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HomeMy WebLinkAbout7305_DukeMayo_RevisedGWAssessmentWorkPlan_DIN27462_20170223Belews Creek Steam Station 3195 Pine Hall Road Belews Creek, NC 27009 336-215-4576 www.duke-energy.com Page 1 of 2 February 23, 2017 North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Waste Management Solid Waste Section 1646 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 28778 Attn: Ms. Elizabeth Werner (submitted electronically) Re: Groundwater Assessment Work Plan Rev 1 Mayo Landfill Permit No.: 7305-INDUS Mayo Steam Electric Plant Roxboro, North Carolina 27574 Dear Ms. Werner, On January 31, 2017 a Groundwater Assessment Work Plan for the Mayo Landfill located at the Duke Energy Progress (Duke) Mayo Steam Electric Plant was submitted for your approval. The WorkPlan has been revised as follows: • Section 3.1 Monitoring Well Installation The Area 3 text was modified to indicate that a "cluster" might be installed rather than a "single" well. • Figure 3 Proposed Monitoring Wells Based on field conditions recently observed and additional review of the topography, the monitoring wells in Area 1 and Area 2 have been adjusted to more closely represent approximate locations of installation. Revision 1 of the WorkPlan is attached. If there are any questions regarding this revision, please contact me at (336) 215-4576 or by email at kimberlee.witt@duke-energy.com. Respectfully submitted, Kimberlee Witt, PE Environmental Services Attachments: Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater at Mayo Plant Landfill Rev 1 www.duke-energy.com Page 2 of 2 cc (via e-mail): Ed Mussler, NCDEQ Evan Andrews, Duke Energy Herhert Lea, Duke Energy Jake Muessen, Duke Energy Ed Sullivan, Duke Energy Jerry A. Wylie, NC LG 1425 Project Manager Kathy Webb, NC LG 1328 Project Director WORK PLAN FOR ASSESSMENT OF GROUNDWATER AT MAYO PLANT LANDFILL MAYO STEAM ELECTRIC PLANT 10660 BOSTON ROAD ROXBORO, NORTH CAROLINA 27574 PERMIT #7305-INDUS REVISION NO. 1: FEBRUARY 23, 2017 PREPARED FOR PREPARED BY SYNTERRA 148 RIVER STREET, SUITE 220 GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 29601 (864) 421-9999 Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page i P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE 1.0 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1-1 1.1 Background .............................................................................................................. 1-1 1.2 Objective ................................................................................................................... 1-1 2.0 Site Information ........................................................................................................... 2-1 2.1 Site Location ............................................................................................................. 2-1 2.2 Site Geology and Hydrogeology .......................................................................... 2-1 2.3 Groundwater Monitoring ...................................................................................... 2-2 Landfill Groundwater Monitoring Network ................................................ 2-2 2.3.1 CCR Unit Monitoring Network ...................................................................... 2-2 2.3.2 2.4 Landfill Support Units ........................................................................................... 2-2 Truck Wash ........................................................................................................ 2-2 2.4.1 Leachate Storage Tanks .................................................................................... 2-3 2.4.2 Valve Vault and Lift Station ............................................................................ 2-3 2.4.3 Leachate Force Main ......................................................................................... 2-3 2.4.4 Landfill Office and Maintenance Building .................................................... 2-3 2.4.5 Sump Pump System.......................................................................................... 2-3 2.4.6 3.0 Assessment Work Plan................................................................................................ 3-1 3.1 Monitoring Well Installation ................................................................................. 3-1 3.2 Groundwater Samples ............................................................................................ 3-2 3.3 Field and Sampling Quality Assurance/Quality Control Procedures ............. 3-3 Field Logbooks .................................................................................................. 3-3 3.3.1 Field Data Records ............................................................................................ 3-3 3.3.2 Field Equipment Calibration ........................................................................... 3-4 3.3.3 Sample Custody Requirements ....................................................................... 3-5 3.3.4 Quality Assurance and Quality Control Samples ........................................ 3-7 3.3.5 Decontamination Procedures .......................................................................... 3-8 3.3.6 4.0 Report and Schedule ................................................................................................... 4-1 5.0 References ...................................................................................................................... 5-1 Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page ii P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1 Mayo Plant Vicinity Map Figure 2 Exisiting Site Layout Map - Landfill Figure 3 Proposed Monitoring Wells Figure 4 Typical Well Construction Schematics LIST OF TABLES Table 1 Proposed Groundwater Field and Analytical Parameters Table 2 Proposed Assessment Schedule LIST OF APPENDICES Appendix A Low Flow Sampling Plan - Duke Energy Facilities Ash Basin Groundwater Assessment Program (June 2015) Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 1-1 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background Duke Energy Progress, Inc. (Duke Energy), owns and operates the Mayo Steam Electric Plant (Mayo, Plant or site), located near Roxboro, North Carolina (Person County). The Mayo Plant began commercial operation in 1983 with a single coal-fired unit. Coal combustion residuals (CCR) have historically been managed in the Plant’s on-site ash basin. In 2013, the Mayo Plant converted to a completely dry ash handling system. Beginning in November 2014, CCR from the Plant have been managed in an on-site landfill. Mayo Plant Vicinity Map and a landfill site layout map are included as Figures 1 and 2, respectively. A Solid Waste Permit to construct the landfill was issued by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ; formally NCDENR) Division of Waste Management, Solid Waste Section on July 19, 2012. Construction for the industrial landfill was completed in June 2014, a Permit to Operate was issued on July 10, 2014, and waste placement began in November 2014. The permit for the landfill (7305- INDUS-2012) was issued for a period of five years at which time continued operation of the landfill requires a permit renewal. Phase One of the landfill consists of 31 acres out of a possible total 104-acre proposed landfill footprint. The capacity of Phase One is 1,592,000 cubic yards. The landfill was constructed with a double high-density polyethylene liner with leak detection, groundwater monitoring, and leachate collection systems. 1.2 Objective Duke Energy monitors groundwater around Mayo Plant’s landfill to meet the requirements of the Federal CCR Rule (USEPA, 2015) and other relevant regulations including NCDEQ’s Solid Waste (SW) Rules Subchapter 13B, .0504(1)(g)(iv) for the Site Application for the facility and Rule .0602 governing surface water monitoring, and the North Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC) Title 15A, Subchapter 2L.0202 (2L or 2L Standards) and Subchapter 13B Section .0503. Detections recently noted in groundwater at the landfill will be evaluated as the focus of this proposed assessment. Two ancillary units to the landfill, a truck wheel wash station and leachate transfer vault, were indicated as potential sources of groundwater impact during an initial review of landfill operations and groundwater data. These units and other ancillary units require further groundwater assessment to determine the presence and extent of potential groundwater impact. The objective of this Work Plan is to propose further assessment activities, outline methodologies and procedures for the proposed assessment, and provide a timeline for the proposed work to be completed. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 2-1 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx 2.0 SITE INFORMATION 2.1 Site Location The Mayo Plant property is located in the northeast corner of Person County and is generally bisected by US Highway 501 (Boston Road). The majority of the Plant property, including the power plant, the ash basin, and the majority of operational features, is located east of Highway 501 and the property extends to the eastern shore of Mayo Lake. The Mayo Industrial Landfill (landfill) is located on a portion of Plant property located west of Highway 501. A haul road connects the landfill with the operational portion of the Mayo Plant. The landfill property is bounded to the west by privately owned land, to the south by privately owned land along Woody Store Road, and to the north by the North Carolina/Virginia state line (Figure 1). 2.2 Site Geology and Hydrogeology The Mayo Plant is located within the Piedmont physiographic province, specifically the central Piedmont, which is generally comprised of metamorphic rocks that occur as generally southwest to northeast trending belts of similar metamorphic rocks/facies interspersed with occasional occurrences of plutonic igneous rocks. The Plant property is located near the contact between two regional zones of metamorphosed rocks: the Carolina Slate Belt (often referred to as Carolina terrane) on the east and the Charlotte Belt (or Charlotte terrane) to the west. The majority of the Mayo Plant, including the largest portion of the ash basin and Mayo Lake are situated in the Carolina terrane, and the landfill is situated near the contact between the Carolina and Charlotte terranes. The vicinity of the landfill is generally characterized by mature, well-rounded hills and rolling ridges cut by small streams and drainages. However, in areas with thinner soils/overburden, the relief is more rugged with incised streams that occur as the rate of subsurface weathering has failed to keep pace with the rate of erosion. In general, three hydrogeologic units or zones of groundwater flow are described for the Mayo Plant. The zone closest to the surface is the shallow or surficial flow zone encompassing saturated conditions, where present, in the residual soil, saprolite, or alluvium beneath the Site. At the landfill, the saprolite unit is discontinuous across the Site, and groundwater is generally not encountered in the saprolite unit. A transition zone is encountered below the surficial zone and above the bedrock and is characterized primarily by partially weathered rock of variable thickness. Groundwater is often first encountered in the transition zone unit over much of the site; however, there are areas where the unit is not saturated. The bedrock flow zone occurs below the transition zone and is characterized by the storage and transmission of groundwater in water-bearing fractures. The bedrock hydrogeologic unit is continuous across the site; Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 2-2 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx however, the depth at which water-bearing fractures are first encountered is quite variable. The landfill is located on an upland area with surface water drainage features that discharge to the east and northeast into Bowe's Branch, a tributary of the Hyco River. The surface water features to the west of the landfill drain to the northwest to an un- named tributary of Bowe's Branch. 2.3 Groundwater Monitoring Landfill Groundwater Monitoring Network 2.3.1 As previously indicated, state regulations that pertain to this Work Plan and groundwater at the Mayo Plant landfill include NCDEQ’s SW Rules and the 2L Standards. For the Solid Waste Permit, Duke installed five monitoring wells (four downgradient and one upgradient) around Phase One of the landfill to monitor for potential releases to the uppermost aquifer. Surface water monitoring locations have also been established to monitor surface water quality around the landfill. Two locations are situated upstream of the landfill to establish background concentrations, and one location is downstream of the landfill. Additionally, one composite leachate sample is collected from the landfill’s leachate collection tanks. Should the tanks be empty, a second leachate collection point has been established at the scrubber blowdown ponds. These wells, surface water, and leachate monitoring locations are sampled semi-annually for a specific list of constituents. CCR Unit Monitoring Network 2.3.2 The US EPA passed the CCR Rule in April of 2015. The Mayo landfill is considered a CCR Unit under USEPA 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Parts 257. Monitoring wells have been installed around the landfill to comply with the Federal CCR Rule and are currently undergoing the appropriate number of sampling events for statistical analysis. Once completed, a report will be written and certified by a North Carolina Licensed Engineer. Until the initial sampling effort and statistical analysis is complete, groundwater quality data are used for information purposes only. 2.4 Landfill Support Units Various ancillary units support landfill as described in the following sections: Truck Wash 2.4.1 Haul trucks carry CCR material from the Plant’s combustion chambers to the landfill. To dump their contents, the trucks must drive onto the working face of Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 2-3 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx the landfill. A truck wash is located adjacent to the landfill exit to assist with removing CCR material from the haul trucks for their return trip to the Plant. The truck wash is designed to be a closed system that utilizes leachate and fresh water in the process. Leachate Storage Tanks 2.4.2 Three storage tanks that collectively could contain an approximate maximum volume of 1,000,000 gallons of leachate are located adjacent to the landfill on the west side. The tanks are steel bolted, glass-lined construction and are contained within a dual containment system. Leachate is stored for use as dust suppressant via a truck fill station or transferred to the Plant for use in ash conditioning for transport. Valve Vault and Lift Station 2.4.3 The valve vault and lift station are two contiguous support units on the northeast side of the landfill. These units work to route leachate to the tanks and then to the Plant. The lift station consists of an 84-inch concrete manhole, which extends about 11.5 feet below grade to a series of pumps, pipes, and valves. The valve vault is a 12-feet by 6-feet rectangular concrete box, installed about 5.5 feet below grade, also containing a series of valves and pipes. Leachate Force Main 2.4.4 The leachate collection system is a series of underground pipes, dual contained with HDPE force main pipe within a larger HDPE containment pipe, and pumping stations that move the leachate collected from the landfill to the leachate storage tanks located topographically above the landfill. Landfill Office and Maintenance Building 2.4.5 North of the landfill is an office and maintenance building, housing a few offices, maintenance shop, kitchen, and restroom. The building is roughly 2500 square feet and has a septic system and potable well located about 300 feet west of the building. The septic field is located 625 feet southwest of the building, and the septic tank is located 25 feet northeast, next to a pump tank. There is also an oily water storage tank located along the northeast wall of the building. Sump Pump System 2.4.6 A sump pump system removes leachate from the landfill leachate collection system. Leachate is pumped from the landfill into the leachate force main. The sump pump system includes HDPE side slope riser pipes, which house pumps and a control panel adjacent to the side slope risers. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-1 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx 3.0 ASSESSMENT WORK PLAN Landfill ancillary structures having the potential to influence groundwater quality are those that transport or store leachate water. Active assessment of areas downgradient of the truck wash and transfer vault are included in this Work Plan. Additionally, a review of the likelihood of impacts to groundwater quality from the lined landfill unit, leachate tanks, leachate force main, sump pump system, landfill office and maintenance building will be reviewed as a part of this assessment through an analysis of engineering design and construction reports/drawings as well as direct testing results. The scope of work discussed in this plan is designed to meet the requirements of 15A NCAC 02L .0106(g) as it pertains to the anticipated further assessment of the groundwater downgradient of landfill ancillary structures. 3.1 Monitoring Well Installation This work plan addresses the groundwater assessment of up to three specific areas around the landfill for additional evaluation. Area 1 monitoring wells will be installed downgradient of the truck wash station, around the topographic relief draw and within the 250 feet landfill compliance boundary. The main purpose of these clusters is to assess the potential impact to groundwater from the truck wash station. Area 2 monitoring wells will be installed downgradient of the leachate transfer vault and within the 250 feet landfill compliance boundary to assess the potential impact to groundwater from the leachate transfer vault. Area 3 is east of the landfill, below the leachate sump pump system. Additional evaluation of landfill operations and ancillary equipment, as well as an evaluation of available groundwater quality data, will be conducted. Four monitoring well clusters in Area 1 and three monitoring well clusters in Area 2 are proposed for installation, as shown in Figure 3. There may be up to three individual monitoring wells installed per cluster. If deemed appropriate for evaluation in Area 3, a single monitoring well cluster may be installed. Area 1 and 2 monitoring wells may be screened in the surficial (S), transition zone (D), and upper bedrock (BR) flow zones (as saturated conditions are observed) to assess groundwater quality and evaluate vertical migration of constituents. Estimated depths from ground surface for each zone are 25 feet bgs (below ground surface) for the surficial well, 40 feet bgs for the transition zone well, and 60 feet bgs for the upper bedrock well. The exact number of wells installed in a given location will be dependent on actual conditions encountered in the field (e.g., saturated conditions). Proposed monitoring well installation will be initiated following Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-2 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx appropriate access and permit approvals, including NCDEQ Erosion & Sediment Control. Borings for well installation will be drilled utilizing air rotary (specifically, downhole, pneumatic air hammer) techniques. Assuming favorable site conditions, it is anticipated that wells may be completed in the saprolite unit, the transition zone between saprolite and competent bedrock, and bedrock wells installed into the upper portion of the underlying shallow bedrock to an approximate depth, based on specific conditions, of at least 10 feet below the saprolite/bedrock transition zone. For locations with multiple monitoring wells (two or more monitoring wells at the same location), the deeper well will be installed first. Upon completion of the deeper well, the drill rig will be off set according to the well arrangement, and the shallower well(s) will be installed. During boring installation, soil/rock cuttings will be described for lithologic information including color and soil/rock type. Monitoring wells will be constructed in accordance with NCAC Title 15A, Subchapter 2C, Section .0100 Well Construction Standards. Wells will be installed with preference to screen intervals 10 feet in length, but unique hydrogeologic conditions may require the need for longer or shorter lengths. Typical well construction schematics are included as Figure 4. Following installation, the monitoring wells will be developed in order to remove drill fluids, clay, silt, sand, and other fines, which may have been introduced into the formation or sand pack during drilling and well installation, and to establish communication of the well with the aquifer. Following well completion, the newly installed wells will be surveyed for location and elevation. 3.2 Groundwater Samples Groundwater samples will be collected using low flow sampling techniques utilizing either a peristaltic pump or submersible pump per the groundwater sampling procedures provided in the Low Flow Sampling Plan, Duke Energy Facilities, Ash Basin Groundwater Assessment Program, North Carolina, June 10, 2015 (Appendix A) (Low Flow Sampling Plan) to minimize sampling error and prevent cross contamination of samples. Field parameters, as listed in Table 1, will be measured and recorded during groundwater sampling. Groundwater samples will be submitted to the Duke Energy analytical laboratory and analyzed for the constituents listed in Table 1. Groundwater results will be compared to the 2L Standards. During groundwater sampling activities, water level measurements will be collected at the existing site monitoring wells, observation wells, and piezometers, along with the new wells. The data will be used to generate water table and potentiometric maps of the encountered hydrogeologic units. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-3 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx 3.3 Field and Sampling Quality Assurance/Quality Control Procedures Documentation of field activities will be completed using a combination of logbooks, field data records (FDRs), sample tracking systems, and sample custody records. Field Logbooks 3.3.1 The field logbooks are permanently bound and provide a hand written account of field activities. Entries are made in indelible ink, and corrections are made with a single line with the author initials and date. Each page of the logbook is dated and initialed by the person completing the log. Partially completed pages will have a line drawn through the unused portion at the end of each day with the author’s initials. The following information is generally entered into the field logbooks: The date and time of each entry; A summary of important tasks or subtasks completed during the day; A description of field tests completed in association with the daily task; A description of samples collected including documentation of quality control samples that were prepared (rinse blanks, duplicates, matrix spike, split samples, etc.); Documentation of equipment maintenance and calibration activities; Documentation of equipment decontamination activities; and, Descriptions of deviations from the work plan. Field Data Records 3.3.2 Sample field data records (FDR) contain sample collection and/or exploration details. A FDR may be a preprinted, “fill-in the blanks” form on paper or it may be an electronically generated form where data and information is recorded and stored directly onto a field computer. A FDR is completed each time a field sample is collected. The goal of the FDR is to document exploration and sample collection methods, materials, dates and times, and sample locations and identifiers. Field measurements and observations associated with a given exploration or sample collection task are recorded on the FDRs. FDRs are maintained throughout the field program in files that become a permanent record of field program activities. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-4 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx Field Equipment Calibration 3.3.3 Field sampling equipment (e.g., YSI pH/conductivity/temperature/dissolved oxygen/oxidation-reduction potential [ORP] meter) will be properly maintained and calibrated prior to and during continued use to confirm that measurements are accurate within the limitations of the equipment. Personnel will follow the manufacturers’ instructions to determine if the instruments are functioning within their established operation ranges. To be acceptable, a field test must be bracketed between acceptable calibration results. The calibration data will be recorded on a FDR. The first check may be an initial calibration, with the second check being a continuing verification check. The field parameter meter undergo morning, afternoon and end of day calibrations, as applicable. Verify the calibration at no more than 24-hour intervals during use and at the end of the use if the instrument will not be used the next day or time periods greater than 24 hours. Initial calibration and verification checks should meet the acceptance criteria or the data is qualified. If an initial calibration or verification check fails to meet the acceptance criteria, recalibrate the instrument or remove it from service. If a calibration check fails to meet the acceptance criteria and it is not possible to reanalyze the samples, the following actions are taken: - Report results between the last acceptable calibration check and the failed calibration check as estimated (qualified with a “J”); - Include a narrative of the problem; and - Shorten the time period between verification checks or repair/replace the instrument. If historically generated data demonstrate that a specific instrument remains stable for extended periods of time, the interval between initial calibration and calibration checks may be increased. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-5 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx - Acceptable field data are to be bracketed by acceptable checks. Data that are not bracketed by acceptable checks will be qualified. - Base the selected time interval on the shortest interval that the instrument maintains stability. - If an extended time interval is used and the instrument consistently fails to meet the final calibration check, then the instrument may require maintenance to repair the problem or the time period is too long and will be shortened. For continuous monitoring equipment, acceptable field data will be bracketed by acceptable checks or the data should be qualified. Sampling or field measurement instrument determined to be malfunctioning will be repaired or replaced with a new piece of equipment. Sample Custody Requirements 3.3.4 A program of sample custody will be followed during sample handling activities in both field and laboratory operations. This program is designed to account for each sample at all times. The appropriate sampling and laboratory personnel will complete sample FDRs, chain-of-custody records, and laboratory receipt sheets. The primary objective of sample custody procedures is to obtain an accurate written record that can trace the handling of samples during the sample collection process, through analysis, until final disposition. Field Sample Custody Sample custody for samples collected during each sampling event will be maintained by the personnel collecting the samples. Samplers are responsible for documenting sample transfer and maintaining sample custody until the samples are shipped off-site. The sample custody protocol followed by the sampling personnel involves: Recording sample locations, sample bottle identification, and specific sample acquisition measures on appropriate forms; Using sample labels to document all information necessary for effective sample tracking; and, Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-6 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx Completing sample FDR forms to establish sample custody in the field before sample shipment. Prepared labels are normally developed for each sample prior to sample collection. At a minimum, each label will contain: Duke Energy power plant (Mayo); Sample location (identification) and depth (if applicable); Sample collection date and time; and, Analyses requested; and Preservative (if applicable). Blank chain-of-custody records for each media will be provided by the analytical laboratory. Analytical parameters and the bottle ware required for each analytical parameter will be listed on the blank chain-of-custody records. A chain-of-custody record documenting samples collected will be prepared each day following sample collection. Chain-of-custody records document the following: Sample location/identification; The requested analysis and applicable preservative; The dates and times of sample collection; The number of sample containers corresponding to each sample and analysis; The signature of the sampler completing the chain-of-custody form; The date, time and sampler signature documenting the transfer of sample custody from the sample crew to the courier or laboratory personnel receiving the samples; and The date, time and signature of the courier (or laboratory personnel) documenting receipt and custody of the samples. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-7 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx Completed chain-of-custody forms typically are photographed by the sample team and the photographs forwarded to designated SynTerra personnel along with daily progress reports to assist in tracking sample collection and analysis. Sample Container Packing Sample containers will be packed in plastic coolers for shipment or pick up by the laboratory. Bottles will be packed tightly to reduce movement of bottles during transport. Ice will be placed in the cooler along with the chain-of-custody record in a separate, resealable, air tight, plastic bag. A temperature blank provided by the laboratory will also be placed in each cooler prior to shipment if required for the type of samples collected and analyses requested. Sample coolers will be closed and secured using shipping tape and a signed custody seal placed across the cooler lid and body to document that the sample cooler was not opened during sample transport to the analytical laboratory. Quality Assurance and Quality Control Samples 3.3.5 The following quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) samples will be collected during the proposed field activities: Equipment rinse blanks (one per day); Field Duplicates (one per 20 samples per sample medium) Groundwater samples will be collected using low flow sampling techniques utilizing either a peristaltic pump or submersible pump and new sample tubing or dedicated pumps with tubing. Non-dedicated sample tubing will be discarded following sample collection from individual monitoring wells. Deionized water provided by the analytical laboratory will be transferred directly into equipment blank sample containers via new and unused sample tubing. The groundwater sampling equipment blanks enable evaluation of bias (systematic errors) attributed to groundwater sampling equipment. A field duplicate is a replicate sample prepared at the sampling locations from equal portions of all sample aliquots combined to make the sample. Both the field duplicate and the sample are collected at the same time, in the same container type, preserved in the same way, and analyzed by the same laboratory as a measure of sampling and analytical precision. Field QA/QC samples will be analyzed for the same constituents indicated in Table 1. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 3-8 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx Decontamination Procedures 3.3.6 Proper decontamination of non-dedicated sampling equipment is essential to minimize the possibility of cross contamination of samples. Previously used sampling equipment will be decontaminated before sampling and between the collection of each sample. New, disposable sampling equipment, or dedicated sampling equipment (e.g., peristaltic pump tubing) will be used for sampling activities where possible. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 4-1 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx 4.0 REPORT AND SCHEDULE After evaluation, SynTerra will summarize the data in an assessment report, which will contain figures and tables to summarize the data; a map(s) documenting sampling locations and results; documentation of field observations including boring logs, sample descriptions; and laboratory analytical data. The report will be prepared in accordance with industry standards and will be signed and sealed by a North Carolina Licensed Engineer or Geologist. A proposed timeline for Work Plan implementation and assessment completion is provided in Table 2. TABLE 2 PROPOSED ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE MAYO STEAM ELECTRIC PLANT - LANDFILL TASK ESTIMATED TIMELINE (AFTER APPROVAL BY NCDEQ DWM AND RECEIPT OF AUTHORIZATION AND NOTICE TO PROCEED) Erosion and Sediment Control (E&SC) Plan Preparation and Submittal 2 weeks E&SC Plan - NCDEQ Approval/Permit Issuance 4 weeks after submittal of E&SC Plan Monitoring Well Access and E&SC Permit Implementation 4 weeks after issuance of E&SC Permit Monitoring Well Installation 4 weeks Sample Collection and Analysis 2 weeks after completion of well installation Data Validation 2 weeks after receipt of laboratory analytical reports Submittal of Assessment Report 8 weeks after completion of data validation Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant – Landfill SynTerra Page 5-1 P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx 5.0 REFERENCES North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Solid Waste Management. Raleigh: North Carolina Administrative Code Title 15A, Subchapter 13B North Carolina General Statue 130A Article 9, Solid Waste Management. North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Groundwater Classifications and Standards. Raleigh: North Carolina Administrative Code Title 15A, Subchapter 02L; Effective April 1, 2013. North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Well Construction Standards. Raleigh: North Carolina Administrative Code Title 15A, Subchapter 2C, Section .0100; Current through October 1, 2009. USEPA, April 2015; 40 CFR Parts 257 and 261 Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System; Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals from Electric Utilities; Final Rule, EPA- HQ-RCRA-2009-0640. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant - Landfill SynTerra P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx FIGURES MAYO PLANTLANDFILL LOUISIANAPACIFICCORP. MAYOPLANT MAYO ASHBASIN MAYOLAKE HALIFAX CO (VA) PERSON CO (NC) DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY HAUL ROAD HYCOLAKE DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY U S -5 0 1 SR-1374 S R -1 5 0 0 SR-1501 SR-1327 FIGURE 1MAYO PLANT VICINITY MAPMAYO STEAM ELECTRIC PLANTROXBORO, NORTH CAROLINADRAWN BY: A. ROBINSON/A. FEIGLCHECKED BY: K. DONOVANPROJECT MANAGER: J. WYLIE DATE: 01/27/2017 148 RIVER STREET, SUITE 220GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 29601PHONE 864-421-9999www.synterracorp.com P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\00 GIS BASE DATA\Mayo\Map_Docs\Landfill\Fig01_MayoVicinityMap_20170111.mxd 500 0 500 1,000250 GRAPHIC SCALE IN FEET LEGEND PLANT_BOUNDARY STATE/COUNTY BOUNDARY STREAM NOTES: 2016 AERIAL ORTHOPHOTOGRAPHY OBTAINED FROM USDA NRCSGEOSPATIAL DATA GATEWAY(https://gdg.sc.egov.usda.gov/GDGOrder.aspx). DRAWING HAS BEEN SET WITH A PROJECTION OF NORTH CAROLINA STATEPLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM FIPS 3200 (NAD 83/2011). 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ROBINSON/A. FEIGLCHECKED BY: K. DONOVANPROJECT MANAGER: J. WYLIE DATE: 01/31/2017 148 RIVER STREET, SUITE 220GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 29601PHONE 864-421-9999www.synterracorp.com P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\00 GIS BASE DATA\Mayo\Map_Docs\Landfill\Fig02_LandfillSiteLayout_20170111.mxd 250 0 250 500125 GRAPHIC SCALE IN FEET LEGEND &<GROUNDWATER MONITORING WELL ")SURFACE WATER SAMPLING LOCATION LANDFILL BOUNDARY (APPROXIMATE) LANDFILL COMPLIANCE BOUNDARY (APPOXIMATE) LANDFILL REVIEW BOUNDARY (APPROXIMATE) DUKE ENERGY PROGRESS MAYO PLANT PROPERTYBOUNDARY EXISTING GROUND SURFACE CONTOUR STREAM NOTES:2016 AERIAL ORTHOPHOTOGRAPHY OBTAINED FROM USDA NRCSGEOSPATIAL DATA GATEWAY(https://gdg.sc.egov.usda.gov/GDGOrder.aspx). DRAWING HAS BEEN SET WITH A PROJECTION OF NORTH CAROLINA STATEPLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM FIPS 3200 (NAD 83/2011). DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY BOUNDARY COMPLIANCEBOUNDARY REVIEWBOUNDARY LIMIT OF WASTE SOIL STOCKPILE RAILROAD SEDIMENT TRAP SEDIMENT TRAP LEACHATE TANKS ANDLOAD OUT STATION LEACHATE SAMPLE L-1LOCATION U N N A M E D T R I B U T A R Y O F B O W E S B R A N C H B O W E S B R A N C H B O W E S B R A N C H HAUL ROAD SEDIMENT TRAP SEDIMENT BASIN OFFICE/MAINTENANCE BUILDING TRUCK WASH LEACHATE TRANSFERVAULT SUMP PUMPS ANDCONTROL PANEL DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY SEPTIC FIELD POTABLE WELL LOCATION OILY WATER STORAGE TANK SEPTIC AND PUMP TANKS SEDIMENT BASIN &< &< &< &< &< &< &<&< &< &< &< LMW-2 H A U L R O A D OFFICE/MAINTENANCEBUILDINGAREA TRUCK WASHAREA LEACHATE TRANSFER VAULT AREA LEACHATECOLLECTION TANKSAREA 6" LEACHATE FORCE MAIN LEACHATECOLLECTIONFORCE MAIN R A I L R O A DDUKE ENERGYPROPERTY DUKE ENERGYPROPERTY LMW-3 LMW-4 MAYO PLANT LANDFILL 250' COMPLIANCE BOUNDARY 125' REVIEW BOUNDARY 3 9 0 420 4 3 0 5 0 0 470 420 46 0 460 470 4 3 0 390 400 510 490 470 450 410 450430 4 6 0 460 4 1 0 510 4 2 0 45 0 4 9 0 430 4 7 0 5 0 0 4 3 0 430 4 3 0 450 420 480 450 430 430 4 5 0 440 450 430 4 3 0 440 460 460 4 5 0 470 460 5 00 410 410 410 450 430 450 420 440 440 4 2 0 450 41 0 440 4 4 0 440 480 460 420 4 2 0 460 39 0 410 400 410 470 40 0 470 390 4 8 0 390 440 460 500 430480 470 450 440 4 3 0 430 4 0 0 4 1 0 500 480 4 9 0 4 4 0 430 400 410 410 420 490 400 420 400 430 3 9 0 480 450 490 430 440 430 450 440 390 5 0 0 480 430 450 440 480 4 9 0 480 390 470 470 500 440 460 45 0 400 4 0 0 410 470480 480 450 440 450 450 440 450 430 450 490 430 420 430 460 440 4 70 420 420 430 460 490 470 410 410 410 460 470 380380 4 5 0 400 410 440 390 420 460 450 430 LMW-13 LMW-12 LMW-10 LMW-11 LMW-9 LMW-8 LMW-7LMW-6 B O W ES BRANCH B O W E S B R A N C H NOTES:TOPOGRAPHIC CONTOURS ARE FROM GRADING PLAN - TOP OFLINER DRAWING NO. IFC-27 (GOLDER ASSOCIATES, INC.). 2016 AERIAL ORTHOPHOTOGRAPHY OBTAINED FROM USDA NRCSGEOSPATIAL DATA GATEWAY(https://gdg.sc.egov.usda.gov/GDGOrder.aspx). DRAWING HAS BEEN SET WITH A PROJECTION OF NORTH CAROLINASTATE PLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM FIPS 3200 (NAD83/2011). FIGURE 3PROPOSED MONITORING WELLSMAYO STEAM ELECTRIC PLANTROXBORO, NORTH CAROLINADRAWN BY: B. YOUNGPROJECT MANAGER: J. WYLIECHECKED BY: K. DONOVAN DATE: 02/23/2017 148 RIVER STREET, SUITE 220GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 29601PHONE 864-421-9999www.synterracorp.com P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\00 GIS BASE DATA\Mayo\Map_Docs\Landfill\Fig03_PropAssessLoc_20170222.mxd 100 0 100 200 IN FEET GRAPHIC SCALE LEGEND &<EXISTING MONITORING WELL &<PROPOSED ASSESSMENT WELL CLUSTER: AREA 1 &<PROPOSED ASSESSMENT WELL CLUSTER: AREA 2 &<PROPOSED ASSESSMENT WELL CLUSTER: AREA 3 <TOPOGRAPHIC RELIEF DRAW & SLOPE DIRECTION LEACHATE FORCE MAINLEACHATE COLLECTION FORCE MAINEXISTING GROUND SURFACE CONTOUR LANDFILL 250 FT COMPLIANCEBOUNDARY (APPROXIMATE)DUKE ENERGY PROGRESS MAYO PLANTSITE BOUNDARY LANDFILL 125 FT REVIEW BOUNDARY (APPROXIMATE) FIGURE 4 TYPICAL WELL CONSTRUCTION SCHEMATICS Typical Single-Cased Monitoring Well (PROVIDED BY DUKE ENERGY/HDR) Typical Double-Cased Monitoring Well (PROVIDED BY DUKE ENERGY/HDR) Typical Outer Casing Installation for Double Cased Monitoring Well (PROVIDED BY DUKE ENERGY/HDR) W A R N I N G G R O U N D W A T E R M O N I T O R I N G W E L L C O M P A N Y C I T Y S T A T E Z I P R E G I S T R A T I O N N O . 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S C R E E N T O S A N D T O B E N T O N I T E T O G R O U T T O S T A T I C L E V E L Y I E L D G P M S T A T I C C A U T I O N N O T P O T A B L E W A T E R W E L L T A G T y p i c a l B o l l a r d I n s t a l l a t i o n D e t a i l Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant - Landfill SynTerra P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx TABLES TABLE 1 PROPOSED GROUNDWATER FIELD AND ANALYTICAL PARAMETERS MAYO LANDFILL PHASE 1 - PERMIT NO. 7305 MAYO STEAM ELECTRIC PLANT DUKE ENERGY PROGRESS, INC, ROXBORO, NC P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Tables\Table 1 Groundwater Field and Analytical Parameters.xlsxTable 1 Groundwater Field and Analytical Parameters.xlsxtable 1 Page 1 of 1 Field pH 320 S.U.5591 -NE 6.5-8.5 6.5-8.5* Specific Conductance 323 µƱ/cm 5591 -NE NE NE Temperature 325 °C 5591 -NE NE NE Top of Casing 328 feet --NE NE NE Depth to Water 318 feet --NE NE NE Water Elevation 427 feet --NE NE NE Well Depth 411 feet --NE NE NE Arsenic 14 µg/L 248 0.078 10 10 10 Barium 15 µg/L 248 0.1 100 700 2,000 Boron 428 µg/L 248 3.3 NE 700 NE Cadmium 34 µg/L 248 0.101 1 2 5 Chloride 455 µg/L 248 22 NE 250,000 250,000* Chromium 51 µg/L 248 0.5 10 10 100 Copper 54 µg/L 248 1 10 1,000 1,300 Fluoride 312 µg/L 248 17 2,000 2,000 4,000 Iron 340 µg/L 248 1.3 300 300 300* Lead 131 µg/L 248 0.065 10 15 15 Manganese 342 µg/L 248 0.2 50 50 50* Mercury 132 µg/L 248 0.006 0.2 1 2 Nickel 152 µg/L 248 0.5 50 100 NE Nitrate (as Nitrogen)303 µg/L 248 5.4 10,000 10,000 10,000 Selenium 183 µg/L 248 0.092 10 20 50 Silver 184 µg/L 248 0.7 10 20 100* Sulfate 315 µg/L 248 18 250,000 250,000 250,000* Total Dissolved Solids 311 µg/L 248 16,700 NE 500,000 500,000* Zinc 213 µg/L 248 2.6 10 1,000 5,000* Prepared By: KDB Checked By: BJY Notes: - Concentrations are equal to or greater than the SWSL. Samplles collected by SynTerra Corporation on April 6, 2016. MCL = Federal Maximum Contaminant Level as found in 40 CFR, Subpart G § 141.62. 7305 = CCP Monofill, Phase 1 - Permit No. 7305 S.U. = Standard Units µƱ/cm = micromhos per centimeter µg/L = micrograms per literA blank cell means there is no relevant information. Bold Concentrations are equal to or greater than the 15A NCAC 2L Standard (for pH bold indicates a measurement outside of the range). Parameter SWS ID Units Certificate Code NE = Not Established MDL SWSL 15A NCAC 2L Standard Federal MCL All concentrations are presented in µg/L. SWS ID = the Solid Waste Section Identification Number. MDL = the laboratory Method Detection Limit. The MDL values presented are for samples not diluted by the laboratory during analysis. SWSL = the Solid Waste Section Limit. NCDEQ defines the SWSL as the lowest amount of analyte in a sample that can be quantitatively determined with suitable precision and accuracy.15A NCAC 2L Standard refers to Class GA Standards as found in 15A NCAC 02L. 0202 Groundwater Quality Standards, last amended on April 1, 2013 (Appendix I amended April 1, 2013). * Concentration listed is a secondary maximum contaminant level (SMCL). SMCLs are established by EPA in the National Secondary Drinking Water Regulations as found in 40 CFR §143.3. Work Plan for Assessment of Groundwater – Revision 1 February 2017 Mayo Steam Electric Plant - Landfill SynTerra P:\Duke Energy Progress.1026\05.MAYO\Monofill Wheel Wash and Valve Vault Assessment\Work Plan\Mayo LF GW Assessment Work Plan_Rev1.docx APPENDIX A LOW FLOW SAMPLING PLAN DUKE ENERGY FACILITIES ASH BASIN GROUNDWATER ASSESSMENT PROGRAM (JUNE 2015) Low Flow Sampling Plan Duke Energy Facilities Ash Basin Groundwater Assessment Program North Carolina May 1, 2015 Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlanAppendices TABLE OF CONTENTS Low Flow Sampling Plan ....................................................................................................... 1 1.0 PURPOSE ............................................................................................................................... 1 2.0 GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS ............................................................................................. 1 3.0 PROCEDURES ....................................................................................................................... 2 3.1 Pre-Job Preparation ............................................................................................................. 2 3.2 Water-Level Measurements ................................................................................................. 3 3.3 Well Purging ........................................................................................................................ 4 3.3.1 Low-Flow Well Purging ............................................................................................ 4 3.3.2 Volume-Averaging Well Purging .............................................................................. 7 3.4 Sampling ......................................................................................................................... 9 3.4.1 Low-Flow Sampling ................................................................................................. 9 3.4.2 Sampling after Volume-Averaging Purge ............................................................... 10 3.5 Sample Handling, Packing, and Shipping ..................................................................... 10 3.5.1 Handling ................................................................................................................ 10 3.5.2 Sample Labels ....................................................................................................... 10 3.5.3 Sample Seals .......................................................... 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Bookmark not defined. 3.5.4 Chain-of-Custody Record ...................................................................................... 11 3.6 Field Quality Control Samples ....................................................................................... 11 3.7 Field Logbook Documentation....................................................................................... 12 3.8 Decontamination and Waste Management ................................................................... 13 4.0 REFERENCES ..................................................................................................................... 13 Decontamination of Equipment SOP .......................................................................................... 14 1.0 1.0 Purpose & Application ................................................................................................ 15 2.0 Equipment & Materials .......................................................................................................... 15 3.0 Procedure ............................................................................................................................. 15 3.1 Decontamination of Non-disposable Sampling Equipment .......................................... 15 3.2 Decontamination of Field Instrumentation .................................................................... 15 3.3 Decontamination of Groundwater Sampling Equipment ............................................... 16 3.4 Materials from Decontamination Activities .................................................................... 16 Sampling Equipment Check List – Table 1 ................................................................................. 17 Field Logbook/Data Sheets ......................................................................................................... 19 Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlanAppendices Appendices Appendix A – Decontamination of Equipment SOP Appendix B – Sampling Equipment Check List – Table 1 Appendix C – Field Logbook/Data Sheets Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plar1.0 PURPOSE 1 1.0 PURPOSE The purpose of this low flow sampling plan is to establish a standard operating procedure (SOP) to describe collection procedures for groundwater samples from monitoring wells using low-flow purging and sampling techniques or by the volume- averaged purging and sampling method at Duke Energy Ash Basin Groundwater Assessment Program facilities. 2.0 GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS Potential hazards associated with the planned tasks shall be thoroughly evaluated prior to conducting field activities. The Ready-To-Work Plan developed for each facility provides, among other items, a description of potential hazards and associated safety and control measures. Sampling personnel must wear powder-free nitrile gloves or equivalent while performing the procedures described in this SOP. Specifically, gloves must be worn while preparing sample bottles, preparing and decontaminating sampling equipment, collecting samples, and packing samples. At a minimum, gloves must be changed prior to the collection of each sample, or as necessary to prevent the possibility of cross-contamination with the sample, the sample bottles, or the sampling equipment. Field sampling equipment shall be decontaminated in accordance with the Decontamination of Equipment SOP (Appendix A) prior to use. Although sampling should typically be conducted from least to most impacted location, field logistics may necessitate other sample collection priorities. When sampling does not proceed from least to most impacted location, precautions must be taken to ensure that appropriate levels of decontamination are achieved. An example of equipment needed to properly conduct low-flow purging and sampling or volume- averaged groundwater purging and sampling is listed on the example checklist in Table 1 (Appendix B). If a portable generator is used to power the purge pump, it shall be attempted to be located downwind of the well being sampling to avoid cross-contamination of the sample with exhaust from the generator motor. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 2 3.0 PROCEDURES The following sections describe the general operating procedures and methods associated with groundwater sampling. Any variation in these procedures must be approved by the Project Manager (PM) and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Lead and must be fully documented. Field work cannot progress until deviations are approved or resolved. 3.1 Pre-Job Preparation The information listed below may be reviewed prior to sampling activities, if available, and can be beneficial on-site for reference in the field as necessary: • A list of the monitoring wells to be sampled; • Information describing well location, using site-specific or topographic maps or Global Positioning System (GPS) coordinates and descriptions tied directly to prominent field markers; • A list of the analytical requirements for each sampling location; • Boring logs and well construction details, if available; • Survey data that identify the documented point of reference (V-notch or other mark on well casing) for the collection of depth-to-groundwater and total well depth measurements; • Previous depth-to-groundwater measurements; • Previous pump placement depths (dedicated pumps as well as portable pumps) for each sampling location, if available; • Previous pump settings and pumping and drawdown rates, if available; and • Previous analytical results for each monitoring well, if known. The information above is useful when determining the sampling order, pump intake depth, and purge and recharge rates, and can facilitate troubleshooting. The following activities should be completed prior to mobilizing to the site: • Obtain equipment necessary for completing the sampling activities (see the example checklist in Table 1). • Ensure appropriate laboratory-provided bottles are available for both the required analyses and for QC samples and that there has been thorough coordination with the analytical laboratory. • Obtain site-specific maps or GPS coordinates showing clearly marked monitoring well locations or groundwater sample points. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 3 • Review the project work control documents such as the Ready-To-Work Plan, and appropriate SOPs in an effort to determine project-specific sampling requirements, procedures, and goals. • Verify that legal right-of-entry has been obtained and site access has been granted, where required. • Instruct the field team to avoid discussing project data with the public and to refer questions to the Project Manager. 3.2 Water-Level Measurements Prior to pump placement, an initial depth-to-water level and total well depth should be measured. For monitoring wells screened across the water table, this measurement shall be used to determine the required depth to the pump intake (typically, approximately the mid-point of the saturated screen length for low-flow purging and sampling). The procedure for measuring water levels may include the following: 1) Inspect the well head area for evidence of damage or disturbance. Record notable observations in the field logbook. 2) Carefully open the protective outer cover of the monitoring well noting the presence of bee hives and/or spiders, as these animals are frequently found inside well covers. Remove any debris that has accumulated around the riser near the well plug. If water is present above the top of the riser and well plug, remove the water prior to opening the well plug. Do not open the well until the water above the well head has been removed. 3) If practical, well plugs shall be left open for approximately five minutes to allow the static water level to equilibrate before measuring the water level (if well plugs are vented, then a waiting period is not applicable). 4) Using an electronic water-level indicator accurate to 0.01 feet, determine the distance between the established point of reference (usually a V-notch or indelible mark on the well riser) and the surface of the standing water present in the well. Record these data in the field logbook. Repeat this measurement until two successive readings agree to within 0.01 feet. 5) Using an electronic water-level indicator accurate to 0.01 feet, determine the distance between the established point of reference (usually a V-notch or indelible mark on the well riser) and the bottom of the well. Note that there should not be considerable slack in the water-level indicator cable. Record these data in the field logbook. Repeat this measurement until two successive readings agree to within 0.01 feet. 6) If the monitoring well has the potential to contain non-aqueous phase liquids (NAPLs), probe the well for these materials using an optical interface probe. These wells will be attempted to be identified by the Project Manager prior to mobilizing to the well. If NAPL is present, consult the Project Manager for Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 4 direction on collecting samples for analysis. In general, do not collect groundwater samples from monitoring wells containing NAPL. 7) Decontaminate the water-level indicator (and interface probe, if applicable) and return the indicator to its clean protective casing. 3.3 Well Purging Wells must be purged prior to sampling to ensure that representative groundwater is obtained from the water-bearing unit. If the well has been previously sampled in accordance with this sampling plan, then the depth to the pump intake and the pumping rates should be duplicated to the extent possible during subsequent sampling events. Section 3.3.1 provides a description of low-flow well purging, and Section 3.3.2 provides a description of volume-averaging well purging (in the case it’s needed). 3.3.1 Low-Flow Well Purging Adjustable-rate peristaltic, bladder and electric submersible pumps are preferred for use during low-flow purging and sampling activities. Note that a ball valve (or similar valve constructed of polyethylene or brass) may need to be installed to reduce the flow rate to the required level. The low-flow purging and sampling guidance is provided below: 1) Using the specific details of well construction and current water-level measurement, determine the pump intake set depth (typically the approximate mid-point of the saturated well screen or other target sample collection depth adjacent to specific high-yield zones). 2) Attach tubing and supporting rope to the pump and very slowly lower the unit until the pump intake depth is reached. Measure the length of supporting rope required, taking into account the pump length, to attain the required depth. Record the depth to the pump intake in the field logbook. Notes: 1) Sampling shall use new certified-clean disposable tubing. 2) Rope shall be clean, unused, dedicated nylon rope. If a pump is to remain in a well as part of a separate monitoring program, then the rope shall be suspended within the well above the water column for future use. If the pump is removed after sample collection, the rope shall be disposed. 3) After allowing time for the water level to equilibrate, slowly lower the electronic water-level probe into the well until the probe contacts the groundwater. Record the water level in the field logbook. 4) If the well has been previously sampled using low-flow purging and sampling methods, begin purging at the rate known to induce minimal drawdown. Frequently check the drawdown rate to verify that minimum drawdown is being maintained. If results from the previous sampling event are not known, begin Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 5 purging the well at the minimum pumping rate of approximately 100 milliliters per minute (mL/min) (EPA, July 1996). Slowly increase the pumping rate to a level that does not cause the well to drawdown more than about 0.3 feet, if possible. Never increase the pumping rate to a level in excess of 500 mL/min (approximately 0.13 gallon per minute [gpm]). Record the stabilized flow rate, drawdown, and time on the field data sheets. 5) If the drawdown does not stabilize at 100 mL/min (0.026 gpm), continue pumping. However, in general, do not draw down the water level more than approximately 25% of the distance between the static water level and pump intake depth (American Society for Testing and Materials [ASTM], 2011). If the recharge rate of the well is lower than the minimum pumping rate, then collect samples at this point even though indicator field parameters have not stabilized (EPA, July 1996). Commence sampling as soon as the water level has recovered sufficiently to collect the required sample volumes. Allow the pump to remain undisturbed in the well during this recovery period to minimize the turbidity of the water samples. Fully document the pump settings, pumping rate, drawdown, and field parameter readings on the Well Sampling / MicroPurge (Low Flow) Log in the field logbook. Note: For wells that either have very slow recharge rates, that draw down excessively (more than 25% of the distance between the static water level and pump intake depth) at the minimum pumping rate (100 mL/min or 0.026 gpm), or require a higher pumping rate (greater than 500 mL/min or 0.13 gpm) to maintain purging, the procedures described above may not apply. For these “special case” wells, the Field Team Leader shall seek guidance from the Project Manager about the appropriate purging and sampling methodologies to be employed (such as volume-averaged purging and sampling described in Section 3.3.2). 6) Once an acceptable flow rate has been established, begin monitoring designated indicator field parameters. Indicator parameters are pH, specific conductance, dissolved oxygen (DO), and turbidity. Although not considered purge stabilization parameters, temperature and oxidation reduction potential (ORP) will be recorded during purging. Base the frequency of the measurements on the time required to completely evacuate one volume of the flow through the cell to ensure that independent measurements are made. For example, a 500-mL cell in a system pumped at a rate of 100 mL/min is evacuated in five minutes; accordingly, measurements are made and recorded on the field data form (Appendix C) approximately five minutes apart. Indicator parameters have stabilized when three consecutive readings, taken at three to five-minute intervals, meet the following criteria (EPA, March 2013): • pH ± 0.1 standard unit • Specific Conductance ± 5% in µS/cm • DO ± 0.2 mg/L or 10% saturation • Turbidity less than 10 NTUs The target for monitoring turbidity is readings less than ten nephelometric turbidity units (NTUs). In some instances, turbidity levels may exceed the Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 6 desired turbidity level due to natural aquifer conditions (EPA, April 1996). When these conditions are encountered, the following guidelines shall be considered. • If turbidity readings are slightly above 10 NTU, but trending downward, purging and monitoring shall continue. • If turbidity readings are greater than 10 NTU and have stabilized to within 10% during three successive readings, attempt to contact the Project Manager prior to collecting the groundwater sample. • If turbidity readings are greater than 10 NTU and are not stable, well sampling shall be based upon stabilization of more critical indicator parameters (such as dissolved oxygen) without attainment of the targeted turbidity. Attempt to contact the Project Manger if this condition is encountered prior to collecting the groundwater sample. • If after 5 well volumes or two hours of purging (whichever is achieved first), critical indicator field parameters have not stabilized, discontinue purging and collect samples. Fully document efforts used to stabilize the parameters (such as modified pumping rates). Note: While every effort should be taken to ensure that indicator parameters stabilize, some indicator parameters are more critical with respect to certain contaminant types. It is important to identify which indicator parameters are most important to the project prior to commencement of field activities so that unnecessarily protracted purge times can be avoided. For example, the critical indicator parameter associated with metals is turbidity. Note: If purging of a well does not result in turbidity measurements of 10 NTU or less, the field sampler shall alert the Project Manager. The sampling team will assess options to reduce the turbidity as soon as possible. There are a variety of water-quality meters available that measure the water quality parameters identified above. A multi-parameter meter capable of measuring each of the water quality parameters referenced previously (except for turbidity) in one flow-through cell is required. Turbidity shall be measured using a separate turbidity meter or prior to flow into the flow through cell using an inline T-valve, if using one multi-meter during purging. The water quality meter (and turbidity meter) shall be calibrated as per manufacturer’s instructions. Calibration procedures shall be documented in the project field logbook including calibration solutions used, expiration date(s), lot numbers, and calibration results. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 7 3.3.2 Volume-Averaging Well Purging For wells that either have very slow recharge rates, that draw down excessively at the minimum pumping rate (100 mL/min or 0.026 gpm), or require a higher pumping rate (greater than 500 mL/min or 0.13 gpm) to maintain purging (i.e., low-flow well purging and sampling is not appropriate), the volume-averaging well purging and sampling method may be used. The Field Team Leader shall seek approval from the Project Manager before utilizing the volume-averaging method instead of the low-flow method. 3.3.2.1 CALCULATE PURGE VOLUMES Based on the depth-to-water (DTW) and total depth (TD) measurements, the volume of standing water in the well must be calculated using the following procedures. 1) Subtract DTW from TD to calculate the length of the standing water column (Lwc) in the well. ܶܦ െ ܦܹܶ ൌ ܮ௪௖ 2) Multiply the length of the standing water column by the volume calculation (gallon per linear foot of depth) based on the inner casing diameter (see example list below) to determine the total standing water volume; this represents one well volume. ܸ௪ = ܮ௪௖ ൈ2ߨݎଶ 1-inch well = 0.041 gallon per linear foot 2-inch well = 0.163 gallon per linear foot 4-inch well = 0.653 gallon per linear foot 6-inch well = 1.469 gallons per linear foot 8-inch well = 2.611 gallons per linear foot 3) Multiply the well volume calculated in the previous step by three and five to obtain the approximate respective total purge volume (the target purge volume is between three and five standing well volumes). For wells with multiple casing diameters (such as open bedrock holes), calculate the volume for each segment. Take the sum of the values and multiply by three and five to determine the minimum and maximum purge volumes, respectively. 4) Fully document the volume calculation in the field logbook or on the Groundwater Sampling Field Sheets. 3.3.2.2 PURGE THE MONITORING WELL Determine the appropriate pump to be used for purging—the preferred and most commonly used methods involve the use of a surface centrifugal or peristaltic pump Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 8 whenever the head difference between the sampling location and the water level is less than the limit of suction and the volume to be removed is reasonably small. Where the water level is below the limit of suction or there is a large volume of water to be purged, use the variable speed electric submersible pump as the pump of choice (EPA, 2013). In some cases (shallow wells with small purge volumes), purging with a bladder pump may be appropriate. Once the proper pump has been selected: 1) Set the pump immediately above the top of the well screen or approximately three to five feet below the top of the water table (EPA, 2013). 2) Lower the pump if the water level drops during purging. Note: Use new certified-clean disposable tubing for purging and sampling. Note: Although volume-averaged sampling involves purging a specified volume of water (such as three to five well volumes) rather than basing purge completion on the stabilization of water quality indicator parameters, measuring and recording water-quality indicator parameters during purging provides information that can be used for assessment and remedial decision-making purposes. Indicator parameters are pH, specific conductance, DO, and turbidity as described in Section 3.3.1. Temperature and ORP will also be recorded during purging. 3) During well purging, monitor the discharge rate using a graduated cylinder or other measuring device, water-quality indicator parameters (if desired), and DTW as follows: • Initially, within approximately three minutes of startup, • Approximately after each well volume is purged, and then • Before purge completion. 4) Record pump discharge rates (mL/ min or gpm) and pump settings in the field logbook. Also, record any changes in the pump settings and the time at which the changes were made. 5) Maintain low pumping rates to avoid overpumping or pumping the well to dryness, if possible. If necessary, adjust pumping rates, pump set depth, or extend pumping times to remove the desired volume of water. 6) Upon reaching the desired purge water volume, turn off the purge pump. Do not allow the water contained in the pump tubing to drain back into the well when the pump is turned off. Use an inline check valve or similar device, or if using a peristaltic pump, remove the tubing from the well prior to turning off the pump. It is preferred to collect samples within two hours of purging, but acceptable for collection up to 24 hours of purging. Do not collect samples after 24 hours of purging. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 9 Note: The removal of three to five well volumes may not be practical in wells with slow recovery rates. If a well is pumped to near dryness at a rate less than 1.9 L/min (0.5 gpm), the well shall be allowed to completely recover prior to sampling. If necessary, the two-hour limit may be exceeded to allow for sufficient recovery, but samples should be collected within 24 hours of purge completion. 3.4 Sampling 3.4.1 Low-Flow Sampling Following are the procedures for the collection of low-flow groundwater samples. These procedures apply to sample collection for unfiltered and filtered samples using a 0.45 micron filter. See Appendix A for use of 0.1 micron filtered samples. 1) Record the final pump settings in the field logbook prior to sample collection. 2) Measure and record the indicator parameter readings prior to sample collection on both the stabilization form and in the field logbook. 3) Record comments pertinent to the appearance (color, floc, turbid) and obvious odors (such as sulfur odor or petroleum hydrocarbons odor) associated with the water. 4) Arrange and label necessary sample bottles and ensure that preservatives are added, as required. Include a unique sample number, time and date of sampling, the initials of the sampler, and the requested analysis on the label. Additionally, provide information pertinent to the preservation materials or chemicals used in the sample. 5) Collect samples directly from pump tubing prior to the flow-through cell or via the in-line T-valve used for turbidity measurements (as described Section 3.3.1 (6) above). Ensure that the sampling tubing remains filled during sampling and attempt to prevent water from descending back into the well. Minimize turbulence when filling sample containers, by allowing the liquid to run gently down the inside of the bottle. Fill the labeled sample bottles in the following order: • Metals and Radionuclides, • Filtered Metals and Radionuclides, if required, and then • Other water-quality parameters. 6) Seal each sample and place the sample on ice in a cooler to maintain sample temperature preservation requirements. 7) Note the sample identification and sample collection time in field logbook and on Chain-of-Custody form. 8) Once sampling is complete, retrieve the sample pump and associated sampling equipment and decontaminate in accordance with procedures outlined in the Decontamination of Equipment SOP (Appendix A). Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 10 9) Close and secure the well. Clean up and remove debris left from the sampling event. Be sure that investigation-derived wastes are properly containerized and labeled, if applicable. 10) Review sampling records for completeness. Add additional notes as necessary. 3.4.2 Sampling after Volume-Averaging Purge The procedures described below are for the collection of groundwater samples after a volume-averaged purge has been conducted. Volume- averaging purge methods are described in Section 3.3.2. 1) If sampling with a pump, care shall be taken to minimize purge water descending back into the well through the pump tubing. Minimize turbulence when filling sample containers by allowing the liquid to run gently down the inside of the bottle. Fill the labeled sample bottles in the following order: • Metals and Radionuclides, • Filtered Metals and Radionuclides, if required, and then • Other water-quality parameters. 2) If sampling with a bailer, slowly lower a clean, disposable bailer through the fluid surface. Retrieve the bailer and fill the sample bottles as described above. Care shall be taken to minimize disturbing the sample during collection. 3.5 Sample Handling, Packing, and Shipping Samples shall be marked, labeled, packaged, and shipped in accordance with the sections outline below. 3.5.1 Handling The samples will be stored in coolers for transport to the site. Collected samples will be placed on ice in the sampling coolers for pickup or transport to the laboratory for analysis. 3.5.2 Sample Labels All sample containers will be new, laboratory cleaned and certified bottles. The bottles will be properly labeled for identification and will include the following information: • Project Site/ID • Sample identifier (Well ID) • Name or initials of sampler(s) • Date and time of collection • Analysis parameter(s)/method • Preservative Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 11 3.5.3 Chain-of-Custody Record Sample transport and handling will be strictly controlled to prevent sample contamination. Chain-of-Custody control for all samples will consist of the following: • Sample containers will be securely placed in coolers (iced) and will remain under the supervision of project personnel until transfer of the samples to the laboratory for analysis has occurred. • Upon delivery to the laboratory, the laboratory director or his designee will sign the Chain-of-Custody control forms and formally receive the samples. The laboratory will ensure that proper refrigeration of the samples is maintained. The Chain-of-Custody document contains information which may include: • Client name • Client project name • Client contact • Client address • Client phone/fax number • Sampler(s) name and signature • Signature of person involved in the chain of possession • Inclusive dates of possession • Sample identification • Sample number • Date & time of collection • Matrix • Type of container and preservative • Number of containers • Sample type - grab or composite • Analysis parameter(s)/ method • Internal temperature of shipping container upon opening in the laboratory 3.6 Field Quality Control Samples Field quality control involves the routine collection and analysis of QC blanks to verify that the sample collection and handling processes have not impaired the quality of the samples. • Equipment Blank – The equipment blank is a sample of deionized water, which is taken to the field and used as rinse water for sampling equipment. The equipment blank is prepared like the actual samples and returned to the laboratory for identical analysis. An equipment blank is used to determine if certain field sampling or cleaning procedures result in cross-contamination of site samples or if atmospheric contamination has occurred. One equipment blank Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan3.0 PROCEDURES 12 sample will be prepared per day or per 20 groundwater samples, whichever is more frequent. Field and laboratory QA/QC also involves the routine collection and analysis of duplicate field samples. These samples are collected at a minimum rate of approximately one per 20 groundwater samples per sample event. A field duplicate is a replicate sample prepared at the sampling locations from equal portions of all sample aliquots combined to make the sample. Both the field duplicate and the sample are collected at the same time, in the same container type, preserved in the same way, and analyzed by the same laboratory as a measure of sampling and analytical precision. 3.7 Field Logbook Documentation Field logbooks shall be maintained by the Field Team Leader to record daily activities. The field logbook may include the following information for each well: • Well identification number • Well depth • Static water level depth • Presence of immiscible layers (yes – no) • Estimated well yield, if known • Purge volume and purge pumping rate • Time well purge began and ended • Well evacuation procedure and equipment • Field analysis data • Climatic conditions including air temperature • Field observations on sampling event • Well location • Name of collector(s) • Date and time of sample collection • Sampling procedure • Sampling equipment • Types of sample containers used and sample identification numbers • Preservative used The Field Team Leader shall review the field logbook entries for completeness and accuracy. The Field Team Leader is responsible for completion of the required data collection forms. Example field logs are in Appendix C. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plan4.0 REFERENCES 13 3.8 Decontamination and Waste Management Sampling equipment decontamination shall be performed in a manner consistent with the Decontamination of Equipment SOP (Appendix A). Decontamination procedures shall be documented in the field logbook. Investigation-derived wastes produced during sampling or decontamination shall be managed in accordance with State and Station-specific rules for disposal of wastes. 4.0 REFERENCES American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). Standard Practice for Low-Flow Purging and Sampling for Wells and Devices Used for Ground-Water Quality Investigations, D 6771-02. 2011. Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste - Physical/Chemical Methods (SW-846), Third Edition. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Update I, II, IIA, IIB, III, IIIA, IVA and IVB. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development, Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response. Ground Water Issue, “Low-Flow (Minimal Drawdown Sampling Procedures). Document Number EPA/540/S- 95/504,” April 1996. U.S. EPA. Region 4, Groundwater Sampling Operating Procedure. Document Number SESDPROC-301-R3, November 2013. U.S. EPA. Region I, Low Stress (Low Flow) Purging and Sampling Procedure for the Collection of Ground Water Samples from Monitoring Wells, Revision 2, July 1996. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlarDecontamination of Equipment SOP A Decontamination of Equipment SOP Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plar1.0 Purpose & Application 15 1.0 1.0 Purpose & Application This procedure describes techniques meant to produce acceptable decontamination of equipment used in field investigation and sampling activities. Variations from this SOP should be approved by the Project Manager prior to implementation and a description of the variance documented in the field logbook. 2.0 Equipment & Materials • Decontamination water, • Alconox detergent or equivalent non-phosphate detergent • Test tube brush or equivalent • 5-gallon bucket(s) • Aluminum foil • Pump 3.0 Procedure 3.1 Decontamination of Non-disposable Sampling Equipment Decontamination of non-disposable sampling equipment used to collect samples for chemical analyses will be conducted prior to each sampling as described below. Larger items may be decontaminated at the decontamination pad. Smaller items may be decontaminated over 5-gallon buckets. Wastewater will be disposed in accordance with applicable State and Station-specific requirements. 1. Alconox detergent or equivalent and water will be used to scrub the equipment. 2. Equipment will be first rinsed with water and then rinsed with distilled/deionized water. 3. Equipment will be air dried on plastic sheeting. 4. After drying, exposed ends of equipment will be wrapped or covered with aluminum foil for transport and handling. 3.2 Decontamination of Field Instrumentation Field instrumentation (such as interface probes, water quality meters, etc.) will be decontaminated between sample locations by rinsing with deionized or distilled water. If visible contamination still exists on the equipment after the rinse, an Alconox (or equivalent) detergent scrub will be added and the probe thoroughly rinsed again. Decontamination of probes and meters will take place in a 5-gallon bucket. The decontamination water will be handled and disposed in accordance with applicable State and Station-specific requirements. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling Plar3.0 Procedure 16 3.3 Decontamination of Groundwater Sampling Equipment Non-disposable groundwater sampling equipment, including the pump, support cable and electrical wires in contact with the sample will be thoroughly decontaminated as described below: 1. As a pre-rinse, the pump will be operated in a deep basin containing 8 to 10 gallons of water. Other equipment will be flushed with water. 2. The pump will be washed by operating it in a deep basin containing phosphate- free detergent solution, such as Alconox, and other equipment will be flushed with a fresh detergent solution. Detergent will be used sparingly, as needed. 3. Afterwards, the pump will be rinsed by operating it in a deep basin of water and other equipment will be flushed with water. 4. The pump will then be disassembled and washed in a deep basin containing non-phosphate detergent solution. All pump parts will be scrubbed with a test tube brush or equivalent. 5. Pump parts will be first rinsed with water and then rinsed with distilled/deionized water. 6. For a bladder pump, the disposable bladder will be replaced with a new one for each well and the pump reassembled. 7. The decontamination water will be disposed of properly. 3.4 Materials from Decontamination Activities All wastewater and PPE generated from decontamination activities will be handled and disposed in accordance with applicable State and Station-specific requirements. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlarSampling Equipment Check List – Table 1 B Sampling Equipment Check List – Table 1 Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlarSampling Equipment Check List – Table 1 Table 1: Suggested Groundwater Sampling Equipment & Material Checklist Item Description Check Health & Safety Nitrile gloves Hard hat Steel-toed boots Hearing protection Field first-aid kit Fire Extinguisher Eyewash Safety glasses Respirator and cartridges (if necessary) Saranex™/Tyvek® suits and booties (if necessary) Paperwork Health and Safety Plan Project work control documents Well construction data, location map, field data from previous sampling events Chain-of-custody forms and custody seals Field logbook Measuring Equipment Flow measurement supplies (for example, graduated cylinder and stop watch) Electronic water-level indicator capable of detecting non-aqueous phase liquid Sampling Equipment GPS device Monitoring well keys Tools for well access (for example, socket set, wrench, screw driver, T-wrench) Laboratory-supplied certified-clean bottles, preserved by laboratory (if necessary) Appropriate trip blanks and high-quality blank water Sample filtration device and filters Submersible pump, peristaltic pump, or other appropriate pump Appropriate sample and air line tubing (Silastic®, Teflon®, Tygon®, or equivalent) Stainless steel clamps to attach sample lines to pump Pump controller and power supply Oil-less air compressor, air line leads, and end fittings (if using bladder pump) In-line groundwater parameter monitoring device (for example, YSI-556 Multi-Parameter or Horiba U-52 water quality meter) Turbidity meter Bailer Calibration standards for monitoring devices Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlarField Logbook/Data Sheets C Field Logbook/Data Sheets Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlarField Logbook/Data Sheets Groundwater Potentiometric Level Measurement Log Well Number Time Depth to Water (ft)* Depth to Bottom (ft)* Water Column Thickness (ft) Reference Point Elevation (ft, MSL) Potentiometric Elevation (ft, MSL) Remarks Field Personnel: Checked By: * - Measurements are referenced from the top of the PVC inner casing (TOC) for each respective monitoring well. TOCs shall be surveyed by a Professional Land Surveyor and referenced to NAVD88. Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlarField Logbook/Data Sheets Well Sampling / MicroPurge Log Project Name: Sheet: of Well Number: Date: Well Diameter: Top of Casing Elevation (ft, MSL): Pump Intake Depth (ft): Total Well Depth (ft): Recharge Rate (sec): Initial Depth to Water (ft): Discharge Rate (sec): Water Column Thickness (ft): Controller Settings: Water Column Elevation (ft, MSL): Purging Time Initiated: 1 Well Volume (gal): Purging Time Completed: 3 Well Volumes (gal): Total Gallons Purged: WELL PURGING RECORD Time Volume Purged (gallons) Flow Rate (mL/min) Depth to Water (ft) Temperature (°C) pH (s.u.) Specific Conductance (mS/cm) Dissolved Oxygen (mg/L) ORP (mV) Turbidity (NTU) Comments      Stabilization Criteria Min. 1 Well Volume + 3°C + 0.1 + 3% + 10% + 10 mV < 5 NTU or + 10 % if > 5 NTU GROUNDWATER SAMPLING RECORD Sample Number Collection Time Parameter Container Preservative Duke Energy | Low Flow Groundwater Sampling PlarField Logbook/Data Sheets DAILY FIELD REPORT Project Name: Field Manager: Field Personnel: Date: Weather: Labor Hours Equipment Materials Field Observations: Submitted by: Reviewedby: