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Water Quality Monitoring Plan

Avery County Solid Waste Facility
Ingalls, North Carolina
Permit No. 06-03

Prepared For:
Avery County
Newland, North Carolina

S+G Project No. AVERY-15-7

March 2016

Madeline M. German, P.G.
Project Geologist

Joan A. Smyth, P.G.
Senior Hydrogeologist
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Avery County Solid Waste Facility
Water Quality Monitoring Plan

Table of Contents

1.0 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................... 1 
1.1 Site Contact Information ............................................................................... 2 
1.1.1 Avery County Solid Waste Department ............................................. 2 
1.1.2 Engineer ............................................................................................. 2 
1.1.3 NC Division of Waste Management (DWM) – Solid Waste Section .. 2 
1.2 Site Background ............................................................................................ 3 
1.2.1 Geology ............................................................................................... 3 
1.2.2 Hydrogeology ..................................................................................... 4 
2.0 MONITORING PROGRAM ................................................................................. 5 
2.1 Monitoring Network and Analytical Parameters ......................................... 5 
2.2 Groundwater Sample Collection ................................................................... 5 
2.2.1 Guidance Documents ......................................................................... 6 
2.2.2 Fuel Powered Equipment .................................................................. 6 
2.2.3 Equipment Decontamination ............................................................. 7 
2.2.4 Water Level Measurements .............................................................. 7 
2.2.4.1 Static Water Levels ................................................................. 7 
2.2.4.2 Contamination Prevention ...................................................... 8 
2.2.4.3 Equipment ............................................................................... 8 
2.2.5 Well Monitor Evaluations .................................................................. 8 
2.2.5.1 Contamination Prevention ...................................................... 9 
2.2.5.2 Calculations ............................................................................. 9 
2.2.5.3 Well Purging ............................................................................ 9 
2.2.5.4 Purge Rate ............................................................................. 12 
2.2.5.5 Purge Water Disposal ........................................................... 12 
2.2.5.6 Non-Dedicated Equipment .................................................... 12 
2.2.6 Sample Collection ............................................................................ 12 
2.2.6.1 Field Parameters................................................................... 13 
2.2.6.2 Sample Equipment ................................................................ 13 
2.2.6.3 Sample Transference ............................................................ 14 
2.2.6.4 Sample Collection Order ....................................................... 14 
2.2.6.5 Decontamination ................................................................... 15 
2.2.6.6 Sample Preservation ............................................................. 15 
2.2.6.7 Field Quality Assurance ........................................................ 15 
2.2.6.8 Sample Containers ................................................................ 15 
2.3 Surface Water Sample Collection ............................................................... 16 
2.3.1 Surface Water Level Observations .................................................. 16 
2.3.1.1 Monitoring Conditions ........................................................... 16 
2.3.1.2 Sampling Station Modifications ............................................ 16 
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2.3.2 Sample Collection ............................................................................ 17 
2.3.2.1 Collection Procedure ............................................................ 17 
2.3.2.2 Field Parameters................................................................... 17 
2.3.2.3 Sample Collection Order ....................................................... 18 
2.3.2.4 Decontamination ................................................................... 18 
2.3.2.5 Sample Preservation ............................................................. 18 
2.3.2.6 Field Quality Assurance ........................................................ 18 
2.3.2.7 Sample Containers ................................................................ 19 
3.0 FIELD QA/QC PROGRAM ............................................................................... 20 
3.1 Blank Samples ............................................................................................ 20 
3.1.1 Trip Blanks ....................................................................................... 20 
3.1.2 Equipment Blanks ........................................................................... 20 
3.1.3 Field Blanks ..................................................................................... 20 
3.2 Blank Concentrations ................................................................................. 20 
3.3 Field Instruments ........................................................................................ 21 
4.0 SAMPLE PRESERVATION AND SHIPMENT .................................................... 22 
4.1 Sample Preservation ................................................................................... 22 
4.2 Storage/Transport Conditions .................................................................... 22 
4.3 Sample Delivery .......................................................................................... 22 
4.4 Chain of Custody .......................................................................................... 22 
5.0 FIELD LOGBOOK ........................................................................................... 24 
6.0 LABORATORY ANALYSIS ............................................................................... 25 
6.1 Laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control .......................................... 25 
6.2 Data Review ................................................................................................. 25 
7.0 RECORD KEEPING AND REPORTING ............................................................ 26 
7.1 Groundwater System Evaluations .............................................................. 26 
7.2 Reporting ..................................................................................................... 26 
8.0 MONITORING PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS .................................................... 27 
8.1 Overview ...................................................................................................... 27 
8.2 Well Abandonment/Rehabilitation .............................................................. 27 
8.3 Additional Well Installations ....................................................................... 27 
8.4 Implementation Schedule ........................................................................... 27 

Figures
Figure 1 – Site Location Map
Figure 2 – Water Quality Monitoring Location Map

Tables
Table 1 –Well Construction Details
Table 2 –Water Quality Monitoring Parameters

Appendices
Appendix A – Available Well Records
Appendix B – Environmental Monitoring Report Form

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This Water Quality Monitoring Plan (WQMP) is written for the Avery County C&D Landfill
Facility (Permit 06-03) and specifies the procedures and requirements to satisfy North
Carolina Solid Waste Management Rule 15A NCAC 13B .0544 (b) and (c). The WQMP
addresses the following two (2) major elements; monitoring/sampling of the
groundwater system and monitoring/sampling of the surface water.

The WQMP will meet the following requirements:

 Establish division approved background groundwater data that has not been
affected by leakage from the unit (.0544 (b)(1)(A)).

 Represent the groundwater quality passing the relevant point of compliance
as approved by the Division (.0544 (b)(1)(B)).

 The groundwater monitoring programs must include consistent sampling
and analysis procedures that are designed to ensure monitoring results that
provide an accurate representation of groundwater quality at the background
and down-gradient wells (.0544 (b)(1)(C)).

 Detection Groundwater monitoring program (.0544 (b)(1)(D)).

 The sampling procedures and frequency must be protective of human health
and the environment (.0544 (b)(1)(E)).

 Responsibility of sample collection and analysis must be defined as a part of
the monitoring plan (.0544 (c)(2)).

This WQMP also addresses the following procedures that will be implemented to ensure
the sampling event integrity:

 Sample preservation and shipment;

 Laboratory analytical procedures;

 Sample Chain-of-custody control; and

 Quality assurance/quality control programs.

The methods and procedures described in the WQMP are intended to facilitate the
collection of true and representative samples and test data. Field procedures are
presented in Section 2.2 in their general order of implementation. Equipment
requirements for each field task are presented within the applicable section. Laboratory
procedures, quality assurance methods and record keeping requirements are presented
in Sections 3.0 through 8.0.

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Strict adherence to the procedures stipulated in this plan is required. Any
variations from these procedures should be thoroughly documented and may
require prior DWM approval.
1.1 Site Contact Information
In case of emergencies, or if questions arise during the implementation of this
program, please contact the following:
1.1.1 Avery County Solid Waste Department
Avery County C&D Landfill (Physical Address)
2175 Brushy Creek Road
Ingalls, North Carolina 28657
Scalehouse Phone: [phone]

Avery County C&D Landfill (Mailing Address)
2175 Brushy Creek Road
Spruce Pine, North Carolina 28777

Avery County Solid Waste Department (Office)
175 Linville Street
Newland, North Carolina 28657
Phone: [phone]

Mr. Eric Foster, Solid Waste Director
Email: [e-mail]
1.1.2 Engineer
Smith Gardner, Inc.
14 N. Boylan Avenue
Raleigh, North Carolina 27603
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Ms. Joan A. Smyth, P.G., Senior Hydrogeologist
Email: [e-mail]
Mr. Stacey A. Smith, P.E., Senior Engineer
Email: [e-mail]
1.1.3 NC Division of Waste Management (DWM) – Solid Waste Section
North Carolina DEQ – Raleigh Central Office (RCO)
1646 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699
Phone: [phone]

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North Carolina DEQ – Asheville Regional Office (ARO)
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Mr. Perry Sugg, Hydrogeologist
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

Mr. Bill Wagner (ARO), Environmental Senior Specialist
Email: [e-mail]
1.2 Site Background
The Avery County C&D Landfill facility (Permit 06-03), located at 2175 Brushy
Creek Rd, Ingalls, NC was in operation from 1996 to 2008. The Facility is located
approximately 1.8 miles northeast of the intersection of Highway 19 East and
Brushy Creek Road or 1.5 miles northeast from the Avery County Airport. The
site location is shown on Figure 1. In general the area is sparsely populated with
little development. There is residential development in the site vicinity (within
2000 feet) and commercial development within two (2) miles. The landfill facility
is approximately 80 acres with the C&D footprint utilizing 5.4 acres. The site is
bounded by forested, undeveloped land to the north and by low density
residential development to the south, east and west. The site and monitoring
network are shown on Figure 2.
1.2.1 Geology
The Avery County C&D landfill is located in the Blue Ridge Province of
North Carolina, approximately 12 miles from the Brevard Fault zone.
Local bedrock is comprised of the Alligator Back formation which is a
finely laminated gneiss. Micaceous conglomerate, schist and phyllite are
also found within this formation. Amphibolite was noted in central to
northern portions of the site. The site has been investigated with a total of
16 monitoring wells and piezometers that range in depth from
approximately 20 feet below grade to 88 feet below grade. Bedrock at the
site was encountered at depths that ranged from 31 feet below grade to
88 feet below grade.

Unconsolidated sediments at the site consist of variably micaceous clayey
silt to silty sand weathered from the underlying bedrock. The
unconsolidated sediments are grouped into two lithological units. Unit 1A
consists of sediments exhibiting a standard penetration test of less than
100 blows per foot, while Unit 1B consists of sediments exhibiting a
standard penetration test of greater than 100 blows per foot. The
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monitoring network and analytical parameters are further discussed in
Section 1.3 and are summarized in Tables 1 and 2.
1.2.2 Hydrogeology
Groundwater flows from north to south toward the discharge points on-
site streams and Brushy Creek (located across Brushy Creek Road).
Depth to groundwater ranges from approximately 5 feet (measured from
top of casing (BTOC)) to approximately 47 feet BTOC, with an average
gradient of 0.12 ft/ft and an average groundwater velocity of 1.57 ft/day.
Lithological Unit 1A has an average hydraulic conductivity of 1.40 ft/day,
while Unit 1B has an average hydraulic conductivity of 2.05 ft/day. The
bedrock aquifer (Unit 2) has an average hydraulic conductivity of 4.65
ft/day.

Several nested pairs of monitoring wells/piezometers were installed at
the site to evaluate vertical gradients at the site. In general, vertical
gradients across the site were found to move in a downward direction
with the exception of the pairs located near the discharge point of Brushy
Creek (MW-1s/1d and MW-2s/2d). These pairs indicated upward gradients
which are typically associated with groundwater discharge points.

This Water Quality Monitoring Plan (WQMP) has been prepared to meet
the field sampling and laboratory analysis requirements of ongoing
monitoring at the site. The WQMP details field and laboratory protocols
that must be followed to meet the data objectives of semiannual
groundwater monitoring.

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2.0 MONITORING PROGRAM
This Water Quality Monitoring Plan section addresses individual monitoring program
components. At a minimum, Avery County will monitor the groundwater quality on a
semi-annual basis.
2.1 Monitoring Network and Analytical Parameters
The monitoring network for the C&D landfill includes three (3) compliance
groundwater monitoring wells (MW-1S, MW-2S, and MW-3S) and a background
(upgradient) well (MW-4S) which was installed in November 2007. These four (4)
wells are monitored for constituents referenced in 15A NCAC 13B 0.544(b)(1)(D)
on a semi-annual basis. One (1) on-site potable well will be monitored along with
the groundwater monitoring wells listed above. Monitoring well locations are
shown on Figure 2.

There are two (2) surface water monitoring points (SW-1, SW-2) that will be
sampled on a semi-annual basis. These surface water monitoring points are also
shown on Figure 2.

Additionally, applicable local, state, and federal health and safety requirements
will be followed. Requirements for the disposal of any investigation derived
wastes will also be followed.

The proposed monitoring network is summarized in the table below.

Monitoring Network
Well Location Analytical Parameters
MW-1S Downgradient Appendix I + Field + C&D
MW-2S Downgradient Appendix I + Field + C&D
MW-3S Downgradient Appendix I + Field + C&D
MW-4S Upgradient Appendix I + Field + C&D
SW-1 Upgradient Appendix I + Field
SW-2 Downgradient Appendix I + Field
Office Potable Appendix I
Note: Appendix I and C&D parameters are listed in Table 1.

The aforementioned wells are installed to monitor groundwater in the uppermost
aquifer. This monitoring system is shown on Figure 2 and is adequate to detect
any releases from the landfill unit. Well construction details are provided in
Table 1. .Analytical parameters for sampling locations are outlined in Table 2.
Well logs for the monitoring network are presented in Appendix A.
2.2 Groundwater Sample Collection
Details regarding the procedures and equipment required to perform
groundwater field measurements and sampling from monitoring wells during
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each monitoring event are presented in this section. Where possible, work will
proceed from the upgradient (background) wells to downgradient
(compliance) wells.
2.2.1 Guidance Documents
Sampling, analysis, and submittals will be performed in accordance
with this plan and the following guidance documents:

1. Groundwater, Surface Water and Soil Sampling for
Landfills - NCDENR Guidance updated April 2008.

2. October 27, 2006 Memo from NCDENR entitled "New
Guidelines for Electronic Submittal of Environmental
Monitoring Data."

3. February 23, 2007 Memo from NCDENR entitled
Addendum to October 27, 2006, North Carolina Solid Waste
Section Memorandum Regarding New Guidelines for
Electronic Submittal of Environmental Data.

4. October 16, 2007 Memo from NCDENR entitled
Environmental Monitoring Data for North Carolina Solid
Waste Management Facilities.

5. November 5, 2014 Memo from NCDENR entitled
Groundwater, Surface Water, Soil, Sediment, and Landfill
Gas Electronic Document Submittal
2.2.2 Fuel Powered Equipment
Fuel-powered equipment, such as generators for pumps must be situated
away and downwind from site activities (i.e. purging and sampling). If
field conditions prevent such placement, then the fuel source must be
placed as far away as possible from the sampling activities. The sampling
conditions must be described in detail in the field notes.

If fuel must be handled, it should be done the day before sampling. Effort
should be made to avoid handling fuels on the day of sampling. If fuels
must be dispensed during sampling activities, dispense fuel downwind
and well away from any sampling locations. Wear gloves while working
with fuel and dispose of the gloves away from sampling activities. Wash
hands thoroughly after handling any fuels.

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2.2.3 Equipment Decontamination
Non-dedicated equipment that will come in contact with the well casing
and water will be decontaminated between wells. The procedure for
decontaminating non-dedicated equipment is as follows:
1. Don new powder-free surgical gloves.

2. Clean item with tap water and phosphate-free laboratory
detergent (Liqui-Nox or equivalent), using a brush if necessary to
remove particulate matter and surface films.

3. Rinse thoroughly with pesticide grade isopropanol and allow to
air dry.

4. Rinse with organic-free water (Milli-Q water or other ultra-
pure water) and allow to air dry.

5. Wrap with commercial-grade aluminum foil, if necessary, to
prevent contamination of equipment during storage or transport.

It should be noted that Liqui-Nox detergent solutions will be stored in a
clearly marked High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) or Polypropylene (PP)
container. Containers for pesticide-grade isopropanol will be made of
inert materials such as Teflon, stainless steel, or glass.

Sampling will be planned and conducted in such a way as to minimize the
need for decontamination in the field by using dedicated sampling
equipment, or a new disposable Teflon bailer at each well. Unclean
equipment will be segregated from clean equipment during field
activities. Clean equipment will remain in the manufacturer's packaging
until use, or will be wrapped in commercial-grade aluminum foil or
untreated butcher paper.
2.2.4 Water Level Measurements
2.2.4.1 Static Water Levels
Static water level and depth to the well bottom will be measured
in each well prior to any purging or sampling activities. Static
water level and well depth measurements are necessary to
calculate the stagnant water volume in the well prior to purging.
Additionally, these measurements provide a field check on well
integrity, degree of siltation, and are used to prepare
potentiometric maps, calculate aquifer flow velocities, and
monitor changes in site hydrogeologic conditions.

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Groundwater depths will be measured to a vertical accuracy of
0.01 feet relative to established wellhead elevations. Each well
will have a permanent, easily identified reference point on the well
riser lip from which water level measurements will be measured.
The reference point elevation will be established by a Registered
Land Surveyor.
2.2.4.2 Contamination Prevention
After opening each well, new powder-free surgical gloves will be
donned. Appropriate measures will be performed during
measurement activities to minimize the potential for soils,
decontamination supplies, precipitation, and/or other potential
contaminants from entering the well or contacting clean
equipment.
2.2.4.3 Equipment
An electronic water level indicator will be used to measure depth
to groundwater in each well and/or piezometer. The electronic
water level indicator will be constructed of inert materials, such
as stainless steel and Teflon. Between each well, the device will
be thoroughly decontaminated by washing with non-phosphate
(Liqui-Nox) soap and rinsing with organic-free water to
prevent cross contamination from one well to another.

The following measurements will be recorded in a field book prior
to sample collection (see Section 5.0 for detailed description of
field notes to be collected):

 Depth to static water level and well bottom (to the nearest
0.01 foot);

 Water column height in the riser (based on measured well
depth);

 Wellhead protective casing, base pad and riser condition;
and

 Changes in well and surrounding conditions.
2.2.5 Well Monitor Evaluations
Water accumulated in each well may be stagnant and unrepresentative of
surrounding aquifer conditions and therefore must be removed to insure
that fresh formation water is sampled. Each well will be purged of
standing water in the well casing following recording the static water
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level measurement. Monitoring well evacuation should be performed in
upgradient wells first, and by systematically moving to downgradient well
locations.
2.2.5.1 Contamination Prevention
New powder-free, surgical gloves will be donned for well purging
and sampling activities and whenever handling decontaminated
field equipment. Appropriate measures will be executed during
measurement, purging, and sampling activities to minimize the
potential for surface soils, decontaminated supplies, precipitation,
and/or other potential contaminants from entering the well or
contacting cleaned equipment.
2.2.5.2 Calculations
The volume of standing water in the well riser and screen will be
calculated immediately before well evacuation during each
monitoring event. A standing water volume will be calculated for
each well using measured static water level, well depth and well
casing diameter according to the following equation:

V = (TD - SWL) x C
Where: V = One well volume (gallons)
TD = Total depth of the well (feet)
SWL = Static water level (feet)
C = Volume constant for
well diameter (gallons/foot)
C = 0.163 gal/ft for two-inch wells.
C = 0.653 gal/ft for four-inch wells.
2.2.5.3 Well Purging
Several options for well purging are used at this site including:

 Bailers;
 Low Flow Pumps; and
 Grundfos Redi-flo Pumps.

Bailers – Where bailers are used, new, disposable bailers with
either double or bottom check-valves will be used to purge each
well. Disposable bailers will be constructed of fluorocarbon resin
(Teflon) or inert plastic suitable for the well and ground
conditions. Each bailer will be factory-clean and remain sealed in
a plastic sleeve until use. A new Teflon-coated stainless steel,
inert mono-filament line or nylon cord will be used for each well
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to retrieve the bailers. Where bailers are used, a minimum of
three well volumes will be purged unless the well runs dry.

Low Flow Pumps – Monitoring wells may be purged and sampled
using the low-flow sampling method in accordance with the Solid
Waste Section Guidelines for Groundwater, Soil, and Surface
Water Sampling (NCDENR, 2008).

Depth-to-water measurements will be obtained using an
electronic water level indicator capable of recording the depth to
an accuracy of 0.01 foot. This measurement will determine if the
water table is located within the screened interval of the well. If
the water table is not within the screened interval, the drawdown
amount that can be achieved before intersecting with the screen
will be calculated. If the water table is within the screened
interval, total drawdown should not exceed 1 foot to minimize the
amount of aeration and turbidity. If the water table is above the
top of the screened interval, the drawdown amount should be
minimized to keep the screen from being exposed.

If the purging equipment is non-dedicated, the equipment will be
lowered into the well, using care to minimize the disturbance to
the water column. If conditions (i.e., water column height and well
yield) allow, the pump will be placed in the uppermost portion of
the water column (minimum of 18 inches of pump submergence is
recommended).

The minimum volume/time period for obtaining independent
Water Quality Parameter Measurements (WQPM) will be
determined. The minimum volume/time period is determined
based on the stabilized flow rate and the amount of volume in the
pump and the discharge tubing (alternatively, the volume of a
direct read flow-cell can be used, provided it is greater than the
calculated volume of the pump and discharge tubing). The
bladder pump volume should be obtained from the
manufacturer. Volume from the discharge tubing is as follows:

3/8-inch inside diameter tubing: 20 milliliters per foot
1/4-inch inside diameter tubing: 10 milliliters per foot
3/16-inch inside diameter tubing: 5 milliliters per foot

Once the flow-cell or the pump and discharge tubing volume has
been calculated, the well purge will begin. The flow rate should
be based on historical data for that well (if available) and should
not exceed 500 milliliters per minute. The initial WQPM should be
recorded and the flow rate adjusted until drawdown in the well
stabilizes. Water levels should be measured periodically to
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ensure a stabilized water level is maintained. The water level
should not fall within 1 foot of the top of the well screen. If the
purge rate has been reduced to 100 milliliters or less and the
head level in the well continues to decline, the required water
samples should be collected following stabilization of the WQPM,
based on the criteria presented below.

If neither the head level nor the WQPM stabilize, a passive sample
should be collected. Passive sampling is defined as sampling
before WQMP have stabilized if the well yield is low enough that
the well will purge dry at the lowest possible purge rate (generally
100 milliliters per minute or less).

WQPM stabilization is defined as follows: pH (+/- 0.2 S.U.),
conductance (+/- 5% of reading), temperature (+/- 10% of reading
or 0.2oC), and dissolved oxygen (DO) [+/- 20% of reading or
0.2 mg/L (whichever is greater)]. Oxidation reduction potential
(ORP) will be measured and ideally should also fall within +/-
10mV of reading; however, this is not a required parameter. At a
minimum, turbidity measurements should also be recorded at the
beginning of purging, following the stabilization of the WQPM, and
following samplecollection. The optimal turbidity range for
micropurging is 25 Nephelometric Turbidity Units (NTU) or
less. Turbidity measurements above 25 NTU are generally
indicative of an excessive purge rate or natural conditions related
to excessive fines in the aquifer matrix.

WQPM stabilization should occur in most wells within five to six
rounds of measurements. If stabilization does not occur following
the removal of a purge volume equal to three well volumes, a
passive sample will be collected.

The direct-reading equipment used at each well will be calibrated
in the field according to the manufacturer’s specifications prior to
each day’s use and checked at a minimum at the end of each
sampling day. Calibration information should be documented in
the instrument’s calibration logbook and the field book.

Each well is to be sampled immediately following stabilization of
the WQPM. The sampling flow rate must be maintained at a rate
that is less than or equal to the purging rate. For volatile organic
compounds, lower sampling rates (100 - 200 milliliters/minute)
should be used. Final field parameter readings should be
recorded prior to and after sampling.

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Grundfos Redi-Flo Pumps – Where Redi-Flo pumps are used, the
same low flow techniques for sampling will be used. Please see
above for detailed summary of purging/sampling techniques.
2.2.5.4 Purge Rate
Wells will be purged at a rate that will not cause recharge water to
be excessively agitated or cascade through the screen. Care to
minimize disturbance to the well sidewalls and bottom, which
could result in silt and fine particulate matter suspension. The
water volume purged from each well, and the relative recharge
rate will be documented in sampling field notes. Wells which have
very low recharge rates will be purged once until dry. Damaged,
dry, or low yielding and high turbidity wells will be documented for
reconsideration before the next sampling event.
2.2.5.5 Purge Water Disposal
Purge water will be managed to prevent possible soil and surface
water contamination. Well site management options may include
temporary containment and disposal as leachate or portable
activated carbon filtration if warranted by field characteristics.
2.2.5.6 Non-Dedicated Equipment
Durable, non-dedicated equipment that is lowered into the well or
which may come in contact with the water samples will be
thoroughly decontaminated before each use. Equipment will be
disassembled to the degree practical, washed with (non-
phosphate) soapy potable tap water, and triple rinsed using de-
ionized water. Detailed equipment decontamination procedures
are detailed in Section 2.2.3.
2.2.6 Sample Collection
After purging the appropriate volume, groundwater samples will be
collected for laboratory analysis. Samples should be collected from the
least contaminated location(s) first, followed by locations of increasing
contamination across the site. Prior to sample collection, sample labels
should be properly filled-out with permanent, waterproof ink. At a
minimum, the label should identify the sample with the following
information:

 Site Name;

 Sample Location or Well Number;

 Date and Time of Collection;
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 Analysis Required;

 Sampler's Initials;

 Preservative Used (if any); and

 Other Pertinent Information As Necessary.

Affix a label with the written information to the sample bottle prior to
sampling.

Sampling will occur within 24-hours of purging each well and as soon
after well recovery as possible. Wells which fail to recharge or produce
an adequate sample volume within 24 hours of purging will not be
sampled.
2.2.6.1 Field Parameters
Field measurements for temperature, pH, and specific
conductance will be made immediately prior to sampling each
monitoring point. Turbidity measurements should be collected for
detected metals evaluation. The field test specimens will be
collected with the sampling bailer and placed in a clean, non-
conductive glass or plastic container for observation.
Temperature, pH, conductivity and turbidity meter calibration will
be performed according to the manufacturers' specifications and
will be consistent with Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste -
Physical/Chemical Methods (SW-846). A pocket thermometer and
litmus paper will be available in case of meter malfunction.
2.2.6.2 Sample Equipment
Several options for sample collection are used at this site
including:

 Teflon Bailers;
 Low Flow Pumps; and
 Grundfos Redi-flo Pumps.

Teflon Bailers – Where bailers are used, each well will be
sampled using a new, factory-cleaned, disposable Teflon bailer
with bottom check-valve and sample discharge mechanism. A
new segment of Teflon-coated stainless steel wire, inert mono-
filament line or nylon cord will be used to lower and retrieve each
bailer. The bailer will be lowered into each well to the point of
groundwater contact and then allowed to fill as it sinks below the
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water table. Bottom contact will be avoided, preventing
suspended sediment in the samples. The bailer will be retrieved
and emptied in a manner which minimizes sample agitation.

Low Flow Pumps – Following purging with the low flow pump
systems, samples may be collected immediately from the
pumping system. Samples are to be collected in the order
outlined in Section 2.2.6.4.

Redi-Flo Pumps - Following purging three well volumes of water,
samples may be collected from the Redi-Flo pumps. Samples will
be collected in the order outlined in Section 2.2.6.4.
2.2.6.3 Sample Transference
Samples will be transferred directly from the Teflon bailer into a
sample container that has been specifically prepared for the
preservation and storage of compatible parameters. A bottom
emptying device provided will be used to transfer samples from
the bailer to sample container. The generation air bubbles and
sample agitation will be minimized during bailer discharge.
2.2.6.4 Sample Collection Order
Groundwater samples will be collected and contained in the order
of volatilization sensitivity. When collected, the following sampling
order will be observed:

 Volatile Organics and Volatile Inorganics;

 Extractable Organics, Petroleum Hydrocarbons, Aggregate
Organics, and Oil and Grease;

 Total Metals;

 Inorganic Nonmetallics, Physical and Aggregate
Properties, and Biologicals;

 Wet Chemistry; and

 Measurements of pH, Temperature, Conductivity, and
Turbidity Measurements.

Note: If the pump used to collect groundwater samples is not
suitable to collect volatile or extractable organics then collect all
other parameters and withdraw the pump and tubing. Then
collect the volatile and extractable organics.
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Samples will be collected and analyzed in an unfiltered state
during sampling events. Samples for dissolved metal analysis, if
subsequently required, will be prepared by field filtration using a
disposable 0.45 micron filter cartridge specifically manufactured
for this purpose.
2.2.6.5 Decontamination
Reusable sampling equipment including water level probes, water
quality meters, interface probes, and filtering pumps which might
contact aquifer water or samples will be thoroughly
decontaminated between wells by washing with non-phosphate
soapy, de-ionized water and rinsing with isopropanol and organic-
free water (MilliQ or equivalent). Equipment decontamination
procedures are detailed in Section 2.2.3.
2.2.6.6 Sample Preservation
Following sampling at each location, the sample bottles will be
placed in Ziploc bags inside a cooler with ice for preservation.
2.2.6.7 Field Quality Assurance
Equipment and trip blanks will be prepared, handled, and
analyzed as groundwater samples to ensure cross-contamination
has not occurred. One set of trip blanks, will be prepared before
leaving the laboratory to ensure that the sample containers or
handling processes have not affected the quality of the samples.
One set of equipment blanks will be created in the field at the time
of sampling to ensure that the field conditions, equipment, and
handling during sampling collection have not affected sample
quality. This sample will be collected using the same equipment
utilized for well sampling. A duplicate groundwater sample may
be collected from a single well to check laboratory accuracy.
Blanks and duplicate containers, preservatives, handling, and
transport procedures for surface water samples will be identical
to those noted for groundwater samples. Blank samples are
discussed in detail in Section 3.1.
2.2.6.8 Sample Containers
Sample containers will be provided by the laboratory for each
sampling event. Containers must be either new, factory-certified
analytically clean by the manufacturer, or cleaned by the
laboratory prior to shipment for sampling. Laboratory cleaning
methods will be based on the bottle type and analyte of interest.
Metal containers are thoroughly washed with non-phosphate
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detergent and tap water, and rinsed with (1:1) nitric acid, tap
water, (1:1) hydrochloric acid, tap water, and non-organic water, in
that order. Organic sample containers are thoroughly washed
with non-phosphate detergent in hot water and rinsed with tap
water, distilled water, acetone, and pesticide quality hexane, in
that order. Other sample containers are thoroughly washed with
non-phosphate detergent and tap water, rinsed with tap water,
and rinsed with non-organic water. The laboratory will provide
proper preservatives in the sample containers prior to shipment
(see Section 4.0).
2.3 Surface Water Sample Collection
This section presents the procedures and equipment required to perform surface
water field measurements and sampling from springs, streams, and ponds
during each monitoring event.
2.3.1 Surface Water Level Observations
Surface water quality analyses are particularly sensitive to site hydrologic
conditions and recent precipitation events. Water levels may fluctuate
significantly in comparison the groundwater table and may result in
either diluting or increasing contaminant loadings. Recent weather and
sampling station conditions should be considered when scheduling the
sampling event and interpreting the surface water data.
2.3.1.1 Monitoring Conditions
Surface water level and sampling station conditions should be
observed and recorded during each sampling event if warranted
by site conditions. Surface water observations will include the
flood stage in streams, seasonal base flow conditions, and confirm
location and timing for meaningful surface water quality sampling.
The following objective observations will be recorded in a
dedicated field book prior to sample collection:
 Relative stream water level;  Surface water clarity; and  Changes in surface monitoring station conditions and
surroundings.
2.3.1.2 Sampling Station Modifications
Modifications to surface water sampling station conditions may be
required prior to each sampling event. These modifications may
include surface and submerged debris removal, slightly
deepening the station to allow sample container immersion, or
channeling/piping to consolidate local discharge. When
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modifications are required, sufficient time will be allowed for
settlement of suspended solids between the disturbance and
sample collection. A minimum a settling period of four hours
prior to sampling will be observed.
2.3.2 Sample Collection
2.3.2.1 Collection Procedure
Surface water samples will be obtained from areas with minimal
turbulence and aeration. Samples will only be collected if flowing
water is observed during the sampling event. New non-powdered,
surgical gloves will be donned prior to sample collection. The
following procedure will be implemented regarding surface water
sampling:

1. Put on new non-powdered, surgical gloves.

2. Hold the bottle by the bottom with one hand, and with the
other, remove the cap.

3. Push the sample container slowly into the water and tilt up
toward the current to fill. A water depth of six inches is
generally satisfactory. Breaching the surface or losing
sample preservatives while filling the container will be
avoided.

4. If there is little current movement, the container should be
moved slowly, in a lateral, side to side direction, with the
container mouth pointing upstream.
2.3.2.2 Field Parameters
Temperature, pH, specific conductivity, and turbidity will be
measured at the start of sampling as a record of field conditions
and check on the water sample stability over time. Temperature,
pH, specific conductivity and turbidity measurements will be
recorded for surface water samples. Temperature, pH,
conductivity, and turbidity meter calibration will be completed at
the beginning of each sampling event, according to the
manufacturers' specifications and consistent with Test Methods
for Evaluating Solid Waste - Physical/Chemical Methods (SW-846).

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2.3.2.3 Sample Collection Order
Surface water samples will be collected in the order of
volatilization sensitivity. When collected, the following sampling
order will be observed:
 Volatile Organics and Volatile Inorganics;  Extractable Organics, Petroleum Hydrocarbons, Aggregate
Organics and Oil and Grease;
 Total Metals;  Inorganic Nonmetallics, Physical /Aggregate Properties,
Biologicals;  Wet Chemistry; and  Measurements of pH, Temperature, DO, ORP, Conductivity,
and Turbidity.

Samples will be collected and analyzed in an unfiltered state
during sampling events. Samples for dissolved metal analysis, if
subsequently required, will be prepared by field filtration using a
decontaminated peristaltic pump and a disposable 0.45 micron
filter cartridge specifically manufactured for this purpose.
2.3.2.4 Decontamination
Field meters which might contact surface water samples will be
thoroughly decontaminated between stations by washing with
non-phosphate soapy, de-ionized water and rinsed with
isopropanol and organic-free water (MilliQ or equivalent).
Detailed equipment decontamination procedures are detailed in
Section 2.2.3.
2.3.2.5 Sample Preservation
Following sampling at each location, the sample bottles will be
placed in Ziploc bags inside a cooler with ice for preservation.
2.3.2.6 Field Quality Assurance
Equipment and trip blanks will be prepared, handled, and
analyzed as groundwater samples to ensure cross-contamination
has not occurred. One set of trip blanks, will be prepared before
leaving the laboratory to ensure that the sample containers or
handling processes have not affected the quality of the samples.
One set of equipment blanks will be created in the field at the time
of sampling to ensure that the field conditions, equipment, and
handling during sampling collection have not affected sample
quality. This sample will be collected using the same equipment
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utilized for well sampling. Duplicate samples will not be
collected for surface water samples. Blanks and duplicate
containers, preservatives, handling, and transport procedures for
surface water samples will be identical to those noted for
groundwater samples. Blank samples are discussed in detail in
Section 3.1.
2.3.2.7 Sample Containers
Sample containers will be prepared and provided by the laboratory
for each surface water sampling event. Each container's
preparation and preservatives will be the same as those utilized
for groundwater sampling and addressed previously in Section
2.2.6.8.
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3.0 FIELD QA/QC PROGRAM
Field Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) requires the routine collection and
analysis of trip blanks to verify that the handling process has not affected the quality of
the samples. Any contaminants found in the trip blanks could be attributed to:

1. Interaction between the sample and the container;
2. Contaminated source water; and/or
3. A handling procedure that alters the sample.
3.1 Blank Samples
3.1.1 Trip Blanks
The laboratory will prepare a trip blank by filling each sample bottle type
with laboratory grade distilled or deionized water. Trip blanks will be
placed in bottles of the specific type required for the analyzed
parameters, bottle packs will be specifically assembled by the laboratory
for each sampling event. Trip blanks will be packaged by the laboratory
prior to the sampling event and transported with the empty bottle packs.
These bottles return to the laboratory in an untampered state. The trip
blanks will be analyzed for volatile and purgeable organics only.
3.1.2 Equipment Blanks
Where wells are sampled with non-dedicated equipment, equipment
blank samples shall be collected at a rate of one sample per day. To
collect an equipment blank, a bailer shall be filled with non-organic water
(Milli-Q or equivalent). Handling the bailer in a manner identical to well
sampling, the water is to be transferred into the sample collection jars for
the equipment blanks. These samples are packed in the field and sent to
the laboratory with the other samples.
3.1.3 Field Blanks
To collect a field blank, deionized water from the lab or non-organic
(Milli-Q or equivalent) water will be poured at the sampling location into
laboratory provided sample collection jars. These samples are packed
and sent to the laboratory with the other samples.
3.2 Blank Concentrations
The contaminant concentration levels found in any blank samples will be
reported but will not be used to correct the groundwater data. In the event that
elevated parameter concentrations are found in a blank, the analysis will be
flagged for future evaluation and possible re-sampling.

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3.3 Field Instruments
Field instruments utilized to measure groundwater characteristics will be
calibrated prior to entering the field, and recalibrated in the field as required, to
insure accurate sample measurements. The specific conductivity and pH meter
will be recalibrated utilizing two prepared solutions of known pH concentration in
the range of anticipated values (between 4 and 10). A permanent thermometer,
calibrated against a National Bureau of Standards Certified thermometer, will be
used for temperature meter calibration. Other field equipment should be
calibrated at least daily using the manufacturer's recommended specifications.

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4.0 SAMPLE PRESERVATION AND SHIPMENT
Sample preservation, shipment, and Chain-of-Custody procedures to be observed
between sampling and laboratory analysis are presented in the following sections.
4.1 Sample Preservation
Pre-measured chemical preservatives will be provided by the analytical
laboratory. Hydrochloric acid will be used as a chemical stabilizer and
preservative for volatile and purgeable organic specimens. Nitric acid will be
used as the preservative for samples for inorganic metals analysis.
4.2 Storage/Transport Conditions
Proper storage and transport conditions must be maintained to preserve the
sample integrity between collection and analysis. Ice and chemical cold packs
will be used to cool and preserve samples, as directed by the analytical
laboratory. Samples will be maintained at a maximum temperature of 4o C. Dry
ice is not to be used. Samples will be packed and/or wrapped in plastic bubble
wrap to inhibit breakage or accidental spills.

Chain-of-Custody control documents will be placed in a waterproof pouch and
sealed inside the cooler with the samples for shipping. Tape and/or custody
seals will be placed on the outside of the shipping coolers, in a manner to
prevent and detect sample tampering.
4.3 Sample Delivery
Samples shall be delivered to the analytical laboratory within a reasonable
period of time in person or using an overnight delivery service to insure hold
times are not exceeded. If samples are not shipped the same day, the ice used
to keep the samples cool will be replenished to maintain the required maximum
temperature of 4o C. Shipment and sample receipt will be coordinated with the
laboratory. Do NOT store or ship highly contaminated samples (concentrated
wastes, free product, etc.) or samples suspected of containing high contaminant
concentrations in the same cooler or shipping container with other
environmental samples.
4.4 Chain of Custody
Chain-of-Custody control will be maintained from sampling through analysis to
prevent tampering with analytical specimens. Chain-of-Custody control
procedures for samples will consist of the following:

1. Chain-of-Custody will originate at the laboratory with the shipment of
prepared sample bottles and a sealed trip blank(s) in sealed coolers.
Container kits will be shipped by express carrier to the sampler or site or
picked up at the laboratory.
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2. Following sample kit receipt, the sampler will inventory the container kit,
and check its consistency with number and type of containers indicated in
the Chain-of-Custody forms and required for the sampling event.

3. Labels for individual sample containers will be completed in the field,
indicating the site name, sampling time and date, sample location/well
number, analysis required, sampler’s initials, and preservation methods
used for the sample.

4. Collected specimens will be placed in the iced coolers and will remain in
the continuous possession of the field technician until shipment or
transferal as provided by the Chain-of-Custody form has occurred. If
continuous possession cannot be maintained by the field technician, the
coolers will be temporarily sealed and placed in a secured area.

5. Following laboratory delivery, samples will be issued a laboratory sample
number and recorded into a logbook indicating client, sample
location/well number, and delivery date and time. The laboratory director
or his designee will sign the Chain-of-Custody control forms and formally
receive the samples.

6. Filled-in Chain-of-Custody form copies will be placed in the laboratory's
analytical project file and attached to the laboratory analysis report
following analysis.

Chain-of-Custody forms will be used to transfer direct deliveries from the
sampler to the laboratory. A coded, express delivery shipping bill shall
constitute the Chain-of Custody between the sampler and laboratory for
overnight courier deliveries.
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5.0 FIELD LOGBOOK
The field technician will keep an up-to-date logbook documenting important information
pertaining to the technician's field activities. The field logbook will document the
following:

 Site Name and Location;
 Sampling Date and Time;
 Climatic Conditions During Sampling Event;
 Sampling Location/Well Identification Number;

 Sample Collection Time;

 Field Technician Signature;

Groundwater Sample Collection
 Well Static Water Level;
 Water Column Height in Well;
 Purged Water Volume and Well Yield (High or Low);
 Observations on Purging and Sampling Event;
 Temperature, pH, Temperature, DO, ORP, Turbidity, and Conductivity
Readings;

Surface Water Sample Collection
 Relative stream water level;
 Surface water clarity; and
 Changes in surface monitoring station conditions and surroundings.
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6.0 LABORATORY ANALYSIS
The ground and surface water parameters will be analyzed for field water quality
indicators (pH, conductivity, temperature and turbidity) and those constituents listed in
Table 2. Analytical methods will follow Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste -
Physical/Chemical Methods (SW-846) or Methods for the Chemical Analysis of Water and
Wastes and will be consistent with the DWM’s policies regarding analytical methods and
reporting limits. Analysis will be performed by a laboratory certified by the North
Carolina DWM for the analyzed parameters.
6.1 Laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Formal environmental laboratory Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
procedures are to be utilized at all times. The owner/operator of the landfill is
responsible for selecting a laboratory contractor and insuring that the laboratory
is utilizing proper QA/QC procedures. The laboratory must have a QA/QC
program based on specific routine procedures outlined in a written laboratory
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manual. The QA/QC procedures listed in the
manual shall provide the lab with the necessary assurances and documentation
that accuracy and precision goals are achieved in analytical determinations.
Internal quality control checks shall be undertaken regularly by the lab to assess
the precision and accuracy of analytical procedures.
6.2 Data Review
During analyses, quality control data and sample data shall be reviewed by the
laboratory manager to identify questionable data and determine if the necessary
QA/QC requirements are being followed. If a portion of the lab work is
subcontracted, it is the contracted laboratory’s responsibility to verify that
subcontracted work is completed by certified laboratories, using approved QA/QC
procedures.

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7.0 RECORD KEEPING AND REPORTING
This section addresses the documentation and reporting requirements associated with
the WQMP implementation.
7.1 Groundwater System Evaluations
After each monitoring event, the potentiometric surface will be evaluated to
determine whether the monitoring system is adequate to provide early detection
of a release from the landfill unit and to determine the rate and direction of
groundwater flow at the site. The groundwater flow direction will be determined
by comparing groundwater surface elevations across the site through the using a
potentiometric surface map. Groundwater flow rate will be determined using the
following equation:

V=Ki/n
Where: V = Velocity (feet/day)
K = Hydraulic Conductivity (feet/day)
i = Hydraulic Gradient (foot/foot)
n = Effective Porosity of aquifer soils (unit less)

If these evaluations indicate the groundwater monitoring system requires
modification to meet rule requirements, a work plan and revised WMQP will be
submitted to NCDWM for review prior to modifications to enhance the monitoring
system.
7.2 Reporting
A report summarizing the monitoring event and the analytical data from the
event will be submitted to the DWM within 120 days of completion of the event.

Monitoring reports will include the following:

1. An discussion of site geology and hydrogeology;
2. A discussion of the monitoring event procedures and results;
3. An potentiometric surface map;
4. Analytical laboratory reports and summary tables;
5. Graphical analysis of analytical data may be reported but is not required;
6. Solid Waste Environmental Monitoring Reporting Form (Appendix A); and
7. Laboratory Data (in Electronic Data Deliverable Format – see Section
2.2.1).

Monitoring reports may be submitted electronically by e-mail or in paper copy
form. Copies of the reports will be kept at the landfill office.

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8.0 MONITORING PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS
8.1 Overview
This section addresses the procedures that should be followed with respect to
any water quality program modifications.
8.2 Well Abandonment/Rehabilitation
After each water quality monitoring event, the potentiometric surface will be
evaluated to determine whether the monitoring system is still effective at
detecting an early release from the landfill, and to determine the groundwater
flow rate and direction at the site. If the potentiometric maps reveal the depths,
locations, or well number is insufficient to monitor for a potential releases of
solid waste constituents from the solid waste management area, new well
locations and depths will be submitted to the DWM for approval.

Should wells become irreversibly damaged or require rehabilitation, the DWM
will be notified. If monitoring wells and/or piezometers are damaged irreversibly
they will be abandoned under DWM direction following 15A NCAC 02C .0113. The
abandonment procedure in unconsolidated materials involves over-drilling
and/or pulling the well casing and plugging the well with a sealant such as neat
cement grout and/or bentonite clay. For bedrock well completions the
abandonment encompasses plugging the interior well riser and screen with a
sealant such as neat cement grout and/or bentonite clay sealant.
8.3 Additional Well Installations
Additional well installations will be carried out in accordance with DWM
directives. Monitoring wells will be installed under the supervision of a geologist
or engineer who is registered in North Carolina and who will certify to the DWM
that the installation complies with the North Carolina Regulations. For future
well installation, the documentation for well construction will be submitted by
the registered geologist or engineer to the DWM within sixty (60) days after well
construction.
8.4 Implementation Schedule
The Monitoring Program proposed herein will be implemented following
approval of this Water Quality Monitoring Plan by the DWM.

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Analytical Parameters
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By: JAS/MMG
Date: 5/8/2014
Constituents Synonyms Constituents Synonyms
Antimony Methyl bromide Bromomethane
Arsenic Methyl chloride Chloromethane
Barium Methyl ethyl ketone 2-Butanone
Beryllium Methyl iodide Iodomethane
Cadmium 4-Methyl-2-pentanone Methyl isobutyl ketone
Chromium Methylene bromide Dibromomethane
Cobalt Methylene chloride Dichloromethane
Copper Styrene Ethenylbenzene
Lead 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane
Nickel Tetrachloroethylene Perchloroethylene
Selenium Toluene Methyl benzene
Silver 1,1,1-Trichloroethane Methyl chloroform
Thallium 1,1,2-Trichloroethane
Vanadium Trichloroethylene
Zinc Trichloroflouromethane CFC-11
Temperature 1,2,3-Trichloropropane
pH Vinyl acetate Acetic acid, ethenyl ester
Turbidity Vinyl chloride Choroethene
Specific Conductance Xylenes Dimethyl benzene
Acetone 2-Propanone
Acrylonitrile 2-Propenenitrile C&D Landfill Additional Parameters:
Benzene Mercury
Bromochloromethane Chlorobromomethane Chloride
Bromodichloromethane Dibromochloromethane Manganese
Bromoform Tribromomethane Sulfate
Carbon Disulfide Iron
Carbon Tetrachloride Tetrachloromethane Alkalinity
Chlorobenzene Total Dissolved Solids
Chloroethane Ethyl chloride Tetrahydrofuran
Chloroform Trichloromethane
Dibromochloromethane Chlorodibromomethane
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1,2-Dibromoethane Ethylene dibromide, EDB
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1,2-Dichloropropane Propylene dichloride
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Ethylbenzene
2-Hexanone Methyl butyl ketone
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Available Well Records

Water Quality Monitoring Report
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Environmental Monitoring Report Form

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Landfill Gas Monitoring Plan

Avery County Solid Waste Facility
Ingalls, North Carolina
Permit No. 06-03

Prepared for:

Avery County
Newland, North Carolina

Revised: May 2016
Original Submittal: March 2016

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