background discussion below., in/ag. Is the treatment facility/disposal site located above the 100-year frequency flood level?g. Is the treatment facility/disposal site located above the I100-year frequency flood level?V Yes NoList source(s) used to determine 100-year freouencv flood olain:IFIRM 485489037C, March 18, 1985.If no, provide the elevation of the 100-year frequency flood plain and describe what protective measures are in useor planned to be used to prevent flooding of the treatment facility/disposal area.m/ah. For new or amendment permit applications, will there be discharge of fill material into a water in the state forconstruction of the proposed outfall structure? Yes __ No n/aIf no, proceed to Item No. 2. If yes, has the applicant applied for a U.S. Corps of Engineers 404 Dredge andFill permit? _ Yes _ NoIf yes, provide the permit number. n/aIf no, provide the approximate date you anticipate submitting your application to the Corps. n/aTechnical Repoil 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2 | |||
: 2. TREATMENT SYSTEM (Instructions, page 25)a. List any physical, chemical, and/or biological treatment process that you use for the treatment of wastewaterat your facility. Include a description of each treatment process starting with initial treatment and finishing withthe discharge point.See table on page 3a.b. 0' Indicate by a check mark that an attached flow schematic with a water balance was provided with theapplication showing each treatment unit and all sources ofwastewater flow into the treatment plant and to eachoutfall/point of disposal. | |||
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See flow diagrams In Worksheet 1.3. IMPOUNDMENTS (Instrctions, pages 25-27)Do you use or plan to use any wastewater lagoons, ponds, or impoundments? I Yes -NoIf yes, complete item 3(a) for existing impoundments and items 3(a)-3(f) for new or proposed impoundments. Ifno, proceed to Item No. 4.a. Provide the following information in the table provided:Designation: Indicate the appropriate use designation for each pond [Treatment (T), Disposal (D), Containment (C),or Evaporation (E)]Discharge Point: If a discharge occurs from the impoundments, designate the outfall associated with theimpoundment.Liner Information: If the impoundments are lined to comply with specifications outlined for 1) a compacted clayliner (C), 2) an in-situ clay liner (i), or 3) a synthetic/plastic/rubber liner (S), indicate the liner type with theappropriate letter designation (see instructions for further detail on liner specifications). If not, provide areference to the attachment that provides a description of the alternate liner and any additional technical informationnecessary for an evaluation.Dimensions: Provide the dimensions(s), freeboard, surface area, and storage volume capacity ofthe impoundments.For impoundments with irregular shapes, submit surface area (instead of length and width), the average depth, andthe maximum depth below natural ground level.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 3 Wastewater Treatment SystemTreatment System Outfall Unit Dimensions Treatment ProcessesMain Cooling Reservoir 001 7,000 acre pond (irregular) Heat DissipationReuse/RecycleLow Volume Waste 2-Neutralization Basins Neutralization"Metal Cleaning Wastes. 101 (300.000 gallons each) Mixing*Neutralization Basin 68' x 42' x 16' SedimentationGross Oil Separator (API) EqualizationFlotation13,000 gaxlons Skimming*Low Volume Waste 242 x 8' x ' SedimentationOily Waste Treatment System 201 Tricellerator (DAF) 3,800 gallons Dissolved air flotation9' dia x 8' Coagulation*Effluent Tank 850 gallons Multi-media Filtration5' dia x 6'2-Aeration Basins Screening63' x 12' x 11'6" Activated Sludge2 Clarifiers 16' dia x 11'6" SedimentationWest Sanitary Waste Treatment Primary Chlorine ContactSystem401 Chamber Disinfection****6"x 12'x 11'6"Secondary Chlorine ContactChamber Disinfection-*4'dia x 4'3"Organic Basin EqualizationApprox. 1.000.000 gallons Mixing*100'x 80'x 17'6" Aeration'Metal Cleaning Waste- Inorganic Basin Coagulation*Approx. 50,000 gallons Chemical Precipitation'25' x 25' x 13S3" SedimentationTreatment Tanks (possible future Not determined at thisuse) time.2-Aeration Basins Screening54'6" x 12' x 13'3" Activated SludgeTraining Sanitary Waste Treatment 601 1 -ClarifierSystem*- 20 ' 1 dier x SedimentationChlorine Contact Chamber Disinfection-*Note: Chlorine may be used intermittently to control algae growth in treatment units.Treatment process may be used based on influent characteristics.Outfall 501 is routed to Outfall 101. There have been no discharges from Outfall 501 since December 1992.*.. The West Plant is currently rated at 110,000 gallons per day (gpd) and the Training Plant at 66,000 gpd.Sanitary wastewater will increase beginning with the construction of two new electric generating units (3 and 4)and an increase in construction personnel. The physical locations of the treatment systems and Outfalls 401and 601 may change; however, the outfall descriptions in the permit would remain the same (i.e., monitoring atthe discharge from the sewage treatment plant)..... Disinfection may include sodium hypochlorite or calcium hypochlorite.ITechnical Report 1.0Page 3a Impoundment Information TablePond# 1 Pond# 2 1 Pond# 3 Pond# 4 Pond# 5Designation Organic Basin Inorganic Basin Neutralization Main Cooling Evaporation Pond(T) (D)(C)or (E) T T IT IT CDischarge PointOutfall Number 501 501 101001 noneLiner InformationLiner Type (C) (1) or (S) r1nftecU coicrnao [re~iftord concrns J rewnorced C~crete goo0 nd ceocete [nnAlt. Liner Attachment Reference n/a nfa n/a n/a n/aDimensionsLength (feet) 100 ft 25 ft 136 fl n/a fl 150 ftWidth (feet) 80 ft 25 ft 42 fl n/a ft 70 ftDepth from Water Surface 17.5 ft 13.3 ft 16 ft 25 fl 4 ftDepth from Nat. Ground Level 0 avg 0.max 0 avg 0_max D0avg 0_hax 0 avg __0 max 0avg 0 maxFreeboard (feet) >2 ft >2 ft >2 ft >2.5 ft >2 ftSurface Area (acres) 0.18 acres 0.01 acres 0.13 acres 7,000 acres 0.24 acresStorage Capacity (gallons) 1.000,000 gal. 50,000 gal. 600,000 gal. 6.6e10 gal. 314.160 gal.Pond# 6 Pond Ni _ Pond # __ Pond#- I_ Pond #__Essential CoolingDesignation Po nnd(T) (D) (C) or (E) CDischarge PointOutfall Number NoneLiner InformationLiner Type (C) (1) or (S) @oi s ct.Alt. Liner Attachment Reference n/aDimensionsLength (feet) 2,000 ft ft ft ft fiWidth (feet) 1.000 ft. fi _ _ _f flDepth from Water Surface 8 ft f _ ft ft ftDepth from Nat. Ground Level 0.avg 0.max _avg max avg max avg max ___avg ..maxFreeboard (feet) >2 ft _ ft ft ft ftSurface Area (acres) 47 acres acres acres acres acresStorage Capacity (gallons) 1.3e8 gal. __ gal. __ gal. __ gal. __ gal.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 4 n/aTHE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED ONLY FOR NEW OR PROPOSED IMPOUNDMENTS.b. 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: c. Are there any leak detection systems orground watermonitoring wells in place or planned? Yes -No_ If yes, indicate by a check mark that a separate attachment was provided with the leak detection systeminformation for each pond and/or ground water monitoring well data. | |||
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: d. Is the bottom of the pond above the seasonal high water table in the most shallow water bearing zone?Yes No___ If no, indicate by a check mark that additional information was provided describing the depth of theseasonal high water table in the most shallow water bearing zone in relation to the depth of the bottom of thenew or proposed impoundment and how this may or may not impact groundwater.e. Indicate by a check mark that the following information was provided:_ A USGS quadrangle map or a color copy of original quality and scale which accurately locates andidentifies water supply wells and/or monitor wells within /2 mile radius of the impoundments.-__ Copies of State Water Well Reports (driller's logs, completion data), and data on depths to ground waterfor water supply wells including a description of how the depths to ground water were obtained.For TLAP permit applications: _ Indicate by a check mark that the new or proposed impoundment(s)and the land application disposal area are located in the same general area and the information for this item isprovided in Worksheet 3.0 (item 8).f. __ Indicate by a check mark if any data was provided with the application pertaining to the ground water,soils, geology, etc. used to assess the potential for migration of wastes from the impoundments and/or thepotential for contamination of ground water or surface water.4. OUTFALL/DISPOSAL METHOD INFORMATION (instructions, pages 27-28)Complete the following tables to describe the location and wastewater discharge or disposal operations for eachoutfall for discharge operations and for each point of disposal for TLAP operations.For TLAP permit applications: Indicate the disposal method and each individual irrigation area (1), evaporationpond (E), or subsurface drainage system (S) by providing the appropriate letter designation for the disposalmethod followed by a numerical designation for each disposal area (e.g. evaporation pond, application area) in thespace provided for "Outfalr' designation (e.g. "El" for evaporation pond 1, "12" for irrigation area No. 2, etc.).0 -.... ,_ n. 4 fl-=. ,,nd ,oe mn.. n,.,nn, Pape 5I echnical Repos a 1.0, CE I DOM tne Sed 9 -,-- | |||
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* Longitude* Location Description27 At discharge from the sewage treatment plant (WestSanitary Waste Treatment System) prior to mixing withPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MGD) any other waste stream.Dly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a n/a //a n/a (hrs./day) IVa (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)Pumped _ Gravity Measurement Device: ultrasonic 1 Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowtreated sanitary sewage commingled with 0.028" 100%car wash water andair conditioning condensatestorm water*At the discharge Into the MCR**Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 7 OUTFALL: _01Latitude* Longitude Location Description28 147 19 9 0 5 Where metal cleaning wastes are discharged prior to, mixing with any other waste streamPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MCD)Dly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a nra naa n/a (rs/day) rVa (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)Pumped __ Gravity Measurement Device: estimate j_ Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowmetal cleaning waste n/a** n/a*storm water*Prior to mixing with Outfall 101**There has been no discharge from this outfallsince December 1992.OUTFALL: 601Latitude | * Longitude* Location Description27 At discharge from the sewage treatment plant (WestSanitary Waste Treatment System) prior to mixing withPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MGD) any other waste stream.Dly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a n/a //a n/a (hrs./day) IVa (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)Pumped _ Gravity Measurement Device: ultrasonic 1 Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowtreated sanitary sewage commingled with 0.028" 100%car wash water andair conditioning condensatestorm water*At the discharge Into the MCR**Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 7 OUTFALL: _01Latitude* Longitude Location Description28 147 19 9 0 5 Where metal cleaning wastes are discharged prior to, mixing with any other waste streamPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MCD)Dly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a nra naa n/a (rs/day) rVa (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)Pumped __ Gravity Measurement Device: estimate j_ Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowmetal cleaning waste n/a** n/a*storm water*Prior to mixing with Outfall 101**There has been no discharge from this outfallsince December 1992.OUTFALL: 601Latitude | ||
* Longitude* Location Description28 147 115 96 102 110 At discharge from the sewage treatment plant (TrainingSanitary Waste Treatment Facility) prior to mixing withPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MCD) any other waste streamDly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a n/a n/a n/a n/a (hrs./day) nia (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)I/ Pumped -Gravity Measurement Device: ultrasonic 1_ Intermittent Seasonal ____ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowtreated sanitary sewage commingled with 0.026* 100%air conditioning condensate andHVAC cooling tower blowdownstorm water*At discharge into the MCR**Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09Technical Report 1.0, TCEC-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 7a | * Longitude* Location Description28 147 115 96 102 110 At discharge from the sewage treatment plant (TrainingSanitary Waste Treatment Facility) prior to mixing withPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MCD) any other waste streamDly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a n/a n/a n/a n/a (hrs./day) nia (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)I/ Pumped -Gravity Measurement Device: ultrasonic 1_ Intermittent Seasonal ____ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowtreated sanitary sewage commingled with 0.026* 100%air conditioning condensate andHVAC cooling tower blowdownstorm water*At discharge into the MCR**Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09Technical Report 1.0, TCEC-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 7a | ||
: 5. BLOWDOWN AND ONCE-THROUGH COOLING WATER DISCHARGES (Instructions, page 28)a. Does your facility use any cooling towers or boilers that discharge blowdown or other wastestreams to theoutfall(s)? V Yes __ Nob. Does your facility discharge once-through cooling water to the outfall(s)? _ Yes *" Noc. If yes to either item a or b, indicate with a check mark that the appropriate MSDS with the followinginformation for each chemical additive was submitted with the application. Note: Not all of the Items beloware included In the MSDSs./ Manufacturers Product Identification Number." Product use. (e.g., biocide, fungicide, corrosion inhibitor, etc.)_ Chemical Composition including Chemical Abstracts System (CAS) number for each ingredient.Classify product as non-persistent, persistent, or bioaccumulative.Product or active ingredient half-life.* Frequency of product use (e.g., 2 hr/day once every two weeks).* Product toxicity data specific to fish and aquatic invertebrate organisms./ Concentration of whole product in wastestream (if above item is for whole product)* Concentration of active ingredient in wastestream (if above item is for active ingredient)Please provide a summary ofthis information in addition to the submittal ofthe MSDS for each specific wastestreamand the associated chemical additives and specify which outfalls are affected.Attachment: See "Treatment Chemicals and MSDSs."d. Cooling Towers and BoilersNumber of Units Daily Avg. Blowdown Daily Max BlowdownCooling Towers 1 cooling towers Daily Avg:7,200 gallons/day Daily Max:17,280 gallons/dayBoilers 1 boilers Daily Avg: | : 5. BLOWDOWN AND ONCE-THROUGH COOLING WATER DISCHARGES (Instructions, page 28)a. Does your facility use any cooling towers or boilers that discharge blowdown or other wastestreams to theoutfall(s)? V Yes __ Nob. Does your facility discharge once-through cooling water to the outfall(s)? _ Yes *" Noc. If yes to either item a or b, indicate with a check mark that the appropriate MSDS with the followinginformation for each chemical additive was submitted with the application. Note: Not all of the Items beloware included In the MSDSs./ Manufacturers Product Identification Number." Product use. (e.g., biocide, fungicide, corrosion inhibitor, etc.)_ Chemical Composition including Chemical Abstracts System (CAS) number for each ingredient.Classify product as non-persistent, persistent, or bioaccumulative.Product or active ingredient half-life.* Frequency of product use (e.g., 2 hr/day once every two weeks).* Product toxicity data specific to fish and aquatic invertebrate organisms./ Concentration of whole product in wastestream (if above item is for whole product)* Concentration of active ingredient in wastestream (if above item is for active ingredient)Please provide a summary ofthis information in addition to the submittal ofthe MSDS for each specific wastestreamand the associated chemical additives and specify which outfalls are affected. | ||
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See "Treatment Chemicals and MSDSs."d. Cooling Towers and BoilersNumber of Units Daily Avg. Blowdown Daily Max BlowdownCooling Towers 1 cooling towers Daily Avg:7,200 gallons/day Daily Max:17,280 gallons/dayBoilers 1 boilers Daily Avg: | |||
* gallons/day Daily Max:*__ gallons/day*4022 gpd for approximately 5 days per year.6. STORM WATER MANAGEMENT (Instructions, pages 28-29)Are there any existing or proposed outfalls which discharge storm water runoff commingled with otherwastestreams? / Yes -No. If yes, provide the following information. If no, proceed to Item No. 7.a. Provide a brief narrative description of the industrial processes and activities that occur outdoors or in some mannerthat may result in exposure of the materials to precipitation or runoff in areas where runoff is generated.Some storm water drainage from production and non-production areas is discharged throughpermitted outfalls. Some storm water drainage from production and non-production areas isdischarged under a TPDES Storm Water General Permit. For production areas, at least the first flush ofstorm water runoff from SPCC sources and production equipment areas is collected and treated by theOily Waste Treatment Systems (Outfall 201). Oil storage procedures are detailed In the facility'sIntegrated Spill Contingency Plan. Large storage tanks are located within secondary containment.Chemical storage tanks are located within secondary containment or curbed areas for spill control.Outdoor storage of equipment is limited to items that will not significantly affect storm water quality.Potential storm water contamination sources and best management practices for storm water runoffare addressed In the facility's Industrial Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.Technical Report 1.0. TCEO-1 0055 (RoviSed 9I2O06~ Page 8Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 8 | * gallons/day Daily Max:*__ gallons/day*4022 gpd for approximately 5 days per year.6. STORM WATER MANAGEMENT (Instructions, pages 28-29)Are there any existing or proposed outfalls which discharge storm water runoff commingled with otherwastestreams? / Yes -No. If yes, provide the following information. If no, proceed to Item No. 7.a. Provide a brief narrative description of the industrial processes and activities that occur outdoors or in some mannerthat may result in exposure of the materials to precipitation or runoff in areas where runoff is generated.Some storm water drainage from production and non-production areas is discharged throughpermitted outfalls. Some storm water drainage from production and non-production areas isdischarged under a TPDES Storm Water General Permit. For production areas, at least the first flush ofstorm water runoff from SPCC sources and production equipment areas is collected and treated by theOily Waste Treatment Systems (Outfall 201). Oil storage procedures are detailed In the facility'sIntegrated Spill Contingency Plan. Large storage tanks are located within secondary containment.Chemical storage tanks are located within secondary containment or curbed areas for spill control.Outdoor storage of equipment is limited to items that will not significantly affect storm water quality.Potential storm water contamination sources and best management practices for storm water runoffare addressed In the facility's Industrial Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.Technical Report 1.0. TCEO-1 0055 (RoviSed 9I2O06~ Page 8Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 8 | ||
: 7. DOMESTIC SEWAGE, SEWAGE SLUDGE, AND/OR SEPTAGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL(Instructions, page 29)a. Please check the appropriate method(s) ofdomestic sewage and domestic sewage sludge treatment/disposal andcomplete Attachment F if directed.Domestic sewage is not generated on-site. PROCEED TO ITEM NO. 8.Both domestic and industrial treatment sludge ARE commingled prior to use or disposal. PROCEED TOITEM NO. 8.1 Industrial wastewater and domestic sewage are treated separately and the respective sludge IS NOTcommingled prior to sludge use or disposal. COMPLETE WORKSHEET 5.0 OF THISAPPLICATION.If your facility is a POTW, COMPLETE WORKSHEET 5.0 OF THIS APPLICATION.Facility is connected to a wastewater treatment plant permitted to receive domestic sewage, or the domesticsewage is transported off-site to a permitted facility for treatment and/ordisposal. COM PLETE ITEM NO.7.B.Domestic sewage is disposed of by an on-site septic tank. COMPLETE ITEM 7.B.Other. Please provide a detailed description below.rn/ab. Provide the name and TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES Permit No- of the waste disposal facility which receivesthe domestic sewage/septage. If hauled by motorized vehicle, provide the name and TCEQ Registration No- ofthe hauler.Plant/Hauler Name Permit/Registration No.n/a8. IMPROVEMENTS OR COMPLIANCE/ENFORCEMENT REQUIREMENTS (Instructions, page 29)Is the permittee currently required to meet any implementation schedule for compliance or enforcement?Yes I NoIf yes, provide a brief summary of the requirements and a status update.n/aITechnical Repott 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Ravtsed 8/2006) Page 9Technical Report 1.0, TCECI-10055 (Revt3ed 912006)Page 9 | : 7. DOMESTIC SEWAGE, SEWAGE SLUDGE, AND/OR SEPTAGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL(Instructions, page 29)a. Please check the appropriate method(s) ofdomestic sewage and domestic sewage sludge treatment/disposal andcomplete Attachment F if directed.Domestic sewage is not generated on-site. PROCEED TO ITEM NO. 8.Both domestic and industrial treatment sludge ARE commingled prior to use or disposal. PROCEED TOITEM NO. 8.1 Industrial wastewater and domestic sewage are treated separately and the respective sludge IS NOTcommingled prior to sludge use or disposal. COMPLETE WORKSHEET 5.0 OF THISAPPLICATION.If your facility is a POTW, COMPLETE WORKSHEET 5.0 OF THIS APPLICATION.Facility is connected to a wastewater treatment plant permitted to receive domestic sewage, or the domesticsewage is transported off-site to a permitted facility for treatment and/ordisposal. COM PLETE ITEM NO.7.B.Domestic sewage is disposed of by an on-site septic tank. COMPLETE ITEM 7.B.Other. Please provide a detailed description below.rn/ab. Provide the name and TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES Permit No- of the waste disposal facility which receivesthe domestic sewage/septage. If hauled by motorized vehicle, provide the name and TCEQ Registration No- ofthe hauler.Plant/Hauler Name Permit/Registration No.n/a8. IMPROVEMENTS OR COMPLIANCE/ENFORCEMENT REQUIREMENTS (Instructions, page 29)Is the permittee currently required to meet any implementation schedule for compliance or enforcement?Yes I NoIf yes, provide a brief summary of the requirements and a status update.n/aITechnical Repott 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Ravtsed 8/2006) Page 9Technical Report 1.0, TCECI-10055 (Revt3ed 912006)Page 9 | ||
: 9. TOXICITY TESTING (Instructions, page 30)Have any biological tests for acute or chronic toxicity been made on any of your discharges or on a receiving waterin relation to your discharge within the last three (3) years?Yes &NoIf yes, identify the tests and describe their purposes below. Please attach a copy of all tests performed that have notbeen previously sent to the TCEQ and/or EPA.The current TPOES permit contains routine blomonitoring requirements for discharges from Outfall001. However, because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, biomonltoring hasnot been required.10. OFF-SITE/THIRD PARTY WASTES (Instructions, page 30)Do you receive wastes from off-site sources for treatment in your facility, disposal on-site via land application,and/or discharge via a permitted outfall? -Yes v/ NoIf no, proceed to Item No. 11. If yes, proceed as directed.a. Indicate with a check mark that a detailed attachment with the following information was provided with theapplication: Attachment: n/aList of wastes received Identified sources of wastes receivedCharacterization of wastes received Name and addresses of generatorsVolumes of each waste received Description of the relationship of wasteInfo. on compatibility with on-site wastes source(s) with your facility's activities.b. Is wastewater from a TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES permitted facility commingled with your wastewater afteryour fimal treatment and prior to discharge via your final outfall/point of disposal? -Yes V NoIf yes, provide the name, address, and TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES permit number of the contributing facilityand a copy of any agreements and/or contracts relating to this activity.c. Is your facility a Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) that accepts process wastewater from anySignificant Industrial User (SIU) and has or is required to have an approved pretreatment program under theNPDES/TPDES program? _ Yes ./ No If yes, complete Worksheet 6.0 of this application.11. RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS (Instructions, page 30)Are radioactive materials mined, used, stored, or processed at this facility? /' Yes NoIf yes, Provide a list of the materials and the results of one analysis of your effluent in picocuries per liter (pCi/L)for all radioactive parameters which may be present.Radioactive Materials Cone. (pCi/L)nuclear fuel (CAS no. 7440-61-1) 13,200 (tritium)Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 10 THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE ONLY REQUIRED FOR EXISTING PERMITTED FACILITIES.12. MAJOR AMENDMENT REQUESTS (Instructions, pages 30-31)Are you requesting a major amendment of an existing permit? _ Yes V_ NoIf yes, list each specific request and provide discussion on the scope of any requested permit changes.n/aIf necessary, provide supplemental information or additional data that will support the request.13. MINOR MODIFICATION REQUESTS (Instructions, page 31)Are you requesting any minor modifications to the permit? -Yes '/ No Note: see the instructions for anexclusive list of changes considered as minor modifications.If yes, list and discuss the requested changes.n/a14. MINOR AMENDMENT REQUESTS (Instructions, page 31)Are you requesting any minor amendments to the permit? V Yes -NoIf yes, list and discuss the requested changes.1) Remove Item 14 from the Other Requirements of the permit because it refers to regulations for cooling waterintake structures that do not apply to the closed-cycle recirculating system at the facility.2) Remove Item 15 from the Other Requirements of the permit because wastewater characterization data areprovided with this application.3) Add storm water to Ouffalls 101,401, 501, and 601. Storm water was listed In the 2004 TPDES renewalapplication for Outfalls 101, 401, and 601, but was not specifically described in permit. Storm water is a very smallcomponent of water that may discharge through Outfall 501 (there have been no discharges since December1992). Storm water is already listed in the final Outfall 001.4) Add uncontaminated groundwater to Outfall 001. Groundwater from excavation during construction of newelectric generating Units 3 and 4 will be routed to the Main Cooling Reservoir.5) Allow analysis of total residual chlorine by DPD spectrophotometric method (EPA Method 330.5) In htem 5 In theOther Requirements of the permiLTechnical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page I11 WORKSHEETSTO THE INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER PERMIT APPLICATION TECHNICAL REPORTPlease review the worksheet requirements in the instructions and indicate by checking either yes or no whichworksheets are required, completed, and submitted with the technical report. Worksheets that are not applicabledo not need to be submitted with the technical report.WORKSHEET COMPLETED ANDSUBMITTED WITH THETECHNICAL REPORT:YES NO1.0: EPA EFFLUENT CATEGORICAL GUIDELINES /2.0: POLLUTANT ANALYSES REQUIREMENTS /3.0: LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT 103.1: SURFACE LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT /3.2: SUBSURFACE LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT I3.3: SUBSURFACE AREA DRIP DISPERSAL SYSTEM LANDDISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT4.0: RECEIVING WATERS V/4.1: STREAM PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS WORKSHEET I5.0: SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL6.0: INDUSTRIAL WASTE CONTRIBUTION /7.0: STORM WATER RUNOFF8.0: AQUACULTURE _"9.0: CLASS V INJECTION WELL I10.0: QUARRIES IN THE JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY /Note: Worksheet 11.0 Cooling Water Intake Structures is also included.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 12 WORKSHEET 1.0 -EPA EFFLUENT CATEGORICAL GUIDELINESREQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR TPDES PERMITS FOR DISCHARGES OF WASTEWATERSSUBJECT TO EPA EFFLUENT LIMITATION GUIDELINES.1. CATEGORICAL INDUSTRIES (Instructions, pages 34-35)Is your facility subject to any of thc 40 CFR effluent guidelines outlined in Table I? V Yes _ NoIf yes, provide the appropriate information in the table below. If no, this worksheet is not required.Industry CFRSteam Electric Power GeneratIng 4232.a.PRODUCTION/PROCESS DATA (Instructions, page 35)Production data: Provide the appropriate data for effluent guidelines with production based effluent limitations.Subcategory Actual Quantity/Day Design Quantity/Day Unitsn/a_ __ I-_ _ I __ I _b. Organ ic Chemicals, Plastics, and Synthetic Fibers Manufacturing Data (40 CFR Part 414): Provide eachappropriate subpart and the percent of total production. Also provide the appropriate data for metal bearingwastestreams as required in 40 CFR Part 414, Appendices A and B.Subcategory % of total Appendix A and Bproduction Metal Processn/aWorksheet 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page I1-I | : 9. TOXICITY TESTING (Instructions, page 30)Have any biological tests for acute or chronic toxicity been made on any of your discharges or on a receiving waterin relation to your discharge within the last three (3) years?Yes &NoIf yes, identify the tests and describe their purposes below. Please attach a copy of all tests performed that have notbeen previously sent to the TCEQ and/or EPA.The current TPOES permit contains routine blomonitoring requirements for discharges from Outfall001. However, because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, biomonltoring hasnot been required.10. OFF-SITE/THIRD PARTY WASTES (Instructions, page 30)Do you receive wastes from off-site sources for treatment in your facility, disposal on-site via land application,and/or discharge via a permitted outfall? -Yes v/ NoIf no, proceed to Item No. 11. If yes, proceed as directed.a. Indicate with a check mark that a detailed attachment with the following information was provided with theapplication: | ||
: c. Refineries (40 CFR Part 419): Provide the applicable subcategory and a brief'justification for each.n/a3. PROCESS/NON-PROCESS WASTEWATER FLOWS: Provide a breakdown of process wastewaterflow(s) and non-process wastewater flow(s) as directed. (Instructions, page 35)See flow diagrams (7) following Worksheet 1:1) Overall Flow Diagram2) Flow Diagram -Outfall 0013) Flow Diagram -Ouffall 1014) Flow Diagram -Outfall 2015) Flow Diagram -Outfall 4016) Flow Diagram -Outfall 5017) Flow Diagram -Outfall 601With respect to effluent guidelines at 40 CFR 423, the facility does not generate the following types ofwastewater: coal pile runoff, fly/bottom ash transport water, and once-through cooling water.4. NEW SOURCE DETERMINATION: Provide a list of wastewater generating processes subject to effluentguidelines and the appropriate information. (Instructions, page 35)Process EPA Guideline Date Process/ConstructionCommencedPart SubpartSteam electric power generation 423 n/aUnits 1, 2 1975Units 3,4 2009 or 2010 (projected date)NRC Combined License --2012 (projected)Warksheet 1.0, TCEO-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 1-2 Evaporation Steam Electricfrom cooling reservoir & impoundments Plant Use//ISurface Waterfrom the Colorado River* YIGroundwaterSouth Texas ProjectElectric:Generating StationOutfall 001OTo Colorado RiverStorm WaterOverall Water Row DiagramNotes:No discharge from this outfall since March 4, 1997Somth U=5 Ped EIý GeMM"b S5*WTPflE9PeoNwO I9s My 2W5Q 0D0 0Low Volume Wastewaterincluding wastewater from the following operations andsources:*demineraiizer regenerant wastewater;-condenser polishing regenerant wastewater;-boiler blowdown;-boiler drainage;-laboratory, instrument, and sampling sources;-well water filler backwash;-water softener regenerate;-floor drains in chemical storage containmentareas;-rinse water from triple rinsing empty chemicaldrums;-fuel handling building HVAC blowdown; and-miscellaneous low volume wastewater.recirculation line.-........................................V4tNEUTRALIZATION BASINSNeutralization*Mixing'Sedimentationssludge to landfillI Oulfoll 101I 0.3) MGD (Ju105- Fab 09 average)to Main Cooling ReservoirMetal Cleaning Waste Effluent(Outfall 501")Storm WaterNotes:Flow Diagram -Outfall 1015. T... Pm"O 11101010- U5o2TPDES Porta DNG 0Trealment may be used based on Influent qualityOutfall 501 has not discharged since December 1992.U.t 2009' 0.9sludge to incineration and/or landfill..--" filter media to landfillNoles:Treatment process may be used based on Influeni characteristicsFlow Dia gram -DOWtal 201&m "- PPMi~d Ue.kM G-b...bna nYpoes P-ydN. eio Ma 5May 9 I II-,I I ISludge to landfill .--TER ---r | |||
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n/aList of wastes received Identified sources of wastes receivedCharacterization of wastes received Name and addresses of generatorsVolumes of each waste received Description of the relationship of wasteInfo. on compatibility with on-site wastes source(s) with your facility's activities.b. Is wastewater from a TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES permitted facility commingled with your wastewater afteryour fimal treatment and prior to discharge via your final outfall/point of disposal? -Yes V NoIf yes, provide the name, address, and TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES permit number of the contributing facilityand a copy of any agreements and/or contracts relating to this activity.c. Is your facility a Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) that accepts process wastewater from anySignificant Industrial User (SIU) and has or is required to have an approved pretreatment program under theNPDES/TPDES program? _ Yes ./ No If yes, complete Worksheet 6.0 of this application.11. RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS (Instructions, page 30)Are radioactive materials mined, used, stored, or processed at this facility? /' Yes NoIf yes, Provide a list of the materials and the results of one analysis of your effluent in picocuries per liter (pCi/L)for all radioactive parameters which may be present.Radioactive Materials Cone. (pCi/L)nuclear fuel (CAS no. 7440-61-1) 13,200 (tritium)Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 10 THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE ONLY REQUIRED FOR EXISTING PERMITTED FACILITIES.12. MAJOR AMENDMENT REQUESTS (Instructions, pages 30-31)Are you requesting a major amendment of an existing permit? _ Yes V_ NoIf yes, list each specific request and provide discussion on the scope of any requested permit changes.n/aIf necessary, provide supplemental information or additional data that will support the request.13. MINOR MODIFICATION REQUESTS (Instructions, page 31)Are you requesting any minor modifications to the permit? -Yes '/ No Note: see the instructions for anexclusive list of changes considered as minor modifications.If yes, list and discuss the requested changes.n/a14. MINOR AMENDMENT REQUESTS (Instructions, page 31)Are you requesting any minor amendments to the permit? V Yes -NoIf yes, list and discuss the requested changes.1) Remove Item 14 from the Other Requirements of the permit because it refers to regulations for cooling waterintake structures that do not apply to the closed-cycle recirculating system at the facility.2) Remove Item 15 from the Other Requirements of the permit because wastewater characterization data areprovided with this application.3) Add storm water to Ouffalls 101,401, 501, and 601. Storm water was listed In the 2004 TPDES renewalapplication for Outfalls 101, 401, and 601, but was not specifically described in permit. Storm water is a very smallcomponent of water that may discharge through Outfall 501 (there have been no discharges since December1992). Storm water is already listed in the final Outfall 001.4) Add uncontaminated groundwater to Outfall 001. Groundwater from excavation during construction of newelectric generating Units 3 and 4 will be routed to the Main Cooling Reservoir.5) Allow analysis of total residual chlorine by DPD spectrophotometric method (EPA Method 330.5) In htem 5 In theOther Requirements of the permiLTechnical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page I11 WORKSHEETSTO THE INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER PERMIT APPLICATION TECHNICAL REPORTPlease review the worksheet requirements in the instructions and indicate by checking either yes or no whichworksheets are required, completed, and submitted with the technical report. Worksheets that are not applicabledo not need to be submitted with the technical report.WORKSHEET COMPLETED ANDSUBMITTED WITH THETECHNICAL REPORT:YES NO1.0: EPA EFFLUENT CATEGORICAL GUIDELINES /2.0: POLLUTANT ANALYSES REQUIREMENTS /3.0: LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT 103.1: SURFACE LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT /3.2: SUBSURFACE LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT I3.3: SUBSURFACE AREA DRIP DISPERSAL SYSTEM LANDDISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT4.0: RECEIVING WATERS V/4.1: STREAM PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS WORKSHEET I5.0: SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL6.0: INDUSTRIAL WASTE CONTRIBUTION /7.0: STORM WATER RUNOFF8.0: AQUACULTURE _"9.0: CLASS V INJECTION WELL I10.0: QUARRIES IN THE JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY /Note: Worksheet 11.0 Cooling Water Intake Structures is also included.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 12 WORKSHEET 1.0 -EPA EFFLUENT CATEGORICAL GUIDELINESREQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR TPDES PERMITS FOR DISCHARGES OF WASTEWATERSSUBJECT TO EPA EFFLUENT LIMITATION GUIDELINES.1. CATEGORICAL INDUSTRIES (Instructions, pages 34-35)Is your facility subject to any of thc 40 CFR effluent guidelines outlined in Table I? V Yes _ NoIf yes, provide the appropriate information in the table below. If no, this worksheet is not required.Industry CFRSteam Electric Power GeneratIng 4232.a.PRODUCTION/PROCESS DATA (Instructions, page 35)Production data: Provide the appropriate data for effluent guidelines with production based effluent limitations.Subcategory Actual Quantity/Day Design Quantity/Day Unitsn/a_ __ I-_ _ I __ I _b. Organ ic Chemicals, Plastics, and Synthetic Fibers Manufacturing Data (40 CFR Part 414): Provide eachappropriate subpart and the percent of total production. Also provide the appropriate data for metal bearingwastestreams as required in 40 CFR Part 414, Appendices A and B.Subcategory % of total Appendix A and Bproduction Metal Processn/aWorksheet 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page I1-I | |||
: c. Refineries (40 CFR Part 419): Provide the applicable subcategory and a brief'justification for each.n/a3. PROCESS/NON-PROCESS WASTEWATER FLOWS: Provide a breakdown of process wastewaterflow(s) and non-process wastewater flow(s) as directed. (Instructions, page 35)See flow diagrams (7) following Worksheet 1:1) Overall Flow Diagram2) Flow Diagram -Outfall 0013) Flow Diagram -Ouffall 1014) Flow Diagram -Outfall 2015) Flow Diagram -Outfall 4016) Flow Diagram -Outfall 5017) Flow Diagram -Outfall 601With respect to effluent guidelines at 40 CFR 423, the facility does not generate the following types ofwastewater: coal pile runoff, fly/bottom ash transport water, and once-through cooling water.4. NEW SOURCE DETERMINATION: Provide a list of wastewater generating processes subject to effluentguidelines and the appropriate information. (Instructions, page 35)Process EPA Guideline Date Process/ConstructionCommencedPart SubpartSteam electric power generation 423 n/aUnits 1, 2 1975Units 3,4 2009 or 2010 (projected date)NRC Combined License --2012 (projected)Warksheet 1.0, TCEO-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 1-2 Evaporation Steam Electricfrom cooling reservoir & impoundments Plant Use//ISurface Waterfrom the Colorado River* YIGroundwaterSouth Texas ProjectElectric:Generating StationOutfall 001OTo Colorado RiverStorm WaterOverall Water Row DiagramNotes:No discharge from this outfall since March 4, 1997Somth U=5 Ped EIý GeMM"b S5*WTPflE9PeoNwO I9s My 2W5Q 0D0 0Low Volume Wastewaterincluding wastewater from the following operations andsources:*demineraiizer regenerant wastewater;-condenser polishing regenerant wastewater;-boiler blowdown;-boiler drainage;-laboratory, instrument, and sampling sources;-well water filler backwash;-water softener regenerate;-floor drains in chemical storage containmentareas;-rinse water from triple rinsing empty chemicaldrums;-fuel handling building HVAC blowdown; and-miscellaneous low volume wastewater.recirculation line.-........................................V4tNEUTRALIZATION BASINSNeutralization*Mixing'Sedimentationssludge to landfillI Oulfoll 101I 0.3) MGD (Ju105- Fab 09 average)to Main Cooling ReservoirMetal Cleaning Waste Effluent(Outfall 501")Storm WaterNotes:Flow Diagram -Outfall 1015. T... Pm"O 11101010- U5o2TPDES Porta DNG 0Trealment may be used based on Influent qualityOutfall 501 has not discharged since December 1992.U.t 2009' 0.9sludge to incineration and/or landfill..--" filter media to landfillNoles:Treatment process may be used based on Influeni characteristicsFlow Dia gram -DOWtal 201&m "- PPMi~d Ue.kM G-b...bna nYpoes P-ydN. eio Ma 5May 9 I II-,I I ISludge to landfill .--TER ---r 1- ---Outfall 4010.028 MGD(Jul 05 -Feb 09 Average)To Main CoolingReservoir To Outfall 101Flow Diagram -Outfail 501Notes:Treatment process may be used based an influent charecledstlcsI n~A~ .. P. nus~*.nG.,..ene ~Mop 2 0S------- -------DIGESTERAerobic DigestionIOutfall 6010.026 MGD(Jul 05IITpTo Main CoolingReservoirSludge to landfill WORKSHEET 2.0 -POLLUTANT ANALYSES REQUIREMENTSREQUIRED FOR APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED FOR A TPDES PERMIT. NOT REQUIRED FORAPPLICATIONS FOR A PERMIT TO DISPOSE OF ALL WASTEWATER BY LAND DISPOSAL OR FORDISCHARGES SOLELY OF STORM WATER RUNOFF. (General Requirements: Instructions, Pages 36-37)1. TABLE 1: Complete table required for all external outfalls. (Instructions, Page 37)ISfflue. nt Connrntra 'nn IrnartlPollutants Samp. 1 Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 AverageBOD (5-day) <2 <2 <2 <2 <2CBOD (5-day) <2 <2 <2 <2 <2Chemical Oxygen Demand 44.4 43 49.4 41.5 44.6Total Organic Carbon 12.2 13.6 16.2 15.4 114.4Dissolved Oxygen -----Ammonia Nitrogen <1 <1 <1 <1 <1Total Suspended Solids 12.4 11.2 30.8 18 18.1Nitrate Nitrogen <0.5 6.93 6.96 <0.5 3.6Total Organic Nitrogen 0.75 0.210 4.76 3.5 2.3Total Phosphorus <0.05 <0.05 0.0745 <0.05 0.037Oil and Grease <5 <5 <5 <5 <5Total Residual Chlorine 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00Total Dissolved Solids 2140 2270 2440 2430 2320Sulfate 179 180 181 199 185Chloride 971 960 1020 1040 998Fluoride 0.990 0.991 0.953 1.02 0.988Fecal Coliform <1 5 <1 <1 <1 (.eomegTemperature(F) 65.7 -65.5 65.5 64.0 65.2in)pH (Standard Units; min/max)8.668.778.758.808.74Effluent Concentration (;tg/I) MAL (ILg/I)Total Aluminum 220 159 431 240 262 30Total Antimony <5 <5 5.98 <5 3.37 60Total Arsenic 11.1 10.1 15.3 10.6 11.8 10Total Barium 392 440 442 418 423 10Total Beryllium <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 5Total Cadmium <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 ITotal Chromium 5.66 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Trivalent Chromium <10 <5 <5 <5 <5 N/AHexavalent Chromium <10 <10 <1 0 <10 <10 10Total Copper <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Cyanide (total) <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20Total Lead <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 5Total Mercury <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 0.2Total Nickel 8.64 <5 <5 <5 4.04 10Total Selenium 13.4 5.28 7.76 12.6 9.76 10Total Silver <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 2.0Total Thallium <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Total Zinc <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 5*Because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, samples were taken from the MainCooling Reservoir for effluent characterization, as allowed per the application instructions (pg. 1j7).Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006) rage 2-1 | |||
: 2. TABLE 2: Complete table required for all external outfalls which discharge process wastewater. Partialtable required for all external outfalls with nonprocess wastewater discharges. Storm waterrunoff discharges commingled with other wastestreams shall complete the table as instructed(Instructions, Page 37).Outfall No.: 001 EJCIOG Effluent Concentration (ig/l) (*])Pollutants Samp. 1 Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 Avera2e MAL (ttg/I)Benzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Benzidine <20 <20 <20 <20 <20 1;0Benzo(a'anthracene <5 <5 <5 <5 <S 0Bertzo(a)pvrene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Carbon Tetrachloride <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Chlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Chloroform <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Chrvsene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Cresols <5 <5 <5 <5 <5Dibromochloromethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 101.2-Dibromoethane <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 21,4-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 1 11.2-Dichloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10I.l-Dichloroethvlene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 !0Fluoride (mg/L) 0.990 0.991 0.953 1.02 0.988 SooH<exachlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I(Hexachlorobutadiene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 U)Hexachloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20Methyl Ethyl Ketone <20 <20 <20 <20 <20 50Nitrobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 IQn-Nitrosodiethylamine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20n-Nitroso-di-n-Butvlamine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20PCB's. Total (*3) <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 IPentachlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 ?0Pentachlorophenal <25 <25 <25 <25 <25 soPhenanthrene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Pyridine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 201.2.4.5-Tetrachlorobenzene <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 20Tetrachloroethylene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Trichloroethvlene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 101 Jl-Trichloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 l02,4.5-Trichlorophenol <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 so"rHM (Total Trihalomethanes) <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 1 0Vinyl Chloride <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 10(*1) Indicate units if different from ptg/l.(*2) MAL's for Cresols: p-Chloro-m-Cresol 10 tg/l; 4,6-Dinitro-o-Cresol 50 Vg/l; p-Cresol 10 gg/l(*3) Total of PCB-1242, PCB-1254, PCB-1221, PCB-1232, PCB-1248, PCB-1260, PCB-1016.Wocksheet 2.0. TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-2 | : 2. TABLE 2: Complete table required for all external outfalls which discharge process wastewater. Partialtable required for all external outfalls with nonprocess wastewater discharges. Storm waterrunoff discharges commingled with other wastestreams shall complete the table as instructed(Instructions, Page 37).Outfall No.: 001 EJCIOG Effluent Concentration (ig/l) (*])Pollutants Samp. 1 Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 Avera2e MAL (ttg/I)Benzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Benzidine <20 <20 <20 <20 <20 1;0Benzo(a'anthracene <5 <5 <5 <5 <S 0Bertzo(a)pvrene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Carbon Tetrachloride <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Chlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Chloroform <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Chrvsene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Cresols <5 <5 <5 <5 <5Dibromochloromethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 101.2-Dibromoethane <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 21,4-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 1 11.2-Dichloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10I.l-Dichloroethvlene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 !0Fluoride (mg/L) 0.990 0.991 0.953 1.02 0.988 SooH<exachlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I(Hexachlorobutadiene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 U)Hexachloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20Methyl Ethyl Ketone <20 <20 <20 <20 <20 50Nitrobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 IQn-Nitrosodiethylamine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20n-Nitroso-di-n-Butvlamine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20PCB's. Total (*3) <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 IPentachlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 ?0Pentachlorophenal <25 <25 <25 <25 <25 soPhenanthrene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Pyridine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 201.2.4.5-Tetrachlorobenzene <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 20Tetrachloroethylene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Trichloroethvlene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 101 Jl-Trichloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 l02,4.5-Trichlorophenol <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 so"rHM (Total Trihalomethanes) <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 1 0Vinyl Chloride <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 10(*1) Indicate units if different from ptg/l.(*2) MAL's for Cresols: p-Chloro-m-Cresol 10 tg/l; 4,6-Dinitro-o-Cresol 50 Vg/l; p-Cresol 10 gg/l(*3) Total of PCB-1242, PCB-1254, PCB-1221, PCB-1232, PCB-1248, PCB-1260, PCB-1016.Wocksheet 2.0. TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-2 | ||
: 3. TABLE 3: Partial table (only those pollutants which are required by the conditions specified) requiredfor each external outfall. Not required for internal outfflls. (Instructions, Page 38)a. TRIBUTYLTIN:Is your facility or will your proposed facility be an industrial/commercial facilities which directly disposes ofwastewater from the types of operations listed below or a domestic facilities which receive wastewater from thetypes of industrial/commercial operations listed below? _ Yes v/ NoIf yes, indicate with a check mark all ofthe following criteria which apply and provide the appropriate testing resultsin the table below._ Manufacturers and formulators of tributyltin or related compounds.Painting of ships, boats and marine structures.___ Ship and boat building and repairing.Ship and boat cleaning, salvage, wrecking and scaling.___ Operation and maintenance of marine cargo handling facilities and marinas_ Facilities engaged in wood preserving___ Any other industrial/commercial facility for which tributyltin is known to be present, or for which there isany reason to believe that tributyltin may be present in the effluent.b. ENTEROCOCCIDoes your facility or will your proposed facility discharge directly into saltwater receiving waters?/' Yes NoIf yes, provide the appropriate testing results in the table below.TABLE 3Outfall No.: Z -']C G Effluent Concentration (ItP/)Pollutants SamD. 1 SamD. 2 Samn. 3 Samo. 4 Averane MAL (uP/1)Tributyltin n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.010Enterococci ..... N/A*Outfall 001 discharges to Segment No. 1401 Colorado River Tidal. For bacteriologic analyses, fecalcoliform was analyzed (see Table 1) to be consistent with TPDES permit requirements (OtherRequirements, Item 15).00Worksheet 2.0, TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-3 | : 3. TABLE 3: Partial table (only those pollutants which are required by the conditions specified) requiredfor each external outfall. Not required for internal outfflls. (Instructions, Page 38)a. TRIBUTYLTIN:Is your facility or will your proposed facility be an industrial/commercial facilities which directly disposes ofwastewater from the types of operations listed below or a domestic facilities which receive wastewater from thetypes of industrial/commercial operations listed below? _ Yes v/ NoIf yes, indicate with a check mark all ofthe following criteria which apply and provide the appropriate testing resultsin the table below._ Manufacturers and formulators of tributyltin or related compounds.Painting of ships, boats and marine structures.___ Ship and boat building and repairing.Ship and boat cleaning, salvage, wrecking and scaling.___ Operation and maintenance of marine cargo handling facilities and marinas_ Facilities engaged in wood preserving___ Any other industrial/commercial facility for which tributyltin is known to be present, or for which there isany reason to believe that tributyltin may be present in the effluent.b. ENTEROCOCCIDoes your facility or will your proposed facility discharge directly into saltwater receiving waters?/' Yes NoIf yes, provide the appropriate testing results in the table below.TABLE 3Outfall No.: Z -']C G Effluent Concentration (ItP/)Pollutants SamD. 1 SamD. 2 Samn. 3 Samo. 4 Averane MAL (uP/1)Tributyltin n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.010Enterococci ..... N/A*Outfall 001 discharges to Segment No. 1401 Colorado River Tidal. For bacteriologic analyses, fecalcoliform was analyzed (see Table 1) to be consistent with TPDES permit requirements (OtherRequirements, Item 15).00Worksheet 2.0, TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-3 | ||
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: 7. TABLE 7: Please complete as directed and only for those parameters specified in Table 6. Required forall external outfalls which contain process wastewater. Not required for internal outfalls.Testing may be required for types of industry not specified in Table 6 for specific parametersif believed present (Instructions, Page 39).TABLE 7Outfall No.: 001" LC 12) Effluent Concentration (awl) *Polutants Average Maximum No. of Samples MAL (go)VOLATILE COMPOUNDSAcrolein <50 <50 4Acrylonitrile <10 <10 4 50Benzene <5 <5 4 t0Bromoform <5 <5 4 10Carbon Tetrachloride <5 <5 4 10Chlorobenzene <5 <5 4 10Chlorodibromomethane <5 <5 4 toChloroethane <10 <10 4 502-Chloroethylvinl Ether <10 <10 4 10Chloroform <5 <5 4 10Dichlorobromomethane <5 <5 4 101,l-Dichlomethane <5 <5 4 101,2,-Dichloroethane <5 <5 4 101,l-Dichloroethylene <5 <5 4 101,2-Dichloropropane <5 <5 4 101.3-Dichloropropylene <5 <5 4 10Ethylbenzene <5 <5 4 10Methyl Bromide <10 <10 4 50Methyl Chloride <10 <10 4 50Methylene Chloride <5 <5 4 201,1,2,2-Tewrachlorocthane <5 <5 4 10Tetrachloroethylene <5 <5 4 10Toluene <5 <5 4 101,2-Trans-Dichlorocthylene <5 <5 4 101, 1, 1 -Trichloroethane <5 <5 4 101, 1,2-Trichloroethane <5 <5 4 10Trichloroethylene <5 <5 4 10Vinyl Chloride <10 <10 4 10*Because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, samples were taken from theMain Cooling Reservoir for effluent characterization, as allowed per the application instructions (pg.37).Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-7 Effluent Concentration (ag/) S fPollutants Average Maximum No.of Samples MAL (Ag/i)ACID COMPOUNDS2-Chlorophenol <5 <5 4 102,4-Diehlorophenol <5 <5 4 102.4-Dimethvlphenol <5 <5 4 104.6-Dinitro-o-Cresol <25 <25 4 502.4-Dinitroohenol <25 <25 4 502-Nitrophenol <5 <5 4 204-Nitroohenol <25 <25 4 50P-Chloro-m-Cresol <5 <5 4 10Pentachlorophenol <25 <:25 4 50Phenol <5 <5 4 102.4.6-Trichlorophenol <5 <5 14 10BASE/NEUTRAL COMPOUNDSAcenaphthene <5 <5 4 10Acenaphthvlene <5 <5 4 10Anthracene <5 <5 4 10Benzidine <:2o <20 4 50Benzo(a)Anthracene <5 <5 4 10Benzo(a)Pvrene <5 <5 4 103.4-Benzofluoranthene <5 <5 4 10Benzo(ghi)Pervlene <5 <5 4 20Benzo(k')Fluoranthene <5 <5 4 10B is(2-Chloroethoxv) Methane <:5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Chloroethvl) Ether <5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Chloroisopropvi)Ether <5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Ethylhexvl)Phthalate <5 <5 4 104-Bromophenyl Phenyv.Ether <5 <5 4 10Butvlbenzvl Phthalate <5 <5 4 102-chloronaohthalene <5 <5 4 104-chlorophenvi phenyl ether <5 <5 10Chrvsene <5 <5 4 10Dibenzo(ah)Anthracene <5 <5 4 201.2-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 101.3-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 101.4-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 103.3-Dichlorobenzidine <10 <10 4 50Diethvl Phthalate <5 <5 4 I0Dimethyl Phthalate <5 <5 4 10Di-n-Butyl Phthalate, <5 <5 4 102.4-Dinitrotoluene <5 <5 4 10Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 9W2006)Page 2-8 Effluent Concentration (6iIM) *Pollutants Average Maximum No. of Samples MAL (pg/I)BASE/NEUTRAL COMPOUNDS (conm)2,6-Dinitrotoluene <5 <5 4 10Di-n-Octyl Phthalate .<5 <5 4 101,2-Diphenyl Hydrazine (as Azobenzene) <5 <5 4 20Fluoranthene <5 <5 4 10Fluorene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorobenzene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorobutadiene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorocyclopentadiene <5 <5 4 10Hexachloroethane <5 <5 4 20Indeno(I,2,3-cd)pyrene <5 <5 4 20Isophorone <5 <5 4 10Naphthalene <5 <5 4 10Nitrobenzene <5 <5 4 10N-Nitrosodimethylamine <5 <5 4 50N-Nitrosodi-n-Propylamine <5 <5 4 20N-Nitrosodiphenylaminc <5 <5 4 20Phenanthrene <5 <5 4 10Pyrene <5 <5 4 101,2,4-Trichlorobenzene. <5 1<5 4 10PESTICIDESAldrin n/a 0.05aIpha-BHC n/a 0.05beta-BHC n/a 0.05gamma-BHC n/a 0.05delta-BHC n/a 0.05Chlordane n/a 0.154,4,-DDT n/a 0.14,4,-DDE n/a 0.14,4,-DDE n/a 0.1Dicldrin n/a 0.1alpha-Endosulfan ........ n/a 0.1beta-Endosulfan n/a O.IEndosulfan Sulfate n/a 0.1Endrin n/a 0.1Endrin Aldehyde n/a 0.1Heptachlor n/a 0.05Worksheat 2.0, TCEQ-iOO55 (Revised W2006)Page 2-9 Effluent Concentration (PP/A)Pollutants Average Maximum No. of Samples FMAL (F gl)PESTICIDES (cont.) _Heptachlor Epoxide n/aPCB-1254 <1 <1 4 1.0PCB-1221 <1 <1 4 1.0PCB- 1242 < _ _ <1 4PCB-1232 <i <1 4 1.0PCB- 1248 <1 _ <1 4 1.0PCB-1260 <l <1 4 1.0PCB-1016 <1 <1 4 1.0Toxaphene I _n/a 5.0Indicate units if different from Rg/!Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-10 | : 7. TABLE 7: Please complete as directed and only for those parameters specified in Table 6. Required forall external outfalls which contain process wastewater. Not required for internal outfalls.Testing may be required for types of industry not specified in Table 6 for specific parametersif believed present (Instructions, Page 39).TABLE 7Outfall No.: 001" LC 12) Effluent Concentration (awl) *Polutants Average Maximum No. of Samples MAL (go)VOLATILE COMPOUNDSAcrolein <50 <50 4Acrylonitrile <10 <10 4 50Benzene <5 <5 4 t0Bromoform <5 <5 4 10Carbon Tetrachloride <5 <5 4 10Chlorobenzene <5 <5 4 10Chlorodibromomethane <5 <5 4 toChloroethane <10 <10 4 502-Chloroethylvinl Ether <10 <10 4 10Chloroform <5 <5 4 10Dichlorobromomethane <5 <5 4 101,l-Dichlomethane <5 <5 4 101,2,-Dichloroethane <5 <5 4 101,l-Dichloroethylene <5 <5 4 101,2-Dichloropropane <5 <5 4 101.3-Dichloropropylene <5 <5 4 10Ethylbenzene <5 <5 4 10Methyl Bromide <10 <10 4 50Methyl Chloride <10 <10 4 50Methylene Chloride <5 <5 4 201,1,2,2-Tewrachlorocthane <5 <5 4 10Tetrachloroethylene <5 <5 4 10Toluene <5 <5 4 101,2-Trans-Dichlorocthylene <5 <5 4 101, 1, 1 -Trichloroethane <5 <5 4 101, 1,2-Trichloroethane <5 <5 4 10Trichloroethylene <5 <5 4 10Vinyl Chloride <10 <10 4 10*Because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, samples were taken from theMain Cooling Reservoir for effluent characterization, as allowed per the application instructions (pg.37).Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-7 Effluent Concentration (ag/) S fPollutants Average Maximum No.of Samples MAL (Ag/i)ACID COMPOUNDS2-Chlorophenol <5 <5 4 102,4-Diehlorophenol <5 <5 4 102.4-Dimethvlphenol <5 <5 4 104.6-Dinitro-o-Cresol <25 <25 4 502.4-Dinitroohenol <25 <25 4 502-Nitrophenol <5 <5 4 204-Nitroohenol <25 <25 4 50P-Chloro-m-Cresol <5 <5 4 10Pentachlorophenol <25 <:25 4 50Phenol <5 <5 4 102.4.6-Trichlorophenol <5 <5 14 10BASE/NEUTRAL COMPOUNDSAcenaphthene <5 <5 4 10Acenaphthvlene <5 <5 4 10Anthracene <5 <5 4 10Benzidine <:2o <20 4 50Benzo(a)Anthracene <5 <5 4 10Benzo(a)Pvrene <5 <5 4 103.4-Benzofluoranthene <5 <5 4 10Benzo(ghi)Pervlene <5 <5 4 20Benzo(k')Fluoranthene <5 <5 4 10B is(2-Chloroethoxv) Methane <:5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Chloroethvl) Ether <5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Chloroisopropvi)Ether <5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Ethylhexvl)Phthalate <5 <5 4 104-Bromophenyl Phenyv.Ether <5 <5 4 10Butvlbenzvl Phthalate <5 <5 4 102-chloronaohthalene <5 <5 4 104-chlorophenvi phenyl ether <5 <5 10Chrvsene <5 <5 4 10Dibenzo(ah)Anthracene <5 <5 4 201.2-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 101.3-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 101.4-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 103.3-Dichlorobenzidine <10 <10 4 50Diethvl Phthalate <5 <5 4 I0Dimethyl Phthalate <5 <5 4 10Di-n-Butyl Phthalate, <5 <5 4 102.4-Dinitrotoluene <5 <5 4 10Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 9W2006)Page 2-8 Effluent Concentration (6iIM) *Pollutants Average Maximum No. of Samples MAL (pg/I)BASE/NEUTRAL COMPOUNDS (conm)2,6-Dinitrotoluene <5 <5 4 10Di-n-Octyl Phthalate .<5 <5 4 101,2-Diphenyl Hydrazine (as Azobenzene) <5 <5 4 20Fluoranthene <5 <5 4 10Fluorene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorobenzene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorobutadiene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorocyclopentadiene <5 <5 4 10Hexachloroethane <5 <5 4 20Indeno(I,2,3-cd)pyrene <5 <5 4 20Isophorone <5 <5 4 10Naphthalene <5 <5 4 10Nitrobenzene <5 <5 4 10N-Nitrosodimethylamine <5 <5 4 50N-Nitrosodi-n-Propylamine <5 <5 4 20N-Nitrosodiphenylaminc <5 <5 4 20Phenanthrene <5 <5 4 10Pyrene <5 <5 4 101,2,4-Trichlorobenzene. <5 1<5 4 10PESTICIDESAldrin n/a 0.05aIpha-BHC n/a 0.05beta-BHC n/a 0.05gamma-BHC n/a 0.05delta-BHC n/a 0.05Chlordane n/a 0.154,4,-DDT n/a 0.14,4,-DDE n/a 0.14,4,-DDE n/a 0.1Dicldrin n/a 0.1alpha-Endosulfan ........ n/a 0.1beta-Endosulfan n/a O.IEndosulfan Sulfate n/a 0.1Endrin n/a 0.1Endrin Aldehyde n/a 0.1Heptachlor n/a 0.05Worksheat 2.0, TCEQ-iOO55 (Revised W2006)Page 2-9 Effluent Concentration (PP/A)Pollutants Average Maximum No. of Samples FMAL (F gl)PESTICIDES (cont.) _Heptachlor Epoxide n/aPCB-1254 <1 <1 4 1.0PCB-1221 <1 <1 4 1.0PCB- 1242 < _ _ <1 4PCB-1232 <i <1 4 1.0PCB- 1248 <1 _ <1 4 1.0PCB-1260 <l <1 4 1.0PCB-1016 <1 <1 4 1.0Toxaphene I _n/a 5.0Indicate units if different from Rg/!Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-10 | ||
: 8. TABLE 8 (DIOXINSIFURAN COMPOUNDS): Please complete as directed. Not required for internal outfalls.(Instructions, Pages 39-40)a. Are any of the following compounds manufactured and/or used in a process at the facility?_ Yes / NoIf yes, indicate with a check mark the compound(s) which apply and provide a brief description of the conditions ofits/their presence at the facility.-2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy acetic acid (2,4,5-T) CAS #93-76-52-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) propanoic acid (Silvex, 2,4,5-TP) CAS #93-72-1__2-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) ethyl 2,2-dichloropropionate (Erbon) CAS #136-25-4_____ 0,0-dimethyl 0-(2,4,5-rrichlorophenyl) phosphorothioate (Ronnel) CAS #299-84-3____ 2,4,5-trichlorophenol (TCP) CAS #95-954_ Hexachlorophene (HCP) CAS #70-30-4b. Do you know or have any reason to believe that 2,3,7,8 Tetrachlorodibenzo-P-Dioxin (TCDD) or any congenersof TCDD may be present in your effluent? __ Yes V NoIf yes, provide a brief description of the conditions for its presence.nlac. If your responded yes to either item a or b, complete Table 8 as instructed.TABLE 8Outfall E3C fl]G Wastewater SludgeEquivalent Concentration Equivalents Concentration EquivalentsCompound Factors (ppq) (ppq) (ppt) (ppt) MAL (ppq)2,3,7,8-TCDD 1 10.0I,2,3,7,R-PeCDD 0.5 50.02,3,7,8-HxCDDs 0.1 50.02,3,7,8-TCDF 0.1 10.01,2,3,7,8-PeCDF 0.05 50.02,3,4,7,8-PeCDF 0.5 50.02,3,7,8-HxCDFs 0.1 50.0TotalWorksheet 2.0. TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-11 | : 8. TABLE 8 (DIOXINSIFURAN COMPOUNDS): Please complete as directed. Not required for internal outfalls.(Instructions, Pages 39-40)a. Are any of the following compounds manufactured and/or used in a process at the facility?_ Yes / NoIf yes, indicate with a check mark the compound(s) which apply and provide a brief description of the conditions ofits/their presence at the facility.-2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy acetic acid (2,4,5-T) CAS #93-76-52-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) propanoic acid (Silvex, 2,4,5-TP) CAS #93-72-1__2-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) ethyl 2,2-dichloropropionate (Erbon) CAS #136-25-4_____ 0,0-dimethyl 0-(2,4,5-rrichlorophenyl) phosphorothioate (Ronnel) CAS #299-84-3____ 2,4,5-trichlorophenol (TCP) CAS #95-954_ Hexachlorophene (HCP) CAS #70-30-4b. Do you know or have any reason to believe that 2,3,7,8 Tetrachlorodibenzo-P-Dioxin (TCDD) or any congenersof TCDD may be present in your effluent? __ Yes V NoIf yes, provide a brief description of the conditions for its presence.nlac. If your responded yes to either item a or b, complete Table 8 as instructed.TABLE 8Outfall E3C fl]G Wastewater SludgeEquivalent Concentration Equivalents Concentration EquivalentsCompound Factors (ppq) (ppq) (ppt) (ppt) MAL (ppq)2,3,7,8-TCDD 1 10.0I,2,3,7,R-PeCDD 0.5 50.02,3,7,8-HxCDDs 0.1 50.02,3,7,8-TCDF 0.1 10.01,2,3,7,8-PeCDF 0.05 50.02,3,4,7,8-PeCDF 0.5 50.02,3,7,8-HxCDFs 0.1 50.0TotalWorksheet 2.0. TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-11 | ||
: 9. TABLE 9 (HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES): Proceed complete as directed. Not required for internal outfalls.(Instructions, Pages 41)a. Are there any pollutants listed in the instructions (page 41) believed present in the discharge?Yes / Nob. Are there pollutants listed in Item No. I.d. on Page No. 1 of this technical report which are believed present inthe discharge and have not been analytically quantified elsewhere in this application? __- Yes / NoIf your responded yes to either item, complete Table 9 as instructed.TABLE 9Pollutant & CAS Number Average Maximum No. of Analytical(jIg/i) (Wig/I) Samples Methodn/a0Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-12 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES 01908 ApplicationMay-09Laboratories Providing AnalysesParameters LaboratoryField analyses (temperature, pH, total STP Nuclear Operating Companyresidual chlorine) (permittee)SPL Inc.All others 8880 Interchange DriveHouston, TX 77054(713) 660-09010Worksheet 2.0Page 2-13 WORKSHEET 4.0 -RECEIVING WATERSTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS!. DOMESTIC DRINKING WATER SUPPLY (Instructions, Page 54)Is there a surface water intake for domestic drinking water supply located within 5 (five) miles downstream fromthe point/proposed point of discharge? __ Yes V NoIf yes, identify owner of the drinking water supply, the distance and direction to the intake, and locate and identifythe intake on the USGS map. Indicate by a check mark that the requested information is provided:2. DISCHARGE INTO TIDALLY INFLUENCED WATERS (Instructions, Page 54)a. Width of the receiving water at the outfall? -300 feetb. Are there oyster reefs in the vicinity of the discharge? __ Yes V NoIf yes, indicate approximate distance and direction from outfall(s): n/ac. Are there any sea grasses within the vicinity of the point of discharge? __ Yes V/ NoIf yes, provide the distance and direction to the grasses: n/a3. CLASSIFIED SEGMENT (Instructions, Page 54)Is the discharge directly into (or within 300 feet of) a classified segment? v' Yes __ No (See note* below.)'From Outfall 001, the discharge flows through a pipe -1 mile directly to the Colorado River.If yes, stop here. It is not necessary to complete items 4 and 5 and it is not necessary to complete Worksheet 2.1.If no, complete items 4 and 5.4. DESCRIPTION OF IMMEDIATE RECEIVING WATERS (Instructions, Page 55)Name of the immediate receiving waters: n/aa. Check the appropriate description of the receiving watersMan-made Channel or DitchStream or creekLake or PondSurface area acres. Average depth of the entire water body __ feetAverage depth of water body within a 500-foot radius or the discharge point __ feet___ Freshwater Swamp or Marsh___ Tidal Stream, Bayou, or Marsh___ Open BayOther:If a man-made channel, ditch or stream was checked above, provide the following:b. Check one of the following that best characterizes the area upstream of the discharge. For new discharges,characterize the area downstream of the discharge (check one)._ Intermittent (dry for at least one week during most years)___ Intermittent with Perennial Pools (enduring pools containing sufficient habitat to maintain significantaquatic life uses)___ Perennial (normally flowing)Worksheet 4.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 4-1 Check the method used to characterize the area upstream (or downstream for new dischargers): USGS flowrecords,__ personal observation, _ historical observation by adjacent landowner(s), _ others, specify:c. List the name(s) of all perennial streams that join the receiving water within three miles downstream of the.discharge point:n/ad. Do the receiving water characteristics change within three miles downstream of the discharge? (e.g., natural orman-made dams, ponds, reservoirs, etc.) _ Yes __ NoIf yes, discuss how:e. Provide general observations of the water body during normal dry weather conditions:n/aDate and time ofobservation: _l/aWas water body influenced by storm water runoff during observations?Yes No5. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF WATER BODY (Instructions, Page 55)a. Is the receiving water upstream of the discharges or proposed discharge site influenced by (check as appropriate):oil field activities urban runoff_ agricultural runoff___ upstream dischargeseptic tanks__ Others, specify belowb. Uses of water body, observed or evidences of (check as appropriate):__ livestock watering contact recreationnon contact recreation __ fishing__ domestic water supply __ industrial water supplyothers- snecifv below__ irrigation withdrawal__ navigation__ picnic park activitiesc. Check one of the following to best describe the aesthetics of the receiving water and the surrounding area:Wilderness: outstanding natural beauty; usually wooded or unpastured area: water clarity exceptionalNatural Arc : trees and/or native vegetation common; some development evident (from fields,pastures,dwellings); water clarity discoloredCommon Setting: not offensive, developed but uncluttered; water may be colored or turbidOffensive: stream does not enhance aesthetics; cluttered; highly developed; dumping areas; water discoloredWaitsheot 4.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 91200)aPage 4-2 WORKSHEET 5.0 -SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS THAT MEET THECONDITIONS AS OUTLINED IN TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0, ITEM NO. 7.1. SEWAGE SLUDGE SOLIDS MANAGEMENT PLAN (Instructions, Page 58)a. Is this a new permit application or an amendment permit application? -Yes v' Nob. Does the facility discharge in the Lake Houston watershed? _ Yes V' NoIf yes to either item a or b, _ indicate by a check mark that a solids management plan was provided with theapplication.2. SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL (Instructions, Pages 58-59)a. Please check the current sludge disposal method(s). More than one method can be checked.V Permitted landfill Marketing and distribution by the permiittee-Registered land application site Composted by the permitteeSurface disposal site (sludge monofill)Transported to another WWTP (written statement or contractual agreement required)Beneficial land application as authorized in the existing permitb. Disposal site name, TCEQ Permit/Registration Number and County where disposal site is located:Blue Ridge Landfill, Fort Bend County, permit no. 1505c. Method of Transportation (truck, train, pipe, other) and hauler Registration Number:truck, Aqua Zyme Services, registration no. 21480Transported in: liquid semi-liquid _ semi-solid 9' solid stateLand application for: Reclamation Soil Conditioningd. Ifthe existing permit contains authorization for sludge land application, composting, marketing and distributionof sludge, and/or sludge lagoons and authorization to renew the activity is being sought in the application, theappropriate sections of the Sludge Technical Report must be provided.3. PERMIT AUTHORIZATION FOR SEWAGE SLUDGE DISPOSAL (Instructions, Page 59)Are you requesting new authorization to beneficially land apply sewage sludge at this site or a site under your directcontrol? Yes %/ NoAre you requesting new authorization to market and distribute sewage sludge at this facility or a facility under yourdirect control? Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to compost sewage sludge? __ Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to surface dispose sewage sludge at this site or site under your direct control?Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to incinerate sewage sludge at this site or site under your direct control?Yes %/ NoIf yes to any of the above items, provide the information required in the SLUDGE TECHNICAL REPORT.New authorization for beneficial land application, incineration, and sludge lagoons in the TPDES or TLAP permitsrequires a mawor amendment to the permit. New authorization for composting may require a major amendment to thepermit. See the instructions for an explanation whether a major amendment is required or if authorization forcomposting can be added through the renewal process.Worksheet 5.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006) Page 5-1 WORKSHEET 11.0 -COOLING WATER INTAKE STRUCTURESREQUIRED FOR ALL INDIVIDUAL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS FOR:" MANUFACTURING FACILITIES CONSTRUCTED ON OR AFTER JANUARY 17, 2002* ALL POWER GENERATING FACILITIES40 CFR Part 125, Subparts I and J regulate the cooling water intake structure(s) certain at power generation andmanufacturing facilities. 40 CFR Part 125, Subparts I and J should be thoroughly reviewed prior to completingany portion of this worksheet.1. Phase I Facilitiesa. ApplicabilityPlease answer the following:Facility Yes No N/Ai. Is this facility def'ied as a new facility? /ii. Is this a point source that uses/proposes to use a cooling waterintake structure to withdraw cooling water from waters of the /United States?iii. Does the facility have at least one cooling water intake structurethat uses >25% of the water it withdraws for cooling purposes /(average monthly basis)?iv. Does the facility have a design intake flow _>2 MGD? "If yes to all of the questions, 316(b) Phase I is applicable to this facility and you will need tocontinue to Item 1.b. If no or N/A to any of the questions, stop here.b. Compliance AlternativePlease indicate the compliance alternative selected for this facility.Corn plance Alternative Selectedi. Track I, facilities withdrawing a 10 MGDii. Track I, facilities withdrawing _ 2 MGD and <1 0 MGDiii. Track IIc. Application RequirementsThe 316(b) Phase I Compliance Report has been submitted with this permit application | : 9. TABLE 9 (HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES): Proceed complete as directed. Not required for internal outfalls.(Instructions, Pages 41)a. Are there any pollutants listed in the instructions (page 41) believed present in the discharge?Yes / Nob. Are there pollutants listed in Item No. I.d. on Page No. 1 of this technical report which are believed present inthe discharge and have not been analytically quantified elsewhere in this application? __- Yes / NoIf your responded yes to either item, complete Table 9 as instructed.TABLE 9Pollutant & CAS Number Average Maximum No. of Analytical(jIg/i) (Wig/I) Samples Methodn/a0Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-12 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES 01908 ApplicationMay-09Laboratories Providing AnalysesParameters LaboratoryField analyses (temperature, pH, total STP Nuclear Operating Companyresidual chlorine) (permittee)SPL Inc.All others 8880 Interchange DriveHouston, TX 77054(713) 660-09010Worksheet 2.0Page 2-13 WORKSHEET 4.0 -RECEIVING WATERSTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS!. DOMESTIC DRINKING WATER SUPPLY (Instructions, Page 54)Is there a surface water intake for domestic drinking water supply located within 5 (five) miles downstream fromthe point/proposed point of discharge? __ Yes V NoIf yes, identify owner of the drinking water supply, the distance and direction to the intake, and locate and identifythe intake on the USGS map. Indicate by a check mark that the requested information is provided:2. DISCHARGE INTO TIDALLY INFLUENCED WATERS (Instructions, Page 54)a. Width of the receiving water at the outfall? -300 feetb. Are there oyster reefs in the vicinity of the discharge? __ Yes V NoIf yes, indicate approximate distance and direction from outfall(s): n/ac. Are there any sea grasses within the vicinity of the point of discharge? __ Yes V/ NoIf yes, provide the distance and direction to the grasses: n/a3. CLASSIFIED SEGMENT (Instructions, Page 54)Is the discharge directly into (or within 300 feet of) a classified segment? v' Yes __ No (See note* below.)'From Outfall 001, the discharge flows through a pipe -1 mile directly to the Colorado River.If yes, stop here. It is not necessary to complete items 4 and 5 and it is not necessary to complete Worksheet 2.1.If no, complete items 4 and 5.4. DESCRIPTION OF IMMEDIATE RECEIVING WATERS (Instructions, Page 55)Name of the immediate receiving waters: n/aa. Check the appropriate description of the receiving watersMan-made Channel or DitchStream or creekLake or PondSurface area acres. Average depth of the entire water body __ feetAverage depth of water body within a 500-foot radius or the discharge point __ feet___ Freshwater Swamp or Marsh___ Tidal Stream, Bayou, or Marsh___ Open BayOther:If a man-made channel, ditch or stream was checked above, provide the following:b. Check one of the following that best characterizes the area upstream of the discharge. For new discharges,characterize the area downstream of the discharge (check one)._ Intermittent (dry for at least one week during most years)___ Intermittent with Perennial Pools (enduring pools containing sufficient habitat to maintain significantaquatic life uses)___ Perennial (normally flowing)Worksheet 4.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 4-1 Check the method used to characterize the area upstream (or downstream for new dischargers): USGS flowrecords,__ personal observation, _ historical observation by adjacent landowner(s), _ others, specify:c. List the name(s) of all perennial streams that join the receiving water within three miles downstream of the.discharge point:n/ad. Do the receiving water characteristics change within three miles downstream of the discharge? (e.g., natural orman-made dams, ponds, reservoirs, etc.) _ Yes __ NoIf yes, discuss how:e. Provide general observations of the water body during normal dry weather conditions:n/aDate and time ofobservation: _l/aWas water body influenced by storm water runoff during observations?Yes No5. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF WATER BODY (Instructions, Page 55)a. Is the receiving water upstream of the discharges or proposed discharge site influenced by (check as appropriate):oil field activities urban runoff_ agricultural runoff___ upstream dischargeseptic tanks__ Others, specify belowb. Uses of water body, observed or evidences of (check as appropriate):__ livestock watering contact recreationnon contact recreation __ fishing__ domestic water supply __ industrial water supplyothers- snecifv below__ irrigation withdrawal__ navigation__ picnic park activitiesc. Check one of the following to best describe the aesthetics of the receiving water and the surrounding area:Wilderness: outstanding natural beauty; usually wooded or unpastured area: water clarity exceptionalNatural Arc : trees and/or native vegetation common; some development evident (from fields,pastures,dwellings); water clarity discoloredCommon Setting: not offensive, developed but uncluttered; water may be colored or turbidOffensive: stream does not enhance aesthetics; cluttered; highly developed; dumping areas; water discoloredWaitsheot 4.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 91200)aPage 4-2 WORKSHEET 5.0 -SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS THAT MEET THECONDITIONS AS OUTLINED IN TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0, ITEM NO. 7.1. SEWAGE SLUDGE SOLIDS MANAGEMENT PLAN (Instructions, Page 58)a. Is this a new permit application or an amendment permit application? -Yes v' Nob. Does the facility discharge in the Lake Houston watershed? _ Yes V' NoIf yes to either item a or b, _ indicate by a check mark that a solids management plan was provided with theapplication.2. SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL (Instructions, Pages 58-59)a. Please check the current sludge disposal method(s). More than one method can be checked.V Permitted landfill Marketing and distribution by the permiittee-Registered land application site Composted by the permitteeSurface disposal site (sludge monofill)Transported to another WWTP (written statement or contractual agreement required)Beneficial land application as authorized in the existing permitb. Disposal site name, TCEQ Permit/Registration Number and County where disposal site is located:Blue Ridge Landfill, Fort Bend County, permit no. 1505c. Method of Transportation (truck, train, pipe, other) and hauler Registration Number:truck, Aqua Zyme Services, registration no. 21480Transported in: liquid semi-liquid _ semi-solid 9' solid stateLand application for: Reclamation Soil Conditioningd. Ifthe existing permit contains authorization for sludge land application, composting, marketing and distributionof sludge, and/or sludge lagoons and authorization to renew the activity is being sought in the application, theappropriate sections of the Sludge Technical Report must be provided.3. PERMIT AUTHORIZATION FOR SEWAGE SLUDGE DISPOSAL (Instructions, Page 59)Are you requesting new authorization to beneficially land apply sewage sludge at this site or a site under your directcontrol? Yes %/ NoAre you requesting new authorization to market and distribute sewage sludge at this facility or a facility under yourdirect control? Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to compost sewage sludge? __ Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to surface dispose sewage sludge at this site or site under your direct control?Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to incinerate sewage sludge at this site or site under your direct control?Yes %/ NoIf yes to any of the above items, provide the information required in the SLUDGE TECHNICAL REPORT.New authorization for beneficial land application, incineration, and sludge lagoons in the TPDES or TLAP permitsrequires a mawor amendment to the permit. New authorization for composting may require a major amendment to thepermit. See the instructions for an explanation whether a major amendment is required or if authorization forcomposting can be added through the renewal process.Worksheet 5.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006) Page 5-1 WORKSHEET 11.0 -COOLING WATER INTAKE STRUCTURESREQUIRED FOR ALL INDIVIDUAL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS FOR:" MANUFACTURING FACILITIES CONSTRUCTED ON OR AFTER JANUARY 17, 2002* ALL POWER GENERATING FACILITIES40 CFR Part 125, Subparts I and J regulate the cooling water intake structure(s) certain at power generation andmanufacturing facilities. 40 CFR Part 125, Subparts I and J should be thoroughly reviewed prior to completingany portion of this worksheet.1. Phase I Facilitiesa. ApplicabilityPlease answer the following:Facility Yes No N/Ai. Is this facility def'ied as a new facility? /ii. Is this a point source that uses/proposes to use a cooling waterintake structure to withdraw cooling water from waters of the /United States?iii. Does the facility have at least one cooling water intake structurethat uses >25% of the water it withdraws for cooling purposes /(average monthly basis)?iv. Does the facility have a design intake flow _>2 MGD? "If yes to all of the questions, 316(b) Phase I is applicable to this facility and you will need tocontinue to Item 1.b. If no or N/A to any of the questions, stop here.b. Compliance AlternativePlease indicate the compliance alternative selected for this facility.Corn plance Alternative Selectedi. Track I, facilities withdrawing a 10 MGDii. Track I, facilities withdrawing _ 2 MGD and <1 0 MGDiii. Track IIc. Application RequirementsThe 316(b) Phase I Compliance Report has been submitted with this permit application as | ||
: 2. Phase [I Facilitiesa. ApplicabilityPlease answer the following:Yes No N/Ai. Does this facility, as its primary activity, generate/transmit orgenerate/sell for transmission electric power?ii. Was the facility constructed prior to January 17, 2002? /iii. Is this a point source that uses/proposes to use a cooling waterintake structure to withdraw cooling water from waters of the /United States?iv. Does the facility have at least one cooling water intake structurethat uses >25%.of water withdrawn used exclusively for cooling /purposes (monthly average basis)?v. Does the facility have a design intake flow of>50 MGD? I/If yes to al_ of the questions, 316(b) Phase 11 is applicable to this facility and you will need tocontinue to Item L.b. If no or N/A to anv of the questions, stop here.b. Compliance AlternativePlease indicate the compliance alternative selected for this facility.Compliance Alternative Selected(1) (i) Flow reduced commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating system.(ii) Maximum through-screen design intake velocity reduced to 0.5fl/sec.(2) Existing design/construction technologies, operational measures, and/orrestoration measures meet the performance standards specified at 40 CFR§ 125.94(b) and/or the restoration requirements in 40 CFR § 125.94(c).(3) New in combination with existing design/construction technologies,operational measures, and/or restoration measures meet the performancestandards specified at 40 CFR § 125.94(b) and/or the restoration requirementsin 40 CFR § 125.94(c).(4) Approved design and construction technology in accordance with 40 CFR-_§ 125.99(a) or (b).(5) Site-Specific Determination of Best Technology Available(i) Costs significantly gr~e.ater than those considered by EPA (cost/cost)(ii)[ Cost significantly greater than benefits (cost/benefit)c. Application RequirementsThe 316(b) Phase II Compliance Report has been submitted with this permit application | |||
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n/aPlease complete the table provided, indicating with an "x" that the information has been submitted.*"ew facility means any building, structure, facility, or installation that meets the definition of a "new source" or "new discharger" in 40 CFR 122.2 and122.29(bXl ), (2), and (4) and is a greenfleld or stand-alone facility; commences construction after January 17, 2002; and uses either a newlyconstructed cooling water Intake structure, or an existing cooling water intake structure whose design capacity is increased to accommodate theintake of additional cooling water. New facilities Include only "greenfield" and "stand-alone" facilities. A greenfield facility is a facility that Isconstructed at a site at which no other source Is located, or that totally replaces the process or production equipment at an existing facility (see 40CFR 122.29(b)(1)(1) and (i1)). A stand-alone facility is a new, separate facility that is constructed on property where an existing facility is located andwhose processes are substantially independent of the'existing facility at the same site ( see 40 CFR 122.29(b){1)(iii)). New facility does not include newunits that are added to a facility for purposes of the same general industrial operation (for example, a new peaking unit at an electrical generatingstation).0Worksheet 11.0, TCEQ-100S5 (Revised 0912006)Page 1 1- 1 316(b) Phase I Compliance Demonstration Requirements'The Design and Construction Technology Plan is required ONLY where:there are threatened and endangered or otherwise protected federal, state, or tribal species, or critical habitatfor these species, within the hydraulic zone of influence of the cooling water intake structure;ORbased on information submitted by any fishery management agency(ies) or relevant information, there aremigratory and/or sport or commercial species of impingement concern that pass through the hydraulic zoneof influence of the cooling water intake structure;ORit is determined, based on information submitted by any fishery management agency(ies) or other relevantinformation, that the proposed facility, after meeting the technology-based performance requirements in 40CFR §125.84(b)(1), (2), and (3) would still contribute unacceptable stress to the protected species, criticalhabitat of those species, or these species of concern.Worksheet 11.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 0912006)Page 11-2 | |||
: 2. Phase [I Facilitiesa. ApplicabilityPlease answer the following:Yes No N/Ai. Does this facility, as its primary activity, generate/transmit orgenerate/sell for transmission electric power?ii. Was the facility constructed prior to January 17, 2002? /iii. Is this a point source that uses/proposes to use a cooling waterintake structure to withdraw cooling water from waters of the /United States?iv. Does the facility have at least one cooling water intake structurethat uses >25%.of water withdrawn used exclusively for cooling /purposes (monthly average basis)?v. Does the facility have a design intake flow of>50 MGD? I/If yes to al_ of the questions, 316(b) Phase 11 is applicable to this facility and you will need tocontinue to Item L.b. If no or N/A to anv of the questions, stop here.b. Compliance AlternativePlease indicate the compliance alternative selected for this facility.Compliance Alternative Selected(1) (i) Flow reduced commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating system.(ii) Maximum through-screen design intake velocity reduced to 0.5fl/sec.(2) Existing design/construction technologies, operational measures, and/orrestoration measures meet the performance standards specified at 40 CFR§ 125.94(b) and/or the restoration requirements in 40 CFR § 125.94(c).(3) New in combination with existing design/construction technologies,operational measures, and/or restoration measures meet the performancestandards specified at 40 CFR § 125.94(b) and/or the restoration requirementsin 40 CFR § 125.94(c).(4) Approved design and construction technology in accordance with 40 CFR-_§ 125.99(a) or (b).(5) Site-Specific Determination of Best Technology Available(i) Costs significantly gr~e.ater than those considered by EPA (cost/cost)(ii)[ Cost significantly greater than benefits (cost/benefit)c. Application RequirementsThe 316(b) Phase II Compliance Report has been submitted with this permit application as | |||
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See the attachled etterm lollowing this page:1) Letter from STP Nuclear Operating Company to Mr. Kelly Holligan, Texas Commission on Environmental OualilTy (TCEO). May24. 2007.2) e from Mr. Kelly Holligan. TCEO to STP Nuclear Operating Company, June 27, 2007.Please complete the table provided, indicating with an "x" that the information has been submitted.316(b) Phase II Compliance Demonstration Requirements0Worksheet 11.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 09/2006)Page 11 -3 0rr T146 CFR_~l2Z.2i Cnmnr~ha~n~iv~ DenIfln~tratlom1 Study ICI)S~Compliance Optioni)(ii),2340CFR§122.21(r)Com rehensive Demonstration Study (CDS)*0UD.I-U4242042U,U,I-U910Uý0.S00In.101Technology&conmpliance assessmentinformation00-4U4Information to support site-specificdetermination of best technologyavailable for minimizing adverseenvironmental impact0::0U,U'0>~.f.0C'sc's0I-.QL=rn/'00tC0I ...-II44 _ _ __'This compliance alternative demonstrates compliance with impingement perlormance standards only. Where entrainment performance standards are applicable,please also select a separate compliance alternative for entrainment and submit all applicable data,2The PIC is submitted ONLY where a FINAL PIG has not been previously submitted to the TCEQ."'l'he Restoration Plan is submitted ONLY where the facility proposes restoration measures.4Thc Verification Monitoring Plan is submitted ONLY where the facility proposes design and construction technologies and/or operational measures.Workshee 11.0, TCEQ-10055 (Reviscd 09)2006)Page 11-4 Nuclear Operating CompanySouh R d ckcw c .rL- t Szauan P0 .ar 2*2 b Traw 77483 .May 24, 2007NOC-TX-07016176PFN: W02STI No. 32165797Mr. Kelly HolliganTeam Leader, Industrial Wastewater PermitsTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Re- Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II RulesSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Permit No. 01908 | |||
==Dear Mr. Holligan:== | |||
Thank you for meeting with my staff on May 15, 2007 to discuss the South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station (STPEGS) cooling reservoir and other wastewater discharge permitissues. Based on our discussion, STP Nuclear Operating Company (STPNOC) is submitting thefollowing information regarding the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) and the applicability of theregulations for cooling water intake structures. We are confident that the South Texas ProjectStation (STP) complies with the regulation by employing a closed-cycle recirculating coolingsystem as defined in 40 CFR §125.93. Pursuant to 40 CFR §125.94(a)(1)(i), cooling water flowfor this facility is commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating cooling system, asdemonstrated below. Additional technical information is included in letters dated March 7, 2005and August 18, 2005 previously submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ).STP is located on 12,220-acres in Matagorda County, approximately 15 miles southwest of BayCity along the west bank of the Colorado River. The facility consists of two electric-generatingunits, which share a closed-cycle recirculating cooling reservoir. Water from the MCR is passedthrough the cooling loops of both units then returned to the MCR for heat dissipation beforecycling back through the cooling systems.The MCR is a perched, off-channel, on-site industrial cooling impoundment of approximately7,000 acres, impounding over 202,600 acre-feet of cooling water at'its maximum operating level.Dikes are installed in the MCR that channel the water flow to maximize circulation time for heatdissipation before the water is recirculated back to the generating units. Blowdown from theMCR to the Colorado River has not occurred since March 1997. Should blowdown be requiredit would occur through an underground pipe that discharges back into the Colorado River. Thispoint is designated as Outfall 001 in the TPDES Permit No. 01908. The MCR is also equippedwith a gated spillway for emergency use. The MCR is not a "water of the U.S." as defined at 40CFR § 122.2. The MCR is not considered a "water of the State" based on internal and externaloutfall designations in the permit. The MCR is on private property and exists solely for Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 2industrial cooling. It is not a publicly managed water body and has no recreational uses. Thegeneral public has never had access to the MCR nor is any planned in the foreseeable future.The only sources of new water to the MCR are direct rainfall and make-up water divertedperiodically from the Colorado River, primarily at high river flows. Water from the ColoradoRiver is pumped approximately I mile via a 1 0 inch pipe to the MCR. To protect inflows duringlow river flow conditions, the water right for STP includes a special provision to limit diversionfrom the Colorado River to 55% of the flow over 300 cubic feet per second, to protect inflowsduring low river flow conditions. Currently, the intake consists of trash racks, rotating screenswith 3/8 inch mesh and 4 pumps. In addition, the reservoir makeup pumping facility has thefollowing design:" The traveling water screens are flush with the river shoreline;* The maximum approach velocity to the traveling water screens is 0.5 feet per second;* Fish passageways were constructed in the wing walls between the traveling screens tofacilitate fish migration parallel to the screen surfaces; and" A sluice and discharge line was installed for the purpose of returning all impingedorganisms directly to the river, downstream of the intake structure, immediately afterbeing backwashed from the screens.The pumps are operated intermittently based on reservoir level, river flow, and the operability ofthe makeup pumping facility. A cooling reservoir evaporates less water per unit of heatdissipated than a cooling tower, thus dissolved solids build up more slowly over time. This iscomplemented by the designed seepage from the MCR, which maintains the structural integrityof the reservoir embankment. Rainfall further dilutes the dissolved solids in the MCR. Thesefactors minimize the blowdown and make-up required to maintain MCR water quality. As aresult, intake water flow for cooling purposes at STP reflects best technology available (closed-cycle recirculating systems) for minimizing adverse environmental impact.As was discussed in the May 15, 2007 meeting, several provisions of the Phase II rule are in theprocess of being suspended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the RegionalAdministrators have been authorized to review the applicability of the rule on a case by casebasis using Best Professional Judgment. Based on that authorization and the informationprovided, STPNOC is requesting that TCEQ designate the MCR as a closed-cycle recirculatingsystem. We are also requesting concurrence that the MCR does not meet the definition of a"water of the State". If you have any questions or require additional information, please contactMs. S. L. Dannhardt at (361) 972-8328.Sincerely,R A. GangluffManager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health Physics Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 3cc: Mr. Earl LottSpecial Assistant, Office of Perm;it-ing, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Ms. Susan JablonskiSpecial Assistant/Radioactive Waste SpecialistOffice of Permitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087 Kathleen Hartnett White, Chairman /Larry R. Soward, Commissioner _ , .H. S. Buddy Garcia, Commissonrter ,.Glenn Shankle, Executive DirectorTEXAS COMMISSION ON. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYProtecting 7eras by Reducing and Preventing PollutionJune 27, 2007Mr. R.A. Gangluff, Manager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health PhysicsSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase !I Rules; South Texas Project Electric Generating Station;TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000. | |||
==Dear Mr. Gangluff:== | |||
I received your letter dated May 24, 2007, requesting that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) bedesignated as a closed-cycle recirculating system and as not water in the state.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) does not have an official method of"designating" a facility's operation as a closed-cycle recirculating system. However, we have reviewedthe information you submitted and based on our best professional judgement, we consider your facility tobe a closed-cycle recirculating system. As mentioned in your letter, the federal rule governing the 316(b)Phase II cooling water intakes is currently in the process of being suspended. For the time being,implementation of the 316(b) requirements will be based on best professional judgement (BPJ) andsubject to EPA Region VI review.We also concur that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) at your facility does not meet the definition ofwater in the state.If you have any questions, please contact me at (512) 239-2369.Sincerely,Kelly Holligan, LeaderIndustrial TeamWater Quality DivisionKH/jpP.O. Box 13087 | |||
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* 512-239-1000 a Internet address: www.tceq.state.tx.us | * 512-239-1000 a Internet address: www.tceq.state.tx.us Attachments TMVps BANIZ(S Water Well ReportENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DMVSION OF THE BANKS GROUP Map of Wells within I Mile(s)9W94IU,II,SAO ° One inch = 0.39 mileso : Sc'moot E State9Centary ]Lc. Aes,, One-Mile Radius Around Outfall NSL-ftedACCESS HwY m WOWpn Sp.aoPnon,-t , Rairoa duo,,atua Oom 001 Blowdown at RivSecondary Hwhvy Churcht WMt. Roads Trat I u-- txrsoehold Banks Environmental Data[ Hogta arse -MirVy 1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 787017 Tower Custod, t PH 512-478-0059 FAX 512-478-1433 | ||
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EXOTIC ISLE SUBDIV Public Supply 548 -96.00111 28.75916WATER SYSTEM.5 80-16-903 Exotic Isle Subd PUBLIC 548 -96.00138 28.75944', .SUPPLY5 8950 Exotic'Isle Home Owners Public Supply 330 3/20/2002 -96.00138 28.75972AssociationAS1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701PH 512.478.0059 FAX 512.478.1433 E-mail banks@banksinfo.com 0CROSS REFERENCE SHEETNo"e or Subject Cg-O,,;DDoteLocated Well DataTA 80-24-302RegoadingElecyric LogSEEIftme or subjectGW- SCELECTRIC LOG FILEQ-665B-152(62-1)0 Send ofigins: ompy ty cr.nled reawun rat.pl raquired rel INRCC, MC 177. P.O. Box 1307, A.tin, TX 78711431W.4VTTENTMIN OWNER: Carddentieliy Texas WaiterWell Drillers ANvoutry Counellrkge fOiI on on rena State Texas me177For olfO*Ter'rc~yfjork)P.O. Box 1WO87waG Qwi°er copy+ (p"k) 'WELL REPORT AiusinTl78711-39S512.239-0530iNMie) (Strele or RFDI (City) (Sl.re) (Zip)2) ADDRE W , ,, GRI D /t__t(Strdeet, W.D Or oDler) (Gil) (SiAXc) VZi3).3) TYPE9FWDRK(Chocl): 4) PAOPOSEDUSE.(Check): fl Monitor 0 Enviionmrtntal, Sollo.'t i' 5)0Wel 0 DeeWlng f IndmrTal [] Irrnlgat'cn Injection [- PtfllcStpply Q) De-walerIng L-) lOSte4SE: Ractir.ioning Li fluqggg If'PubtikSupplywel. were plans subtrrledtoiheTNRCC? .'- Yga -No8) WELL LO: OLA4NETER OF HOLE 7) DRILLING MEhODJo0hoek): [] DrivenDa ta.e;p/) () From. M) To) 50 AirRawry Sfl'iRotary C. Boredr -17 surface a -', CabteTo'"l L Prom (ft.) To (iL) IDteeplpion and color of formiton materiel 0) Borehole (Cheek): 0 Open Mi-e D Stflght Wallgo -A~c r] Underreerred 52 Gravel Fadrod [j1 Other -II Gravel Pa:ckd pive n-.erv, .. Irotm h. to .... it747j- to .Sffy# ____ CASING. BLANK PIPE, AND WELL SCIIEEN DATA:____________________ --NW Stea", Piesteb. etc. Sewtn (ft I GageDid. or Per'., Slled. etc. CasingO-) S creentflg,1cor -ersI Ftc n Ta Screenj--4A-U.m9) CBMEN11NGDATA WMA~? _ ft Io t (I.o _ ftNo.CfsCUSedM~tiitdttft, It .-aIt. No.c'sackauxowl__ __Cenvanteam -ownMerthod olwerifloaatrnc!sbai dialiince. 5 ..A...s.IL.6L.......(Use reverse as/ie or wao Cent, copy. r necaesa."y)13) TYPE PUMP: R r+/-L"j Turbtrie rja VS.i -eible C. CyirdarrI-nrerr...... ....... ,--:. :- .:L;;iW)evtUo pumpb t.wls, cytd0F. let, rc., __- ft.19) SURFACE COMPLETION -,o oc.lloc Surface S 3, I'l.d eRule 338.ii 2 2002[3 Spec:fled Steel Sleeve InjPed !RuLt 331. A )p/pproved Malrnative Ptcur Used[R.k M18.71V14) WELL TESTS:Typ.cSl: Pumpg C) Baler ld Eeeinerrn ....< I15) wATER QUALITY:Dut you kcowtngy penerter. n y m trata wric' cariined undesttabtecoratiuerl ?j Yes &'No U ys, slmb, "REPORT OF ULMDESIRABLE WATER'TypeW o ,ler? -_ Depth Was a ctr'talerrinaysis ma:7 I j Yt* Li Ný11) WATER LEYVEL-rStatic level _ _' It+. boowlarlduface Catre -Artesian he.w_ ___ gp.m. DGae ' "12) PACKERS: Type DqW.I ilby ý,,rcify tral this WDll was mied cy ame (:r under my supoer/Icnn) tlhao a,, and wat:o the s .ttc herein are ;ra- to vie be fI rrttt kno.eRdge and I..ajncersand O,'Iaira: ean mpt uc tp~ivlof ltcraL 1ra l~crae~iligsbi~rcturralIc to: wpletL'e and cbpttt/. .-COMPANYNM E P1 >116 M WELL DRILLER'S LICENSE INOD.ADDRESS ADIS w&7 2bW __.. ............. (CITY).... ....................... (imto)... .. .. ..... .f cered Well , (ric"gJtPued Drile Trainea)-Plea-a attach olacule trog. lgcnenaitl and other prtlInent Inlormallon, if availa ble.DI N eR,-01 E9 (00 v. 05-21- 9)Wnlre .T-hRCC Ye&;cw- DRILLER Pik -WELL OWNERý4 el 5-2 VO I .I .<-)- -.... | ||
S.dolvei~ co4 kat CDbyC04*l'ld ratirlO raoelge ratireimed Mai, MtBCC, MC 117, P.O. Box 13057, Austin, TX 78711-3067.n4DlkfTIENTIONOflt CoState of Texa Texas Waere Wall 01111crv Adv¶;oq C~utoilOrtdvftp NAm.7 on on teveme side.Saeo ea MC. 177o~Wfl twr ~WELL REPORT Auztln.TiXh787-30871) OWNERT-00 if MEW 7'&ft 4tLe~ ADDRIESS 20/ _A? L~ bK / 1 7 )r2) AEM Name) (Stre,0oeRfO) (CR~Y) (State) (ZIP)________________ -#X0 GRD)Stresl RFDt~ orhetwa (CMly (ivle) PPlp,3) TYPEJ WOflK(Ch90k4:;Zf ý1 -Dwarfning0 c ple t c'r-9 C2 pkwggrg4) PMOPOSEDUSE(Cheok): 0 Mor&hor .1 Environentoral SoilBoring y'esomesicrtj tndusLial :I Iftrigtion 0 Ilactoz. 0l Pubilolcupply [3 Do-wwoe1rg C1 TodwutIf PubloSuplywell. war* plAns st ed to If,*T.NRCC7 D Yes C No7) DRILUNG METHOD(.kc): C D.-.%o Al ROWY MAZVI RotaryOMrl"am.eyr r3 CableTool J0,l1d0 __ _ _ _From Ill.) To (ft.) Descrption and color of formaiontelitaifreiB) *onrhoje Cotpletuofl CIeCk): rj Ot ýW# o* ca.2l~ight WallIf Gratvel P.!:kcd G*Vo l~IcrW l fr __________ '1. 0 _______ -I-CASING. BLANK PIPE, AND WELL SCREEN DATA;010.('A)NJewof.%feel, Nlas~. etc.p'ea., Vzotd. Inc.sevem ig.. if coflm7o!chSallingilt4GapeCasingScreen4- + ~- I A + -~- | S.dolvei~ co4 kat CDbyC04*l'ld ratirlO raoelge ratireimed Mai, MtBCC, MC 117, P.O. Box 13057, Austin, TX 78711-3067.n4DlkfTIENTIONOflt CoState of Texa Texas Waere Wall 01111crv Adv¶;oq C~utoilOrtdvftp NAm.7 on on teveme side.Saeo ea MC. 177o~Wfl twr ~WELL REPORT Auztln.TiXh787-30871) OWNERT-00 if MEW 7'&ft 4tLe~ ADDRIESS 20/ _A? L~ bK / 1 7 )r2) AEM Name) (Stre,0oeRfO) (CR~Y) (State) (ZIP)________________ -#X0 GRD)Stresl RFDt~ orhetwa (CMly (ivle) PPlp,3) TYPEJ WOflK(Ch90k4:;Zf ý1 -Dwarfning0 c ple t c'r-9 C2 pkwggrg4) PMOPOSEDUSE(Cheok): 0 Mor&hor .1 Environentoral SoilBoring y'esomesicrtj tndusLial :I Iftrigtion 0 Ilactoz. 0l Pubilolcupply [3 Do-wwoe1rg C1 TodwutIf PubloSuplywell. war* plAns st ed to If,*T.NRCC7 D Yes C No7) DRILUNG METHOD(.kc): C D.-.%o Al ROWY MAZVI RotaryOMrl"am.eyr r3 CableTool J0,l1d0 __ _ _ _From Ill.) To (ft.) Descrption and color of formaiontelitaifreiB) *onrhoje Cotpletuofl CIeCk): rj Ot ýW# o* ca.2l~ight WallIf Gratvel P.!:kcd G*Vo l~IcrW l fr __________ '1. 0 _______ -I-CASING. BLANK PIPE, AND WELL SCREEN DATA;010.('A)NJewof.%feel, Nlas~. etc.p'ea., Vzotd. Inc.sevem ig.. if coflm7o!chSallingilt4GapeCasingScreen4- + ~- I A + -~-- -.---~- 4NotIV' Vt:-~/ 1/(....... ______,__1 _ //Z i-]9) GEMENT'INODATA. e330.44VCnRe*Tvr.Ie 1-n -____ No _____ft. l~~~csed/Diefwote t3 saoti,- sysfan field Ones or otltor cowacnlreted contanrrl.'uon _i,.M-eirmo olver.fcailar. of above elsteý,e_ ___________(bee rewsre wda ttf r/cO Ownre~ copy. If necessay)131 TYPEPWAMP!lj Turthce E: Jet t /Sjljtuble C: CyirolerM oltherDeprhI Uto pum bowls, G hyrear. jet, eCC- _____ ft.10) SUJRFACE COMPLETIONO o;aifliadSurlacc Slab h1001000 (RUl23Z3.44.'21(A'.L] Pilleus5A~apfe'Usoc jRrvht330.44(3](t:)]14) WELL TESTS:Tirosfalif 0 PnMC 0 5Pc11" V/416d ) Est vrff5_____ ppw~w-th ____ldnsvdoewrvafter -tva.15) WATEFIQUALflYý.Oldyou hrvcrwlfnit, enarafe any~ Strata which Contained undesirablecons:ituarre71I1 yes PI". lfy.e,xubýiEPORTOFU'~r-SifPAFOEWATFnflWas a rCfo-X 3rsla"11 Made? 12, I'C5 0 No11) WATEAIelEVFLJ.StatizlevelL.L..... -f. level~wLn suaeAyfes'art tkw_________ SPnDaote-D3r1e ....12) PACKERS: Iype Ihearey u'Mrfy Iflal U06 well was drild4oIb rro (v! w.Cm mry suparvr..on) and (ivu each and all of ft., 1cvroter.5 haroin ure I've to trko bestcf my unOvetr~e otd belief. Iun&rser~md llba- lflrs~re fo .rpl ihnle~1thru 15 wili rmsRl In thre Ir~g() hr.i.1 ieumed fccmr 'ciAted rew.sibilfaI.COPANY NAMiE 8A1k~i~% 11 VAtE~t W O/C6 L' WELL DRILLER'S LICENSE NO. (~P ' __o S RF)(~rty) tstwo)9`1v~)L/ / \.~ (Signed)____ ______________(W. er -d) Patrofe~arPica". artamh etearic lee. ehandcal t aryeia and other pertinene t inormation, it hwailsbIe.-*INRCC ~i59 (Re. 00.21 90) LVytife-TIJRCC Viv-D~!Ll.~R ~rrk- VJ~tL OWUER ~ ~"-INnCC-01-9 (Rev- 06-21-96)0Xnk -WEL L 0IW4EF?Ytrh;ow-Dr?!L1.rR L4 . | ||
Sewa or.M.Il co'py koer h. roLlm recempl rewuswsed m:t tNRCC, BC 177, P.O. Box 1307, Autdn.TX 78711I-304bTTENTioN OWNER: CalnftoaMy ofe Texas Waler Wail Driller Advieory Cuncilmovar &VON onaqms. State of Texas C 177' 4 WP.O. Box 1108?bfl7 Genoa o,, 0WELL REPORT Augtlnf,,71,711-,OS512.,MB-30-D1) owr"Ii'oý A'//ERC Csrt4C o1 ADDRESS /?op/ffM r,'' Ilv4t 1 /(Name) (S:r811 or RFDO (City) (State) (Zip)C2 _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ GRID. 0-6146-(Sliest, RFD o, cther) (City) tSla!;) (zip)3) TY!3.OFWORK(Chteck): 4) Q Mort ,1 Entoe.'ntrnSoilflorgt'Mr omreak 6)"'NeWdJ n DcepitnIng Q] IndtustAl n Iriga.ort 9 In4eclion Q PubficE.ply De-weotung 9] TeO&Wrfo Rec-dwoning 93 Pluggln; ItPu.ltlcp_1TywelLweieplans submtedlotheTNRCCt 9J Yea 9 No8) WELL LOt: DM~ROFMOL. 7) DRILLING MET;$0hect) ): ru- DtionDataDrata 9Dl. D, FFP7. D Altrctry -, Muofotary 9 BoredStre -- E AjrHeoeunre 9 CaoleTool 9Jstted XFom (ft) To (ft.) Deacripllon bad CaOW of tormeatton mtalleal ) Borehole Completion (Check): 9 Hnle El &13iit Wel[3 lithderrmsmd Q GmvlPadred 9 te01 "-"30 --'f ,'o! cvegvm, __ _ ___............CASING, BLANK PIPE. AND WELL SCREEN DATA:New S:ee, PFute* eta. Setnrv ('L) Cage_,( or Pe t,-, aosetinn.- ras~g4 .7( ,.) Usel Sceenr.g. iP V a oo " mn at Frcm -Sreen -4lt k Lit-]0-IL9) CEM!NTING DATA )tHui#338"4(1)jCerreedttn ~ t to 0 ItNo. at sacks used /It___ to 11,I No. ofsacks used ____Methcd used #214 ________oorneredaty p0Ot 4rca14sN(use turere of WtN e0tof ct0,y. it ncessnr.vt13) TYPE PUMP: 7'C] Turbho 9 Jet IlSýtrcrsoo CyaltrC- Ottper | Sewa or.M.Il co'py koer h. roLlm recempl rewuswsed m:t tNRCC, BC 177, P.O. Box 1307, Autdn.TX 78711I-304bTTENTioN OWNER: CalnftoaMy ofe Texas Waler Wail Driller Advieory Cuncilmovar &VON onaqms. State of Texas C 177' 4 WP.O. Box 1108?bfl7 Genoa o,, 0WELL REPORT Augtlnf,,71,711-,OS512.,MB-30-D1) owr"Ii'oý A'//ERC Csrt4C o1 ADDRESS /?op/ffM r,'' Ilv4t 1 /(Name) (S:r811 or RFDO (City) (State) (Zip)C2 _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ GRID. 0-6146-(Sliest, RFD o, cther) (City) tSla!;) (zip)3) TY!3.OFWORK(Chteck): 4) Q Mort ,1 Entoe.'ntrnSoilflorgt'Mr omreak 6)"'NeWdJ n DcepitnIng Q] IndtustAl n Iriga.ort 9 In4eclion Q PubficE.ply De-weotung 9] TeO&Wrfo Rec-dwoning 93 Pluggln; ItPu.ltlcp_1TywelLweieplans submtedlotheTNRCCt 9J Yea 9 No8) WELL LOt: DM~ROFMOL. 7) DRILLING MET;$0hect) ): ru- DtionDataDrata 9Dl. D, FFP7. D Altrctry -, Muofotary 9 BoredStre -- E AjrHeoeunre 9 CaoleTool 9Jstted XFom (ft) To (ft.) Deacripllon bad CaOW of tormeatton mtalleal ) Borehole Completion (Check): 9 Hnle El &13iit Wel[3 lithderrmsmd Q GmvlPadred 9 te01 "-"30 --'f ,'o! cvegvm, __ _ ___............CASING, BLANK PIPE. AND WELL SCREEN DATA:New S:ee, PFute* eta. Setnrv ('L) Cage_,( or Pe t,-, aosetinn.- ras~g4 .7( ,.) Usel Sceenr.g. iP V a oo " mn at Frcm -Sreen -4lt k Lit-]0-IL9) CEM!NTING DATA )tHui#338"4(1)jCerreedttn ~ t to 0 ItNo. at sacks used /It___ to 11,I No. ofsacks used ____Methcd used #214 ________oorneredaty p0Ot 4rca14sN(use turere of WtN e0tof ct0,y. it ncessnr.vt13) TYPE PUMP: 7'C] Turbho 9 Jet IlSýtrcrsoo CyaltrC- Ottper 4* Q~ PAnll ra~rrte10) SURFACE COMPLETION[I Specified Surnate Slar InIl Adedf le! Sreeve trP-0 AjtooratlvProtalld (Rule 33M.V A,12 0toted (tt'JO33Ba.WA)jAIOUNiejure Used MuleI ddf.71Ij .14) WELL rESTS:Typets: -Pump E Pur Baiter EtibrreledV]lC: __ answeR _ fl.oweowata.er _ heo.11) WATER LEVEL'St'an level l it. belowe lat sticsAftos'antlow-_________gpm.'Doleli) WATEI OUALITY: .Did nat knhvrnyly pehstale any streat wleir rJr:iained urders-ableconsftiuent3 v.tfycs,suIntI'REPORTOFUIIOES;RAELEWflrTEFQTy.. ot welter?'l Dpthyol Wa" a nwm'cat gnawys made? El Yes El kt12) PACKERS: Type DepthI hereby C "oeily hr ItN& well wAS drt n by me ({.r under myl .superviln) wo IN: ano all 0! thto slaltCOflet herein .re tre tn the tr." M.1t myr inwI -.ge eand bel,,9 IunCerstand (that lalure ovoltfl.lete (terra I trir 15 will mnub t.r ftt'o'j e L 9bing r .mcd Icr o on~d aid res',bftL ... .,....COMPANY NAmE F 4/d l v- S e c 4 Lý L LDRILLER'S LbCENSEI NO.7__ADDRES ta T(Signe._)) .. (Cy)...IP)................(sew) ... W ::(UceWsna WiN ,r) (Ryisrte'ed tluer'r a'!lhe)PFloas attach electlic 0011, Chemical asalyvis, and other ilformatiot. it onvolabte.ROO9 e o- 0 ig _ TNRC,.-ow DRLE P.,,WLLOW EWhife"- TNRCC Yoffow- DRILLEA Pink- I'VELL OWNER Send cgriag copy by -rAllied reium rece pl re.e- In; TDLR. P.O. Box 12167. Austin. TX 78711CATTENTION OWNER: Co6otdittlWySP0rtw jol ke no re'.s eof Veil C wows opy "Pink)State of Texas:WELL REPORTTexas Deparltmtnt of Licensing &RegulationP.O. Box 12167Au ltn, TX 78711612463-7MSV1) OWNER k#13hq !!JADRSSý W2) ADDRESS WLLA T /i r. Log -ta.____Caily T Lat.rA~rA M(Oilv) (S.. ) .t) GridsJ3) TYPE OF WORK (Cliack): (41 PROPOSEDUSEICheck): (DWmbi [] Ernirannna.-IaISoiilorlng U.Dcrnohie 6Well [ Deepaning C:, wuiltdl 5 w] Ifaion Q Injecliun 5 PubI;Supply 5 D"-emlerirrg 5 E5 Rlecnecfonfg 0 Pluiggling 11 Pu~ic S -ppa .wllwar pans auutOillv i tor IhThRC? M Vie 5l No6) WELL LOG: DIAMETER OF HOLE 71) DRILINO METHOD (Check): DrivenDalte 01f : Drn.f(imft Tor) ... -Air Rolary 2 lf.d. Rotary[] Baredstarted 1it11 19 F At Ham man Cable Tootl JelledCompleted OeIFroma(ft.)To (I'L.) DeirIprIOn ead color of formation materlal.8) Borehole CaMploon (Check;: 5- Open, M4ow 5 Sfragf WanC] Urder:uoma 5 iv Piikcd C] Gio' _______If Gravol Pockied girve- reitrvv! Irh. om __ 0. to i______ t.CASING. BLANK PIPE, AND WELL SCREEN DATA:t) CEMENTING DATA* 8m.1 8{I .Mn,.ou.ckausm.d__ .._aruse tide oft Wl, coPjY', ffnf oJy -- .m mS13) ] Wcll plu.. .'d uitrn 46 late...v£strgi9_iM, v-llL..S_ i,', W;h I S.'a"It. ,r,ed:Fro (ft)T ml, r-,=. III I "to F.I, _-7, 77;:":.+.: ":14) TYPIEpUW; ....:..E] T"s"ie r Sub[os3 Cd xr!h to &X,"p bowls, cyl;fidt", jea, etc.,. L ., '---18) WELLTESVS:Typelosi: 5 Puraf E Ea~efr j_-'Seed 5Estroo.Meld: JL'- .... gp f. drowow after hr..16 .WATER QUALITY:Did yor knavigy perelrmioany eoiaiiinedur~denrrmblecoistilUlanas?E Yes , V'yes. subrnk'RrEPORT OF UNOESRASLE WATE "Type M~wierttj r Op'far_____Wasa LI Yes....L Na .Cerneledhb'tovsulh syslom Ieli bnseolia c,,oeneltodccolawinslion _13,1¶0l SURFACE COMPLETION5 Ptens~dpier'Jed5Approved AhteiiliveProcedure l'sel11 WATER L'rJEL:Ellic lee4l -112 ,. bv'zw rI.d curlfua.A _ _w _ pm.Dae _____-' -tae________12) PACKERS: TType Deplhfi.k b..... .. .. ...I cerify Ihl I drilled tl.a w-11 (or the wavll v$ d.iled rodur mycditm:l sr.F.,vision lnditheaich-ai d all ofl Ire hluldrraots ter-fa a'. tIre and Corred. I underlaond 1"l feilorat0 Conipmple items 1 111r1 16 will in thh Ing(s)- borg fI' alid rasauimn Itl..COMPANY NAME WErm L L.. -... .: 6 .iýAi .5"7.4 ( -I o.,- .-ADDRESS ts O1-T Y '_I!!4 7cc8IS~ancd / g .1fl$X11fs5)VIiP)(Licormod WallDrlf)er) .-- " -Please attach electric l"g. helhrn l e n3lytnly,'alnd.other peririnenl ibn:o if.vallable.T"OtR FORM COVA.VWD N2W)0Wite -TDLP .yeb7,. -DRILLER Fin0.. VELL OWNER~g5AI'flh7 BPNI(S Water Well ReportENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DMnSON OF THE BANKS GROUP Map of Wells within 1 Miels)0* s-e Pa. ccnt One inch = 0.39 miles0 Well ScWI ZI" state* , ,Cerne, Bidn O.nac One-Mile Radius Centered Around NPnnnary oo K,,,-,Ar Edil Rio. Internal OutfallsS,/ andanr¥ Higih-y Ch.rch Wat BodiesId' Tai -t-,#mhotd Banks Environmental Data[H HoSwt* Le W.ary 1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701Amr~t = To~er gM Custodial Fa fit PH 512-478-0059 FAX 512-478-1433 BANI Water Well Report...on USGS TopoENVIRONMENTAL DATA Map.o. Wlswh.... n .DIVISION OF THE BANKS4GROUP wi M Mile(s)0O0-~4-suti.*A3 'E r-A-j'~'r"~VOne inch = 0.39 milesG weo ..One-Mile Radius Centered Around NEnslng Ro?, d Internal OutfallsCo-myunyU'/? P.oOM Banks Environmental Data1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin. Texas 78701 TMSBWater Well ReportENVIRONMENTAL DATA.A DIVON IHE BANKS GROUP DETAILSM~ap State ID Owe ofWel Type of Well Derth Completioni Longitude Lattu~dei DriIlaets LogDr d DatesV 1 80-_16-801 H. A. Norris_ STOCK 130 -96ý..0:222 28.78833 View_I 2 G1610103B NSC NTF POTABLE, Public Supply 0 ' -96.03888 28.78916S3 80-16-B Spaw Glass Domestic 660 2/21/1985 -96.03729 28.79428 V'9w1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701PH 512.478.0059 FAX 512.478.1433 E-mail banks@banksinfo.com W I.... Well 2,, , , -, --, .--.. ---_-_----'rrJ~jcvnpaa- -tI -io --- i---r --~ -t -c -~ ----02, re r V e il F : .: gA -A t t y _ --J. .........-- -------- ------j ~A. | ||
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4AMA; Thmeen 7071State ufj TexasWATERI WELL REPORTA1TTENTION OWNER; Confiderndxgtr iPn.*U1NaA2T H a an.Looc ...07.e SM--~ dY9kA~nV~..-a'2)LOCATUO -Mk~ 1(atea F!(~t,- ,!'e hP_____________ d. __________ i _________________-n L~ni dtowpl0 ecordpa.1 Ir ng L3 Pla.6ir blab ,r and Idnl n The t ArnOwr -Na.fur UC40________ 0.16tatoilhll~~~~rM aill l(Iama. It'llaaa Ia~o~31 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Z" H;n, Wa n aaNbameI hela. (en.a~dwkn(el e)eaeraaelnar Iwn;a.cQ-91 6 -gik.0 -,a1admp23 TmmmOPYORdlnerkl .11 PRPS cUOd.nýl 11i U"J RLANI( P t7HO(1iCWELL enI DAA14q.1I ~ a~er ~ tO Ordeb.ID )aapy ~ -tfoevC)Hr.,OieiOaoD~renl~wnm O~ke~y Etrp: e ~eL,~ N-lar. oAtnr Ze. oI Oau Jha____A ipl ,O) LOO; LotETC OFer Miffe e) BORCHOI. F- S.-COw la. Fa~?A n~n! ~ ae.ii ~ en~t ~ dan~aaolit.a Sr.a 4(, l~pa.e lOr ____ .N63fr 9.l~ CEMVTN DATAt.0~~~ne~a.l ewe_____b).5 -_ --I fVAR nDaa~reele l,30, ~ ~ icaA~co ~CL~lEOtStad k'b CV1 01 Canton (t_-IýAll At WATER LEVEL;AU G3JIfl...... Il To- c~WP_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __SO_ _ 9i .r Dre ) J b a n i I n v e nflF~~~~~11 OFOyn._______________I~~~~~~aa~0"- eO aJ ~ tI ~ ) ~* ne):~r ena r~~.: m.la _______233 ~ ~ ~ nP MArfLArv L ___________________0k vj4.a~rlIU --nfab a .ý atat ae Sh ?ntaa. r Mtaabn 11 -..TSOaaim Dyine AI?Y,Ifym~~~ea~hl2.bb4'12btOF~12 UM tifIeWA k4C0V)N ') Pnt EDaaSjaTd 'e;aýIto. Dinab....... ........6Ona 0l rytal i_______ noYmi t : r-____ Puap w 0l,. an.1t , ardW din, ...I .i--if, a- cbuwta am.InaeeIoe U DYES L 0 F1ADDRESS~hzIP~aae. ettch on~n e1 haicInlea.nd a.-ar PVfoChIraC.It n I).En BAK Water Well ReportTMENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DIVISION Of THE BANXS GROUP DISCLAIMER0Water Well Report Research Mapping "AThe Banks Environmental Data Water Well ReportT" is prepared from existing state water well databases and additional filedata/records research conducted at Texas' regulatory authorities. Submission of driller's log records upon completion of adrilled water well became mandatory in 1985. The state of Texas has processed these records into several different filingsystems within two state regulatory authorities. The water well files, records and map locations are maintained by the TexasCommission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB). Actual water well sitelocations of this report are geocoded and geoplotted directly from the drilling records, drilling schedules, and driller's logs andmaps submitted by the water well driller and maintained at these two primary water well regulatory authorities. Below is adescription of the filing systems utilized for well drilling records.Texas Water Development Board (TWDB)The Texas Water Development Board maintains two datasets of located water well records:TWDB Groundwater Data-These well files are water well site locations that have been verified with a field inventoryinspection by TWDB personnel. The wells are assigned a State Identification Number unique to that well (ex. 65-03-401) andplotted on county base maps, U.S.G.S. 7.5 minute topographical quadrangle maps, as well as in-house and on linegeographic information systems. Records may also include analytical data attached with each drilling record.TWDB Submitted Drillers Reports- A Database created from the online Texas Well Report Submission and Retrieval System(A cooperative TDLR. TWDB system) that registered water-well drillers use to submit their required reports. Reports thatdrillers submit by mail are geoplotted/geocoded by a TWDB staff member. These wells are assigned a unique trackingnumber by the Texas Well Report Submission and Retrieval System. This system was introduced in February 2001 as anoption for drillers to use, and will be mandatory in the future.Texas Commission on Environmental QualityThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) maintains two datasets of water well records.Water Utility Database*(WUD) -This database contains a collection of data from Texas Water Districts, Public Drinking WaterSystems and Water and Sewer Utilities who submit information to the TCEQ. These wells are assigned unique numbers withcorrelate to the Public Water System they act as a source for (example- $2200199A, G2200322A). The WUD does notcontain Drillers Reports or analytical data. This data was provided to Banks in digital format.TCEQ Central Records-Several different types of Driller's Reports are filed with TCEQ Central Records according to theState Grid Number.Plotted water well files are water well site locations that have been determined from map information submitted on water welllogs and subsequently plotted on TWDB county highway base maps. The accuracy and location of these wells is relative tothe information provided on the drillers report. TWDB assigned letters to the correlating grid number to identify these wells(example -65-59-1A). In some instances, a single well number can represent more than one well location. This type ofmapping and filing procedure ceased in June 1986.Partially numbered water wells -Well Reports that were provided a State Identification Number by the TWDB whichestablishes the well location somewhere within a 2.5 minute quadrant of a 7.5 minute quadrangle map. This method was thestandard procedure from 1986 through 1991. From 1991 to the 2001, Texas Well Reports contain a grid location box, wheredrillers are provided a place to mark an X where within the 2.5 minute quadrant is located. These locations have not beenverified by the state.Unnumbered water well files are water well site locations that have been processed since June 1990. These well records arefiled solely on their county location and are not provided a State Identifiation Number nor are they mapped.DisclaimerBanks Environmental Data has performed a thorough and diligent search of all wells recorded with the Texas WaterDevelopment Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. All mapped locations are based on informationobtained from the TWDB and the TCEQ. Although Banks performs quality assurance and quality control on all researchprojects, we recognize that any inaccuracies of the records and mapped well locations could possibly be traced to theappropriate regulatory authority or the water well driller. Many water well schedules may have never been submitted to theregulatory authority by the water well driller and, thus. may explain the possible unaccountability of private drilled wells. It isuncertain if the above listing provides 100% of the existing well locations within the area of review. Therefore, BanksEnvironmental Data cannot gaurantee the accuracy of the data or well location(s) of those maps and records maintained byTexas' regulatory authorities.1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701PH 512.478.0059 FAX 512.478.1433 E-mail banks@banksinfo.com THU.,F Il ~ ll ~Irl* £V. & 7;V , J flHMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETALTI VIA Sodium Hypochlorite Solution 10-15%ALTIVIA 24 Hour Emergency Phone Number: 713-636-3189Transportation Emergencies CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: Sodium Hypochloito Solution 10-16%CHEMICAL NAME/ FAMILY: Sodium HypochloriteTRADE NAMESI SYNONYMS: Bleach; hypochlorous acid, sodium salt, Soda bleach; sodium oxychloridePRODUCT USE: Bleaching agent, chemical intermnediate, disinfectant.MOLECULAR FORMULA: NaOCIMANUFACTURER; ALTIVIA, 1100 Louisiana, Suite 3160, Houston, TX 77002SECTION 2: COMPOSMONw INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSCHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER % RANGESodium Hypochlorite 7651-52-9 9 | 4AMA; Thmeen 7071State ufj TexasWATERI WELL REPORTA1TTENTION OWNER; Confiderndxgtr iPn.*U1NaA2T H a an.Looc ...07.e SM--~ dY9kA~nV~..-a'2)LOCATUO -Mk~ 1(atea F!(~t,- ,!'e hP_____________ d. __________ i _________________-n L~ni dtowpl0 ecordpa.1 Ir ng L3 Pla.6ir blab ,r and Idnl n The t ArnOwr -Na.fur UC40________ 0.16tatoilhll~~~~rM aill l(Iama. It'llaaa Ia~o~31 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Z" H;n, Wa n aaNbameI hela. (en.a~dwkn(el e)eaeraaelnar Iwn;a.cQ-91 6 -gik.0 -,a1admp23 TmmmOPYORdlnerkl .11 PRPS cUOd.nýl 11i U"J RLANI( P t7HO(1iCWELL enI DAA14q.1I ~ a~er ~ tO Ordeb.ID )aapy ~ -tfoevC)Hr.,OieiOaoD~renl~wnm O~ke~y Etrp: e ~eL,~ N-lar. oAtnr Ze. oI Oau Jha____A ipl ,O) LOO; LotETC OFer Miffe e) BORCHOI. F- S.-COw la. Fa~?A n~n! ~ ae.ii ~ en~t ~ dan~aaolit.a Sr.a 4(, l~pa.e lOr ____ .N63fr 9.l~ CEMVTN DATAt.0~~~ne~a.l ewe_____b).5 -_ --I fVAR nDaa~reele l,30, ~ ~ icaA~co ~CL~lEOtStad k'b CV1 01 Canton (t_-IýAll At WATER LEVEL;AU G3JIfl...... Il To- c~WP_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __SO_ _ 9i .r Dre ) J b a n i I n v e nflF~~~~~11 OFOyn._______________I~~~~~~aa~0"- eO aJ ~ tI ~ ) ~* ne):~r ena r~~.: m.la _______233 ~ ~ ~ nP MArfLArv L ___________________0k vj4.a~rlIU --nfab a .ý atat ae Sh ?ntaa. r Mtaabn 11 -..TSOaaim Dyine AI?Y,Ifym~~~ea~hl2.bb4'12btOF~12 UM tifIeWA k4C0V)N ') Pnt EDaaSjaTd 'e;aýIto. Dinab....... ........6Ona 0l rytal i_______ noYmi t : r-____ Puap w 0l,. an.1t , ardW din, ...I .i--if, a- cbuwta am.InaeeIoe U DYES L 0 F1ADDRESS~hzIP~aae. ettch on~n e1 haicInlea.nd a.-ar PVfoChIraC.It n I).En BAK Water Well ReportTMENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DIVISION Of THE BANXS GROUP DISCLAIMER0Water Well Report Research Mapping "AThe Banks Environmental Data Water Well ReportT" is prepared from existing state water well databases and additional filedata/records research conducted at Texas' regulatory authorities. Submission of driller's log records upon completion of adrilled water well became mandatory in 1985. The state of Texas has processed these records into several different filingsystems within two state regulatory authorities. The water well files, records and map locations are maintained by the TexasCommission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB). Actual water well sitelocations of this report are geocoded and geoplotted directly from the drilling records, drilling schedules, and driller's logs andmaps submitted by the water well driller and maintained at these two primary water well regulatory authorities. Below is adescription of the filing systems utilized for well drilling records.Texas Water Development Board (TWDB)The Texas Water Development Board maintains two datasets of located water well records:TWDB Groundwater Data-These well files are water well site locations that have been verified with a field inventoryinspection by TWDB personnel. The wells are assigned a State Identification Number unique to that well (ex. 65-03-401) andplotted on county base maps, U.S.G.S. 7.5 minute topographical quadrangle maps, as well as in-house and on linegeographic information systems. Records may also include analytical data attached with each drilling record.TWDB Submitted Drillers Reports- A Database created from the online Texas Well Report Submission and Retrieval System(A cooperative TDLR. TWDB system) that registered water-well drillers use to submit their required reports. Reports thatdrillers submit by mail are geoplotted/geocoded by a TWDB staff member. These wells are assigned a unique trackingnumber by the Texas Well Report Submission and Retrieval System. This system was introduced in February 2001 as anoption for drillers to use, and will be mandatory in the future.Texas Commission on Environmental QualityThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) maintains two datasets of water well records.Water Utility Database*(WUD) -This database contains a collection of data from Texas Water Districts, Public Drinking WaterSystems and Water and Sewer Utilities who submit information to the TCEQ. These wells are assigned unique numbers withcorrelate to the Public Water System they act as a source for (example- $2200199A, G2200322A). The WUD does notcontain Drillers Reports or analytical data. This data was provided to Banks in digital format.TCEQ Central Records-Several different types of Driller's Reports are filed with TCEQ Central Records according to theState Grid Number.Plotted water well files are water well site locations that have been determined from map information submitted on water welllogs and subsequently plotted on TWDB county highway base maps. The accuracy and location of these wells is relative tothe information provided on the drillers report. TWDB assigned letters to the correlating grid number to identify these wells(example -65-59-1A). In some instances, a single well number can represent more than one well location. This type ofmapping and filing procedure ceased in June 1986.Partially numbered water wells -Well Reports that were provided a State Identification Number by the TWDB whichestablishes the well location somewhere within a 2.5 minute quadrant of a 7.5 minute quadrangle map. This method was thestandard procedure from 1986 through 1991. From 1991 to the 2001, Texas Well Reports contain a grid location box, wheredrillers are provided a place to mark an X where within the 2.5 minute quadrant is located. These locations have not beenverified by the state.Unnumbered water well files are water well site locations that have been processed since June 1990. These well records arefiled solely on their county location and are not provided a State Identifiation Number nor are they mapped.DisclaimerBanks Environmental Data has performed a thorough and diligent search of all wells recorded with the Texas WaterDevelopment Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. All mapped locations are based on informationobtained from the TWDB and the TCEQ. Although Banks performs quality assurance and quality control on all researchprojects, we recognize that any inaccuracies of the records and mapped well locations could possibly be traced to theappropriate regulatory authority or the water well driller. Many water well schedules may have never been submitted to theregulatory authority by the water well driller and, thus. may explain the possible unaccountability of private drilled wells. It isuncertain if the above listing provides 100% of the existing well locations within the area of review. Therefore, BanksEnvironmental Data cannot gaurantee the accuracy of the data or well location(s) of those maps and records maintained byTexas' regulatory authorities.1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701PH 512.478.0059 FAX 512.478.1433 E-mail banks@banksinfo.com THU.,F Il ~ ll ~Irl* £V. & 7;V , J flHMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETALTI VIA Sodium Hypochlorite Solution 10-15%ALTIVIA 24 Hour Emergency Phone Number: 713-636-3189Transportation Emergencies CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: Sodium Hypochloito Solution 10-16%CHEMICAL NAME/ FAMILY: Sodium HypochloriteTRADE NAMESI SYNONYMS: Bleach; hypochlorous acid, sodium salt, Soda bleach; sodium oxychloridePRODUCT USE: Bleaching agent, chemical intermnediate, disinfectant.MOLECULAR FORMULA: NaOCIMANUFACTURER; ALTIVIA, 1100 Louisiana, Suite 3160, Houston, TX 77002SECTION 2: COMPOSMONw INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSCHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER % RANGESodium Hypochlorite 7651-52-9 9 16.5Sodium Hydroxide 131D-73-2 0-1%Water 7732-18-5 BalanceDonates chwmk:ll subet 10 r trfnr4s ol Section 313 of "I III Of Mhe 1986 Sipedurx Amonfrwrls wad ResJuttWwliOn Act(SARA) and 40 CFR P&At 372.SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONEMERGENCY OVERVIEWDangarl Corrosive. May cause skin and eye irritation or chemical burns to broken skin. Causes eye damage.Harmful if swallowed. Sirong oxidizer. Does not burn. Decomposes when heated, during a fire or upon contact withacids releasing corrosive chlorine gas. During a lire corrosive hydrogen chloride gas may be generated,POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTSEYELiquid or mist contact can produce severe eye Irritation and bums. Prolonged exposures may cause eye damageand blindness.SKINCan cause Wirilalion and burns. Liquid contact can cause blistering and erczma- Prolonged exposure may causedermalilis.Prepared- 12/2812005 i/B Cotrol Number: A 20020 000STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES 01908Treatment ChemicalsFrequecy ofToxicityProduct Name Manufacturer Use Components Listed in MSDS CAS Fruency Data In Product ConcentrationMSDS3 times perdayfor 20 0.15 -0.6 ppm totalAquachlor Altivia biocide sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 minutes to no 0e15-0.6 chlototeunit coaingresidual chlorineunit's coolingwatersodium nitrite 7632-00,0 as needed to 0.25 oz per gallon of1359 Plus Nalco corrosion inhibitor sodium metaborate 7775-19-1 maintain no closed cooling systemsodium hydroxide 8012-01-9 concentration wateri9H Nalco oxygen scavenger hydrazine 302-01-2 continuous yes 0.5 ppm to feedwater9226 Nalco corrosion Inhibitor monoethanolamine 141-43-5 continuous no 1 ppm as product tofeedwater9353 Nalco scale Inhlbtoradispersant We n/a continuous yes 0.25 ppm feedrate asn ntimues perdayfor 20 0.15- 0.6 ppm totalACTI-BROM 1318 Nalco biocide sodium bromide 7647-15-6 minutes to yes residual chlorineunit's coolingwatgrdidecyl-dimethyl ammonium chloride 7173-51-5 4 ppm as product (2,5 ppmH-130M Nalco biocide (molluscicide) 2/yr yes as active) to auxiliaryethanol 64-W7-5 cooling system for 8 hourstwice per yearB-2206 Varichem blocide bromochloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin n/a continuous no 1 -1.5 ppmB-2207 Varichem biocide gluteraldehyde 111-30-8 batch treat as no 20 ppmneededSC-2312 Varichem scale and corrosion inhibitor- none listed n/a continuous no 80 -120 ppmas needed toSC-2316 Varichem scale and corrosion Inhibitor none listed n/a maintain no 100 ppmconcentration I5/27/09 May.111. 11111 Y;IYiRvi(IV. W'7 1 r I , JA MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET- Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%INGESTIONOrel or gastrointestinal ir"lteion. Corrosion of mucous membranes, perforation of esophagus and stomachJ mayfoflow.INHALATIONIrritation of the respiratory system. Mist or fumes may cause bronchial irritation, coughing, difficult breathing,nausea and pulmonary edema.SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSUREIraltion or burns to the eyes and skin. Inhalation may cause coughing, choking, Irritation and pulmonary edema.Sodium hypochlorle solutions are corrosive following ingestion and may cause irritation, bums and vomiting.MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURENone known.EFFECTS FOLLOWING REPEATED EXPOSUREProlonged contact wilth sodium hypochlorile may cause dermatitis, permanent eye damage Including blindness.SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURESEYESHold eye open and rinse slovly and gently for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, 0 present, after the first 5minutes. then continue rinsing eye. Get medical attent on for irritation or any other symptom.SKINTake off contaminated clothing and shoes. Rfnse skin Immediately with plenty ot water for 15-20 minutes. Getmedical attention for irritation or burns. Wash clothing and thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.INGESTIONGel immediate medical altenltlon. Have person drink a glass of water Immediately If able to swallow. 12o notInduce vomtrficn unless directed to do so by medical personnel Do not give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson.INHALATIONRemove person frmm exposure to fresh ai. I1 person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, and then giveartilicial respiration (CPR). If intividual Is breathing, but with diticully, got immediate medical atlention.NOTES TO PHYSICIANThe absence of visible signs or symptons of bums does not relably exclude the presence of actual tissue damage.See Section 11 for Toxicological Information.SSECTIONS5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLAMMABLE PROPERTIESFLASH POINT AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURENot combustible (Coes not bum) Not EstablishedFLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (% BY VOLUME)Not EXTINGUISHING MEDIAWater, water mist, foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder.Prepared: 12/2W20O52/8Control Number; A 2002 May. LV. y :e ynm I.... I,, #A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%-4',1IVL=,HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTSThermal decomposition may release to*ic gases such as chlorine and hydrogen chloride gas.FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONSUse extinguishing agents suitable for the surrounding tire and not contraindicated for use with sodium hypochiodte.Sodium Hypochlortl releases oxygen when heated, which may Increase the severity of an existing fire. Use waterspray to cool flre exposed surfaces and to protect personnel Avoid ihalation of material of combustion by-products. Firelighters should weer lull protective clothing and NMOSH approved positive pressure self-containedbreathing apparatus.I SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASUJRESWATER SPILLPrevent additional discharge of material, if possible t do so without hazard.LAND SPILLPrevent additional discharge of material, It. possible to do so without hazard. For small spills Implement cleanupprocedures; for lazge spills implement cleanup procedures and, If in pulc area. advise authorities.GENERAL PROCEDURESNo smoking In spill aweas. Isolate spill area and deny entry to unnecessary or unprotected personnel. Remove am1sources of Ignition, such as flames, hot glowing surfaces or electric arcs. Stop source of spill as soon as possibleand notify appropriate personnel. Cleanup personnel must wear proper protective equipment (reter to Section 8).Decontaminate all clothing. Notify all downtrearn water users of possible conamination.Create a dlike or trench to contain all liquid material. Liquid material may be removed with a vacuumn buck. Spillmaterials may also be absorbed using clay, soil or nonflammable commercial absorbents.Do, not place spill materials back in their original container. Contairerize and label ea spill materials properly.RELEASE NOTESNotify the National Response Center (B00/414/88O2) of unconlained to the envreonment In excess of theReportable Quantity (R0). See Section IS.Regulatory Information. Recycle or dispose of recovered maleral inaccordance with all federal, state, and local, regulations.For all transportation accidents, call CHEMTREC at 8001424-9300.1 SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGEHANDLINGDo not get In eyes, or on skin. or clothing. Do not taste or swallow. Avoid breathing mists or fumes. Do not handlewith bare hands.Carefully monitor handling, use and storage to avoid spills and leaks. Follow protective controls set forth In Section8 when handling this product. Do not eat. drink, or smoke in work area. Wash hands prior to eating, drinking, orusing restroom.STORAGESTORAGE CONDITIONSStore in closed, property labeled tanks or conlainers. Keep away from heat, &Ec0 sunlight and sources of ignion.Do not remove or deface labels or tags. Store in a cool, Well ventilated place away from Incompatible materials. DoPrepared: 12I28120053/8Control Number. A 2002 A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET- Sodium Hypochforite 10.15%not pressurze, cut, heal, or weld cortainers. Do riot drop, rol or skid drums. Keep drums upright. Do not rouseempty containers without commercial cleaning or reCondilionlttg.STORAGE TEMPERATUREDo not store above 35C (95'F).INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTAcids, ammonia compounds, oxidizing materials, peroxides, reducing agents and most metals.FSECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTIONENGINEERING CONTROLSVENTILATIONUse dosed systems when possible. Local exhaust ventilation is recommended I vapors, mists or aerosols aregenerated.PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)EYE AND FACE PROTECTIONWear chemical goggles. A face shield showld be wrn In addition to goggles where splashing or spraying ispossible.SKIN PROTECTIONWear chemical iesIstant ulothing. Neoprene gloves, boots and apron or sticker suit.RESPIRATORY PROTECTIONA NIOSH approved respirator with N95 (dust, fume, mitt) fifters may be permissible under co-lain circumstanceswhere airborne concentrations are expected to exceeded exposure limits, or when symptoms have been obseivedthat are indicative of overexposure.When decomposition products exist, acid gas cartridges are also required.A half face place air-purifying respiratory may be used In concentranons up to 1OX the acceptable exposure leveland a full face piece akr-purifying respiralm may be used in concentrations up to 5OX the acceptable exposure level.Suppled air should be used when the level Is expected to be above 5OX the acceptable level, or when there is apotential for uncontrolled release.A respiratory protection program that meats. 29 CFR 1910.134 rust be followed whenever workplace conditionswarrant use of a respirator.CENERALSafety shower and eye wash Station must be provided In the lmmedtate work area. Protective equipment andclothing should be selected, used, and mahntained according to appltable standards and regulations- For furtherinformatdon. conMact the clhing or equipment manufaclurer.EXPOSURE GUIDEUNESComponent Date: Sodium Hypochlorite AIHA (STEL 15 minutes). 2mg/n'Component Data: Sodium Hydroxide OSHA (TWA) -2mg/ý 'Sodium Hydroxide ACGIN Celling -2mglm'Prepared; 418Control Number: A 2002 Nall. LV. Uim 7; 3v~mA MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SKEET- Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%... ~ ~ ~ 9% InE iJE AUAWF Ufl ru-.w I[ UN-I "VII W: r rl I ONCHEMICAL FORMULAMOLECULAR WEIGHTAPPEARANCEODORpH @ 250CVAPOR PRESSUREVOLATILES, % BY VOLUMEBOILING POINTFREEZING POINTSOLUBILITY IN WATEREVAPORATION RATESPECIFIC GRAVITYDENSITYVISCOSITYNaDOl74.4Clear colorless to pale yellow luidCharacteristic bleach odor11.5-13.5Not EstablishedNot Established1 109C (230n-.126C (100F)CompleteNot Established1.1.3-127 @ 21 C (70"F)9.42-10.58 @ 210C (700F)Not EstablishedI SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIV7TYCHEMICAL STABILITY,Stable under normal use conditlons. May decompose upon heating and exposure to sunight.CONDMONS TO AVOIDAvoid heeL, flames, spamks and other sources of ignition. Avoid direct sunfight, acidic condcdions, the presence otmealas "nd other impurities.INCOMPATiBIuTY WITH OTHER MATERIALSAcids, ammonia compounds, oxiding materials, peroxides, reducing agents and most metals.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTSThermal decomoposllIon may release toxic gases such as chlorine and hydrogen chloride gas.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATIONWill not occur.I SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONANIMAL TOXICOLOGYThe toxicity and cofoslvity of this material is a lunction of concentration and pH. This material is irrilating and maybe corrosive to all tissue.EYESVery dilute solutions have caused no irritation. More concentrated solutions have caused corrosive lnjujy, whichdid rnot heal withIn 21 days.SKINLD5a (Dermal, Rabbit): > 10.000 11)rn 3 (undiluted)ACUTE ORAL EFFECTSLC5(Oral. Female Mouse): -7,540 mgAg; died as 5.B mnlfg (50% soluton)Prepared* 12128/20055/8Control Number: A 20102 MY. LU. LVU7 7;.)VhfflP% MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%-l rVIALCa (Oral, Rat). 8.910 mglk9 (undiluted)ACUTE INHALATION EFFECTSNo available data.EFFECTS FOLLOWING PROLONGED OR REPEATED EXPOSUREDermatws,CARCINOGENICITYThis product (or any component at a concentratiOn ot 0.1% or greates) is not listed by NTP, IARC, OSHA EPA, orany other authority as a carcinogen.MUTAGENICITYNo available data.REPRODUCTIVE/DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITYNo available date.I SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONGENERAL COMMENTThis material is believed to be a moderate order of toxicity based on analogous material.ENVIROMENTAL FATEThis material Is inorganic and not subjecl to biodogradation. This material is believed not to persist in theenvironment. Thi matetial maybe harmM to aquatic organisms in low concentmaions.SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSSPILL RESIDUESProcessing, use or contamination ot this product may change the waste management options. All disposals of thismaterial must be done in accordance with Federal, state and local regulalions. Waste characterization andcompiance with disposal regulations are the responsibilities of the waste generator. It this. product becomes awaste it may be subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR 262. Hazardous Waste Numberls): D002.I SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATIONTHIS MATERIAL IS A HAZARDOUS AS DEFINED BY 49 CFR 172.01 BY THE U.S DEPARTMENT OFTRANSPORTATION.DOT IDENTIFICATION NO.: UN 1791DOT SeIPPING DESCRIPTION (49 CFR 172.101): Hypochlorite solutions, Corrosive, 8PACKAGING GROUP: UIPLACARD REQUIRED: Corrosive $, UN 1791LABEL REQUIRED- Corrosive 8. Label as required by EPA and by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, andany applicable state and local regulations-EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE NUMBER; t54Prepared: 12/28I2005 6/8 Control Number: A 2002I may. iv. iuuy i; )ummg~1-rd ,It.. W-r !I A I .VA~MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%I SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATIONU S FEDERAL REGULATIONSCERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RO)Ingredient CAS NO. RGSodium Hypochlorite 7681-52-9 100 lbsSorium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 1000 lbsTSCA (TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACMAll components 01 mlis product are Ulsted on the TSCA Inyentory or ate exempt from TSCA Inhentoiy requirements.SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORWZATION ACT (SARA) TITLE IIISARA SECTION 302 (EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4);Not Approa bleSARA SECTION 311/312 HAZARD CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.2):Fire Hazard YesReactivity Hazard NoRelease ot Pressure NoAcute Health Hazard YesChronic Health Hazard NoSARA SECTION 313 (40 CFR 372.65):Components Identified with an asterisk (*) in Section 2 are subject to the reporting requirements of Seclion 313 ofTidle III of The 1985 Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) and 40 CFR Part 372.OSHA PROCESS SAFETY (29 CFR 1910.119):Not regulated.OTHER U.S. REGUALATIONSFederal Insecticide, Fugicide and Rodentloide Act (FIFRA): Registored pesticide (40 CFR 152-10)INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONSCANADACANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA)DSU NDSL: This prnxuct, or its compOnents, are listed on or are exempt from the Canedian Domestic SubstanceList (DSL).I SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATIONLZPA RAINGSHELTFL~AMAIITY 0HMIS CODESHEALTH 3FLAMMABILITY 0REACTIVITY 1PROTECTION CRATING NOTESHazardous Melerials tdeniticatlon: 4 .Severe, 3 = Serious. 2 -Moderate. I -Slight, 0 -Minimal.Prepared; 1212W20057/8Controt Number: A 2002 1111dy. IV. IVV7 7 -j I rwn0A~ MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SKEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%oEmergen-ev Informaion; For- Any Other Infformalign Contact:Call toll free 24 hours a day: 713-t6a6-3189 ALTI VIA, Technical Marketing, 1100 Louisiana, Suite3160, H-ouston. TX 77002..Phone: 713-658-90W08 AMA -5 PM CST, Monday through FridayRevisions12/2812005: Revised to conform to ANSI Standard Z00.1-199191 replaces MSI)S A21102-05010.Ciactaknem of Warranty:Tho inloiinton provided hin 1hi M&tWisi Safety Data Shedt has boon Obt23b~d hmsou'cSOU bdaliod 1o be reSgba. ALTIVIA prvvidal nowarrantimesaiher expresed or bnplWe and asswnaa no respaombi~ti to? fth acurcy or ovwnWrienss of fti data cantahted heitin. Thisinfonalion E5 ofl..ud for yota intarmiation, cqkiona, and Iniuefaf.ainn. YOU timid safttgy youreanl thal vow have all Wunen daita fotevarlt toyour parlicusr use. ALUMA kniows of no modkoeat onditior., other than thesenoted on this malarial saftazy dale 5heet, whichi are genrerallyrecognized Is5 bahie a~afflvetd by exposure bD fth~ product.aPrepared; 12./Z/20058/8Control Number A 20020 P4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC11. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: NALCO 1359 PLUSAPPLICATION: CORROSION INHIBITORCOMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Nalco Company1601 W. Diehl RoadNaperville, Illinois60563-1198EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECNFPA 704M/HMIS RATINGHEALTH: 3/3 FLAMMABILITY: 0/0 INSTABILITY: 0/0 OTHER:0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme12. 1 COMPOSrIION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSOur hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for thenature of the hazard(s).Hazardous Substance(s)Sodium NitriteSodium MetaborateCAS NO7632-00-07775-19-1% (wlw)10.0- 30.05.0- 10.013. I HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION I"EMERGENCY OVERVIEW**DANGERToxic if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. Contains sodium nitrite. Substances in the product can lead to theformation of methemoglobin. Unborn children are particularly sensitive to methemoglobinemia.Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. In case of contactwith eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After contact with skin, washimmediately with plenty of water.Wear suitable protective clothing.Not flammable or combustible. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. If product is allowed todry, the sodium nitrite is an oxidizing agent and can initiate the combustion of other materials.PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:Eye, Skin.HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS- ACUTE:EYE CONTACT:Irritating, and may injure eye tissue if not removed promptly.SNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access1110 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETAW PRODUCTNALCONALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSKIN CONTACT:Can cause mild irritation.INGESTION:Not a likely route of exposure. Large exposures may be fatal. Ingestion of sodium nitrite can causemethemoglobinemia which can lead to cyanosis and possible death. Pregnant women and their fetuses areparticularly sensitive to the effects of methemoglobinemia.INHALATION:Not a likely route of exposure. Aerosols or product mist may irritate the upper respiratory tract.SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:Acute :A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.Chronic:A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:Sodium Nitrite. Pregnant women are particularly sensitive to methemoglobinemia.HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -CHRONIC:Repeated ingestion of small amounts of sodium nitrite causes drops in blood pressure, rapid pulse, headaches andvisual disturbances. It may also react with organic amines in the body to form carcinogenic nitrosamines.14. 1 FIRST AID MEASURESEYE CONTACT:Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. If irritation persists, repeatflushing. Get medical attention.SKIN CONTACT:Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, call a physician.INGESTION:Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. Getimmediate medical attention.INHALATION:Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms andclinical condition. Measures against circulatory shock, respiratory depression and convulsions may be needed.5. 1 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: NoneNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198- (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access2/100 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETNALCO PRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECEXTINGUISHING MEDIA:Not expected to bum. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:Not flammable or combustible. May evolve oxides of. nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. If product is allowed todry, the sodium nitrite is an oxidizing agent and can initiate the combustion of other materials.SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.16. 1 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Ensure clean-up is conducted bytrained personnel only. Ventilate spill area if possible. Do not touch spilled material. Stop or reduce any leaks if it issafe to do so. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/PersonalProtection). Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeledcontainer. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or bydiking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Wash site of spillage thoroughlywith water. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of materialin compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations).ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:Do not contaminate surface water.17. 1 HANDLING AND STORAGEHANDLING:Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not breathevapors/gases/dust. Keep the containers closed when not in use. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks,etc.) readily available. Ensure all containers are labeled.STORAGE CONDITIONS:Store the containers tightly closed. Store in suitable labeled containers. Store separately from acids. Storeseparately from reducing agents.S8. EXPOSURE CONTROLSIPERSONAL PROTECTIONOCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:This product does not contain any substance that has an established exposure limit.ENGINEERING MEASURES:General ventilation is recommended.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access3/10 AWNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCT-NALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECRESPIRATORY PROTECTION:Respiratory protection is not normally needed.HAND PROTECTION:When handling this product, the use of chemical gauntlets is recommended., The choice of work glove depends onwork conditions and what chemicals are handled, but we have positive experience under light handling conditionsusing gloves made from, Neoprene, PVC or nitrile, Gloves should be replaced immediately if signs of degradationare observed., Breakthrough time not determined as preparation, consult PPE manufacturers.SKIN PROTECTION:When handling this product, the use of overalls, a chemical resistant apron and rubber boots is recommended. Afull slicker suit is recommended if gross exposure is possible.EYE PROTECTION:Wear chemical splash goggles.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:Use good work and personal hygiene practices to avoid exposure. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep asafety shower available. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area.Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling thisproduct never eat, drink or smoke..HUMAN EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our recommended product application and personal protective equipment, the potential human exposureis: Moderate1 9. 1 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESPHYSICAL STATE LiquidAPPEARANCE Light yellowODORSPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.305 @ 72 'F / 22.2 'CDENSITY 10.84 lb/galSOLUBILITY IN WATER CompletepH (100 %) >= 11.4VISCOSITY Max 7 cps @ 73 'F / 22.8 'CFREEZING POINT < -50 'F / -45.5 °CVAPOR PRESSURE Same as waterNote: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.[10. S STABILITY AND REACTIVITYSTABILITY:.Stable under normal conditions.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access4/10 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETI PRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECHAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.CONDITIONS TO AVOID:Freezing temperatures. Do not allow product to evaporate to dryness. Dried product residue can act as an oxidizer.MATERIALS TO AVOID:Contact with reducing agents (e.g. hydrazine. sulfites, sulfide, aluminum or magnesium dust) may generate heat,fires, explosions and toxic vapors. Do not mix with amines. Sodium nitrite can react with certain amines to produceN-nitrosamines, many of which are cancer-causing agents to laboratory animals. Contact with strong acids (e.g.sulfuric, phosphoric, nitric, hydrochloric, chromic, sulfonic) may generate heat, splattering or boiling and toxic vapors.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:Under fire conditions: Oxides of nitrogen111. I TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONNo toxicity studies have been conducted on this product.SENSITIZATION:This product is not expected to be a sensitizer.CARCINOGENICITY:None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research onCancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental IndustrialHygienists (ACGIH).HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: High12. 1 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:No toxicity studies have been conducted on this product.MOBILITY:The environmental fate was estimated using a level III fugacity model embedded in the EPI (estimation programinterface) Suite TM , provided by the US EPA. The model assumes a steady state condition between the total inputand output. The level III model does not require equilibrium between the defined media. The information provided isintended to give the user a general estimate of the environmental fate of this product under the defined conditions ofthe models. If released into the environment this material is expected to distribute to the air, water and soil/sedimentin the approximate respective percentages;Air Water Soil/Sediment<5% 30-50% 50-70%Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access5/10 | ||
)4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECThe portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: ModerateBased on our recommended product application and the product's characteristics, the potential environmentalexposure is: HighIf released into the environment, see CERCLAISUPERFUND in Section 15.13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIf this product becomes a waste, it could meet the criteria of a hazardous waste as defined by the ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261. Before disposal, it should be determined if the waste meetsthe criteria of a hazardous waste.Hazardous Waste: D002Hazardous wastes must be transported by a licensed hazardous waste transporter and disposed of or treated in aproperly licensed hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal or recycling facility. Consult local, state, and federalregulations for specific requirements.* 114. ]_TRANSPORT INFORMATIONvThe information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name I Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties.and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:Flash Point:DOT Reportable Quantity (per package):DOT RQ Component:AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1IIINone430 lbsSODIUM NITRITECORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access6/10 P4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC0Packing Group:IATA Cargo Packing Instructions:IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit:MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):III82060 L (Max net quantity per package)CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1IIIProper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:15. 1 REGULATORY INFORMATIONNATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/areshown below.Sodium Nitrite : Target Organ Effect -Kidney, Target Organ Effect -Nervous system, Target Organ Effect -BloodSodium Metaborate : IrritantCERCLAISUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117,302:This product contains the following Reportable Quantity (RQ) Substance. Also listed is the RO for the product.RQ SubstanceSodium NitriteR43Q430 IbsSARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE III) -SECTIONS 302, 311,312, AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.SECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the followingindicated EPA hazard categories:XXImmediate (Acute) Health HazardDelayed (Chronic) Health HazardFire HazardSudden Release of Pressure HazardReactive HazardUnder SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road | )4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECThe portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: ModerateBased on our recommended product application and the product's characteristics, the potential environmentalexposure is: HighIf released into the environment, see CERCLAISUPERFUND in Section 15.13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIf this product becomes a waste, it could meet the criteria of a hazardous waste as defined by the ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261. Before disposal, it should be determined if the waste meetsthe criteria of a hazardous waste.Hazardous Waste: D002Hazardous wastes must be transported by a licensed hazardous waste transporter and disposed of or treated in aproperly licensed hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal or recycling facility. Consult local, state, and federalregulations for specific requirements.* 114. ]_TRANSPORT INFORMATIONvThe information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name I Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties.and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:Flash Point:DOT Reportable Quantity (per package):DOT RQ Component:AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1IIINone430 lbsSODIUM NITRITECORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access6/10 P4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC0Packing Group:IATA Cargo Packing Instructions:IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit:MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):III82060 L (Max net quantity per package)CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1IIIProper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:15. 1 REGULATORY INFORMATIONNATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/areshown below.Sodium Nitrite : Target Organ Effect -Kidney, Target Organ Effect -Nervous system, Target Organ Effect -BloodSodium Metaborate : IrritantCERCLAISUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117,302:This product contains the following Reportable Quantity (RQ) Substance. Also listed is the RO for the product.RQ SubstanceSodium NitriteR43Q430 IbsSARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE III) -SECTIONS 302, 311,312, AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.SECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the followingindicated EPA hazard categories:XXImmediate (Acute) Health HazardDelayed (Chronic) Health HazardFire HazardSudden Release of Pressure HazardReactive HazardUnder SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road | ||
* Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access7/10 WMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETANALCO PRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):I This product contains the following substance(s), (with CAS # and % range) which appear(s) on the List of ToxicChemicalsH;azardous Substance(s) CAS NO ' % WwI)Sodium Nitrite 7632-00-0 10.0 -30.0TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307,40CFR 116.4/ formerly Sec. 311 :This product contains the following substances listed in the regulation:Substance (s) Citations* Sodium Nitrite Sec. 311" Sodium HydroxideCLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II OzoneDepleting Substances):None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:This product does not contain substances which require warning under California Proposition 65.MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:The following substances are disclosed for compliance with State Right to Know Laws:Sodium Nitrite 7632-00-0NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations(CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:D2A -Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects -Very Toxic Material, D2B -Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects -Toxic MaterialCANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have beenreported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access8/10 A4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECAUSTRALIAAll substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS).EUROPEThe substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.JAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)PHILIPPINESAll substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the PhilippineInventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).16. OTHER INFORMATIONDue to our commitment to Product Stewardship, we have evaluated the human and environmental hazards andexposures of this product. Based on our recommended use of this product, we have characterized the product'sgeneral risk. This information should provide assistance for your own risk management practices. We haveevaluated our product's risk as follows:* The human risk is: Moderate"The environmental risk is: ModerateAny use inconsistent with our recommendations may affect the risk characterization. Our sales representative willassist you to determine if yourproduct application is consistent with our recommendations. Together we canimplement an appropriate risk management process.This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of therecommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safeworkplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access9110 N NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUC-TNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECIARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington. D.C. (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Annual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,Public Health Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Ariel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (AnelInsight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version),Micromedex. Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued : 03/12/2008Version Number: 2.00Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road | * Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access7/10 WMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETANALCO PRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):I This product contains the following substance(s), (with CAS # and % range) which appear(s) on the List of ToxicChemicalsH;azardous Substance(s) CAS NO ' % WwI)Sodium Nitrite 7632-00-0 10.0 -30.0TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307,40CFR 116.4/ formerly Sec. 311 :This product contains the following substances listed in the regulation:Substance (s) Citations* Sodium Nitrite Sec. 311" Sodium HydroxideCLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II OzoneDepleting Substances):None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:This product does not contain substances which require warning under California Proposition 65.MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:The following substances are disclosed for compliance with State Right to Know Laws:Sodium Nitrite 7632-00-0NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations(CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:D2A -Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects -Very Toxic Material, D2B -Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects -Toxic MaterialCANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have beenreported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access8/10 A4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECAUSTRALIAAll substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS).EUROPEThe substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.JAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)PHILIPPINESAll substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the PhilippineInventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).16. OTHER INFORMATIONDue to our commitment to Product Stewardship, we have evaluated the human and environmental hazards andexposures of this product. Based on our recommended use of this product, we have characterized the product'sgeneral risk. This information should provide assistance for your own risk management practices. We haveevaluated our product's risk as follows:* The human risk is: Moderate"The environmental risk is: ModerateAny use inconsistent with our recommendations may affect the risk characterization. Our sales representative willassist you to determine if yourproduct application is consistent with our recommendations. Together we canimplement an appropriate risk management process.This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of therecommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safeworkplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access9110 N NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUC-TNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECIARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington. D.C. (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Annual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,Public Health Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Ariel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (AnelInsight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version),Micromedex. Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued : 03/12/2008Version Number: 2.00Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road | ||
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{{#Wiki_filter:EnclosureNOC-AE-1 1002720Page 1 of 3List of transmitted documents including copy of each documentTerrestrial EcologyTER-1 Department of Army letter with enclosed map of wetland delineation [STPLR-422]TER-2 STPNOC Site Environmental Compliance, Rev.13, OPGP03-ZO-0025, April 2011[STPLR-26]TER-3 Austin Energy T-Line ROW Management Summary, January 1, 2010 [STPLR-446]TER-4 Austin Energy Tree Pruning and T-line Clearance Specs, November 7, 2005,[STPLR-448]TER-5 Pesticides and herbicides associated with operational maintenance of thetransmission lines [STPLR-410]Aquatic EcologyAQ-1 McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1984. Colorado River Entrainment andImpingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July 1983-June 1984 (Report# 1). Prepared for South Texas Project by Ecology Division, Environmental ProtectionDepartment, Houston Lighting & Power Company. October.AQ-2 McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1985. Colorado River Entrainmentand Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July -December 1984(Report # 2). Prepared for South Texas Project by Ecology Division. EnvironmentalProtection Department. Houston lighting & Power Company. April.AQ-3 Citation and documentation is needed for the following sentence that was included inthe ER, Section 5.2: Based upon best professional judgment (BPJ) the TCEQ WaterQuality Division has determined that the CWIS reflects BTA for AEI through use of aclosed-cycle recirculating system.AQ-4 "Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study." Prepared for STP Nuclear OperatingCompany by ENSR International, Houston, Texas, May 2002.AQ-5 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). 2007. Letter from Mr. KellyHolligan, TCEQ, to Mr. R. A. Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June 27,2007, "CoolingWater Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric GeneratingStation; TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000." This letter (or other documentation)should state that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) is not waters of the State.AQ-6 "South Texas Project, Units 1 and 2, Environmental Report," Docket Nos. 50-498 and50-499, July 1, 1974, and Subsequent Amendments. (Transmittal of this report isplanned for submittal within 30 days of this letter) EnclosureNOC-AE-1 1002720Page 2 of 3AQ-7 Baker W. B., Green G. N. 1989, 1987-1988 Special Ecological Studies for the SouthTexas Project, Matagorda County, Texas. Final report March 1989. Houston, TX:Houston Lighting & Power Company. 34 p. [in Terrestrial Ecology section of STPNRC Environmental Audit Binder]AQ-8 Ducks Unlimited and HPLC. 1996. Wetland Development Agreement for the TexasPrairie Wetland Project, Gulf Coast Joint Venture, between Ducks Unlimited, Inc.,and Houston Lighting & Power Co. October 23, 1996. 12 p. [in Terrestrial Ecologysection of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder]AQ-9 ENSR Corporation. 2008. Ecological Survey Report-Habitat Assessment, Units 3 and4 Licensing Project. Prepared for STP Nuclear Operating Company. Wadsworth, TX:ENSR. 34 p. [In Aquatic Ecology section of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder]Water ResourceWR-1 US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Permit No.10570 (Maintenance dredging ofbarge slip) (dated November 4, 2005).WR-2 USACE Permit No. SWG-1992-02707 (Maintenance dredging of intake) (dated July21, 2009). [STPLR-472]WR-3 Current TCEQ-issued TPDES permit (TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000 issuedJuly 21, 2005). [STPLR-05]WR-4 TPDES permit renewal application (June 2009 and May 24,2007, letters)WR-5 TCEQ ID No. 1610103/1610051 (Operation of public potable water system(s))WR-6 TCEQ Amendment to Certificate of Adjudication 14-5437A (Water rights for diversionand impoundment of Colorado River water). [STPLR-471]WR-7. Water Conservation Plan, STP Nuclear Operating Company, South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station, Certificate of Adjudication 14-5437A, May 1, 2009,Revision 2WR-8 OPOP02-LM-0001. Rev. 41 dated 2/1/2011. Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility.WR-9 Current groundwater operating permit issued by the Coastal Plains GroundwaterConservation District. [STPLR-468]WR-10 Conceptual Site Model for Units 1 and 2, Groundwater Protection Initiative, SouthTexas Project, Electric Generating Station, Wadsworth, Texas, Prepared byMACTEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc., Prepared for STP Nuclear OperatingCompany, Revision 1, May 20, 2009. [STPLR-375] 11 This report contains pages marked "NOT FOR PUBLIC DISCLOSURE." Since the issuance ofthe report, it is no longer necessary to withhold these pages from public disclosure. Appendix Eonly includes condition report documentation for Condition Report 06-1056. EnclosureNOC-AE-1 1002720Page 3 of 3WR-1 1 A summary of historic and current (past 5 years) total dissolved solids (TDS) data forgroundwater produced by STP production wells from the Deep Chicot Aquifer.WR-12 TPDES Discharge Monitoring Reports (covering past 3 years).WR-13 Annual groundwater use reports (covering past 5 years). [In Surface andGroundwater Tab of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder; e.g., STPLR-13 (2006),etc.]WR-14 Annual surface water withdrawal reports for the Colorado River (covering past 5years). [In Surface and Groundwater Tab of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder;e.g., STPLR-14 (2006), STPLR-39 (2007), etc.]WR-15 Data on tritium concentrations in groundwater and surface water observed since theMACTEC report (i.e., materials provided following the protected area tour) as follows:i. Spreadsheet of groundwater monitoring results (no title) for well #s 807-837;dates 2/15/2005-11/9/2010, 3 pages.ii. "Tritium Results in PA Piezometer and New Monitoring Wells" (2005-2011),graphiii. "Historical Comparison of Tritium Activity in Surface and Relief Well Water1988-2011." Graph with attached spreadsheet, "Tritium in Owner-ControlledGroundwater.xls" (2005-2011), 2 pages.iv. "Historical Comparison of Tritium Activity in Ground Water 1988-2011," 1 pagecovering wells 255-271.v. "Historical Comparison of Tritium Activity in Ground Water 1988-2010," includes2011 data covering well #s 258, 270, 259, 235, 251.vi. "Tritium Activity in Shallow Ground Water West of the Main Cooling Reservoir2006-2011," 1 page covering well #s 271, 270, 258, 259.vii. Spreadsheet with no title of annual frequency of piezometer well and windmillsdata, covering well #s 206-269, dates 2008-2011, 1 page.viii. Spreadsheet with no title including "quarterly frequency," "old monitoring testwells," "piezometer wells," and "new monitoring wells," covering well #s 235,251, 205, 258, 259, 266,270, and 271; dates 2005-2011WR-16 STP Well Location Map (contained in the Field Log Book) TER-1. Department of Army letter with enclosed map of wetland delineation[STPLR-422] STI 32475214U7-C-ACE-STP-090002DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYGALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSP. O. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229May 14, 2009Compliance Section
SUBJECT:
SWG-2007-786; South Texas Project Nuclear Operating Company, Units 3 & 4,Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination, Wadsworth, Montgomery County, TexasMr. Russell KieslingSouth Texas Project Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483
Dear Mr. Kiesling:
This letter is in response to your April 11, 2008 request for a jurisdictional determination onthe proposed project site for the construction of Units 3 & 4. The 1406.5-acre project site islocated on Farm-to-Market 521, approximately 8 miles west of Wadsworth, Matagorda County,Texas.Based on the review of the information associated with this request, we determined that therevised delineation map dated May 13, 2009 (enclosed) is a reasonable depiction of theapproximate locations of the aquatic resources with the tract. Computation ofjurisdiction madeon the basis of this preliminary jurisdictional determination will treat all waters, includingwetlands, on the 1406.5-acre tract as jurisdictional water of the United States. As such allaquatic resources, including 17.6 acres of wetlands and 24,639 linear feet of non-wetland watersare subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and will require a Department of the Armypermit prior to the discharge of any dredged and/or fill material into these aquatic resources.Wetlands were identified on the tract using the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetland DelineationManual which requires that under normal conditions wetlands exhibit wetland hydrology, hydricsoils, and hydrophytic vegetation.This determination has been conducted to identify the limits of the Corps' Clean Water Actjurisdiction for the particular site identified in this request. This determination may not be validfor the wetland conservation provisions of the Food Security Act of 1985, as amended. If you oryour tenant are USDA program participants, or anticipate participation in USDA programs, youshould request a certified wetland determination from the local office of the Natural ResourcesConservation Service prior to starting work. This preliminary jurisdictional determination is valid for 5 years from the date of this letter,unless new information warrants a revision prior to the expiration date. An approvedjurisdictional determination can be requested at any time. If you have any questions concerningthis matter, please reference file number SWG-2007-786 and contact Mr. Nicholas Laskowski atthe letterhead address or by telephone at 409-766-6381.Sincerely,Ke yy JaynsýýChief, Compliance SectionEnclosuresCc:U.S. Regulatory Commissionc/o Jessie Muir M/S T6-D3211555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852 eV K~ca~ MII.gWd.-Waters (24,639.1 Linear Feet)EJ Wetlands (17.6 Acres)-]- Project Review Area (1406.5 Acres)=reliminary Jurisdictional DeterminationSouth Texas Project Units 3 & 4Matagorda County, TXW#1C fSWG-2007-786May 13, 20090 750 1,500 3.000P"4Cbo, NADI 193 SU"PUMJt.,. Cen". FIPS 4203 FW48anck'ou 3 Imagoy P-n. Vwo.1420 TER-2. STPNOC Site Environmental Compliance, Rev. 13, OPGP03-ZO-0025,April 2011 [STPLR- 26] S1 PLQ--c~SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATION D0527STI 32862984 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 1 of 50Site Environmental Compliance_Non-Quality Non Safety-Related Usage: Available Effective Date: 04/29/11T Simmons S. Dannhardt R. Hotstream ChemistryPREPARER TECHNICAL USER COGNIZANT DEPT.Table of Contents Pane1.0 Purpose and Scope .......................................................................................................................... 32 .0 D efi n ition s ....................................................................................................................................... 33 .0 R esp on sib ilities ............................................................................................................................... 64 .0 P rocedu re ............................................................... ....................................................................... 104.1 W ildlife Protection and Control ....................................................................................... 104.2 Plant Effluent Permit Requirements .................................................................................. 114.3 Plant Air Emissions Requirements ................................................................................... 124.4 Plant Solid W aste Requirements ....................................................................................... 154.5 Plant Drainage Requirements ........................................................................................... 174.6 Hazardous and Nonhazardous W aste Accumulation and Disposal .................................. 184.7 Oil/Chemical Product Storage ........................................................................................ 204.8 Spill Response, Cleanup, and Reporting ........................................................................... 214.9 Monitoring and Reporting Requirements ......................................................................... 224.10 Land Management .......................................................................................................... 234.11 Corrective Action M easures ............................................................................................ 244.12 Environmental Compliance Screening ........................................................................... 245 .0 R eferen ces ..................................................................................................................................... 2 56.0 Support Documents ....................................................................................................................... 27Form 1, Hazardous W aste Storage Area W eekly Inspection Checklist .................................. 28Form 2, Monthly Ground W ater Usage Report ......................................................................... 29Form 3, W astewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log ................................................ 30Form 4, Blast Grit Usage Tracking ........................................................................................... 31Form 5, Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking ................................................................. 32Form 6, Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking ........................................................................... 34Form 7, Storm W ater Sampling ................................................................................................ 35Form 8, Storm W ater Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist ..................................................... 36Form 9, Storm W ater Periodic Inspection Checklist ............................................................... 37 rl777777 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 2 of 50ISite Environmental CompliancelAddendum 1, Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials ..................................... 38Addendum 2, Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations .................................. 41Addendum 3, Auxiliary Boiler Emission Standards and Limitations ........................................ 44Addendum 4, Environmental Compliance Screening Questions ............................................... 45Addendum 5, Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources .............................................. 48 OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 I Page 3 of 50Site Environmental Compliance1.0 Purpose and Scope1.1 This procedure provides guidelines necessary for site compliance with applicablenon-radiological environmental laws, regulations, procedures, and commitments at theSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STPEGS).1.2 This procedure defines those deviations, deficiencies, discrepancies, and items requiringremedial action for correction that constitute an environmental violation.1.3 This procedure describes the minimum actions which may be taken for notification orprevention of an environmental violation, or subsequent corrective actions if appropriate.1.4 Each section of this procedure may be performed independently.2.0 Definitions2.1 BYPASS: The intentional diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatmentfacility (e.g., overflows or discharging a system to other than its designated outfall).2.2 ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR: The individual(s) in theEnvironmental Division responsible for the environmental program at the STPEGS.2.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA): The federal agency responsiblefor assuring the protection of the environment by abating and controlling pollution on asystematic basis.2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PLAN (NONRADIOLOGICAL) (EPP): Planestablished to provide for protection of nonradiological environmental values duringoperation of the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STPEGS). This plan isdescribed in Appendix B to the Unit 1 Operating License NPF-76 and Unit 2 OperatingLicense NPF-80, Environmental Protection Plan (Nonradiological).2.5 ENVIRONMENTAL VIOLATION: Any deviation, deficiency or discrepancy withestablished site environmental procedures OR any applicable federal, state, or local laws orregulations.2.6 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL: Any substance so designated by the EPA under 40CFR1 16pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act; also, any substance used as productdefined as hazardous by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, andLiability Act (CERCLA) OR, for the purposes of transportation, which contains anyconstituent or combination thereof as listed in 49CFR172. OPGP03-ZO-0025 j Rev. 13 Page4of 50Site Environmental Compliance2.7 HAZARDOUS WASTE: Any waste material defined as hazardous by the CERCLA ORwhich contains any constituent or combination thereof as listed in 49CFR172 with theexception of radioactive waste; ALSO, any waste material exhibiting any of thecharacteristics identified in Subpart C of 40CFR261, OR any waste material listed inSubpart D of 40CFR261, OR any waste material which is ignitable, corrosive, reactive, ortoxic to the extent that it may pose a threat to human health, safety, or the environment.2.8 MIXED WASTE: Waste that contains both hazardous waste, as defined in this procedure,and source, special nuclear, or byproduct material subject to the Atomic Energy Act of1954, as amended.2.9 NON-ENGINEERED BERM: A berm which is NOT part of the normal plant design.2.10 NONRADIOACTIVE WASTE MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR: The individual(s) inthe Environmental Division that is responsible for coordinating nonradioactive wastedisposal activities at the STPEGS.2.11 PRODUCT: New, unused material (excluding articles as defined in 29CFR1910.1200)which could, if released, adversely affect personnel, equipment, the public, and/or theenvironment.2.12 RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT OF 1976 (RCRA): The SolidWaste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, asamended which authorizes the EPA to regulate current and future waste management anddisposal practices.2.13 SITE: STPEGS as a whole.2.14 SOLID WASTE: Any discarded or waste material as defined in 30TAC335.1 and40CFR261.2.2.15 STORAGE: To place or leave in a location for longer than seventy-two (72) hours.2.16 TEXAS COMMISSION on ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (TCEQ): The state agencyresponsible for safeguarding the public and environment by setting and enforcingstandards and emission limits for the abatement and control of air pollution and theadministration of state water rights, water quality program including potable water,conduct of the state's coastal oil and hazardous spill prevention and control program,state programs involving underground water and water wells, and administration of thenational flood insurance program. The TCEQ also oversees all aspects of industrial andmunicipal hazardous waste, radioactive waste, nonhazardous industrial solid waste, andsewage sludge disposal activities in Texas. (In 1993, the Texas Air Control Boardmerged with the Texas Water Commission to form the Texas Natural ResourcesConservation Commission (TNRCC) which was renamed to the TCEQ in 2003.Portions of the Texas Department of Health (now known as the DSHS) were previouslyconsolidated with the Texas Water Commission in 1992.) OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 5of 50Site Envir onmental Compliance2.17 TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES (DSHS): The state agencyresponsible for regulating those systems, facilities, and conditions, which, if improperlyhandled, could have a detrimental impact upon human health. These regulated factorsinclude, but are not limited to asbestos abatement, working conditions, and food quality.2.18 TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION (THC): The state agency responsible foridentification of important historic sites and for historic preservation of Texas'architectural, archeological and cultural landmarks.2.19 TEXAS POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (TPDES): A programfor issuing, enforcing and terminating permits and requirements of applicable sections ofthe Clean Water Act, as amended. TPDES permits specify the types and amounts ofpollutants that may be discharged from wastewater treatment facilities.2.20 UPSET: An exceptional incident (e.g., unusual amount of flow through a system or anunusual or abnormal input into a system) in which there is unintentional and temporarynoncompliance with technology based permit effluent limitations because of factorsbeyond the reasonable control of the permittee. An upset does NOT includenoncompliance to the extent caused by operational error, improperly designed treatmentfacilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless orimproper operation.2.21 WASTE: Any discarded or abandoned material, material used in a manner constitutingdisposal defined in 40CFR261, OR material intended for disposal (excluding articles asdefined in 29CFR1910.1200). OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 6 of 50Site Environmental Compliance3.0 Responsibilities3.1 PLANT MANAGER: The plant manager is responsible for:3.1.1 Implementing procedures, programs, and guidelines necessary to ensure Siteenvironmental compliance;3.1.2 Implementing procedures, programs, or guidelines necessary to ensure Sitecompliance with Administrative Policy No. STP-415.3.2 DESIGN ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT: The Design Engineering Department isresponsible for: -3.2.1 Monitoring and inspection of the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) andappurtenant structures and areas excluding electrical/mechanical facilities;3.2.2 Generation of records documenting the aforementioned monitoring activities;3.2.3 Providing technical assistance as necessary.3.3 PERSONAL SAFETY GROUP: The Personal Safety Group is responsible for theimplementation of all site environmental programs involving compliance with SARATitle III, Sections 311 and 312.3.4 NUCLEAR LICENSING DEPARTMENT: The Nuclear Licensing Department isresponsible for establishing and maintaining mechanisms necessary to ensure STPEGS'sresponsibilities relative to the reporting of information to the USNRC pursuant tolOCFR50 and any other such legally based requirements (including the annual submittal ofthe Annual Environmental Operating Report) and the preparation, internal review, andtransmittal of written communications to the USNRC.3.5 PLANT ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT: The Plant Engineering Department isresponsible for:3.5.1 Providing system engineers for the Oily Waste Treatment System,Nonradiological Chemical Waste Treatment System, Sanitary Waste TreatmentSystems, Potable Water Systems and other systems with associatedenvironmental regulations;3.5.2 Notifying appropriate personnel and agencies of open burning activitiesassociated with fire training exercises;3.5.3 Providing technical assistance as necessary. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 7 of 50Site Environmental Compliance3.6 PLANT OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT: The Plant Operations Department is responsiblefor:3.6.1 Compliant operations of the Oily Waste Treatment System, the NonradiologicalChemical Waste Treatment System, Water Wells Nos. 5, 6, and 7, the AuxiliaryBoiler and temporary boiler (if applicable), diesel-driven equipment operated bythe Plant Operations Department, the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility, theSpillway/Blowdown and other systems or equipment under Plant Operationscontrol with associated environmental regulations as applicable;3.6.2 Generation of applicable documentation including logs, records, and reportsconcerning operations of the aforementioned systems and equipment;3.6.3 Providing spill response resources as necessary to conduct and support PlantOperations spill response activities;3.6.4 Providing operational support and assistance as necessary.3.7 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT DIVISION: The Facilities Management Division isresponsible for:3.7.1 Maintenance and repair of potable water pumping station 8, main potable waterpumping station and distribution system outside the Protected Area;3.7.2 Sanitary wastewater collection system outside the Protected Area;3.7.3 Maintenance of the West and Training Sanitary Waste Treatment Systems.3.7.4 Pest control, herbicide application, and municipal trash disposal;3.7.5 Ensuring the site drainage system is free of obstructions and blockages;3.7.6 Providing labor support for spill response and cleanup activities;3.7.7 Construction of temporary berms;3.7.8 Site dewatering activities;3.7.9 Transportation of waste materials to the Hazardous Waste Storage Area;3.7.10 General labor requirements;3.7.11 Maintenance, repair and operation of facility/building HVAC and cooling watersystems exclusive of those under the specific control of Plant Maintenance;3.7.12 Pest, vermin and animal control. OPGP03-ZO-0025 j Rev. 13 Page 8 of 50Site Environmental Compliance3.8 MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT: The Maintenance Department is responsible for:3.8.1 Maintenance and repair of the potable water distribution system and the sanitarywastewater collection system inside the Protected Area;3.8.2 Calibration of instrumentation required by site wastewater discharge permits;3.8.3 Maintenance and repair of Water Wells Nos. 5, 6, & 7 and distribution system.3.9 CHEMISTRY DIVISION: The Chemistry Division is responsible for:3.9.1 Performing analyses required by permit or contract or arranging for offsiteanalysis as necessary or as otherwise coordinated with the EnvironmentalDivision. This includes, but may not be limited to, collection of wastewateroutfall discharge samples; potable water samples for backshift, weekend andholiday support; and miscellaneous sampling activities necessary to support spillresponse, cleanup or remediation activities;3.9.2 Implementing the station's Expendable Material Program;3.9.3 Providing technical guidance for chemistry control of facility building coolingwater systems.3.9.4 Providing chemical analysis support and assistance as necessary.3.10 HEALTH PHYSICS DIVISION: The Health Physics Division is responsible for:3.10.1 Implementation of the station's Radiological Environmental MonitoringProgram;3.10.2 Implementation of site programs involving compliance with applicable laws,regulations and permits associated with mixed waste management;3.10.3 Providing support resources as necessary for the Spill Response and SpillCleanup Teams to address radiological spills or spills located in radiologicallycontrolled areas;3.10.4 Coordination of the station's Radiological Ground Water Protection Program. OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 9 of 50Site Environmental Compliance3.11 ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION: The Environmental Division is responsible for:3.11.1 Performing analyses required by permit or contract or arranging for offsiteanalysis as necessary;3.11.2 Providing technical assistance and consultation services as necessary concerningnonradiological site environmental matters;3.11.3 Implementation of the Source Reduction and Waste Minimization Plan(nonradiological) for the STPEGS;3.11.4 Implementation of site environmental programs involving compliance withapplicable laws, regulations, and permits associated with non-radioactive solidand hazardous waste and sludge disposal, water quality and usage, air quality,potable water, and the EPP;3.11.5 Implementation of site environmental programs involving ecological protectionand control, landfill operations and compliance, compliance with Texas Parksand Wildlife permits and requirements, monitoring for compliance with U. S.Army Corps of Engineers'permits and requirements, spoil area monitoring andcompliance;3.11.6 Monitoring river flow rates as necessary for reservoir pumping;3.11.7 Maintenance of the Hazardous Waste Storage Area;3.11.8 Compliant operation of the Sanitary Waste Treatment Systems and PotableWater Systems;3.11.9 Coordination of environmental compliance assessments;3.11.10 Acquisition of local, state, and federal environmental permits and approvals.3.12 The Houston Lighting and Power Co. Manager, Environmental Department, wasresponsible for preparation of the Units 1 and 2 Environmental Report, environmental-related portions of the Units 1 and 2 safety analysis report and acquisition of local, stateand federal permits and approvals. These responsibilities were subsequently assumed bythe Environmental Division for the STP Nuclear Operating Company.3.13 SITE PERSONNEL: Site personnel are responsible for adhering to requirements set forthin this procedure or as further specified by Site Management. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 10 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.0 Procedure4.1 Wildlife Protection and Control4.1.1 No site personnel other than the licensed Animal Controller available to the SiteOR those individuals designated by the Facilities Management Division SHALLhandle any traps or trapped animals.4.1.2 No site personnel other than the contracted Pest Controller OR those individualsdesignated by the Facilities Management Division SHALL handle or remove anybait station.4.1.3 No site personnel other than the licensed Animal Controller available to the SiteOR those individuals designated by the Facilities Management Division SHALLtouch, feed, capture, kill, remove, or take any action that may cause harm to anyanimal found on site.4.1.4 Fish kills, dead or injured alligators, and unusual numbers of wildlife mortalitiesshould be reported to the Environmental Division. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page I Iof 50Site Environmental Compliance4.2 Plant Effluent Permit RequirementsNOTELimitations delineated in this section are necessary to ensure compliance with applicable TCEQ permitrequirements. Site specific administrative controls MAY be more stringent.4.2.1 Bypasses and upsets as defined in Section 2.0 of this procedure should beimmediately reported to the Environmental Program Coordinator (EPC) orhis/her alternate.4.2.2 Upon the approval of the EPC or the Environmental Manager a bypassmay be allowed if necessary for essential maintenance IF the bypass doesNOT cause effluent limitations to be exceeded AND also meets thecriteria in Step 4.2.3 below.4.2.3 Bypasses are prohibited unless:4.2.3.1 The bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury,or severe property damage, OR4.2.3.2 There were no feasible alternatives, e.g., use of auxiliary treatmentfacilities, retention of untreated wastes, or maintenance duringnormal periods of equipment downtime AND a notice of ananticipated bypass has been filed with AND approved by theappropriate regulatory agency, OR4.2.3.3 The bypass is authorized under a program of preventive orcorrective maintenance as approved by the TCEQ.4.2.4 Reasonable steps necessary SHALL be taken to minimize or prevent anybypass or upset.NOTEEffluent standards and limitations referred to in Step 4.2.5 are outlined in Addendum 2.4.2.5 Exceedence of or noncompliance with applicable effluent standards andlimitations or conditions as stated in TCEQ Permit No. 01908 SHALL constitutean environmental violation. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 12 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.3 Plant Air Emissions RequirementsNOTELimitations delineated in this section are necessary to ensure compliance with applicable TCEQ permitrequirements. Site specific administrative controls MAY be more stringent.4.3.1 Permit exceedences, upsets and items of non-compliance as defined in thisprocedure should be promptly reported to the EPC or his/her alternate.NOTEEmission standards and limitations referred to in Step 4.3.2 are outlined in Addendum 3.4.3.2 Exceedence of or noncompliance with applicable terms, conditions or emissionstandards and limitations as stated in TCEQ Permit No. 7410 or FederalOperating Permit 0801 SHALL constitute an environmental non-compliance.4.3.3 As a minimum, records of reportable and nonreportable exceedences ornoncompliance's in accordance with Step 4.3.2 above SHALL contain thefollowing information:4.3.3.1 date and time of the occurrence;4.3.3.2 the processes and equipment involved;4.3.3.3 description and cause;4.3.3.4 duration or anticipated duration;4.3.3.5 steps taken to correct and minimize the emission;4.3.3.6 steps taken to prevent recurrence.4.3.4 Refrigerant management and use SHALL be in accordance withOPGPG03-ZA-05 11, Refrigerant Management Program. I OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 j Page 13 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.3.5 The following activities relevant to lead-containing material require evaluationby Environmental personnel to determine environmental permittingrequirements, if any:4.3.5.1 Lead melting or reclamation activities;4.3.5.2 Brazing, soldering or welding equipment that emit _> 0.6 tons peryear (1,200 lbs/year) of lead;4.3.5.3 Application of coatings that contain > 0.1% by weight of lead withspray equipment; or,4.3.5.4 Activities where the emission of lead to the environment isanticipated.4.3.6 Abrasive blasting of potable water storage tanks SHALL be conducted inaccordance with and controlled by applicable requirements in Federal OperatingPermit 0801 and 30 T.A.C. §111.4.3.7 Open burning activities including, but not limited to, fire training SHALL beconducted in accordance with applicable requirements in Federal OperatingPermit 0801 and 30 T.A.C. §111.4.3.8 Blast Yard Operations4.3.8.1 Blast Yard operations SHALL be consistent with the terms andconditions of TACB Permit Exemption No. X-4014.4.3.8.2 Environmental shall be notified of any change to the Blast Yardfacility or equipment impacting compliance with PermitExemption No. X-4014.4.3.8.3 The organization responsible for operation of the Blast Yardfacility SHALL record monthly operating hours and amount/typeof blast grit used. This information SHALL be transmitted toEnvironmental using Form 4, Blast Grit Usage Tracking, or in aformat that allows completion of Form 4. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 14 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.3.9 Surface Coat Facility Operations4.3.9.1 Surface Coat Facility operations SHALL comply with applicablerequirements in the June 1996 version of 30 T.A.C. § 106.433(previously Standard Exemption 75).4.3.9.2 The organization responsible for operation of the Surface CoatFacility SHALL prepare a monthly report that contains thefollowing. This data SHALL be transmitted to Environmentalusing Form 5, Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking, or in aformat that allows completion of Form 5:a. Daily data of coatings and solvent use;b. Actual hours of operation each day;c. Volatile organic emissions from each operation in poundsper hour, pounds per day and pounds per week;d. Examples of the method of data reduction including units,conversion factors, assumptions and bases for assumptions.4.3.10 Degreasing Units4.3.10.1 Degreasing unit operations (e.g. parts washers) SHALL complywith applicable requirements in the June 1996 version of 30 T.A.C.§ 106.454 (previously Standard Exemption 107).4.3.10.2 The organization responsible for operation of degreasing unitsSHALL maintain a monthly tracking of solvent product used andtotal solvent makeup (gross usage minus waste disposal) for eachunit operated. This data SHALL be transmitted to Environmentalusing Form 6, Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking, or in a formatthat allows completion of Form 6. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 15 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.4 Plant Solid Waste Requirements4.4.1 Waste management methods SHALL comply with TCEQ RegistrationNo. 30651.4.4.2 The generation of hazardous/nonhazardous wastes SHALL be minimized inaccordance with the recommendations in Administrative Policy No. STP-415,the Source Reduction and Waste Minimization Plan for the STPEGS, andOPGP03-ZI-0008, Control of Expendable Materials.4.4.3 To ensure compliance with TCEQ Registration No. 3065 1, the followingrequirements concerning waste management methods SHALL apply:4.4.3.1 Only inert construction debris and non-combustible waste as listedbelow may be disposed of in the on-site landfill.NOTEConcrete waste containing re-bar or other contaminants is not permitted in the onsite landfill. Thestation-preferred disposition of concrete and related material is to recycle when possible.a. Concrete waste (e.g., blocks, test cylinders,mortar/grout, etc.)b. Plasticc. Rubber hose (no tires)d. PVC pipee. ' Glassf. Wire4.4.3.2 Waste that cannot be land filled on-site SHALL be packaged inaccordance with OPGP03-ZH-0003, Packaging of NonradioactiveWaste Materials for Disposal, and shipped off-site for disposal orrecycling in accordance with OPCP 1O-ZH-0002, Packaging andShipment of Nonradioactive Waste Materials.4.4.4 The type of material that may be stored in stock piles north of Building 20 are asfollows:4.4.4.1 Clean road construction material4.4.4.2 Clean backfill material4.4.4.3 Asphalt/backfill material destined for recycle or reuse4.4.4.4Concrete/backfill material destined for recycle or reuse OPGP03-ZO-0025 IRev. 13 Page 16 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.4.5 The type of material that may be placed on the area west of Building 20 is asfollows:4.4.5.1 Clean fill material4.4.5.2 Material removed from ditch clearing activities4.4.6 The types of items that can be disposed of in trash containers or dumpsters fromoffice, cafeteria, or food service operations are as follows:4.4.6.1 Paper4.4.6.2 Cardboard4.4.6.3 Wood (treated/untreated)4.4.6.4 Food wastes4.4.6.5 Plastic4.4.6.6 PolystyreneNOTEOutside the Protected Area, scrap metal shall be stored in the scrap metal yard west of Warehouse E.Scrap metal components that cannot fit (e.g. due to size or irregular shape) in the scrap metal dumpstersprovided must be cut to fit or special arrangements must be made through the Nuclear Purchasing andMaterials Management Department to have the material hauled directly.4.4.7 The type of items that can be placed in scrap metal dumpsters are items made ofmetal with the exceptions of:4.4.7.1 Compressed gas cylinders4.4.7.2 Aerosol cans4.4.7.3 Any equipment that still contains oil or any otherhazardous/nonhazardous material (e.g., transformers,oil filters, etc.). OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 17 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.5 Plant Drainage Requirements4.5.1 Plant drainage and dewatering activities SHALL comply with the requirementsdelineated in the applicable TCEQ discharge permit and the Storm WaterPollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for the STPEGS.4.5.2 Only the following plant water systems may be diverted if necessary into thestorm drain/plant drainage system:4.5.2.1 Well water4.5.2.2 Fresh water4.5.2.3 Potable water4.5.2.4 Service water4.5.2.5 Fire water4.5.3 No process water (e.g., demineralized, flush, blowdown, chemical cleaning, orhydro) SHALL be diverted to the storm drain/plant drainage system withoutprior approval by the EPC or the Environmental Manager.4.5.4 At least once per calendar year, a compliance evaluation will be conducted inaccordance with the SWPPP.4.5.5 Monitoring will be conducted quarterly and recorded on Form 7, Storm WaterSampling.4.5.6 A monthly inspection of pollutant sources will be conducted and recorded onForm 8, Storm Water Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist.4.5.7 A quarterly inspection of pollutant sources and best management practicescontained in the SWPPP will be conducted and recorded on Form 9, StormWater Periodic Inspection Checklist. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 18 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.6 Hazardous and Nonhazardous Waste Accumulation and DisposalNOTETotal containment of temporary mobile tanks may be waived at the discretion of EnvironmentalPersonnel as long as reasonable measures (e.g., drip pans under hose connections, operational practices,etc.) to prevent leakage or spillage are implemented.4.6.1 Accumulation of bulk quantities of waste (any quantity greater than one (1)gallon of chemicals, solvents, and hazardous material OR any quantity greaterthan thirty (30) gallons of oil or lubricants) which have a potential for directdischarge to the environment (i.e., any waste being accumulated withoutengineered containment) SHALL be within a bermed area.4.6.2 Berms should be sized to contain the entire contents of the largest container plus10 percent for precipitation. Accumulated precipitation in bermed areas must beremoved in a timely manner as necessary to prevent overflow of the berm andnot exceed the volume required to accommodate the largest container inside theberm. Covered berms need only be sized to contain the entire contents of thelargest container.4.6.3 Non-engineered bermed areas must have a sign specifying the organizationresponsible for that area.4.6.4 Containers of waste SHALL be labeled with a permanent marker prior to fillingwith the type of waste contained. (paint, solvent, etc.) Containers SHALL betransferred to the Hazardous Waste Storage Area (HWSA) in accordance withOPGP03-ZH-0003, Packaging of Nonradioactive Waste Materials for Disposal.4.6.5 Containers accumulated within a bermed area SHALL be properly labeledidentifying the contents of the container in accordance with OPGP03-ZH-0003,Packaging of Nonradioactive Waste Materials for Disposal.4.6.6 Containers which hold waste within a berm SHALL be closed at all times exceptwhen adding or removing waste.4.6.7 When possible, product and waste stored within the same area SHALL beseparated. (See Addendum 1 and Steps 4.7.7 through 4.7.9 for proper storageguidelines)4.6.8 Disposal of expendable and hazardous or nonhazardous materials SHALL be inaccordance with OPGP03-ZH-0003, Packaging of Nonradioactive WasteMaterials for Disposal. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 19 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.6.9 Records SHALL be kept for all sludge removed from any wastewater treatmentsystem. Records SHALL be maintained on a monthly basis using Form 3,Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log, and include the following:4.6.9.1 Volume of waste and date(s) generated from treatment process.4.6.9.2 Volume of waste disposed of on-site OR shipped off-site.4.6.9.3 Date(s) of disposal.4.6.9.4 Identity of transporter.4.6.9.5 Location of disposal site.4.6.9.6 Method of final disposal. OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 j Page 20 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.7 Oil/Chemical Product StorageNOTEIn addition to the requirements listed below, procurement and storage of oil, chemicals, solvents, orhazardous material must comply with the requirements of:" OPGP03-ZF-0019, Control of Transient Fire Loads and Use of Combustible and Flammable Liquidsand Gases,* OPGP03-ZI-0012, Hazardous Communication Program," OPGPO3-ZI-0015, Industrial Compressed Air and Gases,* OPGP03-ZG-0001, Control of Materials and Products by the User Group," OPGP03-ZM-0004, Lubrication Program, and" OPGP03-ZI-0008, Control of Expendable Materials.4.7.1 Storage of bulk quantities (any quantity greater than one (1) gallon of chemicals,solvents, and hazardous material OR any quantity greater than thirty (30) gallonsof oil or lubricants) which have a potential for direct discharge to theenvironment (i.e., any material stored without engineered containment) SHALLbe within a bermed area.4.7.1.14.7.1.2Berms should be sized to contain the entire contents of the largestcontainer plus 10 percent for precipitation. Covered berms needonly be sized to contain the entire contents of the largest container.Alternative containment systems (e.g., skid pans or drip pans) maybe used for product being stored temporarily.NOTELoading or off-loading of product containers does NOT require a containment system although properprecautions should be taken to prevent any possible spills or discharge of product to the environment.Total containment of temporary mobile tanks may be waived at the discretion of EnvironmentalPersonnel.4.7.1.3Alternative containment systems (e.g., drip pans for hoseconnections) SHALL be employed for truck loading or off-loadingactivities.4.7.2 Product containers SHALL be labeled to identify the contents contained(paint, solvent, etc.). OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 I Page 21 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.7.3 Accumulated precipitation in bermed areas must be removed in a timely manneras necessary to prevent overflow of the berm and not exceed the volumerequired to accommodate the largest container inside the berm.4.7.3.1 Accumulated precipitation NOT routed to an appropriate treatmentsystem shall be visually inspected for surface sheens or otherindications of oil contamination prior to discharge.4.7.3.2 Accumulated precipitation with indication of oil contaminationSHALL be routed to an appropriate treatment system.4.7.3.3 Accumulated precipitation removed from bulk oil storage facilitiesthat is NOT routed to an appropriate treatment system SHALL bedocumented.4.7.4 Containers within the berm SHALL be closed during storage except when it isnecessary to remove material.4.7.5 Non-engineered bermed areas must have a sign specifying the organizationresponsible for that area.4.7.6 WHEN possible, THEN product and waste stored within the same area SHALLbe separated. (See Addendum 1 in addition to Steps 4.7.7 through 4.7.9 forproper storage guidelines.)4.7.7 Corrosive material SHALL NOT be stored next to flammable liquids, flammablesolids, oxidizing materials, or organic peroxides.4.7.8 Cyanides or cyanide mixtures SHALL NOT be stored with acids or corrosiveliquids.4.7.9 Poisonous gases SHALL NOT be stored with flammable liquids orflammable gases.4.8 Spill Response, Cleanup, and Reporting4.8.1 Spill response, cleanup, and reporting SHALL be done in accordance withOPGP03-ZH-0006, Nonradioactive Spill Response, Cleanup and Reporting andthe Integrated Spill Contingency Plan for STPEGS. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 22 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.9 Monitoring and Reporting Requirements4.9.1 STPEGS personnel SHALL conduct the activities describe below in accordancewith applicable site procedures and policies.4.9.1.1 Monitor ongoing site activities for compliance with environmentalregulatory requirements:a. Hazardous Waste Storage Area Weekly InspectionChecklist (Form 1).b. Monthly Groundwater Usage Report (Form 2)c. Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log(Form 3)4.9.1.2 Conduct on-site sampling and analysis or arrange for offsiteanalysis of effluent streams, potable water system, groundwaterwells, Main Cooling Reservoir, and waste streams associated withthe solid waste management requirements.NOTEStep 4.9.1.3 is applicable only to activities covered by Unit 1 Operating License No. NPF-76 andUnit 2 Operating License No. NPF-80.4.9.1.3 Submit copies to the USNRC of permit/license acquisitions andreports submitted in behalf of the STPEGS to other governmentagencies (federal, state, etc.)4.9.1.4 Prepare and submit the Annual Environmental Operating Report(AEOR) as required by Section 5.4.1 of Appendix B to Unit 1Operating License No. NPF-76 and Unit 2 Operating License NoNPF-80, Environmental Protection Plan (Nonradiological). OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 23 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.10 Land Management4.10.1 The following activities SHALL have a nonradiological environmentalevaluation in accordance with OPGPO3-ZA-00 17, NonradiologicalEnvironmental Evaluations:4.10.1.1 Any cleaning, clearing, or draining activities in the spillwaychannel other than mowing or actions that DO NOT disturb theroot zone of the existing vegetation (SPR 941677).4.10.1.2 Any activity that would disturb the Low Land Habitat.4.10.1.3 Any clearing, grubbing, or grading other than routine mowing thatwould result in the disturbance of one or more acres of land.4.10.2 Prior to disturbing the ground in an area on site outside the existing Unit 1 andUnit 2 facilities, a review SHALL be performed to determine if the area mightcontain archaeological items of cultural significance.4.10.2.1 Review the Final Environmental Statement -Operating License(FES-OL), and supplements, Final Environmental Statement -Construction Phase (FES-CP), Environmental Report to the NRCand supplements, and/or Appendix B to Technical Specifications toobtain information pertaining to the archeological significance ofthe location where ground will be disturbed.4.10.2.2 IF the document review indicates the NRC has previouslyevaluated the location where ground will be disturbed as notsignificant, THEN no further action is needed. OTHERWISE,contact the State Historic Preservation Officer for guidance on howto proceed prior to initiating ground disturbance.4.10.3 IF during ground disturbance an unanticipated discovery of archaeological itemsof cultural significance is made, THEN refer to Addendum 5, UnanticipatedDiscovery of Cultural Resources, for further guidance. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 24 of 50Site Environmental Compliance4.11 Corrective Action Measures4.11.1 Deviations, deficiencies, discrepancies, items requiring remedial action, or otherenvironmental violations noted by the EPC or alternate SHALL be subject tocorrective measures in accordance with OPGP03-ZX-0002, Condition ReportingProcess, or other applicable documentation.4.12 Environmental Compliance Screening4.12.1 Changes to procedures, programs, or the facility which may affect compliancewith the Environmental Protection Program (EPP) or applicable operatingpermits SHALL be reviewed per OPGPO3-ZA-00 17, NonradiologicalEnvironmental Evaluations. Addendum 4, Environmental ComplianceScreening Questions, may be used to determine if a proposed change requires aNonradiological Environmental Evaluation. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 25 of 50Site Environmental Compliance5.0 References5.1 Appendix B, Environmental Protection Plan (Nonradiological) to Unit 1 Operating LicenseNPF-76 and Unit 2 Operating License NPF-805.2 OPCP1O-ZH-0002, Packaging and Shipment of Nonradioactive Waste Materials5.3 0PGP03-ZA-0017, Nonradiological Environmental Evaluations5.4 0PGP03-ZA-051 1, Refrigerant Management Program5.5 0PGP03-ZH-0003, Packaging of Nonradioactive Waste Materials for Disposal5.6 0PGP03-ZH-0006, Nonradioactive Spill Response, Cleanup, and Reporting5.7 0PGP03-ZI-0008, Control of Expendable Materials5.8 0PGP03-ZG-0001, Control of Materials and Products By User Groups5.9 0PGP03-ZX-0002, Condition Reporting Process5.10 OPGPO3-ZI-0015, Industrial Compressed Air and Gases5.11 OPGPO3-ZG-000 1, Control of Materials and Products by the User Group5.12 OPGP03-ZM-0004, Lubrication Program5.13 OPGP03-ZI-0012, Hazard Communication Program5.14 OPGPO3-ZF-0019, Control of Transient Fire Loads and Use of Combustible andFlammable Liquids and Gases5.15 29 CFR 1910.12005.16 40 CFR 116, 261, 262, 2685.17 49CFR 171,1725.18 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Permit No. 74105.19 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Permit No. 019085.20 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Registration No. 306515.21 Federal Operating Permit 08015.22 Facility Notice of Registration No. 306515.23 Integrated Spill Contingency Plan for STPEGS, October 20045.24 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan5.25 ST-YS-EY-6120, July 8, 19865.26 ST-HS-HS-5650, September 1, 19865.27 Administrative Policy No. STP-415 OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 26 of 50Site Environmental Compliance5.28 SPR-94-16775.29 Condition Report No. 97-82055.30 30TAC335.15.31 SARA Title III, Section 311 and 3125.32 1O CFR 505.33 30TACI115.34 30TAC1O6.4335.35 30TAC1O6.4545.36 TACB Permit Exemption NO. X-4014 OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 27 of 50Site Environmental Compliance6.0 Support Documents6.1 Form 1, Hazardous Waste Storage Area Weekly Inspection Checklist6.2 Form 2, Monthly Groundwater Usage Report6.3 Form 3, Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log6.4 Form 4, Blast Grit Usage Tracking6.5 Form 5, Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking6.6 Form 6, Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking6.7 Form 7, Storm Water Sampling6.8 Form 8, Storm Water Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist6.9 Form 9, Storm Water Periodic Inspection Checklist6.10 Addendum 1, Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials6.11 Addendum 2, Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations6.12 Addendum 3, Auxiliary Boiler Emission Standards and Limitations6.13 Addendum 4, Environmental Compliance Screening Questions6.14 Addendum 5, Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Z09190PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 28 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 1 Hazardous Waste Storage Area Weekly Inspection Page 1 of 1Checklist (Sample)Satisfactory Comments & CorrectiveActionsHousekeeping Yes/NoCondition of drums/containers (look for Yes/Nodeteriorated or leaking containers)Drums Properly Sealed Yes/NoDrums Properly Labeled Yes/NoAdequate Aisle Space Between Drums Yes/NoIncompatible Wastes Separated Yes/NoCondition of bulk waste containers (look for Yes/Nodeteriorated or leaking containers)Bulk Waste Containers Properly Labeled Yes/No"Authorized Personnel" Signs Posted Yes/NoSecurity Fence & Gate Secure Yes/NoSafety Equipment Available (Fire Yes/NoExtinguisher, Eye Wash Station, etc.)Berm Integrity and Condition Yes/NoAccumulation Date of the Oldest Hazardous Waste Container:Inspection Performed by:Date:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant Z0920OPGPO3-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 29 of 50 ZSite Environmental ComplianceForm 2 IMonthly Ground Water Usage Report (Sample) IPagelI ofl IMONTHLY REPORT FORMonth/Year:Ending BeginningWELL MonthlyNO. Date Time Meter Reading Date Time Meter Reading Usage (Gal) Remarks*Read Read (Gal) Read Read (Gal)5678NTF-FWTotal (Gal)_*Remarks should include the dates and meter readings associated with equipment (wells and meters) taken out of or returned to service.Prepared by:Date:Date:Reviewed by:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant. Z0919I. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 30 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 3 Wastewater Treatment System Sludge Removal Log (Sample) Page 1 of IMONTHLY REPORT FORMonth/Year:Date Treatment Volume Disposal Disposal Disposal Facility Transporter Disposal Method___e System Removed Date Volume I1- 4 4- 4 + 41- 4 4- 4 + 44 .9- 4 + 4 .9 4 9- 4 + 4 4I. $ 4- 4 + 4 44. 4 4- 4 4 4 44- 4 4- 4 + 4 44- 4 4- 4 + 4 44- 4 4- 4 4 4 4Prepared by:Reviewed by:Date:Date:This form, when completed, SHALL be retained for the life of the plant. Z0919Site Environmental ComplianceForm 4 Blast Grit Usage Tracking (Sample) Page 1 of 1Month/Year:Date Operating Abrasive Type* Amt. Used (tons)I Hours I Ii i4 I I4. 4 I4. 4 I4. 4 4+ 4 41~ I I4. 4 4+ 4 4+ 4. 4Totals:*Abrasive type = Coal Slag, Silica Sand or Other (Specify)This facility is currently exempted under Permit Exemption No. X-4014Prepared by:Date:This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. Z0919O PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 IPage 32°ofs°0Site Environmental ComplianceI Form 5 Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking (Sample) IPagel1 of 2IDay Hour VOC Emitted Usage Total OperatingDate 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 (ibslday) (gatday) Hours (hrsJday)Sunday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/'hr)EMISSIONS (ibI5-hr)Monday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (Ib/5-hr)Tuesday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Ib/gal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (Ib/5-hr)Wednesday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (Iblgal)EMISSIONS (Ib/hr)EMISSIONS (lb/5-hr)This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. OPGP03-ZO-0025 1 Rev. 13 Page 33 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 5 Surface Coat Facility Operations Tracking (Sample) Page 2 of 2_Day Hour VOC Emitted Usage Total OperatingDate 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 (lbs/day) (gal/day) Hours (hrs/day)Thursday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (lb/gal)EMISSIONS (lb/hr)EMISSIONS (lb/5-hr)Friday Product No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (lb/gal)EMISSIONS (lb/hr)EMISSIONS (IblS-tr)SaturdayProduct No.Quantity (gallons)VOC (lb/gal)EMISSIONS (lb/hr)EMISSIONS (IblS-hr)VOC Emitted (lbs/wk) =Operating Hours (hswk) =Prepared by:Date: Z0919OPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 Page 34 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 6 Degreaser Unit Operations Tracking (Sample) Page 1 of 1Degreaser Unit Location:Month/Year Solvent Solvent Added [(-) [Solvent Drained Net UsageType (gal) (gal) (gal)4 p 4 44 4 4i 4 i 44 4 4 4 4TotaII1 galPrepared by:Date:This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. Z0919OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 35 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 7 Storm Water Sampling (Sample) Page I of IForm7 Strm aterSamping(Samle) age 1 oOUTFALL:GENERALDATE OF OBSERVATION:WEATHER CONDITIONS:TEMPERATURE:RAINFALL STARTED AT: RAINFALL ENDED AT:DURATION OF STORM EVENT (MINUTES): TOTAL RAINFALL (INCHES):FIRST FLOW THROUGH OUTFALL OBSERVED AT:VOL. DISCH. DURING EVENT (GAL.):DATE OF PREVIOUS RAINFALL: PREVIOUS RAINFALL AMOUNT (IN):GRAB SAMPLESSAMPLE DATE/TIME: (MUST BE W/IN 30 MIN. OF FIRST OBSERVED FLOWTHROUGH OUTFALL, NO MORE THAN AN HOUR)VISUALCOLOR:FLOATING SOLIDS:ODOR: FOAM:CLARITY: OIL SHEEN:OTHER OBVIOUS INDICATORS OF STORM WATER POLLUTION:ANALYTICALIRON COLLECTED: YES NO if no, why_TSS COLLECTED (if applicable): YES NOif no, whySAMPLER SIGNATURE:This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. Z0919OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 36 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceForm 8 Storm Water Pollutant Source Monthly Checklist Page 1 of 1(Sample)Month: Performed by:Potential Storm Water Pollutant Source RemarksGasoline Storage Tank (fuel island)Diesel Storage Tank (fuel island)Diesel Storage Tank (NTF)Diesel Storage Tank (NSC)Diesel Storage Tank (EOF)Fueling StationEnvironmental YardWSWTS/ Sodium Hypochlorite TankTSWTS/Sodium Hypochlorite TankNSC Potable Water Hypochlorite TankMain Potable Water Hypochlorite TankCar WashKerosene and Diesel Fuel Tanks Bld 20Admin Parking LotFiring Range Parking LotDrum Storage (Bld 20)Sandblast AreaEquipment LaydownMaterial StockpilesLandfill (Inactive)Land Farm (Inactive)Fertilizer/HerbicideNotes:
- Switchyard walk-downs are performed by Transmission and Distribution personnel." Warehouse Building 19 checked by Warehouse personnel." CW and EW chemical injection systems checked by Chemistry personnel." Remainder of Facilities on Plant Operation watch stations.This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years.
Z0919OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 37 gof 50Site Environmental ComplianceF Form 9 Storm Water Periodic Inspection Checklist (Sample) [ Page I of IInspections are to be conducted on a quarterly basis. Refer to the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan(SWPPP) potential pollutant list for individual sources/locations.Should revisions or additions to the SWPPP be required based on the findings of the inspection, asummary description of these proposed changes should be documented in a summary attached to theinspection checklist. The summary must include the time frame required to implement the proposedchanges.AreaGood Housekeeping MeasuresFueling Area(s)Chemical (Un)Loading AreasLiquid Storage TanksLaydown Yard(s)Vehicle Maintenance ActivitiesMaterial Storage Area(s)Bulk Storage Area(s)Pipeline(s)/Pumps forFuel Oil/ChemicalsLandfill InspectionsActive Landfill Area:Stabilization/ErosionStorm Water Collection SystemLand Application Area:Stabilization/ErosionStorm Water Collection SystemIntegrated Contingency PlanErosion Control MeasuresMaintenance Program forStructural ControlsBest Management PracticesEmployee TrainingInspector:Satisfactory?Comments -if No, Other or NAYes NoYes_ No_Yes NoYes NoYes NoYes NoYes_ NoYes_ NoYes NoYes_ No_Yes NoYes_ NoYes_ NoYes_ NoYes NoYes_ NoYes_ NoDate:This form, when complete, SHALL be retained for five years. SOPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 38 of 50I .. .Site Environmental Compliance .I Addendum 1 Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials Page 1 of 3Many hazardous wastes, when mixed with other waste or materials at a hazardous waste facility, can produceeffects which are harmful to human health and the environment, such as (1) heat or pressure, (2) fire orexplosion, (3) violent reaction, (4) toxic dusts, mists, fumes, or gases, or (5) flammable fumes or gases.Below are examples of potentially incompatible wastes, waste components, and materials, along with theharmful consequences which result from mixing materials in one group with materials in another group. It ispossible for potentially incompatible wastes to be mixed in a way that precludes a reaction (e.g., adding acidto water rather than water to acid) or that neutralizes them (e.g., a strong acid mixed with a strong base), orthat controls substances produced (e.g., by generating flammable gases in a closed tank equipped so thatignition cannot occur, and burning the gases in an incinerator).In the lists below, the mixing of a Group A material with a Group B material may have the potentialconsequence as noted.GROUP 1-AAcetylene sludgeAlkaline caustic liquidsAlkaline cleanerAlkaline corrosive liquidsAlkaline corrosive battery fluidCaustic wastewaterLime sludge and other corrosive alkalinesLime wastewaterLime and waterGROUP 1-BAcid sludgeAcid and waterBattery acidChemical cleanersElectrolyte, acidEtching acid liquid or solventPickling liquor and other corrosive acidSpent acidSpent mixed acidSpent causticSpent sulfuric acidPotential Consequences: Heat generation; Violent reaction O 0PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 39 of 50Site Environmental Compliance;Addendum Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/MateriaI Page 2 of 3Addenum 1Exampes o Potntialy Inompaible asteMateial ae2oGROUP 2-AAluminumBerylliumCalciumLithiumGROUP 2-BAny waste in Group 1-A or 1-BMagnesiumPotassiumSodiumZinc powderOther reactive metals and metal hydridesPotential Consequences: Fire or explosion; Generation of flammable hydrogen gas.GROUP 3-AAlcoholsWaterGROUP 3-BAny concentrated waste in Groups 1-A or 1-BCalciumLithiumMetal hydridesPotassiumS02C12, SOC12, PC13, CH3SiC13Other water-reactive wastePotential Consequences: Fire, explosion, or heat generation; Generation of flammable or toxic gases.GROUP 4-AAlcoholsAldehydesHalogenated hydrocarbonsNitrated hydrocarbonsUnsaturated hydrocarbonsOther reactive organic compounds and solventsGROUP 4-BConcentrated Group 1-A or 1-B wasteGroup 2-A wastesPotential Consequences: Fire, explosion, or violent reaction. [OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 40 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceE Addendum 1 Examples of Potentially Incompatible Waste/Materials Page 3 of IGROUP 5-ASpent cyanide and sulfide solutionsGROUP 5-BGroup 1-B wastesPotential Consequences: Generation of toxic hydrogen cyanide or hydrogen sulfide gas.GROUP 6-AChloratesChlorineChloritesChromic acidHypochloritesNitratesNitric acid, fumingPerchloratesPermanganatesPeroxidesOther strong oxidizersGROUP 6-BAcetic acid and other organic acidsConcentrated mineral acidsGroup 2-A wastesGroup 4-A wastesOther flammable and combustible wastesPotential consequences: Fire, explosion, or violent reaction.Source: "Law, Regulation, and Guidelines for Handling of Hazardous Waste."California Department of Health, February 1975. IOPGP03-ZO-0025 I Rev. 13 J Page 41 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 2 Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations Page 1 of 3To ensure permit compliance, the following outfall limitations and requirements SHALL be maintained:Cooling Pond Discharge -Outfall 001NOTEDischarges via this outfall must also comply with state water quality standards.1. Daily maximum flow SHALL NOT exceed 200 MGD.2. Daily average flow SHALL NOT exceed 144 MGD.3. Daily average temperature SHALL NOT exceed 35°C (950F).4. Daily maximum temperature SHALL NOT exceed 36.1 0C (970F).5. pH SHALL be maintained between 6.0 and 9.0 standard units.6. There SHALL be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts andno discharge of visible oil.7. Total residual chlorine SHALL be maintained below detectable levels.8. Biomonitoring SHALL NOT exhibit chronic toxicity as defined in TCEQ Permit No. 01908.Neutralization Basin -Outfall 1011. The daily maximum total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 100 mg/l.2. The daily average for total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 30 mg/l.3. The daily maximum for oil and grease SHALL NOT exceed 20 mg/l.4. The daily average for oil and grease SHALL NOT exceed 15 mg/l.5. There SHALL be no discharge of visible foam or floating solids in other than trace amounts andno discharge of visible oil. Site Environmental ComplianceE Addendumn 2 Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations Page 2 of 3Oily Waste Treatment System -Outfall 2011. The daily maximum for total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 100 mg/l.2. The daily average for total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 30 mg/l.3. The daily maximum for oil and grease SHALL NOT exceed 20 mg/l.4. The daily average for oil and grease SHALL NOT exceed 15 mg/l.5. There SHALL be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts andno discharge of visible oil.West Sanitary Waste Treatment System -Outfall 4011. The daily maximum Biochemical Oxygen Demand (5-day) SHALL NOT exceed 45 mg/l.2. The daily average Biochemical Oxygen Demand (5-day) SHALL NOT exceed 20 mg/l.3. The daily maximum for total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 45 mg/l.4. The daily average for total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 20 mg/i.5. There SHALL be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts andno discharge of visible oil.Metal Cleaning Waste -Outfall 5011. The daily maximum for total iron SHALL NOT exceed 1 mg/I.2. The daily average for total iron SHALL NOT exceed 1 mg/l.3. The daily maximum for total copper SHALL NOT exceed 1 mg/l.4. The daily average for total copper SHALL NOT exceed 0.5 mg/l.5. There SHALL be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts andno discharge of visible oil. O 0PGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 43 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 2 Nonradiological Plant Effluent Standards and Limitations Page 3 of 3Training Sanitary Waste Treatment System -Outfall 6011. The daily maximum Biochemical Oxygen Demand (5-day) SHALL NOT exceed 45 mg/l.2. The daily average Biochemical Oxygen Demand (5-day) SHALL NOT exceed 20 mg/l.3. The daily maximum for total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 45 mg/l.4. The daily maximum for total suspended solids SHALL NOT exceed 20 mg/l.5. There SHALL be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts andno discharge of visible oil. [OPGP03-ZO-0025 R Rev. 13 Page 44 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceI Addendum 3 Auxiliary Boiler Emission Standards and Limitations Page 1 of 1To ensure permit compliance the following emission limitations and requirements SHALL be maintainedfor the Auxiliary Boiler:1. The following maximum allowable emission rates SHALL be maintained:a. 0.3 lb/mm BTU and 55 lb/hr oxides of nitrogenb. 0.24 lb/mm BTU and 44.4 lb/hr sulfur dioxidec. 0.1 lb/mm BTU and 18.3 lb/hr particulatesd. 15.24 lb/hr carbon monoxidee. 1.01 lb/hr volatile organic compounds2. Emission opacity SHALL NOT exceed 15 percent averaged over a six minute period.3. The emission point (Auxiliary Boiler) SHALL be fired only with No. 2 fuel oil with a sulfurcontent no greater than 0.30 percent by weight.4. During load operation greater than 30 percent, feedback control from the oxygen monitor SHALLcontinuously maintain Low Excess Air (LEA) air/fuel ratio parameters in the combustion mixture.In lieu of the use of feedback control from the oxygen monitor, the boiler may be manuallyoperated within a range of between 2.5 and 10 percent excess oxygen in the flue gas. Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 4 Environmental Compliance Screening Questions Page 1 of 3This addendum provides guidance on the types of changes to the facility that require a NonradiologicalEnvironmental Evaluation per 0PGP03-ZA-0017, Nonradiological Environmental Evaluations.A Nonradiological Environmental Evaluation is required if all or a portion of a plant design change(including installation, construction, modification, or operation and maintenance of the change) alters,adds, deletes or impacts any of the following subordinate issues.1. Change to the Environmental Protection Plan (EPP) or change that could potentially constitutean unreviewed environmental question as defined in Appendix B to the Operating License?Note that implementation of changes in the EPP shall not commence prior to NRC approval of theproposed changes in the form of a license amendment. Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Impact to previously undisturbed area(s) of the site-A matter that may result in an increase in any adverse environmental impact previously evaluatedin the Final Environmental Statement -Operating License, environmental impact appraisals or inany decisions of the Atomic Safety and Licensing Board [or successor organization]-A matter not previously reviewed and evaluated in the Final Environmental Statement -OperatingLicense, environmental appraisal or decision of the Atomic Safety and Licensing Board [orsuccessor organization]-A change in effluents or power level-Change increases potential to result in significant environmental impact that could be causallyrelated to plant operation (Examples: fish kills; increase in nuisance organisms or conditions;unanticipated or emergency discharge of waste water or chemical substances; or impact to anyonsite species protected by the Endangered Species Act)-Modification to station structures, systems or components that could potentially affect thecontinued protection of the environment2. Change could impact the site's ability to comply with conditions of applicable wastewaterdischarge permit(s)?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Potential to alter the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants discharged in plant effluents-Structural changes to Main Cooling Reservoir, Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facilities orblowdown facilities or monitoring capabilities-Re-location or change to designated discharge points-Potential to alter effluent flow rates, concentrations or temperatures-Structural changes to wastewater treatment systems or monitoring capabilities qllSite Environmental ComplianceOPGP03-ZO-0025 IRev. 13 Page 46 of 50]Addendum 4 Environmental Compliance Screening Questions I Page 2 of 33. Change could materially affect the site's potential for discharges of oils or chemicals?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Commissioning or decommissioning of tanks or bulk containers-Replacement, reconstruction or movement of tanks or bulk containers-Reconstruction, replacement or installation of piping systems-Construction or demolition that might alter secondary containment structures-Potential increase in site's oil or chemical storage inventory4. Change could impact the site's ability to comply with conditions of applicable storm waterdischarge permit?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Modifications, including deletions or additions, to structural controls that prevent pollutants fromentering storm water collection conveyances such as storm drains, ditches and sloughs.-Modifications that include any clearing or grading that would result in the disturbance of one ormore acre of land-Modifications that impact existing drainage flows5. Change could affect the site's water conservation capabilities?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Modifications, including deletions or additions, to procedures or components used for leak-detection, water-loss accounting, water transmission or delivery-Process modifications to improve water-use efficiency-Increase in production or consumption of non-potable water including well water6. Change could impact site's waste generation, minimization or disposal practices?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Potential to generate mixed hazardous and radioactive waste-Potential to generate a new or additional non-radioactive waste type-Potential to significantly increase generation of existing non-radioactive waste type-Change, addition or deletion of onsite waste processing practices7. Change or addition to existing potable water systems including water wells?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Changes or additions to the systems' production, treatment, storage or distribution facilities-Changes or additions to existing systems that result in an increase in production, treatment, orstorage capacity-Changes involving disinfection application points, disinfectants used or disinfection processes OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 47 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 4 Environmental Compliance Screening Questions Page 3 of 38. Change could impact the site's ability to comply with conditions of applicable air qualitypermit(s) or alter non-radioactive air emissions?Examples of air emission sources include, but are not limited to, tanks, diesel/electrical generators,boilers, heaters, degreasers, painting/coatings activities, abrasive blasting activities, cooling towers,outdoor burning, refrigerant use, building demolition or renovation activity, etc. Such changesinclude, but are not limited to:-Installation, construction, operation or maintenance of new air emission sources-Modification of existing air emission sources--A physical change or change in method of operation of an existing air emission source includingchanges in fuel, increase in hours of operation, increase in production rate, etc.-Installation, operation, cessation, removal/addition or replacement of pollution control ormonitoring technology associated with an air emission source-Addition or alteration of an existing source of carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, volatileorganic compounds, sulfur oxides, particulate matter, lead or ozone depleting chemicals-Potential increase in air emissions or air emission points-Potential asbestos removal or disturbance9. Change could impact site's ability to comply with various water rights permits, contractualagreements or other compliance documents that authorize the site to divert and impound waterfrom the Colorado River?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Structural modifications to the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility-Potential to increase water use or change the design flow rate-Impact to water use monitoring capability-Installation, construction, operation or maintenance of structures in or adjacent to navigablewaterways e.g. boat ramps, riprap, wharfs, piers, etc.-Potential for discharge or deposit of dredged or fill materials into navigable waters or onsite-Impacts the use by the public of navigable waters-Alterations to the reservoir spillway or embankments10. Change could impact site's current land management practices or regulatory obligations?Such changes include, but are not limited to:-Potentially result in net loss of existing wetlands-Change in designated area for onsite placement of waste material e.g. dredge, Class Ill waste,beneficial land application of sludge-Potentially impact natural resources and wildlife habitat-Potentially impact designated set aside areas such as the lowland habitat-Change in land use of previously un-impacted areas OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 48 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 5 Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Page 1 of 3IntroductionPursuant to the regulatory requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)and its implementing regulation 36 CFR Part 800 (as amended August 5, 2004) an Area of PotentialEffect (APE) associated with construction and operations activities (existing and proposed) at the SouthTexas Project site has been surveyed and a determination of no adverse effect to historic properties wasasserted and concurred with by the Texas Historical Commission (THC) on 01/19/2007. The followingUnanticipated Discovery Plan (UDP) outlines procedures to follow in the case of a post review discoveryin accordance with 36 CFR Part 800.13.Discovered cultural resource materials could include human skeletal remains, artifacts, sites, or any othercultural resources eligible, or potentially eligible, for listing in the National Register of Historic Places(NRHP). All cultural resource discoveries are considered confidential and to protect their integrity, thepress will not be contacted under any circumstance. This plan is intended to provide guidance toSTPNOC and their contractors so they can:* Comply with any applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, particularly 36 CFR 800(as amended August 5, 2004) that implements section 106 of the National HistoricPreservation Act of 1966, and* Describe to regulatory and review agencies the procedures agents will follow to prepare forand deal with unanticipated discoveries, and* Provide direction and guidance to project personnel for the proper procedures to be followedshould an unanticipated discovery occur.Discovery of Cultural ResourcesShould construction or maintenance activities cause disturbance to underground cultural/archaeologicalresources the following section establishes provisions for the professional archaeological treatment ofcultural materials discovered.Provisions of the Cultural / Archaeological Resource Procedures are as follows:A. If any STPNOC employee, contractor or subcontractor believes that they have uncovered any culturalresource during construction or maintenance activities, all work adjacent to the discovery shall cease.The STPNOC Supervisor responsible for the ongoing work will notify the STPNOC EnvironmentalManager immediately. A cultural resource discovery could be prehistoric or historic and consist of,but not be limited to:* anthropogenic soil horizons, occupational surfaces, middens, etc.,0 areas of charcoal or charcoal -stained soil and stones,* stone tools or waste flakes (i.e. an arrowhead, or stone chips),* bones, burned rocks, or other food related materials in association with stone tools orflakes,* or a cluster of tin cans or bottles, logging or agricultural equipment older than 50 years. O PGP03-ZO-0025 IRev. 13 Page 49 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 5 Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Page 2 of 3B. In order to protect the integrity of a discovery the STPNOC Supervisor will take appropriate steps toprotect the discovery site by ceasing all work in an area of stoppage adequate to provide for the totalsecurity, protection, and integrity of the resource. Vehicles, equipment, and unauthorized personnelwill not be permitted to traverse the discovery site. Work in the immediate area will not resume untiltreatment of the discovery has been completed following provisions for treating archaeologicalcultural material contained in this addendum.C. The STPNOC Environmental Manager, arrange for the site to be evaluated by a qualified culturalresources management specialist. If the cultural resources find is determined to be significant; thecultural resource specialist/archaeologist or consulting archaeologist will immediately contact theTHC to seek consultation regarding the National Register eligibility of any further discovery.Construction will be halted within the immediate area of the discovery and the scene will be protecteduntil consultation to determine the appropriate course of action has been conducted. The STPNOCSupervisor may direct construction away from cultural resources to work in other areas prior tocontacting the concerned parties.D. Where cultural resources are encountered during construction, but additional project effects to theresources are not anticipated, project construction may continue while documentation and assessmentof the cultural resources proceed. The total area of work stoppage will be adequate to provide for thesecurity, protection, and integrity of the discovery. Construction may continue at the discoverylocation only after the process outlined in this addendum is followed and STPNOC and THC aresatisfied the caveats of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act have been met.E. Routine documentation of newly discovered cultural material should not impact constructionschedules. Where complex or extensive cultural remains are encountered, the STPNOCEnvironmental Manager and archaeological personnel will determine the appropriate level ofdocumentation and treatment of the resource through consultation with THC.F. STPNOC will ensure the proper documentation and assessment of any discovered cultural resources incooperation with a contracted consultant and THC. All prehistoric and historic cultural materialdiscovered will be recorded by a professional archaeologist using standard techniques. Wherewarranted in the opinion of the qualified cultural resources professional, site overviews, features, andartifacts will be photographed; stratigraphic profiles and soil/sediment descriptions will be preparedfor subsurface exposures. Discovery locations will be documented on scaled site plans and sitelocation maps.G. All prehistoric and historic artifacts collected from the surface and from probes and excavation unitswill be analyzed, catalogued, and temporarily curated. Ultimate disposition of cultural materials willbe determined in consultation with the THC.H. Within 90 days of concluding fieldwork, a technical report describing any and all monitoring andresultant archaeological excavations will be provided to the STPNOC Environmental Manager. TheSTPNOC Environmental Manager will forward the report to the THC.I. If assessment activity exposes human remains (burials, isolated teeth, or bones) all defined proceduresoutlined in the following section will be followed. OPGP03-ZO-0025 Rev. 13 Page 50 of 50Site Environmental ComplianceAddendum 5 Unanticipated Discovery of Cultural Resources Page 3 of 3Special Procedures for the Discovery of Human Skeletal MaterialAny human skeletal remains regardless of ethnic origin, which may be discovered during this project willat all times be treated with dignity and respect.A. During all project operations if any STPNOC employee or any of the contractors or subcontractorsbelieves that they have made an unanticipated discovery of human skeletal remains, all work adjacentto the discovery shall cease. The area of work stoppage will be adequate to provide for the totalsecurity, protection, and integrity of the human skeletal remains. No persons other than the proper lawenforcement personnel, STPNOC Cultural Resource Consultant(s), and the THC will be authorizeddirect access to the discovery location after the area is secured. If the remains are determined to be ofNative American ancestry thorough consultation with the THC, tribal access will only be allowed tothe designated representative(s) of the affected tribes'. Coordination for tribal member access must gothrough the designated tribal representative. The strict control of a burial location is mandated toinsure the safety and integrity of the burial feature and remains.B. Representatives of STPNOC are responsible for taking appropriate steps to protect the discovery.. Theimmediate area will be secured to a distance adequate to provide for the total security, protection, andintegrity of the resource. Vehicles, equipment, and unauthorized personnel will not be permitted totraverse or enter the discovery site.C. STPNOC will immediately call the Matagorda County Sheriff's Office and will ensure that anindividual competent and qualified to identify human skeletal remains is present. If possible, theethnic origin, or ancestry, of the discovered human remains will be determined through consultationwith the THC, County Coroner and the THC-determined affected tribe. The local law enforcementofficial may arrange for a representative of the county coroner's office to assist the STPNOC CulturalResource Staff in the examination of the discovery and together will determine whether it should betreated as a crime scene or as a human burial of Native American ancestry.D. If disinterment of Native American human remains becomes necessary, the consulting parties, whichwill include STPNOC, THC, and the affected tribe(s), will jointly determine the final custodian of thehuman skeletal remains for reinterment.E. STPNOC and/or the FHWA will make a good faith effort at accommodating requests from theaffected tribe(s) to be present after they are notified of discoveries, and prior to the implementation ofmitigation measures related to the human remains. TER-3. 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Land Use Information for NRC Audit BinderAttachments: IEEE516.PDF; Original TreeSpec 97 05 Update with 11-15-05 revisions.docFriends,I received a request to forward to you information regarding Austin Energy (AE) Transmission ROWvegetation management on AE circuit 3123 and 3124 from the STNP Corridor at Danevang to Holmansubstation near La Grange. I hope the following information meets your needs." Austin Energy (AE) last performed ROW vegetation management in 2006 with extensive ROWdearing of brush and trees in the 100 foot ROW." Austin Energy is scheduled to perform vegetation maintenance on our four-year cycle, scheduledmaintenance this year, 2010 We are scheduled to begin field work on this ROW sometime inMarch, 2010* AE has completed our property ownership research and we are beginning our field patrols of theROW to assess vegetation conditions. Preliminary findings are that the ROW vegetationconditions are still very good, with good clearances and access." AE has an aggressive and thorough vegetation management program utilizing herbicideapplications, tree removals and mowing to control vegetation to prevent outages and maintainfacility access." AE Forestry Transmission Program is managed according to AE Tree Pruning and Line ClearanceSpecifications (attached). The methods of ROW maintenance that more direct our practices onthis ROW are outlined on page 4, item B of these specifications. This is paraphrased as "anyvegetation in the AE right-of-way that has the potential to grow into the clearance zone (20 feetminimum clearance near poles or structures and 25 feet at mid-span) of the transmissionconductors, should be targeted for removal... As right of way conditions allow, the right of waymay be kept clear of woody vegetation by mowing or other appropriate methods." (specificallyherbicide applications)." AE's specifies removal of trees that have the potential of growing into the clearance zonesurrounding the conductors, which is a minimum of 20 to 25 feet; and in most cases much moreclearance distance is achieved; which allows for four to five years of above-average tree growth.These distances are in addition to the 9.4 feet minimum distance for 345kV from the IEEE 5162003 Clearances (table attached)." AE Transmission Construction and Maintenance personnel patrol this transmission ROW twice ayear and report any vegetation concerns to AE Transmission Forestry Section for immediateattention for vegetation maintenance.Please let me know if this is the appropriate information you need. If you require any additionalsupporting information, please don't hesitate to contact me via e-mail with the specifics needed, or call meat one of the phone numbers given below.Thank you,Carl SchattenbergUtility ForesterAustin Energy(512) 322-6931 (Office)(512) 801-4997 (Cell)1/7/20 10 TER-4. Austin Energy Tree Pruning and T-line Clearance Specs, November 7,2005, [STPLR-448] /4-- STPL_- 446AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSINTRODUCTIONThese Tree Pruning Specifications and Requirements, together with the American National StandardsInstitute ANSI A300, "Standard for Tree Care Operations" (as approved May 22, 2001, or subsequentrevision), shall govern all pruning and/or removal of any plant or tree growth interfering with the safeoperation of any City of Austin Energy (AE) facility. Where any discrepancy or contradiction existsbetween this contract document and the ANSI standard, the requirements of the contract document shallprevail.The primary goal for the line clearance tree pruning program is to maintain a safe and reliable electricaltransmission and distribution system. These specifications and requirements prescribe arboriculturalstandards to ensure consistent tree pruning practices, and efficient, economical line clearancemaintenance. They shall provide a basis for determining whether tree pruning is necessary orappropriate, and shall dictate the arboricultural methods to be adhered to in the performance of the workactivity described in this document.The AE is obliged and committed to compliance with the terms and conditions of City of Austin GeneralDevelopment Permit No. GP-05-0000.AEU, and any subsequent extension or renewal. The Vendor shallbe familiar with these terms and conditions, and will ensure that no violations occur as a result of theVendor's actions.All tree work shall conform to approved principles and techniques of modern arboriculture. Proper lineclearance tree pruning shall direct tree growth away from electrical conductors and facilities, extendpruning cycles, and reduce the overall amount of future pruning work required. The AE shall determinethe appropriate distances between all plant or tree growth and electrical facilities. Because of thedifficulty in developing line clearance tree pruning policies which would cover all circumstances, the AEreserves the right to assess, on a case-by-case basis, any special situations where the strict applicationof these specifications and requirements might be impractical or inappropriate.I. PRUNING SPECIFICATIONSThe following specifications shall apply to all tree pruning unless otherwise specified herein. For thepurpose of this line clearance tree pruning contract, a tree shall be considered to be a self-supportingwoody perennial plant, having a trunk diameter of no less than two inches (2") at maturity, measured atfour and one-half (4-1/2) feet (Qiameter at Breast Height, or DBH), with one (1) or more branchesdeveloping from the stem or trunk. Plants containing multiple trunks or stems, each of which exceeds twoinches (2") in diameter (DBH), will be considered to be one (1) tree when those stems originate from acommon root crown, or are less than six inches (6") apart.A) The most important technique in pruning a tree is the collar cut. This term refers to the final pruningcut to remove a limb just outside the raised portion (branch collar) of the branch junction with thetrunk or another limb. A proper collar cut will minimize the exposed surface area of the cut surface.All limb or branch removals shall be performed using the collar cut method.B) When removing a lateral branch at its point of origin on the trunk or parent limb, the final cut shall bemade in branch tissue close to the trunk or parent limb, without cutting into the branch bark ridge orcollar, or leaving a stub. (ANSI A300 Standard 5.3.2 and 5.3.3).C) When removing a dead branch, the final cut shall be made just outside the collar of live tissue. If thecollar has grown out along the branch stub, only the dead stub shall be removed. The live collar shallbe left intact and uninjured. (ANSI A300 Standard, 5.3.5).D) No stub and/or flush cuts shall be left on the trunk or supporting branch unless specifically requestedby the property owner and specifically approved by the AE, prior to the removal of branch or limb.11/07/05 1 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSE) Old stubs from prior stub cuts that have re-sprouted and re-grown into the electrical conductor cleararea shall be removed to the branch collar of the stubbed-off limb, or may be pruned to a lateral limb,behind the stub, large enough to assume the terminal role, consistent with these pruningspecifications and requirements.F) The three-cut method should be used in order to prevent ripping or peeling of the bark on the trunk orparent stem from which the limb is removed.G) When a leader, dominate or co-dominate stem is to be removed, it shall be removed back to a laterallimb or branch no less than one-third (1/3) of the diameter of the portion being removed.H) When removal of an entire lateral limb back to the branch collar on the parent stem would removeexcessive branch tissue and foliage, and is not necessary to obtain the required line clearance, theleader of a lateral limb may be pruned to a lateral limb large enough to assume the terminal role. Inmaking a thinning cut in this instance, the final cut shall be beyond the branch bark ridge of thecrotch.I) All final lateral pruning shall be concluded at a branch collar on the supporting branches or trunksgrowing away from the electrical facility, so that the growth of the tree is directed away from electricalfacilities (directional pruning).J) Directional pruning is used to redirect side growth away from the electrical facilities. Limbs growingtowards the facilities are removed to appropriate limbs or trunk to train the tree away from theelectrical facilities.K) Drop crotch pruning is used to reduce the height of a tree by removing dominant or co-dominantstems in the center of the crown of the tree and direct growth away from the electric lines overhead.This method of line clearance pruning is most often used when the conductors are involved with thecenter of the tree crown. Limbs should be cut at the branch bark ridge, consistent with properarboricultural techniques, as detailed in B) above.L) All tree pruning wounds and other wounds caused by AE operations on oak trees shall be treatedpromptly with a thin but complete covering of an approved non-phytotoxic tree wound dressing.Wounds on oaks shall be treated before moving to another part of the tree, and prior to descendingthe tree. All oak stumps shall be painted with a tree wound dressing, as required on all oak wounds.No other tree species shall be painted unless specifically requested by the property owner, ordirected by the AE. (ANSI A300 Standard, 5.4.1).M) Rips and peels are not acceptable and shall be avoided, but if they occur, tree wound dressing maybe applied, as a cosmetic treatment only. Tree wound dressing may be applied as a cosmetictreatment on large wounds.N) To help prevent the spread of various types of tree diseases, all cutting tools (hand and powered)shall be surface disinfected with a seventy percent (70%) or higher solution of alcohol and water.Other disinfectants, such as Lysol and 50% chlorine bleach (sodium hypochlorite) and water solutionmay be substituted. Disinfectants shall be applied prior to commencing any pruning on the job site,and immediately after pruning oaks suspected to be infected with oak wilt in a designated diseasedarea.11/07/05 2 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSII. LINE CLEARANCELine clearance distances attained during tree pruning operations shall vary depending on the power linevoltage and the type of trees encountered. Higher voltage power lines require greater clearances. Fastgrowing trees shall be pruned to provide more clearance from electrical facilities than slow growing trees.The tree pruning operation shall provide clearance as appropriate for the line voltage and average growthrate of the affected trees, with the overall objective of achieving a minimum four (4) to five (5) yearpruning cycle.Line clearing shall begin only after careful consideration of the position occupied by the electric facilityrelative to the adjacent trees, and the growth rate of the affected trees.The clearances specified shall be consistently achieved. Special efforts shall be undertaken forreasonable resolution of any property owner objections or disputes.DISTRIBUTION FACILITIESIf the pruning required to obtain adequate clearance from an electric facility (i.e., leaning pole, low poleheight, sagging wire) would significantly affect the shape of the tree, the Vendor shall consult with the AEInspector to determine if the electric facilities can be adjusted to reduce the pruning required.Telephone or TV Cable facilities shall not be considered in determining line clearances.A) Primary conductors 600 volts to 12,500 volts -Minimum clearance shall be 6 to 8 feet, dependingon the tree species. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle. The Vendor shall remove alloverhang above the top of the pole or primary conductor, or as directed by the AE.B) Secondary conductors less than 600 volts -Minimum clearance shall be 4 to 6 feet, dependingupon tree species. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle.C) Service drops and streetlight conductors -2 to 3 feet, depending upon tree species. Servicedrops and street light conductors will only be pruned when Vendor crews are working in the area andlimbs are applying pressure to the facilities. The cost effectiveness of re-routing the wires will beconsidered before any line clearance work is completed. Tree removals will not be done on thesewire types.D) Poles, Guy Wires, Down Guys, Transformers, and Other Electric Facilities -The Vendor shallfree guy wires and down guys of weight, strain or altered position caused by contact with tree limbs orbranches. Guy wires, down guys and poles shall be free of vines. The AE, at its sole discretion, shalldetermine whether to cut and/or remove all vines or plant growth obstructing or limiting accesses, atthe base of, or on the affected electric facility.E) Street lights and night watchmen lights will not be part of the Utility Forestry Section lineclearance program. Any trees that need to be maintained for illumination purposed are solely theresponsibility of the owner or PARD.F) New Construction -The customer requesting service will be asked to be responsible for clearing alltrees in the ground easement to meet the requirements of the AE. All required tree removal permitswill be the responsibility of the customer and will be completed by the customer. The AE's Vendorwill be responsible for pruning all trees to establish necessary aerial clearance to provide safe andreliable electric service.11/07/05 3 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSTRANSMISSION FACILITIES -69,000 volts to 345,000 voltsWherever possible, the following transmission specifications shall be obtained by the Contractor. TheVendor shall inform AE personnel where these clearances can not be obtained.A) Trees and other vegetation will be pruned or removed to allow for a minimum of 20 feet of clearancenear all transmission conductors, poles or structures and a minimum of 25 feet at mid-span, to allowfor sag and sway. Additional line clearance may be required to allow for the annual growth of thevegetation to maintain a 4 -5 year right-of-way maintenance cycle. The AE, at its sole discretion,shall determine whether to cut and/or remove plant growth obstructing access at the base of thetransmission facility.B) In rural or undeveloped areas, as right of way conditions allow, any vegetation in the AE right-of-waythat has the potential to grow into the clearance zone (20 feet minimum clearance near poles orstructures and 25 feet at mid-span) of the transmission conductors, should be targeted for removal.Any vegetation in the AE right-of-way, or beneath the transmission conductors, that has the potentialto obstruct right of way access, or access to the transmission structure should be targeted forremoval. This includes trees growing beneath conductors and structures, vegetation blocking AEaccess gates and any vines on facilities. As right of way conditions allow, the right of way may bekept clear of woody vegetation by mowing or other appropriate methods.C) The Contractor shall remove all overhang above the top of the transmission conductors andstructures.D) A corridor will be maintained free of any woody plants to provide access by AE to the transmissionfacilities to repair and maintain the transmission grid.E) Any hazardous tree within the right-of-way that poses a hazard to any transmission facility, at the solediscretion of the AE, should be pruned or removed to mitigate the hazard. Any vegetation outside ofthe AE right-of-way that presents a hazard to the transmission facilities will be pruned back orremoved to the limits of the right-of-way.F) Poles, Guy Wires, Down Guys, and Other Transmission Facilities -The Vendor shall clear tree limbsor branches a minimum of 4 -6 feet from guy wires and down guys. The Contractor shall cut and/ortreat all vines growing on all transmission facilities. The AE, at its sole discretion, shall determinewhether to cut and/or remove plant growth obstructing access at the base of the transmission facility.F) In designated Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (BCP) bird habitat areas, proposed line clearancework must be submitted for the BCP review process for approval. Access corridors shall not exceed20 feet in width, unless to allow for clearance of truck booms. In accordance with the review process,line clearing is limited to the removal of fast growing species directly below transmission conductorsand pruning to provide at least 20 feet of clearance from conductors. Line clearance activity, otherthan emergency response, is prohibited in these habitat areas between March 1 and September 1.G) In any other area determined to be endangered species habitat by the US Fish & Wildlife Service,anyproposed line clearance work must be submitted for review prior to initiating work. Work scheduling,and certain clearing methods may be restricted by the US Fish & Wildlife Service.TREE REMOVALSTree removals are an unavoidable component of a utility forestry program. Problem trees and othervegetation often need to be removed from near electrical facilities to correct a hazardous situation,improve service reliability, and to provide access to the electrical facilities. When considering a treeremoval, the AE personnel or Vendor needs to consider the condition and specie of the tree, itsplacement and the priority of the tree removal. Every reasonable effort should be made to communicate11/07/05 4 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSwith the customer to obtain informed consent prior to removal of these problem trees from near theelectrical facilities.TREE REMOVAL CANDIDATESA) Dead, dying, diseased, or unstable trees (danger trees) which presents a danger to utility facilities orwhere a tree is destabilizing utility structures.B) A tree that is totally involved with the utility facility and can not be effectively pruned to provideadequate clearance from electrical facilities and the continued health of the tree. Such trees locatednear schools, or other public areas where a person could easily climb and contact the electricalfacilities present a serious safety concern.C) Fast-growing trees that may interfere with the electrical facilities, present a safety concern and/orhinder service reliability before the next tree maintenance cycle.D) Trees with dominant terminal leaders (pines, etc.) that can not be directionally pruned away from theelectrical facilitiesE) Immature trees that can be economically removed from near the electrical facilities to prevent futurereliability concernTREE REMOVAL CONDITIONSA) With the informed consent of the property owner or customer, removal of trees should be limited tothe area within the distribution easement or up to ten feet either side of distribution conductors andwithin transmission rights of way, unless a dangerous situation exists.B) A tree removal should be cost effective to the AE. A tree removal should be limited to twice the timeit would take to prune the tree. Exceptions would include trees near the main line circuits and dangertrees,C) Low-growing trees, which have a mature height of less than 25 feet, should not be removed unlessdirected by the AE for access and clearance around electrical facilities.D) Stumps shall be cut as close to the ground as possible. All oak tree stumps shall be painted with atree wound dressing, as required on all oak wounds. With customer consent, the stump will betreated with an EPA -approved herbicide to prevent re-sprouting.E) All proposed removals of trees 8" in diameter at breast height (DBH), or larger, must be reported byAE or Vendor field personnel to the Utility Forester for review and submittal to the City Environmentalcontacts at least two days prior to removal. Any proposed removals of treesl9" DBH, or larger, mustbe have a signed permit approved prior to pruning 33% or more of the canopy, or prior to removal ofthe tree, as required by the City Protected Tree Ordinance.INDIVIDUAL REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE- TICKETSThe AE receives numerous requests from customers to prune trees on their property near the electricalfacilities. The Utility Forestry Section is responsible for evaluating and taking appropriate actions onthese requests. The following shall apply to individual requests for pruning trees near to AE facilities.General SpecificationsEach request shall be evaluated individually, and may require a site visit by AE or Vendor personnel.11/07/05 5 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSA) If is determined that the customer request should be granted on an expedited basis, at the directionof Owner, the Vendor shall schedule and perform the work as soon as possible.B) The customer may be directed, at the option of the AE, to request a temporary disconnection of theirservice drop to allow safe tree pruning or removal by the customer, without the services of theVendor.C) The Vendor will be required to provide the AE with information on work order status for customerrequest jobs on a weekly basis.TOPPING FOR REMOVALProperty owners will often request AE assistance with tree removals near the electrical facilities. TheInspector or Vendor will evaluate the removal and determine if its removal by the property owner wouldconstitute a threat to the electrical facilities. In cases where a threat is perceived, the Inspector or Vendorwill work with the property owner to remove any parts of the tree that are in danger of contacting theelectrical facilities. It is the property owner's responsibility to remove the rest of the tree. Listed beloware the AE procedures.A) At the request of a property owner, with notification and approval of appropriate City Environmentalauthorities, the AE will direct the Vendor to remove only those branches which could come intocontact with the electrical facilities for the property owner to safely complete the tree removal.B) If necessary, AE facilities shall be temporarily removed or de-energized by the AE to permit saferemoval of the tree by the property owner.C) For removal of trees sixty inches (60") or more in circumference, or nineteen inches (19") or more indiameter (DBH), measured four and one-half (4-1/2) feet from ground level, the property owner isrequired, under City ordinance, to obtain an approved tree removal permit from the City Arborist'soffice. The Vendor shall not commence work prior to verification of the required permit.DISPOSAL OF PRUNED MATERIALWood chips are usually disposed of at the specified locations agreed to by the Owner and Vendor. Anagreement between the City Parks Department and Austin Energy will allow the Vendor to dispose ofchips at designated park locations. The following shall apply to cleanup, removal and disposal of prunedmaterial.A) The Vendor shall remove and dispose of only those trees, plants or portions of trees pruned by theVendor. When possible, removal and cleanup shall be completed daily by the Vendor before leavingthe job site. No cut limbs, woody debris, trash or other debris will be left on the premises without priorconsent of the property owner and responsible AE personnel. No woody debris, trash or otherdebris will be left in roads or drainage ditches.B) Removal and disposal of portions of any tree pruned by the property owner, or portions of any treenot affecting the electrical facilities, are the responsibilities of the property owner.C) The Vendor shall promptly clean up and remove all debris produced by AE personnel performingroutine or emergency tree pruning when instructed by appropriate AE personnel.D) The Vendor should make every effort to find alternate dump sites for chips or woods, with propertyowner approval, near the work location if at all possible. Any alternate disposal sites must meet anyenvironmental restrictions for the particular area and must not be left in roads, ditches or adverselyaffect drainage or access.11/07/05 6 Specifications and GuidelinesOriginal TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc & 'AUSTIN ENERGYTREE PRUNING AND LINE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONSE) Oak wood from Spanish, Blackjack or red oak trees suspected of being infected with oak wilt diseaseshall not be left on site and shall be disposed of at the appropriate location.F) Any woody debris generated by the crews that can not be disposed of near the work site shall betransported to a temporary dumpsite provided by the Vendor. Logs and chips must be separated atthe site or at the temporary dumpsite for transportation to the appropriate dumpsite.G) Any non-woody debris (paper, plastic, cans, metal, etc.) shall be disposed of separately from thewoody debris.11/07/05Original TreeSpec 97 05 Update.doc7Specifications and Guidelines TER-5. Pesticides and herbicides associated with operational maintenance of thetransmission lines [STPLR-410] Denton Environmental Inc.Prescription for Circuit Code & Name: 39A WAP-STP,64C WAP-Hfllje,72C WAP-HilljePrescribed by: David Denton Date of Prescription: 07/18/08 JEstimated Start Date 10/01/08 JEstimated Completion Date 12/08/08Proactive I X ICapitol I Mileage: 103.9 Row Width Varies Tower Numbers WA Parish I to HilljeType of work to be completed on CircuitTrimming IYes [ Mowing I Yes Herbicide (High Vol.& Low Vol Basals ) 1Access Mowing T Yes Reclaiming of Right of Way YesVisible Damage to Structures? No If yes, explain N/A Photo's taken? NoneTypes of Vegetation: All types Ground Conditions: Currently drySub-Contractor InformationWill Sub Contractor be used on Circuit? No jHas Sub -Contractor been approved by Centerpoint? NA Comments:Com Name of Sub Contractor ..Estimated dollar amount for Sub-Contractor on Circuit: $0.00Ty e of Equipment and Crew Hours (not man hours)Manual 295 Jarraff I145 I Herbicide 1 170 1 Tractor 1 0 1 Boom Sprayer 0 Bucket 0 I BTC 159Supervisor 200 SUB -CONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT (Type of Fxipment GEO-BOY. Total Hours) 0 Estimated dollar amount for Circuit + Sub Contractor $100,0.00Foreseen Problems: Should be no problems with Circuit.Comments / Special Instructions: All reclaiming of ROW, Herbicide, 10' Access Path, Jarraff side trimming, Removals.PRESCRIPTION:WA Parish to 19068 Clear structures & spakil spray towers only; ckt cleard with 02B19068 to 19099 Side trim S side;spray basils;mow access, clean towers.There is aout 8 cross fences to clear as well. Some areas complete ROW Mowing19099 to 19121 Side trim S side;spray basils;mow access, clean towers.19122 to 19125 Lots of small basils to spray before mowing ROW, side trimming; Herbicide; Mow access.19126 to 19128 Clean fences19128 to 00745 Side trim, mow access, spray basils, herbicide, mow access. This area will be mowed with Supp mowing in July00745 to 00731 Side trim N & S side of ROW, mow access & brances, herbicide, clean towers. This area gets mowed with Supp mowing.00731 to 00730 Clean both sides of river by hand -four fences.00730 to 00710 Grass farm; just clean towers and herbicide00708 to Small trees to remove, side trim, clean towers, herbicide; Mow branches and access00701 to New Gulf Clean ditches & fences; side trim, clean towers, mow access, herbicide (cow pasture) Denton Environmental Inc.Prescription for Circuit Code & Name: 39A WAP-STP,64C WAP-Hillje,72C WAP-Hillje00691 to 1 00671 Clean ditches & fences; side trim, mow access, spray basils (cow pasture)00671 to 00651 Corn fields; Just clean towers and spray0065100646006370063528535'285412854228560285602857128576285762858128581285882859028603to00647Clean fences (5), spray basils, clean towers, mow accessto 00641 Barley fields; Just clean towers and spray.to 00635 Soy bean fieldsto 00625 Clean towers to end of CP ownership, mow and light side trimming.to 28541 Side trim (light), clean towers, pick up branches, Rancher very picky, mow access, spray herbicide.to 28542 Clean river edges and spray.to 28555 Spray basils, mow entire ROW, clean towers, side trim.to Clean ditch and fences, spray.to 28569 Spray basils, clean fences, mow access, clean towers.to 28574 Crossing Milo field, just clean towers.to Clean ditch on both sides of road; spray.to 28581 Rice field; clean towers.to Clean ditch and spray.to 28588 Corn fields; Just clean towers and sprayto 28589 Side trim, folier spray, mow entire ROW, clean towers.to 28600 Clean ditch, mow entire ROW, spray herbicide, clean fenceto Hillje Corn fields; will have to clear towers, fences, and spray. AQ-1. McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1984. Colorado RiverEntrainment and Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies-July 1983-June 1984 (Report # 1). Prepared for South Texas Project byEcology Division, Environmental Protection Department, HoustonLighting & Power Company. October. a-,/'rl...1"\SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTELECTRIC GENERATINGSTATIONREPORT #1COLORADO RIVER ENTRAINMENT ANDIMPINGEMENT MONITORING PROGRAMPHASE TWO STUDIES -JULY, 1983 -JUNE, 1984OCTOBER, 1984 REPORT #1COLORADO RIVER ENTRAINMENT ANDIMPINGEMENT MONITORING PROGRAMPHASE TWO STUDIES -JULY, 1983-JUNE, 1984PREPARED FORSOUTH TEXAS PROJECTSUBMITTED BYECOLOGY DIVISION, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DEPARTMENTHOUSTON LIGHTING & POWER COMPANYOCTOBER 1984PREPARED BY: DAVID C. McADEN, GEORGE N. GREENE, WILLIAM B. BAKER, JR. TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGELIST OF TABLES ............... ............................ .i..INTRODUCTION ............... ............................. .I.METHODS ...................... ............................... 2SAMPLING SCHEDULE AND STATIONS .......... .................. 2FIELD AND LABORATORY PROGRAMS ....... .................. 2Impingement ............. ......................... 2Entrainment ............ ......................... 3Colorado River ............ ..................... 4Siltation Basin ............. .............. .... 7RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ............... ........................ 8HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY ....... ....................... 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON ........ ............... 9MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH ........... ................... .13 LIST OF TABLESTABLE1 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, pH AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)PAGE...152 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)163 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT) AT MID-CHANNELOF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983) ..... ..........4 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS IN THERMPF SILTATION BASIN (AUGUST-SEPTEMBER, 1983) .........5 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY,DISSOLVED OXYGEN AND pH AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS(JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983) ........... .....................6 AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLE COLLECTION,JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ...... ..... .......................7 RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF) DAILY PUMPAGE, INCUBIC METERS, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..... ................8 MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY O.5-M PLANKTON NET, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..........9 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ....10 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ....11 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ....12 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 198313 LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLES FROMTHE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983 ..............................14 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ....15 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ..* ...17* ...18* ...19* ...20...21* ...22.... 25....27* .29....32....33S. .. 34i LIST OF TABLESTABLE16 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ....17 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 198318 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON9-10 AUGUST 1983 ... ......................19 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ......................20 MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, JULY-SEPTEMBER 198321 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ........ ... ....................PAGE... .35....36S.. ..38... .394122 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ........... ........................ ..4223 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ............ ....................... ..4424 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ..................... ..4525 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 14-15 JULY 1983 ........... ........................ ..4626 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 27-28 JULY 1983 ............ ........................ ..4727 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ............ ....................... ..4828 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........... ..................... ..49ii LIST OF TABLESTABLE PAGE29 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 13-14 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5030 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 21-22 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5031 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 27-28 JULY 1983 .............. ..................... 5132 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983 ........... ..................... 5133 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983 ........ ................... .52iii INTRODUCTIONSection 6.1.3.2 and Appendix E of the Final Environmental Statementrequires Phase Two of the aquatic ecology studies to begin within one week ofthe start of reservoir fill pumping. The objective of Phase Two studies is todetermine the number and type of aquatic organisms which are (a) impinged onthe revolving screens and (b) entrained by the reservoir fill pumps during thefilling of the main cooling reservoir. Phase One studies, conducted in1975-76, resulted in predictions of impingement and entrainment losses andPhase Two is designed to confirm the accuracy of those predictions. Samplingmethods remain the same as in Phase One. Phase One samples were collected atfour locations in the Colorado River, designated as Stations 1,2,3 and 5.Phase Two samples are to be collected only at Station 2, i.e., in the ColoradoRiver adjacent to the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility (RMPF) and in theSiltation Basin, the body of water located between the RMPF revolving screenstructure and the pump structure.On 11 July 1983, cooling reservoir filling operations began at the SouthTexas Project in Matagorda County, Texas. This report presents data collectedduring July, August and September 1983. After the third week of September, nofurther reservoir filling occurred in 1983 or through the first six months of1984. The data presented in the following report therefore constitute theinformation collected during the period July, 1983, through June, 1984.1 METHODSSAMPLING SCHEDULE AND STATIONSThe aquatic ecology study is divided into two distinct types of studies,impingement and entrainment, requiring different gear types and methodologies.The impingement study is conducted on the revolving screen structure, whichextends 423.5 ft along the west bank of the Colorado River at River Mile 14.6.The entrainment study is conducted at two locations: 1) in the Colorado Riveradjacent to and slightly downstream of the screen structure, and 2) in thesiltation basin between the pump structure and the submerged weir.FIELD AND LABORATORY PROGRAMSImpingementImpingement samples are collected within one week of the start of eachpumping period and weekly thereafter as long as pumping continues. Each week,three samples are collected over a 24-hr period. Prior to the start of eachrevolving screen sample, 2 of the 24 screens are selected at random and runfor 15 min to clean them of accumulated debris. The two screens are thensampled for a 30-min period by placing a tight-fitting dip net with 1/4-inmesh at the lower end of the screenwash trough and filtering all the organismswashed off the screens. While the sample is being collected, hydrology andwater quality parameters are recorded from the siltation basin behind thescreen structure. Surface and bottom readings of water temperature (°C),conductivity (millimhos/cm) and dissolved oxygen (ppm) and a surface readingof pH are recorded as are the number and size of RMPF pumps operating at the2 time of sample collection. The Colorado River flow (cfs) is also noted on thefield data sheets.After the two screens have been sampled for 30 min, the collecting net ischecked for fish, shrimp and crabs. Those found are placed in a plasticsample jar, preserved with 10% buffered formalin and taken to the laboratoryfor identification and enumeration. In the laboratory, each sample is rinsed,sorted by species and the total weight by species and individual lengths(standard length for fish, total for shrimp) or widths (carapace width forcrabs) are recorded. If over 50 individuals of the same species occur in asample, a subsample of 50 is measured. The remainder are counted and theweight of the total is recorded.EntrainmentEntrainment sampling commences within one week of the start of eachcooling reservoir filling period and is conducted at least every other week aslong as pumping continues. A set of samples is collected every 6 hrs over a24-hr period. During the months of March-May and August-December, sampling isdone weekly when the salinity at the -8.5 ft level in the Colorado Riverexceeds 3 ppt. Salinity probes have been mounted on a piling in the rivernear the RMPF at that depth and are connected to a continuous chart recorderto provide a record of salinity fluctuations. The recorder is checked dailyand, if the 3 ppt level is exceeded, the appropriate personnel are notified toinitiate sampling. During the initial months of pumping in 1983,instrumentation and procedural problems resulted in the total loss of3 continuous salinity data. However, salinity data was collected in conjuctionwith biological sampling and is discussed later in this report.Colorado RiverPrior to the start of collection of each set of biological samples,surface and bottom readings of conductivity (which was later converted tosalinity), water temperature and dissolved oxygen were taken at mid-channel ofthe Colorado River near the northern end of the RMPF screen structure.Additional conductivity readings were made at 5-ft intervals between thesurface and bottom. The primary instrument used to measure these parameterswas a Hydrolab Model 8002 with 8100 series probe assembly. A Yellow SpringsInstrument Co. Model 51A temperature and dissolved oxygen meter and anAmerican Optical Co. hand-held refractometer were used as a backup to theprimary system. Surface pH was measured with a portable Altex Model 531153 pHmeter and water transparency was determined using a 200-mm diameter Secchidisc.A 0.5-m diameter, 3:1 (length:mouth diameter) plankton net with 0.5-mmsquare mesh was used to collect plankton samples at mid-channel of theColorado River. Samples were collected at the surface, mid-depth (10 ft) andnear the bottom. The plankton net was attached to a sled to keep the netabout 4 inches above the bottom during towing for the bottom sample. AGeneral Oceanics Model 2030 digital flowmeter mounted in the center of the netmouth was used to calculate the volume of water filtered during each tow. Theflowmeter reading was recorded prior to and at the conclusion of each plankton4 tow. Each mid-channel sample was collected by lowering the net to theappropriate depth with the boat in a stationary position. All tows were madein the direction of river flow, i.e. north to south. Each tow startedapproximately 50 yds upstream of the RMPF and continued to a pointapproximately 50 yds downstream of the RMPF. Bottom tows were made at aslower forward speed than either the mid-depth or surface tows to insure thatthe net sled remained on the bottom. A wire-angle indicator and graduatedtowline were used to verify the depth from which the mid-depth sample wascollected. This was maintained at about 10 ft as the depth of the channel isapproximately 20 ft. The surface sample was taken by towing the net with theupper edge of the net mouth a few inches below the water's surface. At theend of each tow, the boat was held stationary in the river while the net wasquickly brought to the surface. This was done in an effort to minimizecontamination of the sample due to the net being towed upward through thewater column above the level being sampled. At the end of each tow the netwas rinsed from the outside to wash the sample contents into the cod endbucket. The sample was then placed in a plastic jar, labeled and preservedwith 5% formalin. Rose Bengal was added to each sample several days beforesample workup to facilitate visual separation of the organisms from trash anddetritus.A 0.5-m diameter, 3:1 (length:mouth diameter) plankton net with 0.5-mmsquare mesh equipped with a General Oceanics model 2030 digital flowmeter anda cable depressor was used to collect oblique-tow plankton samples near thewest shoreline of the Colorado River. Before each sample was collected, theflowmeter reading was recorded. After lowering the net to the bottom at the5 north end of the RMPF screen structure, the net was towed downstream while thetowline and attached plankton net was slowly reeled in. When the net reachedthe surface, the boat was stopped, the net raised and the flowmeter readingrecorded. After rinsing the net down from the outside, the sample was placedin a plastic jar, labeled and preserved with 5% buffered formalin. RoseBengal was added to each sample as described above.A 20-ft (headrope length) otter trawl, with 1 1/4-in stretched mesh in theupper end and 3/8-in stretched mesh in the cod end, was towed on the bottomparallel to shore at mid-channel of the Colorado River to determine thespecies composition and abundance of the nekton (fish and macroinvertebrates).Tows were of 5 min duration and were made in the direction of water flow.Each trawl tow began approximately 50 yds upstream of the RMPF. Each samplewas emptied into a large tub and inspected for larger specimens of fish andinvertebrates. These were identitied, weighed, measured and returned to theriver. The remainder of the sample was preserved in 10% formalin and taken tothe laboratory for analysis.Shallow shoreline populations of fish and invertebrates in the vicinity ofthe RMPF were sampled by use of a two-man bag seine. A 20-ft long x 6-ft highx 6-ft deep seine, with 1/2-in stretched mesh in the body and 1/4-in acewebbing in the bag, was pulled for a distance of approximately 75 ft along thewest shore line downstream of the RMPF. The seine collections were made bypulling the seine in the upstream direction (south to north) as the currenthelps in holding the bag of the seine open. Specimens taken by seining werehandled as described above for trawl samples.6 Siltation BasinThe method originally chosen to sample organisms from the siltation basinwas to pump water to the top of the RMPF pump structure deck where it would befiltered through an ichthyoplankton net. During the first two collectingtrips, on 14-15 July and 27-28 July 1983, repeated attempts were made tocollect samples by this method. However, the pump could not overcome the headinvolved. Therefore, no siltation basin samples were collected on thosedates. On the third trip, surface plankton samples were collected byhand-towing a 0.5-m (mouth diameter) ichthyoplankton net, having 0.5-mm squaremesh, parallel to the front wall of the pump structure. Hand-towing the net ata deeper level in the water was not attempted because of the danger of the netbeing pulled into the mouth of one of the operating pumps. Towing the net byboat in the siltation basin was not possible because of the small size of thebasin and the presence of several submerged obstructions.7 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONHYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITYWater temperature, pH, turbidity (Secchi disc) and dissolved oxygen at theColorado River station are given in Table 1. Tables 2 & 3 show theconductivity measurements and the derived salinity values. Water temperature,salinity, dissolved oxygen and pH in the RMPF siltation basin are given inTable 4. Water temperature, conductivity, salinity, dissolved oxygen and pHat the RMPF revolving screens are given in Table 5.On 14-15 July a wedge of salt water was present in the Colorado Riverextending up to about 10 to 15 ft below the surface. The wedge was 2.3 to3.0 C warmer than the overlying fresh water and was low in dissolved oxygen(maximum of 0.9 ppm).On 27-28 July no salt wedge was present (0.9 ppt at bottom) and freshoxygenated water extended to the bottom. A salt wedge was re-established on9-10 August and 15-16 September extending up to 10 to 15 ft from the surfaceand even up to 5 ft on 9 August. The bottom oxygen was again very low onthese two days (0.1 to 0.5 ppm).In the RMPF siltation basin the water quality of the surface water wassimilar to that of the surface water in the river on the same dates.At the revolving screens the water quality was similar to that of theriver at comparable depths on the same dates.8 River flow during the sampling periods is shown in Table 6 and the dailyvolume of water pumped into the cooling reservoir during July -September,1983 is shown in Table 7.MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONSamples collected by 0.5-m plankton net in the Colorado River yielded 49taxa of invertebrates and 10 taxa of vertebrates, (Table 8). The dominantinvertebrate forms were cladocerans, or water fleas, which are all freshwaterorganisms; copepods, both freshwater and estuarine-marine in origin; andMalacostraca, consisting of estuarine mysid shrimp, freshwater and estuarineamphipods, estuarine-marine penaeids (commercial shrimp), freshwater andestuarine carideans (grass and river shrimp) and various species of crabs.The fish were represented by as many as 10 taxa, but they were rarely a majorcomponent of any single sample. On some occasions, however, the bay anchovydid occur in large numbers.Tables 9-12 show the temporal and spatial variations in density ofinvertebrates collected from the Colorado River on each of the four samplingtrips. The largest total numbers of organisms were collected in mid-depth,bottom and oblique tows and also innight collections. Higher densitiesappear to be closely related to the presence of a salt wedge at the -10 ftlevel and deeper, as occurred on 9-10 August and 15-16 September (See Table3). A salt wedge also occurred on 14-15 July, but no bottom samples werecollected on that trip because the bottom plankton net was lost during thefirst tow of the day.9 The most ubiquitous species, as well as the most abundant, was the zoealarval stage of the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii. The secondmost abundant forms were the zoeal and postlarval stages of the ghost shrimp,Callianassa spp. The postlarval stage of the brown shrimp, Penaeus aztecus,and the'white shrimp, P. setiferus, and the megalops and juvenile stages ofthe blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, were collected only sporadically and neverin very high densities. It is possible that some of the crab megalopsrepresented the non-commercial pygmy blue crab, C. similis, which isimpossible to differentiate from C. sapidus at this stage of development.A list of the common and scientific names of the egg, larval and juvenilestages of the fish taxa collected from both the Colorado River and thesiltation basin is found in Table 13.Tables 14-17 show the changes in abundance which were observed, bothtemporally and spatially, in the Colorado River ichthyoplankton during thestudy period. The most notable trends seen in this limited amount of dataare: (a) the relatively small numbers of ichthyoplankters from the surfaceand oblique tows compared to the large numbers from the mid-depth and bottomtows and (b) the greater numbers of larval and juvenile fish in samples col-lected at night, regardless of depth. The bay anchovy was the most abundantspecies, due primarily to its peak in abundance on 27-28 July. One possibleexplanation for the anchovy's apparent high level of abundance is due to thelow salinity observed from surface to bottom on those dates (see Table 3).The bay anchovy is an estuarine species preferring salinities in excess of 10ppt, and the fact they were caught in such large numbers during a period of10 high freshwater flow and salinities less than 1 ppt indicates they were understress. This made them more susceptible to capture by a plankton net thanthey would be under normal conditions, when they are probably just asabundant, especially in the salt wedge (mid-depth to the bottom). The onlyother taxa collected regularly were two species of gobies and one categorycalled Gobiidae larvae. The darter goby, Gobionellus boleosoma, and the nakedgoby, Gobiosoma bosci, are both estuarine, mid-depth to bottom dwellingspecies which are common over mud substrates in all Texas estuaries. Thelarvae of the two genera are indistinguishable below about 5 mm, thusresulting in the unidentified Gobiidae larvae category.Because ichthyoplankton were taken in such small numbers in the samplescollected in the siltation basin, they are included with the invertebrates onthe tables showing temporal changes in abundance of organisms at this location(Tables 18 and 19). Penaeus setiferus (white shrimp) postlarvae peaked inabundance during the night on both collecting dates, but were otherwise foundonly in low densities. Macrobrachium ohione, one of the river shrimps, andRhithropanopeus harrisii, a xanthid mud crab, were the most abundant speciesin the basin. M. ohione were much more abundant in the basin than they werein the Colorado River on the same dates (see Tables 11 and 12). This iseasily explained by the fact that river shrimp zoeae and juveniles, the lifestages collected in these samples, prefer shoreline areas with protectivevegetation cover to open river channel habitat. The front wall of the RMPFpump structure, along which the plankton net was towed, afforded a semblanceof shoreline habitat by accumulating floating pieces of wood, dead grasses andother types of vegetative material. Further evidence for the shoreline nature11 of the siltation basin sampling location is the occurrence of Gambusiaaffinis, a shallow shoreline species of fish known as the mosquitofish, onboth the 9-10 August and 15-16 September collecting dates. The megalops andjuvenile life stages of the blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, were the onlyother taxa occurring in fairly high densities, and this was only on 9-10August when they also peaked in abundance in river samples. Notable by itsabsence from the siltation basin were Callianassa spp. zoeae, which were veryabundant in the river. They are, however, primarily a mid-depth and bottomdwelling group and the sampling technique used was not adequate for detectingtheir presence.12 MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHTrawl and seine samples yielded eight macroinvertebrate species, fiveshrimp, two crabs and a crayfish (Table 20 and Tables 21-28). The grassshrimp, Palaemonetes paludosus, the river shrimp, Macrobrachium ohione, andthe crayfish, Procambarus blandingi acutus, are freshwater animals whereas thethree penaeid shrimp and the two crabs are estuarine and marine. The bluecrab, Callinectes sapidus, however, is tolerant ot fresh water and is known tomigrate far upstream in rivers.The river shrimp was the most common invertebrate (818) closely followedby the white shrimp, Peneaus setiferus (760). The majority of the rivershrimp were caught in trawls on 27-28 July while the majority of the whiteshrimp were caught in seines on 15-16 September.Twenty-nine species of fish were collected in trawl and seine samples. Ofthese, four species are freshwater and 25 are estuarine or marine. Thegreatest number of species of fish (16) as well as the greatest number ofindividuals (3697) were recorded from the trawls taken on 27-28 July.However, because the majority (97.7%) of the fish caught that day were bayanchovies, Anchoa mitchilli, the diversity for that day is low. Except forthe large number of anchovies on this one day, the catches in the trawls andseines were similar in number of species and total number of individualstaken.13 Impingement samples yielded 6 macroinvertebrate taxa, 2 of which werefound only in the impingement samples (Tables 29-33). Palaemonid shrimpdominated the species list (4 of 6 taxa), but the majority of individuals wereblue crabs. With few exceptions the individuals were small, less than 30 mmin length (or width in the case of crabs).Three species of fish were collected in the impingement samples, eachrepresented by one individual. The green sunfish, Lepomis cyanellus, was theonly freshwater fish and the only fish species caught by impingement that wasnot caught by trawl or seine.14 TABLE 1TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, pH AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)01Sampling Dates14 July14 July14 July15 July27 July27 July28 July28 JulyTime (CST)110017202300084513001920012007201155180023300600Temperature (°C)Surface Bottom9991027.226.626.626.132.532.831.831.630.929.929.829.429.630.529.829.229.529.629.329.031.331.531.531.429.829.829.929.929.429.329.229.1pHSurface7.47.48.07.78.48.48.48.48.08.07.97.9Secchi diskTurbidity(inches)16.513.012.511.014.017.018.519.025.524.525.526.06.16.56.47.210.510.99.69.47.67.97.16.18.110.29.67.30.60.40.40.95.97.25.76.40.10.10.10.10.10.50.50.5Dissolved 0 (ppm)Surface BottomBottomDepth (ft)212221211919171618192017AugustAugustAugustAugust15151516SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember12001745233006008.08.28.28.216.516.520.019.518171918 TABLE 2TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)DEPTH(ft.)SamplingDates14141415272728289991015151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberTime(CST)1100172023000845130019200120072011551800233006001200174523300600S2.62.41.90.80.50.50.60.64.94.64.94.11.41.52.92.02.92.52.01.00.60.50.60.68.111.715.66.35.24.83.33.55 10 15 20B (Depth)9.86.25.71.20.60.60.60.632.332.033.225.517.516.07.611.523.220.016.512.028.722.024.920.328.626.025.522.51.00.60.61.51.40.91.91.7(21')(22')(21')(21')(19')(19')(17')(16')(18')(19')(20')(17')(18')(17')(19')(18')36.936.936.435.826.025.625.424.136.837.737.536.836.527.926.626.225.516 TABLE 3TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER (JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983)DEPTH ( ft. )SamplingDates14141415272728289991015151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustAugustTime(CST)110017202300084513001920012007201155180023300600S1.41.31.00.40.30.30.30.32.62.52.62.151.51.31.00.50.30.30.30.34.56.79.13.4105.53.43.10.60.30.30.30.320.119.920.715.510.39.44.16.51514.112.09.76.82017.713.315.112.1B (Depth)17.6 (21')15.9 (22')15.5 (21')13.6 (21')0.50.30.30.70.70.40.90.823.323.323.022.615.915.615.514.6-23.8-23.723.2 23.2-23.0-17.1-16.3-16.0-15.6(19')(19')(17')(16')(18')(19')(20')(17')(18')(17')(19')(18')SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember12001745233006000.70.71.51.02.82.61.71.817 TABLE 4TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERSIN THE RMPF SILTATION BASIN (AUGUST-SEPTEMBER, 1983)SamplingDatesTime(CST)9991015151516AugustAugustAugustAugust11001640223004501100170522500545Temperature(00)31.530.029.629.4Salinity(PPT)2.82.73.22.4DissolvedOxygen (PPM)7.47.87.26.37.98.18.07.87.98.08.17.8pHSeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember29.430.330.129.41.21.01.61.47.59.28.17.818 TABLE 5TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY,DISSOLVED OXYGEN AND pH AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS(JULY -SEPTEMBER, 1983)Sampling Dates Time (CST)Temperature (*C)Surface BottomConductivity(millimhos/cm)Surface BottomSalinity (ppt)Surface BottomDissolved Oxygen (ppm)Surface Bottom(01313142121222728289910151516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustAugustSeptemberSeptemberSeptember13292100051113152110050514002230062613002100050014142205061527.5.27.226.629.629.429.532.931.931.630.729.729.430.130.229.327.527.426.829.429.829.832.132.532.030.330.229.629.430.229.84.65.03.50.40.40.40.60.60.65.06.24.41.62.42.36.05.93.90.40.40.40.60.60.713.812.25.84.06.05.22.52.71.70.20.20.20.30.30.32.73.42.30.81.21.13.33.32.10.20.20.20.30.30.48M07.03.22.33.32.86.56.16.16.26.66.68.911.09.28.07.57.08.18.47.65.26.86.15.46.16.28.710.88.96.37.15.86.77.06.3pHSur-face7.47.57.47.97.98.07.88.68.17.98.07.98.28.28.0BottomDepth433478879965779 TABLE 6AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLECOLLECTION, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983DATERIVER FLOW131415212227289101516JulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyJulyAugustAugustSeptemberSeptember49210233149213916767138256372076913736*Derived by taking arithmetic mean of 3 daily flowvalues recorded at the beginning of each shift20 TABLE 7RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF)DAILY PUMPAGE, IN CUBIC METERS, JULY-SEPTEMBER, 1983DATE12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031JULY85,617.2400000000088,676.3284,988.15100,591.93319,846.55396,607.26691,376.751,027,505.501,027,505.50975,229.771,027,505.501,027,505.501,070,332.621,174,304.34897,309.58477,130.14365,412.04271,110.97475,674.61434,512.71191,056.8221,401.2312,231,201.03AUGUST94,388.0885,617.2464,030.99293,005.59200,283.40278,758.67160,540.03146,120.41311,409.41873,071.301,674,340.571,761,499.681,761,499.681,761,499.681,761,499.681,466,409.47530,590.030316,528.44580,509.77357,764.3479,018.0100000000014,558,384.47SEPTEMBER000000036,696.63176,871.57327,185.88464,314.07667,841.57733,969.51733,969.51733,969.51554,569.27354,705.26305,784.65131,552.789,744.65000000000005,231,174.86Totals21 TABLE 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-MPLANKTON NET, JULY -SEPTEMBER 198314-15 JULYMid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique27-28 JULYMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9- 1 0 AUGUST 15- 16 S E P T EMB E RMid- Mid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueOIIDARIAJellyfish medussaexxX X XX XAEELIDA (01igochaeta)Dero furcataANNELIDA (Polychaota)Nereid reproductive formxxHOLLUSCAP) Pelecypoda juvenilex x x x xXCHAIETOWATHMSagitta sp.xxxX X XCLADOCERALeydigia acanthacercoldesNoina brachiataMoinodaphnia macleayiiSimocephalus exspfnosusS. serrulatusS. vetulusOSTRACDAUnidentifled OstracodaCPEPODACopepoda naupliiAcartia 1 iljeborgeiA. tonsaxX xxxx xxx'Cx'C'C'C'C'C C 'C ' TABLE 8 (Cont'd)14-15 JULY 27-28 JULYMid- Mid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9-10 AUGUSTMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique15-16 SEPTEMBERMid-Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueCOPEPOA (Cont'd)Diaptomus app.Cylopolda copepodidaCyclops vernalisHalicyclops spp.Hemicyclops spp.Macrocyclops albidusM. aterM. fuscusMesocYclops edexOithona spp.Harpactacoida copepodidaUnidentified CaligoldaxXX XXXXXX XXX XX XXXBIANOHURAArgulus app. Xx xX X XX X X XCIRRIPEDIABarnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisHALACOSTRACAMysidopsis app. juvenilesM. almyraCorophium louisfanumHyaletia aztecaPenaeus aztecus postlarvaeP. setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeP. pugioXxX X X X X XXXXxXXXXXXXXxXXXXXXxX'C'C'C X 'XXXxxXXX'C C'C ' TABLE 8 (Cont'd)14-15 JULYMid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom* Oblique27-28 JULYMid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique9 -10 AUGUST 15 -16 S E P T EMB ERMid- Mid-Surface Depth Bottom Oblique Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueNALACOSTRACA (Cont'd)Callianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicensePetrolflthes armatus zoeaeCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrilis zoeaeR. harrisil megalopaPinnixa spp. zoeaePISCES4U i iUnidentified fish eggsUnidentified fish larvaeAnchoa mitchilliSyngnathus sp. juvenileCaranx hipposGoblonellus boleosomaGoblonellus hastatusGoblosoma bosciGoblosoma robustumUnidentified GoblidaexXX XXX -XX XIC IICIC IXXXIC IC IC IC IC IIC Ix ICIC IC IC IC IC IIC XICXXXXICIC XICICXXXXICxIC X C IC C IC XICICICIC X xXICIC IIC IICICICxXIC IICICIC I*No bottom samples collected onthis date due to loss of neton submerged debris TABLE 9NLfBER (PER 100 M) OF MACROZX)pLANKrON COLLECTED IN THE COLOPMMO RIVER BY 0.5-4M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 CB45Jellyfish medussaeMID- DEPTH1100 1720 2300 (B4572.2 142.2 36.7 79.9BOTTOM*1100 1720 2300 0845OBL IQUE1100 1720 2300 OB4591.1 176.1 63.3 192.701Dero furcataNereid reproductive formSagitta sp.Leydigia acanthacercoidesMoina brachilataMoinodaphnia imcleacyiSinmoephalus exspinosusS. serrulatusS. vetulusOstracoda (unidentified)Acartia tonsaDiaplmUs spp.Macrocyclops albidksM. aterM. fuscusArgulus spp.2.39.8 4.210.19.83.02.02.02.12.16.96.12.1 20.7 6.242.23.019.5 4.211.410.12.12.121.12.0 2.319.6 10.1 TABLE 9 (Cont'd)Barnacle naupliiSURFACE MID- DEPTHTIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 0045 1100 1720 2300 004513.7 50.9BOTTOM* OBLIQUE1100 1720 2300 0845 1100 1720 2300 0B459.8M&ysidopsis spp. juvenilesCoromphium louisianunHyalella aztecaPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeecrdbrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohioneCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa slpo. postlarvaeCallinectes sapids juvenilesRhithrrpanopeus harrisil zoeae2.12.113.8 2.12.1 6.22.1 2.3 12.321.121.121.121.13.03.9 2.1101.9 200.0 73.739.0 2.119.6 42.2 10.164.44.63.0177.5 72.2 259.5 18.448.9 105.5 30.4* No sanples taken at the bottom on this datedue to loss of net on stmerged debris TABLE 10NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1300 1920 0120 0720TAXAMoina brachiataOstracoda (unidentified)Copepoda naupliiAcartia tonsaDiaptomus spp.Cyclopoida copepodidaCycloos vernalisMesocyclops edaxHarpactacoida copepodidaArgulus spp.Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyraCorophium louisianumMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeP. pugloMID- DEPTH1300 1920 0120 07202.2 3.2BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 0720OBL IQUE1300 1920 0120 072010.32.82.02.010.116.842.723.52.2 2.010.13.0 2.22.83.02.2 2.0 6.442.771.110.38.19.9 10.05.5 2.2 2.0 9.620.44.0 3.29.0 6.1 3.22.22.2 10.1 3.222.8 14.211.711.711.726.9 2.213.4 10.1140.9 102.64.42.82.0 12.8 16.8 22.850.320.9 TABLE 10 (Cont'd)TAXA TIMECallianassa spp. zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeR. harrisli megalopa(CST): 1300S U R F192047.9ACE01204.40720MID- D1300 1920463.6EPTH0120 072066.5 25.5BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 072050.3 1252.9 554.8 23.40 B L I Q U E1300 1920 0120 0720164.3 71.86.612.128.519.919.7 140.857.9 179.2 98.8 194.7184.6 205.0 455.2 233.993.9 61.5 171.52.2 2.033.628.5 TABLE 11NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON9-10 AUGUST 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1155 1800 2330 0600TAXAJellyfish medussaePelecypoda juvenilesSagitta spp.Ostracoda (unidentified)Acartia tonsaArgulus spp.Barnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisMID-DEPTH1155 1800 2330 06002.5 2.6BOTTOM1155 1800 2330 060010.2 13.8 3.1 3.213.8 3.1 9.5115521.3OBL I QUE1800 2330060011.811.92.844.42.62.52.93.07.72.623.010.25.919.8 11.5 5.923.0 17.82.7 249.320.73.2Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyraPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohioneCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicenseCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeae2.817.93.064.2 2.654.3 2.612.810.22.885.6 16.313.8 2.7175.2 120.2 30.612.4 262.534.5 53.317.93.02.97.419.714.82458.13.16.29.3 183.4 2680.9 119.123.011.5942.5 3493.214.2 21.0 92.4 847.8 1960.2 1153.64831.2 71.5 130.9 TABLE 12NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983SURFACETIME (CST): 1200 1745 2330 0600MID -DEPTHBOTTOMOBL I QUETAXAJellyfish medussaeNereid reproductive formPelecypoda juvenilesSagitta spp.Simocephalus exspinosusAcartia lilljeborgeiA. tonsa"a3C Halicyclops spp.Hemicyclops spp.Oithona spp.Harpactacoida copepodidaCaligoida (unidentified)1200 174515.28.8 15.28.8 15.22330 0600 1200 174512.1 32.823305.506003.91.91.913.21200 174523.98.9 47.995.72330 06004.72.31.5 8.2 16.5 3.918.1 13.7 11.0 7.85.313.72.61.917.7 12.7 7.51.512.13.9 8.915.916.5 8.22.515.52.9 10.94.715.95.35.35.3Argulus spp.Barnacle naupliiBarnacle cypris10.93.8 7.022.8 3.8 2.31.55.5 5.58.9Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesM. almyra2.515.18.2 22.0 3.9 TABLEMID -012 (Cont'd)EPTHTAXA TIME (CCorophium louisianumPenaeus aztecus postlarvaeP. setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium spp. zoeaeM. ohionePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. zoeaeo Callianassa spp. postlarvaeC. jamaicensePetrolisthes armatus zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeR. harrisii megalopaPinnixa spp. zoeaeSURFACE;ST): 1200 1745 2330 0600B OTTOMOBLIQUE1200 1745 23301.90600 12001745 2330 0600 12003.91745 2330 06001.98.25.435.78.2 11.05.62.222.12.211.33.899.0 26.32.5 5.65.56.02.3 61.93.05.584.67.838.5 46.65.5 7.88.9.10.65.315.95.3167.5 10.623.9 10.66.6 2.51.97.52.3 7.6 5.520.1 20.3 32.6 358.0 10311.5 9091.42.7 7.710953.6 2994.7 3077.51623.9 291.2 889.3 4701.7 17248.8 2343.3 604.47.515.92.7 TABLE 13LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLESFROM THE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),JULY -SEPTEMBER, 1983COMMON NAMEBay anchovyMosquitofishPipefish (juvenile)Crevalle jackGobies (larvae)Darter gobySharptail gobyNaked gobyCode gobyUnidentified fish eggsUnidentified larvaeSCIENTIFIC NAMEAnchoa mitchilliGambusia affinisSyngnathus sp..Caranx hipposFam. GobiidaeGobionellus boleosomaG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciG. robustumLOCATION OF COLLECTIONC.R., S.B.S.B.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.C.R.32 TABLE 14NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 14-15 JULY 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliCaranx hipposGobiidae (unidentified)Gobiosoma bosciFish eggsUnidentified larvaeSURFACETIME (CST): 1100 1720 2300 0845MID- DEPTH1100 1720 2300 0845B 0 T T 0 M*1100 1720 2300 0845OBLIQUE1100 1720 2300 084521.121.13.9 2.12.18.25.72.93.010.19.2 4.1*No bottom samples collected on this datedue to loss of net on submerged debris TABLE 15NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 27-28 JULY 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliSyngnathus sp.Gobionellus boleosomaGobiosoma bosciG. robustumUnidentified larvaeSURFACETIME (CST): 1300 1920 0120 0720167.5 238.8MID- DEPTH1300 1920 0120 07205.5 201.6 373.0BOTTOM1300 1920 0120 07203.0 597.4 269.0OBLIQUE1300 1920 0120 0720188.0 492.33.023.54.5 4.010.32.02.8 TABLE 16NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983TAXAAnchoa mitchilliGobionellus boleosomaG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciSURFACETIME (CST): 1155 1800 2330 06006.0MID- DEPTH1155 1800 2330 06002.5BOTTOM1155 1800 2330 0600OBL I QUE1155 1800 2330 06009.97.44.93.115.5 TABLE 17NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983TAXA SURFACE M I D- D E PT H BOTTOM 0 B.L I QU ETIME (CST): 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600 1200 1745 2330 0600Anchoa mitchilli 7.5 2.7 5.3Syngnathus sp. 2.6Gobiidae (unidentified) 6.6 16.9 4.7 1.5 5.3Goblonellus boleosoma 33.9 33.0 42.5G. hastatus 8.2Gobiosoma bosci 2.5 5.6Unidentified larvae 5.3 TABLE 18NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 9-10 AUGUST 1983TAXA1100Neanthes succineaPelecypoda juvenilesArgulus spp.Penaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium ohioneRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeCallinectes spp. megalopaC. sapidus juvenilesAnchoa mitchilliGambusia affinisTIME (CST1640 223010.310.312.412.40450)323.148.540.4149.112.420.530.851.3209.8116.693.223.346.616.251.323.337 TABLE 19NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 15-16 SEPTEMBER 1983TAXATIME1705(CST)22501100*Polychaeta larvaePelecypoda juvenilesHalicyclops spp.Oithona spp.Penaeus setiferus postlarvaeMacrobrachium ohionePalaemonetes paludosusRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeaeCallinectes sapidus juvenilesGambusia affinis054514.128.342.414.114.114.1466.815.5283.214.914.9685.5309.114.114.9*No organisms in sample38 TABLE 20MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, JULY -SEPTEMBER 1983TAXA TRAWL SEINE REVOLVING SCREENSPenaeus aztecus XPenaeus setiferus X X XTrachypeneus constrictus XPalaemonidae sp. XPalaemonetes kadiakensis XPalaemonetes paludosus X X XMacrobrachium ohione X X XCallinectes sapidus X X XRhithropanopeus harrisii XProcambarus blandingi acutus XLepisosteus oculatus X XBrevoortia patronus X XDorosoma cepedianum XAnchoa mitchilli X XIctalurus furcatus XArius felis XBagre marinus XGambusia affinis XPoecilia latipinna XMenidia beryllina X XLepomis cyanellus X39 TABLE 20 (cont'd)TAXATRAWLCaranx hipposEucinostomus argenteusEucinostomus lefroyiArchosargus probatocephalusLagodon rhomboidesBairdiella chrysouraCynoscion arenariusLeiostomus xanthurusMicropogonias undulatusMugil cephalusDormitator maculatusEvorthodus lyricusGobiosoma bosciGobionellus boleosomaGobionellus shufeldtiGobioides broussonettiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigmaAchirus lineatusSEINE REVOLVING SCREENSX xXxXxXxxXxXXXXXXXxxxXxXX40 TABLE 21TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL ON 14 -15 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1100 1720a 2300a 0845bTAXAAnchoa mitchilltArius felisCynoscion arenariusMicropogonias undulatusNo. Wt. L.4 2.2 33.226 1376.0 141.75 9.9 43.426 130.2 58.1No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.aNo trawls completed because of snagsbTrawl completed, no organisms caught TABLE 22TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY TRAWL ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST)TAXAPenaeus setiferusPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusRhlthropanopeus harrisiiLepisosteus oculatusBrevoortia patronusDorosoma cepedianumAnchoa mitchilliIctalurus furcatusArius fellsBagre marinusBairdiella chrysouraCynoscion arenariusMicropogonias undulatusGobiosoma bosciGobionellus boleosoma1300No. Wt. L.14 23.9 58.1IN THE COLORADO RIVER0720No. Wt. L.1920No. Wt. L.6 7.5 49.80120No. Wt. L.3 1.31 0.134.725133.30.152.413.8478 163.047 95.4539869.043.4-2011.8 9318.3107.7-196 168.212.1 26 60.812850.512.413.1505.067.029.0207.51 0.21 1105.6 530.0114.3 57.02.8 56.01 7.1 75.0245 77.98 1261.61561 196.62 81.421.19.610001115.347.320.9146.0806 192.6 26.42 142.2 157.51 5.2 68.01 141.7 195.01 113.4 155.02 16.5 76.01 10.5 84.05 13.8 46.89238.2175.356.6129.04224.3151.858.7129.02 0.4 20.52 0.9 30.02 143.3 125.03 0.7 23.04 1.2 25.70.2 24.0 TIME (CST)TAXAGobioides broussonettiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigmaAchirus lineatus1300No. Wt. L.7 5.0 34.4TABLE 22 (cont'd)1920 0120No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.0720No. Wt. L.1 0.1 25.01 0.1 13.02 183.1 165.01 0.3 21.01 1.9 51.01 0.1 13.06 5.4 38.52 236.0 903.91 0.1 18.0 TABLE 23TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1155a 1800 2300 0600TAXAIctalurus furcatusArius fellsBagre marinusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 93.4 178.01 165.4 214.01 14.2 96.0No. Wt. L.2 247.3 197.0No. Wt. L.1 65.51 7.9152.077.0aNo organisms caught TABLE 24TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY TRAWL ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983TIME (CST)1200No. Wt. L.1745No. wt. L.2330No. Wt. L.IN THE COLORADO RIVER0600No. wt. L.16 18.2 47.3TAXAPenaeus setiferusTrachypeneus constrictusAnchoa mitchilliictalurus furcatusArius fells.Bagre marinusLagodon rhomboidesCynosclon arenarlusLelostomus xanthurusMicropogonias undulatus1 5.3 95.0 50 34.4 43.91 0.1 23.01 35.9 125.02 35.7 82.53 266.6 170.31 22.4 108.01 0.1 13.01 10.8 73.01 0.1 19.01 260.0 248.02 45.4 109.55 52.1 79.01 18.6 90.02 184.6 143.51 111.7 192.04 318.7 157.0113169.5 80.079.8 103.05479.1 82.688.7 102.2 TABLE 25TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTHBY SEINE ON 14 -15 JULY 1983(mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERTIME (CST):1100No. Wt. L.1720No. Wt. L.2300No. Wt. L.TAXAPenaeus aztecusPenaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusProcambarus blandingi acutusLepisosteus oculatusC Brevoortia patronusAnchoa mitchilliPoecilla latipinnaMenidia beryl1inaCaranx hipposEucinostomus lefroyiCynoscion arenariusMugil cephalusDormitator maculatusGobionellus boleosomaGobionellus shufeldtiCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigma1 4.30845No. Wt. L.8 8.0 47.01 0.7 18.07 5.3 44.12 0.8 16.519 11.7 38.6 24 17.5 39.14 3.82 119.2 69.5 1011.42.811.3221757.71.5475.033.52 992.2 423.52 1.6 35.0 12 27.72 0.344.224.5111.4 32.01.4 45.01 0.4 31.010 7.1 27.22 1.6 28.51360.20.679.018.032.039.519 15.2 30.31 0.2 18.01 0.7 30.02 0.8 27.52 1.0 30.02 1048.9 288.0343.222.237.355.0271.3206.51 2.3 44.05 1.8 25.81 1.4 42.014 8.1 30.930.578.11 0.3 27.0 TABLE 26TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mim) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY SEINE ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST)TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohloneCallinectes sapidusBrevoortla patronusAnchoa mitchilli4 Gambusia affinisPoecilia latipinnaArchosargus probatocephalusEvorthodus lyricusGobionellus boleosomaGoblonellus shufeldtiCitharlchthys sptlopterus1300No. Wt. L.1920No. Wt. L.0120a 0720aNo. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.1 0.3424427.931.638 23.4 12.63 2.2 38.013.57 4.2 28.964113.80.425.623.01 0.7 29.01210169.52.0115.034.02.8 24.91.7 44.03 1.0 24.322 12.4 31.813 5.8 27.7aNo collection due to silt clogging net TABLE 27TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY SEINE ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1155 1800a 2300a 06008TAXAPenaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCa1linectes sapidusAnchoa mitchilliCynoscion arenariusS Mugil cephalus00 ,Goblonellus bolesomaCitharichthys spilopterusNo. Wt. L.27 24.4 43.9No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 1.27 0.74 0.42 0.6116511.020.823.047.024.636.63.04.74.4aNo collection due to silt clogging net TABLE 28TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTEDBY SEINE ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983IN THE COLORADO RIVER0600No. Wt. L.TIME (CST)TAXA1200No. Wt. L.88 65.1 47.61745No. Wt. L.2330No. Wt. L.Penaeus setiferusPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusBrevoortia patronusko Menidia beryllinaCaranx hipposEucinostomus argenteusCynoscion arenariusLelostomus xanthurusMugil cephalusGobionellus boleosomaCitharlchthys spilopterus222 55.7 32.0 221 40.71 0.127.2 36 37.0 50.65 2.96 11.5 43.52 1.7 40.05 1.8 15.02 1.3 37.51 2.4 45.01 27.1 98.03 26.2 69.06 2.4 28.28 7.2 34.41 0.113.03 1.5 36.71 1.9 44.01 1.5 51.06 56.5 74.22 4.4 51.51 0.4 25.010 933.5 107.1 TABLE 29TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 13 -14 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1329 2100 0511TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusCaranx hipposNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.1 0.121 1.742 3.210 1.4 12.41 0.6 27.03 1.3 19.09.2TABLE 30TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 21 -22 JULY 1983TIME (CST): 1315 2110 0505TAXAPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusMenidia beryllinaLepomis cyanellusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.2 0.42 0.6 -5 1.2130.1 -1.3 17.03.20.40.41 0.1 10.017.0110.6 37.01.2 32.0 TABLE 31TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 27 -28 JULY 1983TIME (CST):1400No. Wt. L.2230No. Wt. L.0626No. Wt. L.TAXAPalaemonetes kadiakensisPalaemonetes paludosusPalaemonidae sp.Macrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1 0.32 0.42 0.6 -2 0.3240.6 -16.7 23.5130.1 -0.8 14.73 0.4 13.0TABLE 32TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 9 -10 AUGUST 1983TIME (CST): 1300 2100 0500TAXAPenaeus setiferusPalaemonetes kadiakensisPalaemonetes paludosusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusNo. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.No. Wt. L.3 2.9 47.01 0.11 0.21 0.11110.1 -1.2 11.62 0.6 -4 35.6 55.729 18.6 12.5 TABLE 33TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKESCREENS IN 30 MINUTES ON 15 -16 SEPTEMBER 1983TIME (CST):TAXA1414No. Wt. L.1 0.1 25.02205No. Wt. L.2 0.4 28.00615No. Wt. L.10 3.8 35.7Penaeus setiferusMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1 0.22 0.6 18.02 0.3 11.5 Page 1 of 1Nagle, JosephFrom: Hoppes, DavidSent: Thursday, August 18, 2011 8:26 AMTo: Dunn, RolandCc: Gore, Duane; LeValley, John; Nagle, Joseph
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First cut at manpower loading for PIP # 081270- Spent Fuel management ProjectLast Thursday (Aug 11) there was a Pre-PRT review of the DRAFT for PIP #081270. The PIP waspresented to PRT on Wednesday (Aug 17).At the Pre-PRT meeting we recognized some changes to the first DRAFT manpower loadings. Some butnot all of these were incorporated into the PIP that was presented to PRT.Today I met with Joe Nagle and further changes were identified. Two changes were to re-assign "FuelMovers- Craft labor" and "Vendor Install the SFP Racks" from cost center 932 to the Refueling Team costcenter.With these changes, the following NFAD activities are identified in the latest working version of PIP #081270:* NFAD and DED are jointly identified for Design work support (to the vendor) for Installing the SFPRack Modules 12 and 16. This activity is assigned 556 hours for Ul in 2012 and 444 hour for U2 in2012." NFAD is the responsible group for the Criticality Analysis work to be done by a vendor to beselected. The funding is $100,000 in 2012 and $25,000 in 2013; this should be corrected to$250,000 in 2013." NFAD is the responsible group for the NRC's review of the Criticality Analysis. The funding is$200,000 in 2014 and $200,000 in 2015.* NFAD is the responsible group for the Poison Insert design work to be done by a vendor to beselected. The funding is $1,000,000 in 2015 which is identified as "Contingency"; and $1,000,000in 2016.These PIP funding amounts are consistent with NFAD's inputs to date.NFAD needs to consider additional NFAD manpower support that will be required for the on-going spentfuel management work, and which budgets (PIP, baseline, or other) will be used.8/18/2011 AQ-2. McAden, D. C., G. N. Greene, and W. B. Baker 1985. Colorado RiverEntrainment and Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July -December 1984 (Report # 2). Prepared for South Texas Project byEcology Division, Environmental Protection Department, HoustonLighting & Power Company. April. Aý-oL REPORT #2COLORADO RIVER ENTRAINMENT ANDIMPINGEMENT MONITORING PROGRAMPHASE TWO STUDIES -JULY-DECEMBER, 1984PREPARED FORSOUTH TEXAS PROJECTSUBMITTED BYECOLOGY DIVISION, ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DEPARTMENTHOUSTON LIGHTING & POWER COMPANYAPRIL 1985PREPARED BY: DAVID C. McADEN, GEORGE N. GREENE, WILLIAM B. BAKER, JR. TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGELIST OF TABLES ................... ......................... iINTRODUCTION .................... .......................... 1METHODS ..................... ............................1RESULTS AND DISCUSSION .......... ..... ..................... 1HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY ............. ................ 1MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON ........ ............ 2MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH ......................... 4REFERENCES CITED .......... ....... ...................... 6 LIST OF TABLESTABLE PAGE1 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 72 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... ......... 83 TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT) AT MID-CHANNELOF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984 .......... ................. 94 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS IN THERMPF SILTATION BASIN, SEPTEMBER 1984 ....... ................. ..105 TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY ANDDISSOLVED OXYGEN AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS, SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... 116 AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLE COLLECTION,SEPTEMBER 1984 ................. ........................... ..127 RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF) DAILY PUMPAGE (M3),JULY-DECEMBER 1984 .............. .................... ...... ..138 MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY O.5-M PLANKTONINET, SEPTEMBER 1984 ...... ................. ..159 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 1710 LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN O.5-M PLANKTON'.NET SAMPLES FROMTHE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .............. .......................... ..1911 -NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THECOLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON'.NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 .... ...... 2012 NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONCOLLECTED IN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ................. ........................... 2113 MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVERBY TRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ..... ... 2214 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYSEINE ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ........ .............. ......... 2415 TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OFMACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISH IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984 ...................................... 26i INTRODUCTIONSection 6.1.3.2 and Appendix E of the Final Environmental Statementrequire Phase Two of the aquatic ecology studies to begin within one week ofthe start of reservoir fill pumping. The initial report (McAden et al. 1984)covered the period July 1983 -June 1984. This report presents data from thesampling period July -December 1984. Due to limited pumping during thisperiod, only one set of samples was collected.METHODSAll stations, schedules and methods employed were the same as thosedescribed in the initial report (McAden et al. 1984). A malfunction of the pHmeter precluded pH measurements during sampling.RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONHYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITYWater temperature, turbidity and dissolved oxygen data from the ColoradoRiver station are shown in Table 1. Conductivity values are given in Table 2,and salinity values are given in Table 3. Water temperature, salinity anddissolved oxygen data from the Reservoir Makeup Pumping Facility (RMPF)siltation basin are given in Table 4. Water temperature, salinity anddissolved oxygen data from the RMPF revolving screens are given in Table 5.1 On 5-6 September a salt wedge was present in the Colorado River, extendingto within 5-10 ft of the surface. The wedge was up to 3.0 C warmer than thelow salinity surface water and contained low dissolved oxygen levels (maximum0.8 ppm at the bottom).Surface water quality in the RMPF siltation basin was similar to that ofthe surface water in the river. Bottom water quality measurements were notmade in the siltation basin.Surface water quality at the revolving screens was similar to the surfacewater quality in the river. However, bottom salinity at the screens was lower(as much as 6.3 ppt) than salinities at comparable river depths.River flow during the sampling period is shown in Table 6 and the dailyvolume of water pumped into the reservoir during July-December 1984 is shownin Table 7.MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTONSamples collected by 0.5-m plankton net yielded 29 taxa of invertebratesand 7 taxa of vertebrates (Table 8). The most abundant invertebrates werejellyfish (medusae), copepods (especially Acartia tonsa and Oithona spp.),barnacle nauplii, the zoeae of the brackish water shrimps Palaemonetes spp.and Callianassa spp. and the zoeae of the brackish water crab Rhithropanopeusharrisii. All of the vertebrate taxa consisted of larval and juvenile stagesof both freshwater and estuarine fishes. A single sunfish larva (FamilyCentrarchidae) constituted the freshwater component of the ichthyoplanktonsamples, whereas the bay anchovy and at least two species of gobies dominatedthe estuarine taxa.2 Table 9 shows the variations in macrozooplankton abundance over the 24-hrsample period on 5-6 September 1984 in the Colorado River. The largest totalnumbers of organisms were taken in samples collected at mid-depth and in theoblique tows. Considerably smaller numbers of taxa, as well as numbers withintaxa, were collected at the surface and near the bottom. The reasons forthese spatial differences in abundance can be seen in the hydrological andwater quality measurements made at the times of sample collection(Tables 1-3). There was a layer of very low salinity water at the surface,which contained a paucity of both taxa and numbers of individuals within taxa.The reason for the relative scarcity of zooplankton near the bottom of theriver is the critically low dissolved oxygen levels near the river bottom(Table 1).By far the most commonly found and most abundant of the river zooplanktontaxa was the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii. Other abundant formswere jellyfish medusae and the zoeal stages of the ghost shrimp, Callianassaspp. Relatively low numbers of the commercial white shrimp, Penaeussetiferus, and the megalops stage of the blue crab, Callinectes spp., weretaken, although Callinectes spp. megalops did occur at a high density in the0300-hr oblique sample. It is possible that this taxon consisted of both thecommercial blue crab, C. sapidus, and the noncommercial pygmy blue crab, C.similis.A list of the common and scientific names of the larval and juvenilestages of fish taxa collected from both the Colorado River and the siltationbasin is found in Table 10.3 Table 11 shows the temporal and spatial variations in ichthyoplanktonabundance in the Colorado River. The data are too limited to draw anymeaningful conclusions, except to note the total absence of ichthyoplanktonnear the bottom. This is understandable given the low dissolved oxygen levelsnoted in the earlier discussion of macrozooplankton abundance.Table 12 depicts the changes in abundance of macrozooplankton andichthyoplankton over the sampling period. As in the river samples, the zoealstage of the xanthid mud crab, Rhithropanopeus harrisii, was the most abundanttaxon, but unlike the river samples, highest densities occurred during thehours of daylight. The reasons for this are unclear, because siltation basinsamples were collected at the surface and zooplankton abundance in surfacesamples is typically lowest in the daytime. Another commonly occurring,albeit in low densities, taxon was the parasitic fish louse, Argulus spp. 'Nopenaeid shrimp or blue crab larvae were taken from the siltation basin, andonly one ichthyoplankter, an unidentified yolksac larva.MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHRepresentatives of 27 species were captured in seine and revolving screensamples during the study (Table 13), but no organisms were captured in thetrawl samples. Critically low dissolved oxygen levels at the bottom of theriver (Table 1) appear to be the limiting factor.4 Six (6) species of macroinvertebrates, including 5 species of shrimp and 1crab, were taken in seine samples (Table 14). Macrobrachium ohione, a smallriver shrimp, was the only freshwater representative, while the estuarine/marine white shrimp, Penaeus setiferus, was the most abundant invertebrate(643 caught).Twenty species of vertebrates, all of which were fish, were caught in theseine samples (Table 14). Of these, only the spotted gar, Lepisosteusocculatus, is freshwater, with the remainder being estuarine and marine. Thefish most commonly caught was the bay anchovy, Anchoa mitchilli (170).Impingement samples (Table 15) yielded 4 macroinvertebrate species, one ofwhich was the pink shrimp, Penaeus duorarum, found only in the impingementsamples. The total catch was 15 individuals. In general, the animals weresmall, 5-64 mm in length.5 REFERENCES CITEDMcAden, D.C., G.M. Greene and W.B. Baker, Jr. 1984. Report #1. ColoradoRiver Entrainment and Impingement Monitoring Program, Phase Two Studies -July, 1983-June, 1984. Ecology Division, Environmental ProtectionDepartment, Houston Lighting & Power Company.USNRC. 1975. Final Environmental Statement. South Texas Project Units 1and 2. Houston Lighting & Power Company, City Public Service Board of SanAntonio, Central Power and Light Company, City of Austin. DocketNos. 50-498 and 50-499. Prepared by Office of.Nuclear Reactor Regulation,United StatesNuclear Regulatory Commission.6 TABLE 1TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, TURBIDITY, AND DISSOLVEDOXYGEN AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984Sampling Dates5 September6 September6 September6 SeptemberTime (CST)2045030008551450Temperature (°C)Surface Bottom27.7 29.626.5 29.526.2 29.529.2 29.6pHSurface*Secchi diskTurbidity(inches)17.020.521.020.0Dissolved 0 (ppm)Surface Bottom7.8 0.17.4 0.18.2 0.19.1 0.8BottomDepth (ft)17.020.019.518.0*pH meter not working TABLE 2TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN CONDUCTIVITY (MILLIMHOS/CM)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984DEPTH(ft.)Sampl ingDates5 September6 September6 September6 SeptemberTime(CST)2045030008551450S4.34.34.94.5531.822.123.625.01044.342.640.842.31545.244.044.844.62045.5B (Depth)45.5 (17.0)45.5 (20.0)45.4 (19.5)44.9 (18.0)8 TABLE 3TEMPORAL AND SPATIAL VARIATIONS IN SALINITY (PPT)AT MID-CHANNEL OF THE COLORADO RIVER, SEPTEMBER 1984DEPTH(ft.)Sampl ingDates5 September6 September6 September6 SeptemberTime(CST)2045030008551450S2.42.42.82.5520.013.514.515.41028.827.726.327.41529.528.629.229.120 B (Depth)-29.8 (17.0)29.8 29.8 (20.0)-29.7 (19.5)-29.3 (18.0)9 TABLE 4TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN SURFACE WATER QUALITY PARAMETERSIN THE RMPF SILTATION BASIN (SEPTEMBER 1984)9Sampl ingDates6 Sept.6 Sept.6 Sept.6 Sept.Time(CST)0020050010301615Temperature(0c)26.825.927.129.2Salinity(PPT)2.82.53.53.5DissolvedOxygen (PPM)8.66.98.19.1pH** pH meter not working10 TABLE 5TEMPORAL VARIATIONS IN TEMPERATURE, CONDUCTIVITY, SALINITY, ANDDISSOLVED OXYGEN AT THE STP REVOLVING SCREENS, SEPTEMBER 1984Sampling DatesTime (CST)Temperature (1C)Surface BottomConductivity(millimhos/cm)Surface BottomSalinity (ppt)Surface BottomDissolved Oxygen (ppm)Surface BottompH* BottcSur- Depthface (ftt.5 September6 September6 September19100300110428.326.427.429.027.228.35.7 25.45.2 12.47.5 22.43.2 15.73.07.27.87.86.21.37.42.86554.2 13.7* pH meter not working TABLE 6AVERAGE COLORADO RIVER FLOW (CFS) ON DATES OF SAMPLECOLLECTION, SEPTEMBER 1984DATE5 September6 September*Derived by taking arithmetic mean of 3 daily flowvalues recorded at the beginning of each shiftRIVER FLOW66372112 TABLE 7RESERVOIR MAKEUP PUMPING FACILITY (RMPF)DAILY PUMPAGE (M3), JULY-DECEMBER 1984DATE-aCA)123456789101112131415161718192021JULY618,317745,407300,178262,975122,316AUGUST687,444498,332330,252226,54935,661SEPTEMBEROCTOBERNOVEMBER39,757268,477376,127403,647401 ,340440,3447,697314,278494,29839,103DECEMBER9,39968,892119,82549,56325,44881$524130,815636,709403,647158,582109,833 TABLE 7 (Cont'd)DATEJULYAUGUSTSEPTEMBEROCTOBERNOVEMBERDECEMBER222324252627282965,41415,6042,751303179,439557,245Totals 2,792,8493,217,824 2,850,482 253,8842,751 9,399 TABLE 8MACROZOOPLANKTON AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-MPLANKTON NET, 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984Mid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueCNIDARIAJellyfish medusae X X X XANNELIDA (Polychaeta)Polychaete larvae X X X XMOLLUSCAPelecypoda juvenile X X XGastropoda juvenile X XCHAETOGNATHASagitta sp. X XCLADOCERADaphnia sp. X XMoina brachiata X XMoinodaphnia macleayii X XCOPEPODACopepoda nauplii XA. tonsa X X XDiaptomus spp. XEucalanus sp. XCylopoida copepodida XHalicyclops spp. X XOithona spp. X X XUnidentified Caligoida X15 TABLE 8 (Cont'd)Mid-TAXA Surface Depth Bottom ObliqueBRANCHIURAArgulus spp. XCIRRIPEDIABarnacle nauplii X X XBarnacle cypris XMALACOSTRACAMysidopsis spp. juveniles X X XP. setiferus postlarvae XHippolyte sp. zoeae XPalaemonetes spp. zoeae X X X XCallianassa spp. zoeae X X XCallianassa spp. postlarvae X XCallinectes spp. megalopa X X XRhithropanopeus harrisii zoeae X X X XR. harrisii megalopa X XSesarma sp. zoeae XPISCESUnidentified fish larvae XAnchoa mitchilli XUnidentified Centrarchidae XCynoscion arenarius XGobionellus spp. larvae XG. hastatus X XGobiosoma bosci X16 TABLE 9NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984TAXAJellyfish medusaePolychaete larvaeGastropod juvenilesPelecypod juvenilesSagitta spp.Daphnia spp.Moina brachiataMoinodaphnia macleayi iCopepod naupliiAcartia tonsaEucalanus sp.Diaptomus spp.Halicyclops sp.Oithona spp.Cyclopoida copepodidaCaligoida (unidentified)Argulus spp.SURFACETIME (CST): 2045 0300 0855 14502.73.3MID- DEPTH2045 0300 0855 1450178.8 192.641.3 25.24.641.32.3 3.2 9.0BOTTOM2045 0300 0855 14507.3 10.9 9.010.7 7.3 2.22.17.3 2.2OBLIQUE2045 0300 0855 145064.7 452.125.9 10.8 18.9 12.16.5 21.621.664.8 10.812.14.711.02.7 10.06.51.610.811.5249.93.69.7 10.83.2 3.62.221.6 9.4 4.04.72.12.1 6.939.02.310.81.6 9.04.49.45.5 3.310.8 TABLE 9 (Cont'd)SURFACETIME (CST): 2045 0300 0855 1450TAXABarnacle naupliiBarnacle cyprisMID- DEPTH2045 0300 0855 1450300.4 41.4BOTTOM2045 0300 0855 14506.6OBL I QUE2045 0300 0855 145021.6 12.19.2Mysidopsis spp. juvenilesPenaeus setiferus postlarvaeHippolyte sp. zoeaePalaemonetes spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. zoeaeCallianassa spp. postlarvaeCallinectes spp. megalopscoRhithropanopeus harrisil zoeaeR. harrisii megalopaSesarma sp. zoeae4.6 6.5 1.82.210.812.16.71.65.5 10.0 13.52.1 4.92.1 811.7 309.3 70.22.1 3.711.0 10.9 2.245.3 64.7 4.7 4.013.0 172.6 51.9 48.41.62.26.78.2 13.4 108.1 16.922.9 3.2 1.86.2 181.1 174.9 90.013.02.2 537.5151.01661.334.4 22.0 13.14004.7 189.72.1 4.610.8 TABLE 10LIST OF FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN 0.5-M PLANKTON NET SAMPLESFROM THE COLORADO RIVER (C.R.) AND THE SILTATION BASIN (S.B.),5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984COMMON NAMEBay anchovyUnidentified sunfishSand seatroutUnidentified gobySharptail gobyNaked gobyUnidentified larvaeSCIENTIFIC NAMEAnchoa mitchilliFam. CentrarchidaeCynoscion arenariusGobionellus spp.G. hastatusGobiosoma bosciLOCATION. OF COLLECTIONC.R.C.R.C.R.C. R.C.R.C.R.C.R., S.B.19 TABLE 11NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY 0.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984SURFACE MID- DEPTH BOTTOMTIME (CST): 2045 0300 0855 1450 2045 0300 0855 1450 2045 0300 0855 1450 2045TAXAAnchoa mitchilliCentrarchidae larvaeOBLIQUE0300 0855 1450e8.2 3.32.7Cynoscion arenarlusGobionellus sp. larvaeG. hastatusGobiosoma bosciUnidentified larvae2.32.34.66.52.1 2.33.35.60 TABLE 12NUMBER (PER 100 M3) OF MACROZOOPLANKTON AND ICHTHYOPLANKTON COLLECTEDIN THE SILTATION BASIN BY O.5-M PLANKTON NET ON 6 SEPTEMBER 1984TAXA T I M E (C S T)0020 0500 1030 1615Sagitta spp. 12.9Daphnia spp. 25.7Acartia tonsa 38.6Harpactacoid copepodida 38.6Argulus spp. 12.9 12.9 12.9Callianassa spp. zoeae 51.4Rhithropanopeus harrisii zoeae 51.4 77.1 552.7 115.7Unidentified fish larvae 12.921 TABLE 13MACROINVERTEBRATE AND FISH TAXA COLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BYTRAWL, SEINE AND REVOLVING SCREENS, 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984TAXA TRAWL SEINE REVOLVING SCREENSPenaeus aztecus XP. setiferus X XPenaeus duorarum XTrachypeneus constrictus XPalaemonetes pugio XMacrobrachium ohione X XCallinectes sapidus X XLepisosteus occulatus XElops saurus XAlosa chrysochloris XBrevoortia patronus XAnchoa hepsetus XA. mitchilli XFundulus grandis XPoecilia latipinna XMenidia beryllina XHemicaranx amblyrhynchus XOligoplites saurus XEucinostomus argenteus XLagodon rhomboides XCynoscion arenarius X22 TABLE 13 (Cont'd)TAXA TRAWL SEINE REVOLVING SCREENSLeiostomus xanthurus XMugil cephalus XEvorthodus lyricus XGobionellus boleosoma XCitharichthys spilopterus XParalichthys lethostigma X23 TABLE 14TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES AND FISHCOLLECTED IN THE COLORADO RIVER BY SEINE ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 19842045 0300 0855 145(No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L. No. Wt. L. No. Wt.TIME (CST):TAXAPenaeus aztecusP. setiferusTrachypeneus constrictusPalaemonetes pugioMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidusLepisosteus occulatusElops saurusAlosa chrysochlorisBrevoortia patronusAnchoa hepsetusA. mitchilliFundulus grandisPoecilia latipinnaMenidia beryllinaHemicaranx amblyrhynchus0L.31890.561.929.030.12 1.5 42.568 54.3 44.7 259 579.5 61.3127 218.0 59.41 0.8 46.036 13.8 -3 0.3 10.3231311.10.70.96 2.041.013.71 1.11 595.027.0465.02 79.9 65.51 230.3 254.01 0.98 15.037.045.016 53.7 51.21 0.96 2.5 32.2 161 74.243.034.43 1.1 32.32 7.9 52.5112.90.644.039.02 1.7 43.55 7.2 36.6 TABLE 14 (Cont'd)0300No. Wt. L.TIME (CST):2045No. Wt. L.0855No. Wt. L.1450No. Wt. L.TAXAOligoplites saurusEucinostomus argenteusLagodon rhomboidesCynoscion arenariusLeiostomus xanthurusMugil cephalusEvorthodus lyricusUn,Gobionellus boleosomaCitharichthys spilopterusParalichthys lethostigma1 0.22 1.624.033.547151.569.91.725.224.267.745.057.81 0.1 20.02 1.2 30.51 4.1 55.01 5.6 70.01115.5 80.03.9 63.04 40.5 72.05 47.1 71.02 9.2 56.52 11.2 63.01 4.1 60.01 0.4 28.010115.71.4935.532.248.0350.0 TABLE 15TOTAL NUMBER, TOTAL WEIGHT (g) AND MEAN LENGTH (mm) OF MACROINVERTEBRATES IMPINGED ON 2 INTAKE SCREENS IN30 MINUTES ON 5-6 SEPTEMBER 1984TIME (CST):TAXAPenaeus setiferusP. duorarumMacrobrachium ohioneCallinectes sapidus1910No. Wt. L.1 2.2 63.01 2.4 58.02 0.2 12.00300No. Wt. L.1 1.8 64.01104No. Wt. L.3 1.5 39.73 1.4 28.03 2.9 22.01 0.1 5.0 AQ-3. Citation and documentation is needed for the following sentence that wasincluded in the ER, Section 5.2: Based upon best professional judgment(BPJ) the TCEQ Water Quality Division has determined that the CWISreflects BTA for AEI through use of a closed-cycle recirculating system. Kathleen Hartnett White, ChairmanLarry R. Soward, CommissionerH. S. Buddy Garcia, CommissionerGlenn Shankle, Executive DirectorTEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYProtecting Texas by Reducing and Preventing PollutionJune 27, 2007Mr. R.A. Gangluff, Manager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health PhysicsSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric Generating Station;TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000.
Dear Mr. Gangluff:
I received your letter dated May 24, 2007, requesting that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) bedesignated as a closed-cycle recirculating system and as not water in the state.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) does not have an official method of"designating" a facility's operation as a closed-cycle recirculating system. However, we have reviewedthe information you submitted and based on our best professional judgement, we consider your facility tobe a closed-cycle recirculating system. As mentioned in your letter, the federal rule governing the 316(b)Phase II cooling water intakes is currently in the process of being suspended. For the time being,implementation of the 316(b) requirements will be based on best professional judgement (BPJ) andsubject to EPA Region VI review.We also concur that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) at your facility does not meet the definition ofwater in the state.If you have any questions, please contact me at (512) 239-2369.Sincerely,Kelly Holligan, LeaderIndustrial TeamWater Quality DivisionKH/jpP.O. Box 13087 0 Austin, Texas 78711-3087 0 512-239-1000 0 Internet address: www.tceq.state.tx.uspti iI I I ()? I CCC r dflY~ -ing soy-Imsud ink Nuclear Operating CompanySouth T&s P/edct Extrinc Gcnetin SiaUon PO. Bar 289 Wadsworth, Tems 748.?May 24, 2007NOC-TX-07016176PE'N: W02STI No. 32165797Mr. Kelly HolliganTeam Leader, Industrial Wastewater PermitsTexas Commission on Envirornmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase It RulesSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Permit No. 01908
Dear Mr. Holligan:
Thank you for meeting with my staff on May 15, 2007 to discuss the South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station (STPEGS) cooling reservoir and other wastewater discharge pennitissues. Based on our discussion, STP Nuclear Operating Company (STPNOC) is submitting thefollowing information regarding the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) and the applicability of theregulations for cooling water intake structures. We are confident that the South Texas ProjectStation (STP) complies with the regulation by employing a closed-cycle recirculating coolingsystem as defined in 40 CFR §125.93. Pursuant to 40 CFR §125.94(a)(1)(i), cooling water flowfor this facility is commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating cooling system, asdemonstrated below. Additional technical information is included in letters dated March 7, 2005and August 18, 2005 previously submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ).STP is located on 12,220-acres in Matagorda County, approximately 15 miles southwest of BayCity along the west bank of the Colorado River. The facility consists of two electric-generatingunits, which share a closed-cycle recirculating cooling reservoir. Water from the MCR is passedthrough the cooling loops of both units then returned to the MCR for heat dissipation beforecycling back through the cooling systems.The MCR is a perched, off-channel, on-site industrial cooling impoundment of approximately7,000 acres, impounding over 202,600 acre-feet of cooling water at its maximum operating level.Dikes are installed in the MCR that channel the water flow to maximize circulation time for heatdissipation before the water is recirculated back to the generating units. Blowdown from theMCR to the Colorado River has not occurred since March 1997. Should blowdown be requiredit would occur through an underground pipe that discharges back into the Colorado River. Thispoint is designated as Outfall 001 in the TPDES Permit No. 01908. The MCR is also equippedwith a gated spillway for emergency use. The MCR is not a "water of the U.S." as defined at 40CFR § 122.2. The MCR is not considered a "water of the State" based on internal and externaloutfall designations in the permit. The MCR is on private property and exists solely for Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 2industrial cooling. It is not a publicly managed water body and has no recreational uses. Thegeneral public has never had access to the MCR nor is any planned in the foreseeable future.The only sources of new water to the MCR are direct rainfall and make-up water divertedperiodically from the Colorado River, primarily at high river flows. Water from tile ColoradoRiver is pumped approximately I mile via a 108 inch pipe to the MCR. To protect inflows duringlow river flow conditions, the water right for STP includes a special provision to limit diversionfrom the Colorado River to 55% of the flow over 300 cubic feet per second, to protect inflowsduring low river flow conditions. Currently, the intake consists of trash racks, rotating screenswith 3/8 inch mesh and 4 pumps. In addition, the reservoir makeup pumping facility has thefollowing design:" The traveling water screens are flush with the river shoreline;" The maximum approach velocity to the traveling water screens is 0.5 feet per second;" Fish passageways were constructed in the wing walls between the traveling screens tofacilitate fish migration parallel to the screen surfaces; and" A sluice and discharge line was installed for the purpose of returning all impingedorganisms directly to the river, downstream of the intake structure, immediately afterbeing backwashed from the screens.The pumps are operated intermittently based on reservoir level, river flow, and the operability ofthe makeup pumping facility. A cooling reservoir evaporates less water per unit of heatdissipated than a cooling tower, thus dissolved solids build up more slowly over time. This iscomplemented by the designed seepage from the MCR, which maintains the structural integrityof the reservoir embankment. Rainfall further dilutes the dissolved solids in the MCR. Thesefactors minimize the blowdown and make-up required to maintain MCR water quality. As aresult, intake water flow for cooling purposes at STP reflects best technology available (closed-cycle recirculating systems) for minimizing adverse environmental impact.As was discussed in the May 15, 2007 meeting, several provisions of the Phase II rule are in theprocess of being suspended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the RegionalAdministrators have been authorized to review the applicability of the rule on a case by casebasis using Best Professional Judgment. Based on that authorization and the informritionprovided, STPNOC is requesting that TCEQ designate the MCR as a closed-cycle recirculatingsystem. We are also requesting concurrence that the MCR does not meet the definition of a"water of the State". If you have any questions or require additional information, please contactMs. S. L. Dannbardt at (361) 972-8328.Sincerely,R. A. GangluffManager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health Physics Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 3cc: Mr. Earl LottSpecial Assistant, Office of Permitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Ms. Susan JablonskiSpecial Assistant/Radioactive Waste SpecialistOffice of Pennitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087 Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 4bcc: Correspondence, N2002 AQ-4. "Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study." Prepared for STP NuclearOperating Company by ENSR International, Houston, Texas, May 2002. ,qQ-4EK1RLSouth Texas ProjectElectric Generating StationWadsworth, TexasEssential Cooling PondFish Population StudyPrepared For:STP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 270Wadsworth, TX 77483Prepared by:ENSR3000 Richmond Ave, Suite 400Houston, TX 77098May 2002Document Number 05727-008-400 The following personnel have prepared and/or reviewed thisreport for accuracy, content and quality of presentation.Kurtis K. SchlichtProject ManagerReport AuthorFrank G. Schlicht Ph.D.Senior Technical Specialist4444- iýd7Aj2Rocky Stevens, RE.Senior Reviewer-2 ,oo 2__Date CONTENTS1.0 INTRO DUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 11.1 M ATERIALS AND M ETHO DS ................................................................................................ 11.2 HYDROLOG ICAL DATA ....................................................................................................... 21.3 NEKTO N ....................................................................................................................................... 21.4 DATA ANALYSIS ......................................................................................................................... 32.0 RESULTS ............................................................................................................................................... 52.1 SAM PLE LOCATIO NS ................................................................................... .............................. 52.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATA ................................................... 52.3 NEKTO N ....................................................................................................................................... 62.3.1 Trawls ................................................................................................................................ 62.3.2 G ill Nets ............................................................................................................................. 72.3.3 Hoop Nets ......................................................................................................................... 73.0 DISCUSSIO N ......................................................................................................................................... 83.1 RESULTS ..................................................................................................................................... 83.2 MANAG EM ENT RECO M M ENDATIO NS ............................................................................. 124.0 LITERATURE CITED ................................................................................................ I ......................... 17UDt~t-ttAJ!~ I rtuwrsn ropuietion ~woy May, *~uIJ~U05727-8)I STPEG~/t-isn P'opu ataion StudyMay, 2U002 LIST OF TABLESTABLE 1 Latitude and longitude coordinates for gill net, hoop net, andtrawl samples collected in the 47 acre Essential Cooling Pond,(STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............................................................... 19TABLE 2 Hydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH)Collected during the Fish Population Study on the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ........................................................... 20TABLE 3 Total number of fish caught in each section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............................... 21TABLE 4 Catch rates for species caught in each section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS), March 27-28,2002 .................................... 22TABLE 5 Mean sizes and range of sizes for the two species, sheepshead minnowand sailfin molly caught in the Essential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS),M arch 27-28, 2002 .................................................................................... 2305727-800/STPEGS/FiFh Population Study May, 2002 LIST OF FIGURESFIGURE 1 The four sampling Quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4) established in the47 acre Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ................... 25FIGURE 2 Location of gill net, hoop net, and trawl samples collectedin the 47 acre Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ............... 26FIGURE 3 Cumulative length frequency of sheepshead minnow,Cyprinidon variegatus, captured in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ......................................................... 27FIGURE 4 Cumulative length frequency of sailfin molly,Poecilia latipinna, captured in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002 ......................................................... 28LIST OF APPENDICESAPPENDIX A Water Quality Data: Graph of pH ranges in the Essential CoolingPond, (STPEGS), from November 1999 until the present ...................... 31APPENDIX B Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study, January 2002 ....................... 33-36r~tj~,risn 'optMauon ~1uuyU05["72JI8=S P'OpUtaTionl SlhJyMay, 2UU2iii EMIL.EXECUTIVE SUMMARYFish composition, size ranges, relative abundance, and estimates of total abundance wereinvestigated in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station 47-acre Essential CoolingPond (ECP) through the use of three types of sampling gear (trawl, gill net, and hoop net). Of thethree gear types used to sample the ECP, only the trawl was productive in catching fish. A total of5,589 fish representing two species, sheepshead minnow (Cyprinodon variegatus) and sailfinmolly (Poecilia latipinna), were caught during the study. Sheepshead minnows and sailfin molliesare both common species in Texas and are indigenous to coastal streams, rivers, and estuaries.Mean sizes for both species ranged from 27 to 62 mm total length (TL) (1 inch to 2.5 inches)and were evenly distributed across all sample sections. Sheepshead minnows were mostabundant in quadrant Q2A and sailfin mollies were more abundant in Q4A near the intakestructure. Relative abundance for both species was evenly distributed across quadrants Q2 and03. The total number of fish caught in quadrant Q1, near the discharge, was significantly lowerthan the total number of fish caught in quadrants Q2, Q3, and Q4. Total abundance estimatesderived from the total number of fish caught, total amount of trawling effort and total area covered,indicate that a population of 535,000 fish comprised of both species exists in the ECP. Thisestimate is an extrapolation from the data collected and is based on assumptions about theexisting populations and the sample gear used. Therefore, interpretation of such data may resultin an over estimate of total abundance. It is, however, our belief that fish populations in the ECPare not overabundant.Fish congregating at or near the intake structures may be attributed to the availability of food,structure or cover, and protection from environmental stresses. Under normal operating andenvironment conditions, both species would be expected to avoid the higher water velocitiesfound immediately adjacent to the intake structure. Excessive impingement and entrainment oforganisms is a factor more of how the pumps are operated rather than the total number of fishpresent in the ECP. Prevention of fish congregating in the intake structures may be achieved bymaintaining a constant flow rate at the intake screens and in the pump wells and/or by changingthe chemical composition of the water in the pump wells. If pumps must be shut down, adding05727-800/STPEGS/Fish Population Study May, 2002iv EM~.chemicals such as rotenone, chlorine or other chemicals in the pump wells may create waterconditions unsuitable for fish and prevent them from congregating in the area.Based on the data we collected during this study and discussion with site personnel whoobserved the size/species distribution associated with the Essential Cooling Water Pump 1Cstrainer clogging, the existing population in the ECP is not expected to cause a recurrence of thiscondition as long as precautionary measures are taken to preclude fish from utilizing thescreen/pump well areas during pump shut down and start up. Management recommendations formonitoring and control of the existing population are discussed in the body of the report.05727-800/STPEGS/Fish Population StudyMay, 2002V
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This document presents a summarized report for the Fish Population Study performed on the 47acre Essential Cooling Pond (ECP) at the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station(STPEGS), Wadsworth, Texas. The objective of this study was to determine baselinecharacteristics of the fish population (Nekton Population) in the 47 acre ECP and to providemanagement recommendations for monitoring and controlling said fish population. Section 1presents the materials and methods arranged categorically. Section 2 discusses the datacollected. Section 3 presents a discussion of the results and provides managementrecommendations.1.1 MATERIALS AND METHODSThe fish population study was conducted in accordance with techniques described inFISHERIES TECHNIQUES by Nielson and Johnson (1983), published by the AmericanFisheries Society.The ECP was divided into four quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) based on linear shorelinemeasurements of approximately 1000 feet (Figure 1). Each quadrant was divided into twoapproximately equal sections and labeled as section A or B for each quadrant starting in aclockwise direction from the discharge structure around to the intake structure. A total of eightsections were identified in the ECP. A GARMIN 48 handheld GPS unit was used to verifysample quadrants and sections. Latitude and longitude coordinates were recorded for allsamples collected. Per the request of site management (Pre-Job Brief) no gill nets or hoop netswere set within 1000 feet of the intake structure. Gill net and hoop net sets designated for Q4were set on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot line in Q3 (Figure 2). Hydrological andnekton sampling methodology are detailed below.'4WC,-VIJOOI rLaorIbi, rupuiaiiui, ctuuy 17- -ý i" /p al tUJIL UI 1 1.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATAA YSI Model 58 temperature/oxygen meter was used to measure water temperature (00) anddissolved oxygen (mg/I). These parameters were measured at the start and end of eachsampling day. Both parameters were measured at mid-water depth. Water depths werereported by site personnel to be approximately 9 feet to 12 feet at the pump intake structure.South Texas Project's Nuclear Operating Company Chemistry/Environmental personnelprovided additional water quality data. These data included pH and conductivity. Conductivitywas converted to salinity [parts per thousand (ppt)] using a conversion nomogram. Hydrologicaldata collected during this study were used only as base-line reference points for currentconditions in the ECP.1.3 NEKTONThe following gear types were used to establish sample size (numbers) and species (kinds) of fishpresent in the ECP. These gear types are routinely used by fisheries biologists for conductingtotal fish population assessments.Trawl samples were collected in the ECP using a 6.1 m (20 ft) otter trawl measured along thehead-rope from shackle to shackle. A trawl door measuring 1.2 m long and 0.6 m tall (48 inch x21 inch) was attached to each wing of the net. Each door was shackled to a 30.4-m (100 ft) longbridal and then attached to the stern of the towing vessel. The trawl was comprised of 3.8-cm (13/8-inch) stretched-nylon mesh and the cod end of the trawl was covered by a 6.3-mm (1/4 inch)nylon mesh sock. Trawl samples were towed for ten minutes behind a 16-foot center-consoleboat powered by a 40 hp motor. In the initial work scope, tow speed was set at 3.0 knots for allsamples; however, trawls were towed at approximately 2.0 knots in an effort to minimize netavoidance caused by engine prop wash. A total of eight trawl samples were collected (2 per eachQuadrant). All finfish species were measured for total length (TL) to the nearest mm. If more than50 individuals of a species occurred in sample, a random subsample of 50 was measured and theremaining individuals were counted to obtain a total number for each species.UD~ CI'tAJO~Q I rcuors~,I r~JIJut4utJ,, oiuuy 2 tviay ctnJc057 7- -F -O rEl/isl rpuI~u oln i u iy2Maey =w Gill net samples were collected in the ECP using four (4) experimental gill nets constructed ofmonofilament mesh. Each net was 91.4-m (300 ft) long, 2-m (6 ft) deep and was comprised offour separate 22.9-m (75-foot) sections of 1.3-, 2.5-, 5.1-, and 7.6-cm (1/2-,1- , 2-, and 3-inch)stretched mesh connected in ascending mesh sizes. Two 15-lb concrete blocks were used toanchor each gill net to the bottom and one 15-lb block was used to anchor each gill net on theshore. Gill nets were set in randomly selected sections within each quadrant. Quadrant 4 gillnet was set on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot boundary line separating Quadrant 3and Quadrant 4 (the net was essentially set in Quadrant 3) per the Pre-Job Brief requirementthat no nets be set within 1000 ft of the intake structure. Gill nets were set starting shortlybefore sunset (6:18 pm) and were retrieved within 2 hours after sunrise (6:38 am) on thefollowing morning. No fish were captured in any of the gill net sets. Had fish been captured inthe gill nets, they would have been sorted according to each section of mesh, identified byspecies, and measured for TL to the nearest millimeter.Four hoop net samples were set in the ECP using hoop nets constructed of fiberglass rings and cottonnetting material. Each net measured 3.6-m (12-ft) in length, had an opening hoop diameter of 0.91--m(3-ft), and was covered by 5.1-cm (2-inch) stretched cotton mesh netting dipped in nylon coating.Hoop nets were set in a randomly selected section within each quadrant. Quadrant 4 hoop net wasset on or immediately adjacent to the 1000-foot boundary line separating Quadrant 3 and Quadrant 4(the net was essentially set in Quadrant 3) per the Pre-Job Brief requirement that no nets be set within1000-foot of the intake structure. Each net was baited with a fish attractant (one can of dog food,recommended by local commercial fishermen). Hoop nets were set with the opening facing downcurrent, anchored by two 15-lb concrete blocks and marked with buoys for easy retrieval. No fish werecaptured in any of the hoop net sets. Had fish been captured in the hoop nets, they would have beensorted by species and measured for TL to the nearest millimeter.1.4 DATA ANALYSISData analysis was conducted for eight trawl samples and included the following parameters:total number of fish for each species captured, calculation of average size and range of sizes foreach species, cumulative length frequencies for each species, and an estimate of relativeabundance for each species.U572/-0t-UU/: IH'tU6:/F-ISn Population Study3 Relative abundance was calculated by dividing the total number of each species captured bythe amount of effort (time) the gear was used. This value represents catch-per-unit-effort(CPUE). CPUE is directly proportional to the total abundance of fish in the stock and can beused to make further statistical analyses such as comparing catch rates from quadrant toquadrant or from year to year.Additional statistical analyses were performed in order to test for homogeneity between samplevariances (t-Test: Two-Sample Assuming Equal Variances) and to test for variability amongsample means (ANOVA) (Alder and Roessler, 1977; Ott and Mendenhall, 1993).n QJQTDCr_'QIC;ýk 0;ý-I.C- C-A, M _F04ay 2.0 RESULTSThe results of our study are presented below.2.1 SAMPLE LOCATIONSSample locations for gill nets, hoop nets, and trawls are shown in Figure 2. Latitude and longitudecoordinates for each sample site are presented in Table 1. A total of 16 samples were collectedduring this study. Hydrological and nekton data are presented below.2.2 HYDROLOGICAL DATAHydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH) are presented inTable 2.Water temperature during the study was 20.5 'C at the start of the study and 20.4 °C at thecompletion of the study.Dissolved oxygen (DO) readings during the study period ranged from 7.8 mg/I to 9.8 mg/I. DOreadings were the highest in Quadrant 1 and the lowest in Quadrant 4. DO readings decreasedincrementally from quadrant to quadrant as the sample stations moved further away from thedischarge structure. This is to be expected, based on the turbulence near the discharge servingas an aerator. Dissolved oxygen readings were higher on day 1 than day 2 for all samplestations. Lowest dissolved oxygen readings were recorded on the second day of the study duringthe retrieval of the gill nets and hoop nets. A reading of 7.8 mg/I was recorded at Q4. Quadrant 1dissolved oxygen readings on day 2 dropped down to 8.0 mg/l.STPEGS' Project Manager provided additional water quality data. Their data during the studyperiod indicated the pH to range from 8.87 to 8.89 and conductivity to be 1114 qS/cm to 1131.qS/cm. Conversion of conductivity readings to salinity parts per thousand (ppt) indicated thatsalinity was <2.0 ppt. Additional water quality data provided by STPEGS'sChemistry/Environmental personnel indicated that pH in the ECP has fluctuated between 8.3 and9.5 since November 1999 (Appendix A).UOICt~tAJOIOI rcuoIrIbII rupumirurr otuuy 5 gv~y ~uueU5727-ýSII Ipu atiUI on U y5M~ay 2002, 2.3 NEKTONA total of 5,589 fish representing 2 species was caught during this study (Table 3). Speciescollected during sampling were Cyprinodon variegatus, (Sheepshead minnow) and Poecilialatipinna, (Sailfin molly). The trawl was the only gear type to capture fish. A discussion of eachsampling gear is detailed below.2.3.1 TrawlsA total of eight (8) trawl samples-were collected on the 47 acre ECP. Trawl samples werecollected from eight different sections (Q1A, Q1 B, Q2A, Q2B, Q3A, Q3B, Q4A, and Q4B) of theECP (Figure 2). Each section was trawled for 10 minutes at a tow speed of 2 knots. However,trawl sample Q4A was trawled for 8 minutes due to a twist in the trawl door that occurred duringsampling. No attempt was made to redo the sample due to the proximity to the intake structure(within 1000 ft) and because the area was already covered during the initial trawl samplecollection. Trawling twice in the same sample area during the same sample period could resultin even fewer fish being caught. CPUE was adjusted according to different trawl times. A two-sample t-statistic was run to test for difference in sample population means between Q4A andQ4B. T-statistic results indicated there was no significant (95% level) difference between thetwo sample population means; further indicating there was no bias introduced by the shortenedtrawl time.Total catch (by number and catch rate) for each section is presented in Table 3. Section Q2Ahad the largest number of fish captured of all sections sampled. Section Q1 B had the fewestnumber of fish captured. ANOVA test results across all eight samples indicated that there wasno significant (95% level) difference between sample means, thus indicating that all eight trawlsamples were homogeneous.Total fish caught by quadrant indicates a significantly lower number of fish were caught in Q1 ascompared to the other three quadrants. However, the total number of fish caught in Q2, Q3, andQ4 were not significantly different from one another.UO~~t-LflJN~I rtu~,rwfI ropuwtivri otutiy 6 May ~UU~-opu t~onl ou y6may 2002=: Catch rates for each section and quadrant are listed in Table 4. Catch rates by speciesindicates that sheepshead minnows were most prevalent in section Q2A and least abundant inQ1B. Sailfin mollies were most prevalent in section Q4A and least abundant in sections QIA,Q1 B, and Q3A. Species relative abundance was most evenly distributed across Q2 and Q3.The abundance of sailfin mollies in Q4 can be attributed to a number of different components;however, the availability of food and habitat (structure) as it relates to the intake structure aremost likely the key components. Mean sizes for both species were the same across all samplesections (Table 5). The widest range was for sailfin mollies, which ranged from 27 to 62 mm TL(1 inch to 2.5 inches). The abundance of sailfin mollies was most prevalent in the 40 to 55 mmTL (1.5 to 2.25 inches) size class. Cumulative length frequencies for both species arepresented in Figures 3 and 4.2.3.2 Gill NetsFour experimental gill nets were set in the ECP; one net per quadrant in randomly selectedsections of each quadrant. No fish were captured in any of the gill net samples. Gill net fishingtimes (effort) are listed in Table 6. Average fishing time for gill nets was 13.24 hours.2.3.3 Hoop NetsFour hoop nets were set in the ECP; one net per quadrant in randomly selected sections of eachquadrant. No fish were captured in any of the hoop net samples. Hoop net fishing times (effort)are listed in Table 6. Average fishing time for hoop nets was 14.01 hours.u~LeI-LAJ~ I rtu~irisn rupui~uun ~iuuy 7 IVIdY CUUC05727-00/1 IE~is opulatton Sludy7Maliy 2LqJ EKr RNITA.3.0 DISCUSSIONDiscussions of the results for our study and management recommendations are detailed below.3.1 RESULTSHydrological data were collected during this study for the purpose of establishing baseline waterquality parameters in the ECP. No statistical correlation between fish abundance and waterquality was performed using these data. Any inferences concerning possible correlation wouldbe speculative at best and would require more data.Trawling was the only successful method of capturing fish in the ECP. Trawl samples collectedin each of the four quadrants contained fish. Although only two species were captured, the totalnumber and catch rate for each species indicates these fish are prevalent in all areas of theECP. Quadrant 1 was the only quadrant sampled which had a significant difference in totalnumber of fish. This fact can most likely be attributed to the amount of water being dischargedby the plant into quadrant 1 of the ECP. Despite the fact that most fish species are attracted towater currents, flow rates from the discharge structure into Quadrant 1 are judged to be highenough to discourage most fish from residing in this area, specifically smaller fish such as thosecollected in our samples. In fact, it may be great enough to flush them from the area or limittheir presence to the perimeter of the pond. A similar difference in distribution could beexpected directly in front of the intake structure. However, it would be impossible to discernwhere exactly the fish in our study were caught because trawling methods used covered bothshoreline and open water areas. Furthermore, trawl samples were not collected immediately infront of the intake structure for safety reasons.Data from the four gill net and four hoop net samples indicate the absence of larger fish speciesin the ECP. Although it is possible the sampling gears may have been selective for species andsizes, it is highly unlikely that all eight samples would have resulted in zero catches if fish of anysize over 3 inches were present in the ECP. Furthermore, the lack of species diversity collectedduring trawl samples indicates no other species were present in the pond. Trawling is typicallyselective for the size of the individual captured, but not selective for species.-~a -C.JUC0512 -0viyo I s PoL/InFpulaionl~ oudy8May 2002 EKR.The lack of species diversity has been further validated by data collected by STPEGS sitepersonnel. Their preliminary data indicated that only sheepshead minnows and sailfin mollieswere the species present (Appendix B). Their data were collected using baited minnow traps ator near the intake structure and the discharge structure. Comparative analysis of catch ratesbetween gears is very difficult. Although no direct correlation between STPEGS data and thedata we collected was conducted, the use of minnow traps to collect data as it pertains torelative abundance, size distribution, and species composition could prove valuable assumingproper sampling techniques are followed. These would include standardizing sample stations,sample times (soak time), placement depths, and baiting techniques to name a few.Data analysis of the eight trawl samples indicated the fish populations sampled werehomogeneous. Mean sizes of fish captured in all four quadrants were similar for both species.Data analysis of sample size and catch rates indicate that Q1 was significantly different fromQ2, Q3, and Q4. This significant difference can most likely be attributed to the velocity water inQI. Total abundance of fish was determined based on total number of fish caught andestimates of area covered during trawl samples.In an effort to estimate the total number of fish in the ECP, we made several basic assumptions,the validity of which we cannot verify based on a single set of samples. We have taken a "worstcase" approach, which could overestimate the actual population size.We have assumed that there is a uniform distribution of fish throughout the ECP, both in depthand in width. We have also assumed that our trawling effort covered 5% of the total watervolume and caught all fish that encountered the gear. Therefore, we collected 5% of the totalpopulation during our sampling effort. Based on these assumptions and extrapolation of thedata, there is a population of 535,000 fish in the ECP, comprised of both species. However, weknow that the fish are not uniformly distributed (Q1 was statistically different than Q2, Q3, Q4 inour data) and the size of the area sampled was not precisely 5% of the total area.Consequently, the actual population size could be less than this. As both species are morecommonly found in shallow water or shoreline areas rather than open- or deep-water areas, it ishighly probable that fish collected in the trawls were captured only from the shoreline zones. Ifs opua on u9,vay this is true, the total population would be expected to be less than what we estimated, as theestimate is based on the total volume, not just the shallow shoreline area. Having determinedthat this is likely the case, we do not feel that either species is overpopulated.Congregation of these species at or near the intake structure may be attributed to the availabilityof food, structure or cover, and protection from environmental stresses such as extensive coldspells. During normal environmental conditions, fish in the ECP should tend to seek out naturalhabitats or niches. The occurrence of fish in the intake wells during cold weather conditions is anatural response. Fish will seek protected waters that provide relief from existing environmentalconditions. The intake structure could provide such habitat. This could be particularly truewhen pumps are shutdown, creating a calm water refuge in the screen/pump wells. If this infact happens, one would expect an increase in impingement when pumps are turned back on.Under normal operating and environmental conditions, both species would be expected to avoidthe higher water velocities found immediately adjacent to the intake structure. Therefore, webelieve that excessive impingement could occur only when pumps are shut down for anextended time period and fish either seek shelter within the intake structure pump wells, orutilize it as new habitat due to additional food availability and/or cover. Preventing fish fromcongregating in the intake structures may be achieved by maintaining a constant flow ratethrough the screens and/or by changing the chemical composition of the water around thepumps. This may be accomplished by dispersing chemicals, such as rotenone, chlorine, orother chemicals, directly into the water in the pump wells prior to restarting of pumps.The species captured from the ECP, Cyprinodon variegatus (sheepshead minnow) and Poecilialatipinna (sailfin molly) are common to brackish waters of the Texas Gulf Coast and bothspecies are found in the many rivers and streams that enter the Texas bays. Make-up water forthe ECP was from the main cooling reservoir, which originally came from the adjacent ColoradoRiver. Both species are common in this river system (Texas Parks and Wildlife, personalcommunication).Although the possible sources of these fish were not evaluated in this study, ENSR is of theopinion that fish were introduced during the initial filling of the ECP. This means of introduction05127-0=6/ I Ftt;:gw-Sn' Hopulation Zjtucly10may 2002 is highly probable if surface water was used to fill the pond. In the case of the sheepsheadminnow, eggs could have also been carried in on the feet, legs, and plumage of various wadingand aquatic birds as their eggs are semi-adhesive and are capable of adhering to thesesurfaces. This mechanism of introduction is not deemed possible with sailfin mollies.Of the two species captured, sheepshead minnows were more prevalent by a ratio of 50:1.Mean sizes of both species caught in the ECP were within normal length ranges and themajority of fish were either subadult or adults. Maximum length for sheepshead minnows was55 mm TL (2.25 inches) and the maximum length for sailfin mollies was 62 mm TL (2.6 inches).No fish less than 20 mm TL were caught. The lack of juvenile fish in the samples is most likelya result of mesh size used on the trawl. A smaller mesh size would need to be used to capturethe juvenile fish.Sheepshead minnows are a very hardy species. They are tolerable of a wide range of waterquality conditions and are commonly found in marine, brackish, and freshwater habitats. Theyprefer shallow water habitats and are most common along sandy or silty shorelines.Sheepshead minnows can reach a maximum size of 3 inches and have an average life span ofabout three years. They are very prolific breeders reaching sexual maturity by the time they areone year old. They are egg layers and will spawn multiple times during the spring and summermonths allowing them to populate an area in a very short period of time. They will layapproximately 20-25 eggs per spawn and their eggs are semi-adhesive. Sheepshead minnowsare detritivores and prefer to feed over substrates of silt and detritus. They are known to burrowinto soft substrate during adverse conditions, such as large temperature fluctuations andextreme tidal changes; which enables them to survive these situations.Sailfin mollies are primarily a brackish water species. They are known to be very adaptable inthe wild and are commonly found in freshwater rivers and streams as well as saltwaterenvironments. They feed mostly on algae and other plant matter that is available. Sailfinmollies are surface dwelling and swim freely in open areas, and they are particular to watersthat are high in calcium (hard water) and more alkaline waters ranging in pH from 7.5 to 8.5.Sailfin mollies are typically 4 to 6 inches in length and have an average life span of 3 years.Po ulation StuA, Ma 2002F1"1 ENsRThey are live bearers, giving birth to 20 to 80 fully developed young in each brood. The femalesailfin molly will give birth once every six to eight weeks during the breeding season (April toSeptember). They can produce young year round; however, they normally do not give birthwhen water temperatures are below 21.1°C.Beneficial aspects of these fish species in the ECP were not evaluated during our study.However, both species are known to feed on algae as well as other plant matter such as detritusand therefore could have a positive impact on the ECP. Furthermore, the ability of these fish tomaintain healthy populations in the ECP is a good indication that the present ecosystem isproviding necessary food, habitat, and water quality. It should be noted however, that currentturbidity levels in the ECP are too high to allow establishment of large quantities of algaethroughout the entire pond. Most of the algae should be isolated along the shoreline whereavailable sunlight can penetrate the water and allow algae to grow. It is our opinion that if algaelevels were to get to problematic levels in the ECP, it would require a larger population than thecurrent population of fish to alleviate the problem.3.2 MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONSManagement of undesirable fish populations is achieved by using three basic methods:chemical, biological, and mechanical. Chemical and biological means are favored overmechanical controls for most species of fishes (Kohler and Hubert, 1993). Before determiningwhat management approach will be most effective, several factors should be considered andevaluated. These include cost, size of the water body, water temperature and quality, targetspecies, environmental concerns, and location of the water body (Kohler and Hubert, 1993).The use of chemical methods to control undesirable fish populations has become a very populartool for fisheries managers. Most chemicals are easily applied, require a short time to getresults, and very inexpensive when compared to other methods. Chemical methods aretypically used to treat an entire system where the goal is the removal of all fish. Chemicals canalso be used to partially treat particular sections, or spawning sites of selected fishes in an effortU~727-COWi I PL(~S/HSfl I~opuIation ~tudy 12 May ~UO205727-008/Zi 1 PE(35/I-I$1 Population 12may z200 EN, .to remove a major portion of the population. This approach usually requires the introduction ofa predatory species to forage on the remaining residual population.Chemicals used as fish toxicants must meet the needs* of the fishery managers. The toxicantshould be specific for the targeted species, easy and safe to apply, degrade to a harmlessconstituent, must be effective over a broad range of water quality conditions, and be registeredfor use in the aquatic environment (Lennon et al. 1970).There are four approved and registered toxicants in the United States, two of which areregistered for "general" use and will be discussed; rotenone and Antimycin. Fisheries managerscommonly use both of these toxicants.Rotenone is the most common fish toxicant used by fisheries managers. Rotenone works byshutting down the oxygen transfer system in fish, which eventually causes suffocation. Thechemical is safe and effective when applied properly and has almost no adverse affect on birdsor mammals. Rotenone comes in liquid and powder formulations and can be dispersed byvarious methods. Liquid forms are easier to handle; however, they work best in shallower lakesand ponds. Rotenone is usually applied in the summer or fall when the water temperatures areabove 20'C. There are several factors that affect the toxicity of rotenone; water temperature,light, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and alkalinity. Some species of fish can tolerate low levels ofoxygen and are therefore less susceptible to the effects of rotenone.Antimycin is an antibiotic and is the only other chemical registered as a "general" fish toxicant(Kohler and Hubert 1993). It is available only in a liquid form and is not as effective in deeperlakes. Antimycin is commonly referred to as Fintrol; however, it is not a common product foundon the market. Antimycin is most effective in lakes, ponds, and streams that are comprised of asoft-water chemistry.n.10ý 0 1 -i stuý, M -02op vsuau 13jay IKRIBiological methods used to control undesirable fish species include the use of predation byother species of fish, birds, mammals, etc. It also includes the use of pathogens andbiomanipulation to achieve the desired ecological balance. The use of biological methodsusually requires adding one or more biological mechanism(s) into the natural system. Addingnew species or managing for a particular species to control an undesirable species can haveadverse effects on the overall management goals. Before choosing this approach, fisheriesmanagers must evaluate whether the predator-prey combination will be effective as a controlagent. Biological control methods are less expensive than chemical methods; however, thedesired result is not attained as rapidly as with chemical methods, but often it is a morepermanent method.Mechanical methods used to control undesirable fish species include water level manipulation,traps, barriers, commercial fishing, and electricity. Other methods include seines, trawls, gillnets, and cast nets. All of these gears are labor intensive and require multiple applications overan extended period of time to have an overall impact on the fishery.Complete eradication of undesirable fish species is seldom possible. However, control of existingspecies can be achieved by using methods that are applied at a time and location when theundesirable species is most vulnerable. The use of an integrated management approach mayprove to be more effective than any one single approach.Based on the fish species present and the present population structure, management of thesespecies may be best achieved by utilizing a combination of management approaches. Somepossible approaches could include the following:* Complete removal of both species through the use of chemicals such as Rotenone;* Management of species using both mechanical and chemical methods such as trawls,seining, and traps, followed by supplemental Rotenone applications;* Management of species using mechanical methods described and supplemented by stockingof predator species; and* Management of species using only mechanical methods.U3,C-~AOOrcurisi rpuiwuiiowuyIV~Y CUC 15U 7-00/-JIoI Po'pulation Study14auy -'u All things considered, total removal of all fish from the Essential Cooling Pond may not bepossible and or desirable due to beneficial aspects such as algae control. Using chemicals canbe quite costly and will most likely not kill all the fish in the pond. Remaining individuals would beable to repopulate the pond in time. Furthermore, a massive kill could require a considerableamount of manpower and there is the possibility that dead fish would clog the screens at theintake structure.Managing the species using multiple methods may prove most beneficial. First, capture of the fishusing trawls or other gear will provide continuing data on the productivity of the fish population.Second, the cost associated with sampling will not be as high. Third, sampling could take placeduring times of the year when fish populations are the highest and pose the greatest threat to thepumps. For example, changes in numbers or species distribution detected in minnow traps couldbe used to implement control methodology. Fourth, supplementing the sampling with heavydosages of rotenone in specific areas of the lake during peak spawning periods and before orduring the coldest winter months could help manage the populations. An additional approachincludes managing the pond by having a commercial fisherman harvest the two fish species.Both species are popular on the tropical fish market and/or are used by commercial laboratoriesfor toxicity testing.The use of biological methods does work in some well managed lakes and ponds. However, theuse of a biological control in the ECP would require continued management of stocked predatorspecies and could eventually become a management problem in and of itself in the future.Given the dynamics of the ECP and the species present, managing the fish population will requirean established monitoring and control plan based on the recommendations above. Periodicmonitoring of the fish population in the pond should be used to determine if any controlmethodology is required based on plant operational considerations. For example, quarterlysampling using minnow traps with a standardized sampling program would provide size andspecies distribution information that could serve as a basis for initiating additional actions.Jug C, tJv0,c, r~~orICI H FUWUHGIIUI H CtUU~Uol~ ~ ~~ op a, lliFVInU Ituy15ay S:~RIn an effort to prevent impingement after extended periods when a pump may be shut down, it isrecommended that chemicals could be applied to the screen/pump wells prior to shut down toexclude or eliminate fish. Additionally, the placement of stop logs in the intake structure shouldhelp to preclude fish from utilizing the screen/pump wells during the down periods. ~n~t ,~ -jQ.r11. o- -i Q ..1.116tivay II1IcR.4.0 LITERATURE CITEDAlder, H. L. and E. B. Roessler. 1977. Introduction to Probability and Statistics. W.H. Freeman andCompany. QA273.A43.Kohler, C. C. and W. A. Hubert, editors. 1993. Inland Fisheries Management in North America.American Fisheries Society, Bethesda, Maryland.Nielsen, L. A. and D. L. Johnson, editors. 1983. Fisheries Techniques. American Fisheries Society,Bethesda, Maryland.Ott, L. and W. Mendenhall. 1995. Understanding Statistics. International Thompson Publishing.QA276, 12087.Va, Ct ~'.AJCO S rCtorbE I ruj~u~tiui oiutjy *17 MU~ C'AIC--l~-Ul {}I -IlOi-ir S pu .tU onI w 17nay,,,', ENTAB.TABLES05727-O08ISTPEGSIFish Population Study18May 2002 Table 1. Latitude and longitude coordinates recorded for gill nets, hoopin the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.nets, and trawl samples collectedArea:01Trawl Data02B0304ABBLatitudeLongitude28* 47' 46.9"96* 02' 30.2"28* 47' 40.6"96* 02' 31.7"28* 47' 49.7"96* 02' 39.3"96* 02' 39.8"Major Area:Station:01IHoop Nets02BI0304ABAABABLatitude 28*47'54.0 928*4753.3 .28*4742.9 28*47'45.0Longitude 96*02'43.5 96*02"33.6 96*02'30.4 96*02'38.8Gill NetsMajor Area: Q1 02I I Q4Station: A B A B A B A BLatiiuaeLongitudeIe 75.96*02'38.494/",39.596*02'33.5 96"02'31.52 47 49.96*02'39.0 TABLE 2. Hydrological data (water temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, and pH) collectedfrom the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Hydrological DataD.O. (mg/I)Start EndTemperature (C)Start EndpH*Start EndSalinity**Start End0TrawlsGill NetsHoop Nets9.8 8.6 20.6 20.5 8.87 <28.4 7.8 20.7 20.4 8.87 <28.6 8.0 20.6 20.5 8.87 <2* pH readings were provided by STPEGS site personnel. Readings are presented in Appendix A.** Salinity readings were converted from conductivity readings provided by STPEGS site personnel. TABLE 3. Total number of fish caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Total Number of Fish CaughtMajor Area:Station:0102A0304I-ABBABABTotalSheepshead Minnow 91 39 1862 85 1200 716 947 540 5480Sailfin Molly 3 3 27 3 12 11 30 20 109Total94 421889881212 7279775605589 TABLE 4. Catch rates* (CPUE) for species caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Sheepshead Minnow-Catch Rates (CPUE)Major Area:Station:Q102Q304ABABABA**BTOTALN)N)Sheepshead Minnow 535.3 229.4 10952.9 500.0 7058.8 4211.8I7284.6 3176.5 4243.7Sailfin Molly 17.6 17.6 158.8 17.6 70.6 64.7 230.8 117.6 86.9* Catch rates are calculated as number per hour for each trawl.** Sample time for this trawl was only eight minutes. CPUE was calculated for an eight minute timeand not a ten minute time. TABLE 5. Mean size and range of size for species caught in each sample section and quadrant in theEssential Cooling Pond (STPEGS), March 27-28, 2002.Mean Size and Size Range mm Total Length (TL)Major Area:Station:01020304BABABABARanqe*Sheepshead Minnow 37 39 39 38 39 40 39 40 28-55Sailfin Molly 38 48 42 44 46 47 46 49 24-62* Range was determined across all sample sections. ERNR.FIGURES05727-008/STPEGSIFish Population Study24May 2002 SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATIONESSENTIAL COOLING POND500 0 000 FEETFigure 1. Four sampling Quadrants (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4) established in the Essential Cooling Pond(STPEGS) March 27-28, 2002.25 SOUTH TEXAS PROJECT ELECTRIC GENERATING STATIONESSENTIAL COOLING PONDLEGENDTrawl SamplesHoop netsGill nets500 0 000 FEETFlow DirectionFigure 2. Locations of gill net, hoop net, and trawl samples collected in the EssentialCooling Pond (STPEGS) March 27-28, 200226 South Texas Project Electric Generating StationFish Population Study250191200-U.0.zz150-100-887950 1687025030354045505560Length (mm TL)Figure 3. Cumulative length frequency of sheepshead minnows caught in the Essential Cooling Pond, (STPEGS),March 27-28, 2002. South TexasProject ElectricFish PopulationGenerating StationStudy40-35-35(I)00I-E=z3025201510221916745 3225 30 35 40 45 50 556065Length (mm TL)Figure 4. Cumulative length frequency of saifin mollies caught in the Essential Cooling Pond (STPEGS),March 27-28, 2002. ENM.RAPPENDICESuagc,-UIJco rcuor,~.,rujju.auu.i oLuuy May200227 oputuuu ontuuy29May 2002 ENM~.APPENDIX AHydrological Data: Graph of pH ranges in the Essential Cooling Pond,(STPEGS), from November 1999 until the present.05727-O8/STPEGS/Fish Population Study30May 2002 ECW Pond pH from 1999 to Present109.5.9-.-EI-.8-7.5 -i i i i 1 1 1 1 1Nov-99 Jan-00 Mar-00 May-00 Jul-00 Sep-00 Nov-00 Jan-01 Mar-01 May-01 Jul-01 Sep-01 Nov-01 Jan-02 Mar-02 May-02 Jul-02-Ul- U ECW TRN COMM PH pH Units 11cR.APPENDIX BEssential Cooling Pond Fish Population Study, January 2002.05727-008/STPEGS/Fish Population Study 32 May 200205727-00a(STPEGS/Fish Population Study32May 2002 Essential Cooling Pond Fish Population StudyJanuary-February 2002The Essential Cooling Pond is a 47 acre pond. Depth is approximately 9 feet to 12 feet at thepump intake structure. The conductivity is approximately 1100 uS and the pH is approximately9.0.1/7/02 @ 1700 -Set minnow trap in the Essential Cooling Pond (ECP) at Sample Point No. 1 toobserve population activity overnight. Minnow trap used was 23 cm diameter by 41 cm long,mesh size 0.5 cm. Trap was baited with can tuna with holes punched in the can. Trap wasplaced approximately 6 feet from the edge at a depth of 1 foot.1/8/02 @0830 -Minnow trap removed with 40 minnows captured. The largest minnow was amale sailfin molly approximately 5.5 cm (2 1/8" long). Only 1 of these was observed. Most ofthe population observed appeared to be female and juvenile sailfin mollys. A few of whatappeared to be sheepshead minnows were also captured.Average temperature of the ECP overnight -560 F.1/8/02 @0840 -Set minnow trap at Sample Point No. 1 to observe population activity during theday.1/8/02 @1610 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. There was still sometuna in the can. Additional holes were punched in the can and the trap was returned to SamplePoint No. 1 to observe population activity overnight. A walk down of the area around thedischarge structure was conducted and no minnows were observed in the shallow water.1/9/02 @0900 -Minnow trap was removed with 37 minnows captured. Most of the populationobserved appeared to be female and juvenile sailfin mollys. The largest minnow wasapproximately 1 '"long. A few of what appeared to be sheepshead minnows were alsocaptured.1/9/02 @0910 -A new can of tuna was placed in the trap and it was returned to Sample Point Ito observe population activity during the day.1/9/02 @ 1620 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. Minnow trap wasreturned to Sample Point 1.1/9/02 @ 1630 -Minnow trap was baited with can cat food and placed at Sample Point 2 toobserve population activity overnight on the intake side near ECW 2A. Windy conditions werenoted with quite a bit of wave action.1/10/02 @08 10 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No.1 with 28 minnowscaptured. Most of the population observed appeared to be small female and juvenile sailfinmollys. The largest minnow captured was approximately 2" long male sailfin molly. A few ofwhat appeared to be sheepshead minnows were also captured. The trap was removed.33 1/10/02 @ 0815 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 214 minnowscaptured. Most of these were small female and juvenile sailfin mollys. Five (5) small and two(2) large males were also captured. In addition ten (10) sheepshead minnows were captured.When the trap was removed the conditions of the ECP were calm with very little wave action inthe intake area. The trap was returned to Sample Point 2 to observe population activity duringthe day.1/10/02 @ 1620 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 22 minnowscaptured. All were very small sailfin mollys. Largest was only 1". Average size was 3/4". Thewave action had increased from this morning. Most of the afternoon was cloudy. The trap wasreturned to Sample Point 2 to observe population activity over the weekend.1/14/02 @ 0820 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with approximately 400-500 minnows captured. Most were juvenile and female sailfin mollys. There were 5 large malesand several small males captured. The largest male was approximately 2 1/2". Several largefemales were also observed. A few sheepshead minnows were also captured. Note that the trapwas left out from Thursday afternoon until Monday morning. The bait had been used twicebefore.1/14/02 @ 1630 -Reset minnow traps with new cat food bait at Sample Points 1 and 2 at a depthof approximately 2 feet. Noted a small school of larger fish approximately 75-100 feet fromshore. They appeared to be 5-6" in length.1/15/02 @ 1000 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 1 with 30 minnowscaptured. Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollys. The largest was a female that measuredapproximately 2 "'. Two small males were also captured as well as two sheepshead minnows.The trap at Sample Point 2 was unable to be collected due to wave action.1/15/02 @1630 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No. 2 with 35 minnowscaptured. Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollys. All were about the same size ofapproximately 1-1 1/2". Ten sheepshead minnows were also captured. The trap was inapproximately 2' of water for 24 hours. The wind was causing significant wave action.1/16/02 @0900 -Minnow trap was removed from Sample Point No.2. The minnows capturedyesterday were left in the trap overnight due to the wave action. An additional 10 more minnowswere captured by 0900. A couple of larger sheepshead minnows were observed. Two smallmale sailfin mollys were also captured. It is believed that the wave action limited the activityovernight. Also observed was a layer of black organic matter that appeared to be larvae (fish,mosquito, midge, etc.) in the north intake area.1/16/02 @ 1630 -Placed minnow trap at Sample Point No. 3 on the intake side in approximately1 foot of water with cat food as bait.1/17/02 @ 1600 -Minnow trap was removed with approximately 150-200 minnows captured.Most were female and juvenile sailfin mollies. One large and several small males were captured.34 Some small sheepshead minnows were also captured. The temperature was warm (75°F.) with asoutheast wind.1/21/02 @0940 -Minnow trap was removed with approximately 100 minnows captured. Mostwere female and juvenile sailfin mollies. Six large males were captured. A few sheepsheadminnows were also collected. The trap had been out all weekend. At collection time, there washeavy fog. The minnow trap was removed by
- and *. New bait was placed in the trapand it was returned to Sample Point No. 3.1/21/02 @ 1540 -Minnow trap was removed with no minnows captured. Weather conditionswere sunny and warm (-65'F.). Trap was returned to the water to observe overnight activity.1/22/02 @ 1600 -Minnow trap had blown ashore during windy conditions. No minnows werecaptured. The trap was returned to Sample Point No. 3.1/23/02 @ 1545 -Minnow trap was removed with 6 minnows captured. All were juvenile andfemale sailfin mollies. The trap was removed from this location.2/11/02 @ 1630 -Minnow traps were baited with cat food and placed at Sample Points 1 and 2.2/12/02 @ 0930 -Minnow traps were removed. No minnows were captured at Sample Point 1.A total of 34 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. All were small juvenile or femalemollies, except for 1 sheepshead minnow. Minnow traps were returned to Sample Point 1 and 2.2/13/02 @ 1530 -Minnow traps were removed. Three minnows were captured at Sample Point1. All were small juvenile or female mollies. A total of 103 minnows were captured at SamplePoint 2. Most were small juvenile or female mollies, except for one young male. A few smallsheepshead minnows were also noted. A strong east wind was noted. Minnow traps werereturned to Sample Point 1 and 2. Minnows captured were released in the PADD.2/14/02 @ 1545 -Minnow traps were removed. Thirteen minnows were captured at SamplePoint 1. Most were small female and juvenile mollies. One small male was observed.Approximately 300 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most were female and juvenilemollies. Some small males were observed. There was a strong southeast wind. The minnowswere released in to the Main Cooling Reservoir. The traps were removed.3/26/02 @ 1615 -Minnow traps were baited with cat food and placed at Sample Points I and 2.3/27/02 @ 0900 -Approximately 306 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most weresmall female and juvenile mollies. Six small males were observed. Five large females wereobserved. Approximately 25% were sheepshead minnows. Three of these were large.Approximately 69 minnows were captured at Sample Point 1. Most were small female andjuvenile mollies. Two large male mollies were captured. Eight sheepshead minnows were alsocaptured. Traps were but back in the water at 1600 on 3/27/02.35 3/27/02 @ 1215- ENSR here to perform ECP fish population assessment. Eight trawls wereperformed. Gill and hoop nets were set out overnight.3/28/02 @0700 -ENSR retrieved gill and hoop nets. No fish were captured in any of the nets.3/28/02 @ 1000 -Approximately 67 minnows were captured at Sample Point 2. Most werejuvenile and small female mollies. Some large sheepshead minnows were also captured. 110minnows were captured at Sample Point 1. Most were small female and juvenile mollies. Somesheepshead minnows were also captured. The traps were removed.** Names were removed per the request of STPEGS Nuclear OperatingChemical/Environmental personnel.36 AQ-5. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). 2007. Letter fromMr. Kelly Holligan, TCEQ, to Mr. R. A. Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June27, 2007, "Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South TexasProject Electric Generating Station; TPDES Gangluff, STPNOC, dated June27, 2007, "Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South TexasProject Electric Generating Station; TPDES Permit No. WQOOO1908000."- This letter (or other documentation) should state that the MainCooling Reservoir (MCR) is not waters of the State.
£14-6STP k&Cý2IKathleen Hartnett White, ChairmanLarry R. Soward, CommissionerH. S. Buddy Garcia, CommissionerGlenn Shankle, Executive DirectorTEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYProtecting Texas by Reducing and Preventing PollutionJune 27, 2007Mr. R.A. Gangluff, Manager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health PhysicsSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II Rules; South Texas Project Electric Generating Station;TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000.
Dear Mr. Gangluff:
I received your letter dated May 24, 2007, requesting that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) bedesignated as a closed-cycle recirculating system and as not water in the state.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) does not have an official method of"designating" a facility's operation as a closed-cycle recirculating system. However, we have reviewedthe information you submitted and based on our best professional judgement, we consider your facility tobe a closed-cycle recirculating system. As mentioned in your letter, the federal rule governing the 316(b)Phase I1 cooling water intakes is currently in the process of being suspended. For the time being,implementation of the 316(b) requirements will be based on best professional judgement (BPJ) andsubject to EPA Region VI review.We also concur that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) at your facility does not meet the definition ofwater in the state.If you have any questions, please contact me at (512) 239-2369.Sincerely,Kelly Ilolligan, LeaderIndustrial TeamWater Quality DivisionKH!jpP.O. Box 13087
- Austin, Texas 78711-3087
- 512-239-1000 I lnternet address: www.tceq.state.tx.us AQ-7 Baker W. B., Green G. N. 1989, 1987-1988 Special Ecological Studies forthe South Texas Project, Matagorda County, Texas. Final report March1989. Houston, TX: Houston Lighting & Power Company. 34 p. [InTerrestrial Ecology section of STP NRC Environmental Audit Binder]
.1987 -1988SPECIAL ECOLOGICAL STUDIES FOR THE SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTMATAGORDA COUNTY, TEXASFINAL REPORTbyWilliam B. Baker, Jr.andGeorge N. Greene(Houston Lighting & Power CompanyEnvironmental DepartmentWater and Ecological Resources DivisionP.O. Box 1700Houston, Texas 77251March 1989 TABLE OF CONTENTSPageLIST OF FIGURES ................ .................... iiiLIST OF TABLES ................ .................. ivLIST OF APPENDIX TABLES ............... ................ vINTRODUCTION .................... ..................... 1STUDY AREA ..................... ...................... 1METHODS ....................... ........................ 3Alligator Survey ................. .................. 3White-tailed Deer Survey ........... .............. 3Waterfowl Survey ................. ................. 5Bald Eagle Survey ................ ................. 5RESULTS AND DISCUSSION ............... ................. 8Alligator Survey ................. .................. 8White-tailed Deer Survey ........... .............. 8Waterfowl Survey ......... .................. .. 14Bald Eagle Survey .......... .................. 17SUMM1ARY .................. ........................ 21LITERATURE CITED ............. .................... 22APPENDIX TABLES .............. .................... 24ii LIST OF FIGURES 0Figure Page1 Location of the South Texas Project Site .... ...... 22 American Alligator transect lines onthe STP site ................ ................... 43 White-tailed deer observation points andtransect line on the east side of the STPcooling reservoir ..... ....... ............. 64 Number of known active bald eagle nests inTPWD survey area C, 1988 (from Mabie 1988) ........ 200iii0 LIST OF TABLESTable Page1 Maximum number of alligators observed per transecton the STP site, 1982-1988 ..... ................ 92 Number of alligators seen on survey transectsat STP, 17-19 May 1988. ............ ............... 103 Mean number of alligators observed per km oftransect on the STP site, 1978-1988 ... ......... ..114 Daily counts of alligators seen in the STPreservoir during waterfowl surveys, 1983-1987 .... 125 Daily counts of white-tailed deer at STP, 1987 .... 136 Maximum number of white-tailed deer observed indaily counts at STP, 1982-1987 ..... ............ .. 157 Minimum waterfowl population estimates on theSTP cooling reservoir during October, Novemberand December, 1981-1987 ........ ............... 168 Minimum waterfowl (other than ducks and geese)population estimates on the STP coolingreservoir during October, November andDecember, 1983-1987 .......... ................. 189 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department midwinterduck and goose inventory along the Upper TexasCoast, 1982-83 thru 1987-88 ...... ............. .. 19iv LIST OF APPENDIX TABLESAppendix Table PageI Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongthe STP makeup right-of-way surveys, 1987. .....25II Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongthe STP blowdown canal, 1987 .... ........... .. 26III Daily counts of white-tailed deer adjacentto the woodland area at STP, 1987 ............ ...27IV Daily counts of white-tailed deer seen duringwaterfowl surveys at the STP reservoir 1987 .. .28C.V0Q INTRODUCTIONThis report describes the special ecological studiesdesigned to monitor the impacts of plant operations at the SouthTexas Project (STP) site on selected wildlife populations.On August 21, 1987, Unit .received an operating license andinitiated fuel loading, marking the beginning of operationalphase monitoring. The operational studies involve a continuationof procedures established during construction phase monitoring,which covered the period 1978-1987.Species selected for monitoring were considered to beindicators of general environmental quality. Both Americanalligators (Alligator mississippiensis) and bald eagles(Haliaeetus leucocephalus) were originally chosen because oftheir endangered and threatened species status. Since the studywas initiated the status of the American alligator in Texas hasbeen changed from endangered to threatened by similarity ofappearance (Federal Register 1983). Other species selected formonitoring were white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) andwaterfowl (family Anatidae) because of their recreational andeconomic importance to the region. Selected resident waterfowland shorebirds were also monitored for changes in populations.Presented in this report are the results of fieldinvestigations conducted on and near the STP site betweenSeptember 1987 and May 1988. These data are summarized andcompared with data obtained in earlier years (1978-1987). Theresults of studies conducted in previous years were reported bySpringer (1980), Leavens et al. (1981), Davis (1952, 1983), Davisand Wilkinson (1984), Greene et al. (1985), Baker et al. (1986),Greene et al. (1987), and Baker and Greene (1988).STUDY AREAThe STP site is located in southern Matagorda County,approximately 16 km south of Bay City, on the west bank of theColorado River (Figure 1). Over half of the 5000 ha site isoccupied by a cooling reservoir which presently has an averagedepth of about 3.5 m.Vegetationally, the study area is part of the Gulf Prariesand Marshes region (Gould 1975). Five basic wildlife habitatshave been identified on the site: (1) the disturbed constructionarea, (2) the cooling reservoir, (3) the woodlands between thereservoir and the Colorado River, (4) drainage and irrigationcanals, and (5) Kelly Lake.1 I ý'OKLAHOMAI68ýww M0,00Art0tRa~EIC OrtF -& 1 tWGULF O0FMEXICOFIGURE 1. Location of the South Texas Project site METHODSAlligator SurveyAlligators at the STP site were surveyed along previouslyestablished transects. Figure 2 shows transect locations andlengths. Transects 1 and 5 (Kelly Lake and Relocated LittleRobbins Slough) were surveyed on 3 consecutive nights. Transect10 was surveyed on three consecutive days. The night surveyswere conducted no earlier than 1 hour after sunset and no laterthan 30 minutes before sunrise. All surveys were conducted on17-19 May 1988 during the dark phase of the moon (new moon).Surveys have been conducted during the dark phase of the moonsince the monitoring study began to ensure high count accuracyand to standardize the procedures (Chabreck 1966). Surveys wereconducted in May, the peak of the breeding season, whenalligators of both sexes travel a great deal and are moreconspicuous than at other times of the year (Joanen and McNease1975, Nichols et al. 1976).Transect 1 was surveyed by canoe, the other two by truck. A400,000 candlepower spotlight was used to locate the alligatorsat night. Their eyes reflect a characteristic amber glow thatcan be easily recognized and detected from several hundred yards(Chabreck 1966). With a light shining in their eyes, mostalligators will remain stationary long enough to be approachedwithin range for reliable size estimation. The alligators wereeasily approachable by truck during the day as well. Intransects 1 and 5 the alligators were assigned to size classes byestimating the distance from their eyes to the tip of theirsnout. The total body length was estimated using the formula:x = -0.5113 + 1.1456ywhere x is total length in feet and y is snout length in inches.This formula was derived by linear regression from data reportedfor coastal Louisiana alligators (Chabreck 1966). Alligatorsgreater than 1.8 m (6 ft) in length were considered adults(Nichols et al. 1976). On transect 10 (the Entire Dike), lengthestimates were made from observations of the entire animal whenvisible or from snout length when the entire animal was notvisible. The highest count for each survey period was used asthe minimum population estimate for that period.White-tailed Deer SurveyWhite-tailed deer surveys were conducted on five consecutivedays during the week of September 27-October 2, and during thefirst full week of November and December.3
- ICHRE:*NTKcr" ESSENTIAL "1 SITECOOLING RBOUNDARYi -- ,,,.PONDIS RNSC 10 4 .2 .. km........~KELLY.................TRANSECOOLING RESERVOIR EIPFIUR 2 llgao trnsc loain"nth.Tie..... .... .. ... .. ..* .... S~rLN*ENnING POINTSFIGURE 2. Alligator transect locations on the STP site.
Deer were observed from two fixed observation points and adriving transect between these two points. The two fixed pointswere located on the dike adjacent to the makeup right-of-way andthe blowdown canal (Figure 3). Observers watched the fixedsurvey areas for 30 minutes starting at sunrise and 30 minutesprior to sunset. Observation times for a site were rotated onalternate days, e.g., if the blowdown canal was surveyed in themorning on the first day, it would be surveyed in the evening onthe second day. The driving transect was along the western edgeof the woodlands adjacent to the reservoir. It was surveyed inthe morning and evening of each day by driving along the dikeafter each fixed survey, stopping to count and identify deer asnecessary. A 22X spotting scope was used to help classify deeraccording to age and sex. Incidental deer observations were alsorecorded while conducting waterfowl surveys.Waterfowl SurveysDucks, geese and other waterfowl are most abundant on theSTP cooling reservoir during the fall and winter months.Population estimates were made on five consecutive days duringthe week of September 27-October 2, and the first full week ofNovember and December. Observations began after the dawn deersurvey and ended before the dusk deer survey. Species wereidentified with the aid of a 22X spotting scope. The highestdaily count of each species in each month was used as the minimumpopulation estimate of that species.Additional data were obtained from the annual aerial surveysof duck and goose populations wintering in Texas, which werecoordinated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) andconducted by the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD). Forsurvey purposes, Texas is currently divided into five waterfowlzones by TPWD: Northeast Texas, Northwest Texas, North-centralTexas, Lower Coast and Upper Coast. Matagorda County is in theUpper Coast zone. Total goose estimates were derived fromcombined totals of Texas Coastal Goose Inventory Zones 1-3. Ducktotals were derived by combining totals in Texas Mid-winterWaterfowl Inventory Zones A,B,C, and D.Bald Eagle SurveyAll large raptors are carefully observed during waterfowlsurveys to see if they are bald eagles. In addition, reports ofbald eagle sightings in the vicinity of the STP site weresolicited from specified site personnel.5 F.'.oSITEBOUNDARYINt'COOLING RESERVOIRRESERVOIR DIKE* *OBSERVATION POINTS........ ! TRANSECT LINEWhite-tailed deer observation points and transect line on the east side ofthe STP cooling reservoir.406 An extensive aerial search for bald eagle nests in easternand coastal Texas was conducted by TPWD personnel in January,February and early March of 1988. Nests found to be active wereexamined again in March and later to determine the number ofyoung produced (Mabie 1988). When new eagle nests were located,TPWD biologists contacted landowners to acquire nest historydata.7 RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONAlligator SurveyThe maximum number of alligators observed on transects atthe STP site in 1988 was 53 (Table 1). The highest mean densityof alligators seen was 7.0 alligators/km on the Kelly Laketransect (Table 2). This represents a reduction in the densityof alligators from the 1987 census, which was apparent in all 3observation transects (Table 3). The total number of alligatorson the site continues to decline, but should begin to stabilizenow that the plant is operational, although seasonal variationsin population level will probably remain.Results of the Entire Dike survey in the Spring of 1988showed a total of 23 alligators. This represents a reduction of27 animals from the 1987 Fall survey, 7 from the 1987 Springsurvey, and 58 from the 1986 Spring survey (Table 4). Thisdecline was predicted to occur as reservoir fill operationsinundated nesting habitat in the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR)(Baker and Greene 1988). Now that the water level is atoperational design levels the population of alligators in the MCRshould remain relatively constant, being dominated by adultmales. Based on total length estimates, the 1988 Spring surveyof the MCR showed a 98% adult population present.Results of the Kelly Lake transect indicate a maximum numberof 27 alligators. This is slightly lower than the Spring 1987survey of 32. The 1988 density in Kelly Lake was 7.0alligators/km which is well above densities recorded from1978-1985, but slightly below the density of 8.3 alligators/kmrecorded in 1987. The 1988 Kelly Lake population consisted of69% adults and 31% juveniles. Kelly Lake remains as the primealligator nesting habitat site at the STP.The Relocated Little Robbins Slough transect had a maximumcount of 3 alligators in the Spring 1988 survey, down about 50%from 1986 and 1987. This decline can probably be attributed to amajor construction project which involved dredging the entiretransect channel and resurfacing it with a layer of sand, matmaterial, and irregular shaped stone. The renovation of theSlough was completed in early 1988, just prior to the survey.Subsequent to these activities, the alligator population in theLittle Robbins Slough should stabilize. All alligators observedon this transect in 1988 Spring survey were juveniles.White-tailed Deer SurveyIn 1987 the greatest number of deer observed per day was 29,which occurred in the October survey (Table 5). The November8 0TABLE 1. Maximum number of alligators observed per transect on the STP site,1982-1988TRANSECT LENGTH 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1986 1987 1988NUMBER & NAME (km) Night Day01 Kelly Lake 3.5 3 8 9 17 8 32 2703 South Drainage 5.1 7 3 3 6Canal04 Blowdown Canal 1.6 1 0 105 Relocated Little 6.8 1 2 4 1 6 5 7 3Robbins Slough07 East Dike 3.0 6 4 2Cooling Reservoir08 South Dike 5.4 8 2Cooling Reservoir09 "Y" Dike 8.3 14Cooling Reservoir10 Entire Dike 41.2 81 30 23Cooling ReservoirTOTAL 9 22 22 32 23 94 69 53 aTABLE 2. Number of alligators seen on survey transects at STP, 17-19 May 1988b,cTRANSECT TRANSECT REPLICATE NO. NO./KM MEAN BODY NO. ADULTS:NO. AND NAME LENGTH (km) SEEN LENGTH (m) NO. JUVENILES01 3.5 1 25 7.1Kelly Lake 2 22 6.3(night) 3 27 7.1 1.4 20:44MEAN 7.005 6.8 1 2 0.3Relocated Little 2 3 0.4Robbins Slough 3 2 0.3 0.5 0:7(night) MEAN 0.310 41.2 1 19 0.5Entire Dike 2 23 0.6(day) 3 22 0.5 3.0 57:1MEAN 0.5a Location shown in Figure 1b Alligators greater than 1.8 m were designated adultsc Includes only individuals for which length estimates were madeI-iS aTABLE 3. Mean number of alligators observed perkm of transect on the STP site, 1978-1988TRANSECT NO. Length 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1982AND NAME (km) Day Night01 Kelly Lake 3.5 0.9 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 2.1 1.6 2.0 4.1 8.3 7.C03 South Drainage Canal 5.1 2.0 1.5 3.1 0.5 1.4 0.6 0.6 0.9 ... ...04 Blowdown Canal 1.6 0.9 0.6 --- 0.4 0.6 0.0 0.2 ---......05 Relocated Little 6.8 0.2 0.2 0.0 0.3 0.3 0.1 0.4 0.2 0.6 0.6 0.9 0.3Robbins Slough07 East Dike 3.0 --- --- 0.7 1.0 2.4 1.7 0.8 0.3Cooling Reservoir08 South Dike 5.4 --- --- --- 0.8 0.4 1.0 0.2 ---Cooling Reservoir09 sty li Dike 8 .3 ---. --- .--. -.- ... ... ...- 1 .4 ----Cooling Reservoir10 Entire Dike 41.2 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- 1.8 --- 0.7 0.ECooling Reservoira Mean number of alligators observed divided by the total transect length. TABLE 4. Daily counts of alligators seen in the STPreservoir during waterfowl surveys, 1983-1987MONTH DATE 1983 1984 1985 1986 19871SeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember2829301234567891023456789101123456789101112212322191410323581820101013121291414146003291720273632373335455439523828503846383826361022263631212714(.6557253120935423037132241529122810MONTHLY MAXIMUMOctoberNovemberDecember2335422014636505754363745362912 aTABLE 5. Daily counts of white-tailed deer at STP, 1987DATE TIME OF DAY BUCKS DOES YEARLINGS UNKNOWN TOTALSeptember27282829293030October112November1223344556December6778899101011PMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAM423283633311183115431512129121226271261052 19 3No Observation -8 284178972917271391364131347491117418725Fog3531211214426 26 311 53 110 45 214 7No Observation -Fog9 39 31412bMONTHLY MAXIMUMOctoberNovemberDecember834151014737301625a Includes deer seen on waterfowl survey. They were added to AMtotals because they were observed in AM.b Monthly maximum is the total of the largest number of Bucks,Does, and Yearlings seen. Before the largest numbers werechosen, Unknowns were apportioned to Bucks, Does and Yearlingsin the percentage in which they occur in the population.13 survey showed a significant drop in deer totals in the Woodlands Aldrive transect and the Blowdown transect (Table 6). This declinewas probably due to intense construction activities on the upperhalf of the Blowdown transect and the associated traffic movingalong the Woodlands drive transect. Worker shift changes closelycoincided with the morning and evening drive transect schedules.This trend continued on the drive transect in December, butcounts increased on the Blowdown transect as heavy equipment workdeclined. Following these construction activities, deer totalsshould return to levels observed in the three previous annualsurveys.Approximately 63% of the deer sighted in all survey areaswere adult does (Appendix Tables I-IV). Bucks comprisedapproximately 17%, yearlings 19%, and unknowns 1% of thepopulation. These figures compare favorably to previous STP deersurveys. Downing et al. (1977) pointed out the inherent bias andthe unequal observability between sex and age classes ofwhite-tailed deer, so it is doubtful that these data representthe true proportion of sex and age classes.Only 2 deer were observed during the waterfowl survey at theMain Cooling Reservoir (Appendix Table IV). Both were does,observed during the October survey.Waterfowl SurveyThe total number of ducks observed in the 1987 maintained Aethe population decline that began in 1985. Species diversity alsocontinued to decline with only 16 duck species observed in thethree month survey of the Main Cooling Reservoir (Table 7). Inthe 1987 survey 84 ducks were observed in October, 1,768 inNovember, and 665 in December (Table 7). The most abundant duckin October was the Black-bellied whistling duck. In Novemberand December the most abundant duck was the Lesser scaup. Itshould be noted that other wetland habitats on site such as KellyLake and the Little Robbins Slough, along with numerousdrainages, continue to have high species diversity.The highest number of total geese was recorded in December.Snow geese were the most abundant species with 1,656 individualsobserved, followed by Canadian geese at 309, and theWhite-fronted goose at 130. Goose counts were significantlylower in 1987 than in any of the 5 previous years.As mentioned previously (Baker and Greene 1988), reservoirfill operations have inundated the temporary marshes and isolatedislands within the Main Cooling Reservoir, and have created adeep, open-water habitat. This change in habitat due toreservoir filling is the main reason for the decline in speciesdiversity and total numbers of waterfowl on the MCR. Aspredicted (STP ER-OL 1985), the dominant duck species on the MCRare now diving ducks (e.g. Lesser scaup and Ring-necked ducks)(Table 7).014 TABLE 6. Maximum number of white-tailed1982-1987deer observed in daily counts at STP,SURVEY AREA 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987MAKEUP RIGHT-OF WAYOctober 4 2 7 7 6 13November 4 4 5 12 5 9December 0 0 7 12 12 11BLOWDOWN CANALOctober 15 3 9 19 30 15November 5 15 38 23 25 8December 8 21 28 11 18 25WOODLANDS, EAST OF RESERVOIROctober 13 5 10 15 20 14November 6 9 23 11 12 7December 0 12 26 25 32 8aSOUTH DIKE, COOLING RESERVOIROctober 13November 10December 7a Not surveyed after 1982, as the area was under water.H TABLE 7. Minimum waterfowl population estimates on the STP cooling reservoir during October, November and December, 1981-1987OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987SPECIESCanadWhiteSnowUnidea goose. 0 5 0 1 16 0c-fronted goose 72 0 0 2 0 0goose 0 1 0 0 1 0entified geese 0 0 12 0 0 0TOTAL GEESE 72 6 12 3 17 00000023 400 130 27 113 51 357 250 18 28 423 31 1135 400 751 190 57 19 9.0 0 58 0 0 0215 1050 957 245 593 101 13'0 17 98 406 1082 589103 876 1705 9381 19676 1895 15746 2097 1855 3245 1543 1990 79350 11998 6037 6669 7153 9712 16560 0 0 0 0 1250 0499 14971 9597 19295 28372 14847 1892Black-belliedwhistling duckFulvous whistlingduckMallardMottled duckGadwallNorthern pintailGreen-winged tealBlue-winged tealCinnamon tealAmerican wigeonNorthern shovelerWood duckRedheadRing-necked duckCanvasbackLesser scaupBuffleheadCommon goldeneyeRuddy duckHooded merganserRedbreastedmerganserUnidentified ducksUnidentified teal0 47 205 316 7410 22 23 98 410 2 0 8 0160 833 130 322 960 0 0 36 8300 904 0 22 2400 74 8 1060 69950 1517 529 19378 92521 0 0 0 011 540 0 294 26925 0 1 22 00 0 0 0 120 0 0 1 00 0 0 2 00 0 0 0 00 5 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 0 2 30 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 00 0 112 185 130 0 0 0 30066 409 0 237 157 815 88 3180 0 0 1 8 100 0 11 0 6 0 0 26 0 2 002200017000400000040002700017000000000000043 70 32 26 69 4 5147 925 141 278 317 58 6715 151 78 2890 543 90 27153 2638 13 697 15 11 18615 3296 151 2376 709 38 532 43 322 8396 377 223 840 5 0 2,0 0 043 154 457 3423 1958 251 4831 69 12 55 47 133 180 9 3 3 0 0 120 7 36 12 7 0 11250 96 43 679 242 134 4175 11 110 453 543 20 91 57 223 207 148 155 14162 3 1 3 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 02 25 81 582 189 49 133 1 8 0 0 0 00 0 0 1 0 0 40 545 112 66 62 90 180 0 0 0 0 11 036 248 87 45 16 170 19110 404 159 163 86 113 223 209 301 1337 84 14 472 267 61 299 60 85 2826 3576 230 1353 169 191 93 7 31 775 72 102 60 1 1 12 0 2 05 390 1304 2225 373 2 1025 128 123 229 52 32 00 9 0 1 9 0 00 6 1 8 4 0 0128 150 1 60 52 250 1762 151 1041 1118 725 1 030 3 11 22 190 33 3842 0 0 1 3 0 00 0 1 2 0 1 012 12 62 109 64 5 32 7 0 15 2 4 00 0 2 0 0 2 00 525 53 101 71 82 300 0 3 0 0 40 007 00 0TOTAL DUCKS 1847 3944 1008 21746 10806 12084 1512 8123 1929 20655 6308 1867 1768 1262 6330 3629 8716 2120 1449 66584 1727 9173 2886 20900 6901 1968 3128 1761 21301 13226 28011 30492 16269 2557TOTALS1919 3950 1020 21749 10823 120a Population estimates consist of the highest of five consecutive daily counts in each month,b See American Ornithologist's Union (1983) for scientific names.9S In addition to ducks and geese, 23 other waterfowl specieswere included in the monthly surveys at the STP reservoir (Table8). The Cormorant spp. was the most abundant species (287 seenin December), followed by the Anhinga (169 in October) and theGreat blue heron (111 in October).In general, species which require shallow water habitat,aquatic vegetation, and woody vegetation have declined inabundance since 1984 (Table 8). Examples of this are the Commongallinule, Purple gallinule, American coot and Pied-billed grebe.Waterfowl species which thrive in open water and non-vegetatedshorelines have maintained or increased their population numberssince 1983. Examples are the Great blue heron and Cormorant spp.This shift in populations can be attributed to the rise of thewater level within the reservoir. This trend will probablystabilize now that operational levels have been reached.Biologists from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Departmentannually survey set transects to assess the duck and goosepopulations in Texas. The goose survey was conducted during theperiod December 14-17, 1987, and the duck survey during theperiod January 11-13, 1988 (Lobpries 1988).Total geese for the 1987-88 survey was 700,300 (Table 9).This represents the lowest total in the six year period reported.The decline is in all three species of geese. The Snow goose andWhite-fronted goose totals represent an all time low in thesurvey of 584,200 and 65,000 respectively. Only in the 1982-83survey was the Canada goose total lower than the 51,100 reportedin the 1987-88 survey.Total ducks for the 1987-88 survey was 1,644,200 (Table 9).This total is significantly higher than the 1986-87 total of972,400, and is the highest total recorded in the last six yearsof the survey. Northern pintails and Green-winged teal were atpeak levels, accounting for almost 80% of the total duck survey.Bald Eagle SurveyA reliable source reported the sighting of one mature baldeagle on the STP site near the blowdown canal (Fig. 2) in April1988. This was the only observation of a bald eagle on the sitein 1988.During January, February and March 1988, the Texas Parks andWildlife Department conducted its annual bald eagle nest survey(Mabie 1988). Of 20 active nests in Texas, 16 were found in areaC, the counties surrounding the STP site (Figure 4). Ten of the16 active nests fledged 15 young. This figure compares favorablywith 1987, when 18 young were fledged (Mabie 1987), and isslightly less than the 1986 total of 22 (Mabie 1986).17 aTABLE 8. Minimum waterfowl (other than ducks and geese) population estimates on the STP coolingreservoir during October, November and December,1983-1987bSPECIESOCTOBERNOVEMBERDECEMBER1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987Pied-bill grebeEared grebeHorned grebeWestern grebeWhite pelicanCormorant spp.AnhingaGreat blue heronGreen heronLittle blue heron0 Great egretSnowy egretLouisiana heronBlack-crownednight heronYellow-crownednight heronAmerican bitternWhite-faced ibisWhite ibisRoseate spoonbillSandhill cranePurple gallinuleCommon gallinuleAmerican coot3561100061791221286017456184010040187981962196161580000571169501536818275000083971073160161014135000090169i1103299253903013030510601248277111811161010018393046414137380070033988883623402931114117272850151i703000015412103023103038710920198517889044613161426630381030612285053811628701129034247666021323431302013425231030205192000172872100011142024 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 3 0 0262146345520890813634676818238210380727013452000211022020207505812063142740235174073589.2178120393529027100052701020006705306016642901009022492604057022034075023000115019201000156429 24926 2034 uS 15a Population estimates consist of fiveconsecutive daily counts in each month.b See American Ornithologists' Union (1983) for scientific names.I~ i0 I-,aTABLE 9. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department midwinter duck and goose inventoryalong the Upper Texas Coast, 1982-83 thru 1987-88bSPECIES 1982-83 1983-84 1984-85 1985-86 1986-87 1987-88Canada goose 31,400 93,300 62,600 110,300 64,150 51,100Snow goose 765,800 778,400 895,600 746,200 771,000 584,200White-fronted goose 96,600 128,000 138,900 89,000 161,850 65,000TOTAL GEESE 893,800 999,700 1,097,100 945,500 997,100 700,300Mottled Duck 38,200 50,500 32,100 42,100 33,150 27,100Mallard 29,200 52,000 17,300 40,000 19,800 64,500Northern pintail 199,600 446,600 438,400 230,600 300,350 596,600Gadwall 124,700 145,700 110,200 78,600 93,200 65,300American wigeon 31,400 40,800 8,900 13,900 11,200 12,500Green-winged teal 172,000 213,500 239,300 200,400 363,400 708,000Blue-winged teal 1,200 2,000 12,300 3,900 2,450 2,600Northern shoveler 70,400 44,900 45,700 63,200 63,850 99,200Wood duck 900 0 2,600 0 250 300Whistling duck 3,300 _0 0 3,900 0 0Lesser scaup 11,300 12,400 49,100 27,800 18,550 34,300Redhead 25,400 1,200 2,300 900 40,700 4,700Canvasback 80,100 53,200 6,000 25,200 7,750 11,600Ring-necked duck 1,400 33,000 5,800 8,800 4,600 12,600Ruddy duck 5,500 19,.900 9,600 5,300 11,800 2,700Bufflehead 300 100 1,200 700 450 1,400Common goldeneye 0 100 100 100 900 800Unidentified ducks 32,400 15,700 2,300 2,000 0 0TOTAL DUCKS 827,300 1,131,600 983,200 751,900 972,400 1,644,200TOTAL WATERFOWL 1,721,100 2,131,600 2,080,300 1,697,400 1,969,500 2,344,500a D.S. Lobpries, TPWD; unpublished data.b See American Ornithologists' Union (1983)for scientific names. AREA CFORT SENDBAOIAGOLIAD 'BEE RIEFUGIOSA ARICINUECES ,AFIGURE 4. Number of known active bald eagle nests in TPWD survey area C, 1987(Mabie, 1987).20 SUMMARYPopulation levels of alligators, white-tailed deer, waterfowl and baldeagles were monitored on the STP site to detect any changes that might beattributed to operational activities. Field studies were conducted betweenlate September 1987 and May 1988.The alligator population on the STP site continues to decline. Only53 alligators were counted in 1988, compared to 69 in 1987, and 94 in 1986.It appears that the main cause for the decline is the elimination ofsuitable habitat within the main cooling reservoir. The population shouldbegin to stabilize now that water has reached operational levels in themain cooling reservoir.A maximum of 29 deer were seen in 1987. The deer population wasrelatively stable during the previous 3 survey periods, but constructionactivities on the Blowdown transect during the 1987 survey resulted in aslight population decline. When construction activity is completed thedeer population should stabilize at previous levels. Adult does accountedfor 63% of the deer population, bucks 17%, yearlings 19% and unknown 1%.In the 1987 survey, 84 ducks were observed in October, 1,768 inNovember, and 665 in December. The most abundant duck in October was theBlack-bellied whistling duck. In November and December the most abundantduck was the Lesser scaup. Total numbers of ducks and species diversityhave declined since their peak in 1984.Geese were most abundant in the month of December. Snow geese werethe most abundant species with 1,656 individuals observed. Goose counts onthe site were at their lowest levels since 1981, which corresponds to TPWDcounts in Texas Coastal Zones.Of the 23 species of waterfowl other than ducks and geese, theCormorant spp. was the most abundant species (287 seen in December),followed by the Anhinga (169 in October) and the Great blue heron (111 inOctober).Reservoir fill operations in late summer and early fall of 1985inundated prime waterfowl habitat. This appears to be the major factor forthe recent decline in waterfowl population numbers and species diversity.As the lake level has risen, there has been a decline in the numbers ofdabbling ducks (e.g. Galdwall, Northern pintail and American wigeon) and anincrease in the number of diving ducks (e.g. Lesser scaup and Ring-neckedducks). Populations should begin to stabilize now that the reservoir waterlevel is at the operation design level.One bald eagle was observed on the STP site in 1987. In countiessurrounding the STP site, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department recorded16 active nests. The total number of fledgling eagles was 15, which wasslightly lower than the 18 fledged in 1987.21 LITERATURE CITEDAmerican Ornithologists' Union. 1983. Check-list of North American birds,6th edition. A.O.U., New York. 691 pp.Baker, W. B. Jr., D. C. McAden and G. N. Greene. 1986. Special EcologicalStudies for the South Texas Project, Matagotda County, Texas (1984-1985).Houston Lighting & Power Co., Environmental Protection Dept., Ecology Div.,Houston, TX. 29 pp.and G. N. Greene. 1988. Special Ecological Studies for theSouth Texas Project, Matagorda County, Texas (1987-1988). Houston Lightingand Power Co., Environmental Dept., Water and Ecological Resources Div.,Houston, TX. 28 pp.Chabreck, R.H. 1966. Methods of determining the size and composition ofalligator populations in Louisiana. Proc. Southeastern Assoc. Game andFish Commissioners Conf. 20:105-112.Davis, C.E. 1982. 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Endangered and threatened wildlife and plants; finalrule to change the status of the American alligator in the State of Texas.48(198):46332-46336.Gould, F.W. 1975. Texas plants: a checklist and ecological summary. TexasAgric. Exp. Stn. MP-585/Rev. 121 pp.Greene, G.N., D.C. McAden and W.B. Baker, Jr. 1985. Special ecologicalstudies for the South Texas Project, Matagorda County, Texas (1983-1984).Houston Lighting & Power Co., Environmental Protection Dept., Ecology Div.,Houston, TX. 28 pp.22 , and 1987. Special ecologicalstudies for the South Texas Project, Matagorda County, Texas (1985-1986).Houston Lighting & Power Co., Environmental Dept., Water and EcologicalResources Div., Houston, TX. 29 pp.Joanen, T. and L. McNease. 1975. Notes on the reproductive biology andcaptive propagation of the American alligator. Proc. Southeastern Assoc.Game and Fish Commissioners Conf. 29:407-414.Leavens, W.R., C.E. Davis and M.D. Springer. 1981. Special ecological studiesfor the South Texas Project: Matagorda County, Texas 1981-1982. Reportsubmitted to Houston Lighting & Power Co. by LGL Ecological ResearchAssociates, Inc., Bryan, TX. 26 pp.Lobpries,D.S. 1988. TPWD, unpublished data.Mabie, D.W.No. 30,Austin,No. 30,Austin,No. 30,Austin,1986.FederalTX. 101987.FederalTX. 111988.FederalTX. 11Nongame wildlife investigations: bald eagle survey. JobAid Proj. No. W-103-R-16. Texas Parks and Wildl. Dept.,pP.Nongame wildlife investigations: bald eagle survey. JobAid Proj. No. W-103-R-17. Texas Parks and Wildl. Dept.,pp.Nongame wildlife investigations: bald eagle survey. JobAid Proj. No. W-103-R-18. Texas Parks and Wildl. Dept.,pp.Nichols, J.D., L. Viehman, R.H. Chabreck and B. Fenderson. 1976. Simulationof a commercially harvested alligator population in Louisiana. La. Agric.Exp. Stn. Bull. No. 691. 59 pp.Springer, M.D. 1980.Matagorda County,by LGL EcologicalSpecial ecological studies for the South Texas Project,Texas. Report submitted to Houston Lighting & Power Co.Research Associates, Inc., Bryan, TX. 23 pp.23 APPENDIX TABLESC.24 APPENDIX TABLE I.Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongSTP makeup right-of-way, 1987theDATE TIME OF DAY BUCKS DOES YEARLINGS UNKNOWN TOTALSeptember27282930October1November23456December678910PMAMPMAMPMPMAMPMAMAMPMAMPMAMPM31583353272326655837112131221339341123422411107825 APPENDIX TABLE II. Daily counts of white-tailed deer alongSTP blowdown canal, 1987the(1.DATE TIME OF DAY BUCKS DOES YEARLINGS UNKNOWN TOTALSeptember282930October12November12345December7891011PMAMPMAMAMPMAMPMAMPMPMAMPMAMAM32532246483912119715413265 1No Observation -2 14863Fog83144171242512No Observation -9 3Fog026 APPENDIX TABLEIII. Daily counts of white-tailed deer adjacentto the woodland area at the STP, 1987DATE TIME OF DAY BUCKS DOES YEARLINGS UNKNOWN TOTALSeptember27282829293030October112November1223344556December6778899101011PMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAMPMAM133151137771212416181261414011112.14424 2No Observation -Fog1 21315531741405050800601144314No Observation -Fog4 1127 APPENDIX TABLE IV. Daily counts of white-tailed deer seen during 0waterfowl surveys at the STP reservoir, 1987DATE BUCKS DOES YEARLINGS TOTALSeptember282930October1 2 22November23456December7891128 AQ-8. Ducks Unlimited and HPLC. 1996. Wetland Development Agreement forthe Texas Prairie Wetland Project, Gulf Coast Joint Venture, betweenDucks Unlimited, Inc., and Houston Lighting & Power Co. October 23,1996. 12 p. [In Terrestrial Ecology section of STP NRC EnvironmentalAudit Binder] WETLAND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTTEXAS PRAIRIE WETILAND PROJECTGULF COAST JOINT VENTUREThis Agreement is made this 23 day of October , 1996between Ducks Unlimited, Inc., a not for profit corporationorganized under the laws of the District of Columbia with itsaddress at 101 Business Park Drive, Suite D, Jackson,Mississippi 39213(hereinafter "DU") and Houston Lighting and Power Company,acting as Project Manager of the South Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station on behalf of all Participants therein underthe South Texas Project Participation Agreement executed as ofJuly 1, 1973, as amended.an individual with its address at P.O. Box 1700, Houston, Texas77251, Phone: (713)945-8,213(hereinafter "Cooperator").WHEREAS, DU is a member and representative of the Gulf CoastJoint Venture;WHEREAS, as part of its purpose, the Gulf Coast Joint Ventureseeks to develop private lands for wildlife management, pursuantto the Texas Prairie Wetlands Project , by encouraging themanagement of harvested croplands, waterfowl food plots, moistsoil areas, forested wetlands and other natural wetland, by theirowners, to provide habitat for waterfowl and other migratorybirds and other wildlife;WHEREAS, Cooperator owns certain land, described in Exhibit A ofthis Agreement, and wishes to develop a portion of that land forwildlife management purposes listed above pursuant to the TexasPrairie Wetlands Project.NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual premises listedherein the parties agree as follows:
- 1. Cooperator agrees to undertake those wildlife developmentactivities listed in Exhibit B of this Agreement(hereinafter "Improvements") on his property at the locationspecified therein (hereinafter "site") within 2months of the date of this Agreement.2. DU agrees to provide the materials detailed in Exhibit Bhaving a value equal to N/A Dollars($ N/A .3. Upon completion of the Improvements, DU agrees to reimburseto the Cooperator an amount equal to fifteen thousandDollars ($15,000.00) or one hundred percent (100%) of thecost of the Improvements, whichev-er is less. Only thosecosts, or the portion thereof, for the Improvements listedin Exhibit B will be subject to reimbursement. The amountof reimbursement due the cooperator shall be reduced by theamount of the value of materials supplied by DU pursuant toparagraph two (2) of this agreement. Completion of theImprovements shall be deemed to have occurred when theconstruction of the Improvements has been completed and DUhas inspected and accepted such construction as being incompliance with the Improvements listed in Exhibit B.4. Cooperator shall be solely responsible for the :Site andimprovements. Nothing in this Agreement shall give DU anyjurisdiction or responsibility for the Site andImprovements, other than the right of inspection from timeto time to assure compliance with this Agreement.Cooperator shall be solely responsible for all liabilityarising from the Site and Improvements. DU and the partnersof the Gulf Coast Joint Venture shall not be responsible forany liability arising from the Site and Improvements.5. Cooperator shall comply with terms of the management planlisted in Exhibit C of this Agreement (hereinafter"Management Plan") and the special. provisions listed inExhibit D of this Agreement (hereinafter "SpecialProvisions") .6. Cooperator shall be responsible for all maintenance of theSite and Improvements.7. The Cooperator is responsible for obtaining and shall obtainall necessary and required permits for the construction andmaintenance of the Improvements.2
- 8. During the term of this Agreement, Cooperator shall permitDU or its representatives the right of access to the Sitefor inspection purposes. DU's employees, officers, agents,representatives, invites, permittees, shall enter uponCooperator's property at their own risk and Cooperator in noway warrants the condition of the property subject to thisAgreement. Cooperator assumes no responsibility orliability whatsoever by reason of granting this permit toDU, and DU assumes the risk of personal employee injury(including death) and property damage when upon Cooperator'sproperty, including for any latent or patent defects in theproperty.9. The Cooperator warrants and guarantees that it is the ownerof the Site and has all required authority to enter intothis Agreement and comply with its terms.10. This Agreement shall be effective on the date listed aboveand shall remain in effect until 15 years fromthat date.11. Cooperator shall be in breach of this Agreement ifCooperator:A. does not maintain the Improvements in compliancewith the Management Plan;B. does not comply with the Special Provisions;C. sells or transfers the Site and does not assignthis Agreement to the new owners; orD. breaches any other term of this Agreement.If Cooperator is in breach of this Agreement, DU may, uponthirty (30) days prior written notice to Cooperator,terminate this Agreement unless Cooperator within suchnotice period remedies the breach. If the Agreement isterminated due to a Cooperator's breach of the Agreement,Cooperator agrees to reimburse DU an amount equal to 100percent divided by the length of this Agreement times eachyear remaining in this Agreement (for a 10 year agreementwith 5 years remaining: 100/10 X 5=50% of the amountspecified in item three (3) of this agreement).12. DU may, upon at least sixty (60) days prior written noticeto Cooperator, assign this Agreement to the Texas Parks andWildlife Department if DU ceases to be a partner of theTexas Prairie Wetlands Project.
- 13. Notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall 0deemed to be given when mailed by certified mail returnreceipt requested or hand delivered to the address of theparty to whom the notice is intended at the address listedabove or at such other address as that party may specifyfrom time to time.(0A Agreed and accepted:COOPERATOR DATE(Signature)Social Security or Taxpayer ID #: .... LoBY:TITLE:A /ý,ýTHE TEXAS PRAIRIE S PROJECT IS JOINTLY FUNDED ANDDELIVERED BY: DUC tNL ITED, INC.; U.S. FISH & WILDLIFESERVICE, TEXASP & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT, AND USDA NATURALRESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE5 EXHIBIT APROPERTY DESCRIPTIONLEGAL DESCRIPTION: attach a state county map highlightingproperty boundaries and nearest town; using ASCS field map(preferred) or quadrangle map highlight project area to beflooded and show location of water control structures to beinstalled and/or levee to be constructed.Quadrangle Map Name: Blessing SE, Tex.Project location: (at center of property)Latitude: Longitude:County and state where project is located:Matagorda Co. / TexasLegal Description: Approximately 12,228.184 acres of land locatedin the John Raney Survey, Abstract 80, C.H. Vander-veer Survey,Abstract 95, Abram Sheppard Survey, Abstract 383, Fred S. RobbinsSurvey, Abstract 523, and the William Selkirk Survey, Abstract87, all in Matagorda County, Texas.GENERAL DIRECTIONS TO PROPERTY (proximity to nearest town, majorroads, etc suitable for locating the property)From Bay City, Texas take State Highway 60 south. Travelapproximately 9 miles, then take F.M. 521 west, just south ofWadsworth, Texas. Continue on F.M. 521 approximately 8 miles toSouth Texas Nuclear Power Plant. Project sites are located southof F.M. 521.6 EXHIBIT BIMPROVEMENTSThe Cooperator (landowner) agrees to provide project land ofapproximately 110 acres and to perform and/or provide theconstruction related wildlife habitat developments listed in thisExhibit.The Cooperator shall provide and/or perform the followingimprovement related wildlife habitat development activities:Unit 1: Construct/Repair 2,670' (1,273 yds3) levee with 4'crown and 4:1 side slopes from station 29+30 -56+00.Purchase and install one 18"x30' aluminum pipe equippedwith 18"x3' aluminum flash-board riser and tongue &groove flash-boards.Cost / Value = $3,606.801,273 yds3 @ $1/yds3 = $1,273.00site preparation/clear vegetation = $1,361.10(1) 18"1x30' aluminum pipe @ $13.53/L.F. $405.90(1) 18"x3' aluminum flash-board riser = $283.30(1) set tongue & groove flash-boards with pins = $58.50installation 5hrs./structure @ $45/hr. = $225.00Unit 2: Construct/Repair 2,083' (2,085 yds3) levee with 4'crown and 4:1 side slopes from station 39+68 -60+51.Purchase and install one 21"x30' aluminum pipe equippedwith 21"x4' aluminum flash-board riser and tongue &groove flash-boards..Cost / Value = $4,623.602,085 yds3 @ $1/yds3 = $2,085.00site preparation/clear vegetation = $1,361.10(1) 21"x30' aluminum pipe @ $15.76/L.F. = $472.80(1) 21"x4' aluminum flash-board riser $389.70(1) set tongue groove flash-boards with pins = $90.00installation 5hrs./structure @ $45/hr. = $225.00Unit 3: Construct/Repair 4,846' (4,231 yds3) levee with 4'crown and 4:1 side slopes from station 17+54 -66+00.Purchase and install one 21"x30' aluminum pipe equippedwith 21"x4' aluminum flash-board riser and tongue &groove flash-boards.Cost / Value = $6,769.607 4,231 yds3 @ $1/yds' = $4,231.00site preparation/clear vegetation = $1,361.10(1) 21"x30' aluminum pipe @ $15.76/L.F. = $472.80(1) 21"x4' aluminum flash-board riser $389.70 C.(1) set tongue & groove flash-boards with pins = $90.00installation 5hrs./structure @ $45/hr. = $225.00Pursuant to Paragraph 2 of this agreement, the followingmaterials will be supplied by DU:N/A8 EXHIBIT B cont.The project includes the following habitat types/acres:Unit 1: MSPL / 18 Unit 4: /Unit 2: MSPL / 46 Unit 5: /Unit 3: MSPL / 46 Unit 6: /The total value of improvements listed in Exhibit B = $15,000.009 EXHIBIT CMANAGEMENT PLANTo help ensure that waterfowl receive the maximum benefits fromthe project, disturbance in and around project sites should bekept to a minimum during the winter season. It is recommendedthat hunting of each management unit be restricted to no morethan three (3) mornings per week.The Cooperator shall provide and/or perform the followingimprovement related wildlife habitat development activities:Units 1, 2, & 3 collectively comprise 110 acres of farmland thathas been taken out of agricultural production. The units will bedeveloped and managed to provide seasonal/semi-permanent wetlandhabitat for wintering migratory waterfowl, and other wetlanddependent wildlife.The units will be managed for the production of native moist soilvegetation, with a water depth averaging from 6"-18". Floodingof the impoundments should begin with the installation of someflash boards by August 15 or as soon as moist soil plants havebecome well established. All flashboards should be installed upto the designed maximum water level by November 1. TheCooperator agrees to "guarantee" 55 acres of surface water (bypumping or purchase from irrigation canal) if runoff conditionshave not provided same by November 1 of each year.The impoundments should remain flooded until at least March 1each year to provide habitat for waterfowl during the springmigration. A slow annual drawdown (over a 2-4 week period) atthis time will allow revegetation of valuable seed producingannual moist soil plants. If inundation of the impoundments doesnot interfere with spring/summer land use operations, annualdrawdown could be postponed as late as June 1. Late seasondrawdowns should be staggered and rotated annually for all unitsbetween the months of May and June. This type of late seasondrawdown will provide valuable brooding habitat for nestingmottled ducks and whistling ducks, encourage plant/habitatdiversity, and reduce mowing expenses.In some years (every 3-4), it may be necessary to lightly disc,shred, or burn the impoundment if undesirable plants (eg. senabean, and cattail) become dominant. This soil disturbance willset back plant succession and encourage the production of moredesirable waterfowl foods. All flashboards should be installedafter these moist soil plants have germinated and become firmlyestablished (typically by November 1).10 If vegetation within the project site is overly dense, it may benecessary to create several open areas by shredding, rolling, orlightly discing the vegetation. This will provide open waterareas to allow waterfowl access into the impoundments. However,if waterfowl will be hunted on the sites it is advised to consultcurrent federal "baiting" regulations for compliance before thehabitat is mechanically manipulated.Undesirable woody vegetation and rank wetland plants such ascattails should be controlled throughout the site. Mowing ofwoody vegetation on levees and within the impoundments shouldprevent more difficult control problems with larger trees andshrubs in the future.Impoundments with newly constructed levees should not be filledto capacity immediately following completion. The-slopes ofthese levees need to settle and vegetate to resist shorelineerosion. At no time should impoundments be held above designcapacity which provides at least 12" of freeboard to the tops oflevees.The Project Initiator and/or other Texas Prairie Wetland Projectrepresentatives shall periodically provide technical assistancefor the beneficial management of the wetland habitat developedunder this agreement. The Project Initiator is Ed Ritter (TexasProject Biologist for Ducks Unlimited Inc.) in Rosenberg, Texas;Phone: (713)341-7968.Ii
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4q- ýEcological Survey Report -HabitatAssessmentUnit 3 and 4 Licensing ProjectSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station,Wadsworth, TexasENSR CorporationJune 2008ENSR AECOMI Prepared for:STP Nuclear Operating CompanyWadsworth, TexasEcological Survey Report -HabitatAssessmentUnit 3 and 4 Licensing ProjectSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station,Wadsworth, TexasPrepared By Kurtis K. SchlichtReviewed By Robert D. CarpenterENSR CorporationJune 2008ENSR AECOML Contents1.0 Intro d u ctio n ............................................................................................................................................... 1-11.1 P roject and S ite D escription ........................................................................................................... 1-12.0 M ethod s ..................................................................................................................................................... 2-13 .0 R esu lts ....................................................................................................................................................... 3-13 .1 H a b ita t D e scriptio n s ........................................................................................................................ 3 -13 .2 B ird D a ta .......................................................................................................................................... 3 -33 .3 H a b ita t U s e ...................................................................................................................................... 3 -44.0 Summary and Conclusions .................................................................................................................... 4-15.0 R eferences ................................................................................................................................................ 5-15 .1 R efe rence D ocum ents .................................................................................................................... 5-1List of TablesTable 1 Habitat/Land use assemblages at STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas ElectricGenerating Station, Matagorda County, Texas.Table 2 Summary of bird species by habitat type associated with the Mad Island Christmas Bird Counts atthe STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project Electric Generating Station, 1993-2007.Table 3 Summary of relative important species and their associated habitats at the STP Nuclear OperatingCompany's South Texas Project Electric Generating Station.List of FiguresFigure 1 Project Location Map.Figure 2 STP Nuclear Operating Company site plan layout.Figure 3 Habitat and Land Use Map.Figure 4 Total number of species documented annually in the STP Christmas Bird Count Surveys 1993-2007.Figure 5 Total number of birds documented in the STP Christmas Bird Count Surveys 1993-2007.Figure 6 Percent composition of bird species comprising >1% in the STP Christmas Bird Count, 1993-2007.Figure 7 Total number of waterfowl documented in the STP Christmas Bird Count Surveys 1993-2007.Figure 8 Percent composition of waterfowl species comprising > 1% in the STP Christmas Bird CountSurveys 1993-2007.Habitat Report DocumentJune 2008 1.0 IntroductionThis report summarizes the results of ENSR's habitat assessment completed for STP Nuclear OperatingCompany's (STPNOC) proposed Unit 3 and 4 Combined Operating License (COL) application. The proposedProject is located at the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STPEGS) in Matagorda County,Texas, Figure 1. The scope of work included conducting an analysis of current and historic mapping andbiological data using Geographic Information System (GIS) data sets and data collected during onsite wetlanddelineations surveys, threatened and endangered species surveys, and routine site visits. In addition to thehabitat assessment, this report provides a summary of bird species and relative important species (RIS)associated with the documented habitats within the STPEGS property. Data in this report will be used tosupplement information in the Environmental Report for the COL application.1.1 Project and Site DescriptionSTPNOC is currently proposing to license, construct, and operate two additional generating units (Units 3 and4) at its STPEGS facility located on FM 521 approximately 8 miles west of Wadsworth, Texas. The STPEGSproperty currently consists of approximately 12,220 acres of land located adjacent to the Colorado River,Figure 1. The geographical and ecological region associated with the facility is referred to as the coastalplains, which historically was comprised of tall grass prairies, open grasslands, and bottomland habitat areasnear creeks and rivers. The current setting and habitat of the region consists almost entirely of agriculturalfarmland, pastureland, and bottomlands. The plant property is currently occupied by approximately 7,346acres of existing plant facilities which include an approximate 7,000-acre Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR), 300acres for the existing Units 1 and 2 and associated buildings and warehouses, and 46 acres for the EssentialCooling Pond. The remaining property (approximately 4,874 acres) is comprised of undeveloped lands thatinclude bottomland habitat, leased agriculture/pastureland, managed wetlands, scrub shrub and mix habitats.A detailed description of habitat areas is provided in Section 3 of this report.The proposed construction of Units 3 and 4 will require the additional use of approximately 244 acres of land.Figure 2 provides an overview of the proposed project layout for each of the following components. Thecurrent project scope includes the following construction and operating activities for Units 3 and 4:* Construction and operation of Units 3 and 4;* Construction of a new switchyard;* Clearing and maintenance of additional storage and materials laydown yards;* Clearing and maintenance of a new heavy haul road;* Construction of a radioactive waste storage building;* Relocation and construction of the existing drainage ditch;* Construction of a concrete batch plant;* Clearing and maintenance of materials spoil area;* Construction of a new Cooling Water Intake Structure (CWIS) and discharge system; and* Clearing and maintenance of additional contractor and craft parking areas for the construction of Units3 and 4.Habitat Report Document 1-1 June 2008 2.0 MethodsThe following section describes methods implemented by ENSR's biologists for completing the habitatassessment and summarization of bird species and relatively important species (RIS) at STPEGS. Data inthis report were compiled using available GIS data, data collected during onsite wetland delineations,threatened and endangered species surveys, Christmas Bird Counts, and routine site visits from 2006 through2008. GIS data sets were compiled using available data from the following sources:" U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5-minute Topographic Quadrangle Maps;* U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) Maps;" Aerial Photographs (1974 and 2004);* Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Soil Surveys for Matagorda County, Texas; and* Texas General Land Office (GLO) Land Use Classification Data.GIS data were then incorporated into ArcGIS programs to create a geo-referenced base map for the property,Acreages were calculated by assigning GIS polygons to each of the different habitats by interpreting changesin vegetation and land use. These calculations are considered approximations or estimates of the acreagebased on aerial coverage of each polygon. Identified features in the GIS data set were then field verifiedduring routine site visits to document actual habitat types.Field surveys were conducted in conjunction with the wetland delineations and threatened and endangeredspecies surveys which occurred in December 2006, February 2007, and April 2008. Pedestrian surveys wereperformed by walking transects spaced 200 ft apart in areas where vegetative cover had distinct changes and500 feet apart in areas where vegetation remained similar. Data from these surveys were compiled intoindividual reports and submitted to the Habitat Assessment Branch of the Texas Parks and WildlifeDepartment (TPWD) in March 2007 and then to the TPWD Resource Protection and U.S. Fish and WildlifeService in December of 2007 (ENSR 2007). Habitats documented during these surveys were used to developa habitat map for the STPNOC property, Figure 3. Upon completion of the habitat map, areas were furthersurveyed by ENSR, NRG biologists, and a biologist from the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)to verify vegetative communities within the construction areas of the project.Data from the STP Section of the Audubon Society Mad Island Christmas Bird Counts, 1993-2007, were usedfor the bird evaluation. Data were summarized on an annual basis to determine yearly trends in speciesrichness and relative abundance. Bird counts at the STPEGS facility were collected from multiple locationsassociated with each of the different habitats. Documented species were grouped based on their knownhabitat assemblages and then categorized according to those habitats documented at STPEGS to identify keyareas associated with the project.A qualitative assessment of wildlife species at the STPEGS facility was completed by documenting wildlifespecies during multiple field activities conducted from 2006 to 2007(ENSR 2007). Emphasis was placed ondocumenting relative important species and their known habitats. Relative important species include thosespecies that belong to any of the following groups:* Those species listed as state or federal threatened and endangered species;* Species proposed for listing as a threatened and endangered or is a candidate for listing;* Commercially or recreationally valuable species;" Species that are critical to the structure and function of local terrestrial ecosystems; andHabitat Report Document2-1June 2008
- Species that may serve as biological indicators to monitor the effects of the proposed facilities on theterrestrial environment.During the initial licensing phase for Units 1 and 2 (1974-1987) species considered as "important" included thewhitetail deer, American alligator, bald eagle, and all waterfowl.Habitat Report Document/-4June 2008 3.0 ResultsThe results of the habitat assessment for the proposed Unit 3 and 4 licensing project are presented in thefollowing sections. Descriptions of habitat types and vegetation communities are discussed. Table 1 providesa summary of the habitat types, vegetation communities, and acreages for each identified community withinthe STPEGS facility and provides an overview of the habitats that will potentially be impacted by the project.3.1 Habitat DescriptionsFourteen habitats types were documented within the STPEGS property. Figure 3 illustrates the locations ofeach of the identified habitats and provides a summary of the potential habitat impacts. The documentedhabitat types include:1. Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR);2. Bottomland;3. Scrub Shrub;4. Maintained and disturbed areas;5. Forested communities;6. Forested/mixed pastureland/leased land;7. Mixed grass communities;8. Wetlands;9. Existing facilities;10. Unit 1 & 2 construction spoil area;11. Essential Cooling Pond (ECP);12. Reservoir levee system;13. Dredge materials disposal area; and14. Leased agricultural land.Main Cooling Reservoir and Essential Cooling PondThe MCR is an approximately 7,000-acre reservoir originally designed to provide closed cycle cooling for fourgenerating units. Make-up water for the reservoir is pumped from the Reservoir Make-up Pumping Facility(RMPF) approximately 1 mile from the Colorado River to the MCR. The MCR is a perched system constructedof earthen levees covered by grasses on the outside slopes and sandcrete on the inside slopes. There are aseries of levees inside the MCR which lengthen the flow path, providing extended circulation and cooling of thewater. The MCR is designed to handle a capacity of 49 ft MSL; however, it is currently maintained at a waterlevel .of 47 ft MSL. Water depth in the MCR averages 25 ft with the exception of a few deep holes that reach35 ft. These deep holes are associated with soil borrow areas used in the construction of the levees. Salinityin the reservoir remains constant at approximately 1.6 ppt. Fishery studies conducted on the MCR indicatethat both freshwater species and saltwater species are present (ENSR MS). There is little to no natural habitatwithin the MCR and any areas considered habitat are confined to the steep levee shorelines and the areasassociated with the cooling water intake structure.Habitat Report Document3-1June 2008 The Essential Cooling Pond (ECP) is a 46-acre perched pond designed to supply water to cool crucial plantcomponents. The pond is constructed of earthen levees covered by grasses on the outside slopes andsandcrete on the inside slopes providing a hard substrate surface. The ECP is considered openwater habitatand contains no natural structure. A fish study completed in 2002 indicated that the ECP supports a significantpopulation of sheepshead minnows, mosquito fish, and sailfin mollies. No large aquatic organisms such assunfishes or catfishes were documented.The MCR and ECP consist of both external and internal levees that are constructed of earthen materials coverby sandcrete on the inside slopes and grasses on the outside slopes. The internal levees for both areas arecovered entirely by sandcrete materials. The footprint of all the levees combined comprises approximately 759acres. The grasses on the outside of the levees consist primarily of angleton bluestem, King Ranch bluestem,dallisgrass, Bermuda grass, and perennial rye grass. These are mowed on a routine basis and provide limitedhabitat to wildlife. The shoreline around the MCR and ECP provides roosting and nesting habitat for a varietyof colonial shore birds.Bottomland and Forested HabitatsApproximately 1,176 acres of bottomland forest habitat exists along the eastern boundary of the STPEGSproperty. This habitat borders the Colorado River and is comprised of a mixture of trees, shrubs, and grasses.The dominant tree species include sugarberry/hackberry, pecan, cottonwood, water oak, live oak, Americanelm, willow, and Chinese tallow. Shrub species include yaupon, Chinese privet, McCartney Rose, andAmerican beautyberry. Grasses include woodoats, carpet grass, crab grass, broomsedge, and Bermudagrass. Vines include greenbriar, poison ivy, and southern dewberry.Three important components of the STPEGS facility are located within the bottomland area. These include theRMPF, the dredge materials disposal area, and the spillway/blowdown area. The RMPF is located in thenorthern portion of the bottomland area and occupies approximately 6 acres. The dredge materials disposalarea is a 133 acre area located just south of the RMPF. The area is used for the placement of dredgedmaterials from the RMPF and barge slip. The spillway/blowdown area consists of an approximate 1 mile long,man-made canal that is designed to provide emergency release of water from the MCR to the river.Additional forested communities are located on the east side of the property north of the heavy haul road andon the southeast section of the property between the MCR spillway and the Colorado River. The area north ofthe heavy haul road includes 53 acres of forested habitat that includes live oak, sugarberry/hackberry, andyaupon. This area surrounds Kelly Lake and extends north to FM 521. Just east of this section isapproximately 91 acres of forested/mixed pastureland habitat that is currently leased for cattle grazing. Treesin this area are comprised predominantly of sugarberry/hackberry with a few live oaks mixed throughout.Grasses in this area include Bermuda grass, carpet grass, crabgrass, smut grass, dallisgrass, and paspalumspp. The forested area near the spillway is a component of the bottomland habitat and contains similarspecies as described in the bottomland habitat.Scrub ShrubScrub shrub habitats dominate the western and northern portions of the property totaling 976 acres. The scrubshrub communities are comprised mostly of sea myrtle, goldenrod, ragweed, aster, southern dewberry,peppervine, sumpweed, and in some areas McCartney rose. Very few grass species are included in thishabitat primarily due to the dense coverage of the shrub vegetation. Grasses that are present includebroomsedge, bushy bluestem, paspalum spp., and bristle grass.Mixed GrassesApproximately 486 acres of the STPEGS property are comprised of predominantly mixed grass communities.These areas are located along the southern boundary of the MCR, north of the essential cooling pond (ECP),and two areas within the bottomland habitat. Grasses in all three areas are comprised predominately ofangleton bluestem, King Ranch bluestem, bristle grass, brownseed paspalum, vasey grass, smut grass, andBermuda grass. Part of the area north of the ECP includes several small disturbed areas with vegetation thatincludes goldenrod, aster, ragweed, and sumpweed.Habitat Report Document 3-2 June 2008 WetlandsWetland habitats located within the STPEGS property include Kelly Lake (34 acres), the managed wetlandsarea (110 acres), and delineated wetlands (11 acres). Kelly Lake is located on the northeast portion of theproperty and consists of open water areas surrounded by fringing wetland plants including cattails andarrowhead. The managed wetland area is located on the northern portion of the property along FM 521. Thisarea was developed in a partnership between STPNOC and Ducks Unlimited and various other agencies toprovide prairie wetland habitat for waterfowl and coastal wading birds. Delineated wetlands include 20 smallwetlands located in various locations around the property. Sixteen of the wetlands are less than 0.5 acres insize while the other four wetlands range from 0.63 acres up to 3.78 acres in size. None of the identifiedwetlands are associated with or have a significant nexus to waters of the U.S. Dominant wetland vegetationassociated with these wetlands includes: spikerush, cattail, water hyssop, knotgrass, bushy bluestem, seamyrtle, and rattlebox.Existing FacilitiesApproximately 300 acres of the STPEGS property is associated with the existing plant facilities for Units 1 and2. These facilities include the generating units, warehouses, storage yards, switchyard, intake structure,Nuclear Support Center (NSC) building and parking areas. Most of these areas are comprised of paved andcrushed rock surface areas that have some mixed grasses growing sporadically throughout the area. Anadditional component of the existing facilities includes the 41 acre Unit 1 and 2 construction spoil area locatedon the west side of the property. This area was used during the initial construction phase for stockpiling soils.The area is not currently being used and has established vegetative cover that includes grasses such asangleton bluestem, bushy bluestem, dallisgrass, and broomsedge. Other species present in the constructionspoil area include sea myrtle, sugarberry/hackberry, peppervine, and southern dewberry.Maintained and Disturbed AreasMaintained and disturbed habitats are associated with portions of the STPEGS that were used initially in theconstruction of Units I and 2. These areas consist of approximately 468 acres of land that are routinelymowed and the vegetation layers are kept less than 6 inches in height. Species include a dallisgrass,brownseed paspalum, carpet grass, Bermuda grass, crabgrass, King Ranch bluestem, plantain, muhly grass,poa, broomsedge, bushy bluestem, angleton bluestem, sumpweed, and clover.Leased Agricultural LandApproximately 536 acres of the STPEGS property is leased out for agricultural purposes. These lands arelocated north and west of FM 521 and are routinely used for growing cotton and soybean. Periodically thelands are changed from agricultural use over to cattle grazing. Habitat within these areas will vary during theyear due to the type of crop and frequency of growth and planting. The areas will provide vegetative coverduring growing season and open field habitat during the non-growing seasons.3.2 Bird DataThe annual Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count (CBC) is a volunteer effort conducted to take a census ofbirds across the western hemisphere. The Mad Island CBC is a single day event occurring between mid-December and early January, over a 15 mile area that includes Mad Island Marsh Preserve and also includesthe STPEGS facility. CBC data for STP has been collected over a 15 year period from 1993 through 2007.Species richness during this time period has remained relatively stable averaging 122 species and rangingfrom a low of 60 species in 1993 and a high of 142 in 2006, Figure 4. The low in 1993 was followed by anincrease to a 112 species in 1994 then followed by stable trend for the remainder of the survey years. Totalnumber of birds surveyed varies significantly from year to year, Figure 5. The lowest total of birds countedwas 1,274 in 1993 and the highest number of total birds was 8,630,645 in 2003. Number of individuals perspecies also varies significantly from year to year and ranges from 0 to as many as 700,000 for species suchas the red-winged black bird and the brown-headed cowbird. Red-winged black birds and the brown-headedcowbirds comprise 47% and 46% of the overall total birds counted for the entire period, Figure 6. These twospecies also account for the greatest variation in total number of birds for each of the years counted. ForHabitat Report Document 3-3 June 2008 example, 0 brown-headed cowbirds were counted in 1999, 2000, and 2001, twelve were counted in 2002, and Wthen a significant increase was documented in 2003, when a total count of 4,300,000 was recorded. A similartrend occurred for the red-winged blackbird, where low counts were recorded in 2000 at 1,950 birds,increasing to a high of 4,300,270 birds in 2003.A total of 28 waterfowl species have been documented annually during the Mad Island CBC. Annual countsfor waterfowl are highly variable with numbers ranging from a low of 442 birds in 1998 to a high of 19,906 in2004, Figure 7. Snow geese demonstrated the greatest variability from year to for all the species documented.The Snow goose, Cackling goose, and the Greater White-fronted goose represent the dominant species for allyears counted, Figure 8.3.3 Habitat UseRelatively important species and birds species documented during the CBC were grouped based on theirknown habitat associations and observations of these species on the STPEGS property. Five habitat groupswere designated including openwater, woodland, grasslands, shoreline, and scrub shrub. Table 2 provides asummary of those species found in each of the groups. Many species will be included in more than one groupdue to the overlap in habitat use. Openwater species include waterfowl such as ducks, geese, pelicans, andcormorants. Woodland species include those that commonly occur in habitats associated with forestcommunities such as the woodpeckers, flycatchers, vireos, bluejays, and wrens. Grasslands birds includethose species that commonly occur in open grassland areas such as the bobwhite quail, dove, vultures, andmany of the hawk species. Shoreline birds include species such as plovers, sandpipers, killdeer, stilts, terns,and egrets. Scrub shrub birds include the groove-billed ani and the pyrrhuloxia. Other common species listedfrom some of the other groups and associated with the scrub shrub include: the sparrows, wrens, dove,grackle, and cowbirds. The largest numbers of species are associated with woodlands and openwaterhabitats.Relative important species evaluated during this assessment included those species previously identifiedduring the initial licensing phase as well as those species considered to be commercially or recreationallyimportant. Table 3 provides a summary of these species and their associated habitats. Species consideredrelative important species based on their threatened and endangered or listed status were addressed as partof the threatened and endangered species review and included in a separate report (ENSR 2007).0Habitat Report Document3-4June 2008 4.0 Summary and ConclusionsThis document provides the results of ENSR's desktop review and field investigation for the proposedSTPNOC licensing project located in Matagorda County, Texas. A total of fourteen habitat types comprisingapproximately 12,220 acres of land were identified and verified within the STPEGS property. The largestcomponent of habitat consists of the 7,000-acre Main Cooling Reservoir which provides aquatic habitat for avariety of freshwater and saltwater species, as well as nesting and feeding habitat for waterfowl and shorebirds. The 1,176 acres of bottomlands provides the most diverse habitat located within the plant property.This area supports a variety of wildlife including whitetail deer, wild hogs, squirrels, raccoons, song birds, andmigratory birds. The scrub shrub habitat, maintained and disturbed areas, and the construction spoil area areconsidered low quality habitats. Vegetative communities present in each of these areas are comprised mostlyof weeds or invasive species that have characteristically low food and habitat values due to their lack of seedsand fruits and thick spatial coverage. Approximately 34 acres of the MCR (including the levee system) and87.5 acres of the scrub shrub habitat will be impacted, Figure 3.The forested communities, forested/mixed pastureland, and mixed grass lands provide a moderate to highquality habitat. These areas provide suitable food and cover essential for sustaining wildlife populations. Theforested and forested/mixed pastureland areas will not be impacted by the proposed project; however,approximately 7 acres of the mixed grass communities will be impacted.Wetland communities within the STPEGS property are considered low to high quality habitats. The managedprairie wetlands and the Kelly Lake wetland are considered high quality wetlands based on the diversity ofplant species present and the quantity of bird species and other wildlife that utilize the areas. The remainingwetlands are considered to be low quality wetlands based on the lack of plant species diversity, location ofwetlands within the overall habitat setting, and lack of extensive wetland functions. In addition, these wetlandsdo not appear to support any aquatic life. One small palustrine wetland totaling 0.17 acres located near whereUnit 3 will be located will be impacted by the project. The remaining 19 wetlands will not be impacted.The Essential Cooling Pond provides low aquatic habitat value, There is no natural habitat cover in the pondand aquatic life is limited to a few species of small fish including sheepshead minnows, mosquitofish, andsailfin mollies. However, the hard substrate surrounding the pond does provide good roosting habitat forshoreline birds. No impacts to the ECP are proposed.Habitats within the existing facilities and the maintained and disturbed areas are considered low quality basedon the limited food and cover. Additionally, the daily operational activities and continued disturbances withinthese areas limits the amount of wildlife that are present. Some of the abandoned parking or storage areascovered with gravel do provide nesting habitats for bird species such as the killdeer and roosting habitats forother shore birds. Approximately 42 acres of the existing facilities and 73 acres of the maintained anddisturbed areas will be impacted during construction of Units 3 and 4.The leased agricultural lands provide a low quality habitat based on the overall use of the land. These landsare routinely altered, and depending on the type of crop, may only provide a resting area or temporary coverfor wildlife. No impacts from construction or operation of Units 3 and 4 will occur to the leased agriculturallands.Bird data from the Mad Island Christmas Bird Counts indicate that more than 140 species of birds totaling asmany as 8.6 million individuals are documented in a given year at the STPEGS facility. These birds areassociated primarily with five different habitats including openwater, woodlands, shoreline, scrub shrub, andgrasslands. The largest numbers of birds are associated with woodlands and openwater habitats. There willbe no impacts to the woodland habitat and a 29 acre impact to the openwater habitat. The impact to theopenwater habitat will be associated with the construction and operation of the new Cooling Water IntakeHabitat Report Document 4-1 June 2008 Structure for Unit 3 and 4 that will also include an approximate 5 acre loss of shoreline habitat. The remainingimpacts will be temporary disturbances associated with noise and moving equipment.Relatively important species and their associated habitats will have minimal to no impacts associated with theconstruction or operation of Units 3 and 4. Of the seven habitats being impacted only the scrub shrub, MCR,and mixed grass communities support any of the RIS. Impacts to RIS will be through habitat loss and not fromdirect impacts. It is anticipated that displacement of these species into other areas of the STPEGS facility, aswell as to adjacent properties, will occur resulting in minimal impacts to RIS.STPNOC is proposing to license, construct, and operate two new electric generating units (Units 3 and 4) atthe STPEGS facility. Construction of Units 3 and 4 and the associated plant features will impact seven of thefourteen identified types of habitats totaling approximately 244 acres. These habitats include existing facilities,maintained and disturbed areas, scrub shrub habitats, mixed grass communities, the MCR, wetlands, and thereservoir levee system (Other). All seven habitats are considered to be of low to moderate quality based ontheir value as a food source for wildlife, their dense vegetative cover prohibiting adequate space for wildlifemovement, and vegetative cover only providing suitable nesting habitat for a small variety of bird species.Based on these facts, impacts to wildlife are anticipated to be small.Habitat Report Document4-2June 2008 5.0 References5.1 Reference DocumentsConant, R. and J.T. Collins. A Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians of Eastern and Central North America.Third Edition, Expanded.ENSR. 2007. Ecological Survey Report -Threatened and Endangered Species, Unit 3 and 4 LicensingProject.ENSR. 2008. Preliminary Wetland Delineation Report Unit 3 and 4 Licensing Project.Gould, Frank. W. 2002. Common Texas Grasses, An Illustrated Guide. Texas A&M University Press.Griggs, Jack. 1997. American Bird Conservancy's field guide to all the birds of North America: a revolutionarysystem based on feeding behaviors and field-recognizable features. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data. First Edition.Hatch, S. L. and J. Pluhar. 1999. Texas Range Plants. Texas A&M University Press College Station.Little, E.L. 2000. National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Trees Eastern Region.Simpson, B.J. 1999. A Field Guide to Texas Trees. Gulf Publishing Field Guide Series.Stutzenbaker, Charles. D. 1999. Aquatic and Wetland Plants of the Western Gulf Coast. Texas Parks andWildlife Press.Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. 2006. Annotated County List of Endangered, Threatened, and RareSpecies, Matagorda County, Texas.Tveten, J. and G. Tveten. 1993. Wildflowers of Houston & Southeast Texas. University of Texas Press,Austin.United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) NRCS. 1981. Soil Survey of Matagorda County, TX.United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). 2005. List of Threatened and Endangered Species,Brazoria County, Texas, 2005. http://ifw2es.fws.gov/endangeredspecies/lists/ListSpecies.cfmUnited States Fish and Wildlife Service. 1987 & 1996. National List of Plant Species that Occur in Wetlands-Region 6-South Plains.United States Geological Survey (USGS) 7.5-Minute Topographic Quadrangle Maps. Juliff, TX 1974;Rosharon, TX 1974; Angleton, TX 1979; Danbury, TX 1974; and Oyster Creek, TX 1974.Habitat Report DocumentJune 2008 TablesHabitat Report DocumentJune 2008 Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company'sGeneratina Station.South Texas Project ElectricHabitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact**Bottomland Forest communities comprised The bottomland areaof sugarberry/hackberry, was set aside during thecottonwood, pecan, Chinese initial licensing of STP toTallow, yaupon, greenbriar, 1,176 0 0 preserve overall habitat.American beautyberry, No impacts anticipated.Chasmanthium spp., Carexspp.Units 1 & 2 Area covered mostly by Construction Spoil AreaConstruction Spoil grasses -Angleton bluestem, was used for spoilArea King Ranch bluestem, storage during thevaseygrass, and Johnson 41 0 0 original construction ofgrass. Other vegetation Units 1 & 2. No longerincludes baccharis, southern used.dewberry and peppervine.Essential Cooling Open freshwater pond. The ECP providesPond (ECP) Concrete lined pond with no cooling water for crucialaquatic vegetation. 46 0 0 components for Units 1and 2. No impactsanticipated.Existing Facilities -Most of these areas are Units 3&4 will be locatedBuildings, Units 1&2, significantly disturbed and/or in an area alreadySwitchyard, NSC, maintained. Small areas of disturbed by previousWarehouses, old vegetation exist in isolated construction. Somelaydown yards areas. These include a variety additional modificationsof grass species -Paspalum 300 42 14.0 will be made to thespp., Angleton bluestem, King existing infrastructure forRanch bluestem, Bermuda new laydown,grass as well as weeds warehouses, parkingincluding ragweed, sow thistle, etc.goldenrod, and clovers.1-I Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company'sGenerating Station.South Texas Project ElectricHabitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact**Forested Communities This area is comprised of live Area is adjacent to theoak, pecan, and mixed stands existing Kelly Lake.of sugarberry/hackberyy. Area may be subject toScrub species includes mostly temporary noise andyaupon and privet. 53 0 0 dust from heavyequipment. Nosignificant constructionor operational impactsare anticipated.Forested/Mixed This area is comprised of open Area is adjacent to thePastureland (leased grassland areas intermixed existing heavy haullands) with forested communities. road. Area may beGrasses include: Paspalum subject to temporaryspp., Bermuda grass, St. noise and dust fromAugustine, rattail smutgrass, 91 0 0 heavy equipment. Nobroomsedge, bushy bluestem, significant constructionand Angleton bluestem. or operational impactsForested species include are anticipated.sugarberry/hackberry, live oak,and yaupon.Leased Agricultural Land is currently used for No plans to expandlands cattle pasture and various these areas. Noagricultural practices. 536 0 0 impacts anticipated.Main Cooling Open water habitat. Average The shoreline inside theReservoir (MCR) depth is 25 ft. Water is mostly reservoir providesfresh to brackish (salinity nesting and feedingaverages 1.6 ppt). No aquatic habitat for a variety ofvegetation present. 7,000 29 0.4 shore birds species.Water level in the MCRis designed for 49 ftMSL but is currently at47 ft MSL.
Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.Habitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact*'Maintained and Most of these areas are Portions of these areasDisturbed Areas significantly disturbed and/or will be impacted by themaintained. Vegetation is construction of the newcomprised of grasses and units, east laydownweeds -Paspalum spp., area, and crew andAngleton bluestem, King 468 74 16.0 contractor parkingRanch bluestem, broomsedge, areas.bushy bluestem, Poa,burclover, geranium, sowthistle, southern dewberry,ragweed spp.Mixed Grass Areas are comprised of a Areas are periodicallyCommunities variety of vegetation mowed. The area southdominated by grasses -of the MCR will not bePaspalum spp., Angleton impacted. Areas northbluestem, King Ranch 486 1.0 of the ECP will be usedbluestem, broomsedge, and for a new spoil area.bushy bluestem. Otherspecies include goldenrod,sumpweed, aster spp., andwild sunflower.Scrub Shrub Area is comprised of mostly Portions of area will beCommunities Baccharis dominated shrub impacted by relocationhabitat. Southern dewberry of the stormwater ditch,and peppervine comprise a construction of heavysignificant amount of cover haul road, switch yard,below the shrub overstory. 976 87 9.0 and west laydown area.Additional species includegolden rod, sump weed, andragweed. Few grasses arepresent -broomsedge, bushybluestem and Paspalum spp.1-3 Table 1. -Habitat/Land Use Assemblages STP Nuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.Habitat Habitat Description* Acreage Area Of Percentage of Comment(Approximate) Impact (Acres) Impact**Wetlands Wetland communities are 155 Total No construction orbroken down by 3 different Acreage operational impacts willareas -* Kelly occur to Kelly Lake or* Kelly Lake Lake -Managed Wetlands.(Stream/Pond 34; Approximately 0.17dominated by
- Managed acres of impact willcattails); Wetlands 0.17 0.1 occur to a wetland near" Managed Wetlands -110; where Units 3&4 will be(prairie wetlands), ° Other- constructed.and 11* Other (small isolatedwetlands with mixedgrasses, rushes andsedges).Other -Reservoir Levees are comprised of Small area of impactlevee systems (MCR earthen materials covered by associated with theand ECP). grasses on outside and construction of the newsandcrete on the inside. 759 5 0.6 CWIS which will be builton the central dikeadjacent to the existingCWIS.Area is located in the Area is only utilizedbottomland habitat along the when maintenanceColorado River. Vegetation is dredging of the RiverDredge Materials comprised of mixed grasses Make-up PumpingDredge Atea (bushy bluestem and 133 0 0 Facility and/or barge slipDisposal Area broomsedge), rattlebox, and takes place. STP has astands of cattail. USACE dredgemaintenance permit forthese activities.TOTALS 12,220 244 (2.0)...*Habitat descriptions are derived from on-site pedestrian surveys.** Percent Impacts are based on potential impacts for each habitat/land use type.***Value represents total percentage impact for entire property. Values representing individual percentage impacts in the table are not cumulative.1-4 Table 2. Summary of Bird Species by Habitat Type Associated withthe Christmas Bird Counts at the STP Nuclear Operating Company'sSouth Texas Project Electric Generating Station.Habitat Type SpeciesWaterfowl Black-bellied Whistling-DuckGreater White-fronted GooseSnow GooseRoss' GooseCackling GooseCanada GooseWood DuckGadwallAm. WigeonMallardMottled DuckBlue-winged TealCinnamon TealN. ShovelerN. PintailGreen-winged TealCanvasbackRedheadRing-necked DuckGreater ScaupLesser ScaupSurf ScoterBuffieheadCommon GoldeneyeHooded MerganserCom. MerganserRed-breaster MerganserRuddy DuckCommon LoonLeast GrebePied-billed GrebeHorned GrebeEared GrebeAm. White PelicanBrown PelicanNeotropic CormorantDouble-crested CormorantAnhingaCom. MoorhenAm. Coot2-1 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeSpeciesWoodlandGolden-fronted WoodpeckerRed-bellied WoodpeckerYellow-bellied SapsuckerLadder-backed WoodpeckerDowny WoodpeckerHairy WoodpeckerN. (Yel.-sh.) FlickerPileated WoodpeckerAm. WoodcockLeast FlycatcherTraill's FlycatcherEmpidonax, sp.E. PhoebeVermilion FlycatcherAsh-throated FlycatcherBrown-crested FlycatcherCouch's KingbirdThick-billed KingbirdW. KingbirdLoggerhead ShrikeWhite-eyed VireoBlue-headed VireoRed-eyed VireoBlue JayAm. CrowHorned LarkTree SwallowN. Rough-winged SwallowCave SwallowBarn SwallowCarolina ChickadeeTufted TitmouseRed-breasted NuthatchBrown CreeperCarolina WrenHouse WrenWinter WrenSedge WrenMarsh WrenGolden-crowned KingletRuby-crowned KingletBlue-gray GnatcatcherE. BluebirdHermit Thrush2-2 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeWoodlandSpeciesWood ThrushAm. RobinN. MockingbirdBrown Thrasher*Eur. StarlingAm. PipitSprague's PipitCedar WaxwingTennessee WarblerOrange-crowned WarblerN. parulaNashville WarblerYellow-r. (Myrtle) WarblerYellow-throated WarblerPine WarblerPalm WarblerBlack-and-White WarblerOvenbirdCom. YellowthroatWilson's WarblerYellow-breasted ChatSummer TanagerWestern TanagerSpotted TowheeEastern TowheeChipping SparrowField SparrowVesper SparrowLark SparrowSavannah SparrowGrasshopper SparrowLe Conte's SparrowFox SparrowSong SparrowLincoln's SparrowSwamp SparrowWhite-throated SparrowWhite-crowned SparrowHarris' SparrowDark-eyed JuncoN. CardinalPyrrhuloxiaIndigo BuntingPainted BuntingRed-winaed Blackbird2-3 Table 2. Continued.Habitat Type SpeciesWoodland E. MeadowlarkYellow-headed BlackbirdBrewer's BlackbirdCom. GrackleBoat-tailed GrackleGreat-tailed GrackleBronzed CowbirdBrown-headed CowbirdBullock's OrioleBaltimore OrioleAm. GoldfinchHouse SparrowGrassland N. BobwhiteRock DoveEur. Collared DoveWhite-winged DoveMourning DoveInca DoveCom. Ground DoveBlack VultureTurkey VultureOsprey0White-tailed KiteBald EagleN. HarrierSharp-shinned HawkCooper's HawkHarris's HawkRed-shouldered HawkWhite-tailed HawkRed-tailed HawkFerruginous HawkCrested CaracaraAm. KestrelMerlinPeregrine Falcon2-4 Table 2. Continued.Habitat TypeSpeciesShorelineBlack-bellied PloverSemipalmated PloverPiping PloverKilldeerBlack-necked StiltGreater YellowlegsLesser YellowlegsWilletSpotted SandpiperRuddy TurnstoneSanderlingW. SandpiperLeast SandpiperDunlinStilt SandpiperShort-billed DowitcherLong-billed DowitcherLaughing GullFranklin's GullBonaparte's GullRing-billed GullHerring GullGull-billed TernCaspian TernRoyal TernCom. TernForster's TernAm. BitternLeast BitternGreat Blue HeronGreat EgretSnowy EgretLittle Blue HeronTricolored HeronReddish EgretCattle EgretGreen HeronBlack-crowned Night-HeronYellow-crowned Night-HeronWhite IbisWhite-faced IbisRoseate Spoonbill2-5 Table 2. Continued.Habitat Type SpeciesShoreline Long-billed CurlewWilson's SnipeKing RailVirginia RailSoraSandhill CraneScrub Shrub* Groove-billed AniPyrrhuloxia*Most species associated with the grasslands and many of the woodland specieswill be common to the scrub shrub habitat. Areas are determined based on knownhabitat use and observation during bird counts.02-6 Table 3. Summary of Relative Important Species and their associated habitats at STPNuclear Operating Company's South Texas Project Electric Generating Station.Wildlife Species Habitat ObservedMostly associated with the scrub shrub Observed on manyWhitetail deer and woodland habitats. Common in the occasions. Species iscommon throughout theopen grassland areas.pretyproperty.Observed infrequentlyover facility property andover the MCR. TwoBald eagle Mostly associated with woodland habitats. active nests weredocumented on the lowerColorado River more than1 mile from the site.Observed frequently inMostly associated with large wetlands, on-site wetlands (KellyAmericandrainages, ponds, rivers, and lakes. Lake) and drainages.Few numbers observed inthe MCR.Bobwhite quail Mostly grassland habitats but common in Observed infrequently.scrub shrub habitat.Observed on manyMostly grassland habitats but common in occasions. Species isMorning Dove scrub shrub habitat. common throughout theproperty.Mostly associated with open water Observed frequently onWaterfowl habitats such as the MCR, ECP, and lower the MCR and ECP.Colorado River. Common to the area aspart of migratory flyway.Rabbits (swamp Mostly associated with grassland and Observed infrequentlyrabbit, Eastern scrub shrub habitat. during current fieldcottontail) activities.Squirrels (Eastern None observed duringgray squirrel, Eastern Mostly associated with woodland habitats. any of the current fieldfox squirrel) activities.3-1 FiguresJune 2008Habitat Report Document Project Location Map STPNOCSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationUnit 3 and 4 Licensing Project ENSR AECOMMatagorda County, Texas Figure 1Image Source: Delorme Scale:1:500,000 (1" =7.9 miles)ImageProject #: 10720-008 oiSite Layout FeaturesVast Laydown Areas ,and Craft Parking areaspol AreaIRoadi Waste Storage Buildiniatch Plant/ I~-'-a P. 5oY8dýr3(12.220,,)STP Nuclear Operating CompanyHabitat AssessmentMatagorda County, Texas0 00 1: .0o3ooa i.000 2.ooo 3 Qoq-STPNOCENSR I AECOMFigure 2June 2008_____________________________________________ .1 ________________________ J I'-
Lg.T--lndm A- Leas AgrIcurfJ Land (536 an)II Bo1la'.nd Hnata (1178. ) Man Cot. RasaR.o- (70O0 N)Urit 1 & 2 Conatn Spol Ail- (41 an) M MaintainedandOlstbe A-,a (4MB 1)0,1091d Mat-aW DrIpod 00.. (133 M) Mixed G-a1s C --,ttn s (4WS an)ExIosing Fa..is (300 .a) 511rb Shrxb Com-1il1, (975ac)Fo-Wla Cotnmu,10e a53 a) Wet.ands (00 .n)FoottaýlM-,od PastlWixndqa.' d ,f da(91 n) S.t Prpery Bondry (12,220a)Matagorda County, Texas0 201, 41000 0170STPNOCENSR l O(Fgure 3June 2008 160140120 ---10080Ez 6040_20 - - 7- F - -- -FYearFigure 4. Total number of species documented annually in the STPChristmas Bird Count Surveys 1993 -2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data0 100000009000000 8 -45 .8000000 ... ........ .7000000 .-.. ....6000000 ......:3E 4000000 .3 0000003000000 1554998 -12562612000000 --- ---- -81558191000000 *374601 405352 11267 17990 9791 18652 11905 48462 66764 648550YearFigure 5. Total number of birds documented in the STP Christmas BirdCount Surveys 1993- 2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count DataI Brewer'sBlackbird2%F-/Com. Grackle2%Great-tailedGrackle2%Brown-headedCowbird46%Red-wingedBlackbird48%Figure 6. Percent composition of bird species comprising >1% in theSTP Christmas Bird Count, 1993-2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data 250002 0 0 0 0 -----...... -..15000 --.0EZ 10000 .... ... .. ..5000 ___0YearFigure 7. Total number of waterfowl documented in the STP Christmas BirdCount Surveys 1993 -2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data Lesser Scaupi=.lUBlue-winged Teal1%Mottled Duck1%Snow Goose63%/i/,/ G~/Green-winged Teal2%adwall2% N. Shoveler-3%N. Pintail6%Greater White-frontedGoose8%Cackling Goose12%Figure 8. Percent composition of waterfowl species comprising > 1% in the STPChristmas Bird Count Surveys 1993 -2007.STP Nuclear Operating CompanyChristmas Bird Count Data WR-1. US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Permit No. 10570 (Maintenancedredging of barge slip) (dated November 4, 2005). DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYGALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSP. 0. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229November 4, 2004REPLY TOATTENTION OF:Evaluation Section
SUBJECT:
Permit No. 10570(06); Extension of TimeSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyAttn: Ms. S. L. DannhardtP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483-0289
Dear Ms. Dannhardt:
Your letter, dated June 24, 2004, requesting to amend Department of the Army Permit 10570to extend the time to maintenance dredge is approved pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers andHarbors Act of 1899. Permit No. 10570 was issued on July 20, 1975 and authorized you todredge a basin and discharge channel, place riprap and construct a wharf, intake pumping stationand spillway. Amendment (01) was issued on April 16, 1976 to revise sheet 2 of 7 of theoriginal permit plans. Amendment (02) was issued on August 12, 1976 to revise sheets 3 and 4of the original permit plans. ,Amendment (03) was issued on October 19, 1978 to extend time todredge a basin and discharge channel, place riprap and construct a wharf, intake pumping stationand spillway to December 31, 1983. Amendment (04) was issued on May 24, 1984 to extendtime to maintenance dredge barge slips to December 31, 1994. Amendment (05) was issued toextend time to maintenance dredge until December 31, 2004. The permit site is located in theColorado River, in the vicinity of River Mile 14.6, approximately 5 miles northwest fromMatagorda, in Matagorda County, Texas.All work is to be performed in accordance with the enclosed permitted plans in 3 sheets andthe original permit conditions, which remain in full force and effect, with the exception of thetime limit for completion. This authorization expires on December 31, 2014. Please note theenclosed Notification of Administrative Appeal Options regarding this authorization. Thisauthorization is based on a approved jurisdictional determination. In addition to the originalpermit conditions, the following special condition is added to your authorization:e. The permittee understands and agrees that if future operations by the UnitedStates require the removal, relocation or other alteration of the structure or workherein authorized, or if, in the opinion of the Secretary of the Army or hisauthorized representative, said structure or work' shall cause unreasonableobstruction to the free navigation of the navigable waters, the permittee will berequired, upon due notice from the Corps of Engineers to remove, relocate or alterthe structural work or obstructions caused thereby, without expense to the UnitedStates. No claim shall be made against the United States on account of any suchremoval or alteration. Please notify the District Engineer, in writing, upon completion of the authorized work. Apre-addressed postcard has been enclosed for this purpose.FOR THE DISTRICT ENGINEER:Janet Thomas BotelloLeader, Central Evaluation UnitEnclosuresCopies Furnished:Eighth Coast Guard District, New Orleans, LAU.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Houston, TXTexas General Land Office, Austin, TXTexas General Land Office, La Porte, TXNorthern Area Office, Galveston, TX PERMITTED PLANS0 2000 4000 FEETSCALENOTE:MAP BASE IS 71/2' USGS OUADRANGLE SHEErS.GRID BASED ON "TEXAS COORDINATE SYSTEM;OUTH CENTRAL ZONE." ELEVATION ANIO CONTOURSSHOWN ARE IN FEET. DATUM IS MEAN SEA LEVEL.RE FERENCE ELEVATIONS:tMEANJ SEA LEVLL: EL.O-O0MEAN LOW TIDE: EL. (-)-1.43ME4,tI LOW WATER: EL. 0.10 ,AT SITE)WEAN HIGH WIATER: EL.1.12 (1,T SIi7)SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTLOCATION MAPMatagorda County, TXSTP Nuclear Operating Co.Permit No. 105706a&)Sheet 1 of 3 CENTERLINE-. OF DtTCH-7AHWT-1ED PLANS-N-IIIDROP INLET81 OUTFALL IWITH RIPRA\L..,."I/SOUTH TEXAS PROJECMAKEUP PUMP STATIQI81 BARGE SLIPON THE COLD1AOO RIVERAT RIVER WILE 14.-MATAGORDA COUNTY, To" (AsAPPUr CATION 1-fSTP Nuclear Operating Co.Permit No. 10570ol)Sheet 2 of 30 100 20.0 300 7FT'3CALF- "PER-PA1T TED LNEXIS ING GRADEDREGE ........"\0 j/ / " 7 7 fELEV(-I _ )10CROSS SECTION BARGE SLIP1530. -0 ._ tna, -a"S'\JDREDGE TaELEV (-) F ,50IQ FEETs C-- Crr 10f 1,,iNOTE:ELEVATION5 3HOWN AREIN FEET. OATUM S1 INMEAN SEA LEVEL.SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTCROSS SECTION PUMP STATION& BARGE SLIPM COUNTY, TrXaSAg' UCLLTl Ut QSTP Nuclear Operating Co.Permit No. 10570 totSheet 3 of 3 WR-2. USACE Permit No. SWG- 1992-02707 (Maintenance dredging of intake)(dated July 21, 2009). [STPLR-472] DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY bcc: Correspondence, N2002GALVESTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERSTNP. O. BOX 1229GALVESTON TX 77553-1229 FD-NOC-09020059July 21, 2009 STI: 32508999REPLYo PFN: W02ATTENlnON OF.Evaluation Section
SUBJECT:
Permit No. SWG- 1992-02707; Extension of TimeS.L. DannhardtSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483
Dear Ms. Dannhardt:
Your July 1, 2009, letter to amend Permit No. 14848(04) for an Extension of Time isapproved pursuant to Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 and Section 404 of theClean Water Act. Permit No. 14848 was issued on March 17, 1981, and authorized maintenancedredging of an intake pumping station and the use of Dredged Material Placement Area 3B.Amendment (01), issued on December 26, 1985, authorized a 3-year Extension of Time tocontinue maintenance dredging. Amendment (02), issued March 7, 1989, authorized anExtension of Time to maintenance dredge until December 31, 1999. Amendment (03), issuedJanuary 26, 1993, authorized an extension of the dredging area 25 feet waterward into theColorado River. Amendment (04), issued June 9, 1999, authorized an Extension of Time tomaintenance dredge until December 31, 2009. The permit site is located at River Mile 14.6 onthe Colorado River, approximately 5 miles north of Matagorda, in Matagorda County, Texas.All work is to be performed in accordance with the enclosed plans in 5 sheets and theoriginal permit conditions, which remain in full force and effect, with the exception of the timelimit for completion. This authorization expires on December 31, 2019. The following specialconditions remain in full force and effect:a. Prior to performance of hydraulic dredging, the applicant will obtain a 401 Water QualityCertification from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for the effluent or returnwater from authorized dredged material placement areas. The applicant will submit a copyof the certification to the Corps of Engineers prior to performing hydraulic dredging.b. The permittee must coordinate in writing the use of government-owned dredged materialplacement areas with the Corps of Engineers Galveston District's Northern Area Office, theNavigation Branch and the Operations Division, at least 60 days prior to conducting any andall work in or affecting the disposal area(s) to assure that the work will not conflict with U. S.Government dredging or disposal area management activities. c. The permittee understands and agrees that, if future operations by the United States requirethe removal, relocation, or other alteration, of the structure or work herein authorized, or if,in the opinion of the Secretary of the Army or his authorized representative, said structure orwork shall cause unreasonable obstruction to the free navigation of the navigable waters, thepermittee will be required, upon due notice from the Corps of Engineers, to remove, relocate,or alter the structural work or obstructions caused thereby, without expense to the UnitedStates. No claim shall be made against the United States on account of any such removal oralteration.Please refer to SWG41992-02707 in all future correspondence regarding this project. Pleasealso notify the District Commander, in writing, upon completion of the authorized work. A pre-addressed postcard has been enclosed for this purpose.FOR THE DISTRICT COMMANDER:lanet Thomas BotelloLeader, Central Evaluation UnitEnclosuresCopies Furnished:Eighth Coast Guard District, New Orleans, LATexas General Land Office, Austin, TXTexas General Land Office, La Porte, TXHouston/Galveston Resident Office, Galveston, TX STP Nuclear Operating Co,Figure 2: South Texas Project SitePERMITTED PLANSSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483SWG-1 992-02707 P. 1 of 5 PERMITTED PLANSCuja N. -COLORADOJ-* -. RIVERPL40T AREA 1 STPIROPFERTY.-LIhMITSN3' 0.1 ________'1ii -~i~\* '-~~~L-. .MAlKE2UP Sump* 7* i- STATIONC O IGMAKEUP p..* .PIPELINESRE E VOIR~ CI ["SPILLWAY a. BLOWVDOWN-LCWIDOWN DPISCHARGE CHA NEL DISCHARGE,- --LOwOOWNPIPLINI0 1 2000 4000 FEETSCALEKl6NOTE:MAP BASE IS 71/2' USGS OUADRANIGLE GRID BASED ON "TEXAS COORDINATE SYST~tA,'SOUTH CENTRAL ZONE." ELEVATION AND COnrjOURSSHOWN ARE Itn FEET. DATUM IS MEAN SEA LEVEL.REFERENICE ELE-VATIONS:MiEA1 SEA LEVLL: EL. 0.00MEAN LOW TIDE: EL. (--).43MEAN LOW WATER: EL.O-tO !AT SIrTE)SOUTH TEXAS PROJECTLOCATION MAPSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483SWG-1992-02707 P. 2 of 5 CENTERLINEI-PERMITTED PLANSDROP INLETOUTFALL PWITH RIPRAPI:,/1kSOUTH TEXAS PROJE(-MAKEUP PUMP STATIO:8. BARGE SLIPON THE COLORAo0 RIVERAT RIVER MILE 14.0UATAGOROA COUNTY, TEXASAPf UCAT I1 U"STP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483SWG-1 992-02707 P. 3 of 50 0oo 20o 300 TSCALEI W0-- -ij-.~~ 0,_ _ weItw p f r- f 07.7. ........---.--.PWPA1TDLJNSRMFOVRVECD 0CG) M L--n0f Note: I.. Elevations shown in feet2. Spoil depth variesPERMIrflz[D pLANS-N0 1CrC-140L~004Hr;IX-D000)CO0CDW)South Texas ProjectCross Section of RMPF WR-3. Current TCEQ-issued TPDES permit (TPDES Permit No.WQ0001908000 issued July 21, 2005). [STPLR-05] TPDES PERMIT NO. W00001908000[For TCEQ office use only -EPA I.D. No. TX00649471]TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY This is a renewal of TPDES Permit No.P. 0. Box 13087 W00001908000, issued onNovember 2,Austin, Texas 78711-3087 2000.PERMIT TO DISCHARGE WASTESunder provisions ofSection 402 of the Clean Water Actand Chapter 26 of the Texas Water CodeSTP Nuclear Operating Companywhose mailing address isP. 0. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483-0289is authorized to treat and discharge wastes from the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (SIC 4911)located on Farm-to-Market Road 521, approximately 10 miles north of Matagorda Bay and 12 miles south-southwest of the City of Bay City, Matagorda County, Texasto Colorado River Tidal in Segment No. 1401 of the Colorado River Basinonly according to effluent limitations, monitoring requirements and other conditions set forth in this permit, as wellas the rules of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the laws of the State of Texas, and otherorders of the TCEQ. The issuance of this permit does not grant to the permittee the right to use private or publicproperty for conveyance of wastewater along the discharge route described in this permit. This includes, but is notlimited to, property belonging to any individual, partnership, corporation or other entity. Neither does this permitauthorize any invasion of personal rights nor any violation of federal, state, or local laws or regulations. It is theresponsibility of the permittee to acquire property rights as may be necessary to use the discharge route.This permit shall expire at midnight on December 1, 2009.ISSUED DATE: JUL 2.12005For the Commission STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000DEFINITIONS AND STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONSAs required by Title 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAG) Chapter 305, certain regulations appear as standard conditions inwaste discharge permits. 30 TAC §§ 305.121 -305.129 (relating to Permit Characteristics and Conditions) as promulgatedunder the Texas Water Code §§ 5.103 and 5.105, and the Texas Health and Safety Code §§ 361.017 and 361.024(a), establishthe characteristics and standards for waste discharge permits, including sewage sludge, and those sections of40 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part 122 adopted by reference by the Commission. The following text includes these conditions andincorporates them into this permit. All definitions in Section 26.001 of the Texas Water Code and 30 TAC Chapter 305 shallapply to this permit and are incorporated by reference. Some specific definitions of words or phrases used in this permit areas follows:1. Flow Measurementsa. Annual average flow- the arithmetic average of all daily flow determinations taken within the preceding 12 consecutivecalendar months. The annual average flow determination shall consist of daily flow volume determinations made bya totalizing meter, charted on a chart recorder and limited to major domestic wastewater discharge facilities with a Imillion gallons per day or greater permitted flow.b. Daily average flow -the arithmetic average of-all determinations of the daily flow within a period of one calendarmonth. The daily average flow determination shall consist of determinations made on at least four separate days. Ifinstantaneous measurements are used to determine the daily flow, the determination shall be the arithmetic average ofall instantaneous measurements taken during that month. Daily average flow determination for intermittent dischargesshall consist of a minimum of three flow determinations on days of discharge.c. Daily maximum flow -the highest total flow for any 24-hour period in a calendar month.d. Instantaneous flow -the measured flow during the minimum time required to interpret the flow measuring device.e. 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the maximum flow sustained for a two-hour period duringthe period of daily discharge. The average of multiple measurements of instantaneous maximum flow within a two-hour period may be used to calculate the 2-hour peak flow.f. Maximum 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the highest 2-hour peak flow for any 24-hourperiod in a calender month.2. Concentration Measurementsa. Daily average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar month, consisting of at least four separate representative measurements.i. For domestic wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calendar month, thearithmetic average (weighted by flow) of all values in the previous four consecutive month period consisting ofat least four measurements shall be utilized as the daily average concentration.ii. For all other wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calender month, the arithmeticaverage (weighted by flow) of all values taken during the month shall be utilized as the daily averageconcentration.b. 7-day average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar week, Sunday through Saturday.c. Daily maximum concentration -the maximum concentration measured on a single day, by the sample type specifiedin the permit, within a period of one calender month.d. Daily discharge -the discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonablyrepresents the calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants with limitations expressed in terms of mass, the"daily discharge" is calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the sampling day. For pollutants withlimitations expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurementof the pollutant over the sampling day.The "daily discharge" determination of concentration made using a composite sample shall be the concentration of thecomposite sample. When grab samples are used, the "daily discharge" determination of concentration shall be thearithmetic average (weighted by flow value) of all samples collected during that day.e. Fecal coliform bacteria concentration -the number of colonies of fecal coliform bacteria per 100 milliliters effluent.The daily average fecal coliform bacteria concentration is a geometric mean of the values for the effluent samplescollected in a calendar month. The geometric mean shall be determined by calculating the nth root of the product ofall measurements made in a calender month, where n equals the number of measurements made; or, computed as thePage 2 Outfall Number 001EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS1. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge (*5) recirculated coolingwater, cooling reservoir blowdown, previously monitored effluents, storm water, and makeup water from Colorado River subject to the following effluentlimitations:The daily average flow of effluent shall not exceed 144 million gallons per day (MGD). The daily maximum flow shall not exceed 200 MGD.Effluent CharacteristicsDischarge LimitationsFlow (MGD)Colorado River Flow (MGD) (*5)Temperature (*F)Total Residual Chlorine (*3)Daily Averagemg/I(Report)N/A(95 -F) (*2)N/ADaily Maximummg/lSingle Grabmg/I(Report)(Report)(97 -F) (*2)0.05N/AN/AN/AN/AContinuous (* 1)1/day (* 1)Continuous (* 1)1/week (* 1)RecordEstimateIn-SituGrab (*4)Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample Type(*I)(*2)(*3)(*4)(*5)When discharge occurs from Outfall 001.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 9.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 5.Samples shall be representative of periods of chlorination.See "Other Requirements," provision No. 4.2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored 1/day, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 001, which is at a point in the blowdown line prior to entering the ColoradoRiver.Page 2 of TPDES Permit No. WQ000 1908000STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Outfall Number 101I, During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge low volume waste sources(* 1) commingled with previously monitored effluent (PME) from the metal cleaning waste system discharge subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Flow variable.Effluent Characteristics' Daily Avera,mg/IDischarge Limitationsge Daily Maximumrmg/ISingle Grabmg/IMinimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Total Suspended SolidsOil and Grease(Report)3015(Report)10020N/A100201/day1/weekI/weekEstimateGrab (*2)Grab (*2)(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision 10.(*2) If more than one source is associated with this particular waste category, grab samples from each source shall be analyzed and the analytical valuescombined on a flow weighted basis with the calculated values used to determine the "Daily Average" for the month. The highest analytical valueof all grab samples for the monthly reporting period shall be reported as the "Daily Maximum."2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 101, where low volume waste sources (*1) commingled with previouslymonitored effluents (PME) are discharged from the neutralization basins prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2a of TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTSOutfall Number 2011. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permit-tee is authorized to discharge low volume waste sources(* 1) from the oily waste treatment system and storm water subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/1Discharge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/ISingle :Grabmg/1Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsRe port Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Total Suspended SolidsOil and Grease(Report)3015(Report)10020N/A100201/day'1/week1/weekEstimateGrab (*2)Grab (*2)(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision 10.(*2) If more than one source is associated with this particular waste category, grab samples from each source shall be analyzed and the analytical valuescombined on a flow weighted basis with the calculated values used to determine the "Daily Average" for the month. The highest analytical valueof all grab samples for the monthly reporting period shall be reported as the "Daily Maximum."2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: Outfall 201, where low volume waste sources are discharged from the oily wastetreatment system prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2b of TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LMouiATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTSOutfall Number 4011. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is a 'uthorized to discharge treated sanitary sewagecommingled with car wash water and air conditioning condensate subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Continuous and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/lDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/1Single Grabmg/iMinimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Biochemical Oxygen Demand(5-day)Total Suspended Solids(Report)2020(Report)N/A1/day1/weekl/weekEstimateGrabGrab454545452. The effluent shall contain a minimum chlorine residual of 1.0 mg/l after a detention time of at least 20 minutes (based on peak flow), and shall be monitored1/week, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 401, at discharge from the sewage treatment plant (West Sanitary WasteTreatment System) prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2c of TPDES Permit No. WQO0O 1908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Outfall Number 501 "1.
- During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge metal cleaning waste (*1)subject to the following effluent limitations (*3):Volume: Intermittent and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/1IDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/ISingle Grabmg/I"Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily MaximumMeasurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Iron, TotalCopper, Total(Report)1.00.5(Report)1.01.0N/A1.01.01/day (*2)lweek (*2)1/week (*2)EstimateGrabGrab(* 1) See "Other Requirements," provision No. 7.(*2) When discharge occurs.2. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.3. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 501, where metal cleaning wastes are discharged prior to mixing with anyother waste stream.Page 2d of TPDES Permit No. WQ00 1908000 STP Nuclear Operating Company Outfall Number 601EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS1. During the period beginning upon date of issuance and lasting through date of expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge treated sanitary sewagecommingled with air conditioning condensate and HVAC cooling tower blowdown subject to the following effluent limitations:Volume: Continuous and flow variable.Effluent CharacteristicsDaily Averagemg/lDischarge LimitationsDaily Maximummg/1Single Grabmg/1Minimum Self-Monitoring RequirementsReport Daily Average and Daily Maximum.Measurement Frequency Sample TypeFlow (MGD)Biochemical Oxygen Demand(5-day)Total Suspended Solids(Report)2020(Report)N/A1/dayEstimate45454545lweek1/weekGrabGrab2. The effluent shall contain a minimum chlorine residual of 1.0 mg/I after a detention time of at least 20 minutes (based on peak flow), and shall be monitored1/week, by grab sample.3. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts and no discharge of visible oil.4. Effluent monitoring samples shall be taken at the following location: At Outfall 601, at discharge from the sewage treatment plant (Training Sanitary WasteTreatment Facility) prior to mixing with any other waste stream.Page 2e of TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000STP Nuclear Operating Company STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Pennit No. WQOOO 1908000DEFINITIONS AND STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONSAs required by Title 30 Texas Adminstrative Code (TAC) Chapter 305, certain regulations appear as standard conditions inwaste discharge permits. 30 TAC §§ 305.121 -305.129 (relating to Permit Characteristics and Conditions) as promulgatedunder the Texas Water Code §§ 5.103 and 5.105, and the Texas Health and Safety Code §§ 361.017 and 361.024(a), establishthe characteristics and standards for waste discharge permits, including sewage sludge, and those sections of40 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part 122 adopted by reference by the Commission. The following text includes these conditions andincorporates them into this permit. All definitions in Section 26.001 of the Texas Water Code and 30 TAC Chapter 305 shallapply to this permit and are incorporated by reference. Some specific definitions of words or phrases used in this permit areas follows:1. Flow Measurementsa. Annual average flow -the arithmetic average of all daily flow determinations taken within the preceding 12 consecutivecalendar months. The annual average flow determination shall consist of daily flow volume determinations made bya totalizing meter, charted on a chart recorder and limited to major domestic wastewater discharge facilities with a Imillion gallons per day or greater permitted flow.b. Daily average- flow ý the arithmetic average of-all-determinations of-the-daily flow within a-period of-one-calendar -month. The daily average flow determination shall consist of determinations made on at least four separate days. Ifinstantaneous measurements are used to determine the daily flow, the determination shall be the arithmetic average ofall instantaneous measurements taken during that month. Daily average flow determination for intermittent dischargesshall consist of a minimum of three flow determinations on days of discharge.c. Daily maximum flow -the highest total flow for any 24-hour period in a calendar month.d. Instantaneous flow -the measured flow during the minimum time required to interpret the flow measuring device.e. 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the maximum flow sustained for a two-hour period duringthe period of daily discharge. The average of multiple measurements of instantaneous maximum flow within a two-hour period may be used to calculate the 2-hour peak flow.f. Maximum 2-hour peak flow (domestic wastewater treatment plants) -the highest 2-hour peak flow for any 24-hourperiod in a calender month-2. Concentration Measurementsa. Daily average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar month, consisting of at least four separate representative measurements.i. For domestic wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calendar month, thearithmetic average (weighted by flow) of all values in the previous four consecutive month period consisting ofat least four measurements shall be utilized as the daily average concentration.ii. For all other wastewater treatment plants -When four samples are not available in a calender month, the arithmeticaverage (weighted by flow) of all values taken during the month shall be utilized as the daily averageconcentration.b. 7-day average concentration -the arithmetic average of all effluent samples, composite or grab as required by thispermit, within a period of one calendar week, Sunday through Saturday.c. Daily maximum concentration -the maximum concentration measured on a single day, by the sample type specifiedin the permit, within a period of one calender month.d. Daily discharge -the discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonablyrepresents the calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants with limitations expressed in terms of mass, the"daily discharge" is calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the sampling day. For pollutants withlimitations expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurementof the pollutant over the sampling day.The "daily discharge" determination of concentration made using a composite sample shall be the concentration of thecomposite sample. When grab samples are used, the "daily discharge" determination of concentration shall be thearithmetic average (weighted by flow'value) of all samples collected during that day.e. Fecal coliform bacteria concentration -the number of colonies of fecal coliform bacteria per 100 milliliters effluent.The daily average fecal coliform bacteria concentration is a geometric mean of the values for the effluent samplescollected in a calendar month. The geometric mean shall be determined by calculating the nth root of the product ofall measurements made in a calender month, where n equals the number of measurements made; or, computed as thePage 2 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000antilogarithm of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of all measurements made in a calender month. For anymeasurement of fecal coliform bacteria equaling zero, a substituted value of one shall be made for input into eithercomputation method. The 7-day average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the values for all effluentsamples collected during a calender week.f. Daily average loading (lbs/day) -the arithmetic average of all daily discharge loading calculations during a period ofone calender month. These calculations must be made for each-day of the month that a parameter is analyzed. Thedaily discharge, in terms of mass (lbs/day), is calculated as ( Flow, MGD x Concentration, mg/I x 8.34).g. Daily maximum loading (lbs/day) -the highest daily discharge, in terms of mass (lbs/day), within a period of onecalender month.3. Sample Typea. Composite sample -For domestic wastewater, a composite sample is a sample made up of a minimum of three effluentportions collected in a continuous 24-hour period or during the period of daily discharge if less than 24 hours, andcombined in volumes proportional to flow, and collected at the intervals required by 30 TAC § 319.9 (a). For industrialwastewater, a composite sample is a sample made up of a minimum of three effluent portions collected in a continuous-24-hour-period-or-during-the-period of daily-discharge-if-less-than-24-hours,- and combined-in-volumesproportional toflow, and collected at the intervals required by 30 TAC § 319.9 (b).b. Grab sample -an individual sample collected in less than 15 minutes.4. Treatment Facility (facility) -wastewater facilities used in the conveyance, storage, treatment, recycling, reclamation and/ordisposal of domestic sewage, industrial wastes, agricultural wastes, recreational wastes, or other wastes including sludgehandling or disposal facilities under the jurisdiction of the Commission.5. The term "sewage sludge" is defined as solid, semi-solid, or liquid residue generated during the treatment of domesticsewage in 30 TAC Chapter 312. This includes the solids which have not been classified as hazardous waste separated fromwastewater by unit processes.6. Bypass -the intentional diversion of a waste stream from any portion of a treatment facility.MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS1. Self-ReportingMonitoring results shall be provided at the intervals specified in the permit. Unless otherwise specified in this permit orotherwise ordered by the Commission, the permittee shall conduct effluent sampling and reporting in accordance with 30TAC §§ 319.4 -319.12. Unless otherwise specified, a monthly effluent report shall be submitted each month, to theEnforcement Division (MC 224), by the 20th day of the following month for each discharge which is described by thispermit whether or not a discharge is made for that month. Monitoring results must be reported on an approved self-reportform, that is signed and certified as required by Monitoring and Reporting Requirements No. 10.As provided by state law, the permittee is subject to administrative, civil and criminal penalties, as applicable, fornegligently or knowingly violating the Clean Water Act, the Texas Water Code, Chapters 26, 27, and 28, and Texas Healthand Safety Code, Chapter 361, including but not limited to knowingly making any false statement, representation, orcertification on any report, record, or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, includingmonitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance, or falsifying, tampering with or knowingly renderinginaccurate any monitoring device or method required by this permit or violating any other requirement imposed by stateor federal regulations.2. Test ProceduresUnless otherwise specified in this permit, test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall comply with proceduresspecified in 30 TAC §§319.11 -319.12. Measurements, tests and calculations shall be accurately accomplished in arepresentative manner.3. Records of Resultsa. Monitoring samples and measurements shall be taken at times and in a manner so as to be representative of themonitored activity.b. Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's sewage sludge use anddisposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR Part 503),monitoring and reporting records, including strip charts and records of calibration and maintenance, copies of allrecords required by this permit, records of all data used to complete the application for this permit, and the certificationPage 3 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000required by 40 CFR § 264.73(b)(9) shall be retained at the facility site, or shall be readily available for review by aTCEQ representative for a period of three years from the date of the record or sample, measurement, report, applicationor certification. This period shall be extended at the request of the Executive Director.c. Records of monitoring activities shall include the following:i. date, time and place of sample or measurement;ii. identity of individual who collected the sample or made the measurement.iii. date and time of analysis;iv. identity of the individual and laboratory who performed the analysis;v. the technique or method of analysis; andvi. the results of the analysis or measurement and quality assurance/quality control records.The period during which records are required to be kept shall be automatically extended to the date of the finaldisposition of any administrative or judicial enforcement action that maybe instituted against the permittee.4. Additional Monitoring by Perrnitteeif the permitteenmonitors any-pollutant at the location(s) designated herein more frequently-than required-by-this permitusing approved analytical methods as specified above, all results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculationand reporting of the values submitted on the approved self-report form. Increased frequency of sampling shall be indicatedon the self-report form.5. Calibration of InstrumentsAll automatic flow measuring or recording devices and all totalizing meters for measuring flows shall be accuratelycalibrated by a trained person at plant start-up and as often thereafter as necessary to ensure accuracy, but not less often thanannually unless authorized by the Executive Director for a longer period. Such person shall verify in writing that the deviceis operating properly and giving accurate results. Copies of the verification shall be retained at the facility site and/or shallbe readily available for review by a TCEQ representative for a period of three years.6. Compliance Schedule ReportsReports of compliance or noncompliance with, or any progress reports on, interim and final requirements contained in anycompliance schedule of the permit shall be submitted no later than 14 days following each schedule date to the RegionalOffice and the Enforcement Division (MC 224).7. Noncompliance Notificationa. In accordance with 30 TAC § 305.125(9) any noncompliance which may endanger human health or safety, or theenvironment shall be reported by the permittee to the TCEQ. Report of such information shall be provided orally orby facsimile transmission (FAX) to the Regional Office within 24 hours of becoming aware of the noncompliance.A written submission of such information shall also be provided by the permittee to the Regional Office and theEnforcement Division (MC 224) within five working days of becoming aware of the noncompliance. The writtensubmission shall contain a description of the noncompliance and its cause; the potential danger to human health orsafety, or the environment; the period of noncompliance, including exact dates and times; if the noncompliance hasnot been corrected, the time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and preventrecurrence of the noncompliance, and to mitigate its adverse effects.b. The following violations shall be reported under Monitoring and Reporting Requirement 7.a.:i. Unauthorized discharges as defined in Permit Condition 2(g).ii. Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.iii. Violation of a permitted maximum daily discharge limitation for pollutants listed specifically in the OtherRequirements section of an Industrial TPDES permit.c. In addition to the above, any effluent violation which deviates from the permitted effluent limitation by more than 40%shall be reported by the permittee in writing to the Regional Office and the Enforcement Division (MC 224) within 5working days of becoming aware of the noncompliance.d. Any noncompliance other than that specified in this section, or any required information not submitted or submittedincorrectly, shall be reported to the Enforcement Division (MC 224) as promptly as possible. For effluent limitationviolations, noncompliances shall be reported on the approved self-report form.8. In accordance with the procedures described in 30 TAC §§ 35.301 -35.303 (relating to Water Quality Emergency andTemporary Orders) if the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice by applying forsuch authorization.Page 4 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080009. Changes in Discharges of Toxic SubstancesAll existing manufacturing, commercial, mining, and silvicultural permittees shall notify the Regional Office, orally or byfacsimile transmission within 24 hours, and both the Regional Office and the Enforcement Division (MC 224) in writingwithin five (5) working days, after becoming aware of or having reason to believe:a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of anytoxic pollutant listed at 40 CFR Part 122, Appendix D, Tables II and III (excluding Total Phenols) which is not limitedin the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels":i. One hundred micrograms per liter (100 [tg/L);ii. Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ýLg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter(500 pLg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) forantimony;iii. Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application; oriv. The level established by the TCEQ.b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a nonroutine or infrequent basis,of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit,--if that-discharge will-exceed the -highest of the following"notification levels":i. Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ýigfL);ii. One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;iii. Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application; oriv. The level established by the TCEQ.10. Signatories to ReportsAll reports and other information requested by the Executive Director shall be signed by the person and in the mannerrequired by 30 TAC § 305.128 (relating to Signatories to Reports).11. All Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) must provide adequate notice to the Executive Director of the following:a. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to section 301or 306 of the CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;b. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced into that POTW by a sourceintroducing pollutants into the POTW at the time of issuance of the permit; andc. For the purpose of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on:i. The quality and quantity of effluent introduced into the POTW; andii. Any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.PERMIT CONDITIONS1. Generala. When the permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submittedincorrect information in an application or in any report to the Executive Director, it shall promptly submit such factsor information.b. This permit is granted on the basis of the information supplied and representations made by the permittee during actionon an application, and relying upon the accuracy and completeness of that information and those representations. Afternotice and opportunity for a hearing, this permit may be modified, suspended, or revoked, in whole or in part, inaccordance with 30 TAC Chapter 305, Subchaptei D, during its term for good cause including, but not limited to, thefollowing:i. Violation of any terms or conditions of this permit;ii. Obtaining this permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose fully all relevant facts; oriii. A change in any condition that requires either a temporary or permanent reduction or elimination of the authorizeddischarge.c. The permittee shall furnish to the Executive Director, upon request and within a reasonable time, any information todetermine whether cause exists for amending, revoking, suspending or terminating the permit. The permittee shall alsofurnish to the Executive Director, upon request, copies of records required to be kept by the permit.Page 5 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080002. Compliancea. Acceptance of the permit by the person to whom it is issued constitutes acknowledgment and agreement that suchperson will comply with all the terms and conditions embodied in the permit, and the rules and other orders of theCommission.b. The permittee has a duty to comply with all conditions of the permit. Failure to comply with any permit conditionconstitutes a violation of the permit and the Texas Water Code or the Texas Health and Safety Code, and is groundsfor enforcement action, for permit amendment, revocation or suspension, or for denial of a permit renewal applicationor an application for a permit for another facility.c. It shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reducethe permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of the permit.d. The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal or otherpermit violation which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment.e. Authorization from the Commission is required before beginning any change in the permitted facility or activity thatmay result-in noncompliance with any-permit--requirements.f. A permit may be amended, suspended and reissued, or revoked for cause in accordance with 30 TAC §§ 305.62 and305.66 and Texas Water Code Section 7.302. The filing of a request by the permittee for a permit amendment,suspension and reissuance, or termination, or a notification ofplanned changes or anticipated noncompliance, does notstay any permit condition.g. There shall be no unauthorized discharge of wastewater or any other waste. For the purpose of this permit, anunauthorized discharge is considered to be any discharge of wastewater into or adjacent to water in the state at anylocation not permitted as an outfall or otherwise defined in the Other Requirements section of this permit.h. In accordance with 30 TAC § 305.535(a), the permittee may allow any bypass to occur from a TPDES permittedfacility which does not cause permitted effluent limitations to be exceeded or an unauthorized discharge to occur, butonly if the bypass is also for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation.i. The permittee is subjectto administrative, civil, and criminal penalties, as applicable, underTexas Water Code §§7.051-7.075 (relating to Administrative Penalties), 7.101 -7.111. (relating to Civil Penalties), and 7.141 -7.202 (relatingto Criminal Offenses and Penalties) for violations including, but not limited to, negligently or knowingly violating thefederal Clean Water Act, §§ 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405, or any condition or limitation implementing anysections in a permit issued under the CWA § 402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approvedunder the CWA §§ 402 (a)(3) or 402 (b)(8).3. Inspections and Entrya. Inspection and entry shall be allowed as prescribed in the Texas Water Code Chapters 26,27, and 28, and Texas Healthand Safety Code Chapter 361.b. The members of the Commission and employees and agents of the Commission are entitled to enter any public orprivate property at any reasonable time for the purpose of inspecting and investigating conditions relating to the qualityof water in the state or thecompliance with any rule, regulation, permit or other order of the Commission. Members,employees, or agents of the Commission and Commission contractors are entitled to enter public or private propertyat any reasonable time to investigate or monitor or, if the responsible party is not responsive or there is an immediatedanger to public health or the environment, to remove or remediate a condition related to the quality of water in thestate. Members, employees, Commission contractors, or agents acting under this authority who enter private propertyshall observe the establishment's rules and regulations concerning safety, internal security, and fire protection, and ifthe property has management in residence, shall notify management or the person then in charge of his presence andshall exhibit proper credentials. If any member, employee, Commission contractor, or agent is refused the right toenter in or on public or private property under this authority, the Executive Director may invoke the remediesauthorized in Texas Water Code Section 7.002. The statement above, that Commission entry shall occur in accordancewith an establishment's rules and regulations concerning safety, internal security, and fire protection, is not groundsfor denial or restriction of entry to any part of the facility, but merely describes the Commission's duty to observeappropriate rules and regulations during an inspection.4. Permit Amendment and/or Renewala. The permittee shall give notice to the Executive Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations oradditions to the permitted facility if such alterations or additions would require a permit amendment or result in aviolation of permit requirements. Notice shall also be required under this paragraph when:Page 6 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000i. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining whether a facilityis a new source in accordance with 30 TAC § 305.534 (relating to New Sources and New Dischargers); orii. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants discharged.This notification applies to pollutants which are subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor tonotification requirements in Monitoring and Reporting Requirements No. 9;iii. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the pennittee's sludge use or disposal practices, andsuch alteration, addition, or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from orabsent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during thepermit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.b. Prior to any facility modifications, additions, or expansions that will increase the plant capacity beyond the permittedflow, the permittee must apply for and obtain proper authorization from the Commission before commencingconstruction.c. The permittee must apply for an amendment or renewal prior to expiration of the existing permit in order to continuea permittedactivity after the expiration date of the permit. If an application-issubmitted-prior-to the expiration dateof the permit, the existing permit shall remain in effect until the application is approved, denied, or returned. If theapplication is returned or denied, authorization to continue such activity shall terminate upon the effective date ofi-heaction. If an application is not submitted prior to the expiration date of the permit, the permit shall expire andauthorization to continue such activity shall terminate.d. Prior to accepting or generating wastes which are not described in the permit application or which would result in asignificant change in the quantity or quality of the existing discharge, the permittee must report the proposed changesto the Commission. The permittee must apply for a permit amendment reflecting any necessary changes in permitconditions, including effluent limitations for pollutants not identified and limited by this permit.e. In accordance with the Texas Water Code § 26.029(b), after a public hearing, notice of which shall be given to thepermittee, the Commission may require the permittee, from time to time, for good cause, in accordance with applicablelaws, to conform to new or additional conditions.f If any toxic effluent standard or prohibition (including any schedule of compliance specified in such effluent standardor prohibition) is promulgated under Section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for a toxic pollutant which is present inthe discharge and that standard or prohibition is more stringent than any limitation on the pollutant in this permit, thispermit shall be modified or revoked and reissued to confornnto the toxic effluent standard or prohibition. The permitteeshall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under Section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxicpollutants within the time provided in the regulations that established those standards or prohibitions, even if the permithas not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement.5. Permit Transfera. Prior to any transfer of this permit, Commission approval must be obtained. The Commission shall be notified inwriting of any change in control or ownership of facilities authorized by this permit. Such notification should be sentto the Water Quality Applications Team (MC 161) of the Registration, Review, and Reporting Division.b. A permit may be transferred only according to the provisions of 30 TAC § 305.64 (relating to Transfer of Permits) and30 TAC § 50.133 (relating to Executive Director Action on Application or WQMP update).6. Relationship to Hazardous Waste ActivitiesThis permit does not authorize any activity of hazardous waste storage, processing, or disposal which requires a permit orother authorization pursuant to the Texas Health and Safety Code.7. Relationship to Water RightsDisposal of treated effluent by any means other than discharge directly to water in the state must be specifically authorizedin this permit and may require a permit pursuant to Chapter 11 of the Texas Water Code.8. Property RightsA permit does not convey any property rights of any sort, or any exclusive privilege.9. Permit EnforceabilityThe conditions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of thisPage 7 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainderof this permit, shall not be affected thereby.10. Relationship to Permit ApplicationThe application pursuant to which the permit has been issued is incorporated herein; provided, however, that in the eventof a conflict between the provisions of this permit and the application, the provisions of the permit shall control.11. Notice of Bankruptcy.a. Each permittee shall notify the executive director, in writing, immediately following the filing of a voluntary orinvoluntary petition for bankruptcy under any chapter of Title 11 (Bankruptcy) of the United States Code (11 USC)by or against:i. the permittee;ii. an entity,(as that term is defined in 11 USC, § 1 01(15)) controlling the permittee or listing the permit or permitteeas property of the estate; oriii. an affiliate (as that term is defined in 11 USC, § 101 (2)) of the permittee.b. This notification must indicate:i. the name of the permittee;ii. the permit number(s);iii. the bankruptcy court in which the petition for bankruptcy was filed; andiv. the date of filing of the petition.OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS1. The permittee shall at all times ensure that the facility and all of its systems of collection, treatment, and disposal areproperly operated and maintained. This includes, but is not limited to, the regular, periodic examination of wastewatersolids within the treatment plant by the operator in order to maintain an appropriate quantity and quality of solids inventoryas described in the various operator training manuals and according to accepted industry standards for process control.Process control, maintenance, and operations records shall be retained at the facility site, or shall be readily available forreview by a TCEQ representative, for a period of three years.2. Upon request by the Executive Director, the permittee shall take appropriate samples and provide proper analysis in orderto demonstrate compliance with Commission rules. Unless otherwise specified in this permit or otherwise ordered by theCommission, the permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions of 30 TAC Chapter 312 concerning sewage sludgeuse and disposal and 30 TAC §§ 319.21 -319.29 concerning the discharge of certain hazardous metals.3. Domestic wastewater treatment facilities shall comply with the following provisions:a. The permittee shall notify the Municipal Permits Team, Wastewater Permitting Section (MC 148) of the Water QualityDivision, in writing, of any facility expansion at least 90 days prior to conducting such activity.b. The permittee shall submit a closure plan for review and approval to the Agriculture and Sludge Team, WastewaterPermitting Section (MC 148) of the Water Quality Division, for any closure activity at least 90 days prior to conductingsuch activity. Closure is the act ofpermanently taking a waste management unit or treatment facility out of service andincludes the permanent removal from service of any pit, tank, pond, lagoon, surface impoundment and/or othertreatment unit regulated by this permit.4. The permittee is responsible for installing prior to plant start-up, and subsequently maintaining, adequate safeguards toprevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures by means of alternatepower sources, standby generators, and/or retention of inadequately treated wastewater.5. Unless otherwise specified, the permittee shall provide a readily accessible sampling point and, where applicable, an effluentflow measuring device or other acceptable means by which effluent flow may be determined.6. The permittee shall remit an annual water quality fee to the Commission as required by 30 TAC Chapter 21. Failure to paythe fee may result in revocation of this permit under Texas Water Code § 7.302(b)(6).7. DocumentationFor all written notifications to the Commission required of the permittee by this permit, the permittee shall keep and makeavailable a copy of each such notification under the same conditions as self-monitoring data are required to be kept andmade available. Except for information required for TPDES permit applications, effluent data, including effluent data inpermits; draft permits and permit applications, and other information specified as not confidential in 30 TAC § 1.5(d), anyPage 8
-STP Nuclear -Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000information submitted pursuant to this permit may be claimed as confidential by the submitter. Any such claim must beasserted in the manner prescribed in the application form or by stamping the words "confidential business information" oneach page containing such information. If no claim is made at the time of submission, information may be made availableto the public without further notice. If the Commission or Executive Director agrees with the designation of confidentiality,the TCEQ will not provide the information for public inspection unless required by the Texas Attorney General or a courtpursuant to an open records request. If the Executive Director does not agree with the designation of confidentiality, theperson submitting the information will be notified.8. Facilities which generate domestic wastewater shall comply with the following provisions; domestic wastewater treatmentfacilities at permitted industrial sites are excluded.a. Whenever flow measurements for any domestic sewage treatment facility reach 75 percent of the permitted dailyaverage or annual average flow for three consecutive months, the permittee must initiate engineering and financialplanning for expansion and/or upgrading of the domestic wastewater treatment and/or collection facilities. Wheneverthe flow reaches 90 percent of the permitted daily average or annual average flow for three consecutive months, thepermittee shall obtain necessary authorization from the Commission to commence construction of the necessaryadditional treatment and/or collection facilities. In the case of a domestic wastewater treatment facility which reaches75 percent of the permitted daily average or annual average flow for three consecutive months, and the plannedpopulation to be served or the quantity of waste produced is not expected to exceed the design limitations of the---..treatinent-facility,-the-permittee-shall-submit-an-engineering-report supporting this-claim-to-the-Executive-Direttorofthe Commission.If in the judgement of the Executive Director the population to be served will not cause permit noncompliance, thenthe requirement of this section may be waived. To be effective, any waiver must be in writing and signed by theDirector of the Enforcement Division (MC 149) of the Commission, and such waiver of these requirements will bereviewed upon expiration of the existing permit; however, any such waiver shall not be interpreted as condoning orexcusing any violation of any permit parameter.b. The plans and specifications for domestic sewage collection and treatment works associated with any domestic permitmust be approved by the Commission, and failure to secure approval before commencing construction of such worksor making a discharge is a violation of this permit and each day is an additional violation until approval has beensecured.c. Permits for domestic wastewater treatment plants are granted subject to the policy of the Commission to encourage the -development of area-wide waste collection, treatment and disposal systems. The Commission reserves the right toamend any domestic wastewater pernit in accordance with applicable procedural requirements to require the systemcovered by this permit to be integrated into an area-wide system, should such be developed; to require the delivery ofthe wastes authorized to be collected in, treated by or discharged from said system, to such area-wide system; or toamend this permit in any other particular to effectuate the Commission's policy. Such amendments may be made whenthe changes required are advisable for water quality control purposes and are feasible on the basis of waste treatmenttechnology, engineering, financial, and related considerations existing at the time the changes are required, exclusiveof the loss of investment in or revenues from any then existing or proposed waste collection, treatment or disposalsystem.9. Domestic wastewater treatmentplants shall be operated and maintainedby sewage plant operators holding a valid certificateof competency at the required level as defined in 30 TAC Chapter 30.10. For Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs), the 30-day average (or monthly average) percent removal for BOD andTSS shall not be less than 85 percent, unless otherwise authorized by this permit.11. Facilities which generate industrial solid waste as defined in 30 TAC § 335.1 shall comply with these provisions:a. Any solid waste, as defined in 30 TAC § 335.1 (including but not limited to such wastes as garbage, refuse, sludge froma waste treatment, water supply treatment plant or air pollution control facility, discarded materials, discarded materialsto be recycled, whether the waste is solid, liquid, or semisolid), generated by the permittee during the management andtreatment of wastewater, must be managed in accordance with all applicable provisions of 30 TAC Chapter 335,relating to Industrial Solid Waste Management.b. Industrial wastewater that is being collected, accumulated, stored, or processed before discharge through any finaldischarge outfall, specified by this permit, is considered to be industrial solid waste until the wastewater passes throughthe actual point source discharge and must be managed in accordance with all applicable provisions of 30 TAC Chapter335.c. The permittee shall provide written notification, pursuant to the requirements of 30 TAC § 335.8(b)(1), to theCorrective Action Section (MC 127) of the Remediation Division informing the Commission of any closure activityinvolving an Industrial Solid Waste Management Unit, at least 90 days prior to conducting such an activity.Page 9 STP Nuclear 0 1 g Company.peratinTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000d. Construction of any industrial solid waste management.unit requires the prior written notification of the proposedactivity to the Registration and Reporting Section (MC 129) of the Registration, Review, and Reporting Division. Noperson shall dispose of industrial solid waste, including sludge or other solids from wastewater treatment processes,prior to fulfilling the deed recordation requirements of 30 TAC § 335.5.e. The term "industrial solid waste management unit" means a landfill, surface impoundment, waste-pile, industrialfurnace, incinerator, cement kiln, injection well, container, drum, salt dome waste containment cavern, or any otherstructure vessel, appurtenance, or other improvement on land used to manage industrial solid waste.f. The permittee shall keep management records for all sludge (or other waste) removed from any wastewater treatmentprocess. These records shall fulfill all applicable requirements of 30 TAC Chapter 335 and must include the following,as it pertains to wastewater treatment and discharge:i. Volume of waste and date(s) generated from treatment process;ii. Volume of waste disposed of on-site or shipped off-site;Wi. Date(s) of disposal;iv. Identity of hauler or transporter;v. Location of disposal site; andvi. Method of final disposal.The abo records shall be on a monthly basis. The records shall be retained at the facility site, or shallbe readily available for review by authorized representatives of the TCEQ for at least five years.12. For industrial facilities to which the requirements of 30 TAC Chapter 335 do not apply, sludge and solid wastes, includingtank cleaning and contaminated solids for disposal, shall be disposed of in.accordance with Chapter 361 of the Texas Healthand Safety Code.TCEQ Revision 05/2004Page 10 STP Nuclear 0perating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000OTHER REQUIREMENTSI. The Executive Director has reviewed this action for consistency with the goals and policies of the TexasCoastal Management Program (CMP) in accordance with the regulations of the Coastal Coordination Council(CCC) and has determined that the action is consistent with the applicable CMP goals and policies.2. Violations of daily maximum limitations for the following pollutants shall be reported orally or by facsimileto TCEQ Region 12, within 24 hours from the time the permittee becomes aware of the violation followed bya written report within five working days to TCEQ Region 12 Office and the Enforcement Division (MC 224):POLLUTANT MAL (mal1)Copper, Total 0.010Iron, Total -...--Test methods utilized shall be sensitive enough to demonstrate compliance with the permit effluent limitations.Permit compliance/noncompliance determinations will be based on the effluent limitations contained in thispermit with consideration given to the MAL for the parameters specified above.When an analysis of an-effluent sample for any of the parameters listed above indicates no detectable levelsabove the MAL and the test method detection level is as sensitive as the specified MAL, a value of zero (0)shall be used for that measurement when determining calculations and reporting requirements for the self-reporting form. This applies to determinations of daily maximum concentration, calculations of loading anddaily averages, and other reportable results.When a reported value is zero (0) based on this MAL provision, the permittee shall submit the followingstatement with the self-reporting form either as a separate attachment to the form or as a statement in thecomments section of the form."The reported value(s) of zero (0) for [list parameter(s)] on the self-reporting form for the termof this permit is based on the following conditions: 1) the analytical method used had a method detectionlevel as sensitive as the MAL specified in the permit, and 2) the analytical results contained no-detectablelevels above the specified MAL."When an analysis of an effluent sample for a parameter indicates no detectable levels and the test methoddetection level is not as sensitive as the MAL specified in the permit, or an MAL is not specified in the permitfor that parameter, the level of detection achieved shall be used for that measurement when determiningcalculations and reporting requirements for.the self-reporting form. A zero (0) may not be used.3. The discharges from sources such as reservoir relief wells, reservoir spillway gate leakage, condenser boxdrainage, ground water monitoring wells, and process monitoring instrumentation are authorized. Thesesources may discharge to the Colorado River, to the West Branch of the Colorado River, to Little RobbinsSlough and the East Fork of Little Robbins Slough.4. For Outfall 001, the discharge from the cooling pond shall not exceed 12.5% of the flow of the Colorado Riverat the discharge point and there shall be no discharge from Outfall 001 when the receiving water flow adjacentto the plant is less than 800 cubic feet per second.5. Total Residual Chlorine:The term "total residual chlorine" (or total residual oxidants for intake water with bromides) means the valueobtained using the amperometric method for total residual chlorine described in 40 CFR Part 136. Thepermittee may use the DPD spectrophotometric method (EPA Method 330.5) upon written notification of theExecutive Director, provided that EPA has modified the existing effluent limitation guidelines (40 CFR Part423) or has provided the permittee with demonstration that this new method is appropriate for use by steamelectric power generating facilities.Total residual chlorine may not be discharged from any single generating unit for more than two hours per dayunless the discharger demonstrates to the permitting authority that discharge for more than two hours is requiredfor macroinvertebrate control.Simultaneous multi-unit chlorination is permitted.Page 11 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080006. There shall be no discharge of polychlorinated biphenyl transformer fluid.7. The term "metal cleaning waste" means any wastewater resulting from cleaning (with or without chemicalcompounds) any metal process equipment including, but not limited to, boiler tube cleaning, boiler firesidecleaning, and air preheater cleaning.8. The term "chemical metal cleaning waste" means any wastewater resulting from the cleaning of any metalprocess equipment with chemical compounds, including, but not limited to, boiler tube cleaning.9. For the purposes of this permit, daily temperature discharge is defined as the flow weighted averagetemperature (FWAT) and shall be computed and recorded on a daily basis. FWAT shall be computed at equaltime intervals not greater than two hours. The method of calculating FWAT is as follows:Y.(INSTANTANEOUS FLOW X INSTANTANEOUS TEMPERATURE)_(LNSTANTANEOUS FLOW)"Daily average temperature" shall be the arithmetic average of al!_WATsealculatedduring the calender.rioiurli. ",Dailyj maximum temperature" shall be the highest FWAT calculated during the calender month.10. The term "low volume waste sources" means, taken collectively as if from one source, wastewaters from allsources except those for which specific limitations are otherwise established. Low volume waste sourcesinclude but are not limited to: wet scrubber air pollution controt systems, ion exchange wate treatment systems,water treatment evaporator blowdown, laboratory and sampling streams, boiler blowdown, floor drains, coolingtower basin cleaning wastes and blowdown from recirculating house service water systems. Sanitary and airconditioning wastes are not included.11. This provision supersedes and replaces Provision 1, Paragraph 1 of Monitoring and Reporting Requirementsfound on Page 4 of this permit.Monitoring results shall be provided at the intervals specified in the permit. Unless otherwise specified in thispermit or otherwise .ordered by the Commission, the permittee shall conduct effluent sampling and reportingin accordance with 30 TAC §§319.4 -319.12. Unless otherwise specified, a monthly effluent report shall besubmitted each month, to the location(s) specified on the reporting form or the instruction sheet, by the 25thday of-the following month for each discharge which is described by this permit whether or not a discharge ismade for that month. Monitoring results must be reported on the approved TPDES self-reporting form,Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form EPA No. 3320-1, signed and certified as required by Monitoringand Reporting Requirements No. 10.12. The mixing zone is defined as a volume within a radius of 60 feet extending over the receiving waters from thepoint where discharge from each jet port enters the Colorado River.. Chronic toxic criteria apply at the edgeof the mixing zone.13. Daily average concentration shall mean the arithmetic average (weighted by flow) of all effluent samples,composition or grab as required by this permit within a period of one calender month, consisting of at least fourseparate representative measurements. When four samples are not available in a calender month, the arithmeticaverage (weighted by flow) of the four most recent measurements or arithmetic average (weighted by flow) ofall values taken during the month shall be utilized as the daily average concentration.The provision supersedes and replaces Provision 2(a), Daily Average Concentration, as defined on page 3 ofthis permit.14. The permittee shall comply with the Cooling Water Intake regulations found in Title 40 Code of FederalRegulations Part 125, Subpart J. These regulations include, but are not limited to the following provisions:a. the permittee shall submit four copies of the Proposal for Information Collection to the Industrial Team(MC-148) of the Water Quality Division prior to the start of information collection activities, andb. the permittee shall submit four copies of the completed Comprehensive Demonstration Study (ifrequired by 40 CFR Part 125, Subpart J) to the Industrial Team (MC-148) of the Water QualityDivision no later than January 7, 2008.Page 12 .STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOO0 1908000The permittee shall meet all other applicable requirements of this regulation.15. Wastewater discharged via Outfall 001 shall be sampled and analyzed for those parameters listed onAttachment I (Tables 1, 2, and 3) of this permit for a minimum of four (4) separate sampling events which area minimum of one (1) week apart. Attachment 1 (Tables 1, 2 and 3) shall be completed with the analyticalresults for each outfall and sent to the TCEQ, Wastewater Permiting Section (MC-148), Industrial Team.Analytical testing for Outfall 001 shall be conducted with first available discharge events following permitissuance. Based on a technical review of the submitted analytical results, an amendment may be initiated byTCEQ staff to include additional effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements.Page 13 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000ATTACHMENT 1TARIr 1wOutfall No.: [IC []G Effluent Concentration m( )Pollutants Samip. 1 Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 AverageBOD (5-day)CBOD (5-day)Chemical Oxygen DemandTotal Organic CarbonAmmonia NitrogenTotal Suspended SolidsNitrate NitrogenTotal Organic NitrogenTotal-Phosphorus-Oil and GreaseTotal Residual ChlorineTotal Dissolved SolidsSulfateChlorideFluorideFecal ColiformTemperature (OF)pH (Standard Units; min/max)Effluent Concentration (tg/1) MAL (Itgfi)Total Aluminum 30Total Antimony 30Total Arsenic 10Total Barium 10Total Beryllium 5Total Cadmium ITotal Chromium 10Trivalent Chromium N/AHexavalent Chromium 10Total Copper 10Cyanide 20Total Lead 5Total Mercury 0.2Total Nickel 10Total Selenium 10Total Silver 2.0Total Thallium 10Total Zinc 5Page 14 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000ATTACHMENT ITALE 2:Outfall No.: D]C OIG Effluent Concentration (gfl) (*IPollutants Samp. 1 Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 Average. MALBenzene 10Benzidine 50Benzo(a)anthracene 10Benzo(a)pwrene 10Carbon Tetrachloride 10Chlorobenzene 10Chloroform ._10.Chrysene 10-C reso ls -------.. .-Dibromochloromethane 101,2-Dibromoethane __21,4-Dichlorobenzene 1 101,2-Dichloroethane 101 ,1-Dichloroethylene 10Fluoride 500Hexachlorobenzene 10Hexachlorobutadiene 10Hexachloroethane 20Methyl Ethyl Ketone ....._50Nitrobenzene 10n-Nitrosodiethylamine 20n-Nitroso-di-n-Butylamine 20PCB's, Total (*3) 1Pentachlorobenzene 20Pentachlorophenol 50Phenanthrene 10Pyridine 201,2,4,5-Tetrachlorobenzene 20Tetrachloroethylene 10Trichloroethylene _1011,,1 -Trichloroethane 102,4,5-Trichlorophenol 50TTHM (Total Trihalomethanes) 10Vinyl Chloride 10(*1) Indicate units if different from jig/I.(*2) MAL's for Cresols: p-Chloro-m-Cresol 10 [ig/1; 4,6-Dinitro-o-Cresol 50 lIg/l; p-Cresol 10 [ig/l(*3) Total of PCB-1242, PCB-1254, PCB-1221, PCB-1232, PCB-1248, PCB-1260, PCB-1016.Page 15 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000ATTACHMENT 1TARIE -I-Outfall No.: -0C EIG Believed Believed Effluent Concentration (mU/l) -Pollutants Present Absent Average Maximum No. of SamplesBromideColor (PCU)Nitrate-Nitrite(as N)Sulfide(as S)Sulfite(as $03)Surfactants _Total Antimony.Total Beryllium-T6tallBoro -"Total CobaltTotal IronTotal MagnesiumTotal MolybdenumTotal ManganeseTotal ThalliumTotal TinTotal Titanium -.Page 16 _STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000CHRONIC BIOMONITORING REOUTIREMENTS: MARINEThe provisions of this Section apply to Outfall 001 for whole effluent toxicity testing (biomonitoring).1. Scope, Frequency and Methodologya. The permittee shall test the effluent for toxicity in accordance with the provisions below. Such testingwill determine if an appropriately dilute effluent sample adversely affects the survival, reproduction,or growth of the test organisms.b. The permittee shall conduct all toxicity tests utilizing the test organisms, procedures, and qualityassurance requirements specified below and in accordance with "Short-Term Methods for Estimatingthe Chronic Toxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and Estuarine Organisms, ThirdEdition" (EPA-821 -R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof:1) Chronic static renewal 7-day survival and growth test using the mysid shrimp (Mysidopsisbahia) (Method 1007.0 or the most recent update thereof). A minimum of eight replicates withfive organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in each dilution. This test shall becondiimtd onc-per quarter.2) Chronic static renewal 7-day larval survival and growth test using the inland silverside(Menidia beryllina) (Method 1006.0 or the most recent update thereof). A minimum of fivereplicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in each dilution.This test shall be conducted once per quarter.The permittee must perform and report a valid test for each test species during the prescribed reportingperiod. An invalid test must be repeated during the same reporting period. An invalid test ishereindefined as any test failing to satisfy the test acceptability criteria, including Percent MinimumSignificant Difference (PMSD) boundary requirements, procedures, and quality assurancerequirements specified in the test methods and permit. All test results, valid or invalid, must besubmitted as described below.c. The permittee shall use five effluent dilution concentrations and a control in each toxicity test. Theseadditional effluent concentrations are 5%, 7%, 10%, 13%, and 17% effluent. The critical dilution,defined as 13% effluent, is the effluent concentration representative of the proportion of effluent inthe receiving water during critical low flow or critical mixing conditions.d. This permit may be amended to require a Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) limit, Chemical-Specific(CS) limits, a Best Management Practice (BMP), additional toxicity testing, and/or other appropriateactions to address toxicity. The permittee may be required to conduct additional biomonitoring testsand/or a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) if biomonitoring data indicate multiple numbers ofunconfirmed toxicity events.e. Testing Frequency Reduction1) If none of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant lethal or sub-lethaleffects, the permittee may submit this information in writing and, upon approval from the WaterQuality Standards Team, reduce the testing frequency to once per six months for theinvertebrate test species and once per year for the vertebrate test species.2) If one or more of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant sub-lethaleffects, the permittee shall continue quarterly testing for that species until four consecutivequarterly tests demonstrate no significant sub-lethal effects. At that time, the permittee mayapply for the appropriate testing frequency reduction for that species.3) If one or more of the first four consecutive quarterly tests demonstrates significant lethaleffects, the permittee shall continue quarterly testing for that species until the permit is reissued.If a testing frequency reduction had been previously granted and a subsequent test demonstratessignificant lethal effects, the permittee will resume a quarterly testing frequency for that speciesuntil the permit is reissued.Page 17 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080002. Required Toxicity Testing Conditionsa. Test Acceptance -The permittee shall repeat any toxicity test, including the control and all effluentdilutions, which fails to meet any of the following criteria:1) a control mean survival of 80% or greater;2) a control mean dry weight of surviving mysid shrimp of 0.20 mg or greater;3) a control mean dry weight for surviving unpreserved inland silverside of 0.50 mg or greater and(0.43 mg or greater for surviving preserved inland silverside.4) a control Coefficient of Variation percent (CV%) between replicates of 40 or less in the in thegrowth and survival tests.5) a critical dilution CV% of 40 or less in the growth and survival endpoints for either growth andsurvival test. However, if statistically significant lethal or nonlethal effects are exhibited at thecritical dilution,_a CV% _greater than_40 shall not'inalidatethe-test.....6) a PMSD range of 11 -37 for mysid shrimp growth;7) a PMSD range of 11 -28 for inland silverside growth.b. Statistical Interpretation1) For the mysid shrimp and the inland silverside larval survival and growth tests, the statisticalanalyses used to determine if there is a significant difference between the control and aneffluent dilution shall be in accordance with the methods described in the "Short-Term Methodsfor-Estimating the Chronic Toxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and EstuarineOrganisms, Third Edition" (EPA-821-R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof.2) The permittee is responsible for reviewing test concentration-response relationships to ensurethat calculated test-results are interpreted and reported correctly. The EPA manual, "MethodGuidance and Recommendation for Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Testing (40 CFR Part136)" (EPA 821-13-00-004) provides guidance on determining the validity of test results.3) If significant lethality is demonstrated (that is, there is a statistically significant difference insurvival at the critical dilution when compared to the control), the conditions of testacceptability are met, and the survival of the test organisms are equal to or greater than 80% inthe critical dilution and all dilutions below that, then the permittee shall report a survival NoObserved Effect Concentration (NOEC) of not less than the critical dilution for the reportingrequirements.4) The NOEC is defined as the greatest effluent dilution at which no significant effect isdemonstrated. The Lowest Observed Effect Concentration (LOEC) is defined as the lowesteffluent dilution at which a significant effect is demonstrated. A significant effect is hereindefined as a statistically significant difference at the 95% confidence level between the survival,reproduction, or growth of the test organism(s) in a specified effluent dilution compared to thesurvival, reproduction, or growth of the test organism(s) in the control (0% effluent).5) The use of NOECs and LOECs assumes either a monotonic (continuous) concentration-response relationship or a threshold model of the concentration-response relationship. For anytest result that demonstrates a non-monotonic (non-continuous) response, the NOEC should bedetermined based on the guidance manual referenced in Item 3 above and a full report will besubmitted to the Water Quality Standards Team6) Pursuant to the responsibility assigned to the permittee in Part 2.b.2), test results thatdemonstrate a non-monotonic (non-continuous) concentration-response relationship may besubmitted, prior to the due date, for technical review. The above-referenced guidance manualwill be used when making a determination of test acceptabilityPage 18 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 19080007) The Water Quality Standards Team will review test results (i.e., Table I and Table 2 forms) forconsistency with established TCEQ rules, procedures, and permit requirements.c. Dilution Water1) Dilution water used in the toxicity tests shall be the receiving water collected as close aspossible to the discharge point, but unaffected by the discharge.2) Where the receiving water proves unsatisfactory as a result ofpre-existing instream toxicity (i.e.fails to fulfill the test acceptance criteria of item 2.a.), the permittee may substitute syntheticdilution water for the receiving water in all subsequent tests provided the unacceptablereceiving water test met the following stipulations:a) a synthetic lab water control was performed (in addition to the receiving water control)which fulfilled the test acceptance requirements of item 2.a;b) the test indicating receiving water toxicity was carried out to completion (i.e., 7 days);-------.c) thepermittee-submitted all-test results-indicating-receivvmg-water-toxxicity-with-thereports--and information required in Part 3.Upon approval, the permittee may substitute other appropriate dilution water with chemical andphysical characteristics similar-to that of the receiving water.d. Samples and Composites1) The permittee shall collect a minimum of three flow-weighted 24-hour composite samples fromOutfall 001. The second and.third 24-hour composite samples will be used for the renewal ofthe dilution concentrations for each toxicity test. A 24-hour composite sample consists of aminimum of 12 effluent portions collected at equal time intervals representative of a 24-houroperating day and combined proportionally to flow, or a sample continuously collectedproportionally to flow over a 24-hour operating day.2) The permittee shall collect the 24-hour composite samples such that the samples arerepresentative of any periodic episode of chlorination, biocide usage, or other potentially toxicsubstance discharged on an intermittent basis.3) The permittee shall initiate the toxicity tests within 36 hours after collection of the last portionof the first 24-hour composite sample. The holding time for any subsequent 24-hour compositesample shall not exceed 72 hours. Samples shall be maintained at a temperature of 0-6 degreesCentigrade during collection, shipping, and storage.4) If flow from the outfall being tested ceases during the collection of effluent samples, therequirements for the minimum number of effluent samples, the minimum number of effluentportions, and the sample holding time, are waived during that sampling period. However, thepermittee must have collected an effluent composite sample volume sufficient to complete therequired toxicity tests with daily renewal of the effluent. When possible, the effluent samplesused for the toxicity tests shall be collected on separate days if the discharge occurs overmultiple days. The effluent composite sample collection duration and the static renewalprotocol associated with the abbreviated sample collection must be documented in the fullreport required in Part 3 of this Section.3. ReportingAll reports, tables, plans, summaries, and related correspondence required in any Part of this Section shallbe submitted to the attention of the Water Quality Standards Team (MC 150) of the Water Quality Division.All DMRs, including DMRs with biomonitoring data, should be sent to the Water Quality ComplianceMonitoring Team of the Enforcement Division (MC 224).a. The permittee shall prepare a full report of the results of all tests conducted pursuant to this permit inaccordance with the Report Preparation Section of "Short-Term Methods for Estimating the ChronicToxicity of Effluents and Receiving Waters to Marine and Estuarine Organisms, Third Edition" (EPA-Page 19 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000821-R-02-014), or the most recent update thereof, for every valid and invalid toxicity test initiatedwhether carried to completion or not. All full reports shall be retained for 3 years at the plant site andshall be available for inspection by TCEQ personnel.b. A full report must be submitted with the first valid biomonitoring test results for each test species andwith the first test results any time the permittee subsequently employs a different test laboratory. Fullreports need not be submitted for subsequent testing unless specifically requested. The permittee shallroutinely report the results of each biomonitoring test on the Table 1 forms provided with this permit.All Table 1 reports must include the information specified in the Table I form attached to this permit.1) Annual biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th for biomonitoringconducted during the previous 12 month period.2) Semiannual biomonitoring test results are due on or before July 20th and January 20th forbiomonitoring conducted during the previous 6 month period.3) Quarterly biomonitoring test results are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th,and January 20th, for biomonitoring conducted during the previous calendar quarter.4) Monthly biomonitoring test results are due on or before the 20th day of the month followingsampling.c. Enter the following codes on the DMR for the appropriate parameters for valid tests only:1) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TLP3E, enter a "1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."2) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TOP3E, report the NOEC for survival.3) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TXP3E, report the LOEC for survival.4) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TWP3E, enter a "I" if the NOEC for growth is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."5) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TPP3E, report the NOEC for growth.6) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TYP3E, report the LOEC for growth.7) For the inland silverside, Parameter TLP6B,enter a " 1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."8) For the inland silverside, Parameter TOP6B, report the NOEC for survival.9) For the inland silverside, Parameter TXP6B, report the LOEC for survival.10) For the inland silverside, Parameter TWP6B,enter a " 1" if the NOEC for growth is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."11) For the inland silverside, Parameter TPP6B, report the NOEC for growth.12) For the inland silverside, Parameter TYP6B, report the LOEC for growthd. Enter the following codes on the DMIR for retests only:1) For retest number 1, Parameter 22415, enter a "I" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."2) For retest number 2, Parameter 22416, enter a "1" if the NOEC for survival is less than thecritical dilution; otherwise, enter a "0."Page 20 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ00019080004. Persistent ToxicityThe requirements of this Part apply only when a test demonstrates a significant effect at the critical dilution.A significant effect is defined as a statistically significant difference, at the 95% confidence level, betweena specified endpoint (survival, growth, or reproduction) of the test organism in a specified effluent dilutionwhen compared to the specified endpoint of the test organism in the control. Significant lethality is definedas a statistically significant difference in survival at the critical dilution when compared to the survival of thetest organism in the control. Significant sublethality is defined as a statistically significant difference ingrowth/reproduction at the critical dilution when compared to the growth/reproduction of the test organismin the control.a. The permittee shall conduct a total of 2 additional tests (retests) for any species that demonstrates asignificant effect (lethal or sublethal) at the critical dilution. The two retests shall be conductedmonthly during the next two consecutive months. The permittee shall not substitute either of the tworetests in lieu of routine toxicity testing. All reports shall be submitted within 20 days of testcompletion. Test completion is defined as the last day of the test. The retests shall also be reportedon the DMRs as specified in Part 3.d.-b.-- --fhf- t-ets-.arge--e-rf-rned~due-to-a-demonstration-of.significant-lethality and-one-orboth-ofthe-two-retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall initiate the TRErequirements as specified in Part 5. The provisions of item 4.a. are suspended upon completion of thetwo retests and submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule defined in Part 5.If neither test demonstrates significant lethality and the permittee is testing under the reduced testingfrequency provision of Part I.e., the permittee shall return to a quarterly testing frequency. for thatspecies.c. If the two retests are performed due to a demonstration of significant sublethality, and one or. both ofthe two retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall againperform two retests as stipulated in item 4.a.d. If the- two retests are performed due to a demonstration of significant sublethality, and both retestspass, the permittee shall continue testing at the quarterly frequency until such time that the permittee.can invoke the reduced testing frequency provision specified in Part L.e.e. Regardless of whether retesting for lethal or sublethalIeffects, or a combination of the two, no morethan one retest per month is required for a species.5. Toxicity Reduction Evaluationa. Within 45 days of the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall submit a General Outline for initiating a TRE. The outline shall include, but not be limited to,a description of project personnel, a schedule for obtaining consultants (if needed), a discussion ofinfluent and/or effluent data available for review, a sampling and analytical schedule, and a proposedTRE initiation date.b. Within 90 days of the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall submit a TRE Action Plan and Schedule for conducting a TRE. The plan shall specify theapproach and methodology to be used in performing the TRE. A Toxicity Reduction Evaluation is astep-wise investigation combining toxicity testing with physical and chemical analysis to determineactions necessary to eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity to a level not effecting significant lethalityat the critical dilution. The TRE Action Plan shall lead to the successful elimination of significantlethal effects at the critical dilution for both test species defined in item I.b. As a minimum, the TREAction Plan shall include the following:I) Specific Activities -The TRE Action Plan shall specify the approach the permittee intends toutilize in conducting the TRE, including toxicity characterizations, identifications,confirmations, source evaluations, treatability studies, and/or alternative approaches. Whenconducting characterization analyses, the permittee shall perform multiple characterizations andfollow the procedures specified in the document entitled, "Toxicity Identification Evaluation:Characterization of Chronically Toxic Effluent, Phase I" (EPA/600/6-91/005F), or alternateprocedures. The permittee shall perform multiple identifications and follow the methodsPage 21 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOO0 1908000specified in the documents entitled, "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations,Phase II Toxicity Identification Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute and ChronicToxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/080) and "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity Identification Evaluations,Phase Ill Toxicity Confirmation Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute and ChronicToxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/08 1). All characterization, identification, and confirmation tests shallbe conducted in an orderly and logical progression;2) Sampling Plan -The TRE Action Plan should describe sampling locations, methods, holdingtimes, chain of custody, and preservation techniques. The effluent sample volume collected forall tests shall be adequate to perform the toxicity characterization/ identification! confirmationprocedures, and chemical-specific analyses when the toxicity tests show significant lethality.Where the permittee has identified or suspects specific pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluenttoxicity, the permittee shall conduct, concurrent with toxicity testing, chemical-specificanalyses for the identified and/or suspected pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluent toxicity;3) Quality Assurance Plan -The TRE Action Plan should address record keeping and dataevaluation, calibration and standardization, baseline tests, system blanks, controls, duplicates,--..----. spikes,-tox-icity-_persistenceein-:the:samplesrandomization; referencetoxicatt -cntrol ha-tsaswell as.mechanisms to detect artifactual toxicity; and4) Project Organization -The TRE Action Plan should describe the project staff, project manager,consulting engineering services (where applicable), consulting analytical and toxicologicalservices, etc.c. Within 30 days of submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule, the permittee shall implement theTRE with due diligence.d. 'Te permittee shall submit quarterly TRE Activities Reports concerning the progress of the TRE. Thequarterly reports are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th, and January 20th. The reportshall detail information regarding the TRE activities including:1) results and interpretation of any chemical-specific analyses for the identified and/or suspectedpollutant(s) performed during the quarter;2) results and interpretation of any characterization, identification, and confirmation testsperformed during the quarter;3) any data and/or substantiating documentation which identifies the pollutant(s) and/or source(s)of effluent toxicity;4) results of any studies/evaluations concerning the treatability of the facility's effluent toxicity;5) any data which identifies effluent toxicity control mechanisms that will reduce effluent toxicityto the level necessary to meet no significant lethality at the critical dilution; and6) any changes to the initial TRE Plan and Schedule that are believed necessary as a result of theTRE findings.Copies of the TRE Activities Report shall also be submitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.e. During the TRE, the permittee shall perform, at a minimum, quarterly testing using the more sensitivespecies; testing for the less sensitive species shall continiue at the frequency specified in Part 1 .b.f. If the effluent ceases to effect significant lethality (herein as defined below) the permittee may endthe TRE. A "cessation of lethality" is defined as no significant lethality for a period of 12 consecutivemonths with at least monthly testing. At the end of the 12 months, the permittee shall submit astatement of intent to cease the TRE and may then resume the testing frequency specified in Part 1 .b.The permittee may only apply the "cessation of lethality" provision once.This provision accommodate situations where operational errors and upsets, spills, or sampling errorstriggered the TRE, in contrast to a situation where a single toxicant or group of toxicants causePage 22 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000lethality. This provision does not apply as a result of corrective actions taken by the permittee."Corrective actions" are herein defined as proactive efforts which eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity.These include, but are not limited to, source reduction or elimination, improved housekeeping, changesin chemical usage, and modifications of influent streams and/or effluent treatment.The permittee may only apply this cessation of lethality provision once. If the effluent againdemonstrates significant lethality to the same species, the permit will be amended to add a WET limitwith a compliance period, if appropriate. However, prior to the effective date of the WET limit, thepermittee may apply for a permit amendment removing and replacing the WET limit with an alternatetoxicity control measure by identifying and confirming the toxicant and/or an appropriate controlmeasure.g. The permittee shall complete the TRE and submit a Final Report on the TRE Activities no later than28 months from the last test day of the retest that confirmed significant lethal effects at the criticaldilution. The permittee may petition the Executive Director (in writing) for an extension of the 28-month limit. However, to warrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated due diligencein their pursuit of the TIE/TRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their control stalled theTIE/TRE. The report shall provide information pertaining to the specific control mechanism(s)on-oeduct-i.n-9f effluent-toxicity-to-no-significant-lethality-at the critical dilution. The report will also provide a specific corrective action schedule forimplementing the selected control mechanism(s). A copy of the TRE Final Report shall also besubmitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.h. Based upon the results of the TRE and proposed corrective actions, this permit may be amended tomodify the biomonitoring requirements, where necessary, to require a compliance schedule forimplementation of corrective actions, to specify a WET limit, to specify a BMP, and/or to specify CSlimits.Page 23 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE I (SWEET 1 OF 4)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL AND GROWTHDates and TimesCompositesCollectedDate TimeNo. 1 FROM:No. 2 FROM:No. 3 FROM:DateTimeTO:TO:TO:Test initiated: anm/pm __dateDilution water used:.Receiving water___ Synthetic Dilution waterMYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL-Pei&&n PctSiram Mexecent:I ': -...* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/meanDATA TABLE FOR GROWTH OF MYSID SHRIMPAte-- -:w ":. i -b"s'Re'nl.. icateB. .. M at eihtinx-iiigansn i.ae.!?ie,. f.' -. :...- ' .: .. ..% : .:i ..:' ,'AB. .C:D .: 3*.,: ." ..Page 24 STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 2 OF 4)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVAL AND GROWTHDATA TABLE FOR GROWTH OF MYSID SHRIMP (Continued).Repliate .M. ders1.7%..-,G-MeanDyWih' -:.: -.- ... "__?"-__ ___.__Acceptable Range 11-37* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/mean1. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment)- as appropriate:Is the mean survival at 7 days significantly less (p1=0.05) than the control survival for the % effluentcorresponding to lethality?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): -YES NO2. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean dry weight (growth) at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control's dry weight(growth) for the % effluent corresponding to non-lethal effects?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): YES NO3. Enter percent effluent corresponding to each NOEC/LOEC below:a.) NOEC survival = % effluentb.) LOEC survival = % effluentc.) NOEC growth = % effluentd.) LOEC growth = % effluentPage 25 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO1908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 3 OF 4)INLAND SILVERSIDE LARVAL SURVIVAL AND GROWTH TESTDate Time Date TimeDates and Times No. I FROM: TO:CompositesCollected No. 2 FROM: TO:No. 3 FROM: TO:Test initiated: anm/pm dateDilution water used: _ Receiving water __ Synthetic Dilution water* coefficient of variation = standard deviation x 100/meanPage 26 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000TABLE 1 (SHEET 4 OF 4)INLAND SILVERSIDE LARVAL SURVIVAL AND GROWTH TESTINLAND SILVERSIDE GROWTHAv~tge ry-Wigh inMean--Percent Anwogam nr ict hmers _____I)~Effluent 1 D- B () CV% ._5%/'13A'Al Acceptable Range 11 -28*coefficient of variation =standard deviation x 100/meanWeights are for: preserved larvae, or unpreserved larvae1. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean survival at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control survival for the % effluentcorresponding to lethality?CRITICAL DIDLUTION (13%): YES NO2. Dunnett's Procedure or Steel's Many-One Rank Test or Wilcoxon Rank Sum Test (with Bonferroniadjustment) or t-test (with Bonferroni adjustment) as appropriate:Is the mean dry weight (growth) at 7 days significantly less (p=0.05) than the control's dry weight(growth) for the % effluent corresponding to non-lethal effects?CRITICAL DILUTION (13%): _ _YES _ _NO3. Enter percent effluent corresponding to each NOEC/LOEC below:a.) NOEC survival = _ ___% effluentb.) LOEC survival = _ ___% effluentc.) NOEC growth = _ ___% effluentd.) LOEC growth = % effluentPage 27 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ000190800024-HOUR ACUTE BIOMONITOR]NG REOUIREMENTS: MARINEThe provisions of this Section apply individually and separately to Outfall 001 for whole effluent toxicity testing(biomonitoring). No samples or portions of samples from one outfall may be composited with samples or portionsof samples from another outfall.I Scope, Frequency and Methodologya. The permittee shall test the effluent for lethality in accordance with the provisions in this Section.Such testing will determine compliance with the Surface Water Quality Standard, 30 TAC§307.6(e)(2)(B), of greater than 50% survival of the appropriate test organisms in 100% effluent fora 24-hour period.b. The toxicity tests specified shall be conducted once per six months. The permittee shall conduct thefollowing toxicity tests utilizing the test organisms, procedures, and quality assurance requirementsspecified in this section of the permit and in accordan e-with"Methods-for-Measuring--the-Acute-..... Effl-rits and Receiving to Freshwater and Marine Organisms, Fifth Edition"(EPA-82 1 -R-02-012), or the most recent update thereof:1) Acute 24-hour static toxicity test using the mysid shrimp (Mysidopsis bahia). A minimum offive replicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in eachdilution.2) Acute 24-hour static toxicity test using the inland silverside (Menidia beryllina). A minimumof five replicates with eight organisms per replicate shall be used in the control and in eachdilution.The permittee must perform and report a valid test for each test species during the prescribed reportingperiod. An invalid test must be repeated during the same reporting period. An invalid test is hereindefined as any test failing to satisfy the test acceptability criteria, procedures, and quality assurancerequirements specified in the test methods and permit. All test results, valid or invalid, must besubmitted as described below.c. In addition to an appropriate control, a 100% effluent concentration shall be used in the toxicity tests.Except as discussed in item 2.b., the control and/or dilution water shall consist of a standard, synthetic,moderately hard, reconstituted water.d. This permit may be amended to require a Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) limit, a Best ManagementPractice (BMP), a Chemical-Specific (CS) limit, additional toxicity testing, and/or other appropriateactions to address toxicity. The permittee may be required to conduct additional biomonitoring testsand/or a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) if biomonitoring data indicate multiple numbers ofunconfirmed toxicity events.e. If the biomonitoring dilution series specified in the Chronic biomonitoring requirements includes a100% effluent concentration, those results may fulfill the requirements of this Section. The results ofany test with a 100% effluent concentration performed in the proper time interval may be substitutedin lieu of performing a separate 24-hour acute test. Compliance will be evaluated as specified in itema. The greater than 50% survival in 100% effluent for a 24-hour period standard applies to all testsutilizing a 100% effluent dilution, regardless of whether the results are submitted to comply with theminimum testing frequency defined in item b.2. Required Toxicity Testing Conditionsa. Test Acceptance -The permittee shall repeat any toxicity test, including the control, if the control failsto meet a mean survival equal to or greater than 90%.b. Dilution Water -In accordance with item I .c., the control and/or dilution water shall normally consistof a standard, synthetic, reconstituted seawater. If the permittee is utilizing the results of a 48-HourAcute test or a Chronic test to satisfy the requirements in item L .e., the pernuttee may use the receivingPage 28 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000water or dilution water that meets the requirements of item 2.a. as the control and dilution water.c. Samples and Composites1) The permittee shall collect one flow-weighted 24-hour composite sample from Outfall 001. X24-hour composite sample consists of a minimum of 12 effluent portions collected at equal timeintervals representative of a 24-hour operating day and combined proportional to flow, or asample continuously collected proportional to flow over a 24-hour operating day.2) The permittee shall collect the 24-hour composite samples such that the samples arerepresentative of any periodic episode of chlorination, biocide usage, or other potentially toxicsubstance discharged on an intermittent basis.3) The permittee shall initiate the toxicity tests within 36 hours after collection of the last portionof the 24-hour composite sample. Samples shall be maintained at a temperature of 0-6 degreesCentigrade during collection, shipping, and storage.4) If the Outfall ceases discharging during the collection of the effluent composite sample, therequirements for the minimum number of effluent portions are waived. However, the permitteemust have collected a composite sample volume sufficient for completion of the required test.The abbreviated sample collection, duration, and methodology must be documented in the fullreport required in Part 3 of this Section.3. ReportingAll reports, tables, plans, summaries, and related correspondence required in any Part of this Section shallbe submitted to the attention of the Water Quality Standards Team (MC 150) of the Water Quality Division.All DMRs, including DMRs with biomonitoring data, should be sent to the Water Quality ComplianceMonitoring Team of the Enforcement Division (MC 224).a. The permittee shall prepare a full report of the results of all tests conducted pursuant to this permit inaccordance with the Report Preparation Section of "Methods for Measuring the Acute Toxicity ofEffluents and Receiving Waters to Freshwater and Marine Organisms, Fifth Edition" (EPA-821 -R-02-012), or the most recent update thereof, for every valid and invalid toxicity test initiated. All fullreports shall be retained for three years at the plant site and shall be available for inspection by TCEQpersonnel.b. A full report must be submitted with the first valid biomonitoring test results for each test species andwith the first test results any time the permittee subsequently employs a different test laboratory. Fullreports need not be submitted for subsequent testing unless specifically requested. The permittee shallroutinely report the results of each biomonitoring test on the Table 2 forms provided with this permit.All Table 2 reports must include the information specified in the Table 2 form attached to this permit.1) Semiannual biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th and July 20th forbiomonitoring conducted during the previous 6 month period.2) Quarterly biomonitoring test results are due on or before January 20th, April 20th, July 20th,and October 20th, for biomonitoring conducted during the previous calendar quarter.c. Enter the following codes on the DMR for the appropriate parameters for valid tests only:1) For the mysid shrimp, Parameter TIE3E, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "1."2) For the inland silverside, Parameter TIE6B, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours isgreater than 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to50%, enter a "1."Page 29 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQO0O 1908000d. Enter the following codes on the DMR for retests only:1) For retest number 1, Parameter 22415, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "2) For retest number 2, Parameter 22416, enter a "0" if the mean survival at 24-hours is greaterthan 50% in the 100% effluent dilution; if the mean survival is less than or equal to 50%, entera "4. Persistent MortalityThe requirements of this Part apply when a toxicity test demonstrates significant lethality, here defined asa mean mortality of 50% or greater to organisms exposed to the 100% effluent concentration after 24-hours.a. The permittee shall c -nduct~tw--oadditional-tests(retests)-for-each-species-thatdemonstrates-signifi-catlethality. The two retests shall be conducted once per week for two weeks. Five effluent dilutionconcentrations in addition to an appropriate control shall be used in the retests. These additionaleffluent concentrations shall be 6%, 13%, 25%, 50% and 100% effluent. The first retest shall beconducted within 15 days of the laboratory determination of significant lethality. Ail test results shallbe submitted within 20 days of test completion of the second retest. Test completion is defined as the24th hour. The retests shall also be reported on the DMRs as specified in Part 3.d.b. Ifone or both of the two retests specified in item 4.a. demonstrates significant lethality, the permitteeshall initiate the TRE requirements as specified in Part 5 of this Section.5. Toxicity Reduction Evaluationa. Within 45 days of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall submit a GeneralOutline for initiating a TRE. The outline shall include, but not be limited to, a description of projectpersonnel, a schedule for obtaining consultants (if needed), a discussion of influent and/or effluent dataavailable for review, a sampling and analytical schedule, and a proposed TRE initiation date.b. Within 90 days of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality, the permittee shall submit a TREAction Plan and Schedule for conducting a TRE. The plan shall specify the approach andmethodology to be used in performing the TRE. A Toxicity Reduction Evaluation is a step-wiseinvestigation combining toxicity testing with physical and chemical analysis to determine actionsnecessary to eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity to a level not effecting significant lethality at thecritical dilution. The TRE Action Plan shall lead to the successful elimination of significant lethalityfor both test species defined in item 1 .b. As a minimum, the TRE Action Plan shall include thefollowing:1) Specific Activities -The TRE Action Plan shall specify the approach the permittee intends toutilize in conducting the TRE, including toxicity characterizations, identifications,confirmations, source evaluations, treatability studies, and/or alternative approaches. Whenconducting characterization analyses, the permittee shall perform multiple characterizations andfollow the procedures specified in the document entitled, "Methods for Aquatic ToxicityIdentification Evaluations: Phase I Toxicity Characterization Procedures" (EPA/600/6-91/003),or alternate procedures. The permittee shall perform multiple identifications and follow themethods specified in the documents entitled, "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity IdentificationEvaluations, Phase II Toxicity Identification Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute andChronic Toxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/080) and "Methods for Aquatic Toxicity IdentificationEvaluations, Phase mI Toxicity Confirmation Procedures for Samples Exhibiting Acute andChronic Toxicity" (EPA/600/R-92/081). All characterization, identification, and confirmationtests shall be conducted in an orderly and logical progression;2) Sampling Plan -The TRE Action Plan should describe sampling locations, methods, holdingtimes, chain of custody, and preservation techniques. The effluent sample volume collected forall tests shall be adequate to perform the toxicity characterization/ identification/ confirmationPage 30 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000procedures, and chemical-specific analyses when the toxicity. tests show significant lethality.Where the permittee has identified or suspects specific pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluenttoxicity, the permittee shall conduct, concurrent with toxicity testing, chemical-specificanalyses for the identified and/or suspected pollutant(s) and/or source(s) of effluent toxicity;3) Quality Assurance Plan -The TRE Action Plan should address record keeping and dataevaluation, calibration and standardization, baseline tests, system blanks, controls, duplicates,spikes, toxicity persistence in the samples, randomization, reference toxicant control charts, aswell as mechanisms to detect artifactual toxicity; and4) Project Organization -The TRE Action Plan should describe the project staff, project manager,consulting engineering services (where applicable), consulting analytical and toxicologicalservices, etc.c. Within 30 days of submittal of the TRE Action Plan and Schedule, the permittee shall implement theTRE with due diligence.d. The permittee shall submit quarterly TRE Activities Reports concerning the progress of the TRE. Thequarterly TRE Activities Reports are due on or before April 20th, July 20th, October 20th, and January20th. The report shall detail information regarding the TRE activities including:1) results and interpretation of any chemical-specific analyses for the identified and/or suspectedpollutant(s) performed during the quarter;2) results and interpretation of any characterization, identification, and confirmation testsperformed during the quarter;3) any data and/or substantiating documentation which identifies the pollutant(s) and/or source(s)of effluent toxicity;4) results of any studies/evaluations concerning the treatability of the facility's effluent toxicity;5) any data which identifies effluent toxicity control mechanisms that will reduce effluent toxicityto the level necessary to eliminate significant lethality; and6) any changes to the initial TRE Plan and Schedule that are believed necessary as a result of theTRE findings.Copies of the TRE Activities Report shall also be submitted to the U.S. EPA Region 6 office.e. During the TRE, the permittee shall perform, at a minimum, quarterly testing using the more sensitivespecies; testing for the less sensitive species shall continue at the frequency specified in Part I .b.f. If the effluent ceases to effect significant lethality (herein as defined below) the permittee may endthe TRE. A "cessation of lethality" is defined as no significant lethality for a period of 12 consecutiveweeks with at least weekly testing. At the end of the 12 weeks, the permittee shall submit a statementof intent to cease the TRE and may then resume the testing frequency specified in Part I.b. Thepermittee may only apply the "cessation of lethality" provision once.This provision accommodate situations where operational errors and upsets, spills, or sampling errorstriggered the TRE, in contrast to a situation where a single toxicant or group of toxicants causelethality. This provision does not apply as a result of corrective actions taken by the permittee."Corrective actions" are herein defined as proactive efforts which eliminate or reduce effluent toxicity.These include, but are not limited to, source reduction or elimination, improved housekeeping, changesin chemical usage, and modifications of influent streams and/or effluent treatment.The permittee may only apply this cessation of lethality provision once. If the effluent againdemonstrates significant lethality to the same species, the permit will be amended to add a WET limitwith a compliance period, if appropriate. However, prior to the effective date of the WET limit, thePage 31 I-STP Nuclear Operating Company TPDES Permit No. WQ0001908000pennittee may apply for a permit amendment removing and replacing the WET limit with an alternatetoxicity control measure by identifying and confirming the toxicant and/or an appropriate controlmeasure.g. The pennittee shall complete the TRE and submit a Final Report on the TRE Activities no later than18 months from the last test day of the retest that demonstrates significant lethality. The permitteemay petition the Executive Director (in writing) for an extension of the 18-month limit. However, towarrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated due diligence in their pursuit of theTIE/FRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their control stalled the TIE/TRE. The reportshall specify the control mechanism(s) that will, when implemented, reduce effluent toxicity asspecified in item 5.g. The report will also specify a corrective action schedule for implementing theselected control mechanism(s). A copy of the TRE Final Report shall also be submitted to the U.S.EPA Region 6 office.h. Within 3 years of the last day of the test confirming toxicity, the permittee shall comply with 30 TAC307.6.(e)(2)(B), which requires greater than 50% survival of the test organism.in-100%_effluent-at-the---. end-of-24h-ours-The -permittee -may-p-iyfiiiithe Executive Director(in writing) for an extension ofthe 3-year limit. However, to warrant an extension the permittee must have demonstrated duediligence in their pursuit of the TIE/TRE and must prove that circumstances beyond their controlstalled the TIE/TRE.The requirement to comply with 30 TAC 307.6.(e)(2)(B) may be exempted upon proof that toxicityis caused by an excess, imbalance, or deficiency of dissolved salts. This exemption excludes instanceswhere individually toxic components (e.g. metals) form a salt compound. Following the exemption,the permit may be amended to include an ion-adjustment protocol, hlternate species testing, or singlespecies testing.Based upon the results of the TRE and proposed. corrective actions, this permit may be amended tomodify the biomonitoring requirements where necessary, to require. a compliance schedule forimplementation of corrective actions, to specify a WET limit, to specify a BMP, and/or to specify aCS limit.Page 32 A !, -STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000TABLE 2 (SHEET 1 OF 2)MYSID SHRIMP SURVIVALGENERAL INFORMATIONPERCENT SURVIVALI.Enter percent effluent corresponding to the LC50 below:24 hour LC50 = % effluent95% confidence limits:Method of LC50 calculation:Page 33 ~. ASTP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES Permit No. WQ000 1908000TABLE 2 (SHEET 2 OF 2)INLAND SILVERSIDE SURVIVALGENERAL INFORMATIONIIt Kimiie- an13pi a e~~n- .... .... ..*te u ....... "C. ....... ..II IPERCENT SURVIVALTime Rep Percent effuent(A) .0V/...... .6% 13% 25% 50% 100%A "___ _" __ "_ _-_ _._"_ _ .._ _ _ VMEAN _ _ _ _ _ ___ _1.Enter percent effluent corresponding to the LC50 below:24-hour LC50 = % effluent95% confidence limits:Method of LC50 calculation:Page 34 WR-4. TPDES permit renewal application (June 2009 and May 24, 2007, letters) Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Te$,s Pmfrd Electric GcncratinS Slatlon P.O Ba' 28-' W&ds5ýrth, Tn;7s 77483,May 24, 2007NOC-TX-07016176PFN: W02STI No. 32165797Mr. Kelly HolliganTeam Leader, Industrial Wastewater PermitsTexas Commission on Enviromnental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II RulesSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Permit No. 01908
Dear Mr. Holligan:
Thank you for meeting with my staff on May 15, 2007 to discuss the South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station (STPEGS) cooling reservoir and other wastewater discharge permitissues. Based on our discussion, STP Nuclear Operating Company (STPNOC) is submitting thefollowing information regarding the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) and the applicability of theregulations for cooling water intake structures. We are confident that the South Texas ProjectStation (STP) complies with the regulation by employing a closed-cycle recirculating coolingsystem as defined in 40 CFR § 125.93. Pursuant to 40 CFR §125.94(a)(1)(i), cooling water flowfor this facility is commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating cooling system, asdemonstrated below. Additional technical information is included in letters dated March 7, 2005and August 18, 2005 previously submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ).STP is located on 12,220-acres in Matagorda County, approximately 15 miles southwest of BayCity along the west bank of the Colorado River. The facility consists of two electric-generatingunits, which share a closed-cycle recirculating cooling reservoir. Water from the MCR is passedthrough the cooling loops of both units then returned to the MCR for heat dissipation beforecycling back through the cooling systems.The MCR is a perched, off-channel, on-site industrial cooling impoundment of approximately7,000 acres, impounding over 202,600 acre-feet of cooling water at its maximum operating level.Dikes are installed in the MCR that channel the water flow to maximize circulation time for heatdissipation before the water is recirculated back to the generating units. Blowdown from theMCR to the Colorado River has not occurred since March 1997. Should blowdown be requiredit would occur through an underground pipe that discharges back into the Colorado River. Thispoint is designated as Outfall 001 in the TPDES Permit No. 01908. The MCR is also equippedwith a gated spillway for emergency use. The MCR is not a "water of the U.S." as defined at 40CFR § 122.2. The MCR is not considered a "water of the State" based on internal and externaloutfall designations in the permit. The MCR is on private property and exists solely for Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 2industrial cooling. It is not a publicly managed water body and has no recreational uses. Thegeneral public has never had access to the NMICR nor is any planned in the foreseeable future.The only sources of new water to the MCR are direct rainfall and make-up water divertedperiodically from the Colorado River, primarily at high river flows. Water from the ColoradoRiver is pumped approximately I mile via a 108 inch pipe to the MCR. To protect inflows duringlow river flow conditions, the water right for STP includes a special provision to limit diversionfrom the Colorado River to 55% of the flow over 300 cubic feet per second, to protect inflowsduring low river flow conditions. Currently, the intake consists of irash racks, rotating screenswith 3/8 inch mesh and 4 pumps. In addition, the reservoir makeup pumping facility has thefollowing design:" The traveling water screens are flush with the river shoreline;* The maximum approach velocity to the traveling water screens is 0.5 feet per second;" Fish passageways were constructed in the wing walls between the traveling screens tofacilitate fish migration parallel to the screen surfaces; and* A sluice and discharge line was installed for the purpose of returning all impingedorganisms directly to the river, downstream of the intake structure, immediately afterbeing backwashed from the screens.The pumps are operated intermittently based on reservoir level, river flow, and the operability ofthe makeup pumping facility. A cooling reservoir evaporates less water per unit of heatdissipated than a cooling tower, thus dissolved solids build up more slowly over time. This iscomplemented by the designed seepage from the MCR, which maintains the structural integrityof the reservoir embankment. Rainfall further dilutes the dissolved solids in the MCR. Thesefactors minimize the blowdown and make-up required to maintain MCR water quality. As aresult, intake water flow for cooling purposes at STP reflects best technology available (closed-cycle recirculating systems) for minimizing adverse environmental impact.As was discussed in the May 15, 2007 meeting, several provisions of the Phase 11 rule are in theprocess of being suspended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the RegionalAdministrators have been authorized to review the applicability of the rule on a case by casebasis using Best Professional Judgment. Based on that authorization and the informationprovided, STPNOC is requesting that TCEQ designate the MCR as a closed-cycle recirculatingsystem. We are also requesting concurrence that the MCR does not meet the definition of a"water of the State". If you have any questions or require additional information, please contactMs. S. L. Dannhardt at (361) 972-8328.Sincerely,R. A. GangluffManager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health Physics Mr. Kelly FlolliganMay 24, 2007Page 3cc: Mr. Earl LottSpecial Assistant, Office of Permitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Ms. Susan JablonskiSpecial Assistant/Radioactive Waste SpecialistOffice of Pennitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087.Austin, TX 78711-3087 Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 4bcc: Correspondence, N2002 Nuclear Operating CompanySouth k12S /'rqt Ek/bic Gen,'atig o S .O Bar 28.9 Ts 77483 -A, AJune 2, 2009NOC-AE-09002433STI: 32479342U. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionAttention: Document Control DeskOne White Flint North11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852South Texas ProjectUnits 1 and 2Docket Nos. STN 50-498 and STN 50-499TPDES Permit Renewal Application 01908Please find attached a copy of the Renewal Application for the South TexasProject TPDES Permit No. 01908.Appendix B of the South Texas Project Operating License requires the NRC beprovided a copy of the application for renewal of the TPDES Permit at the sametime the application is submitted to the permitting agency.There are no commitments in this letter.If you should have any questions on this matter, please contact me at (361) 972-8328.S. L. DannhardtManager, EnvironmentalMK
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TPDES Permit Renewal Application for TPDES Permit No. 01908ffL~c/,c-~ NOC-AE-09002433Page 2cc:(paper copy)(electronic copy)Regional Administrator, Region IVU. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission612 East Lamar Blvd, Suite 400Arlington, Texas 76011-4125Mohan C. ThadaniSenior Project ManagerU.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionOne White Flint North (MS 7 DI)11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852Senior Resident InspectorU. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionP. 0. Box 289, Mail Code: MN1 16Wadsworth, TX 77483U. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionAttention: Document Control DeskOne White Flint North11555 Rockville PikeRockville, MD 20852C. M. CanadyCity of AustinElectric Utility Department721 Barton Springs RoadAustin, TX 78704A. H. Gutterman, EsquireMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLPMohan C. ThadaniU. S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionKevin HowellCatherine CallawayJim von SuskilNRG South Texas LPEd AlarconJ. J. NesrstaR. K. TempleKevin PolioCity Public ServiceJon C. WoodCox Smith MatthewsC. MeleCity of AustinRichard A. RatliffTexas Department of State HealthServicesAlice RogersTexas Department of State HealthServices STP Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Texas Project ElectricGenerating Station.TPDES Application 2009Permit 01908) Administrative Reporta STP Nuclear Operating CompanySouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Application 2009Permit 01908Application ContentsCopy of application fee checkAdministrative Report 1.0SPIFSPIF MapsBlessing SEPalacios NESouth Texas Project (aerial photo)Technical Report 1.0Worksheet 1.0Overall Flow DiagramFlow Diagram -Outfall 001Flow Diagram -Outfall 101Flow Diagram -Outfall 201Flow Diagram -Outfall 501Flow Diagram -Outfall 401Flow Diagram -Outfall 601Worksheet 2.0Laboratories Providing AnalysesWorksheet 4.0Worksheet 5.0Worksheet 11.0Correspondence letters (2) related to closed-cycle systemWater Well ReportTreatment Chemicals and MSDSsSite DrawingsSouth Texas Project (aerial photo)Plot PlanIntegrated Spill Contingency Plan Site MapUSGS MapsBlessing SEPalacios NEWadsworthMatagorda 110916BO7' i:03LLO0267O : 6301L46434? 509o,0 TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYINDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER PERMIT APPLICATIONSUBMISSION CHECKLIST -SUBMIT THIS WITH THE APPLICATIONDO NOT SUBMIT THE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLICATIONINDICATE IF THE FOLLOWING ARE INCLUDED IN THE APPLICATION. ADDITIONAL BLANKSPACES PROVIDED FOR REFERENCING APPLICANT'S ATTACHMENTS TO THEAPPLICATION.WORKSHEET Y N WORKSHEET Y NADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.0 V -WORKSHEET 7.0ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.1 1 WORKSHEET 8.0 ,SPIF 1 WORKSHEET 9.0 1TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0 / WORKSHEET 10.0 1WORKSHEET 1.0 / ORIGINAL USGS MAP 1WORKSHEET 2.0 / AFFECTED LANDOWNER MAP /WORKSHEET 3.0 1 LANDOWNER DISK OR LABELSWORKSHEET 3.1 COPY OF APPLICATION FEECHECKWORKSHEET 3.2 1 ALL FEES OWED TCEQ ARE PAID /WORKSHEET 3.3 ,* FLOW DIAGRAM /WORKSHEET 4.0 1 SITE DRAWINGWORKSHEET 4.1 1 ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHS 'tWORKSHEET 5.0 / SOLIDS MANAGEMENT PLAN "WORKSHEET 6.0 / WATER BALANCE /Note: Worksheet 11.0 Cooling Water Intake Structures is also included.Please indicate by a check mark the amount submitted for the application fee:Major MinorEPA Classification New Amend. Renewal Amend./Mod.Minor facility not subject to categoricalstandards promulgated by the EPA (40 CFR $350 $350 $315 $150Part 400-47 1)Minor facility subject to categorical standardspromulgated by the EPA (40 CFR Part 400- -$1,250 $1,250 $1,215 _ $150471) 1 1Major facility N/A* $2,050 I $2,015 $450* All facilities are designated as minors until formerly classified as a major by EPA.A COPY OF THE CHECK MUST BE SUBMITTED AS PART OF THE APPLICATIONFor Commission Use Only:Segment Number CountyExpiration Date RegionProposed/Current Permit NumberPage 1 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT 1.0- INDUSTRIALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS, RENEWAL. NEW ANDAMENDMENT. The instructions MUST BE FOLLOWED while completing the application. Failure todo so will result in significant delays in the processing of the application.Type of application: (check all that apply)New TPDES New TLAPMajor amendment to existing permit Minor modification to permit* Renewal of existing permit I Minor amendment to permitStorm water only dischargesIf applying for an amendment/modification to a permit, briefly describe the reason for the proposed amendment.1) Remove Item 14 from the Other Requirements of the permit because it refers to regulations for cooling waterintake structures that do not apply to the closed-cycle recirculating system at the facility.2) Remove Item 15 from the Other Requirements of the permit because wastewater characterization data areprovided with this application.3) Add storm water to Outfalls 101,401, 501, and 601.4) Add uncontaminated groundwater to Outfall 001.5) Allow DPD method for total residual chlorine In Item 5 in the Other Requirements of the permit.I. APPLICANT INFORMATION (instructions, Page 14)a. Facility owner*: STP Nuclear Operating Company* Owene of the facility n'ust apply for tdie panitCharter Number (issued by the Texas Secretary of State): 1459553-01Mailing address for use on the permit and permit correspondence:Street No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: 289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP Code: 77483Telephone Number: (361)972-8328Tax Identification Number issued by the State Comptroller: 1-76-0517597-9Check one: I The TCEQ has issued this Customer Reference Number to the owner. CN: 601658669The owner has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form (TCEQ-10400) listing the owner as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached to thisapplication.b. Co-Permittee information (complete only if the operator must be a co-permittee)Facility operator, n/aCharter Number (issued by the Texas Secretary of State):Mailing address for use on the permit and permit correspondence:Street No. .Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP Code:Telephone Number: Date of Birth:Tax Identification Number issued by the State Comptroller:Check one: __ The TCEQ has issued this Customer Reference Number to the owner. CN:The owner has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form (TCEQ-10400) listing the owner as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached to this* application.Administrative Report, TCEO-10411 (Revised 312009) Page 2 Provide a brief description as to the need for a co-permittee.n/ac. Individual information (complete only if the facility owner or co-permittee is an individual)Name: rkla Check one: -Male __ FemaleState Identification Number:Date of Birth:Assumed business or professional name:_Home Address:Street No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP Code:Telephone Number_Business name:Check one: The TCEO has issued this Customer Reference Number to this person. CN:This person has not yet received a Customer Reference Number. A completed Core Data Form(TCEQ-10400) listing this person as a customer and this facility as the regulated entity is attached tothis application.2. CONTACT INFORMATION (Instructions, Pages 15)Name: S.L. Dannhardt Company: STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTelephone number: (361) 972-8328 Fax number: (361) 972-7760 E-Mail: sldannhardt@STPEGS.COMStreet No. Street name: Street type:P.O. Box:289 City:Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code:77483Check one or more: _/ Administrative contact / Technical contactName: n/a Company:Telephone number: Fax number: E-Mail:Street No. Street name: __Street type:P.O. Box: City. State: ZIP code:Check one or more: _ Administrative contact Technical contact3. NOTICE INFORMATION (Instructions, Page 15)a. Individual publishing the noticesName: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No: Street name: Street type:P.O. Box: 289 City:Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 774830Industrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-1 0411 (Revised 3/2009)Page 3
- b. Method of receiving Notice of Receipt and Intent to Obtain a Water Quality Permit Package and Instructions* (Check one)v/ E-mail: E-mail address: sldannhardt@STPEGS.COMFax: Fax number:Overnight/Priority mail: (self addressed, prepaid envelope required)Regular Mail: Street No- Street name:Street type: P.O. Box: City: State: ZIP code: __c. Contact in the noticeName: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No. Street name: Street type:_P.O. Box:289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483d. Public place information(If the facility and/or outfall is located in more than one county, a public viewing place for each county must beprovided.)Location of public building: Matagorda County CourthousePublic building name: Matagorda County CourthouseStreet No. 1700 Street name: 7th Street type: StreetCity: Bay City County: Matagorda State: TX ZIP Code: 77414e. Bilingual Notice Requirements:FOR NEW PERMIT APPLICATIONS, MAJOR AMENDMENT AND RENEWAL APPLICATIONS(Not applicable for minor amendment or minor modification applications.)Please call the bilingual/ESL coordinator for the nearest elementary and middle schools and obtain the followinginformation to determine if an alternative language notice is required:1. Is a bilingual education program required by the Texas Education Code at the nearest elementary ormiddle school to the facility or proposed facility?____ Yes / No (If No, alternative language notice publication is not required; skip to item 4.FACILITY INFORMATION.)2. Are the students who attend either the elementary school or the middle school enrolled in a bilingualeducation program at that school?Yes No3. Do the students at these schools attend a bilingual education program at another location?Yes No4. Would the school be required to provide a bilingual education program but the school has waived outof this requirement under 19 TAC Section 89.1205(g)?Yes NoIndustrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 3/2009)Page 4
- 5. If the answer is yes to either 2, 3, or 4, public notice in an alternative language is required.Which language is required by the bilingual program?Name of language:(Complete instructions on publishing the alternative language notice will be available in your full public noticepackage. This section of the application is only used to determine if alternative language notice will be needed.)4. FACILITY INFORMATION (Instructions, Page 16)a. Statc/TPDES Permit No. 01908 Expiration date: December 1, 2009EPA ID. No.TX0064947 Expiration date: n/aCheck one: / The TCEQ has issued this Regulated Entity Reference Number for this facility. RN: 102395654-No Regulatory Entity Reference Number has been received for this facility. One or more completedCore Data Forms (TCEQ-10400) listing this facility as the regulated entity is attached to this pplication.b. Plant Name: South Texas Project Electric Generating StationCounty in which the facility is located: MatagordaCounty in which the outfall is located: MatagordaZIP code in which the facility is located: 77483c. Owner of treatment plant: STP Nuclear Operating Company* (see note below)Street No. Street name: P.O. Box 289 Street type:City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code:'77483d. Owner of land where treatment plant is/will be: STP Nuclear Operating Company*(If noL the sarne as the facility owner, there must be a loag r-trm lease agreement in effect for at least six years. In some case. a lease may ot usffice -see instmsctions.)Street No. Street name: P.O. Box 289 Street type:City:Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483e. Ownership of effluent disposal site: n/a(Ift not the samne as the ficility owner, there must be a long teem lease agreement in effect for at least six years.)Street No. Street name: Street type:City: State: ZIP code:f. Owner of sewage sludge disposal site: n/a(Required only ifauthneization is being sought is the permit for sludge disposal on propesty owwed/cantrollcd by the applicant.)Street No. Street name: __ Street type:City State: ZIP code:5. LOCATION INFORMATION (Instructions, Pages 17-18)a. Is the location of the facility used in the existing permit correct: *" Yes __ NoProvide an address for the facility, if available (address must be validated through the US Postal Service or yourlocal police (911 service) as a valid address. If the location description is not accurate or this is a new permitapplication, please provide an accurate description.Industrial Administrative Report, TCEO-10411 (Revised 312009) Page S*As Agent for the South Texas Project Owners, which are NRG Energy, Inc., Austin Energy, and CPS Energy.
0If no, or a new permit application, please give an accurate description:n/ab. Is the point of discharge and discharge route in the existing permit correct: / Yes NoIf no, or a new or amendment permit application, please give an accurate description:it/ac. If a TLAP, is the location of the effluent disposal in the existing permit accurate: -Yes NoIf no, or a new or amendment permit application, please give an accurate description:n/ad. lf a TLAP, provide the flow of effluent from the treatment facility to the effluent disposal site.rVae. For TLAP applications, please identify the nearest watercourse to the disposal site to which rainfall runoffmight flow if not contained: n/af. Is the location of the sewage sludge disposal site in the existing permit accurate:If no, or a new permit application, please give an accurate description:__Yes __ Non/ag. Provide anoriginal USGS Map with all required information. Indicate by a check mark that the informationSeeoUSGS maps (4): Blessing SE, Palaclos NE, Wadsworth, Matagorda;is provided, and Water Well Report./ Applicant's property boundary / Treatment plant boundaries/ Point of discharge and highlighted discharge route Effluent disposal site boundariesAll ponds Sewage sludge disposal site/ 1 mile radius and 3 miles downstream information V New and future construction0Industrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 312009)Page 6
- h. Is'the facility located in Bexar, Comal, Hays, Kinney, Medina, Travis, Uvalde, or Williamson County?Yes V NoIf yes, additional information concerning protection of the Edwards Aquifer may be required.i. Identify the name and distance to the nearest city from the facility: Wadsworth, 8 milesj. Is/will the treated wastewater discharge to a city, county, or state highway right-of-way, or a flood controldistrict drainage ditch? __ Yes 1 NoIf yes, indicate by a check mark if Authorization granted _ Authorization pendingFor new and amendment permit applications, provide copies of letters that show proof of contact and uponreceipt, the approval letter. Addtlonal USGS maps attached.k. Is the facility located on or does the treatcd cffluent cross Indian Land? -Yes V_ No6. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION (Instructions, Page 19)a. Provide two names of individuals that can be contacted during the permit term.Name: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No. Street name: _Street type:P.O. Box: 289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483Name: R. A. Gangluff Telephone number: (361) 972-7879Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Fax number: (361) 972-8273Street No. Street name: Street type:P.O. Box: 289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483b. List each person formerly employed by the TCEQ who represented your company and was paid for serviceregarding the application. n/ac. For all applications involving an average daily discharge of 5 million gallons per day or more, provide thenames of all counties located within 100 statute miles downstream of the point(s) of discharge.MatagordaIndustrial Administrative Report, TCEQ.1041 I (Revised 312009) Page 7Industrial Administrative Report TCIEQ-110411 (Revised 312009)Page7
- d. Please provide the address for receiving self-reporting/DMVR forms:Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Department: EnvironmentalName: S.L. DannhardtStreet No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box:289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483Please provide thc address for receiving Annual Billing Invoices:Company: STP Nuclear Operating Company Department: EnvironmentalName: S.L. DannhardtStreet No. Street Name: Street Type:P.O. Box: 289 City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483e. Do you owe fees to the TCEQ?Yes V No Confirmed with TCEQ database, 4-24-09.If yes, please provide the amount past due, the type of fee, and an identifying number.WADo you owe any penalties to the TCEQ?Yes / No Confirmed with TCEQ database, 4-24-09.If yes, please provide the amount past due, the type of penalty, and an identifying number.WAindustrial Adiministrative Report, TCEQ-1 0411 (Revised 312009)PaePage 8
- 7. SIGNATURE PACE (Instructions, Page 20)Chemistry, Environmental and Health1, R. A. Gangluff Physics ManagerTyped or printed name Titlecertify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction orsupervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gathered andevaluated the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, orthose persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of myknowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware there are significant penalties for submittingfalse information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for known violations.I futther certify that I am authorized under 30 Texas Administrative Code § 305.44 to sign this document andcan provide documentation in proof of such authorization upon request.Signature:_ Date:__5___/0____5P_Subscribed and Sworn to before me by the said R.A" ' , ('- on thisa. " day of t-ufct. 200$day o ,.ithe ,20ýZ [4SEAL]Notary Public4a. rn ..... 4,\ LIS J. MILLS--l Notary Publc, State of Taxu"County, Texas M1 \" .H eMy b aen,1.P-" JULY 27, 2011NOTE: If co-permittees are necessary, both entities must submit separate Signature Pages.Industrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 3/12M0)Page 9 TCEQ USE ONLY:Application type: Renewal __Major Amendment Minor Amendment NewCounty: -Admin Complete Date:Agency Receiving SP1F: Texas Historical Commission U.S. Fish and WildlifeTexas Parks and Wildlife Army Corps of Engineers8. SUPPLEMENTAL PERMIT INFORMATION FORM (SPIF) (Instructions, Page 20)This form applies to TPDES permit applications only. The SPIF must be completed as a separate document.The TCEQ will mail a copy of the SPIF to each agency as required by the TCEQ agreement with EPA. If any ofthe items are not completely addressed and/or further information is needed, you will be contacted to provide theinformation before the permit is issued. Each item must be completely addressed. DO NOT REFER TO ARESPONSE OF ANY ITEM IN THE PERMIT APPLICATION FORM. Each attachment must be provided withthis form, separately from the administrative report of the application. The application will not be declaredadministratively complete without this form being completed in its entirety including all attachmentsThe following applies to all applications:1. Permittee: STP Nuclear Operating Company2. Permit No. 01908 (NPDES Permit No./EPA ID No.) TX00649473- Address of the project (location description that includes street/highway, city/vicinity, county:Located on Farm-to-Market Road 521, approximately 10 miles north of Matagorda Bay and 12 milessouth-southwest of the City of Bay City, Matagorda County, Texas.4. Provide the name, address, telephone and fax number of an individual that can be contacted to answer specificquestions about the property:Name: S.L. Dannhardt Telephone number: (361) 972-8328Company: STP Nuclear Operating Compny Fax number: (361) 972-7760Street No.: Street name: P.O. 289 Street type:City: Wadsworth State: TX ZIP code: 77483-02895. List the county in which the facility is located: Matagorda6. If the property is publicly owned and the owner is different that the permittee/applicant, please identify theowner of the property: STP Nuclear Operating Company*7. Identify the name of the water body (receiving waters) or TCEQ segment number that will receive the discharge:Colorado River Tidal in Segment No. 1401 of the Colorado River BasinIndustrial Administrative Reporlt TCEQ-10411 (Revised 312009) Page 10As Agent for the South Texas Project Owners, which are NRG Energy, Inc., Austin Energy, and CPS Energy.
- 8. Please provide a separate 7.5 minute USGS quadrangle map with the project boundaries plotted and a generallocation map showing the project area. (This map is required in addition to the map in the administrative report)See USGS maps (Blessing SE, Palacios NE) and aerial photo (South Texas Project).9. Please provide original photographs of any structures 50 years or older on the property.There are no structures 50 years or older.10. Does your project involve any of the following? If yes, circle the appropriate letter.Yes.a. Proposed access roads, utility lines, construction easementsb. Visual effects that could damage or detract from a historic property's integrityc. Vibration effects during construction, or as a result of project designI D) Additional phases of development that are planned for the futuree. Sealing caves, fractures, sinkholes, other karst featuresV ODisturbance of vegetation or wetlands (vegetation only)11. List proposed construction impact (surface acres to be impacted, depth of excavation, sealing of caves orother karst features):The South Texas Project site has a total of 12,220 acres. Approximately 244 acres will be Impacted by theconstruction and operation of Units 3 and 4. Excavation for Units 3 and 4 will be to a depth of approximately 85feet. Isolation of the shallow aquifer will be accomplished with a slurry wail during construction. Wetlands andjurisdictional drainage ditches will be protected. There are no caves or karst features onsite.12. Describe existing disturbances, vegetation & land useThe area surrounding the South Texas Project is characterized by coastal plain with farmland and pasturepredominating. Sixty-five of the 12,220 acres are occupied by the two current power plants. Plant facilities Includea 7,000-acre cooling reservoir and a 47-acre essential cooling pond. Many smaller bodies of water onsite Includewetlands, Kelly Lake, and natural and engineered drainage ditches. Much of the land east of the reservoir is leasedfor cattle grazing. Approximately 1,700 acres remain in a more natural state as a lowland habitat. A 110-acrewetland habitat was established northeast of the power plants.The following applies only to applications for New TPDES permits and Major Amendments to TPDESPermits13. List construction dates of any buildings or structures on the property:n/a14. Provide a brief histroy of the property, and namc of the architect/builder, if known:n/aIndustrial Administrative Report, TCEQ-10411 (Revised 3120091Page 11 SSouth Texas ProjectF of MexicoWetata-or&h Technical Report TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0- INDUSTRIALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS, RENEWAL, NEW, AND AMENDMENT1. FACILITY/SITE INFORMATION (instructions, page 24)a. Describe the type of activity and general nature of your business.south Texas Project (STP) Electric Generating Station Is a nuclear fueled, steam-electric generatingfacility. Electricity Is generated from steam driven turbines.b. SIC Code(s) 4911NAICS Code(s) 221113 ,c. Describe the wastewater generating processes.Main Cooling Reservoir- Outfall 001Outfall 001 is Me discharge point for the 7,100-acre main cooling reservoir. This resetvo r Is part of the main recirculating cooling water loop used toremove heat from the steam-electric generating units. There has not been a discharge from Outfall 001 since March 1997 other than minor permittedleakage tihough the closed spillway gates and relief wells. If a discharge were to occur, blowdown from the main cooling reservoir would make up thelargest percentage of wastewater. A discharge from Outfall 001 would flow to the Colorado River (Colorado River Tidal in Segment 1401 of theColorado River Basin).All internal outfalls (Outfall 101, 201, 401, and 601) discharge to the main cooling reservoir. Outfall 501 would also discharge to the reservoir viaOutfall 101. but has not discharged since 1992.Low Volume Wastewater (Outfalla 101 and 201)Low volume wasutwator results from water treatment operations, boiler blowdown. HVAC bbowdown, floor drains and SPCC sources and theirassociated oily watet treatment system discharges, and other miscellaneous Sources. Boiler blowdown Is from one auxiliary steam boiler, released toreduce impurities In the water that can cause corrosion and boiler tube fallure. Service water Is denineralzed and regeneration of the demineralzerresin beds produces an acidic and caustic wastewater that is treated at the neutralization basins along with boiler blowdown. The floor drain systemcaptures condensate and water from production and maintenance areas that may contain oil or grease, which Is then transported to the oily wastetr"atment system where the oil is separated from the water. The first flush of storm water from production and storage area is also treated Inthe oily waste system. Other non-process storm water flow is directed through designated storm water outrfaIl.Treated Domestic Wastewater (Out lsts 401 and 601)Domestic wastewater Is treated onsite in two package treatment systems consisting of aeration, clarificaion, and disinfection. Car wash water, airconditioning condensate, HVAC cooling tower blowdown, and storm water are commingled with the domestic wastewater puior to treatment.Metal Cleaning Waste (Outfalla 501)Metal cleaning waste has not been discharged since 1992- Cleaning of metal using chemical or non-chemical liquids produces a waste that would bedischarged through Outfall 501 to the neutralization basins (Outfall 1t1). Storm water may also be discharged through Outfall 501.d. ' Provide a list of raw materials, major intermediates, and products handled at your facility.Raw Materials Intermediate Products Final Productsnuclear fuel (7440-61-1) steam electricity___________________ .1Technical Report 1.0, TCEFQ-1 0055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 1
- e. Indicate by a check mark that an attached facility map with the following information was provided with theapplication:_ _ lProduction areas, maintenance areas, materials handling areas, and waste disposal areas.I The location of each unit of the wastewater treatment plant including the location of wastewatercollection sumps and impoundments.See South Texas. Project (aerial photo), USGS maps (4), Plot Plan, Integrated Spill
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cnntingenc-y Plan Mapf. Is this a new permit application for an existing facility? __ Yes V NoIf yes, provide background discussion below., in/ag. Is the treatment facility/disposal site located above the 100-year frequency flood level?g. Is the treatment facility/disposal site located above the I100-year frequency flood level?V Yes NoList source(s) used to determine 100-year freouencv flood olain:IFIRM 485489037C, March 18, 1985.If no, provide the elevation of the 100-year frequency flood plain and describe what protective measures are in useor planned to be used to prevent flooding of the treatment facility/disposal area.m/ah. For new or amendment permit applications, will there be discharge of fill material into a water in the state forconstruction of the proposed outfall structure? Yes __ No n/aIf no, proceed to Item No. 2. If yes, has the applicant applied for a U.S. Corps of Engineers 404 Dredge andFill permit? _ Yes _ NoIf yes, provide the permit number. n/aIf no, provide the approximate date you anticipate submitting your application to the Corps. n/aTechnical Repoil 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2
- 2. TREATMENT SYSTEM (Instructions, page 25)a. List any physical, chemical, and/or biological treatment process that you use for the treatment of wastewaterat your facility. Include a description of each treatment process starting with initial treatment and finishing withthe discharge point.See table on page 3a.b. 0' Indicate by a check mark that an attached flow schematic with a water balance was provided with theapplication showing each treatment unit and all sources ofwastewater flow into the treatment plant and to eachoutfall/point of disposal.
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See flow diagrams In Worksheet 1.3. IMPOUNDMENTS (Instrctions, pages 25-27)Do you use or plan to use any wastewater lagoons, ponds, or impoundments? I Yes -NoIf yes, complete item 3(a) for existing impoundments and items 3(a)-3(f) for new or proposed impoundments. Ifno, proceed to Item No. 4.a. Provide the following information in the table provided:Designation: Indicate the appropriate use designation for each pond [Treatment (T), Disposal (D), Containment (C),or Evaporation (E)]Discharge Point: If a discharge occurs from the impoundments, designate the outfall associated with theimpoundment.Liner Information: If the impoundments are lined to comply with specifications outlined for 1) a compacted clayliner (C), 2) an in-situ clay liner (i), or 3) a synthetic/plastic/rubber liner (S), indicate the liner type with theappropriate letter designation (see instructions for further detail on liner specifications). If not, provide areference to the attachment that provides a description of the alternate liner and any additional technical informationnecessary for an evaluation.Dimensions: Provide the dimensions(s), freeboard, surface area, and storage volume capacity ofthe impoundments.For impoundments with irregular shapes, submit surface area (instead of length and width), the average depth, andthe maximum depth below natural ground level.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 3 Wastewater Treatment SystemTreatment System Outfall Unit Dimensions Treatment ProcessesMain Cooling Reservoir 001 7,000 acre pond (irregular) Heat DissipationReuse/RecycleLow Volume Waste 2-Neutralization Basins Neutralization"Metal Cleaning Wastes. 101 (300.000 gallons each) Mixing*Neutralization Basin 68' x 42' x 16' SedimentationGross Oil Separator (API) EqualizationFlotation13,000 gaxlons Skimming*Low Volume Waste 242 x 8' x ' SedimentationOily Waste Treatment System 201 Tricellerator (DAF) 3,800 gallons Dissolved air flotation9' dia x 8' Coagulation*Effluent Tank 850 gallons Multi-media Filtration5' dia x 6'2-Aeration Basins Screening63' x 12' x 11'6" Activated Sludge2 Clarifiers 16' dia x 11'6" SedimentationWest Sanitary Waste Treatment Primary Chlorine ContactSystem401 Chamber Disinfection****6"x 12'x 11'6"Secondary Chlorine ContactChamber Disinfection-*4'dia x 4'3"Organic Basin EqualizationApprox. 1.000.000 gallons Mixing*100'x 80'x 17'6" Aeration'Metal Cleaning Waste- Inorganic Basin Coagulation*Approx. 50,000 gallons Chemical Precipitation'25' x 25' x 13S3" SedimentationTreatment Tanks (possible future Not determined at thisuse) time.2-Aeration Basins Screening54'6" x 12' x 13'3" Activated SludgeTraining Sanitary Waste Treatment 601 1 -ClarifierSystem*- 20 ' 1 dier x SedimentationChlorine Contact Chamber Disinfection-*Note: Chlorine may be used intermittently to control algae growth in treatment units.Treatment process may be used based on influent characteristics.Outfall 501 is routed to Outfall 101. There have been no discharges from Outfall 501 since December 1992.*.. The West Plant is currently rated at 110,000 gallons per day (gpd) and the Training Plant at 66,000 gpd.Sanitary wastewater will increase beginning with the construction of two new electric generating units (3 and 4)and an increase in construction personnel. The physical locations of the treatment systems and Outfalls 401and 601 may change; however, the outfall descriptions in the permit would remain the same (i.e., monitoring atthe discharge from the sewage treatment plant)..... Disinfection may include sodium hypochlorite or calcium hypochlorite.ITechnical Report 1.0Page 3a Impoundment Information TablePond# 1 Pond# 2 1 Pond# 3 Pond# 4 Pond# 5Designation Organic Basin Inorganic Basin Neutralization Main Cooling Evaporation Pond(T) (D)(C)or (E) T T IT IT CDischarge PointOutfall Number 501 501 101001 noneLiner InformationLiner Type (C) (1) or (S) r1nftecU coicrnao [re~iftord concrns J rewnorced C~crete goo0 nd ceocete [nnAlt. Liner Attachment Reference n/a nfa n/a n/a n/aDimensionsLength (feet) 100 ft 25 ft 136 fl n/a fl 150 ftWidth (feet) 80 ft 25 ft 42 fl n/a ft 70 ftDepth from Water Surface 17.5 ft 13.3 ft 16 ft 25 fl 4 ftDepth from Nat. Ground Level 0 avg 0.max 0 avg 0_max D0avg 0_hax 0 avg __0 max 0avg 0 maxFreeboard (feet) >2 ft >2 ft >2 ft >2.5 ft >2 ftSurface Area (acres) 0.18 acres 0.01 acres 0.13 acres 7,000 acres 0.24 acresStorage Capacity (gallons) 1.000,000 gal. 50,000 gal. 600,000 gal. 6.6e10 gal. 314.160 gal.Pond# 6 Pond Ni _ Pond # __ Pond#- I_ Pond #__Essential CoolingDesignation Po nnd(T) (D) (C) or (E) CDischarge PointOutfall Number NoneLiner InformationLiner Type (C) (1) or (S) @oi s ct.Alt. Liner Attachment Reference n/aDimensionsLength (feet) 2,000 ft ft ft ft fiWidth (feet) 1.000 ft. fi _ _ _f flDepth from Water Surface 8 ft f _ ft ft ftDepth from Nat. Ground Level 0.avg 0.max _avg max avg max avg max ___avg ..maxFreeboard (feet) >2 ft _ ft ft ft ftSurface Area (acres) 47 acres acres acres acres acresStorage Capacity (gallons) 1.3e8 gal. __ gal. __ gal. __ gal. __ gal.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 4 n/aTHE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE REQUIRED ONLY FOR NEW OR PROPOSED IMPOUNDMENTS.b. Indicate by a check mark if any of the following data was provided with the application:(1) Synthetic/plastic/rubber liner data(2) In-situ clay liner data
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- c. Are there any leak detection systems orground watermonitoring wells in place or planned? Yes -No_ If yes, indicate by a check mark that a separate attachment was provided with the leak detection systeminformation for each pond and/or ground water monitoring well data.
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- d. Is the bottom of the pond above the seasonal high water table in the most shallow water bearing zone?Yes No___ If no, indicate by a check mark that additional information was provided describing the depth of theseasonal high water table in the most shallow water bearing zone in relation to the depth of the bottom of thenew or proposed impoundment and how this may or may not impact groundwater.e. Indicate by a check mark that the following information was provided:_ A USGS quadrangle map or a color copy of original quality and scale which accurately locates andidentifies water supply wells and/or monitor wells within /2 mile radius of the impoundments.-__ Copies of State Water Well Reports (driller's logs, completion data), and data on depths to ground waterfor water supply wells including a description of how the depths to ground water were obtained.For TLAP permit applications: _ Indicate by a check mark that the new or proposed impoundment(s)and the land application disposal area are located in the same general area and the information for this item isprovided in Worksheet 3.0 (item 8).f. __ Indicate by a check mark if any data was provided with the application pertaining to the ground water,soils, geology, etc. used to assess the potential for migration of wastes from the impoundments and/or thepotential for contamination of ground water or surface water.4. OUTFALL/DISPOSAL METHOD INFORMATION (instructions, pages 27-28)Complete the following tables to describe the location and wastewater discharge or disposal operations for eachoutfall for discharge operations and for each point of disposal for TLAP operations.For TLAP permit applications: Indicate the disposal method and each individual irrigation area (1), evaporationpond (E), or subsurface drainage system (S) by providing the appropriate letter designation for the disposalmethod followed by a numerical designation for each disposal area (e.g. evaporation pond, application area) in thespace provided for "Outfalr' designation (e.g. "El" for evaporation pond 1, "12" for irrigation area No. 2, etc.).0 -.... ,_ n. 4 fl-=. ,,nd ,oe mn.. n,.,nn, Pape 5I echnical Repos a 1.0, CE I DOM tne Sed 9 -,--
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- Location Description28 144 T58 96 101 : 0 At a point in the blowdown line prior to enteringthe Colorado RiverPermitted Flow (MCD) Proposed Flow (MGD)Dly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Duration144 120D 144 200 (hrs./day) ** (days/mo.) (mo./year)__ Pumped ! Gravity Measurement Device: estimate %If Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MCD) % of Total Flowrecirculated cooling water n/a** n/a**cooling reservoir blowdownpreviously monitored effluentsstorm watermakeup water from Colorado Riveruncontaminated groundwater*At spillway. At blowdown at the river: N2844'46!, W9500'O2.-There has been no discharge from the outfall since March 4, 1997.OUTFALL: 101Latitude
- Longitude Location Description8 47 35 9 Where low volume waste sources commingled with previously28 47 35 I monitored effluents (PME) are discharged from theneutralization basins prior to mixing with any other wastePermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MCD) streamDly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Diy Max Discharge Durationn/a Inia nia n/a n/a (hrs./day) n/a (days/mo.) !!a (mo./year)4' Pumped -Gravity Measurement Device: totalizer .Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowlow volume waste sources commingled with 0.31" 100%previously monitored effluent (PME) from themetal cleaning waste system dischargestorm water*At discharge into the MCR**Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 6ft OUTFALL: 201Latitude
- Longitude* Location Description28 17 15 96 103 107 Where low volume waste sources are discharged fromthe oily waste treatment system prior to mixing with anyPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MGD) other waste streamDly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a n/a rda n/a n/a (hrs./day) n/a (days/mo.) rIa (mo./year)/ Pumped ;_" Gravity Measurement Device: tOtalizer v_ Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowlow volume waste sources from the oily waste 0.030"* 100%treatment systemstorm water*At discharge into the MCR"Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09OUTFALL: 401Latitude
- Longitude* Location Description27 At discharge from the sewage treatment plant (WestSanitary Waste Treatment System) prior to mixing withPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MGD) any other waste stream.Dly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a n/a //a n/a (hrs./day) IVa (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)Pumped _ Gravity Measurement Device: ultrasonic 1 Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowtreated sanitary sewage commingled with 0.028" 100%car wash water andair conditioning condensatestorm water*At the discharge Into the MCR**Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 7 OUTFALL: _01Latitude* Longitude Location Description28 147 19 9 0 5 Where metal cleaning wastes are discharged prior to, mixing with any other waste streamPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MCD)Dly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a nra naa n/a (rs/day) rVa (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)Pumped __ Gravity Measurement Device: estimate j_ Intermittent Seasonal ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowmetal cleaning waste n/a** n/a*storm water*Prior to mixing with Outfall 101**There has been no discharge from this outfallsince December 1992.OUTFALL: 601Latitude
- Longitude* Location Description28 147 115 96 102 110 At discharge from the sewage treatment plant (TrainingSanitary Waste Treatment Facility) prior to mixing withPermitted Flow (MGD) Proposed Flow (MCD) any other waste streamDly Avg Dly Max Dly Avg Dly Max Discharge Durationn/a n/a n/a n/a n/a (hrs./day) nia (days/mo.) n/a (mo./year)I/ Pumped -Gravity Measurement Device: ultrasonic 1_ Intermittent Seasonal ____ContinuousContributing Wastestreams: Volume (MGD) % of Total Flowtreated sanitary sewage commingled with 0.026* 100%air conditioning condensate andHVAC cooling tower blowdownstorm water*At discharge into the MCR**Total outfall flow, average Jul 05 -Feb 09Technical Report 1.0, TCEC-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 7a
- 5. BLOWDOWN AND ONCE-THROUGH COOLING WATER DISCHARGES (Instructions, page 28)a. Does your facility use any cooling towers or boilers that discharge blowdown or other wastestreams to theoutfall(s)? V Yes __ Nob. Does your facility discharge once-through cooling water to the outfall(s)? _ Yes *" Noc. If yes to either item a or b, indicate with a check mark that the appropriate MSDS with the followinginformation for each chemical additive was submitted with the application. Note: Not all of the Items beloware included In the MSDSs./ Manufacturers Product Identification Number." Product use. (e.g., biocide, fungicide, corrosion inhibitor, etc.)_ Chemical Composition including Chemical Abstracts System (CAS) number for each ingredient.Classify product as non-persistent, persistent, or bioaccumulative.Product or active ingredient half-life.* Frequency of product use (e.g., 2 hr/day once every two weeks).* Product toxicity data specific to fish and aquatic invertebrate organisms./ Concentration of whole product in wastestream (if above item is for whole product)* Concentration of active ingredient in wastestream (if above item is for active ingredient)Please provide a summary ofthis information in addition to the submittal ofthe MSDS for each specific wastestreamand the associated chemical additives and specify which outfalls are affected.
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See "Treatment Chemicals and MSDSs."d. Cooling Towers and BoilersNumber of Units Daily Avg. Blowdown Daily Max BlowdownCooling Towers 1 cooling towers Daily Avg:7,200 gallons/day Daily Max:17,280 gallons/dayBoilers 1 boilers Daily Avg:
- gallons/day Daily Max:*__ gallons/day*4022 gpd for approximately 5 days per year.6. STORM WATER MANAGEMENT (Instructions, pages 28-29)Are there any existing or proposed outfalls which discharge storm water runoff commingled with otherwastestreams? / Yes -No. If yes, provide the following information. If no, proceed to Item No. 7.a. Provide a brief narrative description of the industrial processes and activities that occur outdoors or in some mannerthat may result in exposure of the materials to precipitation or runoff in areas where runoff is generated.Some storm water drainage from production and non-production areas is discharged throughpermitted outfalls. Some storm water drainage from production and non-production areas isdischarged under a TPDES Storm Water General Permit. For production areas, at least the first flush ofstorm water runoff from SPCC sources and production equipment areas is collected and treated by theOily Waste Treatment Systems (Outfall 201). Oil storage procedures are detailed In the facility'sIntegrated Spill Contingency Plan. Large storage tanks are located within secondary containment.Chemical storage tanks are located within secondary containment or curbed areas for spill control.Outdoor storage of equipment is limited to items that will not significantly affect storm water quality.Potential storm water contamination sources and best management practices for storm water runoffare addressed In the facility's Industrial Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.Technical Report 1.0. TCEO-1 0055 (RoviSed 9I2O06~ Page 8Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 8
- 7. DOMESTIC SEWAGE, SEWAGE SLUDGE, AND/OR SEPTAGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL(Instructions, page 29)a. Please check the appropriate method(s) ofdomestic sewage and domestic sewage sludge treatment/disposal andcomplete Attachment F if directed.Domestic sewage is not generated on-site. PROCEED TO ITEM NO. 8.Both domestic and industrial treatment sludge ARE commingled prior to use or disposal. PROCEED TOITEM NO. 8.1 Industrial wastewater and domestic sewage are treated separately and the respective sludge IS NOTcommingled prior to sludge use or disposal. COMPLETE WORKSHEET 5.0 OF THISAPPLICATION.If your facility is a POTW, COMPLETE WORKSHEET 5.0 OF THIS APPLICATION.Facility is connected to a wastewater treatment plant permitted to receive domestic sewage, or the domesticsewage is transported off-site to a permitted facility for treatment and/ordisposal. COM PLETE ITEM NO.7.B.Domestic sewage is disposed of by an on-site septic tank. COMPLETE ITEM 7.B.Other. Please provide a detailed description below.rn/ab. Provide the name and TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES Permit No- of the waste disposal facility which receivesthe domestic sewage/septage. If hauled by motorized vehicle, provide the name and TCEQ Registration No- ofthe hauler.Plant/Hauler Name Permit/Registration No.n/a8. IMPROVEMENTS OR COMPLIANCE/ENFORCEMENT REQUIREMENTS (Instructions, page 29)Is the permittee currently required to meet any implementation schedule for compliance or enforcement?Yes I NoIf yes, provide a brief summary of the requirements and a status update.n/aITechnical Repott 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Ravtsed 8/2006) Page 9Technical Report 1.0, TCECI-10055 (Revt3ed 912006)Page 9
- 9. TOXICITY TESTING (Instructions, page 30)Have any biological tests for acute or chronic toxicity been made on any of your discharges or on a receiving waterin relation to your discharge within the last three (3) years?Yes &NoIf yes, identify the tests and describe their purposes below. Please attach a copy of all tests performed that have notbeen previously sent to the TCEQ and/or EPA.The current TPOES permit contains routine blomonitoring requirements for discharges from Outfall001. However, because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, biomonltoring hasnot been required.10. OFF-SITE/THIRD PARTY WASTES (Instructions, page 30)Do you receive wastes from off-site sources for treatment in your facility, disposal on-site via land application,and/or discharge via a permitted outfall? -Yes v/ NoIf no, proceed to Item No. 11. If yes, proceed as directed.a. Indicate with a check mark that a detailed attachment with the following information was provided with theapplication:
Attachment:
n/aList of wastes received Identified sources of wastes receivedCharacterization of wastes received Name and addresses of generatorsVolumes of each waste received Description of the relationship of wasteInfo. on compatibility with on-site wastes source(s) with your facility's activities.b. Is wastewater from a TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES permitted facility commingled with your wastewater afteryour fimal treatment and prior to discharge via your final outfall/point of disposal? -Yes V NoIf yes, provide the name, address, and TCEQ, NPDES, and/or TPDES permit number of the contributing facilityand a copy of any agreements and/or contracts relating to this activity.c. Is your facility a Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) that accepts process wastewater from anySignificant Industrial User (SIU) and has or is required to have an approved pretreatment program under theNPDES/TPDES program? _ Yes ./ No If yes, complete Worksheet 6.0 of this application.11. RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS (Instructions, page 30)Are radioactive materials mined, used, stored, or processed at this facility? /' Yes NoIf yes, Provide a list of the materials and the results of one analysis of your effluent in picocuries per liter (pCi/L)for all radioactive parameters which may be present.Radioactive Materials Cone. (pCi/L)nuclear fuel (CAS no. 7440-61-1) 13,200 (tritium)Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 10 THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE ONLY REQUIRED FOR EXISTING PERMITTED FACILITIES.12. MAJOR AMENDMENT REQUESTS (Instructions, pages 30-31)Are you requesting a major amendment of an existing permit? _ Yes V_ NoIf yes, list each specific request and provide discussion on the scope of any requested permit changes.n/aIf necessary, provide supplemental information or additional data that will support the request.13. MINOR MODIFICATION REQUESTS (Instructions, page 31)Are you requesting any minor modifications to the permit? -Yes '/ No Note: see the instructions for anexclusive list of changes considered as minor modifications.If yes, list and discuss the requested changes.n/a14. MINOR AMENDMENT REQUESTS (Instructions, page 31)Are you requesting any minor amendments to the permit? V Yes -NoIf yes, list and discuss the requested changes.1) Remove Item 14 from the Other Requirements of the permit because it refers to regulations for cooling waterintake structures that do not apply to the closed-cycle recirculating system at the facility.2) Remove Item 15 from the Other Requirements of the permit because wastewater characterization data areprovided with this application.3) Add storm water to Ouffalls 101,401, 501, and 601. Storm water was listed In the 2004 TPDES renewalapplication for Outfalls 101, 401, and 601, but was not specifically described in permit. Storm water is a very smallcomponent of water that may discharge through Outfall 501 (there have been no discharges since December1992). Storm water is already listed in the final Outfall 001.4) Add uncontaminated groundwater to Outfall 001. Groundwater from excavation during construction of newelectric generating Units 3 and 4 will be routed to the Main Cooling Reservoir.5) Allow analysis of total residual chlorine by DPD spectrophotometric method (EPA Method 330.5) In htem 5 In theOther Requirements of the permiLTechnical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page I11 WORKSHEETSTO THE INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER PERMIT APPLICATION TECHNICAL REPORTPlease review the worksheet requirements in the instructions and indicate by checking either yes or no whichworksheets are required, completed, and submitted with the technical report. Worksheets that are not applicabledo not need to be submitted with the technical report.WORKSHEET COMPLETED ANDSUBMITTED WITH THETECHNICAL REPORT:YES NO1.0: EPA EFFLUENT CATEGORICAL GUIDELINES /2.0: POLLUTANT ANALYSES REQUIREMENTS /3.0: LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT 103.1: SURFACE LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT /3.2: SUBSURFACE LAND DISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT I3.3: SUBSURFACE AREA DRIP DISPERSAL SYSTEM LANDDISPOSAL OF EFFLUENT4.0: RECEIVING WATERS V/4.1: STREAM PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS WORKSHEET I5.0: SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL6.0: INDUSTRIAL WASTE CONTRIBUTION /7.0: STORM WATER RUNOFF8.0: AQUACULTURE _"9.0: CLASS V INJECTION WELL I10.0: QUARRIES IN THE JOHN GRAVES SCENIC RIVERWAY /Note: Worksheet 11.0 Cooling Water Intake Structures is also included.Technical Report 1.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 12 WORKSHEET 1.0 -EPA EFFLUENT CATEGORICAL GUIDELINESREQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR TPDES PERMITS FOR DISCHARGES OF WASTEWATERSSUBJECT TO EPA EFFLUENT LIMITATION GUIDELINES.1. CATEGORICAL INDUSTRIES (Instructions, pages 34-35)Is your facility subject to any of thc 40 CFR effluent guidelines outlined in Table I? V Yes _ NoIf yes, provide the appropriate information in the table below. If no, this worksheet is not required.Industry CFRSteam Electric Power GeneratIng 4232.a.PRODUCTION/PROCESS DATA (Instructions, page 35)Production data: Provide the appropriate data for effluent guidelines with production based effluent limitations.Subcategory Actual Quantity/Day Design Quantity/Day Unitsn/a_ __ I-_ _ I __ I _b. Organ ic Chemicals, Plastics, and Synthetic Fibers Manufacturing Data (40 CFR Part 414): Provide eachappropriate subpart and the percent of total production. Also provide the appropriate data for metal bearingwastestreams as required in 40 CFR Part 414, Appendices A and B.Subcategory % of total Appendix A and Bproduction Metal Processn/aWorksheet 1.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page I1-I
- c. Refineries (40 CFR Part 419): Provide the applicable subcategory and a brief'justification for each.n/a3. PROCESS/NON-PROCESS WASTEWATER FLOWS: Provide a breakdown of process wastewaterflow(s) and non-process wastewater flow(s) as directed. (Instructions, page 35)See flow diagrams (7) following Worksheet 1:1) Overall Flow Diagram2) Flow Diagram -Outfall 0013) Flow Diagram -Ouffall 1014) Flow Diagram -Outfall 2015) Flow Diagram -Outfall 4016) Flow Diagram -Outfall 5017) Flow Diagram -Outfall 601With respect to effluent guidelines at 40 CFR 423, the facility does not generate the following types ofwastewater: coal pile runoff, fly/bottom ash transport water, and once-through cooling water.4. NEW SOURCE DETERMINATION: Provide a list of wastewater generating processes subject to effluentguidelines and the appropriate information. (Instructions, page 35)Process EPA Guideline Date Process/ConstructionCommencedPart SubpartSteam electric power generation 423 n/aUnits 1, 2 1975Units 3,4 2009 or 2010 (projected date)NRC Combined License --2012 (projected)Warksheet 1.0, TCEO-10055 (Revised 9/2006)Page 1-2 Evaporation Steam Electricfrom cooling reservoir & impoundments Plant Use//ISurface Waterfrom the Colorado River* YIGroundwaterSouth Texas ProjectElectric:Generating StationOutfall 001OTo Colorado RiverStorm WaterOverall Water Row DiagramNotes:No discharge from this outfall since March 4, 1997Somth U=5 Ped EIý GeMM"b S5*WTPflE9PeoNwO I9s My 2W5Q 0D0 0Low Volume Wastewaterincluding wastewater from the following operations andsources:*demineraiizer regenerant wastewater;-condenser polishing regenerant wastewater;-boiler blowdown;-boiler drainage;-laboratory, instrument, and sampling sources;-well water filler backwash;-water softener regenerate;-floor drains in chemical storage containmentareas;-rinse water from triple rinsing empty chemicaldrums;-fuel handling building HVAC blowdown; and-miscellaneous low volume wastewater.recirculation line.-........................................V4tNEUTRALIZATION BASINSNeutralization*Mixing'Sedimentationssludge to landfillI Oulfoll 101I 0.3) MGD (Ju105- Fab 09 average)to Main Cooling ReservoirMetal Cleaning Waste Effluent(Outfall 501")Storm WaterNotes:Flow Diagram -Outfall 1015. T... Pm"O 11101010- U5o2TPDES Porta DNG 0Trealment may be used based on Influent qualityOutfall 501 has not discharged since December 1992.U.t 2009' 0.9sludge to incineration and/or landfill..--" filter media to landfillNoles:Treatment process may be used based on Influeni characteristicsFlow Dia gram -DOWtal 201&m "- PPMi~d Ue.kM G-b...bna nYpoes P-ydN. eio Ma 5May 9 I II-,I I ISludge to landfill .--TER ---r 1- ---Outfall 4010.028 MGD(Jul 05 -Feb 09 Average)To Main CoolingReservoir To Outfall 101Flow Diagram -Outfail 501Notes:Treatment process may be used based an influent charecledstlcsI n~A~ .. P. nus~*.nG.,..ene ~Mop 2 0S------- -------DIGESTERAerobic DigestionIOutfall 6010.026 MGD(Jul 05IITpTo Main CoolingReservoirSludge to landfill WORKSHEET 2.0 -POLLUTANT ANALYSES REQUIREMENTSREQUIRED FOR APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED FOR A TPDES PERMIT. NOT REQUIRED FORAPPLICATIONS FOR A PERMIT TO DISPOSE OF ALL WASTEWATER BY LAND DISPOSAL OR FORDISCHARGES SOLELY OF STORM WATER RUNOFF. (General Requirements: Instructions, Pages 36-37)1. TABLE 1: Complete table required for all external outfalls. (Instructions, Page 37)ISfflue. nt Connrntra 'nn IrnartlPollutants Samp. 1 Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 AverageBOD (5-day) <2 <2 <2 <2 <2CBOD (5-day) <2 <2 <2 <2 <2Chemical Oxygen Demand 44.4 43 49.4 41.5 44.6Total Organic Carbon 12.2 13.6 16.2 15.4 114.4Dissolved Oxygen -----Ammonia Nitrogen <1 <1 <1 <1 <1Total Suspended Solids 12.4 11.2 30.8 18 18.1Nitrate Nitrogen <0.5 6.93 6.96 <0.5 3.6Total Organic Nitrogen 0.75 0.210 4.76 3.5 2.3Total Phosphorus <0.05 <0.05 0.0745 <0.05 0.037Oil and Grease <5 <5 <5 <5 <5Total Residual Chlorine 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00Total Dissolved Solids 2140 2270 2440 2430 2320Sulfate 179 180 181 199 185Chloride 971 960 1020 1040 998Fluoride 0.990 0.991 0.953 1.02 0.988Fecal Coliform <1 5 <1 <1 <1 (.eomegTemperature(F) 65.7 -65.5 65.5 64.0 65.2in)pH (Standard Units; min/max)8.668.778.758.808.74Effluent Concentration (;tg/I) MAL (ILg/I)Total Aluminum 220 159 431 240 262 30Total Antimony <5 <5 5.98 <5 3.37 60Total Arsenic 11.1 10.1 15.3 10.6 11.8 10Total Barium 392 440 442 418 423 10Total Beryllium <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 5Total Cadmium <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 ITotal Chromium 5.66 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Trivalent Chromium <10 <5 <5 <5 <5 N/AHexavalent Chromium <10 <10 <1 0 <10 <10 10Total Copper <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Cyanide (total) <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20Total Lead <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 5Total Mercury <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 <0.2 0.2Total Nickel 8.64 <5 <5 <5 4.04 10Total Selenium 13.4 5.28 7.76 12.6 9.76 10Total Silver <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 2.0Total Thallium <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Total Zinc <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 5*Because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, samples were taken from the MainCooling Reservoir for effluent characterization, as allowed per the application instructions (pg. 1j7).Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006) rage 2-1
- 2. TABLE 2: Complete table required for all external outfalls which discharge process wastewater. Partialtable required for all external outfalls with nonprocess wastewater discharges. Storm waterrunoff discharges commingled with other wastestreams shall complete the table as instructed(Instructions, Page 37).Outfall No.: 001 EJCIOG Effluent Concentration (ig/l) (*])Pollutants Samp. 1 Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 Avera2e MAL (ttg/I)Benzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Benzidine <20 <20 <20 <20 <20 1;0Benzo(a'anthracene <5 <5 <5 <5 <S 0Bertzo(a)pvrene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Carbon Tetrachloride <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Chlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Chloroform <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Chrvsene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Cresols <5 <5 <5 <5 <5Dibromochloromethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 101.2-Dibromoethane <2 <2 <2 <2 <2 21,4-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 1 11.2-Dichloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10I.l-Dichloroethvlene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 !0Fluoride (mg/L) 0.990 0.991 0.953 1.02 0.988 SooH<exachlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I(Hexachlorobutadiene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 U)Hexachloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20Methyl Ethyl Ketone <20 <20 <20 <20 <20 50Nitrobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 IQn-Nitrosodiethylamine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20n-Nitroso-di-n-Butvlamine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 20PCB's. Total (*3) <1 <1 <1 <1 <1 IPentachlorobenzene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 ?0Pentachlorophenal <25 <25 <25 <25 <25 soPhenanthrene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 10Pyridine <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 201.2.4.5-Tetrachlorobenzene <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 20Tetrachloroethylene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 I0Trichloroethvlene <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 101 Jl-Trichloroethane <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 l02,4.5-Trichlorophenol <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 so"rHM (Total Trihalomethanes) <5 <5 <5 <5 <5 1 0Vinyl Chloride <10 <10 <10 <10 <10 10(*1) Indicate units if different from ptg/l.(*2) MAL's for Cresols: p-Chloro-m-Cresol 10 tg/l; 4,6-Dinitro-o-Cresol 50 Vg/l; p-Cresol 10 gg/l(*3) Total of PCB-1242, PCB-1254, PCB-1221, PCB-1232, PCB-1248, PCB-1260, PCB-1016.Wocksheet 2.0. TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-2
- 3. TABLE 3: Partial table (only those pollutants which are required by the conditions specified) requiredfor each external outfall. Not required for internal outfflls. (Instructions, Page 38)a. TRIBUTYLTIN:Is your facility or will your proposed facility be an industrial/commercial facilities which directly disposes ofwastewater from the types of operations listed below or a domestic facilities which receive wastewater from thetypes of industrial/commercial operations listed below? _ Yes v/ NoIf yes, indicate with a check mark all ofthe following criteria which apply and provide the appropriate testing resultsin the table below._ Manufacturers and formulators of tributyltin or related compounds.Painting of ships, boats and marine structures.___ Ship and boat building and repairing.Ship and boat cleaning, salvage, wrecking and scaling.___ Operation and maintenance of marine cargo handling facilities and marinas_ Facilities engaged in wood preserving___ Any other industrial/commercial facility for which tributyltin is known to be present, or for which there isany reason to believe that tributyltin may be present in the effluent.b. ENTEROCOCCIDoes your facility or will your proposed facility discharge directly into saltwater receiving waters?/' Yes NoIf yes, provide the appropriate testing results in the table below.TABLE 3Outfall No.: Z -']C G Effluent Concentration (ItP/)Pollutants SamD. 1 SamD. 2 Samn. 3 Samo. 4 Averane MAL (uP/1)Tributyltin n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.010Enterococci ..... N/A*Outfall 001 discharges to Segment No. 1401 Colorado River Tidal. For bacteriologic analyses, fecalcoliform was analyzed (see Table 1) to be consistent with TPDES permit requirements (OtherRequirements, Item 15).00Worksheet 2.0, TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-3
- 4. TABLE 4: Complete table required for all external outfalls which discharge process wastewater and otherwastewaters, which may contain pesticides or herbicides, from a facility which manufacturesor formulates pesticides or herbicides. Not required for internal outfalls. (Instructions, Page38)Does your facility manufacture or formulate pesticides or herbicides?If yes, provide the appropriate testing results.TABLE 4Yes / NoOutfall No.: EIC CG Effluent Concentration (ja/1) (*I) MALPollutants Samp. I Samp. 2 Samp. 3 Samp. 4 Ave. (pg/l)Beta-hexachlorocyclohexane 0.05Carbaryl 5Chlordane 0.15Chlorpyrifos .... 0.052,4-D 10Danitol ---4,4'-DDD 0.14,4-DDE 0.14,4'-DDT 0.1Demeton 0.2Diazinon 0.5Dicofol 20Dieldrin 0.1Diuron 0.09Endosulfan I (alpha) 0.1Endosulfan 1I (beta) 0.1Endosulfan Sulfate 0.1Endrin 0.1Gamma -Hexachlorocyclohexane (Lindane) .._0.05Guthion 0.10Heptachlor 0.05Heptachlor Epoxide 1.0Hexachlorophene 10Malathion 0.10Methoxychlor 2.0Mirex 0.2Parathion _0.1Toxaphene 52.4,5-TP (Silvex)_ 2* Indicate units if different from mg!L.0Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Re-Ased 912006)Page 2-4
- 5. TABLE 5: Complete table required for all external outfalls. Not required for internal outfalls.(Instructions, Page 38)TABLE 5Outfall No.: 001" IC WIJG Believed Believed Effluent Concentration (ma/1)Pollutants Present Absent Average Maximum No. of SamplesBromide x 7.03 7.11 4Color(PCU) x 102 151 4Nitrate-Nitrite(as N) x <0.5 <0.5 4Sulfide(as S) X 0.034 0.0601 4Sulfite(as SO,) x ...Surfactants x 0.122 0.158 4Total Antimony x 0.00337 0.00598 4Total Beryllium x <0.004 <0.004 4Total Boron x 1.26 1.36 4Total Cobalt x <0.005 <0.005 4Total Iron X 0.130 0.223 4Total Magnesium x 83.0 87.6 4Total Molybdenum x 0.0360 0.117 4Total Manganese x 0.0235 0.0304 4Total Thallium x <0.005 <0.005 4Total Tin X <0.05 <0.05 4Total Titanium "_ x <0.02 <0.02 4*Because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, samples were taken from the MainCooling Reservoir for effluent characterization, as allowed per the application instructions (pg. 37).-EPA 200.7 used for titanium analysis.*Initial test results for suffites ranged from 24-52 mg/L, but are believed to be false positives due tomatrix interference. These samples were collected from the Main Cooling Reservoir. It is an open airImpoundment where oxygen in the water would readily oxidize sulfite to sulfate. Dissolved oxygen wasmeasured in the recirculating loop from the reservoir following the sulfite analyses and found to be over5 mg/L, indicating that no sulfite could be present.Worksheet 2.0. TCE3-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-5
- 6. TABLE 6: Indicate with a check mark any of the industrial categories applicable to your facility. If testingis required, indicate with a check mark in the box provided that the testing results for theappropriate parameters in Table B-7 are provided with the application. (Instructions, Page 39)N/A (C/MNS Testino RnllirdtVVr H88 _ Adhesives and Sealants___ Aluminum Forming_ Auto and Other LaundriesBattery Manufacturing_ Coal Mining_ Coil CoatingCopper Forming__ Electric and Electronic Components___ Electroplating___ Explosives Manufacturing___ FoundriesGum and Wood ChemicalsSubparts A,B,C,ESubparts D,FInorganic Chemicals_ Iron and Steel Manufacturing_ Leather Tanning/Finishing_ Mechanical Products ManufacturingNonferrous Metals Mfg._ Ore Mining(Subpart B)Organic Chemicals, Plastics, and Synthetic Fibers_ Paint and Ink Formulation___ Pesticides_ Petroleum Refining_ Pharmaceutical PreparationsPhotographic Equipment and Supplies_ Plastic and Synthetic Materials Manufacturing_ Plastic Processing-Porcelain Enameling_ Printing and Publishing_ Pulp and Paperboard MillsSubparts ASubparts B,C,D,R__Subparts F,G H,I,K,L,M,N,O,PSubparts E,Q,S,T-Subparts J,URubber ProcessingSoap and Detergent ManufacturingV Steam Electric Power Plants__Textile Mills (Not Subpart C)_ Timber Products ProcessingVolatileYes "iYes "]Yes LiYes E"NoYes --Yes IDYes ELYesi--NoYes --Yes E-Yes ELYes--IYesF--Yes[-Yes LIYes '-NoYes ELYes F-'Yes ElYes !]Yes "'Yes -'Yes ELYes--NoYcsflYesLiYes -'Yes IDYes E]Yes 1--Yes W]Yes LiYes LiAcidYes E]Yes[[]Yes ELNoNoYes [-Yes ['-Yes --YesYes flYes EYes --Yes EI-Yes --Yes E1-Yes E--Yes F-1Yes 1--Yes F--Yes ElYes []Yes LiNoYes[--Yes LiYesNoNoYesf-Yes--Yes-Yes LiYesl-Yes LiYes[-"Yes flYes '7Yes[-]Yes 1"-Base/NeutralYes E"Yes []Yes ELYes ELNoYes FiYes E-"Yes D-Yes 1-"YesYes HLNoYes "'Yes LIYes -]Yes'--Yes FLYes [--NoYes ELYesYes LiNoYes --Yes IDYes ELNoNoYes ELPesticidesNoNoYes-]NoNoNoNoYes ENoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoYes F-ENoYes[-NoYes ELNoNoNoYesv-iNoNoYes EL* EL Yesf-]* F-1 * --*E L Yes --]Yes -"
- F-"Yes M NoYes Ei NoNo NoYes EL NoYes["l Yes D-* Test if "believed present"Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-6
- 7. TABLE 7: Please complete as directed and only for those parameters specified in Table 6. Required forall external outfalls which contain process wastewater. Not required for internal outfalls.Testing may be required for types of industry not specified in Table 6 for specific parametersif believed present (Instructions, Page 39).TABLE 7Outfall No.: 001" LC 12) Effluent Concentration (awl) *Polutants Average Maximum No. of Samples MAL (go)VOLATILE COMPOUNDSAcrolein <50 <50 4Acrylonitrile <10 <10 4 50Benzene <5 <5 4 t0Bromoform <5 <5 4 10Carbon Tetrachloride <5 <5 4 10Chlorobenzene <5 <5 4 10Chlorodibromomethane <5 <5 4 toChloroethane <10 <10 4 502-Chloroethylvinl Ether <10 <10 4 10Chloroform <5 <5 4 10Dichlorobromomethane <5 <5 4 101,l-Dichlomethane <5 <5 4 101,2,-Dichloroethane <5 <5 4 101,l-Dichloroethylene <5 <5 4 101,2-Dichloropropane <5 <5 4 101.3-Dichloropropylene <5 <5 4 10Ethylbenzene <5 <5 4 10Methyl Bromide <10 <10 4 50Methyl Chloride <10 <10 4 50Methylene Chloride <5 <5 4 201,1,2,2-Tewrachlorocthane <5 <5 4 10Tetrachloroethylene <5 <5 4 10Toluene <5 <5 4 101,2-Trans-Dichlorocthylene <5 <5 4 101, 1, 1 -Trichloroethane <5 <5 4 101, 1,2-Trichloroethane <5 <5 4 10Trichloroethylene <5 <5 4 10Vinyl Chloride <10 <10 4 10*Because there have been no discharges from Outfall 001 since 1997, samples were taken from theMain Cooling Reservoir for effluent characterization, as allowed per the application instructions (pg.37).Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-7 Effluent Concentration (ag/) S fPollutants Average Maximum No.of Samples MAL (Ag/i)ACID COMPOUNDS2-Chlorophenol <5 <5 4 102,4-Diehlorophenol <5 <5 4 102.4-Dimethvlphenol <5 <5 4 104.6-Dinitro-o-Cresol <25 <25 4 502.4-Dinitroohenol <25 <25 4 502-Nitrophenol <5 <5 4 204-Nitroohenol <25 <25 4 50P-Chloro-m-Cresol <5 <5 4 10Pentachlorophenol <25 <:25 4 50Phenol <5 <5 4 102.4.6-Trichlorophenol <5 <5 14 10BASE/NEUTRAL COMPOUNDSAcenaphthene <5 <5 4 10Acenaphthvlene <5 <5 4 10Anthracene <5 <5 4 10Benzidine <:2o <20 4 50Benzo(a)Anthracene <5 <5 4 10Benzo(a)Pvrene <5 <5 4 103.4-Benzofluoranthene <5 <5 4 10Benzo(ghi)Pervlene <5 <5 4 20Benzo(k')Fluoranthene <5 <5 4 10B is(2-Chloroethoxv) Methane <:5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Chloroethvl) Ether <5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Chloroisopropvi)Ether <5 <5 4 10Bis(2-Ethylhexvl)Phthalate <5 <5 4 104-Bromophenyl Phenyv.Ether <5 <5 4 10Butvlbenzvl Phthalate <5 <5 4 102-chloronaohthalene <5 <5 4 104-chlorophenvi phenyl ether <5 <5 10Chrvsene <5 <5 4 10Dibenzo(ah)Anthracene <5 <5 4 201.2-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 101.3-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 101.4-Dichlorobenzene <5 <5 4 103.3-Dichlorobenzidine <10 <10 4 50Diethvl Phthalate <5 <5 4 I0Dimethyl Phthalate <5 <5 4 10Di-n-Butyl Phthalate, <5 <5 4 102.4-Dinitrotoluene <5 <5 4 10Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 9W2006)Page 2-8 Effluent Concentration (6iIM) *Pollutants Average Maximum No. of Samples MAL (pg/I)BASE/NEUTRAL COMPOUNDS (conm)2,6-Dinitrotoluene <5 <5 4 10Di-n-Octyl Phthalate .<5 <5 4 101,2-Diphenyl Hydrazine (as Azobenzene) <5 <5 4 20Fluoranthene <5 <5 4 10Fluorene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorobenzene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorobutadiene <5 <5 4 10Hexachlorocyclopentadiene <5 <5 4 10Hexachloroethane <5 <5 4 20Indeno(I,2,3-cd)pyrene <5 <5 4 20Isophorone <5 <5 4 10Naphthalene <5 <5 4 10Nitrobenzene <5 <5 4 10N-Nitrosodimethylamine <5 <5 4 50N-Nitrosodi-n-Propylamine <5 <5 4 20N-Nitrosodiphenylaminc <5 <5 4 20Phenanthrene <5 <5 4 10Pyrene <5 <5 4 101,2,4-Trichlorobenzene. <5 1<5 4 10PESTICIDESAldrin n/a 0.05aIpha-BHC n/a 0.05beta-BHC n/a 0.05gamma-BHC n/a 0.05delta-BHC n/a 0.05Chlordane n/a 0.154,4,-DDT n/a 0.14,4,-DDE n/a 0.14,4,-DDE n/a 0.1Dicldrin n/a 0.1alpha-Endosulfan ........ n/a 0.1beta-Endosulfan n/a O.IEndosulfan Sulfate n/a 0.1Endrin n/a 0.1Endrin Aldehyde n/a 0.1Heptachlor n/a 0.05Worksheat 2.0, TCEQ-iOO55 (Revised W2006)Page 2-9 Effluent Concentration (PP/A)Pollutants Average Maximum No. of Samples FMAL (F gl)PESTICIDES (cont.) _Heptachlor Epoxide n/aPCB-1254 <1 <1 4 1.0PCB-1221 <1 <1 4 1.0PCB- 1242 < _ _ <1 4PCB-1232 <i <1 4 1.0PCB- 1248 <1 _ <1 4 1.0PCB-1260 <l <1 4 1.0PCB-1016 <1 <1 4 1.0Toxaphene I _n/a 5.0Indicate units if different from Rg/!Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-1 0055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-10
- 8. TABLE 8 (DIOXINSIFURAN COMPOUNDS): Please complete as directed. Not required for internal outfalls.(Instructions, Pages 39-40)a. Are any of the following compounds manufactured and/or used in a process at the facility?_ Yes / NoIf yes, indicate with a check mark the compound(s) which apply and provide a brief description of the conditions ofits/their presence at the facility.-2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy acetic acid (2,4,5-T) CAS #93-76-52-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) propanoic acid (Silvex, 2,4,5-TP) CAS #93-72-1__2-(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) ethyl 2,2-dichloropropionate (Erbon) CAS #136-25-4_____ 0,0-dimethyl 0-(2,4,5-rrichlorophenyl) phosphorothioate (Ronnel) CAS #299-84-3____ 2,4,5-trichlorophenol (TCP) CAS #95-954_ Hexachlorophene (HCP) CAS #70-30-4b. Do you know or have any reason to believe that 2,3,7,8 Tetrachlorodibenzo-P-Dioxin (TCDD) or any congenersof TCDD may be present in your effluent? __ Yes V NoIf yes, provide a brief description of the conditions for its presence.nlac. If your responded yes to either item a or b, complete Table 8 as instructed.TABLE 8Outfall E3C fl]G Wastewater SludgeEquivalent Concentration Equivalents Concentration EquivalentsCompound Factors (ppq) (ppq) (ppt) (ppt) MAL (ppq)2,3,7,8-TCDD 1 10.0I,2,3,7,R-PeCDD 0.5 50.02,3,7,8-HxCDDs 0.1 50.02,3,7,8-TCDF 0.1 10.01,2,3,7,8-PeCDF 0.05 50.02,3,4,7,8-PeCDF 0.5 50.02,3,7,8-HxCDFs 0.1 50.0TotalWorksheet 2.0. TCEO-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-11
- 9. TABLE 9 (HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES): Proceed complete as directed. Not required for internal outfalls.(Instructions, Pages 41)a. Are there any pollutants listed in the instructions (page 41) believed present in the discharge?Yes / Nob. Are there pollutants listed in Item No. I.d. on Page No. 1 of this technical report which are believed present inthe discharge and have not been analytically quantified elsewhere in this application? __- Yes / NoIf your responded yes to either item, complete Table 9 as instructed.TABLE 9Pollutant & CAS Number Average Maximum No. of Analytical(jIg/i) (Wig/I) Samples Methodn/a0Worksheet 2.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 2-12 STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES 01908 ApplicationMay-09Laboratories Providing AnalysesParameters LaboratoryField analyses (temperature, pH, total STP Nuclear Operating Companyresidual chlorine) (permittee)SPL Inc.All others 8880 Interchange DriveHouston, TX 77054(713) 660-09010Worksheet 2.0Page 2-13 WORKSHEET 4.0 -RECEIVING WATERSTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS!. DOMESTIC DRINKING WATER SUPPLY (Instructions, Page 54)Is there a surface water intake for domestic drinking water supply located within 5 (five) miles downstream fromthe point/proposed point of discharge? __ Yes V NoIf yes, identify owner of the drinking water supply, the distance and direction to the intake, and locate and identifythe intake on the USGS map. Indicate by a check mark that the requested information is provided:2. DISCHARGE INTO TIDALLY INFLUENCED WATERS (Instructions, Page 54)a. Width of the receiving water at the outfall? -300 feetb. Are there oyster reefs in the vicinity of the discharge? __ Yes V NoIf yes, indicate approximate distance and direction from outfall(s): n/ac. Are there any sea grasses within the vicinity of the point of discharge? __ Yes V/ NoIf yes, provide the distance and direction to the grasses: n/a3. CLASSIFIED SEGMENT (Instructions, Page 54)Is the discharge directly into (or within 300 feet of) a classified segment? v' Yes __ No (See note* below.)'From Outfall 001, the discharge flows through a pipe -1 mile directly to the Colorado River.If yes, stop here. It is not necessary to complete items 4 and 5 and it is not necessary to complete Worksheet 2.1.If no, complete items 4 and 5.4. DESCRIPTION OF IMMEDIATE RECEIVING WATERS (Instructions, Page 55)Name of the immediate receiving waters: n/aa. Check the appropriate description of the receiving watersMan-made Channel or DitchStream or creekLake or PondSurface area acres. Average depth of the entire water body __ feetAverage depth of water body within a 500-foot radius or the discharge point __ feet___ Freshwater Swamp or Marsh___ Tidal Stream, Bayou, or Marsh___ Open BayOther:If a man-made channel, ditch or stream was checked above, provide the following:b. Check one of the following that best characterizes the area upstream of the discharge. For new discharges,characterize the area downstream of the discharge (check one)._ Intermittent (dry for at least one week during most years)___ Intermittent with Perennial Pools (enduring pools containing sufficient habitat to maintain significantaquatic life uses)___ Perennial (normally flowing)Worksheet 4.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006)Page 4-1 Check the method used to characterize the area upstream (or downstream for new dischargers): USGS flowrecords,__ personal observation, _ historical observation by adjacent landowner(s), _ others, specify:c. List the name(s) of all perennial streams that join the receiving water within three miles downstream of the.discharge point:n/ad. Do the receiving water characteristics change within three miles downstream of the discharge? (e.g., natural orman-made dams, ponds, reservoirs, etc.) _ Yes __ NoIf yes, discuss how:e. Provide general observations of the water body during normal dry weather conditions:n/aDate and time ofobservation: _l/aWas water body influenced by storm water runoff during observations?Yes No5. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF WATER BODY (Instructions, Page 55)a. Is the receiving water upstream of the discharges or proposed discharge site influenced by (check as appropriate):oil field activities urban runoff_ agricultural runoff___ upstream dischargeseptic tanks__ Others, specify belowb. Uses of water body, observed or evidences of (check as appropriate):__ livestock watering contact recreationnon contact recreation __ fishing__ domestic water supply __ industrial water supplyothers- snecifv below__ irrigation withdrawal__ navigation__ picnic park activitiesc. Check one of the following to best describe the aesthetics of the receiving water and the surrounding area:Wilderness: outstanding natural beauty; usually wooded or unpastured area: water clarity exceptionalNatural Arc : trees and/or native vegetation common; some development evident (from fields,pastures,dwellings); water clarity discoloredCommon Setting: not offensive, developed but uncluttered; water may be colored or turbidOffensive: stream does not enhance aesthetics; cluttered; highly developed; dumping areas; water discoloredWaitsheot 4.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 91200)aPage 4-2 WORKSHEET 5.0 -SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSALTHE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS THAT MEET THECONDITIONS AS OUTLINED IN TECHNICAL REPORT 1.0, ITEM NO. 7.1. SEWAGE SLUDGE SOLIDS MANAGEMENT PLAN (Instructions, Page 58)a. Is this a new permit application or an amendment permit application? -Yes v' Nob. Does the facility discharge in the Lake Houston watershed? _ Yes V' NoIf yes to either item a or b, _ indicate by a check mark that a solids management plan was provided with theapplication.2. SEWAGE SLUDGE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL (Instructions, Pages 58-59)a. Please check the current sludge disposal method(s). More than one method can be checked.V Permitted landfill Marketing and distribution by the permiittee-Registered land application site Composted by the permitteeSurface disposal site (sludge monofill)Transported to another WWTP (written statement or contractual agreement required)Beneficial land application as authorized in the existing permitb. Disposal site name, TCEQ Permit/Registration Number and County where disposal site is located:Blue Ridge Landfill, Fort Bend County, permit no. 1505c. Method of Transportation (truck, train, pipe, other) and hauler Registration Number:truck, Aqua Zyme Services, registration no. 21480Transported in: liquid semi-liquid _ semi-solid 9' solid stateLand application for: Reclamation Soil Conditioningd. Ifthe existing permit contains authorization for sludge land application, composting, marketing and distributionof sludge, and/or sludge lagoons and authorization to renew the activity is being sought in the application, theappropriate sections of the Sludge Technical Report must be provided.3. PERMIT AUTHORIZATION FOR SEWAGE SLUDGE DISPOSAL (Instructions, Page 59)Are you requesting new authorization to beneficially land apply sewage sludge at this site or a site under your directcontrol? Yes %/ NoAre you requesting new authorization to market and distribute sewage sludge at this facility or a facility under yourdirect control? Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to compost sewage sludge? __ Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to surface dispose sewage sludge at this site or site under your direct control?Yes V NoAre you requesting new authorization to incinerate sewage sludge at this site or site under your direct control?Yes %/ NoIf yes to any of the above items, provide the information required in the SLUDGE TECHNICAL REPORT.New authorization for beneficial land application, incineration, and sludge lagoons in the TPDES or TLAP permitsrequires a mawor amendment to the permit. New authorization for composting may require a major amendment to thepermit. See the instructions for an explanation whether a major amendment is required or if authorization forcomposting can be added through the renewal process.Worksheet 5.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 912006) Page 5-1 WORKSHEET 11.0 -COOLING WATER INTAKE STRUCTURESREQUIRED FOR ALL INDIVIDUAL TPDES PERMIT APPLICATIONS FOR:" MANUFACTURING FACILITIES CONSTRUCTED ON OR AFTER JANUARY 17, 2002* ALL POWER GENERATING FACILITIES40 CFR Part 125, Subparts I and J regulate the cooling water intake structure(s) certain at power generation andmanufacturing facilities. 40 CFR Part 125, Subparts I and J should be thoroughly reviewed prior to completingany portion of this worksheet.1. Phase I Facilitiesa. ApplicabilityPlease answer the following:Facility Yes No N/Ai. Is this facility def'ied as a new facility? /ii. Is this a point source that uses/proposes to use a cooling waterintake structure to withdraw cooling water from waters of the /United States?iii. Does the facility have at least one cooling water intake structurethat uses >25% of the water it withdraws for cooling purposes /(average monthly basis)?iv. Does the facility have a design intake flow _>2 MGD? "If yes to all of the questions, 316(b) Phase I is applicable to this facility and you will need tocontinue to Item 1.b. If no or N/A to any of the questions, stop here.b. Compliance AlternativePlease indicate the compliance alternative selected for this facility.Corn plance Alternative Selectedi. Track I, facilities withdrawing a 10 MGDii. Track I, facilities withdrawing _ 2 MGD and <1 0 MGDiii. Track IIc. Application RequirementsThe 316(b) Phase I Compliance Report has been submitted with this permit application as
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n/aPlease complete the table provided, indicating with an "x" that the information has been submitted.*"ew facility means any building, structure, facility, or installation that meets the definition of a "new source" or "new discharger" in 40 CFR 122.2 and122.29(bXl ), (2), and (4) and is a greenfleld or stand-alone facility; commences construction after January 17, 2002; and uses either a newlyconstructed cooling water Intake structure, or an existing cooling water intake structure whose design capacity is increased to accommodate theintake of additional cooling water. New facilities Include only "greenfield" and "stand-alone" facilities. A greenfield facility is a facility that Isconstructed at a site at which no other source Is located, or that totally replaces the process or production equipment at an existing facility (see 40CFR 122.29(b)(1)(1) and (i1)). A stand-alone facility is a new, separate facility that is constructed on property where an existing facility is located andwhose processes are substantially independent of the'existing facility at the same site ( see 40 CFR 122.29(b){1)(iii)). New facility does not include newunits that are added to a facility for purposes of the same general industrial operation (for example, a new peaking unit at an electrical generatingstation).0Worksheet 11.0, TCEQ-100S5 (Revised 0912006)Page 1 1- 1 316(b) Phase I Compliance Demonstration Requirements'The Design and Construction Technology Plan is required ONLY where:there are threatened and endangered or otherwise protected federal, state, or tribal species, or critical habitatfor these species, within the hydraulic zone of influence of the cooling water intake structure;ORbased on information submitted by any fishery management agency(ies) or relevant information, there aremigratory and/or sport or commercial species of impingement concern that pass through the hydraulic zoneof influence of the cooling water intake structure;ORit is determined, based on information submitted by any fishery management agency(ies) or other relevantinformation, that the proposed facility, after meeting the technology-based performance requirements in 40CFR §125.84(b)(1), (2), and (3) would still contribute unacceptable stress to the protected species, criticalhabitat of those species, or these species of concern.Worksheet 11.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 0912006)Page 11-2
- 2. Phase [I Facilitiesa. ApplicabilityPlease answer the following:Yes No N/Ai. Does this facility, as its primary activity, generate/transmit orgenerate/sell for transmission electric power?ii. Was the facility constructed prior to January 17, 2002? /iii. Is this a point source that uses/proposes to use a cooling waterintake structure to withdraw cooling water from waters of the /United States?iv. Does the facility have at least one cooling water intake structurethat uses >25%.of water withdrawn used exclusively for cooling /purposes (monthly average basis)?v. Does the facility have a design intake flow of>50 MGD? I/If yes to al_ of the questions, 316(b) Phase 11 is applicable to this facility and you will need tocontinue to Item L.b. If no or N/A to anv of the questions, stop here.b. Compliance AlternativePlease indicate the compliance alternative selected for this facility.Compliance Alternative Selected(1) (i) Flow reduced commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating system.(ii) Maximum through-screen design intake velocity reduced to 0.5fl/sec.(2) Existing design/construction technologies, operational measures, and/orrestoration measures meet the performance standards specified at 40 CFR§ 125.94(b) and/or the restoration requirements in 40 CFR § 125.94(c).(3) New in combination with existing design/construction technologies,operational measures, and/or restoration measures meet the performancestandards specified at 40 CFR § 125.94(b) and/or the restoration requirementsin 40 CFR § 125.94(c).(4) Approved design and construction technology in accordance with 40 CFR-_§ 125.99(a) or (b).(5) Site-Specific Determination of Best Technology Available(i) Costs significantly gr~e.ater than those considered by EPA (cost/cost)(ii)[ Cost significantly greater than benefits (cost/benefit)c. Application RequirementsThe 316(b) Phase II Compliance Report has been submitted with this permit application as
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See the attachled etterm lollowing this page:1) Letter from STP Nuclear Operating Company to Mr. Kelly Holligan, Texas Commission on Environmental OualilTy (TCEO). May24. 2007.2) e from Mr. Kelly Holligan. TCEO to STP Nuclear Operating Company, June 27, 2007.Please complete the table provided, indicating with an "x" that the information has been submitted.316(b) Phase II Compliance Demonstration Requirements0Worksheet 11.0, TCEQ-10055 (Revised 09/2006)Page 11 -3 0rr T146 CFR_~l2Z.2i Cnmnr~ha~n~iv~ DenIfln~tratlom1 Study ICI)S~Compliance Optioni)(ii),2340CFR§122.21(r)Com rehensive Demonstration Study (CDS)*0UD.I-U4242042U,U,I-U910Uý0.S00In.101Technology&conmpliance assessmentinformation00-4U4Information to support site-specificdetermination of best technologyavailable for minimizing adverseenvironmental impact0::0U,U'0>~.f.0C'sc's0I-.QL=rn/'00tC0I ...-II44 _ _ __'This compliance alternative demonstrates compliance with impingement perlormance standards only. Where entrainment performance standards are applicable,please also select a separate compliance alternative for entrainment and submit all applicable data,2The PIC is submitted ONLY where a FINAL PIG has not been previously submitted to the TCEQ."'l'he Restoration Plan is submitted ONLY where the facility proposes restoration measures.4Thc Verification Monitoring Plan is submitted ONLY where the facility proposes design and construction technologies and/or operational measures.Workshee 11.0, TCEQ-10055 (Reviscd 09)2006)Page 11-4 Nuclear Operating CompanySouh R d ckcw c .rL- t Szauan P0 .ar 2*2 b Traw 77483 .May 24, 2007NOC-TX-07016176PFN: W02STI No. 32165797Mr. Kelly HolliganTeam Leader, Industrial Wastewater PermitsTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Re- Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase II RulesSouth Texas Project Electric Generating StationTPDES Permit No. 01908
Dear Mr. Holligan:
Thank you for meeting with my staff on May 15, 2007 to discuss the South Texas ProjectElectric Generating Station (STPEGS) cooling reservoir and other wastewater discharge permitissues. Based on our discussion, STP Nuclear Operating Company (STPNOC) is submitting thefollowing information regarding the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) and the applicability of theregulations for cooling water intake structures. We are confident that the South Texas ProjectStation (STP) complies with the regulation by employing a closed-cycle recirculating coolingsystem as defined in 40 CFR §125.93. Pursuant to 40 CFR §125.94(a)(1)(i), cooling water flowfor this facility is commensurate with a closed-cycle recirculating cooling system, asdemonstrated below. Additional technical information is included in letters dated March 7, 2005and August 18, 2005 previously submitted to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ).STP is located on 12,220-acres in Matagorda County, approximately 15 miles southwest of BayCity along the west bank of the Colorado River. The facility consists of two electric-generatingunits, which share a closed-cycle recirculating cooling reservoir. Water from the MCR is passedthrough the cooling loops of both units then returned to the MCR for heat dissipation beforecycling back through the cooling systems.The MCR is a perched, off-channel, on-site industrial cooling impoundment of approximately7,000 acres, impounding over 202,600 acre-feet of cooling water at'its maximum operating level.Dikes are installed in the MCR that channel the water flow to maximize circulation time for heatdissipation before the water is recirculated back to the generating units. Blowdown from theMCR to the Colorado River has not occurred since March 1997. Should blowdown be requiredit would occur through an underground pipe that discharges back into the Colorado River. Thispoint is designated as Outfall 001 in the TPDES Permit No. 01908. The MCR is also equippedwith a gated spillway for emergency use. The MCR is not a "water of the U.S." as defined at 40CFR § 122.2. The MCR is not considered a "water of the State" based on internal and externaloutfall designations in the permit. The MCR is on private property and exists solely for Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 2industrial cooling. It is not a publicly managed water body and has no recreational uses. Thegeneral public has never had access to the MCR nor is any planned in the foreseeable future.The only sources of new water to the MCR are direct rainfall and make-up water divertedperiodically from the Colorado River, primarily at high river flows. Water from the ColoradoRiver is pumped approximately I mile via a 1 0 inch pipe to the MCR. To protect inflows duringlow river flow conditions, the water right for STP includes a special provision to limit diversionfrom the Colorado River to 55% of the flow over 300 cubic feet per second, to protect inflowsduring low river flow conditions. Currently, the intake consists of trash racks, rotating screenswith 3/8 inch mesh and 4 pumps. In addition, the reservoir makeup pumping facility has thefollowing design:" The traveling water screens are flush with the river shoreline;* The maximum approach velocity to the traveling water screens is 0.5 feet per second;* Fish passageways were constructed in the wing walls between the traveling screens tofacilitate fish migration parallel to the screen surfaces; and" A sluice and discharge line was installed for the purpose of returning all impingedorganisms directly to the river, downstream of the intake structure, immediately afterbeing backwashed from the screens.The pumps are operated intermittently based on reservoir level, river flow, and the operability ofthe makeup pumping facility. A cooling reservoir evaporates less water per unit of heatdissipated than a cooling tower, thus dissolved solids build up more slowly over time. This iscomplemented by the designed seepage from the MCR, which maintains the structural integrityof the reservoir embankment. Rainfall further dilutes the dissolved solids in the MCR. Thesefactors minimize the blowdown and make-up required to maintain MCR water quality. As aresult, intake water flow for cooling purposes at STP reflects best technology available (closed-cycle recirculating systems) for minimizing adverse environmental impact.As was discussed in the May 15, 2007 meeting, several provisions of the Phase II rule are in theprocess of being suspended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the RegionalAdministrators have been authorized to review the applicability of the rule on a case by casebasis using Best Professional Judgment. Based on that authorization and the informationprovided, STPNOC is requesting that TCEQ designate the MCR as a closed-cycle recirculatingsystem. We are also requesting concurrence that the MCR does not meet the definition of a"water of the State". If you have any questions or require additional information, please contactMs. S. L. Dannhardt at (361) 972-8328.Sincerely,R A. GangluffManager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health Physics Mr. Kelly HolliganMay 24, 2007Page 3cc: Mr. Earl LottSpecial Assistant, Office of Perm;it-ing, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087Ms. Susan JablonskiSpecial Assistant/Radioactive Waste SpecialistOffice of Permitting, Remediation & RegistrationTexas Commission on Environmental QualityP.O. Box 13087Austin, TX 78711-3087 Kathleen Hartnett White, Chairman /Larry R. Soward, Commissioner _ , .H. S. Buddy Garcia, Commissonrter ,.Glenn Shankle, Executive DirectorTEXAS COMMISSION ON. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYProtecting 7eras by Reducing and Preventing PollutionJune 27, 2007Mr. R.A. Gangluff, Manager, ChemistryEnvironmental and Health PhysicsSTP Nuclear Operating CompanyP.O. Box 289Wadsworth, Texas 77483Re: Cooling Water Intake Structures Phase !I Rules; South Texas Project Electric Generating Station;TPDES Permit No. WQOOO 1908000.
Dear Mr. Gangluff:
I received your letter dated May 24, 2007, requesting that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) bedesignated as a closed-cycle recirculating system and as not water in the state.The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) does not have an official method of"designating" a facility's operation as a closed-cycle recirculating system. However, we have reviewedthe information you submitted and based on our best professional judgement, we consider your facility tobe a closed-cycle recirculating system. As mentioned in your letter, the federal rule governing the 316(b)Phase II cooling water intakes is currently in the process of being suspended. For the time being,implementation of the 316(b) requirements will be based on best professional judgement (BPJ) andsubject to EPA Region VI review.We also concur that the Main Cooling Reservoir (MCR) at your facility does not meet the definition ofwater in the state.If you have any questions, please contact me at (512) 239-2369.Sincerely,Kelly Holligan, LeaderIndustrial TeamWater Quality DivisionKH/jpP.O. Box 13087
- Austin, Texas 78711-3087
- 512-239-1000 a Internet address: www.tceq.state.tx.us Attachments TMVps BANIZ(S Water Well ReportENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DMVSION OF THE BANKS GROUP Map of Wells within I Mile(s)9W94IU,II,SAO ° One inch = 0.39 mileso : Sc'moot E State9Centary ]Lc. Aes,, One-Mile Radius Around Outfall NSL-ftedACCESS HwY m WOWpn Sp.aoPnon,-t , Rairoa duo,,atua Oom 001 Blowdown at RivSecondary Hwhvy Churcht WMt. Roads Trat I u-- txrsoehold Banks Environmental Data[ Hogta arse -MirVy 1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 787017 Tower Custod, t PH 512-478-0059 FAX 512-478-1433
rtTMB( Water Well ReportjjENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DIVISION OF THE BANKS GROUP DETAILS.p-~ i~) 0wnero Wl Ty ofel Dpthj :Cmp~iet 'od~Lttd~Dil~L-"1 101055 .... Gen Miller Domestic 720 87/2006 -95.99694 28ý74499-2 80-24-302, Southeem Minerals Corp. blank ., -96.0075 28.74499 View. U>3 80-i6-9 Two River Cattle Co. Domestic 130 11/21/2001 -96.00105 28.7547' View3 8-816 9 .T-_VoRivwerCatt6 -Co 130. 11/21/2001 _ 096;O101 28.75478 View3 80-16-9 Two River Cattle Co. Domestic 130 11/2112001 -96.00113 28.75478 Vie.w81-17-1 Jane Cox,-, Domestic .140 ,,8115/1999 ,-95.99007 2.7 35 j5 G1610019A. EXOTIC ISLE SUBDIV Public Supply 548 -96.00111 28.75916WATER SYSTEM.5 80-16-903 Exotic Isle Subd PUBLIC 548 -96.00138 28.75944', .SUPPLY5 8950 Exotic'Isle Home Owners Public Supply 330 3/20/2002 -96.00138 28.75972AssociationAS1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701PH 512.478.0059 FAX 512.478.1433 E-mail banks@banksinfo.com 0CROSS REFERENCE SHEETNo"e or Subject Cg-O,,;DDoteLocated Well DataTA 80-24-302RegoadingElecyric LogSEEIftme or subjectGW- SCELECTRIC LOG FILEQ-665B-152(62-1)0 Send ofigins: ompy ty cr.nled reawun rat.pl raquired rel INRCC, MC 177. P.O. Box 1307, A.tin, TX 78711431W.4VTTENTMIN OWNER: Carddentieliy Texas WaiterWell Drillers ANvoutry Counellrkge fOiI on on rena State Texas me177For olfO*Ter'rc~yfjork)P.O. Box 1WO87waG Qwi°er copy+ (p"k) 'WELL REPORT AiusinTl78711-39S512.239-0530iNMie) (Strele or RFDI (City) (Sl.re) (Zip)2) ADDRE W , ,, GRI D /t__t(Strdeet, W.D Or oDler) (Gil) (SiAXc) VZi3).3) TYPE9FWDRK(Chocl): 4) PAOPOSEDUSE.(Check): fl Monitor 0 Enviionmrtntal, Sollo.'t i' 5)0Wel 0 DeeWlng f IndmrTal [] Irrnlgat'cn Injection [- PtfllcStpply Q) De-walerIng L-) lOSte4SE: Ractir.ioning Li fluqggg If'PubtikSupplywel. were plans subtrrledtoiheTNRCC? .'- Yga -No8) WELL LO: OLA4NETER OF HOLE 7) DRILLING MEhODJo0hoek): [] DrivenDa ta.e;p/) () From. M) To) 50 AirRawry Sfl'iRotary C. Boredr -17 surface a -', CabteTo'"l L Prom (ft.) To (iL) IDteeplpion and color of formiton materiel 0) Borehole (Cheek): 0 Open Mi-e D Stflght Wallgo -A~c r] Underreerred 52 Gravel Fadrod [j1 Other -II Gravel Pa:ckd pive n-.erv, .. Irotm h. to .... it747j- to .Sffy# ____ CASING. BLANK PIPE, AND WELL SCIIEEN DATA:____________________ --NW Stea", Piesteb. etc. Sewtn (ft I GageDid. or Per'., Slled. etc. CasingO-) S creentflg,1cor -ersI Ftc n Ta Screenj--4A-U.m9) CBMEN11NGDATA WMA~? _ ft Io t (I.o _ ftNo.CfsCUSedM~tiitdttft, It .-aIt. No.c'sackauxowl__ __Cenvanteam -ownMerthod olwerifloaatrnc!sbai dialiince. 5 ..A...s.IL.6L.......(Use reverse as/ie or wao Cent, copy. r necaesa."y)13) TYPE PUMP: R r+/-L"j Turbtrie rja VS.i -eible C. CyirdarrI-nrerr...... ....... ,--:. :- .:L;;iW)evtUo pumpb t.wls, cytd0F. let, rc., __- ft.19) SURFACE COMPLETION -,o oc.lloc Surface S 3, I'l.d eRule 338.ii 2 2002[3 Spec:fled Steel Sleeve InjPed !RuLt 331. A )p/pproved Malrnative Ptcur Used[R.k M18.71V14) WELL TESTS:Typ.cSl: Pumpg C) Baler ld Eeeinerrn ....< I15) wATER QUALITY:Dut you kcowtngy penerter. n y m trata wric' cariined undesttabtecoratiuerl ?j Yes &'No U ys, slmb, "REPORT OF ULMDESIRABLE WATER'TypeW o ,ler? -_ Depth Was a ctr'talerrinaysis ma:7 I j Yt* Li Ný11) WATER LEYVEL-rStatic level _ _' It+. boowlarlduface Catre -Artesian he.w_ ___ gp.m. DGae ' "12) PACKERS: Type DqW.I ilby ý,,rcify tral this WDll was mied cy ame (:r under my supoer/Icnn) tlhao a,, and wat:o the s .ttc herein are ;ra- to vie be fI rrttt kno.eRdge and I..ajncersand O,'Iaira: ean mpt uc tp~ivlof ltcraL 1ra l~crae~iligsbi~rcturralIc to: wpletL'e and cbpttt/. .-COMPANYNM E P1 >116 M WELL DRILLER'S LICENSE INOD.ADDRESS ADIS w&7 2bW __.. ............. (CITY).... ....................... (imto)... .. .. ..... .f cered Well , (ric"gJtPued Drile Trainea)-Plea-a attach olacule trog. lgcnenaitl and other prtlInent Inlormallon, if availa ble.DI N eR,-01 E9 (00 v. 05-21- 9)Wnlre .T-hRCC Ye&;cw- DRILLER Pik -WELL OWNERý4 el 5-2 VO I .I .<-)- -.... S.dolvei~ co4 kat CDbyC04*l'ld ratirlO raoelge ratireimed Mai, MtBCC, MC 117, P.O. Box 13057, Austin, TX 78711-3067.n4DlkfTIENTIONOflt CoState of Texa Texas Waere Wall 01111crv Adv¶;oq C~utoilOrtdvftp NAm.7 on on teveme side.Saeo ea MC. 177o~Wfl twr ~WELL REPORT Auztln.TiXh787-30871) OWNERT-00 if MEW 7'&ft 4tLe~ ADDRIESS 20/ _A? L~ bK / 1 7 )r2) AEM Name) (Stre,0oeRfO) (CR~Y) (State) (ZIP)________________ -#X0 GRD)Stresl RFDt~ orhetwa (CMly (ivle) PPlp,3) TYPEJ WOflK(Ch90k4:;Zf ý1 -Dwarfning0 c ple t c'r-9 C2 pkwggrg4) PMOPOSEDUSE(Cheok): 0 Mor&hor .1 Environentoral SoilBoring y'esomesicrtj tndusLial :I Iftrigtion 0 Ilactoz. 0l Pubilolcupply [3 Do-wwoe1rg C1 TodwutIf PubloSuplywell. war* plAns st ed to If,*T.NRCC7 D Yes C No7) DRILUNG METHOD(.kc): C D.-.%o Al ROWY MAZVI RotaryOMrl"am.eyr r3 CableTool J0,l1d0 __ _ _ _From Ill.) To (ft.) Descrption and color of formaiontelitaifreiB) *onrhoje Cotpletuofl CIeCk): rj Ot ýW# o* ca.2l~ight WallIf Gratvel P.!:kcd G*Vo l~IcrW l fr __________ '1. 0 _______ -I-CASING. BLANK PIPE, AND WELL SCREEN DATA;010.('A)NJewof.%feel, Nlas~. etc.p'ea., Vzotd. Inc.sevem ig.. if coflm7o!chSallingilt4GapeCasingScreen4- + ~- I A + -~-- -.---~- 4NotIV' Vt:-~/ 1/(....... ______,__1 _ //Z i-]9) GEMENT'INODATA. e330.44VCnRe*Tvr.Ie 1-n -____ No _____ft. l~~~csed/Diefwote t3 saoti,- sysfan field Ones or otltor cowacnlreted contanrrl.'uon _i,.M-eirmo olver.fcailar. of above elsteý,e_ ___________(bee rewsre wda ttf r/cO Ownre~ copy. If necessay)131 TYPEPWAMP!lj Turthce E: Jet t /Sjljtuble C: CyirolerM oltherDeprhI Uto pum bowls, G hyrear. jet, eCC- _____ ft.10) SUJRFACE COMPLETIONO o;aifliadSurlacc Slab h1001000 (RUl23Z3.44.'21(A'.L] Pilleus5A~apfe'Usoc jRrvht330.44(3](t:)]14) WELL TESTS:Tirosfalif 0 PnMC 0 5Pc11" V/416d ) Est vrff5_____ ppw~w-th ____ldnsvdoewrvafter -tva.15) WATEFIQUALflYý.Oldyou hrvcrwlfnit, enarafe any~ Strata which Contained undesirablecons:ituarre71I1 yes PI". lfy.e,xubýiEPORTOFU'~r-SifPAFOEWATFnflWas a rCfo-X 3rsla"11 Made? 12, I'C5 0 No11) WATEAIelEVFLJ.StatizlevelL.L..... -f. level~wLn suaeAyfes'art tkw_________ SPnDaote-D3r1e ....12) PACKERS: Iype Ihearey u'Mrfy Iflal U06 well was drild4oIb rro (v! w.Cm mry suparvr..on) and (ivu each and all of ft., 1cvroter.5 haroin ure I've to trko bestcf my unOvetr~e otd belief. Iun&rser~md llba- lflrs~re fo .rpl ihnle~1thru 15 wili rmsRl In thre Ir~g() hr.i.1 ieumed fccmr 'ciAted rew.sibilfaI.COPANY NAMiE 8A1k~i~% 11 VAtE~t W O/C6 L' WELL DRILLER'S LICENSE NO. (~P ' __o S RF)(~rty) tstwo)9`1v~)L/ / \.~ (Signed)____ ______________(W. er -d) Patrofe~arPica". artamh etearic lee. ehandcal t aryeia and other pertinene t inormation, it hwailsbIe.-*INRCC ~i59 (Re. 00.21 90) LVytife-TIJRCC Viv-D~!Ll.~R ~rrk- VJ~tL OWUER ~ ~"-INnCC-01-9 (Rev- 06-21-96)0Xnk -WEL L 0IW4EF?Ytrh;ow-Dr?!L1.rR L4 . Sewa or.M.Il co'py koer h. roLlm recempl rewuswsed m:t tNRCC, BC 177, P.O. Box 1307, Autdn.TX 78711I-304bTTENTioN OWNER: CalnftoaMy ofe Texas Waler Wail Driller Advieory Cuncilmovar &VON onaqms. State of Texas C 177' 4 WP.O. Box 1108?bfl7 Genoa o,, 0WELL REPORT Augtlnf,,71,711-,OS512.,MB-30-D1) owr"Ii'oý A'//ERC Csrt4C o1 ADDRESS /?op/ffM r, Ilv4t 1 /(Name) (S:r811 or RFDO (City) (State) (Zip)C2 _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ GRID. 0-6146-(Sliest, RFD o, cther) (City) tSla!;) (zip)3) TY!3.OFWORK(Chteck): 4) Q Mort ,1 Entoe.'ntrnSoilflorgt'Mr omreak 6)"'NeWdJ n DcepitnIng Q] IndtustAl n Iriga.ort 9 In4eclion Q PubficE.ply De-weotung 9] TeO&Wrfo Rec-dwoning 93 Pluggln; ItPu.ltlcp_1TywelLweieplans submtedlotheTNRCCt 9J Yea 9 No8) WELL LOt: DM~ROFMOL. 7) DRILLING MET;$0hect) ): ru- DtionDataDrata 9Dl. D, FFP7. D Altrctry -, Muofotary 9 BoredStre -- E AjrHeoeunre 9 CaoleTool 9Jstted XFom (ft) To (ft.) Deacripllon bad CaOW of tormeatton mtalleal ) Borehole Completion (Check): 9 Hnle El &13iit Wel[3 lithderrmsmd Q GmvlPadred 9 te01 "-"30 --'f ,'o! cvegvm, __ _ ___............CASING, BLANK PIPE. AND WELL SCREEN DATA:New S:ee, PFute* eta. Setnrv ('L) Cage_,( or Pe t,-, aosetinn.- ras~g4 .7( ,.) Usel Sceenr.g. iP V a oo " mn at Frcm -Sreen -4lt k Lit-]0-IL9) CEM!NTING DATA )tHui#338"4(1)jCerreedttn ~ t to 0 ItNo. at sacks used /It___ to 11,I No. ofsacks used ____Methcd used #214 ________oorneredaty p0Ot 4rca14sN(use turere of WtN e0tof ct0,y. it ncessnr.vt13) TYPE PUMP: 7'C] Turbho 9 Jet IlSýtrcrsoo CyaltrC- Ottper 4* Q~ PAnll ra~rrte10) SURFACE COMPLETION[I Specified Surnate Slar InIl Adedf le! Sreeve trP-0 AjtooratlvProtalld (Rule 33M.V A,12 0toted (tt'JO33Ba.WA)jAIOUNiejure Used MuleI ddf.71Ij .14) WELL rESTS:Typets: -Pump E Pur Baiter EtibrreledV]lC: __ answeR _ fl.oweowata.er _ heo.11) WATER LEVEL'St'an level l it. belowe lat sticsAftos'antlow-_________gpm.'Doleli) WATEI OUALITY: .Did nat knhvrnyly pehstale any streat wleir rJr:iained urders-ableconsftiuent3 v.tfycs,suIntI'REPORTOFUIIOES;RAELEWflrTEFQTy.. ot welter?'l Dpthyol Wa" a nwm'cat gnawys made? El Yes El kt12) PACKERS: Type DepthI hereby C "oeily hr ItN& well wAS drt n by me ({.r under myl .superviln) wo IN: ano all 0! thto slaltCOflet herein .re tre tn the tr." M.1t myr inwI -.ge eand bel,,9 IunCerstand (that lalure ovoltfl.lete (terra I trir 15 will mnub t.r ftt'o'j e L 9bing r .mcd Icr o on~d aid res',bftL ... .,....COMPANY NAmE F 4/d l v- S e c 4 Lý L LDRILLER'S LbCENSEI NO.7__ADDRES ta T(Signe._)) .. (Cy)...IP)................(sew) ... W ::(UceWsna WiN ,r) (Ryisrte'ed tluer'r a'!lhe)PFloas attach electlic 0011, Chemical asalyvis, and other ilformatiot. it onvolabte.ROO9 e o- 0 ig _ TNRC,.-ow DRLE P.,,WLLOW EWhife"- TNRCC Yoffow- DRILLEA Pink- I'VELL OWNER Send cgriag copy by -rAllied reium rece pl re.e- In; TDLR. P.O. Box 12167. Austin. TX 78711CATTENTION OWNER: Co6otdittlWySP0rtw jol ke no re'.s eof Veil C wows opy "Pink)State of Texas:WELL REPORTTexas Deparltmtnt of Licensing &RegulationP.O. Box 12167Au ltn, TX 78711612463-7MSV1) OWNER k#13hq !!JADRSSý W2) ADDRESS WLLA T /i r. Log -ta.____Caily T Lat.rA~rA M(Oilv) (S.. ) .t) GridsJ3) TYPE OF WORK (Cliack): (41 PROPOSEDUSEICheck): (DWmbi [] Ernirannna.-IaISoiilorlng U.Dcrnohie 6Well [ Deepaning C:, wuiltdl 5 w] Ifaion Q Injecliun 5 PubI;Supply 5 D"-emlerirrg 5 E5 Rlecnecfonfg 0 Pluiggling 11 Pu~ic S -ppa .wllwar pans auutOillv i tor IhThRC? M Vie 5l No6) WELL LOG: DIAMETER OF HOLE 71) DRILINO METHOD (Check): DrivenDalte 01f : Drn.f(imft Tor) ... -Air Rolary 2 lf.d. Rotary[] Baredstarted 1it11 19 F At Ham man Cable Tootl JelledCompleted OeIFroma(ft.)To (I'L.) DeirIprIOn ead color of formation materlal.8) Borehole CaMploon (Check;: 5- Open, M4ow 5 Sfragf WanC] Urder:uoma 5 iv Piikcd C] Gio' _______If Gravol Pockied girve- reitrvv! Irh. om __ 0. to i______ t.CASING. BLANK PIPE, AND WELL SCREEN DATA:t) CEMENTING DATA* 8m.1 8{I .Mn,.ou.ckausm.d__ .._aruse tide oft Wl, coPjY', ffnf oJy -- .m mS13) ] Wcll plu.. .'d uitrn 46 late...v£strgi9_iM, v-llL..S_ i,', W;h I S.'a"It. ,r,ed:Fro (ft)T ml, r-,=. III I "to F.I, _-7, 77;:":.+.: ":14) TYPIEpUW; ....:..E] T"s"ie r Sub[os3 Cd xr!h to &X,"p bowls, cyl;fidt", jea, etc.,. L ., '---18) WELLTESVS:Typelosi: 5 Puraf E Ea~efr j_-'Seed 5Estroo.Meld: JL'- .... gp f. drowow after hr..16 .WATER QUALITY:Did yor knavigy perelrmioany eoiaiiinedur~denrrmblecoistilUlanas?E Yes , V'yes. subrnk'RrEPORT OF UNOESRASLE WATE "Type M~wierttj r Op'far_____Wasa LI Yes....L Na .Cerneledhb'tovsulh syslom Ieli bnseolia c,,oeneltodccolawinslion _13,1¶0l SURFACE COMPLETION5 Ptens~dpier'Jed5Approved AhteiiliveProcedure l'sel11 WATER L'rJEL:Ellic lee4l -112 ,. bv'zw rI.d curlfua.A _ _w _ pm.Dae _____-' -tae________12) PACKERS: TType Deplhfi.k b..... .. .. ...I cerify Ihl I drilled tl.a w-11 (or the wavll v$ d.iled rodur mycditm:l sr.F.,vision lnditheaich-ai d all ofl Ire hluldrraots ter-fa a'. tIre and Corred. I underlaond 1"l feilorat0 Conipmple items 1 111r1 16 will in thh Ing(s)- borg fI' alid rasauimn Itl..COMPANY NAME WErm L L.. -... .: 6 .iýAi .5"7.4 ( -I o.,- .-ADDRESS ts O1-T Y '_I!!4 7cc8IS~ancd / g .1fl$X11fs5)VIiP)(Licormod WallDrlf)er) .-- " -Please attach electric l"g. helhrn l e n3lytnly,'alnd.other peririnenl ibn:o if.vallable.T"OtR FORM COVA.VWD N2W)0Wite -TDLP .yeb7,. -DRILLER Fin0.. VELL OWNER~g5AI'flh7 BPNI(S Water Well ReportENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DMnSON OF THE BANKS GROUP Map of Wells within 1 Miels)0* s-e Pa. ccnt One inch = 0.39 miles0 Well ScWI ZI" state* , ,Cerne, Bidn O.nac One-Mile Radius Centered Around NPnnnary oo K,,,-,Ar Edil Rio. Internal OutfallsS,/ andanr¥ Higih-y Ch.rch Wat BodiesId' Tai -t-,#mhotd Banks Environmental Data[H HoSwt* Le W.ary 1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701Amr~t = To~er gM Custodial Fa fit PH 512-478-0059 FAX 512-478-1433 BANI Water Well Report...on USGS TopoENVIRONMENTAL DATA Map.o. Wlswh.... n .DIVISION OF THE BANKS4GROUP wi M Mile(s)0O0-~4-suti.*A3 'E r-A-j'~'r"~VOne inch = 0.39 milesG weo ..One-Mile Radius Centered Around NEnslng Ro?, d Internal OutfallsCo-myunyU'/? P.oOM Banks Environmental Data1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin. Texas 78701 TMSBWater Well ReportENVIRONMENTAL DATA.A DIVON IHE BANKS GROUP DETAILSM~ap State ID Owe ofWel Type of Well Derth Completioni Longitude Lattu~dei DriIlaets LogDr d DatesV 1 80-_16-801 H. A. Norris_ STOCK 130 -96ý..0:222 28.78833 View_I 2 G1610103B NSC NTF POTABLE, Public Supply 0 ' -96.03888 28.78916S3 80-16-B Spaw Glass Domestic 660 2/21/1985 -96.03729 28.79428 V'9w1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701PH 512.478.0059 FAX 512.478.1433 E-mail banks@banksinfo.com W I.... Well 2,, , , -, --, .--.. ---_-_----'rrJ~jcvnpaa- -tI -io --- i---r --~ -t -c -~ ----02, re r V e il F : .: gA -A t t y _ --J. .........-- -------- ------j ~A.
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4AMA; Thmeen 7071State ufj TexasWATERI WELL REPORTA1TTENTION OWNER; Confiderndxgtr iPn.*U1NaA2T H a an.Looc ...07.e SM--~ dY9kA~nV~..-a'2)LOCATUO -Mk~ 1(atea F!(~t,- ,!'e hP_____________ d. __________ i _________________-n L~ni dtowpl0 ecordpa.1 Ir ng L3 Pla.6ir blab ,r and Idnl n The t ArnOwr -Na.fur UC40________ 0.16tatoilhll~~~~rM aill l(Iama. It'llaaa Ia~o~31 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Z" H;n, Wa n aaNbameI hela. (en.a~dwkn(el e)eaeraaelnar Iwn;a.cQ-91 6 -gik.0 -,a1admp23 TmmmOPYORdlnerkl .11 PRPS cUOd.nýl 11i U"J RLANI( P t7HO(1iCWELL enI DAA14q.1I ~ a~er ~ tO Ordeb.ID )aapy ~ -tfoevC)Hr.,OieiOaoD~renl~wnm O~ke~y Etrp: e ~eL,~ N-lar. oAtnr Ze. oI Oau Jha____A ipl ,O) LOO; LotETC OFer Miffe e) BORCHOI. F- S.-COw la. Fa~?A n~n! ~ ae.ii ~ en~t ~ dan~aaolit.a Sr.a 4(, l~pa.e lOr ____ .N63fr 9.l~ CEMVTN DATAt.0~~~ne~a.l ewe_____b).5 -_ --I fVAR nDaa~reele l,30, ~ ~ icaA~co ~CL~lEOtStad k'b CV1 01 Canton (t_-IýAll At WATER LEVEL;AU G3JIfl...... Il To- c~WP_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __SO_ _ 9i .r Dre ) J b a n i I n v e nflF~~~~~11 OFOyn._______________I~~~~~~aa~0"- eO aJ ~ tI ~ ) ~* ne):~r ena r~~.: m.la _______233 ~ ~ ~ nP MArfLArv L ___________________0k vj4.a~rlIU --nfab a .ý atat ae Sh ?ntaa. r Mtaabn 11 -..TSOaaim Dyine AI?Y,Ifym~~~ea~hl2.bb4'12btOF~12 UM tifIeWA k4C0V)N ') Pnt EDaaSjaTd 'e;aýIto. Dinab....... ........6Ona 0l rytal i_______ noYmi t : r-____ Puap w 0l,. an.1t , ardW din, ...I .i--if, a- cbuwta am.InaeeIoe U DYES L 0 F1ADDRESS~hzIP~aae. ettch on~n e1 haicInlea.nd a.-ar PVfoChIraC.It n I).En BAK Water Well ReportTMENVIRONMENTAL DATAA DIVISION Of THE BANXS GROUP DISCLAIMER0Water Well Report Research Mapping "AThe Banks Environmental Data Water Well ReportT" is prepared from existing state water well databases and additional filedata/records research conducted at Texas' regulatory authorities. Submission of driller's log records upon completion of adrilled water well became mandatory in 1985. The state of Texas has processed these records into several different filingsystems within two state regulatory authorities. The water well files, records and map locations are maintained by the TexasCommission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB). Actual water well sitelocations of this report are geocoded and geoplotted directly from the drilling records, drilling schedules, and driller's logs andmaps submitted by the water well driller and maintained at these two primary water well regulatory authorities. Below is adescription of the filing systems utilized for well drilling records.Texas Water Development Board (TWDB)The Texas Water Development Board maintains two datasets of located water well records:TWDB Groundwater Data-These well files are water well site locations that have been verified with a field inventoryinspection by TWDB personnel. The wells are assigned a State Identification Number unique to that well (ex. 65-03-401) andplotted on county base maps, U.S.G.S. 7.5 minute topographical quadrangle maps, as well as in-house and on linegeographic information systems. Records may also include analytical data attached with each drilling record.TWDB Submitted Drillers Reports- A Database created from the online Texas Well Report Submission and Retrieval System(A cooperative TDLR. TWDB system) that registered water-well drillers use to submit their required reports. Reports thatdrillers submit by mail are geoplotted/geocoded by a TWDB staff member. These wells are assigned a unique trackingnumber by the Texas Well Report Submission and Retrieval System. This system was introduced in February 2001 as anoption for drillers to use, and will be mandatory in the future.Texas Commission on Environmental QualityThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) maintains two datasets of water well records.Water Utility Database*(WUD) -This database contains a collection of data from Texas Water Districts, Public Drinking WaterSystems and Water and Sewer Utilities who submit information to the TCEQ. These wells are assigned unique numbers withcorrelate to the Public Water System they act as a source for (example- $2200199A, G2200322A). The WUD does notcontain Drillers Reports or analytical data. This data was provided to Banks in digital format.TCEQ Central Records-Several different types of Driller's Reports are filed with TCEQ Central Records according to theState Grid Number.Plotted water well files are water well site locations that have been determined from map information submitted on water welllogs and subsequently plotted on TWDB county highway base maps. The accuracy and location of these wells is relative tothe information provided on the drillers report. TWDB assigned letters to the correlating grid number to identify these wells(example -65-59-1A). In some instances, a single well number can represent more than one well location. This type ofmapping and filing procedure ceased in June 1986.Partially numbered water wells -Well Reports that were provided a State Identification Number by the TWDB whichestablishes the well location somewhere within a 2.5 minute quadrant of a 7.5 minute quadrangle map. This method was thestandard procedure from 1986 through 1991. From 1991 to the 2001, Texas Well Reports contain a grid location box, wheredrillers are provided a place to mark an X where within the 2.5 minute quadrant is located. These locations have not beenverified by the state.Unnumbered water well files are water well site locations that have been processed since June 1990. These well records arefiled solely on their county location and are not provided a State Identifiation Number nor are they mapped.DisclaimerBanks Environmental Data has performed a thorough and diligent search of all wells recorded with the Texas WaterDevelopment Board and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. All mapped locations are based on informationobtained from the TWDB and the TCEQ. Although Banks performs quality assurance and quality control on all researchprojects, we recognize that any inaccuracies of the records and mapped well locations could possibly be traced to theappropriate regulatory authority or the water well driller. Many water well schedules may have never been submitted to theregulatory authority by the water well driller and, thus. may explain the possible unaccountability of private drilled wells. It isuncertain if the above listing provides 100% of the existing well locations within the area of review. Therefore, BanksEnvironmental Data cannot gaurantee the accuracy of the data or well location(s) of those maps and records maintained byTexas' regulatory authorities.1601 Rio Grande Suite 500 Austin, Texas 78701PH 512.478.0059 FAX 512.478.1433 E-mail banks@banksinfo.com THU.,F Il ~ ll ~Irl* £V. & 7;V , J flHMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETALTI VIA Sodium Hypochlorite Solution 10-15%ALTIVIA 24 Hour Emergency Phone Number: 713-636-3189Transportation Emergencies CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: Sodium Hypochloito Solution 10-16%CHEMICAL NAME/ FAMILY: Sodium HypochloriteTRADE NAMESI SYNONYMS: Bleach; hypochlorous acid, sodium salt, Soda bleach; sodium oxychloridePRODUCT USE: Bleaching agent, chemical intermnediate, disinfectant.MOLECULAR FORMULA: NaOCIMANUFACTURER; ALTIVIA, 1100 Louisiana, Suite 3160, Houston, TX 77002SECTION 2: COMPOSMONw INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSCHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER % RANGESodium Hypochlorite 7651-52-9 9 16.5Sodium Hydroxide 131D-73-2 0-1%Water 7732-18-5 BalanceDonates chwmk:ll subet 10 r trfnr4s ol Section 313 of "I III Of Mhe 1986 Sipedurx Amonfrwrls wad ResJuttWwliOn Act(SARA) and 40 CFR P&At 372.SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONEMERGENCY OVERVIEWDangarl Corrosive. May cause skin and eye irritation or chemical burns to broken skin. Causes eye damage.Harmful if swallowed. Sirong oxidizer. Does not burn. Decomposes when heated, during a fire or upon contact withacids releasing corrosive chlorine gas. During a lire corrosive hydrogen chloride gas may be generated,POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTSEYELiquid or mist contact can produce severe eye Irritation and bums. Prolonged exposures may cause eye damageand blindness.SKINCan cause Wirilalion and burns. Liquid contact can cause blistering and erczma- Prolonged exposure may causedermalilis.Prepared- 12/2812005 i/B Cotrol Number: A 20020 000STP Nuclear Operating CompanyTPDES 01908Treatment ChemicalsFrequecy ofToxicityProduct Name Manufacturer Use Components Listed in MSDS CAS Fruency Data In Product ConcentrationMSDS3 times perdayfor 20 0.15 -0.6 ppm totalAquachlor Altivia biocide sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 minutes to no 0e15-0.6 chlototeunit coaingresidual chlorineunit's coolingwatersodium nitrite 7632-00,0 as needed to 0.25 oz per gallon of1359 Plus Nalco corrosion inhibitor sodium metaborate 7775-19-1 maintain no closed cooling systemsodium hydroxide 8012-01-9 concentration wateri9H Nalco oxygen scavenger hydrazine 302-01-2 continuous yes 0.5 ppm to feedwater9226 Nalco corrosion Inhibitor monoethanolamine 141-43-5 continuous no 1 ppm as product tofeedwater9353 Nalco scale Inhlbtoradispersant We n/a continuous yes 0.25 ppm feedrate asn ntimues perdayfor 20 0.15- 0.6 ppm totalACTI-BROM 1318 Nalco biocide sodium bromide 7647-15-6 minutes to yes residual chlorineunit's coolingwatgrdidecyl-dimethyl ammonium chloride 7173-51-5 4 ppm as product (2,5 ppmH-130M Nalco biocide (molluscicide) 2/yr yes as active) to auxiliaryethanol 64-W7-5 cooling system for 8 hourstwice per yearB-2206 Varichem blocide bromochloro-5,5-dimethylhydantoin n/a continuous no 1 -1.5 ppmB-2207 Varichem biocide gluteraldehyde 111-30-8 batch treat as no 20 ppmneededSC-2312 Varichem scale and corrosion inhibitor- none listed n/a continuous no 80 -120 ppmas needed toSC-2316 Varichem scale and corrosion Inhibitor none listed n/a maintain no 100 ppmconcentration I5/27/09 May.111. 11111 Y;IYiRvi(IV. W'7 1 r I , JA MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET- Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%INGESTIONOrel or gastrointestinal ir"lteion. Corrosion of mucous membranes, perforation of esophagus and stomachJ mayfoflow.INHALATIONIrritation of the respiratory system. Mist or fumes may cause bronchial irritation, coughing, difficult breathing,nausea and pulmonary edema.SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSUREIraltion or burns to the eyes and skin. Inhalation may cause coughing, choking, Irritation and pulmonary edema.Sodium hypochlorle solutions are corrosive following ingestion and may cause irritation, bums and vomiting.MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURENone known.EFFECTS FOLLOWING REPEATED EXPOSUREProlonged contact wilth sodium hypochlorile may cause dermatitis, permanent eye damage Including blindness.SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURESEYESHold eye open and rinse slovly and gently for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, 0 present, after the first 5minutes. then continue rinsing eye. Get medical attent on for irritation or any other symptom.SKINTake off contaminated clothing and shoes. Rfnse skin Immediately with plenty ot water for 15-20 minutes. Getmedical attention for irritation or burns. Wash clothing and thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.INGESTIONGel immediate medical altenltlon. Have person drink a glass of water Immediately If able to swallow. 12o notInduce vomtrficn unless directed to do so by medical personnel Do not give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson.INHALATIONRemove person frmm exposure to fresh ai. I1 person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, and then giveartilicial respiration (CPR). If intividual Is breathing, but with diticully, got immediate medical atlention.NOTES TO PHYSICIANThe absence of visible signs or symptons of bums does not relably exclude the presence of actual tissue damage.See Section 11 for Toxicological Information.SSECTIONS5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLAMMABLE PROPERTIESFLASH POINT AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURENot combustible (Coes not bum) Not EstablishedFLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (% BY VOLUME)Not EXTINGUISHING MEDIAWater, water mist, foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder.Prepared: 12/2W20O52/8Control Number; A 2002 May. LV. y :e ynm I.... I,, #A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%-4',1IVL=,HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTSThermal decomposition may release to*ic gases such as chlorine and hydrogen chloride gas.FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONSUse extinguishing agents suitable for the surrounding tire and not contraindicated for use with sodium hypochiodte.Sodium Hypochlortl releases oxygen when heated, which may Increase the severity of an existing fire. Use waterspray to cool flre exposed surfaces and to protect personnel Avoid ihalation of material of combustion by-products. Firelighters should weer lull protective clothing and NMOSH approved positive pressure self-containedbreathing apparatus.I SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASUJRESWATER SPILLPrevent additional discharge of material, if possible t do so without hazard.LAND SPILLPrevent additional discharge of material, It. possible to do so without hazard. For small spills Implement cleanupprocedures; for lazge spills implement cleanup procedures and, If in pulc area. advise authorities.GENERAL PROCEDURESNo smoking In spill aweas. Isolate spill area and deny entry to unnecessary or unprotected personnel. Remove am1sources of Ignition, such as flames, hot glowing surfaces or electric arcs. Stop source of spill as soon as possibleand notify appropriate personnel. Cleanup personnel must wear proper protective equipment (reter to Section 8).Decontaminate all clothing. Notify all downtrearn water users of possible conamination.Create a dlike or trench to contain all liquid material. Liquid material may be removed with a vacuumn buck. Spillmaterials may also be absorbed using clay, soil or nonflammable commercial absorbents.Do, not place spill materials back in their original container. Contairerize and label ea spill materials properly.RELEASE NOTESNotify the National Response Center (B00/414/88O2) of unconlained to the envreonment In excess of theReportable Quantity (R0). See Section IS.Regulatory Information. Recycle or dispose of recovered maleral inaccordance with all federal, state, and local, regulations.For all transportation accidents, call CHEMTREC at 8001424-9300.1 SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGEHANDLINGDo not get In eyes, or on skin. or clothing. Do not taste or swallow. Avoid breathing mists or fumes. Do not handlewith bare hands.Carefully monitor handling, use and storage to avoid spills and leaks. Follow protective controls set forth In Section8 when handling this product. Do not eat. drink, or smoke in work area. Wash hands prior to eating, drinking, orusing restroom.STORAGESTORAGE CONDITIONSStore in closed, property labeled tanks or conlainers. Keep away from heat, &Ec0 sunlight and sources of ignion.Do not remove or deface labels or tags. Store in a cool, Well ventilated place away from Incompatible materials. DoPrepared: 12I28120053/8Control Number. A 2002 A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET- Sodium Hypochforite 10.15%not pressurze, cut, heal, or weld cortainers. Do riot drop, rol or skid drums. Keep drums upright. Do not rouseempty containers without commercial cleaning or reCondilionlttg.STORAGE TEMPERATUREDo not store above 35C (95'F).INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTAcids, ammonia compounds, oxidizing materials, peroxides, reducing agents and most metals.FSECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS PERSONAL PROTECTIONENGINEERING CONTROLSVENTILATIONUse dosed systems when possible. Local exhaust ventilation is recommended I vapors, mists or aerosols aregenerated.PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)EYE AND FACE PROTECTIONWear chemical goggles. A face shield showld be wrn In addition to goggles where splashing or spraying ispossible.SKIN PROTECTIONWear chemical iesIstant ulothing. Neoprene gloves, boots and apron or sticker suit.RESPIRATORY PROTECTIONA NIOSH approved respirator with N95 (dust, fume, mitt) fifters may be permissible under co-lain circumstanceswhere airborne concentrations are expected to exceeded exposure limits, or when symptoms have been obseivedthat are indicative of overexposure.When decomposition products exist, acid gas cartridges are also required.A half face place air-purifying respiratory may be used In concentranons up to 1OX the acceptable exposure leveland a full face piece akr-purifying respiralm may be used in concentrations up to 5OX the acceptable exposure level.Suppled air should be used when the level Is expected to be above 5OX the acceptable level, or when there is apotential for uncontrolled release.A respiratory protection program that meats. 29 CFR 1910.134 rust be followed whenever workplace conditionswarrant use of a respirator.CENERALSafety shower and eye wash Station must be provided In the lmmedtate work area. Protective equipment andclothing should be selected, used, and mahntained according to appltable standards and regulations- For furtherinformatdon. conMact the clhing or equipment manufaclurer.EXPOSURE GUIDEUNESComponent Date: Sodium Hypochlorite AIHA (STEL 15 minutes). 2mg/n'Component Data: Sodium Hydroxide OSHA (TWA) -2mg/ý 'Sodium Hydroxide ACGIN Celling -2mglm'Prepared; 418Control Number: A 2002 Nall. LV. Uim 7; 3v~mA MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SKEET- Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%... ~ ~ ~ 9% InE iJE AUAWF Ufl ru-.w I[ UN-I "VII W: r rl I ONCHEMICAL FORMULAMOLECULAR WEIGHTAPPEARANCEODORpH @ 250CVAPOR PRESSUREVOLATILES, % BY VOLUMEBOILING POINTFREEZING POINTSOLUBILITY IN WATEREVAPORATION RATESPECIFIC GRAVITYDENSITYVISCOSITYNaDOl74.4Clear colorless to pale yellow luidCharacteristic bleach odor11.5-13.5Not EstablishedNot Established1 109C (230n-.126C (100F)CompleteNot Established1.1.3-127 @ 21 C (70"F)9.42-10.58 @ 210C (700F)Not EstablishedI SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIV7TYCHEMICAL STABILITY,Stable under normal use conditlons. May decompose upon heating and exposure to sunight.CONDMONS TO AVOIDAvoid heeL, flames, spamks and other sources of ignition. Avoid direct sunfight, acidic condcdions, the presence otmealas "nd other impurities.INCOMPATiBIuTY WITH OTHER MATERIALSAcids, ammonia compounds, oxiding materials, peroxides, reducing agents and most metals.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTSThermal decomoposllIon may release toxic gases such as chlorine and hydrogen chloride gas.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATIONWill not occur.I SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONANIMAL TOXICOLOGYThe toxicity and cofoslvity of this material is a lunction of concentration and pH. This material is irrilating and maybe corrosive to all tissue.EYESVery dilute solutions have caused no irritation. More concentrated solutions have caused corrosive lnjujy, whichdid rnot heal withIn 21 days.SKINLD5a (Dermal, Rabbit): > 10.000 11)rn 3 (undiluted)ACUTE ORAL EFFECTSLC5(Oral. Female Mouse): -7,540 mgAg; died as 5.B mnlfg (50% soluton)Prepared* 12128/20055/8Control Number: A 20102 MY. LU. LVU7 7;.)VhfflP% MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%-l rVIALCa (Oral, Rat). 8.910 mglk9 (undiluted)ACUTE INHALATION EFFECTSNo available data.EFFECTS FOLLOWING PROLONGED OR REPEATED EXPOSUREDermatws,CARCINOGENICITYThis product (or any component at a concentratiOn ot 0.1% or greates) is not listed by NTP, IARC, OSHA EPA, orany other authority as a carcinogen.MUTAGENICITYNo available data.REPRODUCTIVE/DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITYNo available date.I SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONGENERAL COMMENTThis material is believed to be a moderate order of toxicity based on analogous material.ENVIROMENTAL FATEThis material Is inorganic and not subjecl to biodogradation. This material is believed not to persist in theenvironment. Thi matetial maybe harmM to aquatic organisms in low concentmaions.SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSSPILL RESIDUESProcessing, use or contamination ot this product may change the waste management options. All disposals of thismaterial must be done in accordance with Federal, state and local regulalions. Waste characterization andcompiance with disposal regulations are the responsibilities of the waste generator. It this. product becomes awaste it may be subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR 262. Hazardous Waste Numberls): D002.I SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATIONTHIS MATERIAL IS A HAZARDOUS AS DEFINED BY 49 CFR 172.01 BY THE U.S DEPARTMENT OFTRANSPORTATION.DOT IDENTIFICATION NO.: UN 1791DOT SeIPPING DESCRIPTION (49 CFR 172.101): Hypochlorite solutions, Corrosive, 8PACKAGING GROUP: UIPLACARD REQUIRED: Corrosive $, UN 1791LABEL REQUIRED- Corrosive 8. Label as required by EPA and by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, andany applicable state and local regulations-EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE NUMBER; t54Prepared: 12/28I2005 6/8 Control Number: A 2002I may. iv. iuuy i; )ummg~1-rd ,It.. W-r !I A I .VA~MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%I SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATIONU S FEDERAL REGULATIONSCERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RO)Ingredient CAS NO. RGSodium Hypochlorite 7681-52-9 100 lbsSorium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 1000 lbsTSCA (TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACMAll components 01 mlis product are Ulsted on the TSCA Inyentory or ate exempt from TSCA Inhentoiy requirements.SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORWZATION ACT (SARA) TITLE IIISARA SECTION 302 (EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4);Not Approa bleSARA SECTION 311/312 HAZARD CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.2):Fire Hazard YesReactivity Hazard NoRelease ot Pressure NoAcute Health Hazard YesChronic Health Hazard NoSARA SECTION 313 (40 CFR 372.65):Components Identified with an asterisk (*) in Section 2 are subject to the reporting requirements of Seclion 313 ofTidle III of The 1985 Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) and 40 CFR Part 372.OSHA PROCESS SAFETY (29 CFR 1910.119):Not regulated.OTHER U.S. REGUALATIONSFederal Insecticide, Fugicide and Rodentloide Act (FIFRA): Registored pesticide (40 CFR 152-10)INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONSCANADACANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA)DSU NDSL: This prnxuct, or its compOnents, are listed on or are exempt from the Canedian Domestic SubstanceList (DSL).I SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATIONLZPA RAINGSHELTFL~AMAIITY 0HMIS CODESHEALTH 3FLAMMABILITY 0REACTIVITY 1PROTECTION CRATING NOTESHazardous Melerials tdeniticatlon: 4 .Severe, 3 = Serious. 2 -Moderate. I -Slight, 0 -Minimal.Prepared; 1212W20057/8Controt Number: A 2002 1111dy. IV. IVV7 7 -j I rwn0A~ MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SKEET -Sodium Hypochlorite 10-15%oEmergen-ev Informaion; For- Any Other Infformalign Contact:Call toll free 24 hours a day: 713-t6a6-3189 ALTI VIA, Technical Marketing, 1100 Louisiana, Suite3160, H-ouston. TX 77002..Phone: 713-658-90W08 AMA -5 PM CST, Monday through FridayRevisions12/2812005: Revised to conform to ANSI Standard Z00.1-199191 replaces MSI)S A21102-05010.Ciactaknem of Warranty:Tho inloiinton provided hin 1hi M&tWisi Safety Data Shedt has boon Obt23b~d hmsou'cSOU bdaliod 1o be reSgba. ALTIVIA prvvidal nowarrantimesaiher expresed or bnplWe and asswnaa no respaombi~ti to? fth acurcy or ovwnWrienss of fti data cantahted heitin. Thisinfonalion E5 ofl..ud for yota intarmiation, cqkiona, and Iniuefaf.ainn. YOU timid safttgy youreanl thal vow have all Wunen daita fotevarlt toyour parlicusr use. ALUMA kniows of no modkoeat onditior., other than thesenoted on this malarial saftazy dale 5heet, whichi are genrerallyrecognized Is5 bahie a~afflvetd by exposure bD fth~ product.aPrepared; 12./Z/20058/8Control Number A 20020 P4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC11. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: NALCO 1359 PLUSAPPLICATION: CORROSION INHIBITORCOMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Nalco Company1601 W. Diehl RoadNaperville, Illinois60563-1198EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECNFPA 704M/HMIS RATINGHEALTH: 3/3 FLAMMABILITY: 0/0 INSTABILITY: 0/0 OTHER:0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme12. 1 COMPOSrIION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSOur hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for thenature of the hazard(s).Hazardous Substance(s)Sodium NitriteSodium MetaborateCAS NO7632-00-07775-19-1% (wlw)10.0- 30.05.0- 10.013. I HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION I"EMERGENCY OVERVIEW**DANGERToxic if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. Contains sodium nitrite. Substances in the product can lead to theformation of methemoglobin. Unborn children are particularly sensitive to methemoglobinemia.Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. In case of contactwith eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After contact with skin, washimmediately with plenty of water.Wear suitable protective clothing.Not flammable or combustible. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. If product is allowed todry, the sodium nitrite is an oxidizing agent and can initiate the combustion of other materials.PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:Eye, Skin.HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS- ACUTE:EYE CONTACT:Irritating, and may injure eye tissue if not removed promptly.SNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access1110 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETAW PRODUCTNALCONALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSKIN CONTACT:Can cause mild irritation.INGESTION:Not a likely route of exposure. Large exposures may be fatal. Ingestion of sodium nitrite can causemethemoglobinemia which can lead to cyanosis and possible death. Pregnant women and their fetuses areparticularly sensitive to the effects of methemoglobinemia.INHALATION:Not a likely route of exposure. Aerosols or product mist may irritate the upper respiratory tract.SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:Acute :A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.Chronic:A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:Sodium Nitrite. Pregnant women are particularly sensitive to methemoglobinemia.HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -CHRONIC:Repeated ingestion of small amounts of sodium nitrite causes drops in blood pressure, rapid pulse, headaches andvisual disturbances. It may also react with organic amines in the body to form carcinogenic nitrosamines.14. 1 FIRST AID MEASURESEYE CONTACT:Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. If irritation persists, repeatflushing. Get medical attention.SKIN CONTACT:Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, call a physician.INGESTION:Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. Getimmediate medical attention.INHALATION:Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms andclinical condition. Measures against circulatory shock, respiratory depression and convulsions may be needed.5. 1 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: NoneNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198- (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access2/100 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETNALCO PRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECEXTINGUISHING MEDIA:Not expected to bum. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:Not flammable or combustible. May evolve oxides of. nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. If product is allowed todry, the sodium nitrite is an oxidizing agent and can initiate the combustion of other materials.SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.16. 1 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Ensure clean-up is conducted bytrained personnel only. Ventilate spill area if possible. Do not touch spilled material. Stop or reduce any leaks if it issafe to do so. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/PersonalProtection). Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeledcontainer. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or bydiking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Wash site of spillage thoroughlywith water. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of materialin compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations).ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:Do not contaminate surface water.17. 1 HANDLING AND STORAGEHANDLING:Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not breathevapors/gases/dust. Keep the containers closed when not in use. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks,etc.) readily available. Ensure all containers are labeled.STORAGE CONDITIONS:Store the containers tightly closed. Store in suitable labeled containers. Store separately from acids. Storeseparately from reducing agents.S8. EXPOSURE CONTROLSIPERSONAL PROTECTIONOCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:This product does not contain any substance that has an established exposure limit.ENGINEERING MEASURES:General ventilation is recommended.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access3/10 AWNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCT-NALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECRESPIRATORY PROTECTION:Respiratory protection is not normally needed.HAND PROTECTION:When handling this product, the use of chemical gauntlets is recommended., The choice of work glove depends onwork conditions and what chemicals are handled, but we have positive experience under light handling conditionsusing gloves made from, Neoprene, PVC or nitrile, Gloves should be replaced immediately if signs of degradationare observed., Breakthrough time not determined as preparation, consult PPE manufacturers.SKIN PROTECTION:When handling this product, the use of overalls, a chemical resistant apron and rubber boots is recommended. Afull slicker suit is recommended if gross exposure is possible.EYE PROTECTION:Wear chemical splash goggles.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:Use good work and personal hygiene practices to avoid exposure. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep asafety shower available. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area.Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling thisproduct never eat, drink or smoke..HUMAN EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our recommended product application and personal protective equipment, the potential human exposureis: Moderate1 9. 1 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESPHYSICAL STATE LiquidAPPEARANCE Light yellowODORSPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.305 @ 72 'F / 22.2 'CDENSITY 10.84 lb/galSOLUBILITY IN WATER CompletepH (100 %) >= 11.4VISCOSITY Max 7 cps @ 73 'F / 22.8 'CFREEZING POINT < -50 'F / -45.5 °CVAPOR PRESSURE Same as waterNote: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.[10. S STABILITY AND REACTIVITYSTABILITY:.Stable under normal conditions.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access4/10 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETI PRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECHAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.CONDITIONS TO AVOID:Freezing temperatures. Do not allow product to evaporate to dryness. Dried product residue can act as an oxidizer.MATERIALS TO AVOID:Contact with reducing agents (e.g. hydrazine. sulfites, sulfide, aluminum or magnesium dust) may generate heat,fires, explosions and toxic vapors. Do not mix with amines. Sodium nitrite can react with certain amines to produceN-nitrosamines, many of which are cancer-causing agents to laboratory animals. Contact with strong acids (e.g.sulfuric, phosphoric, nitric, hydrochloric, chromic, sulfonic) may generate heat, splattering or boiling and toxic vapors.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:Under fire conditions: Oxides of nitrogen111. I TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONNo toxicity studies have been conducted on this product.SENSITIZATION:This product is not expected to be a sensitizer.CARCINOGENICITY:None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research onCancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental IndustrialHygienists (ACGIH).HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: High12. 1 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:No toxicity studies have been conducted on this product.MOBILITY:The environmental fate was estimated using a level III fugacity model embedded in the EPI (estimation programinterface) Suite TM , provided by the US EPA. The model assumes a steady state condition between the total inputand output. The level III model does not require equilibrium between the defined media. The information provided isintended to give the user a general estimate of the environmental fate of this product under the defined conditions ofthe models. If released into the environment this material is expected to distribute to the air, water and soil/sedimentin the approximate respective percentages;Air Water Soil/Sediment<5% 30-50% 50-70%Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access5/10 )4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECThe portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: ModerateBased on our recommended product application and the product's characteristics, the potential environmentalexposure is: HighIf released into the environment, see CERCLAISUPERFUND in Section 15.13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIf this product becomes a waste, it could meet the criteria of a hazardous waste as defined by the ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261. Before disposal, it should be determined if the waste meetsthe criteria of a hazardous waste.Hazardous Waste: D002Hazardous wastes must be transported by a licensed hazardous waste transporter and disposed of or treated in aproperly licensed hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal or recycling facility. Consult local, state, and federalregulations for specific requirements.* 114. ]_TRANSPORT INFORMATIONvThe information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name I Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties.and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:Flash Point:DOT Reportable Quantity (per package):DOT RQ Component:AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1IIINone430 lbsSODIUM NITRITECORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access6/10 P4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC0Packing Group:IATA Cargo Packing Instructions:IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit:MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):III82060 L (Max net quantity per package)CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.SSODIUM NITRITEUN 292286.1IIIProper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:15. 1 REGULATORY INFORMATIONNATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/areshown below.Sodium Nitrite : Target Organ Effect -Kidney, Target Organ Effect -Nervous system, Target Organ Effect -BloodSodium Metaborate : IrritantCERCLAISUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117,302:This product contains the following Reportable Quantity (RQ) Substance. Also listed is the RO for the product.RQ SubstanceSodium NitriteR43Q430 IbsSARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE III) -SECTIONS 302, 311,312, AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.SECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the followingindicated EPA hazard categories:XXImmediate (Acute) Health HazardDelayed (Chronic) Health HazardFire HazardSudden Release of Pressure HazardReactive HazardUnder SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access7/10 WMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETANALCO PRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):I This product contains the following substance(s), (with CAS # and % range) which appear(s) on the List of ToxicChemicalsH;azardous Substance(s) CAS NO ' % WwI)Sodium Nitrite 7632-00-0 10.0 -30.0TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307,40CFR 116.4/ formerly Sec. 311 :This product contains the following substances listed in the regulation:Substance (s) Citations* Sodium Nitrite Sec. 311" Sodium HydroxideCLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II OzoneDepleting Substances):None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:This product does not contain substances which require warning under California Proposition 65.MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:The following substances are disclosed for compliance with State Right to Know Laws:Sodium Nitrite 7632-00-0NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations(CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:D2A -Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects -Very Toxic Material, D2B -Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects -Toxic MaterialCANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have beenreported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access8/10 A4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECAUSTRALIAAll substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS).EUROPEThe substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.JAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)PHILIPPINESAll substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the PhilippineInventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).16. OTHER INFORMATIONDue to our commitment to Product Stewardship, we have evaluated the human and environmental hazards andexposures of this product. Based on our recommended use of this product, we have characterized the product'sgeneral risk. This information should provide assistance for your own risk management practices. We haveevaluated our product's risk as follows:* The human risk is: Moderate"The environmental risk is: ModerateAny use inconsistent with our recommendations may affect the risk characterization. Our sales representative willassist you to determine if yourproduct application is consistent with our recommendations. Together we canimplement an appropriate risk management process.This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of therecommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safeworkplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access9110 N NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUC-TNALCO 1359 PLUSEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECIARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington. D.C. (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Annual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,Public Health Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Ariel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (AnelInsight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version),Micromedex. Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued : 03/12/2008Version Number: 2.00Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access10/10 A4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECI1. 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONiPRODUCT NAME:APPLICATION:NALCO 19HOXYGEN SCAVENGERCOMPANY IDENTIFICATION:EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S):Nalco Company1601 W. Diehi RoadNaperville, Illinois60563-1198(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECNFPA 704M/HMIS RATINGHEALTH: 2/2 FLAMMABILITY: 1 / I INSTABILITY: 0/00 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = ExtremeOTHER:1 2. 1 COMPOSITIONIINFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSIOur hazard evaluation has Identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for thenature of the hazard(s).Hazardous Substance(s)GAS NO302-01-2% (wlw)30.0- 60.00Hydrazine13. 1 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION I**EMERGENCY OVERVIEW"DANGERThis product contains hydrazine which is a suspect carcinogen. Extreme health hazard. May be absorbed throughthe skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Irritating to skin. May cause skin sensitization reaction in certainindividuals. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. This material or some of its substance(s)has been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals. Toxic to aquatic organisms.Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep containertightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water andseek medical advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.Wear a face shield. Wear chemical resistant apron, chemical splash goggles, impervious gloves and boots.May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. May evolve toxic gases or fumes under fire conditions.PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:Eye, Skin, InhalationHUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS- ACUTE:EYE CONTACT:Severely irritating. If not removed promptly, will injure eye tissue and may result in permanent eye damage.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies, of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access1/110 AWNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSKIN CONTACT:Can cause moderate to severe irritation. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Can be absorbed through theskin.INGESTION:Not a likely route of exposure. There may be irritation to the gastro-intestinal tract with nausea and vomiting.INHALATION :Vapors extremely irritating to eyes and respiratory tract. Can cause pulmonary edema. May cause liver and kidneydisorder and/or damage.SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:Acute :A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.Chronic:A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:Skin contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis condition.HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -CHRONIC:Oral administration of hydrazine has produced lung and liver tumors in mice and rats and mammary tumors in mice..Inhalation of hydrazine has produced nasal tumors in rats.14. FIRST AID MEASURESEYE CONTACT:Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Get immediate medicalattention.SKIN CONTACT:Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of water. Get immediate medicalattention. Contaminated clothing, shoes, and leather goods must be discarded or cleaned before re-use.INGESTION:Induce vomiting if the patient is fully conscious. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. Getimmediate medical attention.INHALATION:Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. Get medical attention.NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms andclinical condition.0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access2/11
- 04NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC05. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: > 230 OF I > 110 "C (PMCC)EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:Not expected to bum. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. May evolve toxic gases or fumes under fire conditions.SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.16. 1 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESIPERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:Restrict access to area as appropriate until cdean-up operations are complete. Ensure clean-up is conducted bytrained personnel only. Ventilate spill area if possible. Do not touch spilled material. Stop or reduce any leaks if it issafe to do so. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/PersonalProtection). Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:SMALL SPILLS: LARGE SPILLS: Dike to prevent further movement. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums.Wash site of spillage thoroughly with water. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminatedrecovered material. Dispose of material in compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (DisposalConsiderations).ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:Do not contaminate surface water.17. 1 HANDLING AND STORAGEIHANDLING:Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid generatingaerosols and mists. Keep the containers closed when not in use. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills,leaks, etc.) readily available.STORAGE CONDITIONS:Store the containers tightly closed. Store separately from oxidizers. Store in suitable labeled containers.SUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL:Polypropylene, Polyethylene, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel 316L, Compatibility with Plastic Materials canvary;, we therefore recommend that compatibility is tested prior to use.UNSUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL:Copper, Brass, Aluminum0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access3111 PA NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC18. 1 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTIONOCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:Exposure guidelines have not been established for this product. Available exposure limits for the substance(s) areshown below.ACGIH/TLV:Substance(s)HydrazineOSHA/PEL:Substance(s)HydrazineTWA: 0.01 ppm , 0.013 mglm3 (Skin)TWA: 0.1 ppm, 0.1 mglm3 (Skin)ENGINEERING MEASURES:General ventilation is recommended. Use local exhaust ventilation if necessary to control airborne mist and vapor.RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:Where concentrations in air may exceed the limits given in this section, the use of a half face filter mask or airsupplied breathing apparatus is recommended. A suitable filter material depends on the amount and type ofO chemicals being handled. Consider the use of filter type: Ammonia / amine cartridge. with a Particulate pre-filter.In event of emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations a positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBAshould be used. If respiratory protection is required, institute a complete respiratory protection program includingselection, fit testing, training, maintenance and inspection.HAND PROTECTION:Impervious glovesSKIN PROTECTION:Wear chemical resistant apron, chemical splash goggles, impervious gloves and boots. A full slicker suit isrecommended if gross exposure is possible.EYE PROTECTION:Wear a face shield with chemical splash goggles.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:Eye wash station and safety shower are necessary. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughlywash the affected area. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.19. 1 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESPHYSICAL STATE LiquidAPPEARANCE ColorlessODOR Ammoniacal0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access4(11
)4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC0SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.03 @ 60 °F / 15.6 -CDENSITY 8.56 lb/galSOLUBILITY IN WATER CompletepH (100 %) 12.5pH (1 %) 10.1 -10.7VISCOSITY 2.0 cps @ 60 °F / 15.6 °CFREEZING POINT -85 OF -65 OCBOILING POINT 228 OF 1 108.9 °CVAPOR PRESSURE 22 mm Hg @ 77 °F 125 °CNote: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.10. 1 STABILITY AND REACTIVITYSTABILITY:Stable under normal conditions.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.CONDITIONS TO AVOID:HeatMATERIALS TO AVOID:Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chrornates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen,permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:Under fire conditions: Oxides of nitrogen11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONThe following results are for the product.ACUTE ORAL TOXICITY:Species LD50 Test DescriptorRat 185 mg/kg ProductACUTE DERMAL TOXICITY:Species LD50 Test DescriptorRabbit 420 mg/kg ProductACUTE INHALATION TOXICITY:Species LC50 Test DescriptorRat 2.1 mg/I (4 hrs) ProductNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access5/110 SNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSENSITIZATION:May cause sensitization by skin contact. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause sensitization in someindividuals.CARCINOGENICITY:This product contains hydrazine. The International Agency for Research on Cancer(IARC) has evaluated hydrazine,and found it to be a possible human carcinogen (Group 2B) based on sufficient animal data and inadequate humandata.MUTAGENICITY:An ingredient in this product has shown positive results in a screening test for mutagenicity.HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: High12. 1 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:The following results are for the product.ACUTE FISH RESULTS 'Species .Exposure LC50 Test DescriptorBluegill Sunfish 96 hrs 4.2 mg/I ProductRainbow Trout 96 hrs 4.3 mg/I ProductGold Orfe 96 hrs 0.75 mg/1 ProductACUTE INVERTEBRATE RESULTS:Species .Exposure LC50 EC50 Test DescriptorDaphnia magna 48 hrs 0.46 mg/l ProductDaphnia magna 48 hrs 0.81 mq/I ProductMOBILITY:The environmental fate was estimated using a level III fugacity model embedded in the EPI (estimation programinterface) Suite TM, provided by the US EPA. The model assumes a steady state condition between the total inputand output. The level III model does not require equilibrium between the defined media. The information provided isintended to give the user a general estimate of the environmental fate of this product under the defined conditions ofthe models. If released into the environment this material is expected to distribute to the air, water and soil/sedimentin the approximate respective percentages;Air Water Soil/Sediment<5% 30 -50% 50 -70%The portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.BIOACCUMULATION POTENTIALThis preparation or material is not expected to bioaccumulate.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1 198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access6/11 ANALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC0ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND. EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND. EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: HighIf released into the environment, see CERCLA/SUPERFUND in Section 15.113. 1 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIIf this product becomes a waste, it could meet the criteria of a hazardous waste as defined by the ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261. Before disposal, it should be determined if the waste meetsthe criteria of a hazardous waste.Hazardous Waste: D002, U133Hazardous wastes must be transported by a licensed hazardous waste transporter and disposed of or treated in aproperty licensed hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal or recycling facility. Consult local, state, and federalregulations for specific requirements.114. 1 TRANSPORT INFORMATIONIThe information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name ( Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties,and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UNIID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Packing Group:HYDRAZINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTIONUN 32936.1IlIFlash Point:> 110 °C / > 230 °FDOT Reportable Quantity (per package):DOT RQ Component:2 lbsHYDRAZINEAIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Packing Group:IATA Cargo Packing Instructions:IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit:MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):HYDRAZINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTIONUN 32936.1III618220 L (Max net quantity per package)Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access7/11@1 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETANALCO PRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMIRECI iProper Shipping Name: HYDRAZINE, AQUEOUS SOLUTIONTechnical Name(s): HydrazineUN/ID No: UN 3293Hazard Class -Primary: 6.1Packing Group: Il15. REGULATORY INFORMATIONNATIONAL REGULATIONS. USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/areshown below.Hydrazine: Cancer suspect agent (refer to Section 3), Corrosive, Dermal SensitizerCERCLNISUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117, 302:This product contains the following Reportable Quantity (RQ) Substance. Also listed is the RQ for the product.RQ Substance RQHydrazine 2 lbsSARNSUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE Ill) -SECTIONS 302, 311,312, AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product contains the following substance(s) which is listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely HazardousSubstance. Listed below are the statutory Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) for the substance(s) and theReportable Quantity (RQ) of the product. If a reportable quantity of product is released, it requires notification toyour State Emergency Response Commission. You may also be required to notify the National Response Center -See CERCLNISUPERFUND, above.Extremely Hazardous Substance TPQ RQHydrazine 1,000 lbs 2 lbsSECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the followingindicated EPA hazard categories:X Immediate (Acute) Health HazardX Delayed (Chronic) Health HazardFire HazardSudden Release of Pressure HazardReactive HazardUnder SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access8/11 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETANALCO PRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER4S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS.(40 CFR 372):This product contains the following substance(s), (with CAS # and % range) which appear(s) on the List of ToxicChemicalsHazardous Substance(s) CAS NO % (wtw)Hydrazine 302-01-2 30.0 -60.0TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION (FDA) Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act:When use situations necessitate compliance with FDA regulations, this product is acceptable under: 21 CFR173.310 Boiler Water AdditivesThe following limitations apply:Maximum dosaae LimitationZERO PPM as product in the steamNSF NON-FOOD COMPOUNDS REGISTRATION PROGRAM (former USDA List of Proprietary Substances & Non-Food Compounds):NSF Registration number for this product is: 062465This product is acceptable for use in meat, poultry, and other food processing areas as a Boiler Treatment Product(G6), for treating boiler and steam lines where the steam produced may contact edible products. Acceptable usage Wshall be in accordance with the dosage limitations specified on the product label.FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.151 formerly Sec. 307, 40CFR 116.4 1 formerly Sec. 311 :None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II OzoneDepleting Substances):This product contains the following substances listed in the regulation:Sbtanes Citations*Hydrazine Sec. 112CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:This product contains the following substances which require warning under California Proposition 65.Substance(s) Concentration EFFECTSe Hydrazine <= 60 % Causes CancerMICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:This product contains the following substances listed in the regulation:HydrazineNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
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.NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSTATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS :The following substances are disclosed for compliance with State Right to Know Laws:Hydrazine 302-01-2NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations(CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:D2B -Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects -Toxic MaterialCANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have beenreported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL CONTROL LAWSAUSTRALIAAll substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS).EUROPEThe substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.JAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the.Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)THE PHILIPPINESAll substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the PhilippineInventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).116. 1 OTHER INFORMATIONThis product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of therecommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safeworkplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access10/11 P 4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETSPRODUCTNALCO 19HEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Adel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Annual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,Public Health Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Ariel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (ArielInsight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version),Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued: 10/03/2006Version Number: 1.12Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.corn and request access11/11 P NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC11. 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: NALCO 9226APPLICATION: CORROSION INHIBITORCOMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Nalco Company1601 W. Diehl RoadNaperville, Illinois60563-1198EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): (BOO) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECNFPA 704MWHMIS RATINGHEALTH: 313 FLAMMABILITY: 1 1 1 INSTABILITY: 0/0 OTHER:0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme12. 1 COMPOSITIONIINFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSOur hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for thenature of the hazard(s).Hazardous Substance(s)CAS NO141-43-5% (w/w)60.0 -100.0Monoethanolamine13. 1 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION I**EMERGENCY OVERVIEW-DANGERCorrosive. May cause tissue damage. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Large quantities may cause kidney andliver damage. Vapors may have a strong offensive odor which may cause sensory response including headache,nausea and vomiting.Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep containertightly dosed and in a well-ventilated place. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water andseek medical advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.Wear a face shield. Wear chemical resistant apron, chemical splash goggles, impervious gloves and boots.May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fireconditions.PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:Eye, Skin, InhalationSNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10001/10 P NALCOHUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -ACUTE:MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET'PRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECEYE CONTACT :Corrosive. Will cause eye bums and permanent tissue damage. Exposure to low vapor concentrations can result infoggy or blurred vision, objects appearing bluish and appearance of a halo around lights. These symptoms aretemporary.SKIN CONTACT:May cause severe irritation or tissue damage depending on the length of exposure and the type of first aidadministered. Harmful if absorbed through skin.INGESTION:Not a likely route of exposure. Corrosive; causes chemical bums to the mouth, throat and stomach.INHALATION:irritating, in high concentrations, to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs. Vapors may have a strong offensive odorwhich may cause sensory response including headache, nausea and vomiting.SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:Acute :A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.Chronic:A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:A review of available data does not identify any worsening of existing conditions.14. FIRST AID MEASURESEYE CONTACT:PROMPT ACTION IS ESSENTIAL IN CASE OF CONTACT. Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15minutes while holding eyelids open. Get immediate medical attention.SKIN CONTACT:Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. For a large splash, flood body under a shower.Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of water. Get immediate medicalattention. Contaminated clothing, shoes, and leather goods must be discarded or cleaned before re-use.INGESTION:DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. Get immediate medical'attention.INHALATION:Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. Get medical attention.NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. Based on the individual reactions of thepatient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms and clinical condition.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10002/10 p4 NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECs5. I FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: 208 'F / 97.8 'CEXTINGUISHING MEDIA:This product would not be expected to bum unless all the water is boiled away. The remaining organics may beignitable. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. Keep containers cool by spraying with water.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions.SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.16. 1 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:Restrict access to area as appropriate until dean-up operations are complete. Ensure clean-up is conducted bytrained personnel only. Ventilate spill area if possible. Do not touch spilled material. Stop or reduce any leaks if it issafe to do so. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/PersonalProtection). Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities..METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeledcontainer. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or bydiking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Wash site of spillage thoroughlywith water. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of materialin compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations).ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:Do not contaminate surface water.17. 1 HANDLING AND STORAGEIHANDLING:Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Do not breathe vapors/gases/dust. Use withadequate ventilation. Avoid generating aerosols and mists. Keep away from acids and oxidizing agents. Keep thecontainers closed when not in use. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available.STORAGE CONDITIONS:Store the containers tightly closed. Store separately from acids. Store separately from oxidizers. Amine andsulphite products should not be stored within close proximity or resulting vapors may form visible airborne particles.18. 1 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTIONOCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:Exposure guidelines have not been established for this product. Available exposure limits for the substance(s) areshown below.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10003/10 A NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET[PR ODUCTNALCO 9226.1EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECACGIH/TLV:Substance(s)MonoethanolamineOSHA/PEL:Substance(s)MonoethanolamineTWA: 3 ppm, 7.5 mg/m3STEL: 6 ppm, 15 mg/m3TWA: 3 ppm , 8 mg/m3STEL: 6 ppm, 15 mg/m3ENGINEERING MEASURES:General ventilation is recommended. Use local exhaust ventilation if necessary to control airborne mist and vapor.RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:If significant mists, vapors or aerosols are generated an approved respirator is recommended. An organic vaporcartridge with dust/mist prefilter or supplied air may be used. In event of emergency or planned entry into unknownconcentrations a positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBA should be used. If respiratory protection is required,institute a complete respiratory protection program including selection, fit testing, training, maintenance andinspection.HAND PROTECTION:Butyl gloves. Most glove materials are of low chemical resistance. Replace gloves regularly.SKIN PROTECTION:Wear chemical resistant apron, chemical splash goggles, impervious gloves and boots. A full slicker suit isrecommended if gross exposure is possible.EYE PROTECTION:Wear a face shield with chemical splash goggles.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:Eye wash station and safety shower are necessary. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughlywash the affected area. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.HUMAN EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our recommended product application and personal protective equipment, the potential human exposureis: Low19. 1 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESPHYSICAL STATE LiquidAPPEARANCE ColorlessODOR AmineSPECIFIC GRAVITY 1 @ 77 °F / 25 -CNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10004110 fNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECDENSITY 8.31 lb/galSOLUBILITY IN WATER CompletepH 0 13.8VISCOSITY 42 SUS @ 100 °F /37.8 °CPOUR POINT -30 'F 1-34.3 °CBOILING POINT 266 "F 130 °CNote: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.110. 1 STABILITY AND REACTIVITYSTABILITY:Stable under normal conditions.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.CONDITIONS TO AVOID:None knownMATERIALS TO AVOID:.Contact with strong acids (e.g. sulfuric, phosphoric, nitric, hydrochloric, chromic, sulfonic) may generate heat,splattering or boiling and toxic vapors. Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid,perchlorate, concentrated oxygen, permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors. Avoidcontact with S02 or acidic bisulfite products, which may react to form visible airborne amine salt particles. Certainamines in contact with nitrous acid, organic or inorganic nitrites or atmospheres with high nitrous oxideconcentrations may produce N-nitrosamines, many of which are cancer-causing agents to laboratory animals.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:Under fire conditions: Oxides of carbon, Oxides of nitrogenI11. I TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONINo toxicity studies have been conducted on this product.SENSITIZATION:This product is not expected to be a sensitizer.CARCINOGENICITY:None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research onCancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental IndustrialHygienists (ACGIH).HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION:.Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: HighNalcoCompany 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10005/10 P4'NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETSPRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC112. 1 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.ECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:No toxicity studies have been conducted on this product.ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: ModerateBased on our recommended product application and the product's characteristics, the potential environmentalexposure is: LowIf released into the environment, see CERCLA/SUPERFUND in Section 15.13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIf this product becomes a waste, it could meet the criteria of a hazardous waste as defined by the ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261. Before disposal, it should be determined if the waste meetsthe criteria of a hazardous waste.Hazardous Waste: D002Hazardous wastes must be transported by a licensed hazardous waste transporter and disposed of or treated in aproperly licensed hazardous waste treatment, storage, disposal or recycling facility. Consult local, state, and federalregulations for specific requirements.114. 1 TRANSPORT INFORMATIONThe information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name / Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties,and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:0Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Packing Group:ETHANOLAMINE SOLUTIONUN 24918IIIFlash Point:97.8 °C /208 OFAIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Packing Group:ETHANOLAMINE SOLUTIONUN 24918III0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10006/10 PNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(500) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECIATA Cargo Packing Instructions: 820IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit: 60 L (Max net quantity per package)MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):Proper Shipping Name: ETHANOLAMINE SOLUTIONTechnicalName(s) :UN/ID No: UN 2491Hazard Class -Primary: 8Packing Group: III15. REGULATORY INFORMATIONNATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product islare hazardous and the reason(s) is/areshown below.Monoethanolamine: Corrosive, Combustible.CERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117, 302:Notification of spills of this product is not required.SARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE III) -SECTIONS 302,311,312. AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.SECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the followingindicated EPA hazard categories:XImmediate (Acute) Health HazardDelayed (Chronic) Health HazardFire HazardSudden Release of Pressure HazardReactive HazardUnder SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.SECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):This product does not contain substances on the List of Toxic Chemicals.TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10007/10 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET~NALCOEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECThis product has been certified as KOSHER/PAREVE for year-round use INCLUDING THE PASSOVER SEASONby the CHICAGO RABBINICAL COUNCIL.FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307,40CFR 116.4 / formerly Sec. 311:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 111 (40 CFR 60, Volatile Organic Compounds), Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous AirPollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II Ozone Depleting Substances):This product contains the following substances listed in the regulation:Substance(s) Citations0 Monoethanolamine Sec. 111CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:This product does not contain substances which require warning under California Proposition 65.MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:The following substances are disclosed for compliance with State Right to Know Laws:Monoethanolamine 141-43-5NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations(CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:E -Corrosive MaterialCANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have beenreported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL CONTROL LAWSAUSTRALIAAll substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS) and are listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).EUROPEThe substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10008/10 NNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECI0JAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)THE PHILIPPINESAll substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the PhilippineInventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).116. 1 OTHER INFORMATIONDue to our commitment to Product Stewardship, we have evaluated the human and environmental hazards andexposures of this product. Based on our recommended use of this product, we have characterized the product'sgeneral risk. This information should provide assistance for your own risk management practices. We haveevaluated our product's risk as follows:* The human risk is: Low" The environmental risk is: LowAny use inconsistent with our recommendations may affect the risk characterization. Our sales representative willassist you to determine if your product application is consistent with our recommendations. Together we canimplement an appropriate risk management process.This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of therecommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safeworkplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-10009110 A NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9226EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECAnnual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,Public Health Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (AMel Insight# CD-ROM Version). Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Ariel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (ArielInsight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version),Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued: 02/22/2004Version Number: 1.4Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198(630)305-100010/10 P4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC1. [ CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: NALCO 9353APPLICATION: SCALE INHIBITOR/DISPERSANTCOMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Nalco Company1601 W. Diehl RoadNaperville, Illinois60563-1198EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECNFPA 704M/HMIS RATINGHEALTH: 0/1 FLAMMABILITY: 1 /1 INSTABILITY: 0/0 OTHER:0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme12. 1 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSBased on our hazard evaluation, none of the substances in this product are hazardous.I 3. I HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONAW"EMERGENCY OVERVIEW**CAUTIONMay cause irritation with prolonged contact.Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Wear suitable protective clothing. Keep containertightly closed. Flush affected area with water. Protect product from freezing.May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and sulfur (SOx)under fire conditions.PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE :Eye, SkinHUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -ACUTE:EYE CONTACT:May cause irritation with prolonged contact.SKIN CONTACT:May cause irritation with prolonged contact.INGESTION:Not a likely route of exposure. No adverse effects expected.INHALATION:Not a likely route of exposure. No adverse effects expected.0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access1/9 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETNALCO PRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:Acute:A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.Chronic :A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:A review of available data does not identify any worsening of existing conditions.HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -CHRONIC:No adverse effects expected other than those mentioned above.14. 1 FIRST AID MEASURESEYE CONTACT:Flush affected area with water. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.SKIN CONTACT:Flush affected area with water. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.INGESTION:Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. If symptomsdevelop, seek medical advice.INHALATION:Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms andclinical condition.15. 1 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: > 212 OF/> 100 °C ( PMCC)EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:This product would not be expected to bum unless all the water is boiled away. The remaining organics may beignitable. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and sulfur (SOx)under fire conditions.SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.SNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access2/9 4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC16. 1 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Stop or reduce any leaks if it is safeto do so. Do not touch spilled material. Ventilate spill area if possible. Use personal protective equipmentrecommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection).METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeledcontainer. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or bydiking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Contact an approved waste haulerfor disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of material in compliance with regulations indicated inSection 13 (Disposal Considerations).ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:Do not contaminate surface water.1 HANDLING AND STORAGEHANDLING:Avoid eye and skin contact. Do not take internally. Ensure all containers are labelled. Keep the containers closedwhen not in use.STORAGE CONDITIONS:Protect product from freezing. Store in suitable labelled containers. Store the containers tightly closed.SUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL:Compatibility with Plastic Materials can vary; we therefore recommend that compatibility is tested prior to use.8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTIONOCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:This product does not contain any substance that has an established exposure limit.ENGINEERING MEASURES:General ventilation is recommended.RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:Respiratory protection is not normally needed. Respiratory protection is not normally needed.HAND PROTECTION:Neoprene gloves, Nitrile gloves, Butyl gloves, PVC glovesSKIN PROTECTION:Wear standard protective clothing.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access3/9 NNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECEYE PROTECTION:Wear chemical splash goggles. When handling this product, the use of splash chemical goggles is recommended.The applicable European standard can be found in EN 166.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep a safety shower available. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothingand thoroughly wash the affected area. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.HUMAN EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our recommended product application and personal protective equipment, the potential human exposureis: Moderate19. 1 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESPHYSICAL STATE LiquidAPPEARANCE Colorless OpaqueODOR NoneSPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.23 -1.29 @ 77 -F / 25 -CDENSITY 10.5 lb/galSOLUBILITY IN WATER CompletepH (100 %) 3VISCOSITY 275 cpsVOC CONTENT 0.0 % CalculatedNote: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.110. 1 STABILITY AND REACTIVITYSTA1I3LITY:Stable under normal conditions.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.CONDITIONS TO AVOID:Freezing temperatures.MATERIALS TO AVOID:Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen,permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors. Contact with strong alkalies (e.g. ammoniaand its solutions, carbonates, sodium hydroxide (caustic), potassium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide (lime), cyanide,sulfide, hypochlorites, chlorites) may generate heat, splattering or boiling and toxic vapors.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS -Under fire conditions: Oxides of carbon, Oxides of nitrogen, Oxides of sulfurNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access4/9 4 NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONNo toxicity studies have been conducted on this product.SENSITIZATION :This product is not expected to be a sensitizer.CARCINOGENICITY:None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research onCancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental IndustrialHygienists (ACGIH).HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: Low12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:The following results are for the product.ACUTE FISH RESULTS:Species Exposure LC50 Test DescriptorFathead Minnow 96 hrs 700 moI ProductACUTE INVERTEBRATE RESULTS:Species Exposure LC5O EC50 Test DescriptorCeriodaphnia dubia 48 hrs 375 mg/I ProductMOBILITY:The environmental fate was estimated using a level III fugacity model embedded in the EPI (estimation programinterface) Suite TM, provided by the US EPA. The model assumes a steady state condition between the total inputand output. The level III model does not require equilibrium between the defined media. The information provided isintended to give the user a general estimate of the environmental fate of this product under the defined conditions ofthe models. If released into the environment this material is expected to distribute to the air, water and soil/sedimentin the approximate respective percentages;Air Water Soil/Sediment<5% 10-30% 70-90%The portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.BIOACCUMULATION POTENTIALThis preparation or material is not expected to bioaccumulate.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access5/9 A4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTiNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC0ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: LowBased on our recommended product application and the product's characteristics, the potential environmentalexposure is: HighIf released into the environment, see CERCLA/SUPERFUND in Section 15.S13. 1 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIf this product becomes a waste, it is not a hazardous waste as defined by the Resource Conservation and RecoveryAct (RCRA) 40 CFR 261, since it does not have the characteristics of Subpart C, nor is it listed under Subpart D.As a non-hazardous waste, it is not subject to federal regulation. Consult state or local regulation for any additionalhandling, treatment or disposal requirements. For disposal, contact a property licensed waste treatment, storage,disposal or recycling facility.I 14. I TRANSPORT INFORMATIONIThe information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name I Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties,and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:Proper Shipping Name:AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper Shipping Name:PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURINGTRANSPORTATIONPRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURINGTRANSPORTATIONPRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURINGTRANSPORTATIONMARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):Proper Shipping Name:15. 1REGULATORY INFORMATIONNATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, none of the substances in this product are hazardous.CERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117,302:Notification of spills of this product is not required.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access6/9 AWNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE III) -SECTIONS 302, 311,312, AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.SECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found that this product is not hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200.Under SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.SECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):This product does not contain substances on the List of Toxic Chemicals.TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307,40CFR 116.4 /formerly Sec. 311 :None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 111 (40 CFR 60, Volatile Organic Compounds), Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous AirPollutants). Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II Ozone Depleting Substances):None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:This product does not contain substances which require warning under California Proposition 65.MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations(CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:Not considered a WHMIS controlled product.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access7/9 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETP04NALCOPRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) 0(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECCANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have beenreported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL CONTROL LAWSAUSTRALIAAll substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS).CHINAAll substances in this product comply with the Chemical Control Law and are listed on the Inventory of ExistingChemical Substances China (IECSC).EUROPEThe substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.JAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)THE PHILIPPINESAll substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the PhilippineInventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).16. 1 OTHER INFORMATIONDue to our commitment to Product Stewardship, we have evaluated the human and environmental hazards andexposures of this product. Based on our recommended use of this product, we have characterized the product'sgeneral risk. This information should provide assistance for your own risk management practices. We haveevaluated our product's risk as follows:" The human risk is: Low" The environmental risk is: LowAny use inconsistent with our recommendations may affect the risk characterization. Our sales representative willassist you to determine if your product application is consistent with our recommendations. Together we canimplement an appropriate risk management process.0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road
- Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access8/9
)4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTNALCO 9353EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECThis product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of therecommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safeworkplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Mel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood. CO.IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Annual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,Public Health Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Adel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (ArielInsight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version),Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued : 11/03/2005Version Number: 1.6Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access9/9 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET"NALCO PRODUCTACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) 0(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECS1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: ACTI-BROMO 1318APPLICATION: BIOCIDECOMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Nalco Company1601 W. Diehl RoadNaperville, Illinois60563-1198EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECNFPA 704MlHMIS RATINGHEALTH: 1/1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 /0 INSTABILITY: 0/0 OTHER:0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme12. 1 COMPOSITIONIINFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSOur hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for thenature of the hazard(s).Hazardous Substance(s) CAS NO % (w/w)Sodium Bromide 7647-15-6 30.0 -60.013. 1 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION-EMERGENCY OVERVIEW-CAUTIONCauses moderate eye irritation.Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminatedclothing and wash before reuse.May evolve hydrogen bromide and bromine under fire conditions.PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:Eye, SkinHUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -ACUTE:EYE CONTACT:Can cause mild to moderate irritation.SKIN CONTACT:May cause irritation with prolonged contact.INGESTION:Not a likely route of exposure. No adverse effects expected.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access1/11 fNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECINHALATION:Not a likely route of exposure. Aerosols or product mist may irritate the upper respiratory tract.SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:Acute :A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.Chronic:A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:A review of available data does not identify any worsening of existing conditions.HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS -CHRONIC:No adverse effects expected other than those mentioned above.14. -FIRST AID MEASURESIF ON SKIN OR CLOTHING: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, ifpresent, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatmentadvice.IF SWALLOWED: Call poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass ofwater if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do notgive anything by mouth to an unconscious person.IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably, mouth-to-mouth. Getmedical attention.A15. 1 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: NoneEXTINGUISHING MEDIA:Not expected to bum. Keep containers cool by spraying with water. Use extinguishing media appropriate forsurrounding fire.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:May evolve hydrogen bromide and bromine under fire conditions.SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access2/11 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET)4NALCO PRODUCTACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC16. ____ I ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Ensure clean-up is conducted bytrained personnel only. Ventilate spill area if possible. Do not touch spilled material. Stop or reduce any leaks if it issafe to do so. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/PersonalProtection). Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeledcontainer. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or bydiking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Wash site of spillage thoroughlywith water. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of materialin compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations).ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:This pesticide is toxic to fish and aquatic organisms. Do not discharge effluent containing this product into lakes,streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters, unless in accordance with the requirements of a NationalPollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and the permitting authority has been notified in writingprior to discharge. Do not discharge effluent containing this product to sewer systems without previously notifyingthe local sewage treatment plant authority. For guidance contact your State Water Board or Regional Office of theEPA.17. 1 HANDLING AND STORAGEHANDLING:Avoid eye and skin contact. Do not take internally. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Have emergencyequipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Ensure all containers are labelled. Keep the containersclosed when not in use. Use with adequate ventilation.STORAGE CONDITIONS:Store the containers tightly closed. Store in suitable labelled containers.8. EXPOSURE CONTROLSIPERSONAL PROTECTIONOCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:This product does not contain any substance that has an established exposure limit.ENGINEERING MEASURES:General ventilation is recommended.RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:Respiratory protection is not-normally needed.HAND PROTECTION:Neoprene gloves, Nitrile gloves, Butyl gloves, PVC glovesNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access3/11 fNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSKIN PROTECTION:Wear standard protective clothing.EYE PROTECTION:Wear chemical splash goggles.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area. Launder contaminated clothingbefore reuse. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep a safety shower available.HUMAN EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our recommended product application and personal protective equipment, the potential human exposureis: Moderate19. 1 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESPHYSICAL STATE LiquidAPPEARANCE ColorlessODOR NoneSPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.45 @ 77 °F /25 -CDENSITY 12.1 lb/galSOLUBILITY IN WATER CompletepH (100 %) 7.9VISCOSITY 5 cpsFREEZING POINT 7 OF / -14 °CBOILING POINT 218 OF (103.5 °CVAPOR PRESSURE 5.6 mm Hg @ 68 °F /20 °CVOC CONTENT 0.00 %Note: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.110. 1 STABILITY AND REACTIVITYSTABILITY:Stable under normal conditions.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.CONDITIONS TO AVOID:Freezing temperatures.MATERIALS TO AVOID:Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen,permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors.0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access4/11 P4NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECHAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:Under fire conditions: None known111. 1 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION IACUTE ORAL TOXICITY:Species LD50Rat > 5,000 mglkgRating: Non-HazardousACUTE DERMAL TOXICITY:Species LD50Rabbit > 2,000 mg/kgRating : Non-HazardousPRIMARY SKIN IRRITATION:Draize Score0.0 /8.0Rating: Essentially non-irritatingPRIMARY EYE IRRITATION:Draie Score16.0 1110.0Rating : Mildly irritatingTest DescriptorSimilar ProductTest DescriptorSimilar ProductTest DescriptorSimilar ProductTest DescriptorSimilar ProductSENSITIZATION:This product is not expected to be a sensitizer.CARCINOGENICITY:None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research onCancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental IndustrialHygienists (ACGIH).HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: Low12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:The following results are for the product and a similar product. The following results are for the active components.The following results are for the hypobromous acid (as Br2) generated from sodium bromide and hypochlorite.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198- (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access5/11 ) NALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETAPRODUCTACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECACUTE FISH RESULTS:Species Exposure LC50 Test DescriptorFathead Minnow 96 hrs > 5,000 mg/I ProductRainbow Trout 96 hrs > 1,000 mg/I Similar ProductBluegill Sunfish 96 hrs > 1,000 mg/I Similar ProductFathead Minnow 96 hrs 0.097 mg/I HOBr (Generated from NaBr)Rainbow Trout 96 hrs 0.23 mg/I HOBr (Generated from NaBr)Bluegill Sunfish 96 hrs 0.52 mg/I HOBr (Generated from NaBr)Sheepshead Minnow 96 hrs 0.19 mg/i HOBr (Generated from NaBr)ACUTE INVERTEBRATE RESULTS:Species Exposure LC50 EC50 Test DescriptorDaphnia magna 48 hrs 7,900 mg/i Active Substance ( SodiumBromide)Ceriodaphnia dubia 48 hrs > 5,000 mg/I ProductDaphnia magna 48 hrs 0.038 mg/I HOBr (Generated from NaBr)American Oyster 96 hrs 0.54 mg/I HOBr (Generated from NaBr)Mysid Shrimp (Mysidopsis 96 hrs 0.17 mg/i HOBr (Generated from NaBr)bahia) I IADDITIONAL ECOLOGICAL DATA:AOX information: Product contains no organic halogens.PERSISTENCY AND DEGRADATION:Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD):environment.This material is an oxidizing biocide and is not expected to persist in theGreater than 95% of this product consists of inorganic substances for which a biodegradation value is not applicable.MOBILITY:The environmental fate was estimated using a level III fugacity model embedded in the EPI (estimation programinterface) Suite TM , provided by the US EPA. The model assumes a steady state condition between the total inputand output. The level Ill model does not require equilibrium between the defined media. The information provided isintended to give the user a general estimate of the environmental fate of this product under the defined conditions ofthe models. If released into the environment this material is expected to distribute to the air, water and soil/sedimentin the approximate respective percentages;Air Water Soil/Sediment<5% 30 -50% 50 -70%The portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.BIOACCUMULATION POTENTIALThis preparation or material is not expected to bioaccumulate.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305.1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access6/11 AWNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: LowBased on our recommended product application and the product's characteristics, the potential environmentalexposure is: ModerateIf released into the environment, see CERCLA/SUPERFUND in Section 15.113. 1 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIIf this product becomes a waste, it is not a hazardous waste as defined by the Resource Conservation and RecoveryAct (RCRA) 40 CFR 261, since it does not have the characteristics of Subpart C, nor is it listed underSubpart D.As a non-hazardous waste, it is not subject to federal regulation. Consult state or local regulation for any additionalhandling, treatment or disposal requirements. For disposal, contact a properly licensed waste treatment, storage,disposal or recycling facility.DO NOT REUSE EMPTY CONTAINER. Triple rinse the container (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling orreconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incinerate. Bum only if allowed by state and localauthorities. If burned, stay out of smoke.114. -FTRANSPORT INFORMATIONThe information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name I Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties,and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:0Proper Shipping Name:AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper Shipping Name:PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURINGTRANSPORTATIONPRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURINGTRANSPORTATIONPRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURINGTRANSPORTATIONMARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):Proper Shipping Name:115. 1 REGULATORY INFORMATIONNATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/areshown below.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access7/110 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETAW PRODUCT~NALCOACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSodium Bromide : Eye irritantCERCLAISUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117, 302:Notification of spills of this product is not required.SARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE Ill) -SECTIONS 302,311,312, AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.SECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the followingindicated EPA hazard categories:X Immediate (Acute) Health HazardDelayed (Chronic) Health HazardFire HazardSudden Release of Pressure HazardReactive Hazard.Under SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10.000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.SECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):This product does not contain substances on the List of Toxic Chemicals.TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):This product is exempted under TSCA and regulated under FIFRA. The inerts are on the Inventory List.FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION (FDA) Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act:When use situations necessitate compliance with FDA regulations, this product is acceptable under: 21 CFR176.170 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with aqueous and fatty foods and 21 CFR 176.180Components of paper and paperboard in contact with dry foods., 21 CFR 176.300 Slimicides, The followinglimitations apply:This product may be used to treat pulp and papermill water systems in situations requiring FDA sanction providedthe bromide concentration in the water is kept below 22 ppm. The product must be used in conjunction with anoxidant such as bleach or gaseous chlorine. Follow instructions for use in pulp and papermill on the product label.FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA):EPA Reg. No. 5185-467-1706In all cases follow instructions on the product label.This product has been certified as KOSHER/PAREVE for year-round use INCLUDING THE PASSOVER SEASONby the CHICAGO RABBINICAL COUNCIL.0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access8/11 NALC OPRMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) 0(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CIEMTRECFEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307,40CFR 116.4 / formerly Sec. 311:.None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II OzoneDepleting Substances):None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:This product does not contain substances which require warning under California Proposition 65.MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:This product is a registered biocide and is exempt from State Right to Know Labelling Laws.NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations(CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:Pesticide controlled products are not regulated under WHMIS.CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have beenreported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL CONTROL LAWSAUSTRALIAAll substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS).EUROPEThe substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.JAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access9/11 )VNALCO0MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECTHE PHILIPPINESAJl substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the PhilippineInventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).116. 1 OTHER INFORMATIONDue to our commitment to Product Stewardship, we have evaluated the human and environmental hazards andexposures of this product. Based on our recommended use of this product, we have characterized the product'sgeneral risk. This information should provide assistance for your own risk management practices. We haveevaluated our product's risk as follows:* The human risk is: Low* The environmental risk is: LowAny use inconsistent with our recommendations may affect the risk characterization. Our sales representative willassist you to determine if your product application is consistent with our recommendations. Together we canimplement an appropriate risk management process.This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the.recommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safeworkplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Annual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,Public Health Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Mel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.SNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access10/11 PNALCOMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTACTI-BROM 1318EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECAriel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (ArielInsight# CD-ROM Version), Ardel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version),Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued: 05/08/2006Version Number: 1.170.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access11/11 P4NALCOSAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC11. 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME: H-130MAPPLICATION: BIOCIDECOMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Nalco Company1601 W. Diehl RoadNaperville, Illinois60563-1198EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S): (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECNFPA 704M/HMIS RATINGHEALTH: 3/3 FLAMMABILITY: 2/2 INSTABILITY: 0/0 OTHER:0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme = Chronic Health Hazard12. 1 COMPOSITIONIINFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSOur hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for thenature of the hazard(s).Hazardous Substance(s)Didecyl-Dimethyl-Ammonium chlorideEthanolCAS NO7173-51-564-17-5% (w/w)30.0- 60.05.0- 10.0I 3. I HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONI"EMERGENCY OVERVIEW"DANGERCombustible. CORROSIVE. Causes severe eye and skin damage. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Do not get in eyes,on skin, or on clothing. Wears goggles or face shield and rubber gloves when handling. Avoid contamination of food.Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition -No smoking. Use with adequate ventilation. Keepcontainer tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place.Wear chemical resistant apron, chemical splash goggles, impervious gloves and boots.Combustible Liquid; may form combustible mixtures at or above the flash point. Empty product containers maycontain product residue. Do not pressurize, cut, heat, weld, or expose containers to flame or other sources of ignition.May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions.May evolve HCI under fire conditions. May evolve ammonia under fire conditions.PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:Eye, Skin0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access1/10 SAFETY DATA SHEET)PNALCO PRODUCTH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECHUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS- ACUTE:EYE CONTACT:Corrosive. Will cause eye bums and permanent tissue damage.SKIN CONTACT:May cause severe irritation or tissue damage depending on the length of exposure and the type of first aidadministered. Harmful if absorbed through skin.INGESTION:Corrosive, causes bums to gastro-intestinal tract. Nausea, vomiting and stomach pain may occur. In severe casesblood may be vomited. May be fatal if swallowed.INHALATION:Irritating, in high concentrations, to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs. Inhalation of vapors may cause headache,nausea, and vomiting. Can cause central nervous system depression. Large exposures may be fatal.SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:Acute:A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.Chronic :A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS:Skin contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis condition.14. 1 FIRST AID MEASURESIF IN EYES: Hold eyelids open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, ifpresent, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing. Call poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call apoison control center or doctor for treatment advice.IF SWALLOWED: Call a Poison Control center or doctor for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if ableto swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything bymouth to an unconscious person.IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. if person is not breathing, call 911 or ambulance, then give artificialrespiration, preferable mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice., Takecontainer, label or product name and Pest Control Product registration number with you when seeking medicalattention.NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. Based on the individual reactions of thepatient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms and clinical condition.0Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 * (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access2/10 )4NALCOSAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC1 5. 1 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: 109 'F /43 -C ( SETAFLASH)EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:Foam, Carbon dioxide, Dry powder, Other extinguishing agent suitable for Class B fires, For large fires, use waterspray or fog, thoroughly drenching the burning material.Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:Combustible Liquid; may form combustible mixtures at or above the flash point. Empty product containers may containproduct residue. Do not pressurize, cut, heat, weld, or expose containers to flame or other sources of ignition. Mayevolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions. Mayevolve HCI under fire conditions. May evolve ammonia under fire conditions.SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.16. 1 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:.Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Use personal protective equipmentrecommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). Stop or reduce any leaks if it is safe to do so.Ventilate spill area if possible. Do not touch spilled material. Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only.Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities. Have emergencyequipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Remove sources of ignition.METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeledcontainer. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or bydiking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Wash site of spillage thoroughly withwater. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of material incompliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations),ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS:This product is toxic to fish and other water organisms. Do not discharge directly into lakes, ponds, streams,waterways or public water supplies.17. 1 HANDLING AND STORAGEHANDLING:Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid release of vaporsor mists into workplace air. Keep the containers closed when not in use. Do not use in locations where vapor is likelyto travel to welding flames or arcs or to other hot surfaces. Vapors are much heavier than air, this can result in unevendistribution. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access3/10 SAFETY DATA SHEETA41' PROUCTNALCOH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) 0(B00) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECSTORAGE CONDITIONS:Store away from heat and sources of ignition. Connections must be grounded to avoid electrical charges. Store thecontainers tightly closed. Store separately from oxidizers. Store in suitable labeled containers.18. 1 EXPOSURE CONTROLSIPERSONAL PROTECTIONOCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:Exposure guidelines have not been established for this product. Available exposure limits for the substance(s) areshown below.ACGIHJTLV:Substance(s)Ethanol TWA: 1,000 ppm, 1,880 mg/m3OSHA/PEL:Substance(s)Ethanol TWA: 1,000 ppm, 1,900 mglm3ENGINEERING MEASURES:Use general ventilation with local exhaust ventilation.RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:If significant mists, vapors or aerosols are generated an approved respirator is recommended. A suitable filter materialdepends on the amount and type of chemicals being handled. Consider the use of filter type: Organic vapor cartridge.with a Particulate pre-filter. In event of emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations a positive pressure,full-facepiece SCBA should be used. If respiratory protection is required, institute a complete respiratory protectionprogram including selection, fit testing, training, maintenance and inspection.HAND PROTECTION:When handling this product, the use of chemical gauntlets is recommended., The choice of work glove depends onwork conditions and what chemicals are handled. Please contact the PPE manufacturer for advice on what type ofglove material may be suitable., Gloves should be replaced immediately if signs of degradation are observed.SKIN PROTECTION:Wear impervious apron and boots. A full slicker suit is recommended if gross exposure is possible.EYE PROTECTION:Wear chemical splash goggles.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:Use good work and personal hygiene practices to avoid exposure. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep asafety shower available. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area. Laundercontaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling this productnever eat, drink or smoke.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access4/10 AWNALCOSAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTH-1 30MIEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECI 9. I PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESIPHYSICAL STATEAPPEARANCEODORLiquidLight yellowAlcoholicSPECIFIC GRAVITYDENSITYSOLUBILITY IN WATERpH (1 %)VISCOSITYFREEZING POINTVOC CONTENT0.93 @ 77 -F/25 -C7.7 lb/galComplete7.0 -8.0<100cps @ 77°FI25°C120F/-11.11 0C10%Note: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.110. 1 STABILITY AND REACTIVITYSTABILITY:Stable under normal conditions.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.CONDITIONS TO AVOID:Heat and sources of ignition including static discharges. Extremes of temperatureMATERIALS TO AVOID:Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen.permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors. Contact with reducing agents (e.g.hydrazine, sulfites, sulfide, aluminum or magnesium dust) may generate heat, fires, explosions and toxic vapors.HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:Under fire conditions: Oxides of carbon, Oxides of nitrogen, HCI, ammonia11. 1 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONThe following results are for the product.ACUTE DERMAL TOXICITY:Species LD50Rabbit > 4 g/kgTest DescriptorProductSENSITIZATION:This product is not expected to be a sensitizer.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road ' Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access5/10 AWNALCOSAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECCARCINOGENICITY:None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer(IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists(ACGIH).HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION:Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: High12. 1 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:The following results are for the product.ACUTE FISH RESULTS:Species Exposure LC50 Test DescriptorRainbow Trout 96 hrs 2.2 moBluegill Sunfish 96 hrs 0.92 mg/IACUTE INVERTEBRATE RESULTS:Species I Exposure LC50 EC50 Test DescriptorDaphnia magna 48 hrs 0.19 mg/AMysid Shrimp (Mysidopsis 96 hrs 0.14 mg/Ibahia) IENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATIONBased on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: HighIf released into the environment, see CERCLA/SUPERFUND in Section 15.13- 1 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSIf this product becomes a waste, it could meet the criteria of a hazardous waste as defined by the ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261. Before disposal, it should be determined if the waste meets thecriteria of a hazardous waste.Hazardous Waste: DOOPesticide wastes are acutely hazardous. Improper disposal of excess pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violationof Federal law. If these wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, contact your StatePesticide or Environmental Control Agency, or the Hazardous Waste Representative at the nearest EPA RegionalOffice for guidance.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 ° (630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access6/10 tNALCOSAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC114. 1 TRANSPORT INFORMATION!The information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name I Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties,and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.LAND TRANSPORT:Proper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:CORROSIVE LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.DIDECYLDIMETHYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE, ETHANOLUN 292083IIFlash Point:43 °C / 109 °FAIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA):Proper'Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:IATA Cargo Packing Instructions:IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit:MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO):CORROSIVE LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.DIDECYLDIMETHYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE, ETHANOLULN 292083II81230 L (Max net quantity per package)CORROSIVE LIQUID, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.DIDECYLDIMETHYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE, ETHANOLUN 292083IIProper Shipping Name:Technical Name(s):UN/ID No:Hazard Class -Primary:Hazard Class -Secondary:Packing Group:115. I REGULATORY INFORMATIONý IThis section contains additional information that may have relevance to regulatory compliance. The information in thissection is for reference only. It is not exhaustive, and should not be relied upon to take the place of an individualizedcompliance or hazard assessment. Nalco accepts no liability for the use of this information.NATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA:OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/areshown below.Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access7/10 SAFETY DATA SHEETANALCO PH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECDidecyl-Dimethyl-Ammonium chloride: CorrosiveEthanol: FlammableCERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117, 302:Notification of spills of this product is not required.SARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE Il1) -SECTIONS 302, 311,312, AND 313:SECTION 302 -EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.SECTIONS 311 AND 312 -MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the followingindicated EPA hazard categories:X Immediate (Acute) Health HazardDelayed (Chronic) Health HazardX Fire HazardSudden Release of Pressure HazardReactive HazardUnder SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.The current thresholds are:'500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremelyhazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.SECTION 313 -LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):This product does not contain substances on the List of Toxic Chemicals.TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):This product is exempted under TSCA and regulated under FIFRA. The inerts are on the Inventory List.FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA):EPA Reg. No. 6836-203-1706In all cases follow instructions on the product label.FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307,40 CFR116.4l formerly Sec. 311 :Substances listed under this regulation are not intentionally added or expected to be present in this product.CLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II OzoneDepleting Substances):Substances listed under this regulation are not intentionally added or expected to be present in this product.CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:Substances listed under California Proposition 65 are not intentionally added or expected to be present in this product.0For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access8/10 AWNALCOSAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCTH-130MEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECMICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:Substances listed under this regulation are not intentionally added or expected to be present in this product.STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:This product is a registered biocide and is exempt from State Right to Know Labelling Laws.NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA:WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS):This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR)and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:Pesticide controlled products are not regulated under WHM IS.CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):Substances regulated under the Pest Control Products Act are exempt from CEPA New Substance Notificationrequirements.AUSTRALIA.All substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme(NICNAS).CHINAAll substances in this product comply with the Provisions on the Environmental Administration of New ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances China (IECSC).EUROPEThe substance(s) in this preparation are included in or exempted from the EINECS or ELINCS inventoriesJAPANAll substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of ChemicalSubstances and are listed on the Existing and New Chemical Substances list (ENCS).KOREAAll substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the ExistingChemicals List (ECL)PHILIPPINESAll substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the Philippines Inventoryof Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).16. OTHER INFORMATIONThis product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used inapplications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the.recommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures shouldNalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access9110 SAFETY DATA SHEETAW NALCOPRODUCTEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTRECbe evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safe workplaceoperations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.REFERENCESThreshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, AmericanConference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp.,Bethesda, MD.Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS CD-ROMVersion), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World HealthOrganization, International Agency for Research on Cancer.Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. (TOMES CPSCD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Annual Report on Carcinogens. National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, PublicHealth Service.Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safetyand Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati,OH, (TOMES CPS CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Ariel Insight (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs),North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (ArielInsight CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD.The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS CD-ROM Version),Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.Prepared By: Product Safety DepartmentDate issued: 04120/2009Version Number: 1.6Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road -Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 -(630)305-1000For additional copies of an MSDS visit www.nalco.com and request access10/10 Material Safety Data SheetMay be used to comply withOSHA'S Hazard Communication Standard29 sCFR 1910, 1200. Standard Must beconsulted for SneCifiC reauirements.U.S, Department of LaborOccupational Safety and Health Administration(Non-Mandatory Form)Form ApprovedOMB No. 1218-0072consulted .. ......r i .............0EN`TIY(A on andL) INota: Blank spaces ame not penmitld. I any kem is nct Ww isabnB-2206 Bromide Tablets aval , b e space mu ie moft t Wica thatSection Imautacnre'w "no VariChem International, Inc. Ern nTaleplne Nuwrbei 1-800-424-9300Address (Nunber, Street. City, State, and Zip Code ) .Tlephono Number fo I'oMi"' 1-979-245-7278P.O. Box 528/ Hwy 35 West IDaisUpdated May6, 2009Van Vleck, TX 77482 signatureat Preparer (optiona,)Section II -Hazardous Ingredients I Identity InformationHazardous CvnwponeM (I5pecd Cramcal klertty. Carmon Narme( s) OSH-A PEL ACGIH TLV Other Units % (Optional)Bromochloro-5.5-dimethy4hydantoinA biocide used to control bacteria, algae, yeast and fungi in industrial water systems.D.O.T.= Oxidizing Solid. N.O.S..5.1 .UN 1479,PGII(Contains Halogen)Section III -Physical I Chemical Characteristicslorng Panl NA Specific Gravity (H20 -1) 1.8-2.0Vapor Pressre (-r HI) 25 n PNttI25*CC N/AVapor Denity (Aký,) N/A Evaporati Rate (Butyl)Acate 1)Soluklty In Water 25C:Benzefe:2.5 gil0OgAptearance and Odor White to Off Whfe. Tablet Faint halogen odorSection IV -Fire and Explosion Hazard DataFlasht PokE (Me~tod Used) NONE 77mmbl Limits NO LEL WA ULNI~t AExtiiguiushh Medla DRY POWDER, CARBON DIOXIDE. OR WATER SPRAYSpecial Fire F19Wn Procedwas USE WATER SPRAY TO COOL CONTAINERS EXP)OSED TO FIRE. DO NOT BREATHE FUM&S.Contain Run Off.Unusual Fire and Efp;bsk;n Hazanls OXIDIZING MATERIALS. WHEN HEATED TO DECOMPOSITION, MAY RELEASE POISONOUS ANDCorrohSe fumes, of bromide, ri&gen oxi:le. and hydrogen chloride. Strong zxivng agent.Forms explosive mixtures with combustible, organic or other easily oxidizable materials.(Reproduce Locally) OSHA 174. Sept. 19a5 Section V -Reactivity DataStabilit LftIICondlfonsloAvvdW TEMPERATURES ABOVE 1Rn'Bc.2O*FX IStable under normal conditions of storage,shipment and/or use.Incoe'0tbflty (Malimis to Avoid) OXIDIZING AGENTS. COMBUSTIBLE ORGANIC MATERIALS. BASESHazazdmoi DecormPl5tion or Byproducts ROGEN BROMIDE. BROMINE GAS, AND HYDROGEN CHLORIDEHaZIMayOcur ICaoInma to AvWdSection VI -Health Hazard DataRoute(s) d Erdy Eyes? Inhrlhon? x Skn Ingerton?Health Hamds (AAutO and Chmrpr) INHALATION LCSO -0.53MG/I A HOUR(RAT) ORAL LD0-I 500 MUACO (RAT)OIERMAL LE50Car-gewiiy- NO NIP? NO LARC MonogrAoti NO OSHA Regulated? YESNot known to be carcinogenic. Not included in NTP 8th Annual Report on Carcinogens.Not classified by LARCSlats ian SryparisY* r E~xpowu SEVERE EYE IRRIrATION. SKIN CONTACT CAUSES BURNS. SEVERE IRRITANT TO UPPER RESPIRATORYTract, nose. throat and lungs. Can cause shortness or breath, headache and nausea.Emergeny and irs? Aid Pmceds* yes HOtLD THE EYELIDS APART,FLUSH IMMEDIATELY WITH LARGE AMOUNTS OF WATER FOR ATLEAST 15 MINULTES. SKIN: REMOVE CONrAMINATED CLOTHING & WASH AFFECTED SKIN WITH MILD SOAP & WATER AT LEAST 15 MINUTES.4IIf swallowed.wash mouth thoroughly with water and drink 2 glasses of water.(Never give an unconclous personanything to drink)Dust Inhalation or Brething Fumes:Remove person to fresh aire, keep quiet and warm.IN ALL CASES SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY!Section VII -Precautions for Safe Handling and UseSteps Io Be Tuken In 5"a Maleinwl ii Releand or Spiled EVACUATE THE SPILL AREA. KEEP DUST TO A MINIMUM .TRANSFER SPILLEDMaterial to suitable containers for recovery of disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill sites after materialpickup Is complete CAUTION: Keep spills and cleaning runoff out of municipal sewers &open bodyof waters.Waste Disposa Method DISPOSE OF IN APPROVED LANDFILL SITE OR AN APPROVED INCINERATOR. CRUSH AND BURY EMPTY CON-tainels. Avoid access to streams,lakes or ponds.Observe all federalstate and local environmental regulations.Preca*iom to a6 Taken i, Handing aid Sorig MA.TERIAl IS POSSIBLE SKIN SENSITIZEr. AVOID SKIN CONTACT. PVC GLOVES SHOULD BEWorn when using this substance. They should.be replaced.immediately if there is any chemical on them.Dow Pmca,,sti UPON REMOVAL OF GLOVES, CLOTHING OR SHOES. WASH THOROUGHLY WITH SOAP AND WATER.Section VIII -Control Measuresrespiratory Protattian (Spe, fy Type) WEAR MSHAINIOSH APPROVED FULL-FACEPIECE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR.EQUIP WITH CHEMICAL CARTRIDGXE FOR PROTECTION AGAINST HALOGEN GASES AND DUST/MIST.Veribjlation Local Exhaust: USE (ESPECIALLY UNDER DUJST CONDITIONS) SpcaPn01ect.ve Gks WEAR CHEMICALLY RESISTANT GLOVES Eye Protectior: USE SAFETY GLASSES (ANSI28.7.IOR APPROVEDEOUIVALENT) WEAR CHEMICAL SAFETY GOGGLES IF AIRBORNE PARTICLES ARE PRESENT.0 PrIedIVe Cldnoug Equipment USE CHEMICAL RESISTANT BODY COVERING CLOTHES TO AVOID PROLONGFED SKIN CONTACTWoro-iMienk Prmcte SAFE'Y SHOWER AND EYE BATH SHOULD BE PROVIDED.IIDO NOT EATDRINK OR SMOKE UNTIL SHOWERING AND CHANGING CLOTHESII Material Safety Data SheetMay be used to comply withOSHA'S Hazard Communication Standard29 sCFR 1910, 1200. Standard Must beconsulted for specific requirements.B-2207 MicrobiocideSection IU.S. Department of LaborOccupational Safety and Health Administration(Non-Mandatory Form)Form ApprovedOMB No. 1218-0072Nm:Blnk spaces am~ not pamifntad. lf mwluhm is notap pkcabl. or no .ini mn Islavabbse. the space mur m b6naded to kIdicata that.Section II -Hazardous Ingredients I Identity Information-=Plftus CPonMnM (Speaoh ChýSC kWn5t. COMMon NSme(5)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Lontt % (OPOa)Gluteratdehyda (CAS# 111-30-8) 25%DOT: Corrosive Liquid, N.O.S.; 8; UN 3265; PGII; (Contains Gluteraldehyde)HMIS: H-2, F-2, R-0Section III -Physical I Chemical CharacteristicsAWC Oand O Transparent Colorless, Odor is sharp-medicinal.Section IV -Fire and Explosion Hazard DataFlash Powd Aewdusa) None I oFfobint LIMmls N/A ILF" N/A JuEL N/A* m Dry Chemical, Carbon Dioxide, or Alcohol type Foam.s3PS P~e RFhl'xi du- Not Availableursusw Fft ow Expiosm Hm None Known))~e6Dth L~iB~y LspA,~s~apLisa(RepnW-= L-ecay)OSHA 174. Sept. 1985 Section V -Reactivity DataStao U strene CIins to AvodInci ubItyt goAvoid Sftrn Alkalies and evaporation of water, strong acids.Kazzrdoua Dec I p iuo or BypoductsHuandun may O~u ... C:xotios to AvoidPo~nrizzto X Temperatures above 100OCSection Vl -Health Hazard DataR W &(s) d n In h c= n? Y sS kin ? Y e sin e ston ? eHefh H"Az Aa c,=k)DANGER: Corrosive, causes irreversible eye damage, Causes skin bums. Harmfulif inhaled, may be fatal if swallowed, Aspiration may cause lung damage.CaWdnoSey. NnP None 'AR"-ýna None OS"A 0 edeUnknowns0- an.d syptair e Fum May cause skin sensitization. May cause asthma. Repeated skin contact maycause a cumulative dermatitis.=- bft Wers Skin allergies and pre-existing asthmatic conditions.Emrwnencry I' wId IA , I Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, obtain medical attention. Eyes: Immediately flusheyes with water and obtain medical attention of ophthalmologist. Skin: Wash with soap and water. Swallowing:DO NOT Induce vomiting., Do Not give anything to drink. Obtain medical attention without delay.Section Vil -Precautions for Safe Handling and UseSmps tBe ~atRelw a orSpfi Very low levels can be biodegraded in a waste water system (5ppm).Flush small spills can be flushed with large quantities of water. Collect large spills on absorbent and disposeof according to Federal, State, and Local regulations.W"aO"P"'Me=x Atomize into hot incinerator fire or mix with suitable solvent and Incinerate. Dispose inaccordance with appropriate Federal. State, and Local regulations.Pmf6 Be Taken i HadI and Storing Wear protective clothing (Nitnle NBR) monogoggles and Butyl gloves.Work in well ventilated area.Oth.w~W'o Wash all equipment and protective clothing If contacted.Section VIII -Control:MeasuresR= ra n contained breathing apparatus MSHAINIOSH air purifying respirator.Vetw honf 1Locaj Exwi aSsIr6` 1 (0-"en Room Ventilation OK ozaProecie Gw Butyl I Proetn MonogogglesOher Pro1a cmkv Equ-prm Nitrile (NBR) Chemical Apron, Eye bath, Safety Shower, Rubber Boots.wmMu-ni Prmdces Good housekeeping acceptable industrial engineering practices. 0Material Safety Data SheetMay be used to comply withOSHA'S Hazard Communication Standard29 sCFR 1910, 1200. Standard Must beconsulted for specific requirements.-=.)TV tAV 14d On Laft WM LWQtSC-2312 Scale & Corrosion InhibitorSection IU.S. Department of LaborOccupational Safety and Health Administration(Non-Mandatory Form)Form ApprovedOMB No. 1218-0072BN:olbtk apaCaaa not parmded. I aIty Item is not applicabl, or no ibmallon iavaieable. Ue space Trust be marked to Irtclcate fattSection II -Hazardous Ingredients I Identity InformationHaNzMrim CMone;;,Mrm (,Spant CJoanical Ger~r. conw Na Peri)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Otrer urrm. % (Optlona')RecmrrmoodNoneThis product contains no hazardous components under current OSHA definitions.DOT: Not Regulated0*" This product does not contain any SARA Section 313 listed ChemicalsSection III -Physical I Chemical CharacteristicsPoi' 212OF Spscic Gravity (H20 =1)Vapor Prosaure (rnm HI.) 16.6 M-n PoinVapor DOmi (Aikl) 0.6 Evaipolren Rate (51t4 Acetrts a 1)1.032N/AN/ASolubeiy In Water CompleteAppearance ar o=,r Dark brown liquid with no distinct odor.Section IV -Fire and Explosion Hazard Data" Above 200OF (PMCC) % TL NIDA UEL N/DAExtiushia Moda Water spraySpaeca FkehtN P,_, , Do not enter any enclosed fire space without proper protective equipment.URnusW Fire and Exploslon Hazards None(Repraud- LoalyýOSHA 174, Sept. 1985 Section V -Reactivity Datas___y uab_'" Co_ _lioj AvoMdX INone~ eioAv) Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.iziwo necoanWaio o r- , Incomplete combustion may result in oxides of Phosphorus, Sulfur, & Nitrogen.iazoous OCan:itins to AvoidPoiymatiation NI O0, 1I X NoneSection VI -Health Hazard DataR.;*e.() of EDuy. Inhalation? Yes Sk? Yes Ingesfion7 YesHeaiUHamf (A=Ac w Cn") This material may cause minor irritation upon contact with the eyes.cannowi. N- No L Monographs No OSRA R te? NosaS- "rd s This material may cause minor irritation upon contact with the eyes. This materialis not expected to present a skin contact hazard.Madica Con~tiomsAwwvated by E.xmum NoneE-9*nq Aw,, =- Eyes: Flush with water for 15 min. Seek medical attention if irritation persist.Skin: Wash with soap & water. Ingestion: Seek medical attention.Section VII -Precautions for Safe Handling and UseStgo t Ta i.m Mael iwd or s1a Eliminate all open flames in the vicinity of the spill or releasedvapor. Contain by diking with a Non-Combustible absorbent and dispose of in a DOT approved container.wa-m 'wt' 'od Flush with water. Absorb large spills with an absorbent, and dispose of in a DOT approvedlIcontainer.Pnxeaian to B. Taken P Hancig and Stnn Keep outof reach of Children. Avoid splashing in your eyes.00hW PmcauiW INoneSection VIII -Control MeasuresReapI-yP' in(Sflec TvPe) Not normally required.Ventiwlat I. Eau31 Sufficientiuwmrk r'urm NoneSpeaI None00hW NoneGoggles, Safety GlassesIPcfrv, Ob= Rubber Gloves IEye PtaFetiono""en 'c'neCr Not normally required.Eyewash should be available and ready for use.II Material Safety Data SheetMay be used to comply withOSHA'S Hazard Communication Standard29 sCFR 1910, 1200. Standard Must beconsulted for specific requirements.U.S. Department of LaborOccupational Safety and Health Administration(Non-Mandatory Form)Form ApprovedOMB No. 1218-0072I D rT f M, U B M Lt a b o a M L i s t) N o t e : E ll a n k s p a me a r e n o p v --lt e O If n y sm is o t Pa k ~ bl e o cr n o r = n isSC-2316 Scale & Corrosion Inhibitor ,a=. mu ont Section IMa`caro"'"Nam" VariChem International, Inc. eTphone Number 1-800-424-9300Addmsr (Number. Stree. City. State, and Zip Code) iNumber for I 1-979-245-7278P.O. Box 528 / Hwy 35 West Dam P Jeae January 1,2006Van Vleck, TX 77412 s"uo Preparer (oplional)Section II -Hazardous Ingredients / Identity InformationHawroous Conpwaft l(Soaoc Chenwi blentityr Conrer Namnes)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Oter Limris % (Ophionai)ReconmrrvdedNoneThis product contains no hazardous components under current OSHA definitions.DOT: Not RequlatedHMIS: H-1. F-0. R-0This product does not contain any SARA Section 313 listed ChemicalsSection III -Physical I Chemical CharacteristicsBoilig Pce 212oF SpectlcGravity(H20-1) 1.01Vapor Pressure (mm ) 16.6 " ' NIAVapor Deanay (Ak i) 0.6 vaporation Rate 4uM Aetato -1) NIAsolI% "I w'.Val CompleteA"--- ' o"' Light to Dark brown liquid with no distinct odor.Section IV -Fire and Explosion Hazard DataFkhPoint jMetnod Usd) Abv 0O PC)FmttLimits LeL N/DA juLNIDAEaish Ik&,di Water spraySpecial Fr-e Fhtrocur Do not enter any enclosed fire space without proper protective equipment.Unumia For and Explosoio Hazards None(Ftepmouce L.cay) OSHA 174. 500t, I YMI iiSection V -Reactivity DataUS Cer, r= to Awodrta" IX INoneira~1toy M Av Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents." """ op' Incomplete combustion may result in oxides of Phosphorus, Sulfur, & Nitrogen.to Ayddra ý O~x X INoneSection VI -Health Hazard Datadf Ern. Yes swn? Yes Mg=stn? YesHea=m Hads (e a CI~r~r) This material may cause minor Irritation upon contact with the eyes.4ICtoQckfnt: No ARC M rrapm No OSH Re NoSw¶P syTon' Eosa This material may cause minor irritation upon contact with the eyes. This materialis not expected to present a skin contact hazard.A OZExoosu .NoneEmincy xWd F d ow Eyes: Flush with water for 15 min. Seek medical attention if irritation persist.Skin: Wash with soap & water. Ingestion: Seek medical attention.Section VII -Precautions for Safe Handling and UseSups to Be T,*.m tf C= Mmaw i Eliminate all open flames in the vicinity of the spill or releasedvapor. Contain by diking with a Non-Combustible absorbent and dispose of in a DOT approved container.w"v ..eM.. Flush with water. Absorb large spills with an absorbent, and dispose of in a DOT approvedcontainer.Precauorm to Be Taluan U= am sto~rr Keep out of reach of Children. Avoid splashing in your eyes.Keep container dosed when not in use.00W Pr~autio4NoneSection Viii -Control MeasuresR--P9ed' f (SpedryTYPO) Not normally required.Venlimnm Locat J1St Sufficientmem"'cw (Gen0ral` NoneSp-l" None09tW NoneRubberGloves " Goggles, Safety Glassesotw P,,1U cuhU1Eq*npmer. Not normally required.Woulclpran Wash hands after use. An eyewash should be available and ready for use. South Texas Project UNITED STATES / "'YBLESSING SE QUADRANGLEDEPAKITIENT OF THE INTIERIOR 7Pe ow ZSACGORD OGEOLCQC 'V 7.5 Ain 'V-WAV A--W U Z' ' V.. ..-----A7;.......... , ---A A -L ~..GV0'V~mAAA.,~.U AALAFAA " ~ Tr ,-illw0 -A ou.AAL Os-ulA*~TCA~a.RG.L.Vtt. .........GAL~ L V~AAALAA~A~VA~AALAAGAALAL LESSNOSE-WA., U Z'S~" GAAL71 3AL .q Lj 7AAVALAL ALLLALA UAA A A -t'VAAAAA UAA -A'VAA~ AAALAVA A AAAAA SAG-AL 4/3 -r 7T~DES. c~t~C60b0MA TA G0RDAAB A Y'* ~ A,PtOOAdby lb. 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