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SUPERFUi\!D SECTION
Draft
Sampling and Analysis Plan
Volume 1 -Field Sampling Plan
Remedial Design
Ram Leather Care Site
Charlotte, Mecklenberg County, North Carolina
March 24, 2005
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DRAFT
SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS PLAN
VOLUME 1 -FIELD SAMPLING PLAN
REMEDIAL DESIGN
RAM LEATHER CARE SITE
CHARLOTTE, MECKLENBURG COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
USEPA Work Assignment 369-RDRD-A419
BVSPC Project No. 048369
March 24, 2005
Prepared by
Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp.
1145 Sanctuary Parkway, Suite 475
Atlanta, Georgia 30004
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Field Sampling Plan
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Work Assignment No. 369-RDRD-A419
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Section and Page Ng.
Acronyms and Abbreviations .......................................... AA-1
1.0 Introduction ...................................................... 1-1
2.0 Investigation Objectives ............................................. 2-1
2.1 Location ...................................................... 2-1
2.2 Site Description ................................................ 2-1
2.3 Operational History .............................................. 2-1
2.4 Nature and Extent of Contamination ................................ 2-5
2.5 Interim Record of Decision ........................................ 2-5
3.0 Technical Approach to Field Operations ................................. 3-1
3.1 Aquifer Test ................................................... 3-1
3. 1.1 Deep Well Aquifer Test ..................................... 3-2
3 .1.2 Groundwater Extraction Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.1.3 Carbon Treatment .......................................... 3-3
3.1.4 Effluent Sampling .......................................... 3-3
3.1.5 Water Discharge ........................................... 3-4
3.2 Decontamination Procedures ...................................... 3-4
4.0 Sample Designation ................................................ 4-1
4.1 Sample Designation History ...................................... 4-1
4.2 Sample Numbering ............................................. 4-1
5.0 Sampling Handling and Analyses ...................................... 5-1
5.1 Sample Containment and Preservation .............................. 5-1
5.2 Sample Collection Documentation ................................. 5-1
5.2.1 Field Operations Records ................................... 5-1
5.2.2 Sample Custody Documentation .............................. 5-2
6.0 Site Management Plan ............................................... 6-1
6.1 Investigation Derived Waste Handling ............................... 6-1
6.2 Investigation Derived Waste Handling Characterization and Disposal ...... 6-2
7.0 References ........................................................ 7-1
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Tables
Table 1-1
Table 3-1
Table 3-2
Table 3-3
Figures
Figure 1-1
Figure 1-2
Table of Contents (Continued)
Interim Record of Decision Cleanup Levels for Chemicals of Concern
Sample Codes, Proposed Sample Activities, Locations, and Rationale
Analtyical Method and Sample Summary
Sample Checklist
Site Location Map
Site Layout Map
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ARAR
Black & Veatch
BOA
BOD
CD
CERCLA
CLP
DCA
DCE
DNAPL
DQO
EISOPQAM
gpm
EPA
FSP
IDW
IROD
kg
MCDEP
NCDEM
NCDENR
NCDWM
NOV
NPDES
PCE
PCMP
PPE
ppb
PVC
QA
QAPP
QC
RA
RCRA
Acronyms and Abbreviations
Applicable or relevant and appropriate requirement
Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp.
Basic Ordering Agreement
Biochemical oxygen demand
Compact disc
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
Contract Laboratory Program
I, 1-Dichloroethane
1,1-Dichloroethene
dense non-aqueous phase liquid
Data quality objective
Environmental Investigations Standard Operating Procedures and Quality
Assurance Manual
gallons per minute
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Field Sampling Plan
Investigation-derived waste
Interim Record of Decision
Kilogram
Mecklenburg County Department of Environmental Protection
North Carolina Division of Environmental Management
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
North Carolina Division of Solid Waste Management
Notice of Violation
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
Tetrachloroethylene
Pollution Control and Mitigation Plan
personal protective equipment
parts per billion
polyvinyl chloride
Quality assurance
Quality Assurance Project Plan
Quality control
Remedial action
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
Field Sampling Plan
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RD
RI
SAP
SARA
SESD
SMP
sow
svoc
TCE
TDP
TDS
TOC
TSS
voe
WAM
Remedial design
Remedial Investigation
Sampling and Analysis Plan
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
Science and Ecosystem Support Division
Site Management Plan
Statement of Work
Semi-volatile organic compound
Trichloroethyelene
Transportation and Disposal Plan
Total dissolved solids
Total organic carbon
Total suspended solids
Volatile organic compound
Work Assignment Manager
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1.0 Introduction
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The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under the authority of the
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of I 980
(CERCLA), as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
(SARA), has initiated procedures to prepare a Remedial Design (RD) for the Ram Leather
Care site located in Charlotte, Mecklenberg County, North Carolina. The RD is to address
soil and groundwater contamination identified at the site as the result of past site activities.
The RD will specify the designs for the implementation of pertinent response measures
which will protect human health and the environment as specified in the selected remedy in
the Interim Record of Decision (IROD) for the issued on September 30, 2004 (EPA, 2004a).
The selected interim remedy design activities include pump-and-treat with physical/chemical
treatment for groundwater and soil excavation and disposal. A site vicinity map and a site
layout map are presented as Figures 1-1 and 1-2, respectively.
This Sampling and Analysis Plan (SAP), including a Field Sampling Plan (FSP) and Quality
Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) (Black & Veatch, 2005), has been prepared by Black &
Veatch Special Projects Corp. (Black & Veatch) under Contract Number 68-W-99-043 with
EPA Region 4 and under specific authorization ofEP A Region 4 through Work Assignment
Number 369-RDRD-A419 StatementofWork (SOW) (EPA, 2004b) and in accordance with
the Draft Remedial Design Work Plan for the Ram Leather Care Site, dated December 6,
2004 (Black & Veatch, 2004). The Draft Remedial Design Work Plan for the Ram Leather
Care Site was approved by EPA on February 24, 2005.
The purpose of this SAP is to ensure that sampling data collection activities will be
comparable to and compatible with previous data collection activities performed at the Ram
Leather Care Site while providing a mechanism for planning and approving field activities.
This SAP consists of two volumes: (1) the FSP provides guidance for all fieldwork by
defining in detail the sampling and data collection methods to be used during project
execution; and (2) the QAPP describes the policy, organization, functional activities, and the
quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) protocols necessary to achieve data quality
objectives (DQOs) dictated by the intended use of the data.
The FSP is incorporated as the text of this document, along with the Site Management Plan
(SMP) (including the Pollution Control and Mitigation Plan [PCMP] and Transportation and
Disposal Plan [TDP]) as Section 6. The QAPP is a separate bound volume that is
incorporated in this SAP. The QAPP is bound separately to facilitate use during field
activities (Black & Veatch, 2005). Tables and figures associated with each volume are
presented at the end of each document.
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2.1 Location
2.0 Background
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The Ram Leather Care Site is located at 15100 Albemarle Road (Route 24/27) in a rural area
of eastern Mecklenburg County, North Carolina,just west of the Cabarrus County line. The
site is located at 35° 13' 41" North Latitude and 80° 36' 24.50" West Longitude. The site is
located approximately four miles west of the Charlotte city boundary.
2.2 Site Description
Ram Leather Care restored leather goods and operated as a dry cleaning facility. Chlorinated
hydrocarbon chemicals [primarily tetrachloroethylene (PCE) and petroleum hydrocarbons
(mineral spirits)] were used in the cleaning process. The dry cleaning facility is no longer
in operation. The site later operated as a weekend flea market, however is now closed to the
public.
A site vicinity map and a site location map are presented as Figures 1-1 and 1-2, respectively.
The site is surrounded by residential property. To the south is a 14-acre privately owned
parcel. A small fishing pond is located on the 14-acre parcel. To the east is an 8-acre
privately owned parcel. To the north is another privately owned parcel. To the west is an
18-acre privately owned parcel. Albemarle Road and the Norfolk Southern Railroad are
located north of the site. A gravel road running southeast from the Ram Leather driveway
provides access to two residences and the small pond. A septic tank drainfield is located
south of the site. A former drinking water well (DW00 11) is located in the northwest portion
of the site.
2.3 Operational History
The majority of the operational history information presented below was obtained from the
Remedial Investigation Report, Phase I, dated March 14, 2000, and prepared by EPA Region
4 Science and Ecosystem Support Division (SESD) (EPA, 2000).
The Ram Leather Care facility operated from 1977 to 1993. The building was constructed
in 1967 and housed a construction business owned by Mr. Worley until 1977. On May 6,
1987, Ram Leather submitted its first Notification of Hazardous Waste Activity. Ram
Leather reported that it was a generator of less than 1,000 kilograms.(kg)/month ofD00l
RCRA wastes ( as defined in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, 40 CFR 261.21 ).
On June 8, 1987, EPA assigned the number NCD 982 096 653 to Ram Leather as a small
quantity generator.
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On April 6, 1991, during a complaint investigation of a demolition landfill on adjacent
property, Mecklenburg County Department of Environmental Protection (MCDEP) inspector
discovered illegal open burning at the Ram Leather Care Site. The facility operator was
burning filters containing PCE. The facility was instructed to stop and complied. MCDEP
issued a Notice of Violation (NOV) for this burning.
On April 29, 1991, the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
(NCDENR) inspector visited the site. The inspector noted that the last documented disposal
. ofD00 I waste petroleum naphtha was on February 12, 1988. Mr. Worley stated that the Dry
Cleaners Trade Association had sent information that certain petroleum-based dry cleaning
solvents were no longer deemed hazardous waste and that he had assumed that his waste was
no longer hazardous. The inspector discovered a 250-gallon above-ground storage tank of
D00 I waste mineral spirits and 49 drums ofliquid waste in an outside waste storage area.
Bungs were open, allowing rainwater to enter the drums and waste to overflow. Logs and
drum markings were not maintained. The drums were standing in liquid. A composite
sample of drum contents and a surface soil sample were taken on May 2, 1991.
The North Carolina Division of Environmental Management (NCDEM), Water Quality
Section was notified April 30, 1991, of a boiler blow-off in the storage area. A permit had
not been issued for the site, making this an illegal discharge. The area had been recently
graded to allow surface water runoff to flow toward Albemarle Road. A drinking water well
was noted within 50 feet of the storage area and was sampled on May 6, 1991, by MCDEP.
Due to contamination found in the well, Ram Leather was advised to discontinue using the
well for drinking. On May 13, 1991, all off-site drinking water wells within ½ mile were
sampled. Two private residential wells were found to be contaminated.
On June 5, 1991, a North Carolina Hazardous Waste Inspector visited the Ram Leather Care
Site to provide instructions to Mr. Worley. While there, Ram Leather requested a change in
classification under RCRA because the 49 drums ofD00l hazardous waste were in excess
of 6,000 kg, exceeding small quantity generator status. Mr. Worley stated that PCE filters
were stored in a dumpster prior to disposal in a landfill. Stored hazardous wastes were
shipped off-site for dipsosal on June 14, 1991. Ram Leather was reclassified as a Large
Quantity generator on June 17, 1991.
On June 24, 1991, an Imminent Action NOV (Docket #91-264) was issued to Ram Leather
Care for Stor~ge and Disposal of Hazardous Waste. The compliance schedule required
submittal ofa comprehensive sampling and analysis report by July 26, 1991, soil removal
with post-excavation samples by September I, 1991, and removal of all hazardous wastes
by September I, I 991.
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On July 2, 1991, an NOV was issued by NCDEM Groundwater Section for violation of
groundwater quality standards. The NOV required remediation of contaminated soil and
groundwater and provision of an alternate water supply to affected well owners (Parnell and
Beaver). On July 26, 1991, NCDEM Groundwater Section held in abeyance the order to
remediate the site and deferred lead agency status to the North Carolina Hazardous Waste
Section. The NOV still required provision of alternate water supply to affected well owners.
On August 2, 1991, Ram Leather responded to NCDEM by letter and said that the two
private residences had been provided with bottled water and on November 5, 1991, Ram
Leather submitted a Technical and Field Data Report to NCDENR.
On January 24, 1992, a Compliance Order with Administrative Penalty, Docket #92-068 was
issued by the North Carolina Division of Solid Waste Management (NCDSWM). This NOV
stated that between 1977 and 1984, wastes generated from the use of chlorinated
hydrocarbons were disposed of in a metal dumpster. After 1984, 55-gallon drums were used
to store the solvents which were then transported off-site for recycling. Between 1984 and
1988, wastes were also stored in an above-ground waste tank supported by a concrete pad
on the west side of the building. The NOV cited Ram Leather for storage of hazardous waste
on-site for longer than 90 days, improper or lack of marking on hazardous waste containers,
failure to file an annual report, discharge of DOOi and F002 hazardous wastes onto the
ground and into the groundwater, and failure to submit a permit application. The NOV
imposed a penalty.
On February 26, 1992, Ram Leather filed a petition for an Administrative hearing to contest
the order. On April 29, 1992, NOV Docket#92-232 was issued to Ram Leather by the NC
Hazardous Waste Section for failure to submit an annual report. On May 12, 1992, Ram
Leather responded with the annual report and contested the NOV. Ram Leather stated that
generator status was based on amount generated, not stored. The annual report stated that
the following quantities of wastes were generated and shipped off-site in 1991:
Perchloroethylene/ignitable, D039
Filters containing waste perchloroethylene/ignitable, D039
Filters containing waste mineral spirits/ignitable, DOOi
Waste mineral spirits/ignitable, D00 1
2,900 kilograms (kg)
1,268 kg
700 kg
3,315kg
On July 17, 1992, Ram Leather provided a Soil Vapor Extraction Proposal to NCDENR
Attorney General's Office. A memo dated July 29, I 992, from the North Carolina
Hazardous Waste Inspector to the North Carolina Assistant Attorney General, states that
Ram Leather was not in compliance with NOV Docket #91-264. This memo also stated that
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Ram Leather had made little attempt to meet the requirements of the order which required
removal of on-site contaminated soil.
On January 30, I 992, Mecklenburg County again sampled area wells. NCDEM
communicated to Mr. Worley on March 16, 1992, that he was still required to provide
alternate water supply to residents with contaminated wells. It was suggested that Mr.
Worley consider a point of entry filter system. On July 15, 1992, Ram Leather sampled three
water supply wells including the new onsite well. An August I 0, 1992, letter states that Ram
Leather continues to supply alternate water supplies to both residences. On August 26, 1992,
Mecklenburg County again sampled area wells and determined that an additional residential
well was also contaminated. On March 18, 1993, Ram Leather filed for Chapter 7 Voluntary
Bankruptcy. On April 19, 1993, NCDEM requested that the Commerce Finance Center
pursue funding to provide a permanent alternate water supply.
Additional well samples taken by Mecklenburg County on June 22, I 993 showed that the
well at 15205 Albemarle Road was contaminated. Subsequent tests have shown the well
clean. On September 8, 1993, NCDSWM Waste Management Branch referred the site to the
North Carolina Superfund Section for possible immediate action to provide a reliable
alternative water supply to the residents. A September 28, 1993, inspection report stated that
the Ram Leather facility was in Chapter 7 bankruptcy and had been unable to comply with
Compliance Order with Administrative Penalty Docket #92-068 in full. Alternative water
was still being provided to area .residents who would accept it, but site cleanup had not
progressed.
On February 16, 1994, the North Carolina Superfund Section requested that EPA evaluate
Ram Leather for a possible removal action and on March 16, 1994, the EPA sampled on-site
soil and neighboring wells. The EPA determined that wells surrounding the site were below
removal action levels and assigned the site a low priority for removal action.
Between the EPA removal evaluation and September 26, 1995, a new deep well was installed
at the residence located across the street from the facility. The resident had discontinued
using bottled water and had resumed drinking the groundwater. The new well was sampled
during the North Carolina Superfund Section Site Inspection on September 26, 1995. The
well showed 204 parts per billion (ppb) of PCE which was much higher than any previous
sampling results from that residence. The MCDEP also sampled the well and found a high
level of PCE. The NC Superfund Section again requested an EPA removal action. The EPA
sampled the well and determined that it qualified for a high priority removal action.
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2.4 Nature and Extent of Contamination
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EPA SESD completed the first phase of the Remedial Investigation (RI) in 1999 to assess
the areal and vertical extent of contaminated soil and groundwater at the site, and to
determine whether additional potable wells adjacent to the site were contaminated. In 2000,
EPA tasked CDM to undertake additional groundwater studies (Phase II). The main
objectives of the additional studies were to determine the nature of the fracture zones in the
area and the extent of contamination in the fractured bedrock aquifer. A review of the data
collected suggests that the extent of contamination has been defined to the north and
west-northwest of the site, but remains to be defined on the southern side and the
east-northeast directions from the facility. Additional characterization data is required for
a long-term remedy. Additionally, four private wells sampled during the RI still showed
unacceptable levels of contamination in the 2000 sampling event.
The data collected during the 1999 EPA RI and the 2000 CDM groundwater investigation,
as well as earlier investigations, suggest that soils and groundwater at the site and
groundwater at neighboring private wells are contaminated with chlorinated solvents
typically associated with dry cleaning operations. Limited full scan data that have been
collected previously indicate that metals, semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOCs), and
pesticides are not a problem at the site. Site-related contaminants include PCE,
trichloroethylene (TCE), 1, 1-dichloroethene (DCE), and 1, 1-dichloroethane (DCA). The
extent of contamination has been estimated to the north and west-northwest of the site. The
extent remains to be defined on the southern side and east-northeast directions from the
facility. The two former potable onsite wells (the "old" and the "new") have high levels of
contamination. The four private wells in the immediate vicinity still show unacceptable
levels of contamination.
Contamination migration pathways were evaluated in rock cores obtained from boring B-1.
Analysis of the cores showed a diagonal fracture pattern, suggesting pathways have existed
for dense non-aqueous phase liquid (DNAPL) and/ or dissolved PCE in dry cleaning fluids
to migrate downward to the subsurface. The depth of migration is dependent primarily on
the actual geometry of the fracture system, which cannot be determined without detailed
analysis.
2.5 Interim Record of Decision
The Interim Record of Decision (IROD) for the Ram Leather Care site was issued on
September 30, 2004 (EPA, 2004a). The interim remedy selected in the !ROD includes Soil
Alternative S3 -Excavation, Off-Site Transportation, and Disposal at Subtitle D Landfill;
and Groundwater Alternative G3 -Pump and Treat with Physical/Chemical Treatment and
Groundwater Monitoring. The selected interim remedy meets the requirements of the two
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mandatory threshold criteria: protection of human health and the environment and
compliance with applicable or relevant and appropriate requirements (ARARs) while
providing the best balance of benefits and tradeoffs among the five balancing criteria,
including long-term effectiveness and permanence; short-term effectiveness;
implementability; reduction of mobility, toxicity, and volume through treatment; and cost.
The selected interim remedy also includes flexibility, to the extent possible, to allow for
future redevelopment of the site.
The IROD cleanup levels for the chemical of concern at the Ram Leather Care site are
presented in the Table 1-1.
The !ROD for Ram Leather Care describes several source categories; the areas identified
were the septic tank/septic tank drain field, former dumpster area, surface water ditch/culvert,
and former drum storage area.
Septic Tank/Septic Tank Drain Field-A subsurface septic tank wastewater system has been
in operation at the site since 1977. The septic tank is located on the north side of the Ram
Leather Care building. Wastewater from the septic tank was pumped to a drain field in the
southern portion of the property. This partially vegetated area is unfenced and accessible to
the adjacent residents.
Former Dumpster Area -The former dumpster area (where filter burning occurred) is
located on the south side of the Ram Leather Care building. This area is currently covered
and serves as part of the gravel parking lot. The wastes generated at the site were placed in
the metal dumpster from 1977 until 1984. The dumpster has since been removed.
Surface Water/Ditch Culvert -Water from the northern portion of the site flows in a ditch
and through culverts under a railroad track and Route 24/27 to an intermittent stream across
the street from the site. Soil samples were collected from locations just prior to entering the
culvert under the railroad track. The area was sampled to determine if contamination was
leaving the site via surface water drainage.
Former Drum Storage Area -After 1984, 55-gallon drums were used to store the waste
generated at the site. The former drum storage area is located next to the western part of the
building where drums were placed on a cement pad. A grassy area is adjacent to the cement
pad. Contamination in this area is due, in part, to drum leakage and spills. When discovered
in 1991, it was noted that the bungs had been left open allowing rain to enter the drums and
overflow. Areas of stained or stressed vegetation have been observed in the area adjacent to
the drum storage area.
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During the April 1999 investigation, a hole was uncovered adjacent to the drum pad. The
hole had been drilled and was approximately 10 inches in diameter. The hole had been
drilled to a depth in excess of IO feet and is currently filled with collapsed material to a depth
of 10 feet. The drilled hole was covered by a 55-gallon drum lid and cement. Air monitoring
conducted by EPA at the top of the hole indicated the presence of organic compounds. It is
not known whether the hole was due to a failed well installation attempt, past sampling
activities, or was used for past dumping of solvents. The hole would have received storm
water runoff from the drum storage area.
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This section presents the field operations to be conducted as part of the RD for the Ram
Leather Care Site, and details the protocols and procedures that will be followed.
Specific sampling and preservation procedures to be used in the field investigation are
detailed in the following sections. The EPA Region 4 Environmental Investigations
Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance Manual (EISOPQAM) will serve
as the primary document from which all field procedures will be developed (EPA, 2001).
Container, preservation, and holding time requirements must also meet the requirements of
the EISOPQAM and SESD's Laboratory Operations and Quality Assurance Manual (EPA,
2004c ). The analytical methods selected and/or modified will have detection limits that are
less than, or equal to, the IROD remediation goals. All contractor personnel conducting
sampling will be experienced in implementing the sampling procedures as outlined herein.
Modifications and/or changes to the procedures described in the EISOPQAM will not be
implemented without the prior approval of EPA and will be documented in field logbooks
and on the Field Change Request Form presented in the QAPP (Black & Veatch, 2005).
3.1 Aquifer Test
The primary objective of the aquifer (step draw down) test will be to determine the design
extraction rate needed for the groundwater contaminant levels present in order to size the
groundwater extraction and treatment system as proposed in the IROD. This information
will be used to determine potential groundwater extraction rates and to ascertain extraction
well specifications. This information will be used in Black & Veatch's RD of the pump and
treat system, and will be provided to the performance-based groundwater remedial action
(RA) subcontractor for implementation of the groundwater interim remedy.
All activities associated with the aquifer test will be recorded in a field logbo.ok as described
in Section 2.6 of the QAPP (Black & Veatch, 2005). Groundwater purging and sampling
activities will also be recorded in the field logbook and on a Groundwater Sample Collection
Record as presented in Section 2.6 of the QAPP (Black & Veatch, 2005).
A total of 5 water samples will be collected in conjunction with the aquifer test, and will be
submitted to either an EPA Contract Laboratory Program (CLP) designated laboratory,
SESD, or a subcontract laboratory. Details on these samples are provided in the following
sections.
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The aquifer pumping test will be conducted at onsite deep well DW00 I I. This well is 6
inches in diameter, and is 510 feet deep. The location of onsite deep well DW00I I is
presented on Figure 1-2.
Water will be extracted from the pumping well with a submersible pump capable of pumping
10 to 15 gallons per minute (gpm). The submersible pump will be installed and connected
to the appropriate electrical and plumbing hardware to enable the pumping rate to be varied
within the desired range, or pulsed if required.
The aquifer test will be conducted for 24 hours of continuous constant-rate pumping. The
pumping rate will be monitored every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours and every hour
thereafter. The pumping rate will be monitored by a totalizing flow meter supplemented by
manual checks using volume-calibrated containers. The water level in the pumping well will
be monitored by a dedicated pressure transducer and with a self-contained electronic data
logger; data from the logger will be downloaded via a personal computer connection.
Electronic water level measurements will be supplemented with periodic manual
measurements. A second set of critical equipment (including pump, generator, and pressure
transducer) will be kept on-hand in case of malfunction. Upon pumping completion, the
recovery of the water level will be recorded until the water level reaches 90 percent of the
static level, whereupon the test is complete.
During the 24-hour aquifer test, pumped groundwater will be field-monitored for
temperature, conductivity, pH, visual clarity, and odor at least one per hour ( or a minimum
of24 field measurement readings).
3.1.2 Groundwater Extraction Sampling
A total of three groundwater samples will be collected during the aquifer test from onsite
deep well DW00 11 (Figure 3-1) for volatile organics, metals, and water quality parameter
analyses. Sample codes, activities, locations, and rationale are presented on Table 3-1. A
summary of analytical methods, containers, preservatives, holding time requirements, and
the number of field and QC samples is presented on Table 3-2. A sample checklist
presenting the analyses and QC sample designations per sample code is provided on Table
3-3.
The aquifer test will be conducted for a 24-hour period. It is assumed that samples of
pumped groundwater will be collected during the initial (sample DW0I 1-AT0 I), middle (at
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approximately the 12th hour) (sample DW0I l-AT02), and final (sample DW0l 1-AT03)
portions of the pumping period.
Samples will be collected directly from the submersible pump. Samples will be allowed to
run directly into all sample containers with the metals sample aliquot being collected first.
Each volatile organic (VOA) sample vial will be filled such that no headspace remains in the
sample container. Measurements of pH, specific conductance, temperature, and turbidity
will be recorded at the time of sampling.
Samples DW0l 1-AT0I and DW011-AT02 will be designated for volatile organics and
metals and submitted to an EPA Region 4 designated CLP laboratory for analysis. These two
samples will also be designated for water quality parameters, including total dissolved solids
(TDS), total suspended solids (TSS), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), total organic
carbon (TOC), hardness, alkalinity, chloride, nitrate, sulfate, and phosphate; these sample
will be analyzed by either a subcontract laboratory or EPA Region 4 SESD. Sample
DW0l 1-A T03 will be designated for volatile organics, metals, and water quality parameters
and submitted to a subcontract laboratory for expedited analyses in order to begin the
preliminary design of the interim groundwater remedy prior to receipt of the CLP data.
Analtyical methods for the aforementioned analyses are presented on Table 3-2.
3.1.3 Carbon Treatment
The aquifer pump test will generate a significant quantity (approximately 20,000 gallons) of
contaminated water for treatment and disposal. A temporary groundwater treatment and
discharge system will be installed to treat the water to proper disposal. The system will be
comprised of an activated carbon unit, a large effluent tank, and discharge piping; multiple
activated carbon units may be required. The extracted groundwater will be pumped at an
estimated rate of 10 to 15 ppm directly through the activated carbon unit before collection
into the effluent tank.
3.1.4 Effluent Sampling
Following carbon treatment, the water will be temporarily contained in a 21,000 gallon Frac
tank prior to discharge. The aquifer test will be conducted for a 24-hour period. Sample EF-
12HR will be collected at the approximate mid-point (or 12th hour) of groundwater
extraction, and sample EF-24HR will be collected after groundwater extraction and treatment
is complete. Both samples will be designated for volatile organics, metals, and water quality
parameter (TDS, TSS, BOD, TOC, hardness, alkalinity, chloride, nitrate, sulfate, and
phosphate) and submitted to the subcontract laboratory for expedited analysis. Sample codes,
activities, locations, and rationale are presented on Table 3-1. A summary of analytical
methods, containers, preservatives, holding time requirements, and the number of field and
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QC samples is presented on Table 3-2. A sample checklist presenting the analyses and QC
sample designations per sample code is provided on Table 3-3.
It is assumed that samples of carbon-treated groundwater will be collected from an in-line
spigot located between the carbon filter and the Frac tank. Samples will be allowed to run
directly into all sample containers with the metals sample aliquot being collected first. Each
VOA sample vial will be filled such that no headspace remains in the sample container.
Measurements of pH, specific conductance, temperature, and turbidity will be recorded at
the time of sampling .
3.1.5 Water Discharge
Upon receipt of results from the effluent water samples indicating the discharge standards
have been meet, it is assumed that the treated water will be allowed to discharge to either the·
on-site pond or the drainage ditch ( exact location to be determined). At the date of this
document, the EPA W AM is in the process of contacting the Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality (704/663-1699) to determine if a National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit is required for this type of discharge.
3.2 Decontamination Procedures
Procedures for equipment decontamination will be implemented to avoid cross-
contamination of subsurface strata and samples of various media which are to be submitted
for chemical analyses. Decontamination procedures will meet or exceed the requirements
of the EISOPQAM (EPA, 2001). One decontamination station will be constructed during
the course of the field work. The decontamination station location will be selected by Black
& Veatch personnel. All sampling equipment will be thoroughly cleaned and
decontaminated before initial use and before leaving the site area upon completion of field
activities.
The following procedures are to be used for all sampling equipment used to collect routine
samples undergoing trace organic oi inorganic constituent analyses:
I. Clean with tap water and soap using a brush if necessary to remove particulate
matter and surface films. Equipment may be steam cleaned ( soap and high pressure
hot water) as an alternative to brushing. Sampling equipment that is steam cleaned
should be placed on racks or saw horses at least two feet above the floor of the
decontamination pad. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or plastic items should not be
steam cleaned.
2. Rinse thoroughly with tap water.
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4. Rinse thoroughly with pesticide grade isopropanol. Do not rinse PVC or plastic
items with pesticide grade isopropanol.
5. Rinse thoroughly with organic/analyte free water. If organic/analyte free water is
not available, equipment should be allowed to completely dry.
6. Remove the equipment from the decontamination area and cover with plastic.
Equipment stored overnight will be wrapped in aluminum foil and covered and
sealed with clean, unused plastic.
Final decontamination ofall equipment used to complete the sampling effort will be required
prior to equipment demobilization from the site. This decontamination step is required to
prevent contaminants from being transported offsite by subcontractors' vehicles. Final
decontamination will be performed at the decontamination area and will be witnessed by
field personnel.
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4.1 Sample Designation History
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For samples collected during the 1999 RI for the Ram Leather Care Site, sample
identification was in the following format:
AA###XX, where:
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Two letter code to identify sample location (DU -dwnpster, DS -drum
storage, ND -drainage ditch/culvert, SS -septic system, MW -monitoring
well, PW -potable well, DW -deep well, ST -septic tank).
A three digit code (assigned sequentially) used to designate the order in
which the sample was collected (001, 002, etc.).
Two digit code (assigned sequentially to subsurface soil samples) to
designate sample station and sampling depth (A -surface, B - 5 ft, C -10 ft,
etc.).
Sampling conducted in August 1999 primarily focused on the former drum storage area. The
sampling identification was RL###, where RL represents Ram Leather Care and### was a
three digit code, assigned sequentially, to designate the sample station and sampling depth.
4.2 Sample Numbering
A sample nwnbering system will be used to identify each sample for analysis. The purpose
of this nwnbering system is to provide a tracking system for retrieval of data on each sample.
The sample nwnbers will include the Ram Leather Care Site location and the well location.
A more detailed explanation of how the samples are to be nwnbered is presented in the
QAPP (Black & Veatch, 2005).
Due to the I 0-character space restraint applicable to EPA Region 4 CLP data, the following
naming convention will be used:
Groundwater Extraction Sample DWO 11-A TO I
(Drinking Water Well DWOOl l, Aquifer Test, Sample I)
Groundwater Extraction Duplicate Sample DWOI 1-AT99
(Drinking Water Well DWOOl 1, Aquifer Test, Duplicate Sample)
Effluent Sample EF-12HR
(Effluent Sample collected at 12th hour of extraction period)
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5.1 Sample Containment and Preservation
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Sample containment and preservation are as important to any environmental sampling event
as the procedures by which the sample is collected. All of the groundwater samples to be
collected at the Ram Leather Care Site as described in Section 3.0 of this FSP will be are be
analyzed by analytical methods presented in Table 3-2.
5.2 Sample Collection Documentation
Sample collection documentation procedures are another vital aspect of any environmental
sampling event. Each sample or field measurement must be properly documented to
facilitate timely, correct, and complete analysis. Additionally, sample custody procedures
are necessary to support the use of data in potential enforcement actions at a site.
5.2.1 Field Operations Records
The most important aspect of sample collection documentation is thorough, accurate record
keeping. The documentation of field operations associated with sample collection will
be recorded on Groundwater Sample Collection Records, field logbooks, and
photodocumentation logs. Information required on Groundwater Sample Collection Records
and field logbooks is discussed in the QAPP (Black & Veatch, 2005). Information to be
included in photodocumentation logs is discussed below.
Field activities will be documented via photographic documentation. It is assumed that
photographic documentation will be obtained using either a disposable camera or a digital
camera. If a disposable camera is used, developed film will be processed and obtained on
a photographic compact disc (CD). Digital photos will then be organized into a
photodocumentation log.
For each photograph, the following information will be entered into the logbook and then
used on the photographic documentation log:
Sheet No.
Roll No. and Frame No.
Site Name and Location
Date Photograph Was Taken
Day of the Week Photograph Was Taken
Direction the Photographer Was Pointing the Camera
Objects of Importance in Photograph (Sampling Location Identification)
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The sample chain-of-custody procedure provides· another means of sample collection
documentation. The sample chain-of-custody procedure documents the identifying, tracking,
and monitoring of each sample from the point of collection through final data reporting,
Sample labels, custody seals, EPA Organic or Inorganic Traffic Report and Chain-of-
Custody Records (for CLP analysis), EPA generic traffic reports and chain-of-custody
records (for other than CLP analysis), and airbill numbers are used to maintain sample
custody from collection through shipping to the analytical laboratory. Information on how
each of these items are used in the sample chain-of-custody procedure is presented in the
QAPP (Black & Veatch, 2005). Each analytical laboratory establishes its own chain-of-
custody procedures for samples once they have arrived at the laboratory; however, CLP
laboratories must have procedures approved by EPA.
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This SMP includes the elements of a PCMP and TOP, as presented in the SOW for this site
(EPA, 2004a).
This PCMP describes the procedures for the handling, characterization, transportation, and
disposal of investigation-derived waste (IDW) that will be generated during the RD field
activities to be performed at the Ram Leather Care site. The purpose of this PCMP is to
outline the procedures and safeguards that will be used to ensure that contaminants or
pollutants are not released offsite during RD field activities, and that encountered wastes are
managed and disposed of properly. All !OW will be characterized and disposed of in
accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, in accordance with the Guide to
Management of Investigation-Derived Wastes, 9345.3-03FS, January 1992 (EPA, 1992), and
in accordance with the EISOPQAM (EPA, 2001).
The objective of the TOP is to specify the methods and procedures to be implemented to
ensure that wastes generated during site field activities will be transported, stored, treated,
and disposed of in full compliance with applicable federal, state, and local rules and
regulations. For the purposes of this plan, the chemicals of concern are chlorinated solvents.
6.1 Investigation-Derived Waste Handling
The types of waste anticipated to be generated and the associated procedures and safeguards
for processing those wastes include the following.
• Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) -It is anticipated that all of the work
performed will be conducted in modified level D (splash protection such as
polyethylene-coated-tyvek disposable work coveralls, booties, and gloves as needed).
Due to the minimal contact that PPE will have with contaminated groundwater, all
PPE will be disposed in dumpsters.
• Disposable SamplingEquipment -Any disposable sampling equipment waste (i.e.,
tubing) will be rinsed with isopropanol and water, and handled and disposed of in
the same manner as PPE.
• Aquifer Pumping Test Water -The water generated during the pumping test is
proposed to be extracted from the source area of the site. Extracted groundwater will
be treated by an onsite activated carbon treatment unit and temporarily stored in a
Frac tank. Effluent samples will be collected from the Frac tank and analyzed prior
to discharge to the onsite pond or the drainage ditch (based on pending information
regarding a NPDES permit).
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• Debris -Any household trash or other uncontaminated solid waste will not be
drummed. The larger debris will be removed from the site and placed in trash
dumpsters and the smaller items will be put in trash bags and removed on a daily
basis.
• Effluent tank discharge piping -Based on the discharge location (the onsite pond or
drainage ditch), the amount of discharge piping will vary greatly. The disposal
· method for the effluent tank discharge piping is to be determined.
To reduce the amount ofIDW that will require analyses and disposal as hazardous waste, the
wastes will be segregated as it is generated based on matrix, source, or interval to reduce the
volume of contaminated material to be analyzed and disposed of. An inventory of all drums
will be maintained by the Site Field Supervisor.
6.2 Investigation-Derived Waste Characterization and Disposal
Potentially contaminated materials generated during the field investigation will include
decontamination solutions, extracted groundwater, and effluent tank discharge piping.
Extracted groundwater will be treated and discharged in accordance with Section 3 .1.5. The
volume of IDW generated during Black & Veatch field activities, excluding the extracted
groundwater, is anticipated to be minimal.
1n the event that IDW disposal is required ( except for the extracted groundwater), all other
ID W will be staged onsite and disposal will be coordinated through either the soil or
groundwater RA contractor. The RA contractor will be responsible for disposal of the
contents of any drums and containers, for preparing waste profiles, and to coordinate disposal
approvals. Profiles and manifests will be forwarded to the EPA Work Assignment Manager
(W AM) for signature prior to removal, and the RA subcontractor will also ensure that
original waste manifests are sent directly to the EPA RPM from the disposal facility.
IDW disposal will be performed by a subcontractor approved by EPA Region 4. The RA
subcontractor will provide information on all reviewed potential vendors to pre-qualify
transportation and disposal companies based on:
• NOV status
• Ability to handle the wastes identified
• Cost-effectiveness of the available transportation and disposal options
• Past experience
Based on the materials identified that will require offsite disposal, it is anticipated that the
wastes generated will not be RCRA-hazardous pursuant to 40 CFR 261. The RA
subcontractor will document the disposal of all waste.
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The disposal vendors will provide written verification that the proposed disposal site is
permitted to accept the contaminated materials generated from the site. The disposal vendors
I shall provide written verification that wastes were actually delivered to the disposal site.
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7.0 References
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Black & Veatch, 2004. Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp., Draft Remedial Design Work
Plan for the Ram Leather Care Site, December 6, 2004.
Black & Veatch, 2005. Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp., Draft Sampling and Analysis
Plan -Volume 2: Quality Assurance Project Plan for the Ram Leather Care Site, March 24,
2005.
EPA, 1992. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Solid Waste and Emergency
Response, Guide to Management of Investigation-Derived Wastes, 9345.3-03FS, January
1992.
EPA, 2000. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4, Science and Ecosystem
Support Division, Remedial Investigation Report, Phase l March 14, 2000.
EPA, 2001. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4, Environmental Investigations
Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance Manual, November 2001.
EPA, 2004a. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4,Interim Record of Decision
for the Ram Leather Care Site, September 2004.
EPA, 2004b. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4, Statement of Work for the
Remedial Design, Ram Leather Care Site, Mecklenberg County, North Carolina, September
27, 2004.
EPA, 2004c. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 4, Science and Ecosystem
Support Division,Analytical Support Branch Laboratory Operations and Quality Assurance
Manual, November 2004.
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Interim Record of Decision Cleanup Levels for Chemicals of Concern
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Constituent Cleanup Level ARAR
Groundwater
t ,2-Dichloroethane 0.38 ug/L NCGWS
Chloroform 0.19ug/L NCGWS
Cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 70 ug/L NCGWS
Tetrachloroethene
Trichloroethene
Soil
Tetrachloroethene
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EPA SSL
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2.8 ug/L NCGWS
3 ug/kg EPA SSL
Applicable or relevant and appropriate requirements.
North Carolina Groundwater Standards (Groundwater Protection Rules, 15A NCAC
2L)
EPA Soil Screening Level from Soil Screening Guidance: Technical Background Document
(EP A/540/R95/l 28) and Soil Screening Guidance: Users Guide (EP A/540/R96/018).
Micrograms per liter.
Micrograms per kilogram.'
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Charlotte, Mecklenberg County, North Carolina
Sample Code Sample Activity
Groundwater Extraction Sampling
DW0l 1-AT0I Sample extracted
groundwater
DW01 l-AT02 Sample extracted
groundwater
DW0II-AT03 Sample extracted
groundwater
EF-12HR Sample treated eflluent
EF-24HR Sample treated eflluent
AT -Aquifer Test
DW00 I I -Drinking Water well 00 I I
EF -Eflluent
HR-Hour
RL -Ram Leather Care Site
Sample Location
80' West of the existing building and
south of Albemarle Road.
80' West of the existing building and
south of Albemarle Road.
80' West of the existing building and
south of Albemarle Road.
Frac Tank to be located west of the
Existing Building and south of
Albemarle Road.
Frac Tank to be located west of the
Existing Building and south of
Albemarle Road.
Rationale
To determine the contaminant levels during the initial portion
of groundwater extraction. •Volatile organic and metal
portions of samples to be submitted to CLP laboratory for
analysis; water quality parameters to be submitted to
subcontract laboratory or SESD for analysis.
To determine the contaminant levels during the mid-portion of
groundwater extraction. Volatile organic and metals portions
of samples to be submitted to CLP laboratory for analysis;
water quality parameters to be submitted to subcontract
laboratory or SESD for analysis.
To determine the contaminant levels during the final portion
of groundwater extraction. Volatile organic, metals, and water
quality parameter portions of sample to be submitted to
subcontract laboratory for expedited analysis.
To determine if the carbon-treated water (collected after mid-
point of groundwater extraction time) meets discharge
standards. All sample portions will be submitted to
subcontract laboratory for expedited analysis.
To determine if the carbon-treated water (collected after
completion of groundwater extraction) meets discharge
standards. All sample portions will be submitted to subcontract
laboratorv for exnedited analysis.
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Anal}1ical Method and Sample Summary
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.\tatrix/Parameter Anal~1ical Method Container Prestn·atfre Holding Time Field Quality Control Samples I Total "'o· of
Type Samples Trlp P,-~ Field Matrh Mauil Spikt Total Containers
Bbnb Blank Duplicates Spikt Spike Samples QC
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I Modified EPA Method 624 3 x40mL, I Volatile Organics {lov.:r----'ar concentration) 1ial HO, Ice to 4oC 14 days 2 I 0 I I I 0 ' 18
I Modified EPA Method.200 HNOJ to pH<2, I I I Mruls ""~ I x l L, P Jceto4oC 6 months l 0 0 I I I 0 3 5
Groond .. ater, rSESD_ or:SubCOntnct i!aooraton·, Standard 1T11rnarouod
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H2.sot to pH<2, I I Total Organic Carbon (TOC) MCA WW Method 415.1 lx500mL,P Ice to 4oC 28 days 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 l
Total suspended solids CTSS) I MCAWW Method 160 2 I Ix I L,P lee to4oC 7 "'" I 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 l
Biochemie31. oxygen demand (BOD) MCA WW Method 405.1 Ix I L,P keto4oC 48 hours l 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
Nimue MCAW\\.' Method 353.2 1 x500mL,P lceto4oC 48 hours l 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 l
Chloride MCA WW Method 325.3 lx500mL,P None 28 days l 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
Sulfate MCA WW Method 375.4 I x500mL,P Ice to 4oC 28 days l 0 0 0 0 0 0 I 0 l
Immcdi:ue filter, I Phosph:ue (onho) MCA\\'V.' Method 300.0 1 x500mL,P lceto4oC 48 hours l 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 l
HN"O3 to pH<2,
HanJn= MCA WW Method 130. ! Ix l L,P Ice to 4oC 6 months l 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
Total Alkalinity MCA WW Method 310.2 I x500mL,P [ec:to 4oC 14 days 2 0 0 0 0 I 0 0 0 l I
Gro1111dwater, 1Subuntract L!aborator.·-=. Ex dit.-d,Turnarouod
Volatile °"'=ies I SW-846 Method 82608 I Cal HCl, Ice to 4oC 14 days J I 0 I I I I 0 ' 21
SW-846 Methods 60108 and HN"O3 to pH<2,
Mctals 7470A Ix I L,P lec:to4oC 6months J 0 0 I I I 0 3 6
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H2S04 10 pH<2, I Total Organic Carbon (TOC) MCA WW Method 415.! I x500mL,P Ice to 4oC 28 days 3 0 0 I I I 0 3 6
Total suspended oolids (TSS) MCA WW Method 160.2 I Ix I L,P Ice to -toC 7 "'"
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Biochemical oxwcn demand (BOD) MCA WW Method 405. I I l x 1 L,P !ce to 4oC 48 houn; 3 0 0 I I I I 0 3 6
Nitra1e MCA WW Method 353.2 l x500mL,P !ceto 4oC 48 hours 3 0 0 I I I 0 J 6
Chloride MCA WW Method 325.3 I x500mL,P None 28 days J 0 0 I I I 0 J 6
Sulfate MCA WW Method 375.4 l x500mL,P lee to 4oC 28 davs J 0 0 I I I 0 J 6
Immediate filter,
Phosphate (onho) MCA WV.' Method 300 0 I x500mL,P Ice to 4oC 48 hours 3 0 0 I I I 0 3 6
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HanJn= MCAWWMethod 130.! l x l L,P Ice to 4oC 6months 3 0 0 I I I 0 J 6
Total Alkalinity MCA WW Method 310.2 -j l x500mL,P Jee to 4oC 14 days 3 0 0 I I I 0 J 6 -I Sample containers, preservatives, and holding times and other information were obtained from
~A_S_§p-s "Analyti_cal SuJ!P?i:t Branch, Laboratory Operations and Quality Assurance Manual" (EPA, 2004)
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MCAWW Methods for Chemical Analysis of Waters and Wastes
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Sample Checklist
Ram Leather Care Site RD
Charlotte, Mecklenberg County, North Carolina
Sample Code Sample Analytical Designated
Type Methods Laboratory
j Groundwater ExtraciionSilmp/inf!. ,,, ' :, -'_-:,
DW0I I-AT0! Field V,MET CLP
Field WQ Subcontract Lab or SESD
DW0! 1-AT02 Field V,MET CLP
MS V,MET CLP
MSD V,MET CLP
Field WQ Subcontract Lab or SESD
DW0l 1-AT03 Field V, MET, WQ Subcontract Lab (Expedited)
DW0! 1-AT99 Duplicate of A T03 V,MET, WQ Subcontract Lab (Expedited)
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EF-12HR Field V,Met, WQ Subcontract Lab (Expedited)
EF-24HR Field V,Met, WQ Subcontract Lab (Expedited)
MS V,Met, WQ Subcontract Lab (Expedited)
MSD V,Met, WQ Subcontract Lab (Expedited)
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MET Metals
WQ Water quality parameters, including TDS, TSS, TOC, BOD,
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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Site Layout Map
Ram Leather Care Site
Charlotte, Mecklenberg County, North Carolina
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