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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 14-2066

NOTICES

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Applications, Actions and Special Notices


APPLICATIONS

[44 Pa.B. 6235]
[Saturday, October 4, 2014]

THE CLEAN STREAMS LAW AND THE FEDERAL CLEAN WATER ACT

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

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

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

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

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

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

 Persons wishing to comment on NPDES applications are invited to submit statements to the contact office noted before the application within 30 days from the date of this public notice. Persons wishing to comment on WQM permit applications are invited to submit statements to the office noted before the application within 15 days from the date of this public notice. Comments received within the respective comment periods will be considered in the final determinations regarding the applications. A comment submittal should include the name, address and telephone number of the writer and a concise statement to inform the Department of the exact basis of a comment and the relevant facts upon which it is based.

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

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


I. NPDES Renewal Applications

Southwest Regional Office: Clean Water Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745. Phone: 412.442.4000.

NPDES No.
(Type)
Facility Name &
Address
County &
Municipality
Stream Name
(Watershed No.)
EPA Waived
Y/N?
PA0219487
(Sewage)
Mine 84 Hallam Portal STP
Hallam Road (T-477)
Amity, PA 15331
Washington County
Amwell Township
Unnamed tributary to Redd Run
(19-B)
Y
PA0098345
(Sewage)
Clifford Pritts Township Elementary School
1542 Indian Creek Valley Road
Melcroft, PA 15462
Fayette County
Saltlick Township
Indian Creek
(19-E)
Y

 Northwest Region: Clean Water Program Manager, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481
NPDES No.
(Type)
Facility Name &
Address
County &
Municipality
Stream Name
(Watershed#)
EPA Waived
Y/N?
PA0221236
(Sewage)
Brocklehurst MHP
350 Fox Mine Road
Jackson Center, PA 16133
Mercer County
Jackson Township
Unnamed Tributary to Fox Run
(20-A)
Y
PA0240061
(Sewage)
Country Acres Personal
Care Home
2017 Meadville Road
Titusville, PA 16354
Venango County
Cherrytree Township
Unnamed Tributary to Prather Creek
(16-D)
Y
PA0104019
(Sewage)
Veolia ES Solid Waste of PA
6330 Route 219
Brockway, PA 15824
Jefferson County
Washington Township
Unnamed Tributary to the Wolf Run
(17-C)
Y

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

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

PA0086282, GWCU, SIC Code 4922, Texas Eastern Transmission LP, 2601 Market Place, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9363. Facility Name: Texas Eastern—Grantville Compressor Station. This existing facility is located in East Hanover Township, Dauphin County.

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

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

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.0884 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (ug/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
Total PCBs (µg/L) XXX XXX XXX 0.000188 0.000293 0.00047

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

 • WQBELs below quantitation limits (QLs)

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

 The EPA Waiver is in effect.


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

PA0006343, Industrial Waste, SIC Code 3312, AK Steel Corp, 9227 Centre Point Drive, West Chester, OH 45069. Facility Name: AK Steel Main Facility. This existing facility is located in the City of Butler & Butler Township, Butler County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for a renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated industrial waste, non-contact cooling water, miscellaneous wastewaters and stormwater. This is a re-draft of the NPDES permit that was originally published in the Pennsylvania Bulletin on 7/26/14.

 The receiving streams are Connoquenessing Creek (Outfalls 001-005, 007-016, 027-030, 033-037 and 040-048), unnamed tributary to Connoquenessing Creek (Outfall 050), Sawmill Run (Outfalls 006, 026, 031 and 032), Rocklick Run (Outfalls 017-024, 038, 039 and 049) and Sullivan Run (Outfall 025). The receiving streams are in State Water Plan 20-C and are classified for the following uses: warm water fishes, aquatic life, water supply and recreation.The discharges are not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.341 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids 179 417 XXX Report Report 157
Hexavalent Chromium 0.26 0.51 XXX 0.093 0.19 0.23
Total Chromium 2.4 6.0 XXX Report Report 2.1
Total Iron Report Report XXX 4.3 8.7 10.9
Total Nickel 1.8 5.4 XXX Report Report 1.6

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 002 are based on a design flow of 0.0029 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 150
Oil and Grease XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 30

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 003 are based on a design flow of N/A MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 150
Oil and Grease XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 30

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 004 are based on a design flow of 0.034 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 005 are based on a design flow of 1.5 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6 XXX XXX 9
Total Suspended Solids 1,211 2,935 XXX Report Report 242
Oil and Grease 398 1,191 XXX 15 Report 30
Total Chromium 14.7 37 XXX Report Report 3.0
Total Iron 55.7 111 XXX 2.54 5.08 6.35
Total Nickel 11.1 33.3 XXX Report Report 2.7
Naphthalene XXX 0.05 XXX XXX XXX XXX
Tetrachloroethylene XXX 0.08 XXX XXX XXX XXX
Total Dissolved Solids Report XXX XXX Report XXX XXX

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 006 are based on a design flow of 0.0029 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) XXX Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6 XXX XXX 9
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 60
Oil and Grease XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 30

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 007 are based on a design flow of 1.0 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD)
 (Final) Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH
 (Interim) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids
 (Interim) 1,181 3,153 XXX Report Report 378
 (Final) 1,181 3,153 XXX XXX XXX XXX
Oil and Grease
 (Interim) XXX 790 XXX 15 Report 30
 (Final) XXX 790 XXX XXX XXX XXX
Total Aluminum
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Zinc
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX

 The proposed effluent limits for Suboutfall 107 are based on a design flow of 1.0 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD)
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
Report XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.)
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
Report Report XXX Report Report XXX
Oil and Grease
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
Report Report XXX 15 Report 30
Total Aluminum
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Zinc
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX

 The proposed effluent limits for Suboutfall 207 are based on a design flow of N/A MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD)
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
XXX Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.)
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
XXX Report XXX XXX Report XXX
Oil and Grease
 Internal Monitoring Point
 (Final)
XXX Report XXX XXX Report XXX

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 025 are based on a design flow of N/A MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) XXX Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Total Suspended Solids XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 60
Oil and Grease XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX 30

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 034 are based on a design flow of 0.004 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) XXX Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0

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

 • Chemical Additives

 • Stormwater

 • Warning Sign requirement—Outfalls 001 & 004 (Heated Discharges)

 • Monitoring Waiver—Outfall 005—Naphthalene &Tetrachloroethylene

 • Reactivation of the Steel Making Processes related to Outfalls 001 & 025

 • Electronic Discharge Monitoring Reporting requirement

 • Hauled-In Waste Reporting (clarification)

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

 The EPA Waiver is not in effect.

PA0028223, Sewage, SIC Code 4952, Corry City Municipal Authority Erie County, 36 West Main Street, Corry, PA 16407. Facility Name: Corry WWTP. This existing facility is located in Corry City, Erie County.

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

 The receiving stream, the Hare Creek, is located in State Water Plan watershed 16-B and are classified for Cold Water Fishes and Warm Water Fishes, respectively, as well as aquatic life, water supply, and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 3.5 MGD.

Mass (lbs/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Weekly
Average
Minimum Average
Monthly
Weekly
Average
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report Daily Max XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
Dissolved Oxygen XXX XXX 7.0 XXX XXX XXX
Total Residual Chlorine XXX XXX XXX 0.4 XXX 1.2
CBOD5
 May 1 - Oct 31 437 642 XXX 15 22 30
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 729 1,167 XXX 25 40 50
BOD5
 Influent XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids
 Influent XXX XXX XXX Report XXX XXX
Total Suspended Solids 876 1,314 XXX 30 45 60
Fecal Coliform (CFU/100 ml)
 May 1 - Sep 30 XXX XXX XXX 200    
Geo Mean
XXX 2,000
 Oct 1 - Apr 30 XXX XXX XXX 2,000     
Geo Mean
XXX 10,000
Ammonia-Nitrogen
 May 1 - Oct 31 58 XXX XXX 2.0 XXX 4.0
 Nov 1 - Apr 30 175 XXX XXX 6.0 XXX 12.0
Total Nitrogen Report XXX XXX Report XXX Report
Total Phosphorus Report XXX XXX Report XXX Report
Total Copper
 (Interim) Report Report XXX Report XXX Report
 (Final) 0.35 0.52 XXX 0.012 XXX 0.024
Free Available Cyanide
 (Interim) Report Report XXX Report XXX Report
 (Final) 0.20 0.30 XXX 0.0069 XXX 0.0138
Bis(2-Ethylhexyl)Phthalate
 (Interim) Report Report XXX Report XXX Report
 (Final) 0.11 0.17 XXX 0.004 XXX 0.008

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

 • Requirement to Use eDMR System

 • Maximizing Treatment at the Existing POTW

 • Combined Sewer Overflows

 • Solids Management

 • Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET)

 • Requirements Applicable to Stormwater Outfalls

 • Toxics Reduction Evaluation (TRE)

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

 The EPA Waiver is not in effect.


 Southwest Regional Office: Clean Water Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745. Phone: 412.442.4000.

PA0095273, SIC Code 1381, Fluid Recovery Service LLC, PO Box 232, Creekside, PA 15732. Facility Name: FRS Josephine Facility. This existing facility is located in Burrell Township, Indiana County.

 Description of Existing Activity: The application is for a renewal of an NPDES permit for an existing discharge of treated oil & gas wastewater.

 The receiving stream, Blacklick, is located in State Water Plan watershed 18-D and is classified for Trout Stocking, aquatic life, water supply and recreation. The discharge is not expected to affect public water supplies.

 The proposed effluent limits for Outfall 001 are based on a design flow of 0.155 MGD.

Mass (lb/day) Concentration (mg/l)
Parameters Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Minimum Average
Monthly
Daily
Maximum
Instant.
Maximum
Flow (MGD) Report Report XXX XXX XXX XXX
pH (S.U.) XXX XXX 6.0 XXX XXX 9.0
BOD5 Report Report XXX 53 163 XXX
Total Suspended Solids Report Report XXX 30 60 XXX
Total Dissolved Solids
 (Interim) Report Report XXX Report Report XXX
 (Final) Report Report XXX 500 1,000 XXX
Oil and Grease XXX XXX XXX 15 XXX 30
Acidity, Total (as CaCO3) XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
Alkalinity, Total (as CaCO3)
 Effluent Net XXX XXX 0 XXX XXX XXX
Alkalinity, Total (as CaCO3) XXX XXX Report Report Report XXX
Total Aluminum Report Report XXX 0.75 0.75 XXX
Total Antimony XXX XXX XXX 0.206 0.249 XXX
Total Arsenic XXX XXX XXX 0.104 0.162 XXX
Total Barium
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 10 20 XXX
Total Cadmium Report Report XXX 0.0102 0.0172 XXX
Total Chromium XXX XXX XXX 0.323 0.746 XXX
Total Cobalt XXX XXX XXX 0.124 0.192 XXX
Total Copper XXX XXX XXX 0.242 0.5 XXX
Total Iron Report Report XXX 1.5 3.0 XXX
Total Lead XXX XXX XXX 0.160 0.350 XXX
Total Manganese Report Report XXX 1.0 2.0 XXX
Total Mercury
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX 0.000734 0.00234 XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 0.000246 0.0000641 XXX
Total Nickel
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX 1.45 3.95 XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 0.309 0.794 XXX
Total Selenium
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 0.0698 0.176 XXX
Total Silver
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX 0.0351 0.120 XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 0.0122 0.0318 XXX
Total Strontium
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 10 20 XXX
Sulfate Report Report XXX Report Report XXX
Total Uranium (µg/L) XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
Total Thallium XXX XXX XXX 0.027 0.042 XXX
Total Tin
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX 0.165 0.335 XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 0.0367 0.0955 XXX
Total Titanium
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX 0.0618 0.0947 XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 0.00612 0.0159 XXX
Total Vanadium
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX 0.0662 0.218 XXX
 (Final) XXX XXX XXX 0.0518 0.0628 XXX
Total Zinc
 (Interim) XXX XXX XXX 0.420 0.497 XXX
 (Final) Report Report XXX 0.252 0.497 XXX
o-Cresol XXX XXX XXX 0.561 1.92 XXX
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol XXX XXX XXX 0.106 0.155 XXX
Phenol XXX XXX XXX 1.08 3.65 XXX
Acetone XXX XXX XXX 7.97 30.2 XXX
Acetophenone XXX XXX XXX 0.0562 0.114 XXX
Ethylbenzene XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
Benzene Report Report XXX 0.001 0.002 XXX
Butyl Benzyl Phthalate XXX XXX XXX 0.0887 0.188 XXX
Total BTEX XXX XXX XXX 0.1 0.2 XXX
Chloride
 (Interim) Report Report XXX Report Report XXX
 (Final) Report Report XXX 250 500 XXX
Bromide Report Report XXX Report Report XXX
2-Butanone XXX XXX XXX 1.85 4.81 XXX
Bis(2-Ethylhexyl)Phthalate XXX XXX XXX 0.101 0.215 XXX
Fluoranthene XXX XXX XXX 0.0268 0.0537 XXX
Carbazole XXX XXX XXX 0.276 0.598 XXX
n-Decane XXX XXX XXX 0.437 0.948 XXX
n-Octadecane XXX XXX XXX 0.302 0.589 XXX
p-Cresol Report Report XXX 0.205 0.698 XXX
Pyridine XXX XXX XXX 0.182 0.370 XXX
Toluene XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
Total Xylenes XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
Gross Alpha (pCi/L) XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX
Radium 226/228, Total (pCi/L) XXX XXX XXX Report Report XXX

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

 • Chemical Additives, Kiskiminetas-Conemaugh TMDL Allocated Load

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 412-442-4000.

 The EPA Waiver is not in effect.


 Central Office: Bureau of Point and Non-Point Source Management, Planning and Permitting Program Manager, 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8774, Telephone: 717.787.8184.

PA0270784, Pesticides, SIC Code 0921, PA Fish & Boat Commission, 1735 Shiloh Road, State College, PA 16801.

 Description of Proposed Activity: The application is for a new NPDES permit for a new discharge associated with the application of pesticides (including algaecide, herbicides and fish control chemicals) to control weeds and algae: to maximize fish production in all fish ponds of the state fish hatcheries; and to maintain aesthetic condition around theses ponds and lakes associated with Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission for anglers, boaters, and all other recreational users statewide.

 Applicators are required to follow product labeling instructions of pesticides, which may include provisions to reduce application doses and notify public water suppliers in the event applications are conducted near public water supply intakes. Applicators are required to coordinate with the operators of such drinking water treatment plants prior to treatment to avoid any shortages. The discharges associated with the pesticide applications are not expected to affect public water supplies.

 PA DEP has made a tentative determination to issue the NPDES permit subject to the terms and conditions of the permit. An anti-degradation analysis has been completed to document that pesticide application activities in High Quality (HQ) or Exceptional Value (EV) waters will be conducted in a manner that minimizes adverse environmental effects. The proposed permit contains conditions that require implementation of Pest Management Measures, Recordkeeping and Annual Reporting Requirements, Corrective Action Documentation and Reporting, and a Pesticides Discharge Management Plan.

 This notice appeared in the August 9, 2014, edition of the Pennsylvania Bulletin. The 30-day comment period ended on September 8, 2014. The Department has decided to extend the comment period by an additional 15 days in accordance with 25 Pa. Code § 92a.82(d). You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 717-787-8184. You may submit written comments on the application and draft permit within 15 days to the address above. After the 15-day extended comment period, PA DEP will make a final determination on the issuance of the permit.

 The EPA waiver is not in effect.


III. WQM Industrial Waste and Sewerage Applications Under the Clean Streams Law (35 P. S. §§ 691.1—691.1001)

Southwest Regional Office: Regional Clean Water Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745. Phone: 412.442.4000.

WQM Permit No. 1114405, Sewage, City of Johnstown, 401 Main Street, Johnstown, PA 15901.

 This proposed facility is located in the City of Johnstown, Cambria County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Proposed construction of new sanitary sewers to replace existing defective sewers in the Moxham—Phase I Area.

 The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) which administers Pennsylvania's State Revolving Fund has been identified as a possible funding source.

WQM Permit No. 1114404, Sewage, Portage Area Sewer Authority, 606 Cambria Street, Portage, PA 15946-1516.

 This proposed facility is located in Portage Township, Cambria County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: Installation of a new sanitary sewer collection system to serve Martindale and the replacement of Ward 3 sanitary sewers.

 The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) which administers Pennsylvania's State Revolving Fund has been identified as a possible funding source.

WQM Permit No. 6372404, Sewage, Carroll Township Authority, PO Box 661, Donora, PA 15033.

 This proposed facility is located in Carroll Township, Washington County.

 Description of Proposed Action/Activity: The Authority proposes to replace the pumps and add a new comminutor to their existing El Dora pump station.


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

Southeast Region: Water Management Program Manager, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI01
1514025
Valley Investments Group VII
55 Country Club Drive,
Suite 200
Downingtown, PA 19335
Chester Charlestown Township Valley Creek
EV
PAI01
2314005
Tyler Arboretum
515 Painter Road
Media, PA 19063
Delaware Middletown Township Ridley Creek
HQ—TSF
PAI01
5114016
Wexford Development, LLC
801 W. Baltimore Street,
Suite 505
Baltimore, MD 21201
Philadelphia City of Philadelphia Schuylkill River
WWF—MF
PAI01
5114010-1
The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints
50 East North Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84150
Philadelphia City of Philadelphia Schuylkill River
WWF

Northeast Region: Watershed Management Program Manager, 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1915.

Lehigh County Conservation District, Lehigh Ag Center, Suite 102, 4184 Dorney Park Rd., Allentown PA 18104

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI023914015 Mark Stein
Bethlehem Area School District
250 E. Fairview Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
Lehigh City of Bethlehem Monocacy Creek
(HQ-CWF, MF)
PAI023914014 Randy Soriano
Salisbury Township
2900 S. Pike Avenue
Allentown, PA 18103
Lehigh Salisbury Township Little Lehigh Creek
(HQ-CWF, MF)

Monroe County Conservation District, 8050 Running Valley Rd., Stroudsburg PA 18360-0917

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI024514009 Transcontinental Gas
Pipeline Company
2800 Post Oak Blvd., Level 17
Houston, TX 77056
Monroe Tunkhannock Township UNT to Mud Pond Run
(HQ-CWF, MF)

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

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI024814011 Wayne Holmberg
Victaulic Co.
4901 Kesslerville Road
Easton, PA 18040
Northampton Forks Township Bushkill Creek
(HQ-CWF, MF)

Northwest Region: Watershed Management Program Manager, 230 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335-3481

Elk County Conservation District, Elk Courthouse Annex, 300 Center Street, Ridgway PA 15853

NPDES
Permit No.
Applicant Name &
Address
County Municipality Receiving
Water/Use
PAI062414001 PADOT District 2
1924 Daisy Street Ext
PO Box 342
Clearfield PA 16830
Elk Ridgway Township Big Mill Creek HQ-CWF

STATE CONSERVATION COMMISSION

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

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

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

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

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

APPLICATIONS

NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT PLAN—PUBLIC NOTICE SPREADSHEET

Agricultural Operation
Name and Address
County Total
Acres
Animal
Equivalent
Units
Animal
Type
Special Protection
Waters (HQ or
EV or NA)
Renewal/
New
Dream Farms
13689 Dream Hwy
Newburg, PA 17240
Franklin 220.5 2,295 Heifers NA Renewal
Melvin Bricker
8310 Ft. McCord Rd.
Chambersburg, PA 17202
Franklin 5.9 358.31 Turkey NA New
Chickies Creek Farm LLC
Dustin Ginder
2537 Risser Mill Road
Mount Joy, PA 17552
Lancaster 91.2 1,190.16 Layers NA Renewal
Joel Rutt
1178 White Oak Road
Manheim, PA 17545
Lancaster 194 410.44 Swine / Broiler / Beef NA Renewal

Application for NPDES Permit to Discharge to State Waters

Southwest Regional Office: Regional Clean Water Program Manager, 400 Waterfront Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4745, Telephone: 412.442.4000.

Application No. PA0252905, Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO), Washington Trotting Association. (Meadows Racetrack & Casino), PO Box 449, Meadow Lands, PA 15347-0449.

 Mec PA Racing Inc. has submitted an application for an Individual NPDES permit for an existing CAFO known as Meadows Racetrack & Casino, located in North Strabane Township, Washington County.

 The CAFO is situated near Unnamed Tributary to Chartiers Creek in Watershed 20-F, which is classified for Warm Water Fishes. The CAFO is designed to maintain an animal population of approximately 845.0 animal equivalent units (AEUs) consisting of 845 horses. Manure will be stored in a covered building and and loaded out periodically to export to a mushroom farm or to the Arden Landfill. Washwater from the barns is collected with the sanitary sewer.A release or discharge to waters of the Commonwealth under normal operating conditions is not expected.

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

 You may make an appointment to review the DEP files on this case by calling the File Review Coordinator at 412-442-4000.

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

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