HomeMy WebLinkAboutOROVILLE GOLD LLC REPORT OF COMPOSTING SITEOroville Gold. LLC
Report of Composting Site
Information (RCSI)
Presented to:
Butte County Public Health
Environmental Health Division
202 Mira Loma Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
(530) 5.38-7281
Presented by: ,
SCS 'ENGINEERS
3843 Brickway Boulevard; Suite 208
Santa Rosa, CA.
(707) 546-9461
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Revised March 8, 2010
File No. 01203196.01
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Oroville' Gold LLC
Report of Composting Site Information
(RCSI)
Presented for:
Mr. S. Seidenglanz
Oroville Gold. LLC
4801 Feather River Boulevard, Bldg. 29
Oroville, CA 95965
Presented by:
SCS ENGINEERS
3843 Brickway Boulevard, Suite 208
Santa Rosa, CA
(707) 546-9461
Revised March 8, 2010
File No. 01203196.01
Oroville Gold
LIMITATIONS 'AND DISCLAIMER
This report has been prepared on behalf of broville Gold LLC (Orville Gold) with specific
application to the proposed Orville Gold composting facility located in Oroville, California.
This report is prepared in accordance with the care and skill generally exercised by reputable
professionals, under similar circumstances, in this or similar localities. No other warranty, either
expressed or implied, is made as to the professional advice presented herein.
Changes in Site use and conditions may occur due to variations in rainfall, temperature, water
usage, or other factors. Additional information that was not available to the consultant at the
time of this report or changes that may have occurred on the Site or in the surrounding area may
result in modification to the Site that would impact the summary presented herein. This report is
not legal opinion.
We look forward to continuing to work with you on this project and trust this report provides the
information you require at this time. If you have any questions or need additional information,
please call Jane Gaskell at SCS Engineers at (707) 546-9461.
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Project Manager
Julian Kayne
Staff Engineer
Oroville
California
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Section
Table of Contents
Page
Limitationsand Disclaimer................................................................................................................................ii
Listof Attachments...................................................................................................:.........................................v
Listof Acronyms and Abbreviations..............................................................................................................A
1 INTRODUCTION .................. ..................................................................................................................... 1
2 SITE LOCATION...................................................................................................................................... 2
FacilityLocation Map...............:....................................................................................................... 2
Zoning.................................................................................................................................................. 2
FacilityLayout Description....................................................:.......................................................... 2
SurroundingLand Use....................................................................................................................... 3
3 QUANTITY AND TYPES OF MATERIALS TO BE ACCEPTED............................................................ 3
CompostingProcess.......................................................................................................................... 3
Feedstocks........................................................................................................................................... 4
Additivesand Amendments...............................:.............................................................................5
Average and Maximum Quantity of Individual Types of Feedstock ....................................... 6
CompostProduction Capacity.........................................................................................................6
Summary of Sources of Individual Types of .Waste Received Daily:......................................7
Hoursof Operation...........................................................................................................................7
4 COMPOSTING FACILITY OPERATIONS............................................................................................7
ProjectDescription............................................................................................:................................7
Excavatingand/or Receiving.......................................................................................................... 8
LoadChecking................................................................................................................................... 9
Grinding...............................:.........................................................:.................................................... 9
Composting.................................................:.......................:.............................................................10
Curing/Screening........................................................:............................................. ...........13
Storage.............................................................................................................................................14
Security...............................................................................................................................................15
Signage..............................................................................................................................................15
Opento the Public...........................................................................................................................16
Recordkeeping.................................................................................................................................16
5 CONTINGENCY PLANS......................................................................................................................17
EquipmentFailure........................................................:...................................................................17
UnusualPeak Loading....................................................................................................................18
6 MATERIALS HANDLING ACTIVITIES..................................................................................................18
ConfinedUnloading........................................................................................................................1 8
MaterialPreparation......................................................................................................................19
Housekeeping...................................................................................................................................19
Storageand Disposal of Waste Material..................................................................................19
Quenchor Process Water..............................................................................................................20
7 COMPOSTING FACILITY -CONTROLS..............................................................................................20
VectorControl..................................................................................................................................20
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NoiseControl..................................:...............:.............................................................................:...21
DustControl....................................................................:.................................................................21
LitterControl............................:........................................................................................................21
LeachateControl........:..............................................:.....................................................................21
OdorControl....................................................................................................................................22
8 HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM.........................:..........................................................................22
SanitaryFacilities........:...................................................................................................................22
Healthand Safety Equipment......................................................................................................:22
WaterSupply
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Training.............................................................................................................................................23
FireControl.......................................................................................................................................23
9 COMPOSTABLE MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT...............:.................................................24
10 SITE RESTORATION.............................................................................................................................24
1 1 FACILITY MANAGEMENT....................................................................................:..............................25
CERTIFICATION...............................................................................................................................................26
DISTRIBUTION.............................................................................................................................................:...27
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LIST OF ATTACHMENTS.
Figure No.
1 Site Vicinity Map
2 Existing Site Layout - Former Louisiana-Pacific Class III Wood Waste Landfill
3 Proposed Site Layout and Operational Design — Oroville Gold LLC Compost Facility
4 Butte County Existing Permitted Solid Waste Facilities
5 USGS Topographical Map
Appendices
A Definitions - Title 14, Natural Resources --Division 7, CIWMB, Chapter 3.1. Compostable
Materials, Section 17852
B Moisture and Carbon -Nitrogen Ratio Calculation Spreadsheet
C Load Checking Program
D Extended Aerated Static Pile Diagrams
E Process Flow Chart
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F Odor Impact Minimization Plan
G Oroville Landfill Properties Class III Wood Waste Landfill, Order No. R5-2007-0042.
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LIST OF ACRONYMS AN,D A-BBREVIATIONS
ASPS = Aerated Static Piles
C:N Carbon to,Nitrogen Ratio
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OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration
LEA = Local Enforcement Agency
RCSI Report of Composting Site Information
SCS = SCS Engineers
WDRs = Waste Discharge Requirements
WMU = Waste Management Unit
Oroville Gold
1 INTRODUCTION
This Report of Composting Site Information (RCSI) describes the design and operation of the.
Oroville Gold LLC (Oroville Gold) facility. This report describes the facility operation and
provides enforcement agency notification information.
Facility Name: Oroville Gold LLC
Facility Operator: Oroville Gold LLC
4801 Feather River Blvd., Building 29
Oroville, CA 95965
(530)533-1221
(530) 518-8842 - Emergency Number (Steven Seidenglanz)
Land. Owner: Oroville Landfill Properties, LP; Jack M. Steebles LLC,
Carol Ann Seidenglanz LLC, and Steven Conn Seidenglanz
LLC. ,
4801 Feather River Blvd., Building 29
Oroville, CA 95965
Facility Location: The site is located southeast of the Cityof Oroville, Butte.
.County, California. The facility is located in the NE ' 4 of
the Palermo 7.5' Quadrangle at the juncture of Sections 29,
30, 31, and 332, Township 19 North and Range 4 East,
Mount Diablo Base and Meridian (Figure 1). The site is
bound by Union Pacific and Southern Pacific railroad rights
of way on the west, north, and east, and by Ophir Road on
the south., Access to the site is from the south via Ophir
Road and north on the interior property road (Figures 1 and
2).'
SWIS Number: Number not yet issued
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Enforcement Agency:
Authorizing Eligibility:
Vance Severin
Butte County. Public Health Department
202 Mira Loma Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
(530) 538-7281
Title 14, Chapter 3. 1, Article 1, Section 17857.1. Green
Material Composting Operations and Facilities.
Oroville Gold's goal, with the support of the responsible County and State agencies, is to be a major
factor in Butte and surrounding counties' compliance with the State diversion mandate.
2 SITE LOCATION
Facility Location Map
The general location of the composting facility is shown on Figure 1. The facility is located 1.13
miles east of the junction of Highway 70 and Ophir Road. The site is accessed from the north side
of Ophir Road. The access road enters the site and runs.north until it splits into two forks. -The
western branch terminates at the former gun club. The eastern branch forms the northwesterly and
northern boundary of the compost facility. The main access road runs for approximately 0.6 miles.
The eastern portion of the road branches off westerly at several locations to access the existing
WMUs. See Figure 3. The current property, including the location of the Former Louisiana-Pacific
Class III Wood Waste Landfill Waste Management Units and the property boundaries, is delineated
on Figure 2. Figure 3 provides a conceptual layout and operational design for the Oroville Gold
facility.
Zoning
The land use zoning for the Oroville Gold facility is M2- Heavy Industrial.
Facility Layout Description
The overall facility will be approximately 68.7 acres in size. Once fully developed, the proposed
active composting operations area will cover 25 acres, of which approximately 20 acres will contain
processing areas for feedstocks, and additives and'amendriments, in addition to the active composting
areas. See Figure 3 for additional detail. The remaining 5 acres will be used for access and
roadways. The composting pad will be constructed of impermeable material, be sloped to capture
and convey leachate and storm water from the processing area, feedstocks and active composting
areas to the lined detention basin (Figure 3). There will also be a dedicated storage and retail sales
area approximately 6 acres in size located in the south west comer of the facility (former softball
field), immediately west of the site entrance. The office and sanitary facilities will be located in the
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• existing buildings (former gun club buildings) on the western branch of the access road. The
employee parking will be located in this same area. See Figure 3. No composting or processing will
occur in either of these two areas (Retail Sales Area and Office/Employee Parking Areas.)
The existing eucalyptus trees will be left on the south boundary of the proposed active composting
operations. The storm water and leachate detention basin are located in the southeast comer of the
facility. The Southern Pacific Railroad line is located along the eastern boundary and the access road
runs along the western boundary of the facility. The Butte County Fire Department (Matt Damon,
2010) has requested an elevated access road around the active compositing operation. The existing
access road provides an elevated access until approximately 600 feet north of the proposed scale
house to just west of the proposed hazardous waste storage area. A 5 foot high fire access road will
be constructed with fire hydrants located every 400 linear feet as shown on Figure 3. The elevated
fire access road will also act as a containment berm for the active.composting operations. See Figure
3 for a facility layout.
Surrounding land Use
The former Louisiana Pacific Sawmill Class 3 landfill is located to the immediate north of the
composting operation; Southern Pacific Railroad, with vacant and light industrial land, to the east;
Ophir Road and Norcal metal fabrication, a scrap yard, and other light industrial facilities to the
south, and Union Pacific Railroad, light industrial and Marysville-Baggett Road located to the west.
3 QUANTITY AND TYPES OF MATERIALS TO BE
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The daily operations at this facility will consist of: receiving, processing and composting of
feedstocks; receiving, processing and stockpiling of additives and amendments; material grinding;
turning active compost; materials screening; materials blending; and loading of materials for
delivery. General office operations, minor laboratory operations, and minor equipment repair and
maintenance will also take place on site.
Composting Process
Two primary composting processes will be employed'at the Facility:
Turned Windrow Composting This process entails placement of the feedstock in elongated.
piles or "windrows," whereupon the feedstock is mechanically turned for aeration.on a
periodic basis.
Aerated Static Pile (ASP) — This process employs forced aeration to provide direct, precise
control of oxygen, temperature, and moisture conditions to a compost pile.
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Further details regarding operational procedures and components for each of these composting
processes are presented in Section 4.
Additional technology to enhance the facility's operation and ability to control. composting
conditions will be introduced as the facility becomes established. For example, the facility may elect
to install engineered aerated static pile systems (e.g. the use of an engineered pad with a ventilated
floor), use of gas -permeable covers on either the Turned Windrows or ASPs, and use in -vessel
composting (compost is produced inside of concrete channels that may have ventilated floors and be
turned with turners that travel on overhead rails; these systems are usually located under a roof
structure). Any proposed improvements to the Facility's available composting equipment will be
reported to the Local Enforcement Agency prior to implementation.
Feedstocks
All materials and processes described herein are defined in accordance with the California
Integrated Waste Management Board's Regulations found in the California Code of Regulations,
Title 14, Division 7, Chapter 3. 1, Section 17852. All future statutory references will be to the
Compostable Material Handling Regulations found in Title 14 of the California Code of
Regulations unless otherwise stated. A list of the most relevant definitions for use with this
document is provided in Appendix A. As Oroville Gold becomes established, it intends to find
sources that can provide additional wood waste, agricultural materials, food materials, and green
materials such as culled fruit, grape pomace, construction and demolition wood waste, and
aquacultural products. Prior to accepting each new feedstock, an application for a RCSI
amendment will be made by Oroville Gold to the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) describing •
the quantity, characteristics and source of each material. The ultimate goal is to compost a wide
breadth' of feedstocks, thereby allowing the facility to provide the community with an effective
means of diverting a majority of organic wastes and complying with the waste diversion'
requirements mandated in AB 939.
When Oroville Gold first begins -operations, there will be four primary types of composting
feedstocks:
Wood Waste: The primary source of this material will be the nearby two former
Louisiana Pacific Sawmill Class .3 landfill Waste Management Units (WMUs) #1, and #2
(Figure 2). WNW 94 contains wood ash that will also be incorporated into the
composting process. These WMUs are being closed under Waste Discharge
Requirements/Monitoring & Reporting Program for Clean -Closure, Order No. R5-2007-
0042, adopted on May 4, 2007 (Appendix G). The required quantity of this material,
because of its value as a source of carbon, will depend on the availability of the
additional feedstocks. See below for further discussion of the proportionate quantity
required.
Agricultural. Material: The facility will initially compost manure from local poultry
ranches and dairies and will seek to increase the range of agricultural materials available
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for composting over the earl months of operation. At this time it is anticipated that
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manure will be hauled from Yuba County ranches and dairies. An accurate quantity of
available material is provided in the discussion of average and maximum quantities
below.
Green Material: The composition of the green material feedstock includes, but is not
necessarily limited to: yard trimmings, "plant wastes, untreated wood wastes, paper
products, and natural fiber products. The source of this material will be curbside
collections by local haulers. Green materials with greater than 1 % physical
contaminants, such as human -made inert products contained within feedstocks, including,
but not limited to, glass, metal, and plastic, will not be accepted at the Facility. Estimated
quantities are provided below. An accurate quantity of available material is provided in
the discussion of average and maximum quantities below.
Food Material: As defined under Title 14, Division 7, Chapter 3. 1, Section 17852, food
materials are any material that was acquired for animal or human consumption, is .
separated from the municipal solid waste stream, and that does not meet the definition of
"agricultural material." Food material may also include material from food facilities as
defined in California Health and Safety Code section 113789, grocery stores, institutional
cafeterias (such as prisons, schools, restaurant and hospitals) or residential food scrap
collection. The source of this material will be from both curbside collections, where the
food material .has been combined by the consumer with" the green material, and
commercial collections of separated food waste from restaurants, institutions- and special
• events. An accurate quantity of available material is provided in the discussion of
average and maximum quantities below.
Public Self -Haul: All four materials listed above will also be accepted from public self=
haulers. Prediction of self -haul quantities and the relative proportions of each feedstock
material split would be unreliable at this stage. However, it is anticipated that quantities
will be limited until such time as the facility becomes established. Recordkeeping of
incoming loads will. ensure that a more accurate prediction of quantity can be made once
the facility* is up and running:
Additives and Amendments
In addition to the composting feedstocks described above, the facility will make use of additives
and amendments, as necessary. The two principal additives that will be used are:
1. Wood chips to maintain an optimal carbon/nitrogen ratio; and
2. Lime will be: used occasionally for odor control as described in the ORVIP (approximately
40 to 100 tons per year).
Amendments may include wood chips, lime, clean soils, clay, blood meal, bone meal, dolomitic.
limestone, potassium magnesium sulfate, zinc sulfate, fish emulsion, fish meal, greensand,
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gypsum, hoof and horn meal, kelp meal, and rock phosphate; these additives will be used to
provide product bulk, product.nutrient value, product pH, and required soils blends. The'facility
intends to offer both custom and standard blends; therefore the actual amendments used will
depend on customer requirements. All feedstocks and amendments will be stored and handled in
a manner that will prevent any adverse public health/well-being conditions as specified in Title
14, Section 17823. If necessary, amendments will be handled in accordance with the facility's
Hazardous Materials Management Plan.
Average and Maximum Quantity of Individual Types of Feedstock
The following types of materials, as well as their respective maximum intake rates, are listed
below:
Wood Waste (532 lbs/cubic yd):
96 tons/day
Agricultural Material: Cattle manure (1458 lbs/cubic yd):
52 tons/day
Agricultural Material:, Poultry manure (14001bs/cubic yd):
52 tons/day
Green Material (550 lbs/cubic yd):
65 tons/day
Residential Food Material (1700 lbs/cubic yard):
53 tons/day
Commercial Food Material (20001bs/cubic yard):
213 tons/day
These materials will be combined for composting in order that a Carbon to Nitrogen Ratio (C:N)
of 30:1 is obtained. Using the average moisture values and dry -weight nitrogen and carbon
compositions (http://compost.css.comell.edu/Cooposting_homepage.html), this'provides amass
ratio of 1.8 : 1 : 1 : 1.3 : 1 : 4.1 of wood. waste: cattle manure: poultry manure: green waste:
residential food waste: commercial food waste. The residential food waste was assumed to be
comprised of 50% food waste and 50% green waste (EPA Municipal Solid Waste Generation,
Recycling, and Disposal in the United States: Facts and Figures for 2008). This ratio may be
adjusted depending on material availability. This gives a total estimated daily tonnage of 531 tons
of feedstocks received once the facility is at full capacity. This in tum means that over the course
of the facility's 264 operating days per year, approximately 14.0,000 tons of material (for 264 days
a year) will be received. Assuming a volume reduction of approximately 80%, this will generate
28,000 tons (56,000,000 lbs) of compost. The quoted CIWMB conversion factor for compost is
800 lbs/cubic yard. Therefore, Oroville Gold will generate 70,000 cubic yards of compost per
year.
Appendix B provides a sample spreadsheet that shows the methodology for these calculations. As
quantities fluctuate and materials expand, the spreadsheet can be adapted to reflect changing
conditions.
Compost Production Capacity
The active composting operation will utilize approximately. 11 acres for the ASPS and/or Turned
Windrows; the proposed areas for each process are approximately 6.3 acres for the ASPs and 4.6
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• acres for the turned windrows. An ASP system can receive approximately 6,700 cubic yards per
acre of feedstocks; a Turned Windrow system will be able to receive approximately 2,400 cubic
yards per acre of feedstock. This gives a maximum volume capacity of approximately 53;000
cubic yards. The volume of.incoming feedstocks may be reduced by a factor of five by the end
of the composting process. The composting process takes approximately 90 days to complete.
After an initial start-up period, the facility will be able to take in 5 cubic yards of feedstock
materials in order to produce 1 cubic yard of finished material; the maximum production
capacity of the OROVILLE GOLD compost facility will be the import of approximately 438,000
cubic yards of feedstock material per year, resulting in the production of approximately 88;000
cubic yards per year of compost. If the entire 11 acres were dedicated to the more space -efficient
ASP method, the maximum, production capacity would increase to an import of approximately
600,000 cubic yards of feedstock material per year, with the resultant production of
approximately 120,000 cubic yards per year of compost.
Summary of Sources of Individual Types of Waste Received Daily
Proposed initial sources for the feedstocks above are as follows:
Wood Waste: Clean closure site adjacent to the compost facility; public self -haul
Agricultural Material: Cattle & poultry manure from local farms, ranches and dairies;
public self -haul
Green Material: Curbside collections and transfer stations; public self -haul
Food Material: Curbside collections, restaurants, grocery stores, special
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Hours of Operation
The compost facility will be operated from 5:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., five days per week with the
exception of major holidays. The Retail Sales Area will be open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to
5 p.m., five days a week with the exception of major holidays.
4 COMPOSTING FACILITY OPERATIONS;
Project Description
Orovill`e Gold will be a green material, agricultural material, food material, and wood`waste
composting facility that utilizes Turned Windrow and static pile composting processes.
Feedstock materials will be delivered to the compost site where they will be blended to achieve
an appropriate carbon and nitrogen balance. The primary carbon source will be the excavated
wood waste from the nearby WN Us. The primary nitrogen source will be green materials,
poultry and cattle manure, and food materials. Finished compost will be sold into various
horticultural, landscaping, and erosion control markets.
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An overview of the Facility is provided in the following table:
Facility Overview
Perimeter
Figures 2 & 3
Facility Operator
Oroville Gold LLC
Landowner
Oroville Landfill Properties, .LP; Jack M. Steebles LLC; Carol
Ann Seidenglanz LLC., and Steven Conn Seidenglanz LLC
Facility Type
Fully Permitted Compostable Materials Handling Facility
Feedstocks
'Wood Waste, Green Material, Agricultural Material, and Food
Material
Size of Compost
Approximately 68.7 acres.
Facility
Environmental Health
Compostable Material Handling Regulations found in the
Controls
California Code of Regulations, Title 14.
Water Quality Controls
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
Waste Discharge Requirements for the Landfill
Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board (Order,
#R5-2005-0027)
Air Quality Controls
Butte County Air Quality Management Board
The following steps comprise the facility operations:.
Excavating and/or- Receiving
Feedstock material delivered to the facility by company/commercial vehicles and public self -
haulers will. initially be received at the scale house located near the site entrance where the loads
will be weighed and characterized with respect to material source and type. Incoming vehicles
carrying feedstocks will then be received and the site attendant will direct haulers to the
unloading area. Unprocessed feedstocks will be stockpiled between the receiving and Turned
Windrow areas, as shown on the site design, Figure 3.
The timeframe for materials -to be incorporated will be based on their tendency to putresce and
create odors; Oroville Gold's policy will be to process and incorporate any feedstocks before any
offensive odors develop regardless of the class of feedstock. Generally, any loads containing
food materials will be processed and incorporated into Turned Windrows or Aerated Static Piles
within 48 hours of receipt. In the unlikely event that this is not possible, these materials will be
temporarily stockpiled in, and covered by, unground green material or wood waste in accordance
with the facility's Odor Impact Minimisation Plan.- All green material loads will begin to be
processed within one month of receipt. A list of feedstocks and their proposed storage timelines
is included in the Storage section.
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The wood waste recovery operation will be conducted at the WMUs. Excavated material from
the WMUs will be separated and handled under the existing Waste Discharge Requirements
(WDR). The wood waste transported to Oroville Gold from the WMUs will be tested; prior to
being accepted at Oroville Gold, in compliance with current WDR for the Clean Closure of
Oroville Landfill Properties Class III Wood Waste Landfill, Order No. R5-2007-0042. A copy
of the WDR Order is attached as. Appendix G. The excavated wood waste will be transported to
the composting operation by truck.
Load Checking
A Load Checking .Program will be employed at Oroville Gold in accordance with Title 14
Chapter 3. 1, Article 1 Section 17867(a)(1) -(a)(3) to prevent the delivery and acceptance of
prohibited materials. The Load Checking Program is included as Appendix C of this RCSI. In
addition to the formal load checking provisions, loads are also closely scrutinized by the
operators of the grinder, and screen, as well as by site personnel trained in hazardous materials
recognition to identify materials that may harm the equipment, or human health and safety and
the environment. This provision indirectly provides another level of screening to identify and
remove any prohibited materials that may be delivered to the facility.
A minimum of one percent of daily incoming green material or at least one truck per day,
whichever is greater, will be inspected visually. If a visual load check indicates a contamination
level greater than 1.0 percent, a representative sample will be taken, physical contaminants will
• be collected and weighed, and the percentage of physical contaminants determined. The load .
will be rejected and unloading will not be allowed if physical contaminants are greater than 1.0
percent of total weight. The material will then be backhauled to the originator. Specific training
criteria for staff undertaking the load check are described in the Load Checking Program.
Should physical contaminants, including hazardous waste materials, be inadvertently received on
site, they will be immediately returned to the generator, if possible. If the generator of the
material is unknown, the material will be -placed in a covered prohibited material bins in the
hazardous or non -hazardous waste storage locations (Figure 3). The hazardous waste storage
location will be covered -and secured and located on an impermeable surface with a containment
berm. The non -hazardous waste storage will be on an impermeable surface and secured. The
Facility Operator will arrange for appropriate disposal on a weekly basis of prohibited materials
and any incidental hazardous waste or materials by an appropriately licensed hauler. The
licensed hauler will dispose of the material at an appropriate licensed disposal facility which
accepts the material in question.
Grinding
The green material, food material, and wood waste feedstocks will be blended together to
generate a homogeneous mixture using a large tub grinder, either a dedicated unit or a contract
.grinder. Grinding will take place in the receiving/unloading area (Figure 3). This grinding
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process is sufficient to adequately blend these materials. However, in some cases, additional
mixing may be performed using the front-end loader and/or windrow turner; additional mixing .
will take place as the windrows/ASPs are constructed in their respective composting areas. A
front-end loader will be used to feed the material to the grinder. The front-end loader operator
performs another visual load check prior to processing to ensure that foreign material that may
damage any equipment is not loaded into the grinder. Any non-compostable or hazardous
materials will be disposed of as outlined in Section 6 below. In addition to grinding the material
for size reduction, material is sent across a series of screens where material that has not been -
ground to the proper size for composting is sorted and separated for removal of contaminants.
Upon completion of this process, the blended feedstock is moisture conditioned with water
applied by hose and/or water truck, as necessary in preparation for composting.
Some of the excavated wood waste may be processed using the grinder and sold directly as
cogeneration fuel, landscaping material, playground cover, mulch, and/or erosion control
materials. The process wood waste will be stored in the finished materials. storage and retail
area.
Composting
Two primary composting techniques will be used at the Oroville Gold facility: Turned Windrow
composting and aerated static piles. As discussed above, as the facility expands, specialized
composting technologies such as engineered aerated static pile systems (e.g. the use of an
engineered pad with a ventilated floor), the use of gas -permeable covers on.either the turned
windrows or ASPs, and use in -vessel composting (compost is produced inside of concrete
channels that may have ventilated floors and be turned with turners that travel on overhead rails;
these systems are usually located under a roof structure) may be introduced. All processes will
be operated according to pathogen reduction protocol outlined in Title 14, Chapter 3. 1, Article 1,
Section 17868.3 (b) (2, 3, & 4). The facility operator will advise the LEA at the time such
improvements are proposed.
The three main operational parameters for all composting techniques presented in this document
are temperature, moisture content, and oxygen content. Temperature will be taken with a
stainless steel Reotemp compost thermometer with a 36" probe or equivalent. Temperature
measurements for pathogen reduction shall be measured as follows:
(a) Windrow composting processes and agitated bays shall be monitored 12" to 24" below the
pile surface [Title 14, Chapter 3.1, Article 1, Section 17868.3 (d)(2)(A)];
(b) Aerated static pile composting processes shall be monitored 12" to 18" from the point where
the insulation cover meets the active compost [Title 14, Chapter 3. 1, Article 1, Section 17868.3
(d)(2)(B)];•
Initial and final moisture content will be measured accurately by using the following method:
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b) Weigh 10 g of the material into the container.
c) Dry the sample for 24 hours in a 105-110°C oven.
d) Reweigh the sample, subtract the weight of the container, and determine the moisture content
using the following equation:
Mn ((WN,-Wd)/W,,,) x 100
in which:
Mn = moisture content (%) of material n
Ww = wet weight of the sample, and
Wd = weight of the sample after drying.
Once a mixture is actively composting, a basic squeeze test will be used to determine if there is
sufficient moisture for effective breakdown: a handful of the material will be squeezed tightly in
the fist. The material should feel like a wrung -out sponge, releasing at most only a few drops of
moisture. Moisture content will be monitored weekly and before turning or pile reconstruction
'in order to determine if additional moisture is needed; moisture content will be maintained
between 45% and 60% as determined by the method above. Moisture content may be adjusted
by the following methods: addition of either fresh or process water, addition of moister or drier
materials, and aeration (i.e. turning or by use of blowers).
A 45% to 60% moisture content should be maintained year=round; gas -permeable tarps may also
be employed in the case of extended rainy periods. Excess moisture that drains from the piles or
collects in condensate traps wilLbe collected in the detention. basin.
• Oxygen levels will be measured in coordination with temperature readings with a compost
oxygen probe (e.g. the Woods End Oxygen Probe or equivalent.) Oxygen levels will be
maintained at a minimum of 10% by either turning or aeration.
The basic methodology outlined below will be the initial composting techniques employed by
Oroville Gold:
Turned Windrow Composting
The Turned Windrow composting process will be used for all material feedstocks and is
particularly, useful as a method of ensuring a consistent `recipe'. After grinding and
moisture conditioning is complete, the feedstocks will be arranged into elongated
windrows using a front-end loader. The dimensions of the windrows will be
approximately two -hundred (200) feet long, fifteen (15) feet wide, and six (6) feet tall.
Windrows are separated by approximately eight (8) feet to allow sufficient room for
access to. allow the management and control of moisture conditions and dust suppression.
In accordance with Title 14, Chapter 11, Article 1, Section 17868.3 (b) (3), active
compost windrows shall be maintained under aerobic conditions at a temperature of 55°C
(131° F) or higher for a pathogen reduction period of 15 days or longer. During the
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period when the compost is maintained at 55 ° C or higher, the windrows shall be turned
(i.e. mixed and aerated) a minimum of 5 times. At least one temperature reading shall be
taken each day during the pathogen reduction period per every 150 feet of windrow, or
fraction thereof, or for every 200 cubic -yards of active compost, or fraction thereof. The
windrows will be turned and moisture will be added as necessary to maintain the
composting process. Primary composting is considered complete when internal
temperatures have declined below approximately 43°C (105°F), and remain there even
when the compost is aerated and maintained under optimum moisture conditions.
Residence time of a typical windrow will vary based on management. intensity, time of
year, we and other operational factors but. will be a -minimum of 15 days and will
likely average around 20 days. In the unlikely event that there is. a .delay in processing,
windrows will be deconstructed no more than 3 months after original construction.
Aerated Static Piles
Using the extended aerated static pile layout (On -Farm Composting Handbook, 1992),
feedstock material is placed in an initial static pile approximately 16 feet long by 90 feet'
wide by 8 feet tall with aeration piping placed underneath the width of the pile.
Additional cells are then added along the 90 -foot face with additional aeration piping .
placed every eight feet (Appendix D). Assuming a 90 -day processing time and the
import of 1,000 cubic yards of feedstocks a day, the pile may be extended 40 feet per day.
As the size reduction of the initial ASP occurs, the piles will be rebuilt to the original
configuration; this will free up space to build new ASP with fresh feedstocks. •
To maintain aerobic conditions, air will be either forced with positive pressure through
the aeration piping out through the surface of the pile in order to provide fresh air from
the center of the pile outwards, or drawn in using negative pressure to provide fresh air
from the exposed surface of the pile inwards towards the aeration pipe. The type, timing
and duration of aeration will be based on the three main operational parameters of
temperature, moisture content, and oxygen levels. Temperature responds with respect to .
moisture and oxygen levels; controlling temperature is achieved by adjusting either
moisture and/or aeration levels. Aeration serves to lower excessive temperatures and
remove moisture. During the pathogen reduction process, a temperature range of 55°C
(131°F) to 59°C (138°F) will be maintained in the zone specified in Title 14, Chapter 3'. 1,
Article 1, Section 17868.3 (d)(2)(B)] for 3 days; that is, the aeration system will be
activated if the temperature exceeds 59°C and deactivated when the temperature reaches
55°C. After the pathogen reduction process has been completed, temperatures will be
maintained -between 45°C to 59°C in order to maximize the decomposition rate. At least
one temperature reading shall be taken each day during the pathogen reduction period per
every 150 feet of pile, or fraction thereof, or for every 200 cubic -yards of active compost,
or fraction thereof, more readings will be taken in cases of high temperature to ensure the
pile is being cooled. Temperature readings in addition to those required will be taken to
measure conditions deeper inside the pile as well. The decision to use either positive or
negative pressure will be based on conditions inside the piles as well as climatic
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conditions at the facility. For example, if temperatures exceed 59°C deep inside the pile .
but are within the above specified limits at the periphery of the pile, positive pressure will
be used; if the periphery of the pile requires more rapid cooling than the core, negative
pressure will be used. The same tactic can be used for controlling moisture as well; any
applied aeration will have a drying effect on the compost. When negative pressure is
used, a condensate trap constructed from a 55 -gallon drum or barrel will be used to
accumulate moisture extracted from the pile. The condensate will then be either
reapplied to moisture condition feedstocks or stored iii the detention basin. '
Initially, the aeration system will be constructed of perforated piping laid underneath the
pile in a bed of porous material (e.g. wood chips)' at approximately 8 -foot intervals; the
perforated interval will be 70 feet in a 90 -foot wide ASP. Typical piping used for this
process is 4-mch diameter PVC. Each length of pipe will have an individual blower
attached for maximum process control while in the pathogen reduction phase. The
typical blowers to be used are 1/3 horsepower with a flow rate of 150 cubic feet per '
` minute at 0.5" of static pressure. These blowers are small and relatively inexpensive
when comp nred ton lar a manifolded blower that would buseore d f full 1
g a -sca e
automated system, and will be added as production increases.- If negative pressure .
(suction) is required, each blower will have its own associated condensate trap and
'biofilter. The biolfilter will consist of an approximately 2 -cubic yard pile of compost
placed over the exhaust hose from the blower. The compost used for the biofilter will be
- t . replaced on a bi-weekly basis. Blowers and their associated condensate traps will be
moved as needed to provide aeration; biofilters.will be constructed -as needed (Appendix
• D): A layer of insulating material, 6-12 inches thick, will be used to cover active
' compost to minimize the risk of odor generation.. Suitable insulating material includes
stabilized compost, compost "overs", and soils. As a further odor minimization practice,,
the exhaust from the blowers will be directed through a biofilter. The biofilter will be
madelfrom stabilized compost, fmished compost, or soils. In accordance 'with:Title.14,
Chapter 3:1; Article 1, Section 17868.3(b)(3), all active aerated 'static compost piles shall .
be covered with 6 to 12 inches of insulating material, and the active compost shall be
' maintained at a temperature of 55° C (131° F) or higher for a pathogen reduction period
of 3 days. Primary composting is considered complete when internal temperatures have
declined below approximately 43°C (105°F), and remain there even when the compost is
aerated and maintained under optimum moisture conditions. Residence time 'in the
Aerated Static Pile will vary depending on the season and sales'demand but will range.
from a few days.to up to 3 months.
` A flow chart is attached as Appendix E and shows the flow of material's through.both the
pathogen reduction and the aerated static pile composting processes.
Curing/Screening
When the pathogen reduction process is complete and the material is close to fully metabolized
and decomposed, the final stage of the process material is to allow the material to cure for
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approximately 30 days in a discrete curing pile in the Screening/Curing Area (Figure 3) so as to.
avoid cross -contamination with additives or material that has not undergone the pathogen
reduction process. When curing is complete, the stabilized compost goes through a final
screening process, using a series of mechanical screens to separate and remove materials
according to size. "Finished" compost is suitable for use as a high quality compost material, or,
if the material is of a lower quality with a larger ped size, for use as landscaping materials, mulch
and erosion control. Any remaining "overs" are either returned to the composting process, or
used as insulating cover as necessary around the site:
A composite sample will be analyzed for heavy metals, (arsenic, cadmium, chromium, copper,
lead, mercury, nickel, selenium, and zinc), salmonella, and fecal coliform for every 5,000 cubic
yards of compost produced to meet the requirements and standards found in Title 14, Chapter
3. 1, Article 1, Sections 17868.1, 17868.2; and 17868.3(b)(1)'. After collection, the samples will
be submitted under appropriate chain of custody protocols to a laboratory certified by the
California Department of Public Health; for example, Basic Laboratory in Chico, California, or
equivalent.
Storage
The overall size of the facility is approximately 68.7 acres. Around 25 acres will be dedicated to
active composting operations. A separate stockpile and retail sales area, approximately 6 acres in
size will be located in the south west corner of the facility immediately next to the site. entrance •
(Figure 3). The area has a maximum storage capacity of 47,000'cubic yards of finished compost.
Oroville Gold will be handling.a total estimated daily tonnage of 531 tons of feedstocks once the
facility is at full capacity. This in turn means that over the course of the facility's 264 operating
days per year, approximately 140,000 tons of material will be received. Assuming a volume
reduction of approximately 80%, this will generate 28,000 tons (56,000,000 lbs) of compost. The
quoted CIWMB conversion factor for compost is 800 lbs/cubic yard. Therefore, Oroville Gold
LLC will generate. 70,000 cubic yards of compost per year.
Assuming steady state operation (5 cubic yards of material in to 1 cubic yard of material out), the
maximum production capacity of the OG compost facility is the import of approximately
438,000 cubic yards of feedstock material per year, resulting in the production of approximately
88,000 cubic yards per year of compost. If the entire 11 acres were dedicated to the more space -
efficient ASP method, the maximum production capacity would increase to an import of
approximately 600,000 cubic yards of feedstock material per year, with the resultant production
of approximately 120,000 cubic yards per year` of compost.
A list of materials that may be used in the composting process and may be present on site, along
with their storage method, location, and timeline is presented below. All stockpiles will be
covered as necessary. All feedstocks and amendments will be stored and handled in a manner
that will prevent any adverse public healtb/well-being conditions as specified in Title 14, Section
17823.
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Stockpile Dimension Maximum
Method of (length x base x Quantity Kept Storage
Material Storave heiAt at neak) Lnratinn Onsite Timeline
turned windrows
windrows
200'L x 15'13 x 6'H
TW
10;000 tons
3 months
aerated static piles
ASPS
7001 x 90'B x 8'H
ASP
25,000 tons
3 months
finished compost
stockpile
500'L x 125'B x 20'H
FM
19,000 tons
8 months
wood waste
stockpile
3001 x 80'B x 20'H
SAA
3000 tons
indefinite
cattle manure
stockpile
1201 x 30'B x 15'H
SAA
700 tons
2 weeks
poultry manure
stockpile
601 x 30'B x 15'H
SAA
350 tons
1 week
green waste
stockpile
5001 x 40'13 x 20'H
SAA
2000 tons
1 month
residential food waste
stockpile/bins
351 x 209 x 10'H
SAA
106 tons
2 davs
commercial food waste
stockpile/bins .
1201 x 20'B x 10'H
SAA
426 tons
2 days
lime
stockpile
201 x 20'B x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefmite
clean soils
stockpile
201 x 20'B x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
clay
stockpile
20'L x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
blood meal
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4'B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
dolomitic limestone
barrels or
pallets
41 x 49 x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
K2M SOq 2
barrels or
pallets
41 x 49 x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
zinc sulfate
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4'B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
fish emulsion
pallited tank
.41 x 4'B"x 6'H/ allet
SAA
20 tons.
six months
fish meal
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4'13 x 6'H/ allet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
eensand
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4'B x 6'H/ allet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
gypsum
stockpile
201 x 20'B x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
hoof and horn meal
barrels or
pallets
4'L x 49 x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
kelp meal
barrels or
pallets
41 x'4'B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
120 tons
indefinite
rock phosphate
stockpile
201 x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
SAA = stockpile -amendment area
TW = turned windrow area
ASP = aerated static.pile area
FM = finished material area
Security
The facility will be staffed at all. times during operating hours; the staff will have access to both
landline and radiophones and/or cellular telephones. A site attendant will.be present at the entrance
to direct traffic at all times the facility is open to the public. The facility will be fenced and the gates
will be kept locked during non-operating hours. Appropriate lighting to ensure the security and
safety of employees will be installed.
Signage
All appropriate signs required by health and safety regulations will be posted within the facility.
Signage will also be utilized to direct traffic and outline speed limits. The following information
will be provided at the entry gate:
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• Name of facility;
• Name of operator;
• Facility hours of operation;
• List of prohibited materials that are not accepted;
• Fee schedule; and
• Telephone number for the operator or, designee can be reached in case of emergencies.
Open to the Public
The facility will be open to the general public for the purpose of self -haul and retail sales. Access to
and from the facility is controlled by the site attendant stationed at the entrance. Oroville Gold
employees will actively enforce speed limits and safe ingress and egress within the designated
unloading and loading areas. Additional safety measures will be implemented to ensure the safety of
public self -haulers and other members of the .public:
Public Self -Haulers: After site entry, the self. -hauler will be directed to the scalehouse
where the scalehouse attendant will both weigh the vehicle and provide safety
information regarding facility access and traffic rules. Appropriate signs and traffic
cones will be used to route vehicles to the unloading area. Facility employees will direct
the traffic and unloading to ensure safe coordination of both public and commercial
unloading. Vehicles will then. be routed- back to the scales for re -weighing before leaving
the site. Scavenging and salvaging of materials will be "strictly prohibited. ..
Retail Sales: Members of the public on site for retail sales will be directed immediately to
the designated sales area (Figure 3) and will not be allowed to access the active compost
operating areas.
Commercial/Professional Visitors: All other visitors to the site will be directed to the
facility office where they will be issued safety equipment (hardhat, goggles and hearing
protection) and safety instructions after signing a visitor's log.
Recordkeeping
The facility will perform all record keeping as specified in. Section CCR Title 14, Section 17869.
All records required will be kept in the facility office and retained for five (5) years. Records will
be available for inspection by authorized representatives of the all duly authorized regulatory
agencies during normal working hours.
The facility operator will maintain a log of any special occurrences encountered during operation
and methods used to resolve problems arising from these events, including details of all incidents
that required implementing emergency procedures.
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The facility operator will record any public complaints received, including:
(1) the nature of the complaint,
(2) the date the complaint was received,
(3) if available, the name, address, and telephone number of the; person or persons
making the complaint; and
(4) any actions taken to respond to the complaint.
A more detailed protocol is provided in the facility ORVIP (Appendix F.)
The facility operator will record the quantity and type of all feedstock received and quantity of
compost and chipped and ground material produced.
The facility operator shall record the number of load checks performed and loads rejected. A full
program is in place for.load'checking. See Appendix C for more details..
The facility operator will record all test results generated by compliance with the Compostable
Materials Handling Regulations, including but not limited to, metal concentrations, fecal
coliform and Salmonella sp. densities, temperature measurements, and dates of windrow
turnings. The facility operator will include records detailing pathogen reduction methods.
The facility operator will record and retain records of any serious injury to the public occurring
on-site and any complaint of adverse health effects to the public attribuied to operations. Serious
injury means any injury that requires inpatient hospitalization for a period in excess of 24 hours
or in which a member of the public suffers a loss of any member of the body or suffers any
degree of permanent disfigurement.
The facility operator will retain a record of training and instruction completed in accordance with
Title 14; Chapter 3. 1, Article 1, Section 17867.5 and other health and safety training
requirements.
All records will be kept at the facility's office. The site will keep a Log of Special Occurrences,
which will be used to log any unusual circumstances or activities at the compost site.
5 CONTINGENCY PLANS
Equipment Failure
The facilitywill initiate operations using common material handling equipment (primarily front-
end loaders), which is easily replaced by rental equipment in case of equipment failure. Initially,
grinding will occur using contract grinding services. Once the facility purchases a full-time
grinder, contract -grinding services will be used in the case of equipment failure.
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In the event of a short-term power outage, the facility will suspend operations until power is
restored. Facility personnel will ensure a safe closure of the site by escorting members of the
public and other visitors off site and posting closure notices at the entrance. Once the facility has
been secured, personnel will leave the site and the facility operator will ensure the gate has been
closed and locked. In the event of a long-term power outage, the facility will bring in emergency
generators as required to ensure adequate aeration of the detention basin and any other
mitigations designed to prevent odor generation.
As described in Section 6 below, the facility anticipates having a well as a source of water in
addition to the existing supply from the local water district. This will ensure that if one source
fails, an alternative source is available. If there is a failure in the local district water supply,
process water will be supplied via the proposed well or trucked in using the facility water truck.
Any leachate retained in the detention basin may also be used as process water. Emergency
potable water will also be provided to ensure appropriate health and safety conditions can be
maintained on site. Additional general health and safety requirements are outlined in Section 8
below.
Unusual Peak Loading
The facility scale operator is responsible for determining when the facility's tonnage limits are
being reached. If the facility is within 20% of the permitted daily maximum, the facility scale
operator will notify the facility operator or other designated manager. In an unusual peak
loading situation (for example, excess delivery of green materials), where the facility is reaching
its maximum capacity of non -processed materials, as appropriate. the facility operator will either
utilize additional contract grinding services for processing capacity or identify alternative
organic facilities (for example, chipping and grinding or co -generation facilities) for re -direction
of incoming material.' If no organic processing alternative is available, excess tonnage will be
directed to a suitable landfill.
Processed material will only be stockpiled in the designated storage area to prevent possible re-
contamination of fmished product. If the maximum storage capacity of the designated storage
area is reached, excess tonnage will be directed to a suitable landfill.
6 MATERIALS HANDLING, ACTIVITIES
Confined Unloading
There will be no confined unloading activities at the facility. Delivery vehicles will be directed to
appropriate areas by facilityypersonnel.. Unloading activities of incoming feedstock materials will
take place at or near processing locations. Unloading of additive and amendments will occur at
storage locations. The high moisture content of most incoming material prevents windblown
distribution. Water spray equipment will be made available at or near unloading areas for dust and
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articulate suppression as needed during material unloading. D materials will also be covered'
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with tarps as necessary. See Figure 3 for locations.
Material Preparation
As noted above, green materials will require grinding prior to incorporation into the windrows.
Food materials, whether already incorporated in the green materials or brought in separately, will
also be ground with green material both to enhance decomposition and as an odor control.
Agricultural material will be immediately incorporated in the process or stockpiled and covered, as
discussed earlier in this document. Wood waste will be used as necessary to help increase the
porosity of other feedstocks prior to processing. For example, curbside green material, particularly
with incorporated food material,*has the potential to arrive in an anaerobic state. If so, this material
will be ground as soon as possible with more carbonaceous material in order to eliminate the
possibility of on-site anaerobic conditions and any resultant odor.
Lime may require drying before stockpiling. This will be accomplished by spreading the material
out in the designated additives area in order to accelerate drying.
Housekeeping
All materials and supplies will be placed in the designated areas dedicated to storage or stockpiling
depicted in Figure 3 and stored in a neat and orderly fashion. Any material.that has.a high potential
of creating odor will be covered with ground green waste or tarpaulins unless it is to be immediately
• incorporated into the composting process. Monthly training will emphasize the importance of good
housekeeping practices, particularly as it relates to health, safety and environmental quality.
Storage and Disposal of Waste Material
Wherever possible, non-compostable material removed during load checking will be backhauled to
the originator either via the delivery vehicle or the next incoming vehicle from the same origin.
Alternatively, physical contaminants and refuse removed from feedstock, compost, or chipped and
ground material shall be removed from the site within 7 days (weekly) and transported to an
appropriate facility by a licensed hauler. Storage locations, are indicated on Figure 3.
Should hazardous waste or materials be inadvertently received on site, they will be stored in
accordance with the. facility's Hazardous Materials Management Plan and disposed of using a
licensed hazardous waste hauler. A separate hazardous material and waste storage location is
indicated on Figure 3.
Any -non-recoverable or non -marketable residues (compost overs) that have not been returned to the
process will remain stored on-site for no longer than 90 days. After this time, if confirmed that they
have no market value, the compost overs will be transported to a landfill either for use as Alternative
Daily Cover or disposal.
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Quench or Process Water
Water requirements vary widely as a function of ambient conditions and the moisture content of
incoming feedstocks. Maximum water demand may be as much as 50,000 gallons per day when the
facility is operating at full capacity. This includes sufficient water to maintain adequate moisture
levels in the active compost and water for dust suppression. Sources of process water for the facility
will include:
a) South Feather Water and Power. Water from the South Feather Water and Power utility is
available at the site; an 8 -inch main runs along the south side of Ophir Road. An 8" .
backflow'device will be installed to accommodate the proposed use of the site. A
distribution system for industrial use and fire control will be installed.
b) Oroville Gold will apply for a permit to drill a new supply well for the, composting
facility in the future.
C) Liquids, if present during the landfill recovery operation of the Oroville Landfill
Properties, Inc. WMUs will be used on the compost after meeting the Oroville Landfill
Properties, LP WDR testing requirements. Transfer will be via the facility's water truck.
d) Storm water and leachate retained in the detention basin.
7 COMPOSTING FACILITY CONTROLS
Vector Control
The facility will implement a range of techniques to deter and control potential vectors at the
site, namely rodents, birds, and insects. These techniques will include. the following:
• Use of gas -permeable tarpaulins and other covers to prevent access to active
compostable material or finished products. In the case of active compost, the high
temperatures within the compost will help to destroy, any vectors that breach the
covers;
• Immediate or rapid grinding and incorporation of food materials and manures that
will potentially be most attractive to vectors;
• Regular grinding, mixing and turning of the windrows will act as a deterrent to
vectors, particularly those seeking to nest;
• Manual and/or automated noise devices will be installed to act as a deterrent to
the bird population; ;
• Fly traps and mouse traps will be deployed and adjusted as necessary on a daily
basis to control flies and small rodents,
• The facility will house a resident cat to help reduce, any rodent population; and
• In the case of heavy infestation, a professional extermination service will be used.
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Noise Control.
Equipment noise levels at the ,facility will not exceed commercially accepted practice. The site is
buffered by the surrounding trees, railroad and roadways from the other commercial and industrial
operations in the vicinity of the facility. Facility personnel will be provided with hearing protection
equipment pursuant to State law and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
regulations.
Dust Control
A water truck is used to wet unpaved portions of the access road and high traffic areas at the site as
needed. Water and equipment for dust suppression is available at grinding, screening and dry.
material unloading operations area. Commercially available dust suppressant, ,such as Earthbind 100
or equivalent, will be applied to facility road surfaces on an annual basis.
Litter Control
Decontamination of incoming food and green materials will initially occur after these materials
are unloaded and before grinding. The facility will employ a litter patrol as needed to remove
litter that may cause a nuisance on-site. Final removal of contaminants occurs during the final
screening process described in the Curing/Screening (Section 4). The litter is collected in
appropriate waste containers and disposed of as part of the regular disposal process described in
the Storage and Disposal of Waste Material (Section 6). Portable litter fences may also be used
if wind conditions warrant.
Leachate Control
Grading will be used to control all drainage for the 25 -acre active composting area. The
impermeable composting pad will be constructed with a grade of 3% to direct all leachate and
storm water drainage to a lined channel for collection in the leachate collection basin. A Cullvert
will be constructed to convey the lechate and storm water through the elevated access road. The
existing land contours and grade of 3% towards the.site of a leachate collection basin ensure that
leachate or storm water will not run-off to areas other than the collection basin.
A control basin will be designed for use as a leachate collection basin which will retain
composting leachate mixed with storm water collected from the graded compost pad area (Figure
3). The detention basin will be located approximately 200 feet from the southeast comer of the
25 -acre active composting area. The collected storm water and leachate will be used as process
water for moisture conditioning blended feedstocks and compost piles. Drainage and leachate
control has been designed pursuant to the regulatory guidelines set forth in Title 14 and Title 27
of the California Code -of Regulations.
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Odor Control
A variety of odor mitigation techniques are employed throughout the operation; these include
immediate grinding and incorporation of potentially odiferous materials, the use of covers,'biofilters,
and aeration of the detention basin. If material is received in an anaerobic condition, it will be
immediately mixed with carbonaceous material to improve oxygenation and combat odors, Once the
composting process begins, odors are controlled primarily by the appropriate management of
temperature, moisture and oxygen to attain and maintain aerobic conditions throughout the active
composting phase. In particular, use of a windrow turner ensures a consistent, homogenized and
oxygenized blend in the Turned Windrows thereby greatly reducing the potential for odor. The
Aerated Static Piles are designed to include an insulating layer and a biofilter system. Both' are
described in more detail in Section 4 above. Detailed mitigations for specific feedstocks and
handling processes are described fully in the facility's Odor Impact Minimization Plan attached as
Appendix. F. By comparison to new feedstocks and material in the early stages of processing,
stabilized compost presents no serious potential for odor generation as the odiferous compounds
have by that point already been metabolized through the composting process.
On-site housekeeping practices, particularly the prevention or removal of any ponded liquid and the
appropriate use of covers for unprocessed material will also effectively eliminate or minimize odors.
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It should be noted that the Facility is surrounded by land used for industrial purposes, with�the
nearest residence located over one-half mile away from the site. This characteristic further. reduces
the potential for off-site odor issues related to the composting operations. �.
Should the facility receive an odor complaint, the complaint handling protocol, fully described in the
facility's Odor Impact Minimization Plan, will be implemented. Where appropriate and possible
after receipt of an odor complaint, the facility operator will implement targeted odor mitigations in
an effort to remove odor and prevent any recurrence in the future. I
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8 HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM
Sanitary Facilities
Permanent sanitary facilities are located in the existing building that will be used as the facility
office (Figure 3). Additional leased portable toilets will be provided near work areas as needed.
Health and Safety Equipment
Safety equipment mandated by the OSHA will be provided for site personnel and visitors,
including, but not limited to, hard hats, gloves, earplugs, dust masks/respirators, safety goggles
and vests. Scheduled health and safety meetings will take place on a monthly basis and any
necessary special training regarding equipment operation and 'emergency fire protection
measures will be provided as necessary and reviewed on a regular basis. First Aid kits, portable
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• eye washing and hand washing stations and drinking water will be provided in all work areas.
Communication by landline, radio, or cellular telephone will be available. -
Water Supply
Potable water is currently supplied to the property by South Feather Water and Power. A supply
well will be drilled in the future as an additional source of water. All potable water sources will be
clearly labeled as such. All additions to the existing water distribution system (i.e. installation of fire
hydrants and water hook ups) will be built in compliance with all required codes and regulations.
Engineered plans will be submitted for approval and issuance of grading and building permits prior
to construction. In the event of a failure of the potable water supply, adequate health and safety .
standards will be maintained by trucking potable water on site to a temporary distribution tank. The
facility will meet or exceed all applicable standards and regulations promulgated by OSHA.
Sources of process water for the facility will include:
a) South Feather Water and Power.
b) Oroville Gold will apply for a permit to drill a new supply well for the composting facility in
the future.
c) Liquids, if present during the landfill recovery operation of the Oroville Landfill Properties,
Inc. WMUs will be used on the compost after meeting the Oroville Landfill Properties, LP
WDR testing requirements. Transfer will be via the facility's water truck.
d) Storm water and leachate retained in the detention basin.
Training
The facility operator will ensure that all personnel assigned to the operation are trained in subjects
pertinent to operations and maintenance, including the requirements of the composting regulations,
physical contaminants and hazardous materials recognition and screening, with emphasis on odor
impact management and emergency procedures. New employees will receive Health and Safety
training within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter (including Hazardous Materials
Management Plan, Right -to -Know, Hazardous Communication Program, IIPP, OSHA safety,
SWPPP, NPDES & Emergency Action Plan and Procedures). Safety Meetings.will be held monthly,
job specific tailgate safety meetings will be conducted as necessary. All employee training and
safety meetings will be documented and records will be retained for three years after employee
termination or closure of the facility. Records will be maintained in the facility office.
Fire Control
The Butte County Fire Department (Matt Damon, 2010) has requested an elevated access road
around the active compositing operation. The existing access road provides an elevated access
until approximately 600 feet north of the proposed scale house to just west of the proposed
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hazardous waste storage area. A 5 foot high fire access road will be constructed with fire
hydrants located every 400 linear feet as shown on Figure 3,. The elevated fire access road will
also act as a containment berm for the active.composting operations. Fire hydrants will also be
located in the finished material storage and retail sales area. See Figure 3 for a facility layout.
Signage regarding standard fire safety information and emergency contact information will be
provided at the scales, facility office and.other locations as needed and/or mandated by the local
agency. All equipment will be fitted with spark arresters in accord with applicable vehicle
regulations and carry fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers will also be located in hazardous
materials/waste storage areas in order that travel distances do'not exceed 50' per NFPA
13.6.6.4.4. All facility structures will have fire protection as mandated by the California Fare
Code or NFPA. Equipment used in normal daily operations will also be. available for use in
emergency situations. Any additional standby equipment required by the local agency during the
fire season will be provided. There -will be a mowed strip, 100 feet wide, along the vegetated
frontage road (Ophir Road).' Open burning at the facility will be expressly prohibited. .
9 ' COMPOSTABLE MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT
The type, number, and horse power of equipment that will be used for the handling and
processing operations at the facility are presented below. 'Additional equipment may be procured
or replaced, as needed, in the future.
Equipment
Number
Horsepower'
Tub Grinder
1
800
Trommel Screen
1
174
Front End Loader
3
400 each
Water Truck
1
400
Windrow Turner
1 '
475
Blowers
•20
1/3 electric motor
10 SITE RESTORATION'
In accordance with the requirements of Title 14, Chapter 3.1, Article 1, Section 17870:
The facility operator will provide the EA written notice of intent to perform site 'restoration, at
least 30 days prior to beginning site restoration.
The facility operator and owner will provide site restoration necessary to protect public health,
safety, and the environment. f
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The facility operator will ensure that the following site restoration procedures are performed
upon completion of operations and termination of service:
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: (1) The operation and, grounds, basin, and drainage areas will be cleaned of all
residues including, but not limited to, compost materials, construction scraps, and
other materials related to the operations, and these residues legally recycled, reused,
or disposed of.
(2) All machinery will be cleaned and removed or stored securely.
(3) All remaining structures will be cleaned of compost materials, .dust, particulates, or
other residues related to the composting and site restoration operations.
1 1 FACILITY MANAGEMENT
The following personnel will be.responsible for the oversight of facility operations:
Name
Responsibilities
Telephone Number
Cell Phone Number
Steven Seidenglanz
President
(530) 533-1221
(530) 518-8842
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CERTIFICATION
OWNER:
I, Steven Seidenglanz of Oroville Gold LLC, do hereby certify on March 11, 2010, under penalty
of perjury thatthe information provided in this application and in any, attachments, is true and
accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Signature
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California
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DISTRIBUTION
Ms. M. Winslow
Butte County Public Health
Environmental Health Department
202 Mira Loma Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
Mr. V. Severin
Butte County Public Health
Environmental Health Department
202 Mira Loma Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
Mr. T. Snellings
Butte County Planning
7 County Center Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
Mr. N. Yeates
California Integrated Waste Management Board
Permitting and LEA Support Division
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APPENDIX A is
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Appendix A.
Definitions - Title 14, Natural Resources --
Division 7, CIWMB, Chapter 3.1. Compostable
Materials,. Section 17852
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Appendix -A
Oroville Gold LLC - Definitions
The following list provides working definitions for use at the OG facility, All definitions are
taken from Title 14, Natural Resources--Division.7, CIWMB, Chapter 3.1. Compostable
Materials, Section 17852:
"Active. Compost" means compost feedstock that, is in.the process of being.rapidly
decomposed and is unstable. Active compost is generating temperatures of at least 50
degrees Celsius (122 degrees Fahrenheit) during decomposition; or is releasing carbon
dioxide at a rate of at least 15 milligrams per gram of compost per day, or the equivalent
of oxygen uptake.
"Additives" means material mixed with feedstock or active compost in order to adjust the.
moisture level, carbon to nitrogen ratio, or porosity to create a favorable condition.
Additives include, but are.not limited to, fertilizers and urea. Additives do not.include
septage, biosolids, or compost feedstock.
"Aerated Static Pile" means a.composting process that uses an air distribution system to
either blow or draw air through the pile. Little or no pile agitation or turning is performed.
"Aerobic Decomposition means the biological decomposition of organic substances in
the presence of oxygen.
"Agricultural Material" means material of plant'or animal origin, which result from the
. production and processing of farm, ranch; agricultural, horticultural, aquacultural,
silvicultural, floricultural, vermicultural, or viticultural products, including manures,
orchard and vineyard prunings, and crop residues.
"Agricultural Material Composting Operation" means an operation that produces
compost from green or agricultural additives, and/or amendments..
"Amendments" means materials added to stabilized or cured compost to provide
attributes for certain compost products, such as product bulk, product nutrient value,
product pH, and soils blend. Amendments do not include septage, biosolids, or compost
feedstock.
"Anaerobic Decomposition" means the biological decomposition of organic substances_
in the absence of oxygen.
"Compostable Material" means any organic material that when accumulated will become
active compost as defined in section 17852(a)(1).
"Compostable Material Handling Operation" or "Facility" means an operation or facility,
that processes, transfers, or storescompostable'material. Handling of compostable
materials results in controlled biological decomposition. Handling includes composting,
screening, chipping and grinding,.and storage activities related to the production of
compost, compost feedstocks, and chipped ,and'ground materials. "Compostable
Materials Handling Operation or Facility" does not include activities excluded from
• regulation in section 17855. "Compostable Materials Handling Operation or Facility" also
includes:
(A) agricultural material composting operations;
(B) green material composting operations' and facilities;
(C) research composting operations; and.
(D) chipping and grinding operations and'facilities.
"Curing" means the final stage of the composting process that occurs after compost has
undergone pathogen reduction, as described in section 17868.3, and after most of the
readily metabolized material has been decomposed and stabilized.
"Feedstock" means any compostable material used in the production of compost or
chipped and ground material including, but not limited to, agricultural material, green
material, food material, biosolids, and mixed solid waste. Feedstocks shall not be
considered as either additives or amendments.
"Food Material" means any material that was acquired for animal or human
consumption, is separated from the municipal solid waste stream, and that does not
meet the definition of "agricultural material." Food material may include material from
food facilities as defined in Health and Safety Code section 113785, grocery stores,
institutional. cafeterias (such as, prisons, schools and hospitals) or residential food scrap
collection.
"Green Material" means any plant material that is separated at the point of generation,
contains no greater than 1.0 percent of physical contaminants by weight, and meets the
requirements of section 17868.5. Green material includes, but is not limited to, yard.
trimmings, untreated wood wastes, natural .fiber products, and construction and
• demolition wood waste. Green material does not include food material, biosolids, mixed
solid waste, material processed from commingled collection, wood containing lead-
based paint or wood preservative, mixed construction or mixed demolition debris.
"Green Material Composting Operation" or "Facility" is an operation or facility that
composts green material, additives, and/or amendments. A green material composting
operation or facility may also handle manure and paper products. An operation or facility
that handles a feedstock that is not green material, manure, or paper products, shall not
be considered a green material composting operation or facility. "Green Material
Composting Operation" or "Facility" does not include activities excluded from regulation
in section 17855.
"Handling means the processing, transfer, and storage of compostable materials.
Handling of compostable materials results in controlled biological decomposition.
Handling includes composting, screening, chipping and grinding, and storage activities
related -to the production of compost, compost feedstocks, and chipped and ground
materials.
"Insulating Material" means material used for the purpose of minimizing the loss of heat
from a compost pile undergoing the "Process to Further Reduce Pathogens" (PFRP), as
described in section 17868.3. Insulating material includes, but is not limited to, soil and
stabilized compost.
"Manure" is an agricultural material and means accumulated herbivore or avian
excrement. This definition shall include feces and urine, and any bedding material,
• spilled feed, or soil that is mixed with feces or urine.
"Operations Area" means the following areas within the boundary of a compostable
material handling operation or facility:
(A) equipment cleaning, maintenance, and storage areas;
(B) feedstock, active, curing and stabilized compost processing or stockpiling
areas;.and
(C) process water and stormwater.drainage control systems.
"Operator" means the' owner, or other person who through a lease, franchise agreement
o r other arrangement with the owner, becomes legally responsible for the following:
.(A) complying with regulatory requirements set forth in this Chapter;
(B) complying with all applicable federal, state and local requirements;
(C) the design, construction, and physical operation of the site; and
(D) site restoration.
"Owner" means the person or persons who own,!, in whole or, in part, a compostable
material handling operation or facility, or the land on which these operations or facilities
are located.
"Physical Contamination" or."Contaminants" means human -made inert products
contained within feedstocks, including, but not limited to, glass, metal, and plastic.
"Process Water" means liquid that is generated during or used in the production of
compost or chipped and ground materials.
"Separated At The Point of Generation" includes- material separated from the solid waste
stream by the generator of that material. It may also include material from a centralized
facility as long as that material was kept separate from the waste stream prior to receipt .
by that facility and the material was not commingled with other materials during handling.
"Stabilized Compost" means any organic material that has undergone the Process to
Further Reduce Pathogens (PFRP), as described in section 17868.3, and has reached a.
stage of reduced biological activity as indicated by reduced temperature and rate of
respiration below that of active compost.
"Static Pile" means a composting process that is similar to the aerated static pile except:
that the air source may or may not be controlled.
"Vector" includes any insect or other arthropod, rodent, or other animal capable of
transmitting the causative agents of human disease.
"Windrow Composting Process" means the process in which compostable material is
placed in elongated piles. The piles or "windrows" are aerated and/or mechanically
turned on..a periodic basis.
"Wood Waste" means solid waste consisting of wood pieces or particles which are
generated from the manufacturing or production of wood products, harvesting,
processing or storage of raw wood materials, or"construction and demolition activities
"Yard Trimmings" means any wastes generated .from the maintenance or alteration of
public, commercial or residential landscapes including, but not limited to, yard clippings,
leaves, tree trimmings, pruning s, brush, and weeds...
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• Developed by Tom Richard, Department of Agricultural and Biologicat Engineering, Cornell University
To use this spreadsheet, insertdata in the first table for your ingredients (up to four in
The spreadsheet then calculates the mixture moisture content and C/N ratio.
Alternatively; the spreadsheet will, calculate the proper proportions for moisture and/or.
ON goals (see .below).
For,further explanations of the formulas embedded in this worksheet, see. the Science and Engineering section of the ..
Cornell Composting web site: http://compost;css.Cornell.edu/Composting_ homepage.html
,Input areas are shaded blue or purple. Formula results are in red cells. -
}' Ingredient % Moisture % Carbon %Nitrogen �Mass'(lbs:)`
wood waste 39.0 57.7 0.1 5.05E+07
cattle manure 81.0 45.6 2.4 2.75E+07
F poultry manure 37.0 37.8 2.7 2.75E+07
green waste 60.0 57.8 3.4 3.43E+07
residential food waste (50% food waste / 50%green waste) ' 67.1 40.7 2.6 2.80E+07
commercial food waste 69.0 36.0 2.4 1.12E+08
± Calculated mixture moisture content: 60.3
t Calculated mixture C/14 ratio: 30.0
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INTRODUCTION
Purpose
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Overview
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PERSONNEL AND TRAINING
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Scale Attendant
Equipment Operator
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Load Checker
Hazardous Material Technician
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Environmental Compliance Department Personnel
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LOAD CHECKING ACTIVITIES
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Customer Notification ,
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Site Surveillance
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Waste Inspection.
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MANAGEMENT OF PHYSICAL CONTAMINANTS
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Waste Return Procedures
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Waste Classification and Storage
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RECORD KEEPING PROCEDURES
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Inspection Records
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Incident Reports
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Training Records
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Oroville Gold LLC Load Checking Program
INTRODUCTION
The load checking program described in this document was prepared -by Oroville Gold
LLC (Oroville Gold) for the Oroville Gold Composting Facility to.comply with the
loadchecking requirements for solid waste facilities contained in Title14 of'the California
Code of Regulations, sections 17409.5 and 17868.5. - The purpose 'of the load checking
program is .described below followed by a program overview.
Purpose
Oroville Gold's load checking program establishes procedures to identify and -remove
hazardous and otherwise prohibited wastes from the various compostable materials
delivered to the facility. The program'consists`of a number of elements comprising a
comprehensive load checking program whose purpose is toreduce disposal of
prohibited waste at the facility.
Wastes prohibited from acceptance include hazardous wastes, treated woods, plastics,
and other non-compostable materials. These wastes are defined and prohibited either
by statute, regulation, or permit conditions.
Overview.
The load checking program consists of five elements:
-Personnel and training
-Load checking activities
-Management of wastes
•Record keeping procedures
-Emergency procedures
Each of these elements is discussed in detail in separate sections of this document.
They are summarized below.
Personnel and.training identifies the facility personnel typically involved in the load
checking program and describes their respective load checking responsibilities and
training requirements. The load checking program is intended to be implemented by
trained employees of Oroville Gold LLC.
Load checking activities describes the main -activities associated with load checking.
Because the load checking program is applicable to green materials and.other
-feedstocks entering the facility regardless of source, load checking is conducted on
material delivered by the general public as well as curbside collection vehicles. The
primary load checking activities are customer notification, site surveillance, and material
inspection. A number of redundancies are incorporated into.load checking activities to
provide for multiple opportunities.to examine the feedstock for prohibited materials. As
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such, the effectiveness of load checking activities does not depend on any single
activity.
Management of wastes describes the handling procedures of prohibited waste.
Record keeping procedures describes the various records and forms used in
documenting load checking program activities.
Emergency response procedures are addressed in the Hazardous Materials
Management Plan written specifically for Oroville Gold. The load checking program
incorporates procedures to reduce the potential for such emergencies.
The Oroville Gold load checking program is dynamic and is subject to change as
regulatory requirements, contractual obligations,'company procedures, and industry
standards dictate. Oroville Gold will review the program as needed to maintain program
consistency with new requirements.
PERSONNEL AND TRAINING
Once feedstock material arrives at the facility entrance, it is potentially subject to load
checking. Although the majority of load checking activities are conducted by, the load
checker, other personnel assist with certain load checking -duties. The facility personnel
involved in load checking are listed below:
• Scale attendant
• Equipment operator
• Load checker
• Site Manager
• Facility Operator
The load checking responsibilities and training requirements for each position are
described below. All personnel are required to comply with the general safety- practices
and personal protective requirements for their positions.
Scale Attendant
The scale attendant is the initial contact for all incoming materials delivered by the
public. The attendant questions the driver of each incoming public vehicle about the
geographic source of the material and whether any hazardous or other prohibited
wastes are in the load. The attendant also makes a visual survey of the load to identify
any obvious hazardous or other prohibited wastes. If the attendant notices.or suspects
that the load contains hazardous materials s/he informs the driver that such wastes are
prohibited and cannot be unloading in the receiving area. The attendant also notifies
the equipment operator by radio so that the equipment operator can monitor the load
and ensure the prohibited waste is not unloaded.
Typical training for this positions includes (1) identification of hazardous and prohibited
wastes, and (2) procedures for rejecting hazardous and prohibited wastes.
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0 Equipment Operator
Load Checking Program
The equipment operator uses heavy equipment to process the feedstock materials at
Oroville Gold LLC. This activity provides the opportunity for. review of the material as it is
unloaded, and immediately before it is loaded for grinding, stockpiling,.or incorporation
in the process.
Situated in the equipment cab, the equipment operator can generally identify large
objects in the material such as large pieces of treated wood. The equipment operator
also observes the majority of public customers while they are unloading their vehicles.
If prohibited wastes are identified during unloading, the equipment operator notifies the
customer that the item(s) cannot be accepted and returns them to him/her with
directions .for.proper disposal. If prohibited wastes are identified during stockpiling or
prior to grinding, the equipment operator removes the prohibited item(s) to one of the
covered temporary prohibited waste storage bins.
In the event the Equipment'Operator. discovers a large volume of prohibited waste
(numerous treated wood or plastic contaminants).s/he contacts the load checker or
Operations Supervisor and relays relevant information such as the suspected source (if
known), the number of containers and type(s) of prohibited. material,. and whether
emergency procedures are required.
The equipment operator may also assist the load checker by documenting routine load
• surveillance and during inspections by mechanically spreading the load. The equipment
operator may provide assistance in containing emergency situations.
Typical training for this position includes (1) the effects of hazardous substances on
human health and the environment, (2) identification of prohibited materials, and (3)
emergency notification and response procedures. Additional training may be provided
periodically.
Load Checker
The load checker performs and documents the routine activities of the load checking
program. The load checker's primary responsibility is surveillance of incoming loads for
hazardous and other prohibited wastes. The load checker conducts load checking
activities (customer notification, site surveillance, and material inspection) on both
residential -and commercial loads delivered by the public and by company collection
vehicles.
As the primarysite employee implementing the load checking program, the load
checker is responsible for a number of activities in addition to direct.surveillance and
inspection. These include addressing customer concerns, following up with customers
on significant incidents of prohibited waste disposal, identifying loads and routes for
targeted inspection, and responding to emergencies. This employee also maintains
written records of all load checking activities at the site, typically on the Site Surveillance
Form and the Material Inspection Form.
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Typical training for this position includes (1) the effects of hazardous substances on
human health and the environment, (2) identification of prohibited materials, (3)
emergency notification and response procedures, (4) selection and proper use of
personal protective equipment, (5) management of prohibited 'wastes, including waste
characterization, and (6) record keeping. Additional training may be provided
periodically.
Facility Operator/Site Manager
The Facility Operator's responsibilities typically, include assisting with questions
regarding the acceptability of certain wastes, maintaining the written Load Check Plan,
conducting periodic audits, providing training for load.,checking personnel, providing
guidance• on company and facility policies, and responding to questions about the load
checking program. .
The Facility .Operator or designated Site Manager is also responsible for proper storage,
packaging, and off-site disposal of all loadchecked prohibited wastes. The number of
waste containers, general type, and area where prohibited waste was identified is
recorded for each loadchecked item on a written1og. The Facility Operator or
designated Site Manager may assist the Load Checker, as needed, in contacting
customers and targeting loadsJor inspection. ;
Typical training for the Facility Operator or designate Site Manager includes (1) the
effects of hazardous substances on human health and the environment, (2)
• identification of prohibited materials, (3) emergency notification and response
procedures, (4) selection and proper use of personal protective equipment, (5) .
management of prohibited wastes, and (6) record keeping. Facility Operators also
periodically attend refresher courses on prohibited materials-managernent-related
issues.
LOAD CHECKING ACTIVITIES
Load checking activities fall into three categories:
-Customer notification
-Site surveillance
-Load inspection
Each activity provides a varying level of scrutiny of the feedstock materials for the
presence of prohibited wastes. Load checking activities are intended to promote
customer cooperation with the load checking program. A fundamental concept of the
load checking program is that customers are responsible for verifying the acceptability.
of their. materials. Although public education information is readily available from. local
and state'agencies, many customers may claim they are unaware that certain wastes
are prohibited from disposal at the facility. Nevertheless, it is extremely important
throughout the load checking process to mairitain a courteous relationship with the
customer.
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Each of the load checking activities described below identifies the typical steps in the
process of load checking. It should be noted that every load that is checked will not .
besubject to all activities. There are two reasons for this. First, the program intentionally
includes an element of randomness. That is, each activity can occur randomly as loads
arrive at the facility. Second, subjecting each load checked to all load checking activities
could significantly increase the time the customer must remain at the facility. The flow
description indicates maximum review of the load by all site personnel that could
potentially be involved. Additionally, there will be no fixed sequence to the activities
described; several activities may be undertaken simultaneously or independently and
may target specific or random loads.
To prevent customers from circumventing the program, it will be extremely important.
that the schedule for conducting.load checking activities does not become predictable.
Thus, load checking activities will not occur on the same days of the week and at the
same times of day.
Customer. Notification
Notifying customers that certain materials are unacceptable for composting at the.facility
will be a key component of the load checking program. It -is the customer's responsibility
to ensure that they deliver acceptable materials., Customers will be notified that they
retain responsibility for any prohibited materials detected in their load. Notification will
.be accomplished, through the use of signs, notices, and.verbal communication (such as
inquiring about the customers' loads).
Customer notification can be conducted by any site personnel, but.it will typically be
'conducted by the. scale attendant as the customer enters the site.
Signs
Signs will be .posted near the entrance of the facility to notify customers of the material
acceptance policy. For example, one sign will state that hazardous wastes are
prohibited from acceptance and list examples of such wastes. Another sign will state
that a load checking program, is in effect. ;
Notices
Notices of the policy not to accept hazardous wastes and other prohibited materials will
be.distributed to the public periodically. at the entrance scale and during load checking.
Other load checking policy notices may also be distributed.
Verbal Communication
In addition to signs and notices, facility personnel will verbally inform customers that
hazardous and -other prohibited materials are not acceptable. Facility personnel will
routinely inquire about the nature of the customer's wastes. If a facility employee sees
or suspects prohibited wastes in a customer's load, they will politely inform the customer
of the facility's policy of not accepting hazardous and other prohibited items for disposal.
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Load Checking Program
Occasional confrontations may occur with customers who insist upon disposing of
prohibited wastes at the facility. If customer problems develop, the load checker. or
Facility Operator will be notified.
Site Surveillance
Vehicles entering the facility will be subject to surveillance by site personnel. Incoming
loads will be screened initially by the scale attendant for the presence of prohibited
materials. In addition, the customer will be asked*whether they have any hazardous. or
otherwise prohibited materials. If prohibited material is not visible or suspected, the
vehicle will be allowed to proceed to the public side of the unloading area. If prohibited
materials are observed or suspected, the customer will be .reminded of the facility's
prohibited.material policy and directed to not unload the prohibited material. The scale
attendant will notify the load checker or equipment.operator,of any loads containing .
prohibited material so they can confirm that the prohibited materials are not unloaded.
The load checker will generally conduct the documented surveillance of the incoming
materials at the unloading area. At this point, surveillance of the load will involve
observing the material.as it is unloaded from the vehicle. The load checker may
examine some of the wastes more closely to confirm the status of the waste. If.the
waste is deemed.acceptable, it can be unloaded.. if the waste is deemed unacceptable,
the. customer is asked to retain the material that is prohibited. As the vehicle leaves the
facility, the scale attendant may survey the load again to ensure that prohibited wastes
detected earlier were not unloaded. Observations of this activity will be recorded in the
• Site Surveillance Form. Observations will occur continuously, however a minimum of
five (5) surveillance observations will be documented per week.
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Any material suspected of being hazardous or otherwise prohibited will be returned to
the customer when possible. Procedures for handling prohibited wastes from known
and unknown generators are .described in the Management of Wastes section of this
document.
Material. Inspection
The feedstock shall undergo load checking to ensure that physical contaminants are no
greater than 1.0 percent of total weight. Load checking shall include both visual
observation of incoming waste loads and load sorting to quantify percentage of
contaminating materials.
A minimum of one percent. of daily incoming feedstock volume or at least one truck per
day, whichever is greater, shall be inspected visually. If a visual load check indicates a
contamination level greater than 1.0 percent, a representative sample shall be taken,
physical contaminants shall be collected and weighed, and the percentage of physical.
contaminants determined. The load shall be rejected if physical contaminants are
greater than 1.0 percent of total weight.
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Any rejected. physical contaminants will be returned to the customer when. possible.
Procedures for handling prohibited materials from known and unknown generators are
described in the Management of Prohibited Materials section of this document.
MANAGEMENT OF PHYSICAL CONTAMINANTS
When possible;- prohibited materials identified at the facility are returned immediately to
the generator. -If the generator of the.material is unknown,, the material is placed in one
of the temporary covered prohibited material bins. As necessary, the Facility Operator .
will arrange for appropriate disposal of prohibited materials and any incidental
hazardous waste or materials by an appropriately licensed hauler.
Material Return Procedures
Material return procedures in instances where the generator is known, unknown, and
recalcitrant are discussed in the following sections.
Known Generators
If the generator of the prohibited materials is known and is on site, the load checker will
inform the generator that the materials.are not acceptable at the facility and that the
generator is responsible for properly managing and disposing of the waste. The load
checker will record information pertaining to the..types of wastes rejected and the
generator (e.g., vehicle identification) on the Site; Surveillance or Material Inspection
• Form. If the load checker isnot on site, the equipment operator or facility operator will
be responsible for recording the information and.�passing it on to the load checker:.
If the generator of the prohibited material is known or can be identified but has already
departed the site, the load checker will mark the containers) and set them aside in the
prohibited materials storage location. The load checker will then contact the generator,
explain Oroville Gold's material acceptance policy, and request that the generator .
collect the material for proper disposal. The load checker will record both the discovery
and transfer/return of the prohibited materials with load checking records.
Unknown Generators
If prohibited materials are found at the facility and the generator cannot be identified, the
materials will be'stored in the designated areas until the next pick up by a licensed
hauler. A written log of all loadchecked materials sent for disposal will be maintained by
the load checker or the facility operator.-
Recalcitrant
perator:
Recalcitrant Generators
In certain cases of large volumes or repeated violations of the Oroville Gold material
acceptance procedures, Oroville Gold either refuse further service to the generator, or
may contact regulatory authorities for assistance in convincing recalcitrant generators to
• accept responsibility for their prohibited materials, and/or to manage their' materials
properly in the future. Oroville Gold will maintain records of any such decisions.
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Material Classification and Storage
Load Checking Program
Materials are classified by the Load Checker or Facility Operator and stored at the
designated prohibited waste storage locations prior to off-site shipment for recycling or
landfilling.
RECORD KEEPING PROCEDURES
The following records and reports will be maintained at the facility office:
• Incoming load inspection records
• Prohibited Material Storage Records
• Incident reports
• Training records
Discussions of each .of these documents are presented in this section. Copies of the
records and reports described will be- availablein the facility office during normal
business hours for inspection by the appropriate 'regulatory agencies. All records and
reports will be maintained for a. minimum of five (5) years.
• Incoming Load Inspection Records
The Load Checker will maintains written records'of five (5) surveillance observations
and two (2) material inspections per week, or a rriinimum.of one percent of daily
incoming green material or at least one truck per daywhichever is greater. The Load
Checker shall record the number of load checks performed and loads rejected. In
addition, the Load Checker will maintain,files with notes, photos, and correspondence
relating'to customer follow-up regarding collection,of prohibited materials; off-site
disposal of prohibited materials, and customer inquiries about material acceptance
policies.
Prohibited Material Storage Records
The Load„Checker or Facility Operator will maintain a written log of the number of
containers, general type, and source location of all loadchecked prohibited materials
which are collected by a licensed hauler. Hazardous waste manifests or other
appropriate shipping documentation for transportation to offsite recycling or disposal will
also be maintained at the facility office, in accordance with the facility's Hazardous
Materials Management Plan.
Incident Reports
•If an incident involving prohibited material occurs that results in a release of hazardous
materials, the Load Checker, Facility. Operator, or other designated manager will report
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-the incident'immediately to the appropriate,local enforcement agency and other
•regulatory agencies as specified by the facility's Hazardous Materials Management
Plan..
The report will include at least the following information:
■ Date, time, type of incident
■ Name, amount, and type of Hazardous waste, involved
■ : Extent of injuries (if applicable)
■ Actual, or potential hazards to human health or the environment
.Estimated quantity and disposition of waste: recovered -,(as a result
of the incident) .
The Facility Operator will determine what Agency reporting is.required by reference to
the Hazardous Materials Management Plan, will coordinate the- reporting, and will
maintain a copy of the 'report and all. related correspondence.
Training Records
As described in the Personnel and Training section of this document, program
personnel will undergo training before they undertake their responsibilities. Records .
documenting the successful completion of training requirerhents•w'ill be kept onfile `'at
the facility office during employment and for at least three years beyond°termination of
• employment.
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Odor Impact Minimization Plan
Presented to:
. Butte County Public Health
Environmental Health Division
i 202 Mira Loma Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
i (530) 538-7281
Presented by:
SCS ENGINEERS
3843 Brickway Boulevard, Suite 208
Santa Rosa, CA
(707) 546-9461
Revised March .8, 2010
File No. 01203196.01
Offices Nationwide
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Oroville Gold LLC
Odor Impact.Minimization Plan
(OIMP)
Presented for:
Mr. S. Seidenglanz
Oroville Gold LLC
4801 Feather River Boulevard, Bldg. 29
• Oroville, CA 95965
Presented by:
SCS ENGINEERS
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Santa Rosa, CA
(707) 546-9461
Revised March 8, 2010
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LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
This Report has been prepared on behalf of Oroville Gold LLC with specific application to the
proposed Oroville Gold LLC composting facility located in Oroville, California. Reports are
prepared in accordance with the care and skill generally exercised by reputable professionals,
under 'similar circumstances, in this or similar localities. No other warranty, either expressed or
implied, is made as to the professional- advice presented herein.
Changes in Site use and conditions may occur due to variations in rainfall, temperature, water
usage, or other factors. Additional information that was not available to the consultant at.the time
of this report or changes that may have occurred on the Site or in the surrounding area may result
in `modification to the Site that would impact the summary presented herein. This report is nota
legal opinion.
We look forward to continuing to work with you; on this project and trust this report provides the
information you require at this time. If you have any questions or need additional information,
please call Jane Gaskell at SCS Engineers at (707) 546-9461.
Ja skell Date
P ject Manager
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Staff Engineer
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Table of Contents -
Section Page
Limitationsand Disclaimer.....................................:...........................................................................................i
List of Attachments ................ "
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1 Purpose/Context of the OIMP...............................................:............................................................ 1
Sources.......................................................`....................................................................................1
Volume........................................................:..................................................................................1
Storage..: .......................................................................................................................................... I
Processing......................................................................................................................................2
ResidenceTimes............................................................................................:...............................2
2 Odor Monitoring Protocol.................................................................................................................... 3
Proximityof Odor Receptors.....................................................................................................3
Methodfor Assessing Odor Impacts........................................................................................3
3 Meteorological Conditions (Including Seasonal Variations)........................................................... 3
WindVelocity & Wind Direction:.............................................................................................3
4 Complaint Response Protocol..............................................................................................................4
5 Design Considerations to Minimize Odors ................................... ......... 5
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Aeration Methods and Degree of Aeration...........................................................................5
Moisture Content of Materials...................................................................................................7
FeedstockCharacteristics...........................................................................................................7
AirborneEmission Production.....................................................................................................8
ProcessWater Distribution..................:.................................................................................:....9 '
Padand Site Drainage and Permeability...............................................:..............................9
EquipmentReliability...................................................................................................................9
Personnel.............................................................................................................:......................10
WeatherEvent Impacts............................................................................................................10
UtilityService Interruptions ......... ........................................................... :........................ ........
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6 Operating Procedures for Minimizing Odors......:..........................................................................1
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AerationProcedures.................................................................................................................
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MoistureManagement ................................................. :............ :.......................... ....................
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FeedstockQuality.....................................................................................................................13
PadMaintenance......................................................................................................................
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Detention Basin Controls..........................................................................................................14
StoragePractices......................................................................................................................14
ContingencyPlans......................................................................................................................16
Biofiltration.................................................................................................................................16
LoadEnclosure Tar in..................................................................................
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7 Distribution............................................................................................................................................18
Table 2 - Sources of Odor and Possible Management Techniques......................................................19
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OIMP
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LIST OF ATTACHMENTS
Table No.
1 Moisture, Carbon, and Nitrogen Content (by weight) of Primary Feedstocks
2 Sources of Odor and Possible,Management Techniques . r
Appendices
A Windrose & Climatic Conditions for Oroville, California
B Odor Complaint Form
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1 PURPOSE/CONTEXT OF THE OIMP
This Odor ImpactMinimizationPlan (GIMP) is intended to provide guidance to on-site .
personnel in the handling, storage, and removal of compostable materials, in accordance with
Title 14, California Code of Regulations Section 1'7863.4. This OIMP will be maintained on-site
and revised as necessary to reflect any changes in the design or operation of this site. A copy of
the revisions will be provided to the enforcement agency within 30 days of the changes. In
addition, this OIMP will be reviewed annually to determine if any revisions are necessary. -
When Oroville Gold first begins operations, there will be four primary types of composting
feedstocks:
Sources
Proposed initial sources for the feedstocks above are as follows:
Wood Waste: Clean closure site adjacent to the compost facility; public self -haul
Agricultural Material: Cattle & poultry manure from local farms, ranches and dairies;
public self -haul
Green Material: Curbside collections and transfer stations; public self -haul
Food Material: Curbside collections, restaurants, grocery stores, special
events, and institutions; public self -haul
Volume
The following types of materials, as well as their respective maximum intake rates, are listed
below:
Wood Waste (532 lbs/cubic yd):
96 tons/day
Agricultural Material: Cattle manure (1458 lbs/cubic yd):
52 tons/day..
Agricultural Material: Poultry manure (1400 lbs/cubic yd):
52 tons/day
Green Material (550 lbs/cubic yd):
65 tons/day
Residential Food Material (1700 lbs/cubic yard):,
53 tons/day
Commercial Food Material (2000 lbs/cubic yard):
213 tons/day
Storage
The overall size of the facility is approximately 68.7 acres. Around 25 acres will be dedicated to
active composting operations. A separate stockpile and retail sales area, approximately 6 acres in
size will be located in the south west corner of the facility immediately next to the site entrance
(Figure 3). The area has a maximum storage capacity of 47,000 cubic yards of finished compost.
Oroville Gold will be handling a total estimated daily tonnage of 531 tons of feedstocks once the
facility is at full capacity. This in turn means that over the course of the facility's 264 operating
days per year, approximately 140,000 tons of material will be received. Assuming a volume
reduction of approximately 80%, this will generate 28,000 tons (56,000,000 lbs) of compost. The
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quoted CIWMB conversion factor for compost is 800 lbs/cubic yard. Therefore, Oroville Gold
LLC will generate 70,000 cubic yards of compost per year.
Assuming steady state operation (5 cubic yards of material in to 1 cubic yard of material out), the
maximum production capacity of the OG. compost facility is the import of approximately
438,000 cubic yards of feedstock material per year, resulting in the production of approximately
88,000 cubic yards per year of compost. If the entire 11 acres were dedicated to the more space -
efficient ASP method, the maximum production capacity would increase to an import of
approximately 600,000 cubic yards of feedstock material per.year, with the resultant production
of approximately 120,000 cubic yards. per year of compost.
A list of materials that may be used in the composting process and may be present on site, along
with their storage method, location, and timeline is presented in the discussion on Storage
Practices in Section 6 below. All stockpiles will be covered as necessary. All feedstocks and ,
amendments will be stored and handled in a manner that will prevent any adverse public
health/well-being conditions as specified in Title 14, Section 17823.
Processing
The timeframe for materials to be incorporated will be based on their tendency to putresce and
create odors; Oroville Gold's policy will be to process and incorporate any feedstocks before any.
offensive odors.develop regardless of the class of feedstock. Generally, any loads containing
.:food materials will be processed and incorporated into Turned Windrows or Aerated Static Piles
within 48 hours of receipt. In the unlikely event that this is not possible, these materials will be
temporarily stockpiled in, and covered by, unground green material or wood waste in accordance
with the facility's Odor Impact Minimization Plan.
As the source of the wood waste is the adjacent landfill, this material will be brought onto the
site from the adjacent property as production demands. Should a wood waste stockpile be
retained on site, it will be used within 7 days of receipt. Any material remaining on site for 7
days will be removed and either processed at an alternative facility, or if no such alternative is
available, landfilled.
Residence Times
Residence time of a typical windrow will vary .based on management intensity, time of year,
weather, and other operational factors but will be a minimum of 15 days and will likely average
around 20 days. In the unlikely event that there, is a delay in processing, windrows will be
deconstructed no more than 3 months after original construction.
Residence time in the Aerated Static Pile will vary depending on the season and sales demand
but will range from a few days (a minimum of 3 at or above the required temperature) to up to 3
months. All material will then go through a curing and screening process which will take
approximately 30 days. All material will therefore remain in the active composting process for
between 33 days and 120 days. Finished products are removed from the active composting area
and taken to the storage area, where they will remain on site for a maximum of 8 months.
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2 ODOR MONITORING PROTOCOL
Proximity of. Odor Receptors
The closest receptors are site personnel, the public; material delivery drivers, and other visitors to
the site.
The closest off-site receptors are residential property'owners approximately a half mile to the
south, directly upwind of the.prevailing SSE wind direction from the site. In the downwind
direction, there are no residential sites within two miles, with several other industrial sites
interspersed between them and the compost facility. The land -use zoning for the site is M2 -
Heavy Industrial.
Method for Assessing Odor Impacts
Each. operating day the operator evaluates on-site'odors and operations for potential release of
objectionable odors.
Odor impacts will be assessed qualitatively by facility personnel. Facility personnel will be the
first line of detection of nuisance odors, and will be the most heavily impacted. Through training
and experience, facility personnel should be able to identify the odor sources and remediate them
as needed. They will be familiar with the circumstancesof the operation that potentially may
lead to the release of objectionable odors. If questionable or objectionable on-site odors are
detected by site personnel, the facility operator will implement the following. protocol:
1. Investigate and determine the likely source of the odor.
2. Assess the effectiveness of available on-site management practices to resolve the
odor event and immediately take steps to reduce the odor -generating capacity of
on-site material. (Possible on-site odor sources and BMPs for this site are shown
in Table 2 at the end of this document).
3. Determine if the odor traveled. off-site by surveying the site perimeter and noting
existing wind patterns.
.4. Determine whether or not the odor event (or potential odor event) is significant
enough to warrant contacting the neighbors and/or the local enforcement agency
(LEA).
5. Record the event and any corrective actions taken for further operational review.
3 METEOROLOGICAL CON'DITION.S (INCLUDING-
SEASONAL
INCLUDING-SEASONAL VARIATIONS)'
Wind Velocity & Wind Direction
Historical wind data indicates prevailing wind is from the weather station at the Oroville Airport,
located approximately 3.5 miles from the Oroville Gold LLC facility, showed the average
prevailing wind direction to be from the south-southeast for the period 1992 to 2002. This was
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the prevailing direction for every month except September and October, where the wind was
predominantly from the east. The'average wind speed was 6.4 mph for the period 1996 to 2006.
This wind direction limits the exposure of odors to the closest residential area, approximately
one half mile to the southeast (directly upwind). In the downwind direction, there are no
residential sites within.two miles, with several other industrial sites interspersed between them
and the compost facility.
There is no significant seasonal variation for wind velocity or direction.' The most significant
seasonal variation is the change in precipitation with almost all of the area's.rainfall occurring
between November and March.
See the Wind Rose and Climatic Conditions data provided in Appendix A f6r more detailed `
information.
4 COMPLAINT RESPONSE PROTOCOL
1. Should the LEA receive a complaint, they will notify the facility operator as soon as
possible. During working hours, this will be the Oroville Gold LLC facility office at
(530) 533-1221. After working hours, this will be the Oroville Gold LLC facility office
at (530) 518-8842.
2. Should the operator receive the complaint, they will record in the Site Operations Log: '
a. the nature of the complaint,
b. the date the complaint was received, ,
C. if available, the name, address, and telephone number of the person or
persons making the compliant,
d. any actions taken to respond to the complaint, and
e. if an incident requires the implementation of emergency procedures, the
LEA will be notified by the operator within 24 hours.
3. Along with a record of received complaints, the Site Operations Log will also record:
a. any special occurrences encountered during operation and methods used. to
resolve problems arising from these events, including details of all incidents that
required implementing emergency procedures.
b. the quantity and type of feedstock received and quantity of compost and chipped
and ground material produced. Agricultural compostable materials handling
operations shall maintain records only for compostable material accepted from
off-site.
c. the number of load checks performed and loadsrejected.
d. all test results generated by compliance with Article 7 of Chapter 3. 1, Title 14
CCR, including but not limited to, metal concentrations, fecal coliform and
Salmonella sp. densities, temperature measurements, and dates of windrow
turnings.
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e. pathogen reduction methods.
f. any serious injury to the public occurring on-site and any complaint of adverse
health effects to the public attributed to operations. Serious injury means any,
injury that requires inpatient hospitalization for a period in excess of 24 hours or
in which a member of the public suffers a loss of any member of the body or
suffers any degree of permanent disfigurement.
g. training and instruction completed in accordance with section 17867.5, Article 7
of Chapter 3. 1, Title 14 CCR.
4. In addition, all records required by Chapter 3.1 shall be kept in the facility office and
accessible for five (5) years and shall be available for inspection by authorized
representatives of the board, EA, local health entity, and other duly authorized regulatory
and EAs during normal working hours.
A sample complaint form is attached as Appendix B.
5 DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS TO MINIMIZE ODORS
In order to minimize the development of conditions that could lead to odor problems, the
compostable material handling areas of the site were designed, based on the nature and quantity
of materials to be received and stored, climatological factors, adjacent land use, grading, and
drainage controls. .
• The primary sources of odors at this site will occur during the receipt, initial handling, and
turning of materials, and in the accumulation of process water in the leachate detention basin. As
a result, site personnel will assess materials upon receipt for odor generation. potential. Site
personnel will be trained to manage all compostable material handling in a manner that
minimizes the development of conditions that could lead to objectionable odors.
Aeration Methods and Degree of Aeration
In accordance with Title 14, Chapter 3. 1, Article 1, Section 17868.3 (b) (3), active compost
windrows shall be maintained under aerobic conditions at a temperature of 55°C (131° F) or
higher fora pathogen reduction period of 15 days or longer. During the period when the
compost is. maintained at 55 ° C or higher, the windrows shall be turned (i.e. mixed and aerated)
a minimum of 5 times. At least one temperature reading shall be taken each day during the
pathogen reduction period per every 150 feet of windrow, or fraction thereof, or for every 200
cubic -yards of active compost, or fraction thereof. The windrows will be turned and moisture
will be added as necessary to maintain the composting process. Primary composting is
considered complete when internal temperatures have declined below approximately 43°C
(105°F), and remain there even when the compost is aerated and maintained under optimum
moisture conditions. .
To maintain aerobic conditions, air will be. either forced with positive pressure through the
aeration piping out through the surface of the pile in order to provide fresh air from the center of
the pile outwards, or drawn in using negative pressure to provide fresh air from the exposed
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surface of the pile inwards towards the aeration pipe. The type, timing and duration of aeration
will be based on the three main operational parameters of temperature, moisture content, and
oxygen levels. Temperature responds with respect to moisture and oxygen levels; controlling
temperature is achieved by adjusting either moisture and/or aeration levels. Aeration serves to
lower excessive temperatures and remove moisture. During the pathogen reduction process, a
temperature range of 55°C (131°F) to 59°C (138°F) will be maintained in the zone specified in
Title 14, Chapter 3.1, Article 1, Section 17868.3 (d)(2)(B)] for 3 days; that is, the aeration system
will be activated if the temperature exceeds 59°C and deactivated when the temperature reaches
55°C. After the pathogen reduction process has been completed, temperatures will be
maintained between 45°C to 59°C in order to maximize the decomposition rate. At least one
temperature reading shall be taken each day during the pathogen reduction period per every 150
feet of pile, or fraction thereof, or for every 200 cubic -yards of active compost, or fraction
thereof; more readings will be taken in cases of high temperature to ensure the pile is being
cooled. Temperature readings in addition to those required will be taken to measure conditions
deeper inside the pile as well. The decision to use either positive or negative pressure will be
based on conditions inside the piles as well as climatic conditions at the facility. For example, if
temperatures exceed 59°C deep inside the pile but are within the above specified limits at the
periphery of the pile, positive pressure will be used; if the periphery of the pile requires more
rapid cooling than the core, negative pressure will be used. The same tactic can be used for
controlling moisture as well; any applied aeration will have a drying effect on the compost.
When negative pressure is used, a condensate trap constructed from a 55 -gallon drum or barrel
will be used to accumulate moisture extracted from the pile. The condensate will then be either
reapplied to moisture condition feedstocks or stored in the detention basin. •
Initially, the aeration system will be constructed of perforated piping laid underneath the pile in a
bed of porous material (e.g. wood chips) at approximately 8 -foot intervals; the perforated
interval will be 70 feet in a 90 -foot wide ASP. Typical piping used for this process is 4 -inch
diameter PVC. Each length of pipe will have an individual blower attached for maximum
process control while in the pathogen reduction phase. The typical blowers to be used are 1/3
horsepower with a flow rate of 150 cubic feet per minute at 0.5" of static pressure. These
blowers are small and relatively inexpensive when compared to a large manifolded blower that
would be used for a full-scale automated system, and will be added as production increases. If
negative pressure (suction) is required, each blower will have its own associated condensate trap
and biofilter. The biolfilter will consist of an approximately 2 -cubic yard pile of compost placed
over the exhaust hose from the blower. The compost used for the biofilter will be replaced on a
bi-weekly basis. Blowers and their associated condensate traps will be moved as needed to
provide aeration; biofilters will be constructed as needed (Appendix D). A layer of insulating
material, 6-12 inches thick, will be used to cover active compost to minimize the risk of odor
generation. Suitable insulating material includes stabilized compost, compost "overs", and soils.
As a further odor minimization practice, the exhaust from the blowers will be directed through a
biofilter. The biofilter will be made from stabilized compost, finished compost, or soils. In
accordance with Title 14, Chapter 3.1, Article 1, Section 17868.3(b)(3), all active aerated static
compost piles shall be covered with 6 to 12 inches of insulating material, and the active compost
shall be maintained at a temperature of 55° C. (131° F) or higher for a pathogen reduction period
of 3 days. Primary composting is considered complete when internal temperatures have declined
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• below approximately 43°C (105°F), and remain there even when the compost is aerated and
maintained under optimum moisture conditions.
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Aeration of the leachate detention basin is via a commercial aeration system that will introduce
oxygen into the process liquid thereby preventing the pond from becoming anaerobic. The
system will operate as required -to maintain aerobic conditions in the detention basin.
Moisture Content of Materials
Most of the material received consists of moisture in the range of 40-60%. The agricultural
materials, namely poultry and cattle manure, may have a moisture content above 50% on receipt.
The green material and food materials may also have higher than 50% moisture content on
receipt. However, the wood waste will be a low moisture material that can be used to aid in
moisture management.
The table below illustrates the mixture of feedstocks needed to achieve an ideal starting moisture
content (60%) and carbon to nitrogen ratio (30:1).. .
Table 1— Moisture, Carbon, and Nitrogen Content (by weight) of Primary Feedstocks
Ingredient
% Moisture
% Carbon
% Nitrogen
wood waste
39.0
57.7
0.1
cattle manure
81.0
45.6
2.4
poultry manure
37.0
37.8
2.7
green waste
60.0
57.8
3.4
residential food waste
67.1
40.7
2.6
commercial food waste
69.0
36.0
2.4
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Feedstock Charact'eristics
The feedstock will consist of four primary types of materials; their constituents of primary
concern regarding their compostability (moisture, carbon, and nitrogen content) are presented
above in Table 1:
Wood Waste: The primary source of this material will be the nearby two former
Louisiana Pacific Sawmill Class 3 landfill Waste Management Units (WMUs) #1, and #2
(Figure 2). WNW #4 contains wood ash that will also be incorporated into the
composting process. These WMUs are being closed under Waste Discharge
Requirements/Monitoring & Reporting Program for Clean -Closure, Order No. R5-2007-
0042, adopted on May 4, 2007 (Appendix H of the RCSI). The wood waste recovery
operation will be conducted at. the WMUs: Excavated material from the WMUs will be
separated and handled under the existing Waste Discharge Requirements (WDR). The
wood waste transported to Oroville Gold from the WMUs will be tested, prior to being
accepted at Oroville Gold, in compliance with current WDR for the Clean Closure of
Oroville Landfill Properties Class III Wood Waste Landfill, Order No. R5-2007-0042. A
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copy of the WDR Order is attached as Appendix H of the RCSI. The required quantity of
this material, because of its value as a source of carbon, will depend on the availability of
the additional feedstocks.
Agricultural Material: The facility will initially compost manure from local poultry
ranches and dairies and will seek to increase the range of agricultural materials available
for composting over the early months of operation.
Green Material: The composition of the green material feedstock includes, but is note
necessarily limited to: yard trimmings, plant wastes, untreated wood wastes, paper
products, and natural fiber products. The source of this material will be curbside
collections by local haulers. Green materials with greater than 1% physical
contaminants, such as human -made. inert products contained within feedstocks,: including,
but not limited to, glass, metal, and plastic, will not be accepted at the Facility. The
source of this material will be curbside collections by'local haulers.. Maximum storage
time for green material will be one month.
Food Material: AAs defined under Title 14, Division 7, Chapter 3. 1, Section 17852,
food materials are any material that was acquired for animal or human consumption, is
separated from the municipal solid waste stream, and that does not meet the definition of
"agricultural material." Food material may also include material from food facilities as
defined in California Health and Safety Code section 113789, grocery. stores, institutional
cafeterias(such as prisons, schools; restaurant and hospitals) or residential food scrap .
collection. The source of this material will be from both curbside collections, where the
food material has been combined by the consumer with the green material, and
commercial collections of separated food waste from restaurants, institutions and special
events. Maximum storage time for residential and commercial food material will be 2
days.
Airborne Emission Production
A water truck is used to wet unpaved portions of the access road and high traffic areas at the site
as needed for dust control. Water and equipment for dust suppression is available at grinding,
screening and dry material unloading operations area. Commercially available dust suppressant,
such as Earthbind 100 or equivalent, will be applied to facility road surfaces on an annual basis.
Moisture levels will be maintained in all compost and feedstocks to prevent windborne dust.
Amendments will also be kept moist and/or covered to prevent windborne dust.
It should be noted that the Facility is surrounded by land used for industrial purposes, with the
nearest residence located over one-half mile away from the site. This characteristic further reduces
the potential for off-site odor issues related to the composting operations.
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Process, Water Distribution
Water from the South Feather Water and Power utility is available at the site; an 8 -inch main
runs along the south side of Ophir Road. An 8" backflow device will be installed to
accommodate the proposed use of the site. A distribution system for industrial use and fire
control will be installed.
A control basin will be designed for use as a leachate collection basin which will retain
composting leachate mixed with storm water collected from the graded compost pad area (Figure
3). The detention basin will be located approximately 200 feet from the southeast corner of the
25 -acre active composting area. The collected storm water and leachate will be used as process
water for moisture conditioning blended feedstocks and compost piles. Drainage and leachate
control has been designed pursuant to the regulatory guidelines set forth in Title 14 and Title 27
of the California Code of Regulations..
A commercial aeration system.will be installed in the basin to maintain aerobic conditions and
thereby prevent the basin from becoming a source of odor. The aeration system will operate as
required to maintain aerobic conditions in the basin when the basin contains process liquid.
The system has been designed to capture all liquid, generated by a 100 -year, 24-hour storm.
A Report of Waste Discharge for the construction of the detention basin will be submitted to the
Regional Water Quality Control Board for approval of the construction and any associated waste
• discharge requirements. The facility has been designed to enable full re -use of all capture
process and wastewater in the composting system. Therefore, there will be no off-site movement
of excess process water or leachate:
Pad and Site Drainage and Permeability
The 25 -acre active composting area will contain an impermeable pad for composting and
storage. The pad has been designed by a licensed civil engineer and will be sloped to preclude
ponding conditions. The impermeable composting pad will be constructed with a grade of 3% to
direct all leachate and storm water drainageto a lined channel for collection in the detention
basin. A culvert will be constructed to convey the leachate and storm water through the elevated
access road. The existing land contours and grade of 3% towards the site of a detention basin
ensure that leachate or storm water will not run-off to areas other than the detention basin, even
during a storm event. The sloped impermeable pad will allow management of the Turned
Windrows for odor reduction during the winter months.
Equipment 'Reliability
The.facility will initiate operations using common material handling equipment (primarily front-
end loaders), which is easily replaced by rental equipment in case of equipment failure. Initially,
grinding will occur using contract grinding services. Once the facility purchases a full-time
grinder, contract -grinding services will be used in the case of equipment failure.
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Personnel
All employees will be cross -trained to ensure the facility always has staff available to perform all
key functions of the operations. The facility operator will ensure that all personnel assigned to,
the operation are trained in subjects pertinent to operations and maintenance, including the
requirements of the composting regulations, physical contaminants and hazardous materials
recognition and screening, with emphasis on odor impact management and emergency
procedures. The facility operator will have a designated site manager who can perform all the
necessary management functions in the absence of the operator. The facility will be managed to
ensure the presence of at least one individual with management and decision making authority at .
all times: For example, advance scheduling of vacations will take place with the needs of the
facility prioritized.
New employees will receive training specific to odor management and control within 30 days of
employment and annually. thereafter. The facility operator will ensure that all personnel assigned
to the operation are trained in subjects pertinent to operations and maintenance, including the,
requirements of the composting regulations, physical contaminants and hazardous materials
recognition and screening, with emphasis on odor impact management and emergency
procedures. Additional training will take place as processing changes occur or the demand of the
business dictate. A record of all such training will be maintained at the facility office.
All new employees, will also receive Health and Safety training within 30 days of employment
and annually thereafter (including Hazardous Materials Business Plan, Right -to -Know,
Hazardous Communication Program, IIPP, OSHA safety, SWPPP, NPDES & Emergency Action
Plan and Procedures)..
Weather Event Impacts
No unusual or potentially significant weather impacts are believed to exist at this 'site: Moisture
conditioning will be conducted with respect to the time of year and weather forecast (e.g. if
heavy precipitation is expected the moisture content will be raised only to the minimum 45%
level. Table 2 below contains protocols for implementation in the event of weather conditions
that generate, or have the potential to generate, off-site odors.
Utility Service Interruptions
Water requirements vary widely as a function of ambient conditions and the moisture content of
incoming feedstocks. Maximum water demand may be as much as 50,000 gallons per day when the
facility is operating at full capacity. This includes sufficient water to maintain adequate moisture
levels in the active compost and water for dust suppression. Except for process water retained in the
detention basin, additional process water will not be stored on site. The facility will receive its water
from:
a) The South Feather Water & Power District.
b) Oroville Gold will apply for a permit,to drill a new supply well for the composting
facility in the future.
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c) Liquids, if present during the landfill recovery operation of the Oroville Landfill . F
Properties, Inc. WMUs will be used on the compost after meeting the Oroville Landfill
Properties, LP WDR testing requirements. Transfer will be via the facility's water truck..
d) Storm water and leachate retained in the detention basin.
If there is a failure in the water supply, additional process water will be supplied via the proposed ,
well or purchased from the South Feather Water &Power District'and trucked in using the
facility water truck. Any leachate retained in the detention basin may also be used as process,
water. The application of process water to the pile's has the added impact of further aerating the .
liquid thereby helping to further reduce the possibility of odor generation. -
In the event of a short-term power outage, the facility will suspend operations'until power is
restored. Facility personnel will ensure 'a safe closure of the site by escorting members of the
public and other -visitors off site and posting closure notices at the entrance. Once the facility -has'
been secured, personnel will leave the site and the facility operator will ensure the gate has been
closed and locked. In the event of a long-term power outage, the facility will bring in emergency
generators as required to ensure adequate aeration of the leachate pond and any other mitigations
designed to prevent odor generation.
6 OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR;MINIMIZING ODORS '
Aeration Procedures j
Turned windrows'- In accordance with Title 14, Chapter 3. 1, Article .1, Section 17868.3 (b) (3),
active compost windrows shall be maintained under aerobic conditions at a temperature of 55°C ti
(131 ° F) or higher for a pathogen reduction period �of 15 days or longer. During the period when
the compost is'maintained at 55 °'C or higher, the windrows shall be turned (i.e.. mixed and '
aerated) a minimum of 5 times. At least one temperature reading shall be taken each day during
the pathogen reduction period per every 150 feet of windrow, or fraction thereof, or for'every. ,
200 cubic -yards of active compost, or fraction thereof.' The windrows will be turned and °
I moisture will be added as necessary to maintain the composting process. Pr imary composting is
considered complete when internal temperatures have declined below approximately 43°C
(105°F), and remain there even when the compostis aerated andmaintained under'optimum
moisture conditions.
Aerated static piles - Aeration serves to lower excessive temperatures and remove moisture.
During the pathogen reduction process, a temperature range of 55°C (131°F) to 59°C (138°F)
will be maintained in the zone specified in Title 14, Chapter 3.1, Article 1, Section 17869.3
(d)(2)(13)] for 3 days; that is, the aeration system will be activated if the temperature exceeds
59°C and deactivated when the temperature reaches 55°C. After the pathogen'reduction process
has been completed, temperatures will be maintained between 45°C to 59°C in order to
maximize the decomposition rate. At least one temperature reading shall be taken each day
during the pathogen reduction period per every 150 feet of pile, or fraction thereof, or for every
200 cubic* yards of active compost, or fraction thereof; more readings will be taken in cases of
high temperature to ensure the pile is being cooled: Temperature readings in addition to those
required will be taken to measure conditions deeper inside the pile as well. The°decision to'use fi
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either positive or negative pressure will be based on conditions inside the piles as well as
climatic conditions at the facility. For example, if temperatures exceed 59°C deep inside the
pile but are within the above specified limits at the periphery of the pile, positive pressure will be
used; if the periphery of the pile requires more rapid cooling than the core, negative pressure will
be used. The same tactic can be used for controlling moisture as well; any applied aeration will
have a drying effect on the compost. When negative pressure is used, a condensate trap
constructed from a 55 -gallon drum or barrel will be used to accumulate moisture extracted from
the pile. The condensate will then be either reapplied to moisture condition feedstocks or stored
in the detention basin.
Initially, the aeration system will be constructed of perforated piping laid underneath the pile in a
bed of porous material (e.g. wood chips) at approximately 8 -foot intervals; the perforated
interval will be 70 feet in a 90 -foot wide ASP. Typical piping used for this process is 4 -inch
diameter PVC. Each length of pipe will have an individual blower attached for maximum
process control while in the pathogen reduction phase. The typical blowers to be used are 1/3
horsepower with a flow rate of 150 cubic feet per minute at 0.5" of static pressure. These
blowers are small and relatively inexpensive when compared to a large manifolded blower that
would be used for a full-scale automated system, and will be added as production increases. If
negative pressure (suction) is required, each blower will have its own associated condensate trap
and biofilter. The biolfilter will consist of an approximately 2 -cubic yard pile of compost placed
over the exhaust hose from the blower. The compost used for the biofilter will be replaced on a
bi-weekly basis. Blowers and.their associated condensate traps will be moved as needed to
provide aeration; biofilters will, be constructed as needed (Appendix D). A layer of insulating
material, 6-12 inches thick, will be used to cover active compost to minimize the risk of odor
generation. Suitable insulating material includes stabilized compost, compost "overs", and soils.
As a further odor minimization practice, the exhaust from the blowers will be directed through a
biofilter. The biofilter will be made from stabilized compost, finished compost, or soils. In
accordance with Title 14, Chapter 3.1, Article 1, Section 17868.3(b)(3), all active aerated static
compost piles shall be covered with 6 to 12 inches of insulating material, and the active compost
shall be maintained ata temperature of 55° C (131° F) or higher for a pathogen reduction period
of 3 days. Primary composting is considered complete when internal temperatures have declined
below approximately 43°C (1050F),'and remain there even when the compost is aerated and .
maintained under optimum moisture conditions. Residence time in the Aerated Static Pile will
vary depending on the seasonand sales demand but will range from a few days to up to 3
months.
The detention basin aeration system will operate as required to maintain aerobic conditions in the
detention basin (dissolved oxygen concentration > 2 mg/L).
Moisture Management
Most of the material received consists of moisture in the range of 40-60%. The agricultural
materials, namely poultry and cattle manure, may have a moisture content above 50% on receipt.
The green material and food materials may also have higher than 50% moisture content on
receipt. However, the wood waste will be a low moisture material that can be used to aid in
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Initial and final moisture content will be measured accurately by using the following method:
a) Weigh a small container.
b) Weigh 10 g of the material into the container.
c) Dry the sample for 24 hours in a 105-110°C oven.
d) Reweigh the sample, subtract the weight of the container, and determine the moisture content
using the following equation:
Mn - ((W,,, Wd)/W,).x 100
in which:
Mn = moisture content (%) of material n
WW wet weight of the sample, and
Wd = weight of the sample after drying.
Once a mixture is actively composting, a basic squeeze test will be used to determine if there is
sufficient moisture for effective breakdown: a handful of the material will be squeezed tightly in
the fist. The material should feel like a wrung -out sponge, releasing at most only a few drops of
moisture. Moisture content will be monitored weekly and before turning or pile reconstruction
in order to determine if additional moisture is needed; moisture content will be maintained
between 45% and 60% as determined by the method above. Moisture content may be adjusted
by the following methods: addition of either fresh or process water, addition of moister or drier
materials, and aeration (i.e. turning or by use of blowers).
A 45% to 60% moisture content should be maintained year-round; gas -permeable tarps may also
• be employed in the case of extended rainy periods., Excess moisture that drains from the piles or
collects in condensate traps will be collected in the detention basin.
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Feedstock Quality
The quality of the feedstock will be determined by its homogeneity and level of physical
contaminants. A Load Checking Program will be employed at Oroville Gold in accordance with
Title 14 Chapter 3. 1, Article 1 Section 17867(a)(1) -(a)(3) to prevent the delivery and acceptance
of prohibited materials. The. Load Checking Program is -included as Appendix C of this RCSI.
In addition to the formal load checking provisions, loads are also closely scrutinized by the
operators of the grinder, and screen, as well as by site personnel trained in hazardous materials
recognition to identify materials that may harm the equipment, or human health and safety and
the environment. This provision indirectly provides another level of screening to identify and
remove any prohibited materials that may be delivered to the.facility.
A minimum of one percent of daily incoming green material or at least one truck per day,
whichever is greater, will be inspected visually. If a visual load check indicatesa contamination
level greater than 1.0 percent, a representative sample will be taken, physical contaminants will
be collected and weighed, and the percentage of physical contaminants determined. The load
will be rejected and unloading will not be allowed if physical contaminants are greater than 1.0
percent of total weight. The material will then. be backhauled to the originator. Specific training
criteria for staff undertaking the load check are described in the Load Checking Program.
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Should physical contaminants, including hazardous waste materials, be inadvertently received on
site, they will be immediately returned to the generator,. if possible. If the generator of the
material is unknown, the material will be placed in a covered prohibited material bins in the. .
hazardous or non -hazardous waste storage locations (Figure 3). The hazardous waste storage
location will be covered and secured and located on an impermeable surface with a containment
berm. The non -hazardous waste storage will be on an impermeable surface and secured. The
Facility Operator will arrange for appropriate disposal on a weekly basis of prohibited materials
and any incidental hazardous waste or materials by an appropriately licensed hauler. The
licensed hauler will dispose of the material at an appropriate licensed disposal facility which
accepts the. material in question.
The timeframe for feedstock materials to be incorporated will be based on their tendency to
putresce and create odors; Oroville Gold's policy will be to process and. incorporate any,
feedstocks before any offensive odors develop regardless of the class of feedstock.
Pad Maintenance
The pad.will be subject to ongoing inspection and maintenance as necessary in order to avoid
any pooling of water which in turn may generate odors. Any significant cracks will be repaired
to prevent material build up. Facility employees will also be trained in good housekeeping
methods to ensure that the pad is clean and any stray material removed and returned to the
composting process. Any ponded liquid will immediately be absorbed with wood chips or other
low-moisture;feedstocks and returned to the Turned Windrows or Aerated Static Piles. •
Detention Basin Controls
The detention basin aeration system will operate as.required to maintain aerobic conditions in the
detention basin (dissolved oxygen concentration > 2 mg/L). Two feet or more of freeboard will
be maintained in the detention basin.
Storage Practices
The overall size of the facility is approximately 68.7. acres. Around 25 acres will be dedicated to
active composting operations. A separate stockpile and retail sales area, approximately 6 acres in
size will be located in the south west corner of the facility immediately next to the site entrance
(Figure 3). The area has a maximum storage capacity of 47,000 cubic yards of finished compost.
Oroville Gold will be handling a total estimated daily tonnage of 531 tons of feedstocks once the
facility is at full capacity. This in turn means that over the course of the facility's 264 operating
days per year, approximately 140,000 tons of material will be received. Assuming a volume
reduction of approximately 80%; this will generate 28,000 tons (56,000,000 lbs) of compost. The
quoted CIWMB conversion factor for compost is 800 lbs/cubic yard. Therefore, Oroville Gold
LLC will generate 70,000 cubic yards of compost per year.
Assuming steady state operation (5 cubic yards of material in to 1 cubic yard of material out), the
maximum production capacity of the OG compost facility is the import of approximately
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438,000 cubic yards of feedstock material per year, resulting in the production of approximately
88,000 cubic yards per year of compost. If the entire 11 acres were dedicated to the more space -
efficient ASP method, the maximum production capacity:would increase to an import of
approximately 600,000 cubic yards of feedstock material per year, with the resultant production
of approximately 120,000 cubic yards per year of compost.
A list of materials that may be used in the composting process and may be present on site, along
with their storage method, location, and timeline is presented in . All stockpiles will be covered
as necessary. All feedstocks and amendments will be stored and handled in a manner that will
prevent any adverse public health/well-being conditions as specified in Title 14, Section 17823.
Estimated Maximum Estimated
Stockpile Dimension Maximum
Method of (length x base x Quantity Kept Storage
Material Storage height at peak) Locatinn Onsite Timeline
turned windrows
windrows
200'L x 15'13 x 6'H .
TW
10,000 tons
3 months
aerated static piles
ASPS
7001 x 90'13 x 8'H
ASP
25,000 tons-
3 months
finished compost
stockpile
500'L x 125'13 x 20'H
FM
19,000 tons
8 months
wood waste
stockpile
300'L x 80'13 x 20'H
SAA .
3000 tons
indefinite
cattle manure
stockpile
1201 x 30'B x 15'H
SAA
700 tons
2 weeks
poultry manure
stockpile
601 x 30'13 x 15'H
SAA
350 tons
1 week
green waste
stockpile
5001 x 40'13 x 20'H
SAA
2000 tons
1 month
residential food waste
stockpile/bins
35'L x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA'-
106 tons
2 days
commercial food waste
stockpile/bins
120'L x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
426 tons
2 days
lime
stockpile
201 x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
clean soils
stockpile
201 x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
clay
stockpile
201 x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
blood meal
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4'13 x 6'H/pallet •
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
dolomitic limestone
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4'13 x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
KZMg(SO4)Z
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4'13 x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
zinc sulfate
barrels or
pallets
41 x 4B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
fish emulsion
palleted tank
4'L x 4'13 x 6'H/ al let
SAA
20 tons
six months
fish meal
barrels or.
pallets
41 x 4'B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
greensand
barrels or
pallets
4'L x 4'B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
gypsum
stockpile
20'L x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
hoof and horn meal
barrels or
pallets
4'L x 4'B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
kelp meal
barrels or
pallets
4'L x 4'B x 6'H/pallet
SAA
20 tons
indefinite
rock phosphate.
stockpile
20'L x 20'13 x 10'H
SAA
100 tons
indefinite
SAA = stockpile -amendment area
TW = turned windrow area
ASP = aerated static pile area
FM = finished material area
It is not anticipated there will be any seasonal or weather-related adjustment to pile geometry due
to the relatively low level of precipitation in the Oroville area (an average of 26.8 inches of
precipitation annually).
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Contingency Plans
The facility will initiate operations using common material handling equipment (primarily front-
end loaders), which is easily replaced by locally available rental equipment in case of equipment.
failure. .
If there is a failure in the water supply, additional process water will be supplied via the proposed
well or purchased from the. South Feather Water & Power District and trucked in using the
facility water truck. Any leachate retained in the detention basin may also be used as process
water. The application of process water to the piles has the added impact of further aerating the,
liquid thereby helping to further reduce the possibility of odor generation.
In the event of a short-term power outage, the facility will suspend operations until power is
restored. Facility personnel will ensure a safe closure of the site .by escorting members of the
public and other visitors off site and posting closure notices at the entrance. Once the facility has
been secured, personnel will leave the site and the facility operator will ensure the gate has been
closed and locked. In the event of a long-term power outage, the facility will bring in emergency
generators as.required to ensure adequate aeration of the detention, basin and any other
mitigations designed to prevent odor generation.
All employees will be cross -trained to ensure the facility always has staff available to perform all
key functions of the operations. The facility operator will have a designated site manager who
can perform all the necessary management functions in.the absence of the operator. The facility •
will be managed to ensure the presence of at least one individual with management and decision
making authority at all times. For example, advance scheduling of vacations will take place.with
the needs of the facility prioritized.
On-the-job training will take place when an employee f rst joins the facility. The facility operator
will ensure that all personnel assigned to the operation are trained in subjects pertinent to .
operations and maintenance, including the requirements of the composting regulations, physical
contaminants and hazardous materials recognition and screening, with emphasis on odor impact
management and emergency procedures. Additional training will take place as processing
changes occur or the demand of the business dictate. A record of all such training will be
maintained at the facility office.
All facility employees will also be trained pursuant to the facility's Hazardous Materials
Management Plan and all other applicable health. and safety regulations.
Biofiltration
When negative pressure (suction) is used to aerate the ASPs, the blowers will have their own
associated condensate trap and biofilter. The biofilter will consist'of an approximately 2 -cubic
yard pile of compost placed over the exhaust hose from the blower. The compost used for the
biofilter will be replaced on a bi-weekly basis. Blowers and their associated condensate traps will
be moved as needed to provide aeration; biofilters will be constructed as needed
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Load -Enclosure / Tarping
Any potentially odiferous materials that arrive on site and cannot be immediately incorporated
into the compost process will be either covered with tarps, wood waste, ground green material, or
finished compost to prevent the generation of odors.
Tarps may also be employed to prevent the -over-saturation of Turned Windrows and Aerated
Static Piles in the wet season. Materials that have a high potential to generate odors, for example
poultry manure, will be transported in appropriately sealed and enclosed trucks. For repeat
haulers, Oroville Gold will insist on all loads being tarped as they are transported to the facility.
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Ms. M. Winslow
Butte County Public Health
Environmental Health Department
202 Mira Loma Drive
Oroville, CA 95965 ;
Mr. V. Severin
Butte County Public Health
Environmental Health Department
202 Mira Loma Drive
Oroville, CA 95965-
Mr.
5965Mr. T: Snellings
Butte County Planning
7 County Center Drive "
Oroville, CA 95965
Mr. N. Yeates
California Integrated Waste Management Board`
Permitting and LEA Support Division
10011 Street •
P.O. Box. 4025
Sacramento, CA 95812-4025
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TABLE 2 - SOURCES OF ODOR AND POSSIBLE MANAGEMENT
TECHNIQUES
Odor Source Location
Possible Cause
Management Approach
Receiving; Unloading and
Manure/ammonia odor at receipt.
1. Immediately incorporate into turned
Storage
windrows after receipt.
2. Build wiridrows or static piles in a
Agricultural Materials -
manner that ensures blending and
Poultry and Cattle Manure
covers manure.
3. Clean aisles of spilled material.
4. Cover wet areas with bulking agent.
5. Scrape and incorporate the saturated
bulking material into the windrows or
ASPs.
6. Manure not intended for immediate
incorporation into windrow to be
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immediately covered with bulking
agent
7. Poultry Manure - Maximum storage
time of 7 days. when stockpiled and
covered with ground green material or
wood waste before removal from site.
8. Cattle Manure - Maximum storage
time of 14 days when stockpiled and
covered with ground green material or
wood waste before removal from site.
Receiving, Unloading and
Occasionally foul anaerobic odor
1. Grind as soon as possible with
Storage
at receipt (particularly during wet
coarse carbonaceous material.
weather periods).
2. If unable to grind quickly, any
Curbside green materials
anaerobic green materials should be
buried in the grinding pile to prevent
odor emission.
3. Material is stockpiled for use and
has a maximum storage time of 7 days
before incorporation in the composting
process or removal from site.
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Receiving, Unloading and
Occasionally foul anaerobic odor -
1. Increase or decrease the ratio of
Storage
at receipt (particularly during wet
coarse carbonaceous material -to green
weather periods)
waste, according to the relative food
waste content of the green waste to.,
Food Materials, collected
maintain a C:N ration of 30:1.
via green material. bins
2. Grind as soon as possible with
coarse carbonaceous material.
3. If unable to grind quickly, any
anaerobic green/food materials should
be buried in the grinding pile to
prevent odor emission.
4. Clean up any spills and return to
pile, burying as necessary. I-
5. Cover with gas-permeable.tarp as
necessary to prevent further saturation
from precipitation and the creation of
anaerobic conditions..
Receiving, Unloading and
Occasionally foul sulfur/ammonia
1. Grind with green material 'and
Storage
odor at receipt
incorporate into windrows as soon as
possible.
Separate Food Materials,
2. Clean aisles of spilled material.
including restaurant food
3. Cover wet areas with bulking agent,
and event food
e.g. wood chips or wood waste.
4. Scrape and incorporate the saturated
bulking material into the windrows or
ASPS.
5. Food materials not intended for
immediate incorporation into the
windrows or static piles should be
covered with 6"or more.of bulking
agent or tarped before end of day.
6. Maximum storage time of 2 days
when stockpiled and covered with
ground green material or wood waste
before incorporation into compost piles
or removal from site.
Receiving, Unloading and
Long retention time
1. Incorporate ground material more.
Storage
frequently into the composting process.
2. Increase use of static pile's which
All materials.
have greater capacity.
3. If no other options exist, slow down
receipt of green, food or agricultural
materials to align more closely with
production schedule.
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Aisles /Access Roads
Storm water allowed to pond in
1. Absorb ponded water. with wood
improperly graded areas
chips and add to windrows or ASPs.
2. Fill depressions as part of regular
maintenance/housekeeping.
3. Improve grading and/or drainage
control.
Aisles / Access Roads
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Unprocessed material in aisles
1. Clean aisles of spilled material and
treat with carbon source, returning to
newly constructed windrows or static
piles.
1. Turn in order to reduce moisture and
Feedstock
Ammonia odor (high nitrogen
introduce oxygen if the pile is too
Stockpiles/Turned
level)
moist.
Windrow Composting
2. Mix in additional carbonaceous
material such as wood waste or wood
chips to achieve a C:N of 30:1.
3. Cover with finished compost.
Feedstock
Sulfur Odor (anaerobic
1. Increase turning frequency.
Stockpiles/Turned
conditions) E
2. Adiust moisture content to between
Windrow Composting
45% to 60%.
3. Add bulking agent, e.g. wood chips
or wood waste
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Ammonia odor (high nitrogen
level)
1. Rebuild piles incorporating more
carbonaceous material to achieve a
C:N of 30:1.
2. Use negative aeration (suction) and
filter exhaust with biofilter.
3. Cover with finished compost.
Aerated Static Piles
Sulfur Odor (anaerobic
1. All static piles.will be covered with
conditions)
a 6-12" layer of insulating material
(stabilized compost, compost "overs",
or soils) and the aeration system will
include a biofilter.
1 Prevent anaerobic conditions by.
actively maintaing moisture content
between 45% and 60%, oxygen content
above 10%, and temperature between
55°C and 59°C during pathogen
reduction, and between 45°C and 59°C
thereafter.
3. Increase blower time to reduce
moisture and increase available oxygen
or reduce blower time to increase
moisture and decrease available
oxygen, as conditions dictate.
4. Cover with gas -permeable tarps to
prevent over -saturation.
Curing Piles,/ Product
Odors present at time of loading
1. Decomposition- not complete, return
Storage Areas
(with temperatures above 105T)
compost to processing area for
completion of composting process.
2. For material still in windrows or
static piles, increase processing time
prior to moving to curing piles or
product storage.
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APPENDIX A
WINDR
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,Average Wind Direction`Per Month
(based on a 10 year period from 1992-2002)
AVERAGE
MONTH
WIND DIRECTION
(1992-2002)
JAN
SSE
FEB
SSE
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MAR
SSE
APR
SSE
MAY
SSE
JUN
SSE
JUL
SSE t
AUG
SSE '
SEP
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OCT
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NOV
SSE
DEC
SSE
ANN
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SCALE:
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS
AVERAGE_ WIND DIRECTION PER MONTH OVER A TEN YEAR PERIOD (1992-2002)
(No Scale)
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AVERAGE AVERAGE WIND SPEED AVERAGE PRECIPITATION
MONTH
WIND DIRECTION IN MPH
ININCHES
(1992-2002) (1996-2006)
(1953-2007)
JAN
SSE 5.9
5.53
FEB
SSE 7.0.
4.77
MAR
SSE 7.2
4.10
APR
SSE 7.7
2.21
MAY
SSE 7.1
1.02
JUN
SSE 7.0
0.37
JUL
SSE 6.4
0.04
AUG
SSE 5.9
0.16
SEP
E 5.6
0.38
OCT
E 5.5
1.57
NOV
SSE 5.5
3.66
DEC
SSE 6.6
4.86
ANN
SSE 6.4
28.67
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Wind speed:.
http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/htmlfiles/westwind.final.html
Precipitation: http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?ca6521
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Record of Complaint
Date and Time Complaint Received:
Complainant:
Intake and Investigation%
Was the odor detected at off site receptor verified. as coming from Oroville Gold?
Actions Taken in Response at Oroville Gold Facility.
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Follow Up with Complainant -(telephone call, visit etc.) & information provided:'
Reviewed. and Approved by Site Manager or Operator:
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Appendix G
Oroville Landfill Properties Class III Wood
Waste Landfill, Order No. R5-2007-0042.
CALIFORNIA REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD
CENTRAL VALLEY, REGION
ORDER NO: R5-2007-0042
WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS,
FOR
OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES, OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES LLC,
JACK M. STEEBLES LLC,
CAROL ANN SEIDENGLANZ LLC, AND STEVEN CONN SEIDENGLANZ LLC
FOR
CLEAN -CLOSURE OF
OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES CLASS III WOOD WASTE LANDFILL
BUTTE COUNTY
The California Regional Water Quality Control Board, Central Valley. Region, (hereafter
Regional Board) finds that:
1. Oroville Landfill Properties, Oroville Landfill Properties LLC, .Jack M. Steebles LLC, Carol
Ann Seidenglanz LLC, and Steven Conn Seidenglanz LLC (hereafter Discharger) own a
Class III landfill located about three miles south of Oroville; in the southwest % of Section
29 and the southeast'/4 of Section 30, T19N, R4E, MDB&M, as shown in Attachment A,
• which is incorporated herein and made part of this Order.
2. The 105 acre facility consists of three existing unlined waste management units (Unit)
covering approximately 27.5 acres, as shown in'Attachment B, which is incorporated herein
and made part of this Order. The facility is comprised of Assessor Parcel Numbers (APNs)
078-100-015, 078-100-046, and 078-090-014. APNs 078-100-047 and 035-470-012 were
also included as being partof the facility 'in previous waste discharge requirements.
However, the Discharger has shown that no waste disposal activities occurred on the latter
two parcels, so they have been removed from the requirements in this Order.
3. APNs 078-100-015 and 078-090-014 are owned by Oroville Landfill Properties. Jack M.
Steebles LLC, Carol Ann Seidenglanz LLC, and Steven Conn Seidenglanz LLC.
APN 078-100-046 is owned by Oroville Landfill Properties LLC, Jack M. Steebles LLC,
Carol Ann Seidenglanz LLC, and Steven Conn Seidenglanz LLC.
4. On 28 September 1990, the Regional Board issued Order No. 90-266, in which the facility,
was classified as a Class III waste disposal site for the,discharge of wood wastes and ash
in accordance with the regulations in effect when the Order was issued. Waste Discharge
Requirements Order No. R5-2005-0027 was issued on 27 January 2005 and required the
Discharger to close (cap wastes in place) or clean -close (excavate and- remove all residual
wastes) the three existing Units.' This Order su,percedes all previous Orders and allows for
clean -closure of the three existing Units.
WASTE DISCHARGE REQUIREMENTS ORDER NO. R5-2007-0042 -2-
OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES, ET AL.
FOR CLEAN -CLOSURE OF
OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES CLASS III WOOD WASTE LANDFILL
BUTTE COUNTY '
5... Section 21090(f) of Title 27 California Code of Regulations (hereafter Title 27 or 27 CCR)
states in part, "The purpose of clean=closure is to render the landfill (including all
surrounding environs contaminated by waste released from the landfill) no longer capable
of posing a threat to water quality."
SITE DESCRIPTION
6. The landfill is located along the eastern margin of the Sacramento Valley approximately
-one mile east of the Feather River. The area is characterized by rolling foothills grading
eastward into the steeper flanks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and westward toward the
flat expanse of the valley floor.
7. The previous site owner, Louisiana -'Pacific Corporation, planted eucalyptus trees and
spread sawdust from their mill operations along the south and east sides of the landfill
property on parcel numbers APN 078-100-015, APN 078-100-046, and APN 078-090-014.
After initial placement of the sawdust mulch, leachate consisting primarily of tannins and
lignins was generated from the decomposing wood wastes and had the potential to enter
storm water drainage courses. The Discharger constructed Pond 7 in the southeast corner
of APN 078-090-014 to capture leachate laden storm water. The Discharger has requested
to remove APN 078-090-014 from these waste discharge requirements. However, before
• APN 078-090-014 is removed from the waste discharge requirements. the Discharger will
need to demonstrate that residual wastes, which may be present on the parcel, pose no
threat to water quality.
8. Four major geologic units have been identified beneath the site. The units that have been
identified from the top of the meta -volcanic bedrock to the ground surface are the Ione
Formation, the Merhten Formation, the Nomlaki Tuff, and the Laguna Formation. With the
exception of the volcanic Nomlaki Tuff, the units are composed of Cenozoic flood deposits
from the current and ancestral Feather River System. The Laguna and Merhten
Formations contain water bearing sands.and gravels that are commonly separated.by
interbedded clayey aquitards.
9. The closest Holocene fault is the Cleveland Hill, Fault located approximately seven miles
southeast of the facility. The maximum credible earthquake is estimated to be a ML = 6.
The peak horizontal acceleration at the site,'considering the maximum credible.earthquake,
is approximately, 0.3g.
10. Land uses within 1,000 feet of the facility are zoned industrial.
11. The climate in the, Oroville area is dry with hot summers and mild winters. The facility
receives a mean annual rainfall of 29 inches With nearly 90 percent occurring between
November and April. The average annual evaporation is approximately 68 inches. '
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12. The 100 -year, 24-hour precipitation event is estimated to be 5.51 inches, based on
Department of Water Resources' Bulletin'No. 195 entitled Rainfall Analysis for Drainage
Design Volume 11 Long -Duration Precipitation Frequency Data, dated October 1976.
13. The waste management facility is not within a 100 -year flood plain.
WASTE AND SITE CLASSIFICATION
14. The Discharger purchased the site in September 2002. The previous owner, Louisiana-
Pacific Corporation, discharged wood wastes to Units 1 and 2, and ash from a wood -fired
cogeneration facility to Unit 4. Unit 3 was sited, but never received waste. Unit 1 stopped
receiving wastes in 1988 and Unit 2 stopped receiving wastes in 2001.
15. Chemical constituents found in the wood waste at the facility that have the potential to
affect the quality of waters of the State include pentachlorophenol (PCP), formaldehyde,
_ polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons '(PAHs), tannins, and lignins. Formaldehyde' in the
waste originated from the Louisiana-Pacific Corporation hardboard facility, which used a
,urea -formaldehyde glue. PAH compounds encountered in the waste may be from water
flowing from the adjacent Koppers wood -treating facility or associated with ash that was
previously disposed in the landfill. Tannins and lignins are normal decomposition products
of wood waste. None of the above constituents have been detected in groundwater
beneath the site in concentrations that affect beneficial uses.
SURFACE AND GROUND WATER CONDITIONS
16. The Water Quality Control Plan for the Sacramento River and San Joaquin River Basins,
Fourth Edition (hereafter Basin Plan), designates beneficial uses, establishes water quality
objectives, and contains implementation plans and, policies for all waters of the Basin.
17. Surface drainage is to intermittent drainage courses north and west of the facility, which are
tributary to the Feather River in the Lower Feather River Hydrologic Area (515.40) of the
Sacramento Hydrologic Basin. The Feather River is, located approximately one mile west
of the site.
18. The designated beneficial uses of the Feather River, as specified in the Basin Plan, are
municipal and agricultural -supply, water contact and non -water contact recreation, warm
and cold fresh water habitat, warm and cold freshwater fish migration, warm and cold
freshwater fish spawning habitat, wildlife habitat, and groundwater recharge.
19. The first encountered groundwater is about 75'to 140 feet below the native ground surface.
Groundwater elevations range from 126 feet MSL to 177 feet MSL.
20. Monitoring data indicates background groundwater quality has an electrical conductivity
• (EC) ranging between 325 and 525 micromhos/cm and a total, dissolved solids (TDS)
concentration ranging between 163 and 300 mg/I.
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21.The direction of groundwater flow is toward the southwest. The.groundwater gradient
measured during first quarter 2004 was 0.01 feet per foot.
22.The designated beneficial uses of the groundwater, as specified in the Basin Plan, are
domestic and municipal supply, agricultural supply, industrial service supply, and industrial
process supply.
SURFACE AND GROUND WATER MONITORING
23'. The current groundwater monitoring system includes four monitoring wells, LF -1A, LF 2,
LF-4,.and LF -5. Three additional monitoring wells (LF -1, LF -3, and W-2) have previously
been included in the groundwater monitoring network. However, these wells are no longer
used in the current monitoring system. Monitoring well LF -1 was replaced by monitoring
well LF -1A in August 2000 due to an improper screen interval and low groundwater yield. It
has been reported that monitoring well LF -3 was abandoned after Unit 1 ceased accepting
wastes. Monitoring well W-2 was installed in June 1988 by the United States.
Environmental Protection Agency as part of the soil and groundwater. investigation at the
Koppers Superfund Site located adjacent to the former Louisiana-Pacific Corporation mill.
It has been reported that monitoring well W-2 was abandoned after the site investigation
Was completed, but data.demonstrating proper destruction of the well has not been
provided. All remaining monitoring wells will be abandoned at abandoned of the clean -
closure project after the Discharger demonstrates that residual wastes left at the site pose
no threat to water quality
24. Monitoring well LF -1A was installed in August 2000.and is located north and hydraulically
upgradient of Unit 1. The total depth of well LF71A is 138 feet with a screen interval
between 115 and 135 feet below ground surface (bgs). Monitoring well LF -2 was installed
in June 1987 and is located near the southwest corner and hydraulically downgradient of
Unit 2. The total depth of well LF -2 is 162 feet with a screen interval between 138 and
158 feet bgs. Monitoring.well LF -4 was installed in June 1987 and -is located just south and
hydraulically down or cross gradient of Unit 1. The total depth of well LF -4 is 160 feet with
a screen interval between 129 and 159 feet bgs. Monitoring well LF -5 was installed in June
1987 and is located just south and hydraulically downgradient of Unit 2. The total depth of
well LF -5 is 169 feet with a screen interval between 138 and 168 feet bgs.
25. Three unlined storm water detention basins exist at the site. Pond 1 is located at the
northwest corner of Unit 1, Pond 5 is located at the western edge of Unit 2, and Pond 7 is
located at the southeast corner of the facility. Surface drainage from the site and Units
drains toward these three ponds. Once the storm water level in .the ponds reaches a
specific depth, water discharges off site to surface drainage courses and toward the
Feather River. A leachate seep has occasionally appeared at the northwest corner of Unit
1, just above Pond 1. Surface water quality monitoring is required pursuant to this Order
and the Surface Water Detection Monitoring Program satisfies the requirements of Title 27.
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26. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are often detected in a release from a landfill. Since
volatile organic compounds are not naturally occurring and thus have no background value,
they are not amenable to the statistical analysis procedures contained in Title 27 CCR for
the determination of a release of wastes from a Unit.
27. Title 27 CCR Sections 20415(e)(8) and (9) provide for the non -statistical evaluation of
monitoring data that will provide the best assurance of the earliest possible detection of a
release from a Unit in accordance. with Title 27 CCR Section 20415(b)(1)(B)2.-4. However,
Title 27 CCR does not specify a specific method for non -statistical evaluation of monitoring
data.
28. The Regional Board may specify a non -statistical data analysis method pursuant to. Title 27
CCR Section 20080(a)(1). Section 13360(a)(1) of the California Water Code allows the
Regional Board to specify requirements to protect underground or surface waters from
leakage from a solid waste site, which includes a method to provide the best assurance of
determining the earliest possible detection of a release.
29. In order to provide the best assurance of the earliest possible detection of a release of non -
naturally occurring waste constituents from a Unit, this Order.specifies a non -statistical
method for the evaluation of monitoring data.
30. The specified non -statistical method for evaluation of monitoring data provides two criteria
(or triggers) for making the determination that there has been a release of non -naturally
occurring waste constituents from a Unit. The presence of two non -naturally occurring
waste constituents above their respective method detection limit (MDL), or one non -
naturally occurring waste constituent detected above its practical quantitation limit (PQL),
indicates that a release of waste from a Unit has occurred. Following an indication of a
release, verification testing will be conducted to determine whether there has been a
release from the Unit, or there is a source of the detected constituents other than the
landfill, or the detection was a false detection. Although the detection of one non -naturally
occurring waste constituent above its MDL is sufficient to provide for the earliest possible
detection of a release, the detection of two non -naturally occurring waste constituents
above the MDL as a trigger is appropriate due to the higher risk of false -positive analytical
results and the corresponding increase in sampling and analytical expenses from the use of
one non -naturally occurring waste constituent above its.MDL as a trigger.
FINANCIAL ASSURANCES
31.The Discharger submitted updated Closure and Post -Closure Maintenance Cost Estimates
dated 13 July 2006. Costs for closure were estimated to be $1,602,376.00 and costs for 30
years of post -closure maintenance were estimated to be $1,427,21.8.00. The cost
estimates included a Professional Certification 'for Initial Closure and Post -Closure
• Maintenance Costs dated 13 July 2006, which was signed and stamped by the
Discharger's consultant, a- Registered Professional Engineer. The Discharger and the
Regional Water Board are currently engaged in negotiations regarding the amount of
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financial assurances described herein. These negotiations may result in the financial
assurances being adjusted accordingly.
32. The Discharger established a Letter of Credit dated 29 September 2006 in the amount of
$3,133,494.00 to cover closure and post -closure maintenance costs. .
33. The Discharger submitted an 8 April .2004 cost estimate for initiating and completing
corrective action for all known or reasonably foreseeable releases from the landfill. The
foreseeable release scenario that was used to develop the cost estimate involves
corrective action associated with leachate seeps at the landfill. surface and potential
assessment of groundwater impacts. The 8 April 2004 corrective action cost estimate is
$103,900.00. This estimate has not been increased to reflect inflation factors since its
initial development. Additionally, the Discharger has not demonstrated financial
assurances for initiating and completing corrective action in the amount of the approved
cost estimate, pursuant to Section 22221 of Title 27.
34. Section 22236 of Title 27 requires the Discharger to submit a report by 1 June of each
year calculating the increase in the cost estimates for closure and/or post -closure
maintenance and/or corrective action due to the inflation factor for the previous calendar
year. The Discharger must increase the monetary amount of the financial mechanism(s)
based upon the inflation factor.
.LANDFILL CLOSURE
35.This landfill isnot yet closed. The current Discharger has never disposed wastes at the
site. The last receipt of waste at the site was to Unit 2 during second quarter of 2001.
Several leachate seeps at the northwest corner of Unit 1 have been observed during
previous wet weather seasons. Low concentrations of pentachlorophenol. and
formaldehyde were detected in storm water ponds at the site, including Pond 1 located
below the leachate seep locations, during.2003 and 2004.
36. In accordance with Title 27 CCR Section 20950(a)(2)(A)(1), the goal of closure
Performance Standards includes, but is not limited to, installation of a final cover to
minimize water infiltration into the waste, thereby minimizing the production of leachate and
gas.
37. In accordance with Title 27 CCR Section 20950(a)(2)(13), the goal of closure Performance
Standards for Units that are clean -closed is to physically remove all waste and
contaminated materials from the Unit and from its underlying and surrounding environs,
such that the waste in the Unit no longer poses a threat to water quality. Successful
completion of clean -closure eliminates the need for any. post -closure maintenance period.
38.,The Discharger submitted a.revised Report of Waste Discharge (ROWD) for Clean -Closure
of the Oroville Landfill Properties Class III Wood Waste Landfill dated 20 December 2006.
In the ROWD, the Discharger proposes to excavate wood wastes from Units 1 and 2,
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process and separate the wastes from cover soils on-site, and then haul the recovered
wood waste to a facility approved.by the Executive Officer for re -use or disposal. The
Discharger also proposes to excavate wood ash from Unit 4 and haul the materials to
agricultural lands for use as a soil amendment.
39. This Order allows the Discharger to proceed with clean -closure actions in accordance with
Section 21090(f) of Title 27, the 20. December 2006 revised ROWD, and the requirements.
of these waste discharge requirements and the attached monitoring and reporting program.
CEQA AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
40. The action to revise waste discharge requirements for this existing facility is exempt from
the provisions of the.California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resource Code
Section 21000, et seq., and the CEQA guidelines, in accordance with Title 14 CCR,
.Section 1530.1.
41. This Order implements:
a., The Water Quality Control Plan for the Sacramento River and San Joaquin River
Basins, Fourth Edition (and subsequent revisions);
• b. The prescriptive standards and performance goals of Chapters 1 through 7,
Subdivision 1, Division 2, Title 27 CCR, effective 18 July 1997, and subsequent
revisions;
c. The Porter -Cologne Water Quality Control Act (as amended 1 January 2004 and
subsequent revisions); and
d. State Water Resources Control Board Resolution No. 68-16, Statement of Policy
With Respect to Maintaining. High Quality of Waters in California.
42. Section 13267(b) of California Water Code provides that: "In conducting an investigation
specified in subdivision (a), the Regional Board may require that any person who has
discharged, discharges, or is suspected of discharging, or who proposed to discharge
within its region, or any citizen or domiciliary, or political agency or entity of this state who
had discharged, discharges, or is suspected of discharging, or who proposed to discharge
waste outside of its region that could affect the quality of the waters of the state within its
region shall furnish, under penalty of perjury, technical or monitoring program reports which
the board requires. The burden, including costs of these reports, shall bear a reasonable
relationship to the need for the reports and the benefits to be obtained from the reports.
The monitoring and reporting program required by this Order and the attached "Monitoring
and Reporting Program No. R5-2007-0042" are, necessary to. assure compliance with these
• waste discharge requirements. The Discharger owns and operates the facility that
discharges the waste subject to this Order.
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PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS
43. All local agencies with jurisdiction to -regulate land use,, solid waste disposal, .*air pollution,
and to protect public health have -approved the use of this site for the discharges of waste
to. land stated. herein. No local agency has expressed any concern regarding clean -closure
of the Units at the landfill.
44. The Regional Board notified the Discharger and interested agencies and persons of its
intent to prescribe waste discharge requirements for the clean -closure project, and has
provided them with an opportunity for a public hearing and an opportunity to submit their
written views and recommendations.
45. The Regional Board, in a public meeting, heard and considered all comments pertaining to
the discharge.
46. Any person affected by this action of the Regional Board may petition the State Water
Resources Control Board to review the action in accordance.with Sections 2050 through
2068, Title 23, California Code of Regulations. The.petition must be received by the State
Water Resources Control Board, .Office. of Chief Counsel, P.O. Box 100, Sacramento,
California 95812, within 30 days of the date of issuance of this Order. Copies of the laws
and regulations applicable to the filing of a petition are available on the Internet at
http://www.swrcb.ca.gov/water laws/index.html and will be provided on request.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED, pursuant to Sections 13263 and 13267 of the California Water
Code, that Order No. R5-2005-0027 is rescinded, and Oroville Landfill Properties, Oroville
Landfill Properties LLC, Jack M. Steebles LLC, Carol Ann Seidenglanz LLC, and Steven Conn
Seidenglanz LLC, its agents, successors, and assigns, in order to meet the provisions of
Division 7 of the California Water Code and the regulations adopted thereunder, shall comply
with the following:
A. PROHIBITIONS
1. The discharge of 'hazardous waste' or 'designated waste' to any part of this facility is
prohibited. For the purposes of this Order, the term 'hazardous waste' is as defined in
-Title 23 CCR, Section 2510 et seq., and 'designated waste' is as defined in
Title 27 CCR.
2. The discharge of waste to any Unit is prohibited, with the exception of temporary
storage of materials recovered during clean -closure activities at Units 1, 2, and 4.
3. The discharge of wastes outside of a Unit or portions of a Unit specifically designed for
their containment is prohibited.
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4. Any waste that has been discharged at this site or recovered as part of the landfill
clean -closure activities shall not cause a release, of pollutants, or waste constituents in
a manner that could cause a condition of nuisance, degradation, contamination, or
Pollution of groundwater or surface water to occur,. as indicated ,by the most
appropriate statistical or nonstatistical data analysis method and retest method listed
in this Order, the Monitoring and Reporting Program, or the Standard Provisions and
Reporting Requirements.
5. .. The discharge of solid or liquid waste or leachate to surface waters, surface water
.drainage courses,* or groundwater is prohibited.
6. Waste that has been discharged at this site shall not cause an increase in the
concentration of waste constituents, in soil -pore gas, soil-pore.liquid, soil, or other
geologic materials outside of the Unit if such waste constituents could migrate to
waters of the State — in either the liquid or the gaseous phase — and cause a
condition of nuisance, degradation, contamination, or pollution.
7. Clean -closure operations shall be managed: so that nuisance conditions, including
offensive odors, off-site noise impacts, off-site lighting impacts, fugitive dust, traffic
congestion, etc., are not.created. Complaints regarding nuisance conditions may
require modification of clean -closure site operation activities.
B. FACILITY SPECIFICATIONS
1. The Discharger shall, in a timely manner, ,remove and relocate any waste
discharged at this facility in violation of this Order.
2. The Discharger shall immediately notify.the Regional Board of any flooding,
unpermitted discharge of waste off-site, equipment failure, slope failure, or other
change in site conditions that could impair the integrity of waste or leachate
containment facilities or precipitation and drainage control structures.
3. Water used for facility maintenance shall be limited, to the minimum amount
necessary for dust control and construction.
4. The Discharger shall maintain in good working order any facility, control system,` or
monitoring device installed to achieve compliance with the waste discharge
requirements.
5. Methane and other landfill gases shall be; adequately vented, removed from the Unit,
or otherwise controlled to prevent the danger of adverse health effects, nuisance .
conditions, or the impairment of beneficial uses of surface water or groundwater due
• to migration through the unsaturated zone.
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6. Surface drainage within the waste management facility shall be directed to one of
three storm water detention basins. Additional surface water detention or retention
basins maybe necessaryas clean -closure activities proceed. Each detention basin
shall be operated and maintained to minimize vectors and odors. A freeboard of at
least two feet shall be maintained in each detention basin at all times.
7. The Discharger shall maintain a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and
Monitoring Program and Reporting Requirements that is site specific and addresses
clean -closure of landfill Units in accordance with State Water Resources Control
Board Order No. 97-03-DWQ and subsequent replacement Orders. Any storm
water discharge off site shall be done in accordance with applicable storm water
regulations and Monitoring and Reporting Program No. R5-2007-0042..
8. The Discharger shall submit for Executive Officer review and approval by 1 October
annually for the life of the clean -closure project and the post -clean -closure
monitoring period a .Winterization Plan. The Winterization Plan should describe.,
specific erosion and sediment control best management practices (BMPs) to be
implemented for each upcoming wet weather season and include a.discussion
regarding any proposed clean -closure work activities,during the wet weather season.
The Winterization Plan shall also include a site map showing anticipated storm water
drainage patterns and locations of major BMPs. The Winterization Plan shall be
implemented by 1 November annually.
C. CLEAN -CLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
The Discharger shall submit at least 30 days prior to beginning clean -closure
excavation activities and. no later than 15 June 2007, a detailed clean -closure
construction schedule. The schedule shall describe specific activities and the Unit
they are proposed to occur in, anticipated installation of appurtenant structures such
as additional detention/retention ponds to assist with storm water management, and
anticipated installation of nuisance controls that may be necessary to maintain
compliance with this Order. The schedule shall be updated at least quarterly in the.
Facility Clean -Closure Monitoring Reports.
2. . Materials recovered from Units 1 and 2. shall be segregated from materials
recovered in Unit 4 at all times.
3. Ash recovered from Unit 4 and hauled off-site for use as a soil amendment shall be
applied at appropriate agronomic rates.
4. Wood ash may only be applied to agricultural lands in a manner that does not cause
pollution or nuisances. Ash applied to agricultural lands as a soil amendment shall
be disked or tilled into the native ground by the landowner within seven days after
being discharged. If the ash is not disked or tilled into the ground surface within
seven days after discharge, then appropriate wind/water erosion and sediment
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control BMPs shall. be installed by the landowner around the stockpile to prevent
nuisances and discharges of ash to surface water drainage courses.
5. The following minimum setback distances'shall be -required for ash discharged to
agricultural lands:
To Prevent Nuisance Conditions
From Occupied Dwelling 300 feet,
From Businesses, Schools, Hospitals, or Churches 300 feet
To Protect Water Quality
From Ponds, Lakes, Streams, Wetlands 100 feet
From Natural and Man Made Drainages ..100 feet
From Wells or Springs 100 feet.
6. The Discharger shall ensure its compliance with this Order for all off-site discharges
of wood ash excavated from Unit 4. The Discharger shall notify the property owner
• where ash is applied of the ash management requirements of this Order.
7. The Discharger shall submit for Executive Officer.review and approval prior to
beginning clean -closure activities and no later than 15 June 2007 a work plan
proposing to assess wood waste applications on the south and eastern portion of
APN 078-100-046, the southeastern section of APN 078-100-015, and the eastern
majority of APN 078-090-014. The work plan should include a sampling program
and discuss specific ways to determine whether residual wood waste that may be on
the parcels poses a threat to surface water quality, groundwater quality, or.public
health and the environment.
8. With the exception of rock that may be recovered during waste processing
operations, materials (soil/rock/residual waste — spoils piles) separated from
recovered wood waste in Units 1 and 2 shall be sampled and analyzed for the
constituents and at the frequencies listed in Monitoring and -Reporting Program
No. R5-2007-0042. These sample results shall be reviewed and approved by the
Executive Officer prior to discharging the spoils back to land on-site. Recovered
rock shall be stored on-site and used by the Discharger at their discretion. Any
proposal to haul spoils (including rock) off-site shall be reviewed and approved by
the Executive Officer.
9. Wastes in each Unit that become exposed due to clean -closure activities and
stockpiled recovered materials shall be covered with canvas tarps, plastic,tarps, or
six inches of soil at the end of each workday. Wastes or stockpiled recovered
,materials that will be left undisturbed for more than 90 days shall be covered with
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12 inches of soil. Appropriate erosion and sediment control BMPs shall be installed
as needed. .
10. Leachate that maybe encountered during clean -closure activities shall be collected,
quantified, and stored on-site until necessary characterization is completed in
accordance with Monitoring and Reporting Program No. R52007-0042 and off-site
disposal is arranged, as approved by the Executive Officer.
11. Decommissioned groundwater monitoring wells that may be encountered in Units 1
or 2 during -clean -closure excavation activities shall be properly destroyed under
permit from Butte County Environmental Health Division. Any well that is not
completely removed from a Unit during clean -closure activities shall be marked on a
final site map to be included with the Final Clean -Closure Report.
12. The Discharger shall submit by 1 August 2007 a Confirmation Sampling Plan that is
acceptable to the Executive Officer. The Confirmation Sampling Plan should involve
visual inspections and include laboratory analyses of native subgrade soils below
each Unit and each sediment detention basin. Sideslope sampling may -also be
necessary to demonstrate wastes no longer pose a threat to water quality. Typical
confirmation sampling programs include use of numbered grids and random number
• generators to establish sampling locations. Guidance documents such as the
U.S.E.P.A. SW 846 Manual (Chapter 9) should be useful'with helping develop a site
and Unit specific confirmation sampling program.
13. The Discharger shall monitor groundwater beneath the facility and perform the
Standard Observations listed in Monitoring and Reporting Program .
No. R5-2007-0042 for two consecutive years following completion of clean -closure
excavation activities. Upon completion of the two-year post -clean -closure
maintenance period, the Discharger may request termination of all monitoring
requirements.
14. The Discharger shall submit a work plan for destruction of each Detection Monitoring
Program groundwater monitoring well upon completion of the two-year post -clean -
closure maintenance period. All wells shall be destroyed under permit from Butte
County. Environmental Health Division.
15. Within 60 days after completing clean -closure of Units 1, 2, and 4 and the sawdust
application areas on APNs 078-100-046, 078-1007015, and 078-090-014, the
Discharger shall submit a Final Clean -Closure Report that documents all
investigation and waste removal activities undertaken during the project. The Final
Clean -Closure Report shall also include a site map indicating final topography, all
laboratory data (excluding Detection Monitoring Program groundwater, surface
• water, and leachate monitoring results), volumes/tonnages of wastes hauled off-site,
and final end-use locations of recovered materials.
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16. If the Discharger's attempt to clean -close the landfill does not succeed. or fails to
meet the requirements or purpose stated within Section 21090(f) of Title 27 or fails
to comply with the requirement of this Order, then the Discharger shall close the
landfill in accordance with the Closure and Post -Closure Standards listed in Chapter.
1, Subchapter 5, of Title 27 beginning with Section 20950, and carry out post -closure
.maintenance in the same manner as though the Discharger had not attempted
clean -closure.
17. If the Discharger fails to excavate and remove wastes from the site and/or fails to
proceed with clean -closure activities for a period of 12 consecutive months, then the
clean -closure project shall be deemed incomplete and the Discharger shall close the
landfill in accordance with the Closure and Post -Closure Standards listed in Chapter
1, Subchapter 5, of Title 27 beginning with Section 20950, and carry out post -closure
maintenance in the same manner as though the Discharger had not attempted
clean -closure.
D. DETECTION MONITORING SPECIFICATIONS
1. The Discharger shall comply with the detection monitoring program provisions of
Title 27 CCR for groundwater and surface water.
2. The Discharger shall conduct groundwater, surface water, and leachate monitoring
as specified in Monitoring and Reporting Program No. R5-2007-0042.
3. The Discharger shall provide Regional Board staff a minimum of one week
notification prior to commencing any field activities related to the installation, repair,
or abandonment of monitoring devices, and a minimum 48 hour notification prior to
the collection of samples associated with a detection monitoring program, evaluation
monitoring program, or corrective action program.
4. The Discharger shall submit for Executive. Officer review and approval
by 15 June 2007 a Water Quality Protection Standard Report in accordance with
applicable provisions of Title 27 and Monitoring and Reporting Program No. R5-
2007-0042.
5. The Discharger shall comply with the Water Quality Protection Standard as required
in this Order, Monitoring and Reporting Program No. R5-2007-0042, and the
Standard Provisions and Reporting Requirements; dated April 2000.
6. The Water Quality Protection Standard for organic compounds that are not naturally
occurring and not detected in background groundwater samples shall be taken as
the detection limit of the analytical method used (i.e., US -EPA methods 8260 and
• 8270). The repeated detection of one or more non -naturally occurring organic
compounds in samples above the Water Quality Protection Standard from detection
monitoring wells is evidence of a release from the Unit.
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7. The concentrations of the constituents of concern in waters passing the Point.of
Compliance shall not exceed the concentration limits established in the Water
.Quality Protection Standard Report.
8. For each monitoring event, the Discharger shall determine whether the landfill is in
compliance with the Water Quality Protection Standard using procedures specified in
Monitoring and Reporting Program No. R5-2007-0042 and Title 27 CCR Section
20415(e).
9. The Discharger shall submit by 15 June 2007 for Executive. Officer review and
.approval.a Sample Collection and Analysis Plan. The Sample Collection and
Analysis Plan shall at a minimum include:
a. Sample collection procedures describing purging techniques, sampling
equipment, and decontamination of sampling equipment;
b. Sample preservation information and shipment procedures;
.c. Sample analytical methods and procedures;
• d. Sample quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures; and
e. Chain of Custody control.
10. For any given monitored medium, the samples taken from all monitoring points and
background monitoring points to satisfy the data analysis requirements for a given
reporting period shall all be taken within.a span not to exceed 30 days, unless the
Executive Officer approves a longer time period, and shall be taken in a manner that
ensures sample independence to the greatest extent feasible. Specific methods of
collection and analysis must be identified. Sample collection, storage, and analysis
shall be performed according to the most recent version of USEPA Methods, such
as the latest editions, as applicable, of: (1) Methods for the Analysis of Organics in
Water and Wastewater (USEPA 600 Series), (2) Test Methods for Evaluating Solid
Waste (SW -846, latest edition), and (3) Methods for Chemical Analysis of Water and
Wastes (USEPA 600/4-79-020), and in accordance with the approved Sample
Collection and Analysis Plan.
11. If methods other than USEPA-approved methods or Standard Methods are used, the
exact methodology shall be submitted for. review and approval by the Executive
Officer prior: to use. ;
12. The methods of'analysis and the detection limits used must be appropriate for
the expected concentrations. The analytical method having the lowest method
• detection limit (MDL) shall be selected from among those methods, which would
provide valid results in light of any matrix effects or interferences.
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13. "Trace" results - results falling between the MDL and the practical quantitation limit
(PQL) - shall be reported as such, and shall be accompanied both by the estimated
MDL and PQL values for that analytical run.
14. MDLs and PQLs shall be derived by the laboratory for each analytical procedure,
according to State of'California laboratory accreditation procedures. These MDLs
and PQLs shall reflect the detection and quantitation capabilities of the specific
analytical procedure and equipment used by the lab, rather than simply being quoted
from USEPA analytical method manuals. In relatively interference -free water,
laboratory -derived MDLs and PQLs are expected to closely agree with published
USEPA MDLs and PQLs.
15. If the laboratory suspects that, due to a change in matrix or other effects, the .true
detection limit or quantitation limit for a. particular analytical run differs significantly
from the laboratory -derived MDL/PQL values, the results shall be flagged.
accordingly, along with estimates of the, detection limit and quantitation limit actually
achieved. The MDL shall always be calculated such that it represents the
lowest achievable concentration associated with a 99% reliability of a nonzero
result. The PQL shall always be calculated such that it represents the lowest
constituent concentration at which a numerical value can be assigned with
reasonable certainty that it represents the constituent's actual concentration in the.
sample. Normally, PQLs should be set equal to the concentration of the lowest
standard used to calibrate the analytical procedure.
16. All QA/QC data shall be reported, along with. the sample results to which they apply,
including the method, equipment, analytical detection and quantitation limits, the
percent recovery, an explanation for any irecovery. that falls outside the QC'limits, the
results of equipment and method blanks; the results of spiked and surrogate
samples, the frequency of quality control analysis, and the name of the person(s)
performing the analyses. Sample results shall be reported unadjusted for blank
results or spike recoveries. In cases where contaminants are detected in QA/QC
-samples (i.e., field, trip, or lab blanks), the accompanying sample results shall be
appropriately flagged.
17. Unknown chromatographic peaks shall be reported, flagged, and tracked for
potential comparison to subsequent unknown peaks that may be observed in future
sampling'events. Identification of unknown chromatographic peaks that recur in
subsequent sampling events may be required.
18. The statistical method shall account for data below the practical quantitation limit
(PQL) with one or more statistical procedures that are protective of human health
and the environment. Any PQL validated pursuant to Title 27 CCR Section
• 20415(e)(7) that is used in the statistical method shall be the lowest concentration
(or value) that can be reliably achieved within limits of precision and accuracy
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specified in the WDRs for routine laboratory operating conditions that are available
to the facility. The Discharger's technical report, pursuant to Title 27 CCR
Section 20415(e)(7), shall consider the PQLs listed in Appendix IX to Chapter 14 .of
Division 4.5 of Title 22, CCR, for guidance when specifying limits of precision and
accuracy. For any given constituent monitored at a background or downgradient
monitoring point, an indication that falls between the MDL and the PQL for that
constituent (hereinafter called a trace detection) shall be identified.and used in
appropriate statistical or nonstatistical tests. Nevertheless, fora statistical method
that is compatible with the proportion of censored data (trace and ND indications) in
the data set, the Discharger can use the- laboratory's concentration estimates in the
trace range (if available) for statistical analysis, in order to increase the statistical
power by decreasing the number of 'ties":.
19. Background for water samples shall be represented by the data from all samples
taken from applicable background monitoring points during that reporting period .(at
least. one sample from each background monitoring point).
20. The Discharger may propose an alternate statistical method [to the. methods listed
under. Title 27 CCR Section 20415(e)(8)(A-D)].in accordance with Title 27 CCR
Section 20415(e)(8)(E), for review and approval by'the Executive Officer. Upon
•. receiving written approval from the Executive Officer, alternate statistical procedures
maybe used for determining the significance of analytical results for common
laboratory contaminants (i.e., methylene chloride, acetone, diethylhexyl phthalate,
and di-n-octyl phthalate). Nevertheless, analytical results involving detection of
these analytes in any background or downgradient sample shall be reported and
flagged'for easy reference by Regional Board staff.
21. The. Discharger shall use the following non -statistical method for all analytes that are
detected in less than 10% of the background samples. The non -statistical method
shall be implemented as follows:
a. From the constituent of concern or monitoring parameter list, identify each
analyte in the current sample that,exceeds either its respective MDL or PQL.
The Discharger shall conclude that the exceedance provides a preliminary
indication of a release or a change in the nature or extent of the release, at that
monitoring point, if either:
1) The data contains two or more analytes that are detected in less than 10%
of background samples that equal or exceed their respective MDLs; or
2) The data contains one or more analyte that equals -or exceeds its PQL.
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b. Discrete Retest [Title 27 CCR Section 20415(e)(8)(E)]:
1) In the event that the Discharger concludes that there is a preliminary
indication of a release, then the Discharger shall immediately notify
Regional Board staff by phone or e-mail and, within 30 days of such
indication, shall collect two new (retest) samples from the monitoring point
where the release is preliminarily indicated.
2) For any given retest sample, the Discharger shall include, in the retest
analysis, only the laboratory analytical results for those analytes
detected'in the original sample. As soon as the retest data are
available, the Discharger shall conclude that there is measurably
significant evidence of a release if two or more analytes equal or exceed
their respective MDLs or if one or more analyte equals or exceeds its PQL
and shall:
a) Immediately notify the Regional Board about any constituent or
constituents verified to be present at the monitoring point, and follow
up with written. notification submitted by certified mail within seven
• days of validation; and
b) Comply with ¶22, below if any constituent or constituents were verified
to be present.
3) 'Any analyte that triggers a discrete retest per this method shall be added
to the monitoring parameter list such that it is monitored during each
regular monitoring event.
22. If the Discharger determines that there is measurably significant evidence of a
release from the Unit at any monitoring point, the Discharger shall immediately
implement the requirements of XI. Response To A Release, .C,. Release Has Been
Verified, contained in the Standard Provisions and Reporting Requirements.
E. PROVISIONS
1. The Discharger shall maintain a copy of this Order at the facility and make it
available at all times to facility operating personnel, who shall be familiar with its
contents, and to regulatory agency personnel.
2. The Discharger shall comply with all applicable provisions of Title 27 CCR that are
not specifically referred to in this Order.
413. The Discharger shall comply with Monitoring and Reporting Program
No. R5-2007-0042, which is incorporated into and made part of this Order.
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4. The Discharger shall comply with the applicable portions of the Standard Provisions
and Reporting Requirements for Chapter 15.(23 CCR. 2510, et seq.) and Part 258
(40.CFR 258),: dated September 1993, which are hereby. -incorporated into this
Order.
5. All reports and transmittal letters shall be signed by persons- identified below:
a. For a corporation: by'a principal -executive officer of at least the level of senior
vice-president.
b. For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor.
c. For a municipality, state, federal .or other public agency: by either a principal
executive officer or -ranking elected or appointed official.
d. A duly authorized representative of a person designated in a, b, or c above if;
1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described in a, b, or c.of
this provision;
• 2) The authorization specifies either an individual or a position having
responsibility for the overall. operation of'the regulated facility or activity,
such as the position of plant manager, operator of a Unit, superintendent, or
position of equivalent responsibility. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named. individual or any individual occupying a named
position); and
3) The written authorization is submitted to the Regional Board.
e. Any person. signing .a document underthis Section shall make the following
certification:
"I certify under penalty of law that' I have personally examined and am
familiar .with the information submitted .in this document and all
attachments and: that, based on myinquiry of those individuals
immediately responsible for obtaining the information, I believe that the
information is true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are
significant penalties for submitting : false information, including the
possibility of fine and imprisonment."
6. The Discharger shall take all reasonable steps to minimize any adverse- impact to
the waters of the :State resulting from noncompliance with this Order. Such steps,
shall include accelerated or additional monitoring as necessary to determine the
nature, extent, and impact of the noncompliance,
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7. The owner of the waste management facility shall have the continuing responsibility
to assure protection of waters of the state from discharged wastes and from gases .
and leachate generated by discharged waste during the active life, clean -closure,
and post -clean -closure maintenance period of the Unit(s) and until the clean -closure
project is completed and the waste discharge requirements are rescinded.
8. The fact that it would have been necessary to halt or reduce the permitted activity in
order to maintain compliance with this Order shall not be regarded as a defense for
the Discharger's violations of the Order.
9. To assume ownership or operation under this Order, the succeeding owner or
operator must apply in writing to the Regional Board requesting transfer of the Order
within 14 days of assuming ownership or operation of this facility. The request must
contain the requesting entity's full legal name, the State of incorporation if a
corporation, the name and address and telephone number of the persons
responsible for contact with the Regional Board, and a statement. The statement
shall comply with the signatory requirements contained in Provision E.5. above and
state that.the new owner or operator assumes full responsibility for compliance with
this Order. Failure to submit the request shall be considered a discharge without
requirements, a violation of the California Water Code. Transfer of this Order shall
• be approved or disapproved by the Regional Board.
10. The Discharger shall submit for Executive Officer review and approval
by 15 June 2007 updated cost estimates for initiating and completing corrective
action for all known or reasonably foreseeable releases from the landfill in
accordance with Section 22221 of Title 27. The Discharger shall demonstrate
adequate financial resources for initiating and completing corrective action for all
known or reasonably foreseeable releases in the amount of the approved cost
estimate using one of the approved mechanisms in Title 27 by 1 August 2007.
11. The Discharger shall maintain financial assurance mechanisms for closure, post -
closure maintenance, and corrective action costs in amounts approved by the
Executive Officer and as specified in Chapter 6 of Title 27 until the post -clean -
closure maintenance period is completed and approved by the Executive Officer.
12. The Discharger.shall submit for Executive Officer review and approval by.1 June
annually, a report calculating the increase in the cost estimates for closure and/or
post -closure maintenance and/or corrective action due to the inflation factor for the
previous calendar year in accordance with Section 22236 of Title 27. Once the
inflation factor adjusted cost estimates are approved, the Discharger shall increase
the monetary amount of the financial mechanisms for closure and/or post -closure
maintenance and/or corrective action based upon the inflation factor calculation and
provide proof of the financial assurance increase by 1 August annually.
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13. Upon completion of the clean -closure project and the post -clean -closure
maintenance period and with the approval of the Executive Officer, all financial
assurances shall be released to the Discharger.
.14. The' Discharger shall complete the tasks contained in. these waste discharge
requirements in accordance with the following time schedule:
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TASK
COMPLIANCE DATE
A. Clean Closure
1.
Submit,a detailed clean -closure construction
By 15 June -2007
schedule.
(see Clean -Closure Specification C.1)
2.
Submit a work plan proposing to assess wood -waste
By 15 June 2007
application activities on the south and eastern portion
of APN 078-100-046, the southeastern section of
APN 078-100-015, and the eastern majority of
APN 078-090-014.
(see Clean -Closure Specification C.7)
3.
Submit a Confirmation Sampling Plan that is
By 1 August 2007
acceptable to the Executive Officer.
(see Clean -Closure Specification C. 12)
4.
.. Submit a work plan proposing destruction of all
Before Project
groundwater detection monitoring wells.
Completion
(see Clean -Closure Specification C.14).
5.
Submit a Final Clean -Closure Report that documents
60 Days After Project
all investigation and waste removal activities
Completion
undertaken during the project.
(see Clean -Closure Specification C.15)
B. Facility Monitoring
1.
Submit a Winterization Plan.
By 1 October Annually
(see Facility Specification 8.8)
2.
Submit a' Water Quality Protection Standard Report.
By 15.June 2007
(see Detection Monitoring Specification D.4)
3.
Submit a Sample collection and Analysis Plana
By 15 June 2007.
(see Detection Monitoring Specification D.9)
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TASK
COMPLIANCE DATE
C. Financial Assurances
.1. Submit updated cost estimates for initiating -and
By 15 June 2007
completing correctiveaction for all known or
reasonably foreseeable releases.
(see Provision E.. 10)
2. Provide proof of adequate financial assurances in the
By 1 August 2007
amount of the approved cost estimate for known or
reasonably foreseeable releases.
.(see Provision E..10)
3.,- Provide a report calculating the increase in the cost
By 1 June Annually
estimates for closure and/or post -closure
maintenance and/or corrective action due to the
inflation factor for the previous calendar year.
(see Provision E. 12)
4. Provide proof that the financial mechanisms for
By 1 August Annually
closure and/or post -closure maintenance and/or
corrective action have been increased based upon
• the annual inflation factor calculation.
(see Provision E.12)
I, PAMELA C. CREEDON, Executive Officer, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a full, true,
and correct copy of an Order adopted by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board,
Central Valley Region, on 4 May 2007.
DPS: sae
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PAMELA C. CREEDON, Executive Officer
CALIFORNIA REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD
CENTRAL VALLEY REGION
MONITORING.AND REPORTING. PROGRAM NO. R5-2007-0042
FOR
OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES, OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES LLC,
JACK M. STEEBLES LLC, CAROL ANN SEIDENGLANZ LLC,
AND STEVEN CONN SEIDENGLANZ LLC
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Compliance with this Monitoring.and Reporting Program, with Title 27, California Code of
Regulations, Section 20005, et seq. (hereafter Title 27), and with the Standard Provisions and
Reporting Requirements for. Chapter 15 (23 CCR 2510, et seq)'and Part 258 (40 CFR 258)
dated September 1993, is odered by Waste Discharge Requirements Order
No. R5-2007-0042.
A. REQUIRED MONITORING REPORTS
B. * REPORTING
The Discharger shall report monitoring ,data and information as required in this Monitoring and
Reporting Program and as required in Order No. R5-2007-0042 and the Standard Provisions
and Reporting Requirements. Reports that do not comply_with the. required format will be
REJECTED and -the Discharger shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with the waste
discharge requirements. In reporting the monitoring data required by this program, the
Discharger shall arrange the data in tabular form so that the date, the constituents, the
concentrations, and the units are readily discernible. The data shall-be'summarized in such a
manner so as to illustrate clearly compliance with the'waste discharge requirements or the lack
• thereof. Data shall also be submitted in a digital format acceptable to the Executive Officer.
Each monitoring report shall include a compliance evaluation summary as specified in
REPORT
FREQUENCY
1.
Groundwater Monitoring (see D.1 below)
See Table 1 .
2
Annual Monitoring Summary -Report (see E.6. below)
Annually by 31 January
3
Leachate Monitoring (see D.2 below)'.
See Table II
4.
Surface Water Monitoring (see D.3 below)
See Table III
5
Facility Clean -Closure Monitoring Report (see DA
Quarterly
below)
6
Winterization Plan
Annually by 1 October
7
.Response to a Release (Standard Provisions. and
As necessary
Reporting Requirements).
B. * REPORTING
The Discharger shall report monitoring ,data and information as required in this Monitoring and
Reporting Program and as required in Order No. R5-2007-0042 and the Standard Provisions
and Reporting Requirements. Reports that do not comply_with the. required format will be
REJECTED and -the Discharger shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with the waste
discharge requirements. In reporting the monitoring data required by this program, the
Discharger shall arrange the data in tabular form so that the date, the constituents, the
concentrations, and the units are readily discernible. The data shall-be'summarized in such a
manner so as to illustrate clearly compliance with the'waste discharge requirements or the lack
• thereof. Data shall also be submitted in a digital format acceptable to the Executive Officer.
Each monitoring report shall include a compliance evaluation summary as specified in
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Reporting Requirements EA below.
Field and laboratory tests shall- be reported in each monitoring report. Quarterly, semiannual,
and annual monitoring reports shall be submitted to the Regional Board in.accordance with the
following schedule for the calendar period in. which samples were taken or observations made.
Sampling Frequency
Reporting Frequency
Reporting Periods End
Report Date Due
Quarterly
Quarterly
31 March
30 April
30 June
31 July
30 September
31 October
31 December
31 January
Semiannually
Semiannually
30 June
31 July
31 December
31 January
Annually
Annually
31 December,
31 January
The' results of all monitoring conducted at the site shall be reported to the Regional Board in
accordance with the reporting schedule above for the calendar period in which samples were
taken or observations made.
The Discharger shall also submit an Annual Monitoring Summary Report to the Regional
• Board covering the.previous monitoring year. The annual report shall contain the information
specified in Reporting Requirements E.6 below, and a discussion of compliance with the
Waste Discharge Requirements and the Water Quality Protection Standard.
C. WATER QUALITY PROTECTION STANDARD AND COMPLIANCE PERIOD
The Discharger shall submit a Water Quality Protection Standard Report in accordance with
Detection Monitoring Specification D.4 of Order NO., R5-2007-0042. For each waste
management unit (Unit), the Water Quality Protection Standard shall consist of all monitoring
parameters and constituents of concern, the point of compliance, and all water:quality
monitoring points for each monitored medium. The Water Quality Protection Standard, or any
modification thereto, shall be submitted in a report for Executive Officer review and approval.
1. Water Quality Protection Standard Report .
The report shall:
a. Identify all distinct bodies of surface (ie: storm water detention ponds) and
ground water that could be affected in the event of a release from a Unit or
portion of a Unit. This list shall include at least each surface water detention
pond, the uppermost aquifer, and any permanent or ephemeral zones of perched
groundwater underlying the facility.
b. Include a map showing the monitoring points and background monitoring. points
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for the surface water monitoring program and the groundwater monitoring
program. The map shall include the point of compliance in accordance with
§20405 of Title 27.
C. Evaluate the perennial direction(s).of groundwater movement within the
uppermost groundwater zone(s).
The Water Quality Protection Standard shall be certified. by a California -registered
Professional Civil Engineer or Professional Geologist as meeting the requirements of
Title 27. If subsequent sampling of the background monitoring points) indicates
significant water quality changes due to either seasonal fluctuations'or other reasons
unrelated to waste management activities at the site, the Discharger may request
modification of the Water Quality Protection Standard.
2. Constituents of Concern
The constituents of .concern include all the waste constituents, their reaction products,.
and hazardous constituents that are reasonably expected to be in or derived from waste
contained in the Unit. The Discharger shall monitor all constituents of `concern in.
accordance with the frequencies and method's listed in Tables 1 through IV.
a'. Monitoring Parameters
Monitoring parameters are constituents.of concern that are the waste
constituents, ,reaction products, hazardous constituents, and physical parameters
that providea reliable indication of a release from a Unit. The monitoring
parameters for all. Units are those listed in Tables 1 through IV for the specified
monitored medium. .
3. Concentration Limits.
For a naturally occurring constituents of concern, the concentration limit shall be
determined as follows:
a. By calculation in accordance with a statistical method pursuant to §20415 of Title
27; or
b. By an alternate statistical method acceptable to the Executive Officer in
accordance with §20415 of Title 27.
4. Point of Compliance
The point of compliance for the water standard' at each Unit is a vertical surface located
at the hydraulically downgradient limit of the Unit that extends through the uppermost
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aquifer underlying the Unit.
5. Compliance Period
The compliance period for each Unit shall be the number of years equal to the active life
of the Unit plus the post -clean -closure maintenance period. The compliance period'is
the minimum period during which the Discharger shall conduct a water quality:
monitoring program subsequent to a release from the Unit. The compliance period shall
begin anew each time the Discharger initiates an Evaluation Monitoring Program.
D. MONITORING
The Discharger shall comply with the detection. monitoring program provisions of
Title 27 for groundwater and surface water in accordance with Detection Monitoring
Specifications D.1 and D.2 of Waste Discharge Requirements, Order
No. R5-2007-0042. All monitoring shall be conducted in accordance with a. Sample
Collection and Analysis Plan,'which includes quality assurance/quality control
standards, that shall be submitted for review and approval by the Executive Officer.
All point of compliance monitoring wells established for the detection monitoring
iprogram shall constitute the monitoring points for the groundwater Water Quality
Protection Standard. All detection monitoring program groundwater monitoring wells,
leachate monitoring points, and surface water monitoring points shall be sampled and
analyzed for monitoring parameters and constituents of concern as indicated and listed
in Tables I through IV.
Method detection limits and practical quantitation limits shall be reported. All peaks
shall be reported, including those that cannot be quantified and/or specifically identified.
Metals shall be analyzed in accordance with the methods listed in this Order and
Table IV.
The Discharger may, .with the approval of the Executive Officer, use alternative
analytical test methods, including new USEPA approved methods, provided the
methods have method detection limits equal to or lower than the analytical methods
specified in this Monitoring and Reporting Program.
1. Groundwater
The Discharger shall operate and maintain a groundwater detection monitoring system
that complies with the applicable provisions of §20415 and §20420 of Title 27 in
accordance with a Detection Monitoring Program approved by the Executive Officer.
The Discharger shall collect, preserve, and transport groundwater samples in
. accordance with an approved Sample Collection and Analysis Plan. .
The current groundwater monitoring system at Oroville Landfill Properties Class III
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Wood Waste Landfill includes four monitoring wells, LF -1A, LF -2, LF -4, and LF -5. Basic
construction details for -the wells are described below:
Well ID
Year
Installed
Total Depth in
Feet
Screen Interval
Well Type
LF -1A
2000
138 ft. b s
115 to 135 ft. b s
Background
LF -2
1987
162 ft. b s
138 to 158 ft. b s
Compliance
LF -4
1987
160 ft. b s
129 to 159 ft. b s
Compliance
LF -5
1987
169 ft. b s
138 to 168 ft. b s
Compliance
bgs — Below ground surface ,
During each calendar quarter, the Discharger shall determine the groundwater flow rate
and direction in the uppermost aquifer and in any zones of perched water and in any
additional zone of saturation monitored pursuant to this Monitoring and,Reporting
Program, and report the results semiannually, including the times of highest and lowest
elevations of the water levels in the wells.
Hydrographs of each well shall be submitted showing the elevation.of groundwater with
respect to the elevations of the top and bottom of the screened interval and the
• elevation -of the pump intake. Hydrographs of each well shall be prepared and
submitted with each Semiannual Groundwater, Surface Water, and Leachate, Monitoring
Report.
Groundwater samples shall be collected semiannually from the point -of -compliance
wells, background wells, and any additional wells added as part of the approved
groundwater monitoring system. Samples shall be collected and analyzed for the
monitoring parameters and constituents of concern in accordance with the.frequencies
specified in Tables I. All monitoring parameters and constituents of concern shall be
graphed so as to show historical trends at each sample location. The monitoring'
parameters shall also be evaluated each reporting period with regards to the.
cation/anion balance, and the results shall be graphically presented using a Stiff
diagram, a Piper graph, or a Schoeller plot. '
Groundwater monitoring results shall be reported semiannually.
2. Leachate Monitoring
All three Units at the Oroville Landfill Properties Class III Wood Waste Landfill are
unlined and no leachate collection and removal system exists at the site. However,
leachate seeps have previously been observed along the ground surface at the
northwestern- portion of Unit 1. Additionally, the Discharger encountered at least one
• area of perched accumulated leachate within Unit 1 during the clean -closure pilot study.
In response to the leachate seeps, the Discharger installed a leachate seep control
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system in September 2004. The leachate seep control system consists of a. plastic
lined interceptor trench with a perforated collection pipe .placed in the bottom., Blank
collection pipe extends down the hillside from the seep area toward a 500 gallon plastic
holding tank.
The leachate seep control system shall be inspected weekly from 1 October
through 31 May annually, and monthly from 1 June through 30 September
annually. Additionally, the system shall be inspected within 24 hours after any
storm event of 1 inch or greater rainfall. Upon detection of leachate in the holding
tank, the Discharger shall sample the liquid and analyze for the constituents listed in
Table II. Inspection dates, observations, and sample results shall be reported
with the corresponding Semiannual Groundwater, Surface Water, and Leachate
Monitoring Report for the period when samples were collected or observations.
The quantity of leachate shall be estimated and reported as Leachate Flow Rate (in
gallons/day).
In addition, any leachate that may be encountered during clean -closure activities of the
Units shall be collected and stored on-site until characterization and off-site disposal is
arranged. The volume and disposition of any leachate that is encountered during
clean -closure activities shall be reported in the corresponding Quarterly Facility
• Clean -Closure Monitoring Report and the Semiannual Groundwater, Surface
Water, and Leachate Monitoring Report, for the period when the observations
were made and/or samples collected. Documentation of proper disposal of collected
leachate shall be reported in the appropriate. Quarterly Facility Clean -Closure Monitoring
Report and the Semiannual Groundwater, Surface Water, and Leachate Monitoring
Report for the time period when leachate disposal occurred.
3. Surface Water Monitoring
Three unlined storm water detention basins exist at the site. Pond 1 is located at the
northwest corner of Unit 1, Pond 5 is located at the western edge of Unit 2, and Pond 7
is located at the southeast corner of the facility beyond. the eucalyptus grove and
sawdust application area. Surface drainage from the site and Units drains towards
these three ponds.
Site drainage patterns may change as clean -closure of each Unit proceeds. The
Discharger is responsible for ensuring that wastes do not impact surface water drainage
courses and that all storm water discharges are in compliance with applicable
regulations, the Basin Plan, and State Water Resources Control Board Order No
97-03-DWQ and subsequent replacement'Orders.
• The Discharger shall monitor the three detention basins weekly between
1 October and 31 May annually, and monthly between 1 June and .30 September
annually to ensure that two feet or more of freeboard exists. Liquid in the detention
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basins shall be sampled for the constituents and at the frequencies listed in .Table III.
All monitoring parameters shall be graphed so as to show.historical trends at. each
sample location. Results of the surface water monitoring program shall be
reported in each Semiannual 'Groundwater, Surface Water, and Leachate
Monitoring Report. r
4. Facility, Clean -Closure Monitoring
Clean -closure of Units 1, 2, and 4 involves excavating wood wastes and wood ash and
hauling them off-site to locations or facilities approved by the"Executive Officer. Units 1
and 2 contain wood wastes, while Unit 4 contains wood ash. , Clean -closure monitoring
is broken down by Unit and the type. of materials to be characterized (ie: wood waste,.
wood ash, separated soil/rock/waste mix {spoils pile}, and confirmation sampling of the
native soil subgrade at the bottom of each Unit) as follows:
a. Units 1 and 2 — Wood Waste
The Discharger proposes excavating wood wastes from Units 1 and 2 and
hauling them to a facility approved by the Executive Officer for re -use or disposal.
If the Discharger wishes to haul wood waste to another facility or location, then
• the Discharger must first receive approval from the Executive Officer prior to
modifying clean -closure operations.
The following information shall be reported with each -Quarterly Facility
Clean -Closure Monitoring Report:
1) Daily. number of trucks transporting wood'waste off-site.
2) Daily volume (cubic yards) and tonnage of wood waste hauled.
3) Copies of manifests or shipping papers from the approved end-use facility
showing date of receipt and volume/tonnage of wood.waste for each load. .
b. Unit 4 — Wood Ash
The Discharger proposes excavating wood ash from Unit 4 and. hauling
recovered materials to agricultural lands for use as a.soil amendment. In order to
ensure that recovered materials from.Unit 4 do not pose a threat to public health
or the environment, the Discharger is required to characterize recovered
materials prior to hauling them off-site.
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One sample for every 500 cubic yards of wood ash (including the soil/rock/waste/
mixture referred to as a spoils pile) excavated from Unit 4 shall be analyzed for
the following constituents:
pH
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons --:Method 8310
• Total and Dissolved Metal Concentrations — (Aluminum, Antimony,
Arsenic, Barium, Beryllium,Boron, Cadmium, Chromium, Chromium VI,
Cobalt, Copper, Lead, Mercury, .Molybdenum, Nickel, Selenium, Silver,
Thallium, Vanadium, and Zinc) — Method 6010/7000 for all metals except
Chromium VI, which is Method 7199. Dissolved analyses may use
deionized water as the extractant:
Ash sample results shall be reviewed to determine proper classification, of
the material prior to.hauling off-site: Only material classified as inert or non
hazardous solid waste may -be hauled off-site for use as an agricultural soil
amendment.
The following information shall be reported with each Quarterly Facility
• Clean -Closure Monitoring Report:
1).
Provide the physical address or location where ash will be applied.
2)
Provide property owner contact information including phone number and
mailing address for location(s) where ash will be applied.
3)
Report the tonnage and/or volume and date of ash application to -each
agricultural land location. ,
-4)
Provide laboratory analytical data for ash -samples collected during the
reporting period.
5)
If rock is recovered from ash and.cover soil, report the volume/tonnage
that is collected. and. indicate locations of any stockpiles,or final placement .
areas on a site map.
C. All Units - Soil/Rock/Waste Miz=(Spoils Piles)
It is anticipated that.layers of soil covering wastes in each Unit will be
encountered during clean -closure activities. The Discharger plans on separating
and collecting rock from the cover soil, at least in Units 1 and 2, for re -sue on-
site. Other- residual materials (spoils) may also be collected and stored on-site.
It is, anticipated that the spoils pile generated from Unit 4 will be.. hauled off in the
same manner as the recovered wood ash. Additional laboratory characterization
• may be required for any Unit 4 spoils pile left on-site.
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Spoils piles (except for rock) from Units 1. and 2 that remain on-site shall be
tested for the same constituents as the`confirmation sampling required for the
native soil subgrade at the bottom of each Unit, which is listed below. One
sample for. every 200 cubic yards,of spoils is required.
The following information shall be reported with each Quarterly Facility
Clean -Closure Monitoring Report:
1) The Unit.of origin and volume/tonnage of the any spoils piles left on-site.
2) For rock that is separated and recovered during processing operations,
report the volume/tonnage that is collected and indicate locations of any
stockpiles or final- placement areas on a site map
3) All laboratory sample results for each spoils pile left on-site.
4) A map showing the final disposal location for each spoils pile. Note that
spoils piles from Units 1 or 2 may not be disposed in Unit 4, and vice
versa.
d. Solid Waste Disposal .
It is anticipated that the Discharger will encounter non -hazardous solid wastes
other -than wood wastes and wood ash while clean -closing Units 1,`2, and 4.
Other wastes that may be encountered include hazardous wastes, metal pieces;
sanding belts, plastic debris, etc.
All wastes, other than wood wastes from units 1 and 2 and wood ash from Unit 4,
shall be collected for appropriate off-site disposal at a permitted facility.
Hazardous wastes shall be properly labeled and transported to an appropriate
disposal facility by a licensed hauler.
The following information shall be reported with each Quarterly Facility
Clean -Closure Monitoring Report:
1) The Unit of origin and a description of the wastes collected for off-site
disposal.
2) . The volume and tonnage of wastes collected for off-site disposal.
3) Name of disposal facility and date of off-site disposal.,
4) The disposal receipts, shipping papers, manifests, etc. documenting
proper disposal.
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e. Unit Confirmation Sampling
The goal of clean -closure is to physically remove all waste and contaminated
materials from the Unit and from its underlying and surrounding environs, such
that the waste in the Unit no longer -poses a threat to water quality. A
confirmation sampling program will be'used at each'Unit and each sediment
detention basin to demonstrate that residual wastes no.longer pose a threat to
water quality. Clean -Closure Specification C.15 of Order No. requires
the Discharger to submifia Confirmation Sampling Plan that is acceptable to the
Executive Officer.
Units and sediment detention basins shall be visually inspected to ensure the
majority of waste has been physically removed. After the visual inspection
confirms that no significant waste material remains, then. the Discharger shall
implement an approved confirmation sampling program. Sampling frequency
shall be in accordance with the approved confirmation sampling program. The
required analyses are based on the Unit or area being evaluated and the wastes
that were contained within the Unit.
Analyses Required for Units 1 and 2 and Each Sediment Detention.Basin
• Formaldehyde — Method 8315A
• Pentachlorophenol - Canadian Pulp Method
• 2,3,4,6 - Tetrachlorophenol — Canadian Pulp Method
• Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons — Method 8310
• Total and Dissolved Metal Concentrations — (Arsenic, Chromium,
Chromium VI, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Vanadium, -Zinc — Method .
6010/7000 for all metals except Chromium VI, which is Method 7199.
Dissolved analyses may use deionized water as the extractant.
• Volatile Organic Compounds — Method 8260B .
•
Semivolatile. Organic Compounds (Acid Phenolics only) — Method 8270.
Analyses Required for Unif.4
pH
• Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons _ Method 8310
• Total and Dissolved Metal Concentrations — (Aluminum, Antimony,
Arsenic, Barium, Beryllium, Boron, Cadmium, Chromium, Chromium VI,
'Cobalt,- Copper, Lead, Mercury, Molybdenum, Nickel, Selenium, Silver,
Thallium, Vanadium, and Zinc) — Method 6010/7000 for all metals except
Chromium VI, which is Method 7199. Dissolved analyses may use
deionized water as the extractant.
• Soluble Chloride (DI WET) .
• • Soluble Sodium (DI WET)
• Conductivity — Method 120.1 (DI Extract)
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f. Storm Event Monitoring
Annually, prior to the anticipated rainy season, but, no later than 30 September,
the Discharger shall conduct an inspection of the facility to determine whether the
site is prepared for winter weather. The inspection shall assess damage to the
drainage control system, groundwater monitoring equipment (including wells,
etc.), and shall include the Standard Observations contained in Section E.4.f of
Reporting Requirements below. Any necessary construction, maintenance, or
repairs. shall be completed within 30 days of the inspection.
Additionally, the Discharger shall inspect all precipitation, diversion, and drainage
facilities for damage within 7 days following major storm events. Major storm
events are defined as 1 inch or more of rainfall within a 24 hour period. The
facility inspection shall include the Standard Observations contained in Section
EAJof Reporting Requirements below. Necessary repairs shall be completed
within 30 days of the inspection. The Discharger shall report the dates and
results of these facility inspections in the corresponding Semiannual
Groundwater, Surface Water, and Leachate Monitoring Report covering the
period when observations were made. ,
E. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. In the event the Discharger does not comply or will be unable to comply with any prohibition
or limitation of this Order for any reason, the Discharger shall notify the appropriate
Regional Board office by telephone as soon as it or its agents have knowledge of such
noncompliance or potential for noncompliance, and shall confirm this notification in writing
within twoweeks. The written notification shall state the nature, time, and cause of
noncompliance, and shall describe the measures being taken to prevent recurrences and
shall include a timetable for corrective actions.
2. The Discharger shall retain records .of all monitoring information,, including all calibration
and maintenance records, all original strip chart recordings of continuous monitoring
instrumentation, copies of all reports required bythis Order, and records of all data used to
complete the application for this Order. Records shall be maintained throughout the life of
the facility including the post -clean -closure period..
Such legible records shall show the following for each sample:
a. Sample identification and the monitoring point or background monitoring point from
which it was taken, along with the identity of the individual who obtained the sample;
b. Date, time, and manner of sampling;
•C. Date and time that analyses were started and completed, and the name of the
personnel and laboratory performing each analysis;
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d. Complete procedure used, including method of preserving the sample, and -the
identity and volumes of reagents used;
e. Calculation of results; and
f. Results of analyses, and the MDL'and PQL.for each analysis.
3. A transmittal letter explaining the essential points:shall accompany each quarterly Facility
Clean -Closure Monitoring Report. -At a minimum, the -:transmittal letter shall identify any
violations found since the last report was submitted, and if the violations were corrected.. If
no violations have occurred since the last submittal, this shall be stated in the transmittal
letter. The transmittal letter shall also state that a discussion of any violations found since
the last'report was submitted, and a description of the actions taken or planned for
correcting those violations, including any references to previously submitted time
schedules, is contained. in the accompanying -report.
4. Each Quarterly Facility Clean -Closure Monitoring .Re.portand Semiannual Groundwater,
Surface Water, and Leachate Monitoring Report shall include a compliance evaluation
summary. The compliance evaluation summary shall include a discussion of progress with
the clean -closure project. The summary shall contain at least:
a. For each monitoring point and background monitoring point addressed by the report, a
description of:
1) The time of water level measurement;
2) The type of pump : or other device -.used for purging and the elevation of the pump
intake relative to the elevation of the screened interval;
3) The method of purging (the pumping rate; the equipment and methods used to
monitor field pH, temperature, and conductivity during purging; the calibration of the
field equipment; results of the pH,.temperature, conductivity, and turbidity testing;
and the method of disposing of the purge water) to remove all portions of the water
that was in the well bore while the sample was being taken;
4) The type of pump - or other device - used for sampling, if different than the pump or
device used for purging; and
5) A statement that the sampling procedure was conducted in accordance with the
approved Sample Collection and Analysis Plan.
b. A map or aerial photograph showing the locations of observation stations, monitoring
points, and background monitoring points.
c. For each'groundwater body, a description and, graphical presentation of the gradient
and direction of groundwater flow under/around the Unit, and the groundwater flow rate,
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based upon water level elevations taken prior to the collection of the water quality data
submitted in the report.. .
d. Laboratory statements of results of all analyses evaluating compliance with
requirements.
e. An evaluation of the effectiveness of the leachate monitoring and control facilities, and
of.the run-off/run=on control facilities.
f. A summary and certification of completion of all Standard Observations for the 'Unit(s),
for the perimeter of the Unit, and for the receiving waters. The Standard Observations
shall be performed at least weekly during the life of the clean -closure project.
The Standard Observations shall include:
1) For the Unit:
a) Evidence of ponded water at any point;on the facility (show affected area on
map);
b) Evidence of odors - presence or absence, characterization, source,. and distance
of travel from source; and
c) Evidence of erosion and/or of day -lighted refuse.
2) Along the perimeter of the Unit-
a) Evidence of liquid leaving or entering the Unit, estimated size of affected area,
and flow rate (show affected area on map);
b) Evidence of odors - presence or absence, characterization, source, and distance
of travel from source; and
C) Evidence of erosion and/or of day -lighted refuse.
3) For receiving waters:
a) Floating and suspended materials of waste origin - presence or absence, source, ..
and size of .affected area;,
b) Discoloration and turbidity - description of color, source, and size of affected.
area;
c) Evidence of odors - presence or absence, characterization, source, and distance
of travel from source;
d) Evidence of water uses - presence of water -associated wildlife;
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e) Flow rate; and
f) Weather conditions - wind direction and estimated velocity, total precipitation
during recent days and on the day of observation.
5. The Discharger shall report by telephone any seepage from.the disposal area immediately
after it is discovered. A written report shall be filed with the Regional Board within seven
days, containing at least the following information:
a. A map showing the location(s) of seepage;
b. An estimate of the flow rate;
c.' A description of the nature of the discharge (e:g., all pertinent observations and
analyses);
d. Verification that samples have been submitted for analyses of the Constituents of
_Concern and Monitoring Parameters, and an'.estimated date that the results will be
submitted to the Regional Board; and
e. Corrective measures underway or proposed, and corresponding time schedule.
6. The Discharger shall submit an Annual Monitoring Summary Report to the Regional
Board covering the reporting period of the previous monitoring year. This report shall
contain:
a. All monitoring. parameters and constituents of concern shall be graphed so as to show
historical trends at each monitoring point and background monitoring point, for all
samples taken within at least the previous five calendar years. Each such graph shall
plot the concentration of one or more constituents for the period of. record for a given
monitoring point or background monitoring point, at a scale appropriate to show trends
or variations in water'quality. The graphs shall plot each datum, rather than plotting..
mean values. For any given constituent or parameter, the scale for background plots.
shall be the same as that used to plot downgradient data. Graphical analysis of .
monitoring data may be used to provide significant evidence of a release.
b. Unless otherwise exempted by the Executive Officer, all monitoring analytical data
,obtained during the previous five calendar years shall be submitted in tabular form as
well as in a digital file format acceptable to the Executive Officer. The Regional Board
regards the submittal of data in hard copy and in digital format as "...the form necessary
for..." statistical analysis [Title 27 CCR Section 20420(h)], in that this facilitates periodic
review by the Regional Board.
c. A comprehensive discussion of the compliance record, and the result of any corrective
actions taken or planned which may be needed to bring the Discharger into full
compliance with the waste discharge requirements.
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d. A map showing the areas where clean -closure activities occurred during the reporting
period.
e. A written summary describing the progress of the clean -closure project during the
reporting period.
f. An evaluation of the effectiveness of the leachate monitoring/control facilities.
The Discharger shall. implement 'the above monitoring program on the effective date of this
Program.
Ordered by.
PAMELA C. CREEDON, Executive Officer
4 May 2007
(Date)
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Constituents of Concern .(see Table IV)
Total Organic Carbon mg/L *Annually
Inorganics (dissolved). mg/L or pg/L *Annually
Semi -Volatile Organic Compounds' pg/L **5 years
(USEPA Method 8270C)
* Annual samples shall be collected during the 4`h calendar quarter of each year.
** The 5 -year samples shall be collected during 4t quarter of 2007, and during the 4`h calendar quarter every 5 years
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Parameter
Units
Frequency
Field Parameters
Groundwater Elevation
Ft. &.hundredths, M.S.L.
Semiannually
Temperature
oC
Semiannually
Electrical Conductivity
pmhos/cm
Semiannually
pH
pH units
Semiannually
-Turbidity,
Turbidity units
Semiannually
Monitoring Parameters
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
mg/L ,
Semiannually
Chloride
mg/L
Semiannually.
Carbonate
mg/L
Semiannually
Bicarbonate
mg/L
Semiannually.
Nitrate - Nitrogen
mg/L
Semiannually
Sulfate
mg/L
Semiannually'
Calcium
mg/L
Semiannually
Magnesium
mg/L
Semiannually
-Potassium
mg/L
Semiannually~
Sodium
mg/L
Semiannually
Tannins and Lignins
mg/L
Semiannually
Formaldehyde
pg/L
'Semiannually
(USEPA Method 8315)
Pentachlorophenol
pg/L
Semiannually
(Canadian Pulp Method)
2,3,4,6-Tetrachlorophenol
pg/L
Semiannually
(Canadian Pulp Method)
Volatile Organic Compounds
pg/L
Semiannually
(USEPA Method 8260, see Table IV)
Constituents of Concern .(see Table IV)
Total Organic Carbon mg/L *Annually
Inorganics (dissolved). mg/L or pg/L *Annually
Semi -Volatile Organic Compounds' pg/L **5 years
(USEPA Method 8270C)
* Annual samples shall be collected during the 4`h calendar quarter of each year.
** The 5 -year samples shall be collected during 4t quarter of 2007, and during the 4`h calendar quarter every 5 years
thereafter.
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TABLE II
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Parameter
Units
Frequency
.Field Parameters
Total Flow
Gallons
Monthly
Flow Rate .
Gallons/Day
Monthly,*
Electrical Conductivity
pmhos/cm
Monthly
pH,
pH units
Monthly ..
Monitoring Parameters
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
mg/L
*Annually
Chloride
mg/L
*Annually
Carbonate
mg/L .
*Annuaily
Bicarbonate
mg/L
*Annually
Nitrate - Nitrogen
mg/L
*Annually
Sulfate
mg/L
*Annually
Calcium
mg/L
*Annually
*Annually
Magnesium
mg/L
Potassium
mg/L
*Annually.
Sodium
mg/L
*Annually ,
Tannins and Lignins
mg/L
*Annually
Formaldehyde
pg/L
.*Annually.
(USEPA Method 8315)
`Pentachlorophenol
pg/L
*Annually .
(Canadian Pulp Method).
2,3,4,6-Tetrachlorophenol
Ng/L
*Annually
(Canadian Pulp Method)
Volatile Organic Compounds
pg/L
*Annually
(USEPA Method 8260, see Table
IV)
Constituents of Concern (see Table
IV),
Total Organic Carbon
mg/L _
*Annually
Inorganics (dissolved)
mg/L or pg/L
*Annually
Semi -Volatile Organic Compounds
pg/L
.*Annually
(USEPA Method 8270C)
Annual samples shall be collected during the
4th calendar quarter of each year.
If there is an insufficient volume of
leachate available during the 4`h quarter, then samples shall be collected at the
earliest possible date when sufficient
volumes exist for sampling purposes. .
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TABLE III
SURFACE WATER DETECTION MONITORING PROGRAM
Parameter
Units
Frequency
Field Parameters
Freeboard
Feet/Inches
We or Monthly
.Temperature
oC
Monthly
Electrical Conductivity
pmhos/cm
Monthly
pH
pHunits
Monthly
Total Suspended Solids
mg/L
Monthly
Total Settleable Solids
ml/L
Monthly
Turbidity
Turbidity units
Monthly
Discharge Flow Rate
Gallons/Day
Monthly
Monitoring Parameters
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
mg/L
*Semiannually
Total Organic Carbon
mg/L
*Semiannually
Tannins and Lignins
mg/L
*Semiannually
*Semiannually
Formaldehyde
pg/L
(USEPA Method 8315)
Pentachlorophenol
pg/L
*Semiannually
(Canadian Pulp Method)
2,3,4,6-Tetrachlorophenol
pg/L
*Semiannually
(Canadian Pulp Method)
Volatile Organic Compounds
pg/L
*Semiannually
(USEPA Method 8260, see Table IV)
Constituents of Concern (see Table IV)
Inorganics (dissolved)
mg/L or pg/L.
**Annually
Semi -Volatile Organic Compounds
pg/L-
***5 years
(USEPA Method:8270C)
* Semiannual samples shall be collected during the 2nd and 4`h calendar quarters of each
year. .
'* Annual samples shall be collected during the 4`h
calendar quarter of each year. If the detention basins contain no liquids
during the 4` 1 calendar quarter, then.samples shall be collected at the earliest possible
date when'sufficient volumes exist
for sampling purposes. •
*** The 5 -year samples shall be collected during 4`h
quarter of 2007, and during the 4`h
calendar quarter every'5 years
thereafter.
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TABLE IV,
CONSTITUENTS OF CONCERN &-APPROVED USEPA ANALYTICAL METHODS
Inorganics (dissolved): USEPA Method`
Cadmium 7131A
Total Chromium 6010
Chromium VI 3500.
Copper: 6010
Zinc 6010
Iron 6010
Manganese 6010
Arsenic 7062
Lead 7421
Mercury 7470A
Nickel 7521,
Cyanide 90108
Sulfide 9030B -
Volatile Organic Compounds:
USEPA Method 8260
Acetone
Acetonitrile (Methyl cyanide)
Acrolein
Acrylonitrile
Allyl chloride (3-Chloropropene).
Benzene
Bromochloromethane (Chlorobromomethane)
Bromodichloromethane (Dibromochloromethane)
Bromoform (Tribromomethane) .
Carbon disulfide
Carbon tetrachloride
Chlorobenzene
Chloroethane (Ethyl chloride)
Chloroform (Trichloromethane)
Chloroprene
Dibromochloromethane -(Chlorodibromomethane)
1,2-Dibromo-3-chloropropane (DBCP)
1,2-Dibromoethane (Ethylene dibromide; EDB)
o -Dichlorobenzene (1,2 -Dichlorobenzene)
m -Dichlorobenzene (1,3 -Dichlorobenzene)
p -Dichlorobenzene (1,4 -Dichlorobenzene)
trans- 1,4=Dichloro-2-butene
Dichlorodifluoromethane (CFC 12)
1,1-Dichloroethane (Ethylidene chloride)
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Continued
1,2-Dichloroethane (Ethylene dichloride)
1,1 -Dichloroethylene (1, I-Dichloroethene; Vinylidene chloride)
cis- I ,2-Dichloroethylene (cis-.1,2-Dichloroethene)
trans- I ,2-Dichloroethylene (trans- 1,2-Dichloroethene)
1,2-Dichloropropane (Propylene dichloride)"
1,3-Dichloropropane (Trimethylene dichloride)
2,2-Dichloropropane (Isopropylidene chloride)
1,1 -Dichloropropene
cis- 1,3-Dichloropropene
trans- I ,3-Dichloropropene
Di-isopropylether (DIPE)
Ethanol
Ethyltertiary butyl ether
Ethylbenzene
Ethyl methacrylate
Hexachlorobutadiene
Hexachloroethane
. 2-Hekanone (Methyl butyl ketone)
Isobutyl alcohol
Methacrylonitrile
Methyl bromide (Bromomethane)
Methyl chloride (Chloromethane)
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK; 2-Butanone)
Methyl iodide (lodomethane)
Methyl t -butyl ether `
Methyl methacrylate
4-Methyl-2-pentanone (Methyl isobutyl ketone)
Methylene bromide (Dibromomethane)
Methylene chloride (Dichloromethane)
Naphthalene -
' Propionitrile (Ethyl cyanide)
Styrene
Tertiary amyl methyl ether
Tertiary butyl alcohol
1,1,1,2 -Tetrachloroethane
1,1,2,2 -Tetrachloroethane
Tetrachloroethylene (Tetrachloroethene; Perchloroethylene; PCE)
Toluene
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
1,1,1 -Trichloroethane, Methylchloroform
1,1,2 -Trichloroethane
• Trichloroethylene (Trichloroethene; TCE)
Trichlorofluoromethane (CFC- 11)
1,2,3-Trichloropropane
Vinyl acetate
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Continued .
Vinyl chloride (Chloroethene)
Xylene (total)
Semi -Volatile Organic Compounds:
USEPA Method 8270 - base, neutral, & acid extractables
Acenaphthene
Acenaphthylene
Acetophenone
2 -Acetylaminofluorene (2 -AAF)
Aldrin
4=Aminobiphenyl
Anthracene
.Benzo[a]anthracene (Benzanth race ne)
Benzo[b]fluoranth'ene
Benzo[k]fluoranthene
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene
• Benzo[a]pyrene
Benzyl alcohol -
Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
alpha -BHC
beta -BHC
delta -BHC
gamma -BHC (Lindane)
Bis(2-chloroethoxy)methane
Bis(2-chloroethyl) ether (Dichloroethyl ether)
Bis(2-chloro-1-methyethyl) ether (Bis(2-chloroisopropyl) ether; DCIP) _
4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether
Butyl benzyl phthalate (Benzyl butyl phthalate)
Chlordane
p-Chloroaniline
Chlorobenzilate
p -Chloro -m -cresol (4-Chloro-3-methylphenol)
2-Chloronaphthalene
2 -Chlorophenol
4-Chlorophenyl phenyl ether
Chrysene
o -Cresol (2-methylphenol)
m -Cresol (3-methylphenol)
p -Cresol (4-methylphenol)
4,4' -DDD
4,4' -DDE `
4,4' -DDT
Diallate
Dibenz[a,h]anthracene
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Continued
Dibenzofuran
Di -n -butyl phthalate
3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine
2,4-Dichiorophenol
2,6-Dichiorophenol
Dieldrin
Diethyl phthalate
p-(Dimethylamino)azobenzene
7,12-Dimethylbenz[a]anthracene
3;3'-Dimethylbenzidine
2,.4-Dimehtylphenol (m -Xylenol)
Dimethyl phthalate
m-Dinitrobenzene
4-,6-Dinitro-o-cresol (4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol)
2,4-Dinitrophenol
2,4=Dinitrotoluene
• 2,6-Dinitrotoluene
Di-n-octyl phthalate
Diphenylamine .
Endosulfan
Endosulfan II
Endosulfan sulfate
Endrin
Endrin aldehyde
Ethyl methanesulfonate
Famphur
Fluoranthene
Fluorene
Heptachlor
Heptachlor epoxide
Hexachlorobenzene
Hexachlorocyclopentad iene
Hexachloropropene '
Indeno(1,2,3-c,d)pyrene
Isodrin
Isophorone
Isosafrole
-Kepone
Methapyrilene
Methoxychlor
3-Methylcholanthrene
• Methyl methanesulfonate
2 -Methylnaphthalene
1,4 -Naphthoquinone
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Continued
1 -Naphthylamine '
2 -Naphthylamine
o-Nitroaniline (2-Nitroaniline)
m-Nitroaniline (3-Nitroaniline)
p-Nitroaniline (4-Nitroaniline)
Nitrobenzene
o-Nitrophenol (2-Nitrophenol)
p-Nitrophenol (4-Nitrophenol)
N-Nitrosodi-n-butylamine (Di-n-butylnitrosamine)
N-Nitrosodiethylamine (Diethylnitrosamine)
N-Nitrosodimethylamine (Dimethylnitrosamine)
N-Nitrosodiphenylamine (Diphenylnitrosamine)
N-Nitrosodipropylamine (N-Nitroso-N-dipropylamine; Di-n-propylnitrosamine)
N-Nitrosomethylethylamine (Methylethyinitrosamine)
N-Nitrosopiperidine
N -N itrosospyrrol id ine
5 -Nitro -o -toluidine
Pentachlorobenz'ene
Pentachloronitrobenzene (PCNB) .
Pentachlorophenol
Phenacetin
Phenanthrene
Phenol .
p-Phenylenediamine
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs; Aroclors)
Pronamide
Pyrene
Safrole
1,2,4,5-Tetrachlorobenzene
2,3,4,6-Tetrachlorophenol
or -Toluidine
Toxaphene
2,4,5 -Trichlorophenol
0,0,0-Triethyl phosphorothioate
sym-Trinitrobenzene
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INFORMATION SHEET
• ORDER NO. R5-2007-0042
OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES, ET AL.
FOR CLEAN -CLOSURE OF
.OROVILLE LANDFILL PROPERTIES CLASS III WOOD WASTE LANDFILL
BUTTE COUNTY
The Oroville'Landfill Properties Class III Wood Waste Landfill is located approximately three
miles south.of Oroville. The site is owned by Oroville Landfill Properties, Oroville Landfill
Properties LLC, Jack M. Steebles LLC, Carol Ann Seidenglanz LLC, and Steven Conn
Seidenglanz LLC (hereafter Oroville Landfill Properties; et al. or Discharger). The site began
operations in 1973 under the former ownership of Louisiana-Pacific Corporation. In
September 2002, Oroville Landfill Properties et al purchased the site.
Three waste management units (Units) exist at the 1*05 acre facility. Units 1 and 2 were used
for disposal of wood'waste and Unit 4 was used for disposal of ash from a nearby wood fired
cogeneration facility. No wastes have been disposed at the site'since 2001.
Four major geologic units have been identified. beneath the site. The units that have been
identified from the top of the meta -volcanic bedrock to the ground surface are the. [one
Formation, the Merhten Formation, the Nomlaki Tuff, and the Laguna formation. With the
exception of the volcanic Nomlaki Tuff, the units are composed of Cenozoic flood deposits .
from the current and ancestral Feather River System.. The Laguna and Merhten Formations
•contain water bearing sands and gravels that are commonly separated by interbedded clayey
aquitards.
Four monitoring wells make up the groundwater detection monitoring system. First
encountered groundwater is between 75 and 140 feet below the native ground surface.
Groundwater flow at the site is generally towards the southwest.
The Discharger proposes.to clean -close the landfill and transport',recovered materials to
locations or facilities approved by the Executive Officer for re -use or disposal. Once the'clean-
closure.project is complete,.the Dischargerwill implement.appropriate erosion and sediment
control -best management practices until the site is stabilized. Two years of post -clean -closure
groundwater monitoring is also required. after'completion of the clean -closure project. The
Discharger will no longer be subject to waste discharge requirements or post -closure
Maintenance after completion of the clean -closure project is approved. This revised Order
allows for clean -closure of the Oroville Landfill Properties Class III Wood Waste Landfill.
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