Uniform Federal Policy Quality Assurance Project Plan (UFP

Uniform Federal Policy – Quality Assurance Project Plan (UFP-QAPP) [Field Sampling Plan (FSP) and Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP)] Remedial Design – Lower 8.3 Miles of the Lower Passaic River

Operable Unit Two of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site

In and About Essex, Hudson, Bergen and Passaic Counties – New Jersey

March 2018 Revision 9

LPROU2-17-2.4_21-001

LPROU2_UFP-QAPP_Rev9_2018-03

Uniform Federal Policy – Quality Assurance Project Plan (UFP-QAPP) [Field Sampling Plan (FSP) and Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP)] Remedial Design – Lower 8.3 Miles of the Lower Passaic River

Operable Unit Two of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site

In and About Essex, Hudson, Bergen and Passaic Counties – New Jersey

March 2018

Revision 9

LPROU2-17-2.4_21-001

PREPARED ON BEHALF OF PREPARED BY

Settling Party Supervising Contractor

Glenn Springs Holdings, Inc. A Subsidiary of Occidental Petroleum

5 Greenway Plaza, Suite 110 Houston, TX 77046

Tetra Tech Inc. 6 Century Drive, 3rd Floor Parsippany, NJ 07054

P +1-973-630-8000

F +1-973-630-8165

tetratech.com

Lower 8.3 Miles of the Lower Passaic River UFP-QAPP OU 2 of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site Revision 9, March 2018

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REVISION RECORD

Revisions to this Uniform Federal Policy – Quality Assurance Project Plan will be reviewed and approved by someone qualified to have prepared the original document. All revisions must be authorized by the Tetra Tech Project Manager and the Glenn Springs Holdings, Inc. Project Coordinator, or their designee(s) and documented below.

Revision Date Portions Affected Reason Authorized By

Agency Submittal

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

06/08/2017

08/18/2017

09/22/2017

09/28/2017

10/13/2017

12/15/2017

01/26/2018

All

All

All

All

All

All

All

Comments received from EPA on Draft/Rev 0

Comments received from EPA on Rev 1;

Comments received from EPA on corresponding

PDI Work Plans

Additional comments received from EPA on

Rev 1 and Rev 2; Comments received from

EPA on corresponding PDI Work Plans



PDI Work Plans


PDI Work Plans



PDI Work Plans


Comments received from EPA on PDI Work Plans

J. Somoano (GSH); S. McGee (Tetra Tech)







Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)

Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)

Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)

Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)

Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)

Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)

Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)


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Revision Date Portions Affected Reason Authorized By

Agency Submittal

8

9

02/09/2018

03/16/2018

WS 1, WS 14&16,

WS 17, WS 18,

WS 19&30 WS 20

Multiple WSs

Additional Revisions of Appendix E to the PDI

WP, Water Column Sampling Work Plan;

Correction of Holding Time for Pesticides

Method 1699

Comments received from EPA on Rev 7/Rev 8;

Comments received on Appendix K



Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)

Yes (EPA,

NJDEP)


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acronyms / Abbreviations ............................................................................................................................ vii

Project Overview ......................................................................................................................................... xiii

Quality Assurance Project Plan Crosswalk ................................................................................................. xiv

Worksheet #1 & 2: Title and Approval Page ................................................................................................. 1

Worksheet #3 & 5: Project Organization and QAPP Distribution .................................................................. 3

Worksheets #4, #7, & #8: Personnel Responsibilities, Qualifications and Sign-off Sheet ........................... 6

Worksheet #6: Communication Pathways .................................................................................................. 13

Worksheet #9: Project Planning Session Summary ................................................................................... 23

Worksheet #10: Conceptual Site Model ...................................................................................................... 26

Worksheet #11: Project/Data Quality Objectives ........................................................................................ 34

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12a Dioxins/Furans (Solid).................................. 42

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12b Dioxins/Furans (Aqueous) ........................... 44

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12c Dioxins/Furans (Tissue) ............................... 46

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12d PCB Congeners (Solid)................................ 48

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12e PCB Congeners (Aqueous) ......................... 50

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12f PCB Congeners (Tissue) .............................. 52

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12g PCBs [as Aroclors] (Solids, Aqueous) ......... 54

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12h DDx Compounds/Pesticides (Solids) ........... 56

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12i DDx Compounds/Pesticides (Aqueous) ........ 58

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12j DDx Compounds/Pesticides (Tissue) ........... 60

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12k PAHs/Semi-Volatiles (Solids, Tissue) .......... 62

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12l PAHs/Semi-Volatiles (Aqueous) ................... 65

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12m Petroleum Hydrocarbons (Solid) ................. 68

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12n Mercury/Metals (Solid) ................................. 70

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12o Mercury/Metals (Aqueous) ........................... 72

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12p Low Level Mercury (Aqueous) ..................... 74

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12q Mercury/Metals (Tissue) .............................. 76

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12r Volatile Organics (Solid) ............................... 78

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12s Volatile Organics (Aqueous) ........................ 82

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12t Pesticides (Solids) ........................................ 84

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12u Pesticides (Aqueous) ................................... 87

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12v Herbicides (Solids, Aqueous) ....................... 89

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12w RCRA Characteristics (Solid/Aqueous) ....... 91

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12x Organic Carbon (Solids/Aqueous Filtered Material) ......................................................................................................................................... 92


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Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12y Organic Carbon (Aqueous) .......................... 94

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12z Solids (Aqueous) .......................................... 95

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12aa Geotechnical Parameters (Solids) ............. 96

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12bb Lipid Content (Tissue) ................................ 98

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12cc Paint Filter Test (IDW) ................................ 99

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12dd Field-Analyzed Parameters 1 (Aqueous) . 100

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12ee Field-Analyzed Parameters 2 (Aqueous) . 101

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12ff Field-Analyzed Parameters 3 (Aqueous) ... 102

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12gg Dredge Elutriate Test / Column Settling Test ..................................................................................................................................................... 103

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12hh Geophysical and Bathymetric Survey ...... 104

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12ii Sediment Core Collection........................... 107

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12jj Benthic Community Species Count/ID ....... 108

Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12kk Utility Survey ............................................ 109

Worksheet #13: Secondary Data Uses and Limitations ........................................................................... 111

Worksheets #14 & #16: Project Tasks and Schedule ............................................................................... 118

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits – #15a Introduction and Remediation Milestones/Goals for OU 2 ........................................................................................................... 135

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits Table - #15b Dioxins/Furans (Solids) ..................................................................................................................................................... 146

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15c Dioxins/Furans (Aqueous) 148

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15d Dioxins/Furans (Tissue) ... 150

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15e PCB Congeners (Solids) .. 152

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15f PCB Congeners (Aqueous) ..................................................................................................................................................... 163

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15g PCB Congeners (Tissue) . 174

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15h PCBs [as Aroclors] (Solid) 185

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15i PCBs [as Aroclors] (Aqueous) ..................................................................................................................................................... 185

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15j DDx/Pesticide Compounds (Solids) ......................................................................................................................................... 186

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15k DDx/Pesticide Compounds (Aqueous) ..................................................................................................................................... 186

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15l DDx/Pesticide Compounds (Tissue) ........................................................................................................................................ 188

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15m PAHs/SVOCs (Solids, Tissue).......................................................................................................................................... 189

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15n PAHs/SVOCs (Aqueous) . 193

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15o Petroleum Hydrocarbons (Solid) ........................................................................................................................................... 197

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15p Volatile Organics (Solid) .. 198


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Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15q Mercury, Copper and Lead / Mercury/Metals (Solid) ................................................................................................................. 201

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15r Mercury/Metals (Aqueous) 203

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15s Mercury, Copper and Lead (Tissue) ........................................................................................................................................ 204

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15t Waste Classification Parameters (TCLP/RCRA) ........................................................................................................... 205

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15u Underlying Hazardous Constituents (Solids) .................................................................................................................... 207

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15v General Soil Chemistry (Solids) ......................................................................................................................................... 213

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15w General Water Chemistry (Aqueous) ..................................................................................................................................... 213

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15x Lipid Content (Tissue) ...... 214

Worksheet #17: Sampling Design and Rationale ..................................................................................... 215

Worksheet #18: Sampling Locations and Methods .................................................................................. 239

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Dioxins/Furans and PCB Congeners .................................................................................................................................... 261

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – PAHs, Mercury/LL Mercury/Metals, Lipids, and/or General Water Chemistry ........................................................... 265

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times –SVOCs/PAHs, Mercury/Metals, TOC (Solid/Sediment Coring Program) ............................................................. 268

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – PCBs [as Aroclors], SVOCs/PAHs, Petroleum Hydrocarbons, VOCs, Metals, Waste Classification Parameters (TCLP/RCRA), General Soil, and/or General Water Chemistry .................................................. 270

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Large-Volume Water Column Aliquot for Filtering ....................................................................................................................... 276

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – DRET/CST ....................... 277

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Grain Size ........................ 278

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Geotechnical Parameters 279

Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Benthic Community Species Count/ID ....................................................................................................................................... 283

Worksheet #20: Field QC Summary ......................................................................................................... 284

Worksheet #20: Field QC Summary (continued) ...................................................................................... 289

Worksheet #21: Field SOPs ...................................................................................................................... 291

Worksheet #22: Field Equipment Calibration, Maintenance, Testing, and Inspection ............................. 298

Worksheet #23: Analytical SOPs .............................................................................................................. 305

Worksheet #24: Analytical Instrument Calibration .................................................................................... 320

Worksheet #25: Analytical Instrument and Equipment Maintenance, Testing, and Inspection ................ 333

Worksheets #26 & 27: Sample Handling, Custody, and Disposal ............................................................ 345

Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28a Dioxins/Furans ..... 350

Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28b PCB Congeners ... 352


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Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28c PCBs [as Aroclors] ................. 354

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28d DDx Compounds/ Pesticides . 356

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28e PAHs/Semi-Volatiles ............. 358

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28f Petroleum Hydrocarbons ........ 363

Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28g Mercury/ Metals.... 365

Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28h Mercury/Metals..... 367

Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28i Low Level Mercury 369

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28i Volatile Organics ..................... 371

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28j Pesticides ............................... 373

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28k Herbicides .............................. 377

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28l RCRA Characteristics ............. 380

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28m Organic Carbon (Solids/ Aqueous Filtered Material) ........................................................................................................... 381

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28n Organic Carbon (Aqueous).... 383

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28o Solids ..................................... 384

Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28p Lipid Content ......................... 385

Worksheet #29: Project Documents and Records .................................................................................... 386

Worksheet #31, 32, and 33: Assessments and Corrective Action ............................................................ 392

Worksheet #34: Data Verification and Validation Inputs ........................................................................... 394

Worksheet #35: Data Verification Procedures .......................................................................................... 396

Worksheet #36: Data Validation Procedures ............................................................................................ 398

Worksheet #37: Data Usability Assessment ............................................................................................. 405

References ................................................................................................................................................ 409

Appendix A – Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (to be provided on CD/DVD) Appendix B – Inter-Laboratory Comparison Study during Sediment Coring Program


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Acronyms / Abbreviations

Acronym/

Abbreviation Definition

%D Percent Difference

%R Percent Recovery

°C degrees Celsius

°F degrees Fahrenheit

A Analytical

AOC Administrative Order on Consent

AOQL Average Outgoing Quality Limit

ASPRS American Society for Photogrammetry & Remote Sensing

APE Area of Potential Effects

ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

BSA Borrow Site Assessment

CAG Community Advisory Group

CCB Continuing Calibration Blank

CCC Criterion Continuous Concentration

CCV Continuing Calibration Verification

CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

CMC Criterion Maximum Concentration

COC Contaminants of Concern

C-O-C Chain-of-Custody

CPG Cooperating Parties Group

CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

CQA Construction Quality Assurance

CSP Continuous Sampling Plan

CST Column Settling Test

cy cubic yards

DDD Dichlorodiphenyldichloroethane

DDE Dichlorodiphenyldichloroethylene

DDT Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane

DI Deionized

DL Detection Limit

DO Dissolved Oxygen

DOT U.S. Department of Transportation


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Acronym/


DPM Deputy Project Manager

DQI Data Quality Indicator

DQO Data Quality Objective

DRET Dredge Elutriate Test

DRO Diesel Range Organics

DTS distributed temperature sensing

ECD Electron Capture Detector

EDD Electronic Data Deliverable

ELAP Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program

EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

ERP Emergency Response Plan

ESA Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment

FCR Field Change Requests

FS Feasibility Study

FSP Field Sampling Plan

GBSD Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline, and Debris Survey

GC Gas Chromatograph

GFF Glass Fiber Filter

GIS Geographic Information System

GPS Global Positioning System

GRO Gasoline Range Organics

GSH Glenn Springs Holdings, Inc.

H&S Health and Safety

HASP Health and Safety Plan

HAZWOPER Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response

HDR HDR Engineering, Inc.

HMW High Molecular Weight

HPLC High Performance Liquid Chromatography

ICAL Initial Calibration

ICB Initial Calibration Blank

ICIAP Institutional Controls Implementation and Assurance Plan

ICP-AES Inductively Coupled Plasma – Atomic Emission Spectrometry

ICS Interference Check Solution

ICV Initial Calibration Verification


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Acronym/


ID Identification

IDQTF Intergovernmental Data Quality Task Force

IHO International Hydrographic Organization

IMU Inertial Measurement Unit

IS Internal Standard

LBG Louis Berger Group

LCS Laboratory Control Sample

LiDAR Light Detection And Ranging

LIMS Laboratory Information Management System

LMW Low Molecular Weight

LOD Limit of Detection

LOQ Limit of Quantitation

LPR Lower Passaic River

MB Method Blank

MBE Multibeam Echosounder

MDL Method Detection Limit

mg milligram

mg/kg milligrams per kilogram

mg/L milligrams per liter

mL milliliter

MLLW mean lower low water

MLW mean low water

MPC Measurement Performance Criterion

MPES Multi-Phase Echosounder

MS Mass Spectrometer

MS Matrix Spike

mS/cm milliSiemens per centimeter

MSD Matrix Spike Duplicate

mV millivolts

NA Not Applicable

NCP National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan

NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology

NJ HPO New Jersey Historic Preservation Office

NJDEP New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection


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Acronym/


NJDOT New Jersey Department of Transportation

NLT No Later Than

NMFS National Marine Fisheries Service

NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

NPL National Priorities List

NTCRA Non-Time-Critical Removal Action

NTU Nephlometric Turbidity Units

O&M Operations and Maintenance

ORO Oil Range Organics

ORP Oxidation-Reduction Potential

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration

OU Operable Unit

OU 2 Operable Unit 2 (the lower 8.3 miles of the Lower Passaic River); the Project

PAH Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon

PAL Project Action Level

PARCCS Precision, Accuracy, Representativeness, Comparability, Completeness,

Sensitivity

PCB Polychlorinated Biphenyl

PCDD Polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins

PCDF Polychlorinated dibenzofurans

PDI Pre-Design Investigation

PDI WP Pre-Design Investigation Work Plan

PID Photoionization Detector

PM Project Manager

PMP Project Management Plan

POC Particulate organic carbon

ppb parts per billion

PPE personal protective equipment

ppm parts per million

Project Lower 8.3 miles of the Lower Passaic River (Operable Unit Two [OU 2]) of the

Diamond Alkali Superfund Site, located in and about Essex, Hudson, Bergen

and Passaic Counties, New Jersey

PT Proficiency Testing

QA Quality Assurance

QAPP Quality Assurance Project Plan


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Acronym/


QC Quality Control

QCP Quality Control Plan

RA Remedial Action

RAO Remedial Action Objective

RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act

RD Remedial Design

RDWP Remedial Design Work Plan

RF Response Factor

RI Remedial Investigation

RM River Mile

ROD Record of Decision

RPD Relative Percent Difference

RRT Relative Retention Time

RSD Relative Standard Deviation

RT Retention Time

RTK Real-Time Kinematic

S Sampling

S&A Sampling and Analytical

SBE Single-beam Echosounder

SD Standard Deviation

SDG Sample Delivery Group

Settlement

Agreement

Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for Remedial

Design

SHPO State Historic Preservation Office

SIM Selected Ion Monitoring

Site Diamond Alkali Superfund Site

SOP Standard Operating Procedure

SOW Statement of Work

SSC suspended sediment concentration

SSE Site Selection and Evaluation

SU Standard Units

SVOC Semi-Volatile Organic Compound

SWM site-wide/long-term monitoring

SWMP Site-Wide Monitoring Plan

TBD To Be Determined


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Acronym/


TCDD Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin

TCLP Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure

TCP Trichlorophenol

TCRA Time-Critical Removal Action

TDS Total Dissolved Solids

Tetra Tech Tetra Tech, Inc.

TOC Total Organic Carbon

TODP Transportation and Off-Site Disposal Plan

TOPS Trace Organic Platform Sampler

TS Treatability Study

TSA Technical System Audit

TSI Tierra Solutions, Inc.

TSS Total Suspended Solids

UFP Uniform Federal Policy

UFP-QAPP Uniform Federal Policy-Quality Assurance Project Plan

µg/kg micrograms per kilogram

µg/L micrograms per liter

UHC Underlying Hazardous Constituent

USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

USDOT US Department of Transportation

USFWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

USGS United States Geological Survey

UTS Universal Treatment Standard

VE Value Engineering

VML Vessel-mounted LiDAR

VOC Volatile Organic Compound

WP Work Plan


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Project Overview

This Uniform Federal Policy-Quality Assurance Project Plan (UFP-QAPP) has been prepared pursuant to

the requirements set forth in the Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for Remedial

Design (Settlement Agreement) between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Settling

Party, effective September 30, 2016, for the lower 8.3 miles of the Lower Passaic River (Operable Unit Two

[OU 2]) of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site (the Site), located in and about Essex, Hudson, Bergen, and

Passaic Counties, New Jersey (the Project).

The Settling Party, as defined in the Settlement Agreement, is Occidental Chemical Corporation.

Communications associated with, and execution of, the Settlement Agreement are being led by Glenn

Springs Holdings, Inc. (GSH) on behalf of Occidental Chemical Corporation.

The Settlement Agreement provides that the Settling Party shall undertake a Remedial Design (RD),

including various procedures and technical analyses, to produce a detailed set of plans and specifications

for implementation of the Remedial Action (RA) selected in EPA's March 3, 2016 Record of Decision (ROD).

RD activities include the completion of all pre-design and design activities and deliverables associated with

implementation of the RD for the remedy selected in the ROD. The selected remedy was chosen by the

EPA in accordance with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of

1980 (CERCLA), as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§9601-9675, and, to the extent practicable, the National Oil and

Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP).

This UFP-QAPP serves as a “project-specific quality plan” for the Project and encompasses elements of a

Field Sampling Plan (FSP) and a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP). The plan integrates technical

and quality aspects for OU 2 to ensure scientifically sound data of known and documented quality are

collected to meet the project and data quality objectives for the Project. It is the basis for the quality

assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) elements of the entire Project, including multiple proposed

investigation events, as outlined in the Remedial Design Work Plan (RDWP), the Pre-Design Investigation

(PDI) Work Plan (PDI WP) and subsidiary plans, and the Site Wide Monitoring Plan (SWMP) and subsidiary

plans. This UFP-QAPP serves as a “tool box” for the various activities, by compiling and addressing QA

and QC requirements for multiple work elements and types of sampling/monitoring programs. During the

duration of the Project, as the scopes of the various field elements are refined, applicable addenda to this

UFP-QAPP will be issued as necessary and appropriate.

The UFP-QAPP has been developed in accordance with the following documents:

• Uniform Federal Policy for Quality Assurance Project Plans - Optimized UFP-QAPP Worksheets

(Intergovernmental Data Quality Task Force [IDQTF], March 2012);

• Uniform Federal Policy (UFP) for Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) Evaluating, Assessing,

and Documenting Environmental Data Collection and Use Programs, Part 1: UFP-QAPP Manual,

Part 2A: UFP-QAPP Workbook and Part 2B, Quality Assurance/Quality Control Compendium:

Minimum Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Activities (IDQTF, March 2005);

• EPA Requirements for QA Project Plans, QA/R-5 (EPA/240/B-01/003, U.S. Environmental

Protection Agency, March 2001, Reissue Notice May 2006);

• Guidance for Quality Assurance Project Plans, QA/G-5 (EPA/240/R-02/009, U.S. Environmental

Protection Agency, December 2002);

• Quality Management Plan, Revision 1 (Tetra Tech, Inc. [Tetra Tech], October 2016); and

• Statement of Work for Pre-Remedial Design and Remedial Design, Lower 8.3 Miles of Lower

Passaic River Part of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site, Essex and Hudson Counties, State of

New Jersey (EPA Region 2, September 2016).


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Quality Assurance Project Plan Crosswalk

Optimized UFP-QAPP Worksheets QA/R-5 Elements

TOC Table of Contents A2 Table of Contents

#1 & #2 Title and Approval Page A1 Title and Approval Page

#3 & #5 Project Organization and QAPP

Distribution

A3 Distribution List

A4 Project/Task Organization

#4, #7 &

#8

Personnel Qualifications and Sign-off

Sheet A8 Special Training/Certification

#6 Communication Pathways A4 Project/Task Organization

#9 Project Planning Session Summary A5

A6

Problem Definition/Background

Project/Task Description

#10 Conceptual Site Model A5

A6

Problem Definition/Background

Project/Task Description

#11 Project/Data Quality Objectives A7 Quality Objectives and Criteria

#12 Measurement Performance Criteria B5 Quality Control

#13 Secondary Data Uses and Limitations B9 Non-direct Measurements

#14 &

#16 Project Tasks & Schedule B1

Sampling Process Design (Experimental

Design)

#15

Project Action Limits and

Laboratory-Specific Detection /

Quantitation Limits

A7

B5

Quality Objectives and Criteria

Analytical Methods

#17 Sampling Design and Rationale B1 Sampling Process Design (Experimental

Design)

#18 Sampling Locations and Methods B2 Sampling Methods

B4 Analytical Methods

#19 &

#30

Sample Containers, Preservation, and

Hold Times

B2

B3

Sampling Methods

Sample Handling and Custody

#20 Field QC B5 Quality Control

#21 Field Standard Operating Procedures

(SOPs)

B2

B8

Sampling Methods

Inspection/Acceptance of Supplies and

Consumables

#22

Field Equipment Calibration,

Maintenance, Testing, and

Inspection

B6

B7

Instrument/Equipment Testing,

Inspection, and Maintenance

Instrument/Equipment Calibration and

Frequency

#23 Analytical SOPs B4 Analytical Methods

#24 Analytical Instrument Calibration B5 Quality Control

#25 Analytical Instrument and Equipment

Maintenance, Testing, and Inspection B5 Quality Control


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Optimized UFP-QAPP Worksheets QA/R-5 Elements

#26 &

#27

Sample Handling, Custody, and

Disposal B3 Sample Handling and Custody

#28 Analytical Quality Control and

Corrective Action B5 Quality Control

#29 Project Documents and Records A9

B10

Documents and Records

Data Management

#31, #32

& #33 Assessments and Corrective Action

C1 Assessments and Response Actions

C2 Reports to Management

#34 Data Verification and Validation

Inputs D1

Data Review, Verification, and

Validation

#35 Data Verification Procedures D2 Verification and Validation Methods

#36 Data Validation Procedures D2 Verification and Validation Methods

#37 Data Usability Assessment D3 Reconciliation with User Requirements


1 LPROU2_UFP-QAPP_Rev9_2018-03

Worksheet #1 & 2: Title and Approval Page

Site/Project Name: Remedial Design, Lower 8.3 Miles of the Lower Passaic River, Operable Unit Two of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site

Site Location: In and About Essex, Hudson, Bergen, and Passaic Counties, New Jersey

Contract Number: Not applicable (NA)

Contract Title: NA

Document Title: Uniform Federal Policy–Quality Assurance Project Plan (UFP-QAPP)

Preparer’s Name and Organizational Affiliation: Lynn Arabia, Tetra Tech

Preparer’s Address, Telephone Number, and E-mail Address: 6 Century Drive, 3rd Floor Parsippany, NJ 07054 973-630-8356 [email protected]

Preparation Date (Day/Month/Year): 6 April 2017 (Revision 0); 7 June 2017 (Revision 1); 18 August 2017 (Revision 2); 22 September 2017 (Revision 3); 29 September 2017 (Revision 4); 13 October 2017 (Revision 5); 15 December 2017 (Revision 6); 26 January 2018 (Revision 7); 9 February 2018 (Revision 8); 22 March 2018 (Revision 9)

Signatories:

Project Manager, Lead Organization – Supervising Contractor, Tetra Tech, Inc.

Mr. Stephen McGee Signature / Date QA/QC Lead, Lead Organization – Supervising Contractor, Tetra Tech, Inc.

Ms. Lynn Arabia, CHMM Signature / Date Project Manager, Lead Organization – Settling Party, Glenn Springs Holdings, Inc.

Mr. Juan Somoano, PG, CAPM Signature / Date Project Coordinator, Federal Regulatory Agency – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 2

Ms. Alice Yeh Signature / Date Quality Reviewer, Federal Regulatory Agency – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 2

Mr. William Sy Signature / Date



Lead Organization: Glenn Springs Holdings, Inc. (GSH) - Settling Party Tetra Tech, Inc. (Tetra Tech) - Supervising Contractor

Federal Regulatory Agency: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 2, with Contractors including U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Kansas City District, Louis Berger Group (LBG), Battelle, and HDR Engineering, Inc. (HDR)

Other Agencies and Entities: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Partner Agencies (including National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA]; U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service [USFWS]; and USACE New York District) Cooperating Parties Group (CPG) Community Advisory Group (CAG)

Plans and reports from previous investigations relevant to this project (listed chronologically):

• Remedial Investigation Report for the Focused Feasibility Study, Lower Eight Miles of the Lower Passaic River. Prepared for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 2 and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District by The Louis Berger Group in conjunction with Battelle, HDR|HydroQual. 2014.

• Focused Feasibility Study Report for the Lower Eight Miles of the Lower Passaic River. Prepared for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency by The Louis Berger Group, Inc. in conjunction with Battelle HDR|HydroQual. 2014.

• Record of Decision for Lower 8.3 Miles of the Lower Passaic River Part of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site Essex and Hudson Counties, New Jersey. EPA Region 2. March 3, 2016.



Worksheet #3 & 5: Project Organization and QAPP Distribution

Project Organization



QAPP Distribution

QAPP Recipients Title Organization Telephone No. E-mail Address Type of Copy

Alice Yeh Project Coordinator EPA Region 2 W: 212.637.4427 [email protected] Electronic

Jay Nickerson Project Manager NJDEP W: 609.633.1448 [email protected] Hardcopy;

Electronic

Juan Somoano, PG,

CAPM

Project Coordinator GSH (Settling Party) W: 713.215.7473

C: 214.608.0168

[email protected] Hardcopy;

Electronic

Stephen McGee Project Manager

(PM)

Tetra Tech (Supervising

Contractor)

C: 440.522.6936 [email protected] Electronic

Richard Feeney, PE Deputy Project

Manager (DPM)

Tetra Tech (Supervising

Contractor)

C: 201.650.1006 [email protected] Hardcopy

(project files);

Electronic

Lynn Arabia, CHMM QA/QC Lead Tetra Tech (Supervising

Contractor)

W: 973.630.8356

C: 973.224.4359

[email protected] Electronic

Gary Braun PDI Lead Tetra Tech (Supervising

Contractor)

W: 425.482.7840

C: 425.922.3416

[email protected] Electronic

Darla Stewart Lab Coordination

Task Lead

GHD (Team Contractor) W: 716.205.1907 [email protected] Electronic

Susan Scrocchi Data Verification/

Validation Task

Lead


Andrew Kisiel Data Management

Task Lead


Shar Samy Laboratory Project

Manager

ALS Environmental –

Kelso (Analytical

Laboratory Subcontractor)

W: 360.577.7222 [email protected] Electronic

Matthew Cordova Laboratory Project

Manager

SGS Accutest Inc.

(Analytical Laboratory

Subcontractor)


mailto:[email protected]












QAPP Recipients Title Organization Telephone No. E-mail Address Type of Copy

Tamara Morgan Laboratory Project

Manager

SGS Wilmington


Subcontractor)


John Reynolds Laboratory Project

Manager

TestAmerica Laboratories,

Inc.-Knoxville (Analytical


W: 865.291.3000 john.reynolds

@testamericainc.com

Electronic

Jill Colussy Laboratory Project

Manager

TestAmerica Laboratories,

Inc.-Pittsburgh (Analytical


W: 412.963.7058 jill.colussy

@testamericainc.com

Electronic

Martha Maier Laboratory Project

Manager

Vista Analytical Laboratory


Subcontractor)


Gary Lester Laboratory Project

Manager

EcoAnalysts, Inc.

(Benthic Laboratory

Subcontractor)


Paul Smith Laboratory Project

Manager

Tetra Tech Divisions

(DRET/CST Laboratory)


Jon Doi, PhD Laboratory Project

Manager

Aqua Survey, Inc.

(Geotechnical Laboratory

Subcontractor)


Bryan Hawkins Laboratory Project

Manager

HWA Geoscience

(Geotechnical Laboratory

Subcontractor)


John Hanson Laboratory Project

Manager

TRC Geotechnical

Laboratory (Geotechnical


W: 608-826-3630 [email protected] Electronic



Worksheets #4, #7, & #8: Personnel Responsibilities, Qualifications and Sign-off Sheet

GSH (Settling Party)

Name Project Role / Responsibilities Education/ Experience

Specialized Training/ Certifications

Signature/Date UFP-QAPP Read

Juan Somoano

Project Coordinator; Provides oversight of all aspects of the work to be conducted for the Project as required by the Settlement Agreement.

Education: MA, Geology; BS, Mathematics

Experience: 25+ years

Training: (40-hr initial, 8-hr refresher, 8-hr supervisory); USDOT; RCRA Waste Management

Certifications: Professional Geologist, Louisiana, Texas; Corrective Action Project Manager, Texas

Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)



Signature/Date

Stephen McGee

PM; Manages the overall Project performance and quality of the Project deliverables in accordance with the contract and regulatory requirements; serves as primary line of communication with GSH; procures resources required to effectively complete the required work; and handles changes in the scope of work, schedule, and/or costs requiring Tetra Tech’s action with GSH.

Education: BS, Chemical Engineering

Experience: 30+ years in development of large science, engineering, and construction projects

Training: HAZWOPER (40-hr initial, 8-hr refresher, 8-hr supervisory); USDOT; RCRA Waste Management

Certifications: NA





Signature/Date

Richard Feeney, PE

DPM; Assists the PM with duties above; serves as secondary line of communication with GSH; and serves as the primary point of contact with Tetra Tech’s Health and Safety (H&S) Lead, QA/QC Lead, and Technical Task Leads.

Education: MBA, Management MS, Mechanical Engineering BE, Mechanical Engineering

Experience: 40+ years in engineering design, construction and operations; environmental remedial investigation, design and action

Training: HAZWOPER (40-hr initial, 8-hr refresher, 8-hr supervisory); USDOT; RCRA Waste Management; First Aid/CPR

Certifications: Professional Engineer, New Jersey, Michigan, South Carolina, Wisconsin

Lynn Arabia, CHMM

QA/QC Lead; Oversees the administration of the quality program for the Project, ensuring work is performed in accordance with approved plans/addenda; reviews/approves quality-related deliverables; coordinates internal review/approval of Project deliverables; establishes/maintains document control system; and conducts periodic inspections/audits to verify compliance.

Education: BS, Chemistry

Experience: 24 years in site investigations, chemical analysis, environmental fate and transport analysis, QA/QC, data management


Certifications: Certified Hazardous Materials Manager





Signature/Date

Gary Braun PDI Lead; Coordinates planning and execution of PDI field activities, including training, equipment maintenance, and record keeping; ensures all field staff have 40-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) hazardous waste and emergency response (HAZWOPER) training under 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.120 with current 8-hour refresher; ensures at least two on-site field team members have First Aid/ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training; ensures at least one on-site field team member has U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) hazardous materials training under 49 CFR 172, Subpart H and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste management training under 40 CFR 265.16 to oversee sample collection/shipment; oversees field implementation and enforcement of the UFP-QAPP and other Project plans; and provides daily updates on Project progress.

Education: MS, Biological Oceanography BA, Biology & Geology

Experience: 33 years in characterization, investigation, interpretation/risk analysis, design, and remediation of contaminated sediments


Certifications: NA



GHD (Team Contractor)



Signature/Date

Darla Stewart

Lab Coordination Task Lead; Oversees subcontractor laboratories; ensures laboratories have and maintain appropriate certifications; communicates with Field Leads in regard to sampling program requirements; requests sample analyses; coordinates generation of analytical data.

Education: AS, Science Laboratory Technology

Experience: 20+ years as project chemist, laboratory contract manager, project/data coordinator, chemical technician, and analyst

Training: Environmental Data Validation, American Chemical Society

Certifications: NA

Susan Scrocchi

Data Verification/Validation Task Lead; Performs data review of off-site laboratory analytical data; applies qualifiers as applicable to laboratory results; submits assessment reports to GSH and Tetra Tech; performs laboratory audits, as necessary.

Education: BS, Chemistry

Experience: 33 years in performing data validation and assessment, performing organic analyses, performing laboratory audits, and preparing analytical project plans

Training: USEPA Region 2 Training Course for CLP Organic Data Validation; HAZWOPER (40-hr initial, 8-hr refresher)

Certifications: NA

Andrew Kisiel

Data Management Task Lead; Tracks data submissions; uploads data into Project database; oversees reporting and submission of data in both hardcopy and electronic formats.

Education: BA, Geology

Experience: 20+ years in management, support and coordination of data between project teams/ laboratories for more than 100 environmental sites

Training: Earthsoft EQuIS Database Training Seminar

Certifications: NA



Analytical Subcontractor Laboratories1



Signature/Date

Shar Samy (ALS Environmental – Kelso)

Laboratory Project Manager; Oversees receipt of samples, analysis of requested fractions, and generation of data results.

Education: PhD, Atmospheric Science; MA, Applied Geography; BS, Chemistry

Experience: 17 years in environmental analysis, method development/validation, and experimental design

Training: NA

Certifications: NA

Matthew Cordova (SGS Accutest)


Education: BS, Marine Biology

Experience: 36 years in laboratory management, analytical methodologies, and QA/QC

Training: Advanced Project Management Training; IT Quality Control Coordinator Training Course; Total Quality Management; HAZWOPER

Certifications: NA

Tamara Morgan (SGS Wilmington)


Education: BS, Chemistry and Marine Biology; BA, Liberal Arts

Experience: 16 years in the environmental industry with a primary focus on analysis of dioxins/furans and PCB congeners

Training: NA

Certifications: NA

1 For the Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to the PDI WP), the selected laboratory(ies) for the material analyses must be independent from the borrow source supplier. The analytical laboratory(ies) will be certified by the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC).





Signature/Date

John Reynolds (TestAmerica Laboratories-Knoxville)


Education: BS, Biology

Experience: 26 years in laboratory analysis and management including numerous sediments projects

Training: NA

Certifications: NA

Jill Colussy (TestAmerica Laboratories-Pittsburgh)


Education: BS, Biology

Experience: 29 years in laboratory operations, report generation, and client support

Training: NA

Certifications: NA

Martha Maier (Vista Analytical Laboratory)


Education: BS, Chemistry; BS, Philosophy

Experience: 25+ years in the environmental laboratory, including 23 years of specialization in dioxin/ furan analysis

Training: NA

Certifications: NA



Benthic Subcontractor Laboratory



Signature/Date

Gary Lester (EcoAnalysts)

Laboratory Project Manager; Oversees receipt of samples, assessment of requested sediment for benthic communities, and generation of data results.

Education: MS, Entomology; BS, Fisheries Resource Management AAS, Ecology and Environmental Technology

Experience: 25 years in the field of aquatic ecology, including bioassessment of surface waters using biological indicators, benthic infaunal assessment, and taxonomy of freshwater invertebrates

Training: Gastropod, Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, Crustacea, Aquatic Worms and Mollusks, and Aquatic Coleoptera Taxonomy Workshops

Certifications: Society for Freshwater Science (SFS/NABS); American Fisheries Society; Entomological Society of America



Worksheet #6: Communication Pathways

Communication Driver

Responsible Organization

Name Contact

Information

Procedure (timing, pathway,

documentation, etc.)

Contact with Regulatory Agencies/Stakeholders

GSH Juan Somoano, PG, CAPM

W: 713.215.7473 C: 214.608.0168 [email protected]

All formal communication with regulatory agencies (EPA, NJDEP) and/or stakeholders will be performed by the GSH Project Coordinator, unless delegated directly to Tetra Tech, GHD, or other entity.

Contact with GSH Tetra Tech Stephen McGee

Richard Feeney

C: 440.522.6936 [email protected]


All formal communication with GSH will be directed through the PM/DPM. Applicable personnel will be copied on technical discussions. Communication will be conducted via mail to obtain written/formal approval of documents/issues and via phone and/or email to discuss project status, technical items, issues, etc.

Management of project tasks

Tetra Tech Stephen McGee

Richard Feeney



Provide oversight concerning project activities (field and office) and communicate with project team including subcontractors (verbal, email and/or phone).










Name Contact

Information



Updates to UFP-QAPP (prior to field work and/or during project execution)


Richard Feeney

Lynn Arabia

Gary Braun





The PDI Lead and/or QA/QC Lead will immediately contact (via phone and/or email) the PM/DPM regarding issues that may result in deviations from the approved plan. The PM/DPM will then contact GSH (following the “Reporting of Field Issues” and “Contact with GSH” drivers), who will subsequently contact EPA (following the “Reporting of Field Issues” and “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/Stakeholder” drivers) for notification purposes. This initial notification will be performed within 24 hours.

The PDI Lead and/or QA/QC Lead will initiate documented changes to the UFP-QAPP (e.g., procedure changes, additional sample locations, modified analytical suites) as Addenda, Amendments or Field Change Requests (FCRs). The PDI Lead and/or QA/QC Lead will then forward information to the PM/DPM, who will folllow the “Contact with GSH” driver. GSH will then follow the “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/Stakeholder” driver. Copies will be forwarded to all parties listed in Worksheet #3 (deadline timeframe to be agreed upon during initial notification).

Changes must be approved by GSH and EPA prior to implementation.









Name Contact

Information



Updates to Other Project Field Plans (e.g., PDI WP and subsidiary plans; SWMP and subsidiary plans, Health and Safety Plan [HASP], etc.)


Richard Feeney

Gary Braun




PDI Lead will immediately contact (via phone and/or email) the PM/DPM regarding issues that may result in deviations from an approved plan. The PM/DPM will then contact GSH (following the “Reporting of Field Issues” and “Contact with GSH” drivers), who will subsequently contact EPA (following the “Reporting of Field Issues” and “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/Stakeholder” drivers) for notification purposes. This initial notification will be performed within 24 hours.

PDI Lead will initiate documented changes to the plan as Addenda, Amendments or FCRs. The PDI Lead will then forward information to the PM/DPM, who will folllow the “Contact with GSH” driver. GSH will then follow the “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/ Stakeholder” driver. Copies will be forwarded to applicable parties (deadline timeframe to be agreed upon during initial notification).

Changes must be approved by GSH and EPA prior to implementation.








Name Contact

Information



Field activity status; reporting of field issues

Tetra Tech Gary Braun W: 425.482.7840 C: 425.922.3416 [email protected]

At least daily communication (phone or email) during field work activities by PDI Lead with PM/DPM to provide routine updates. The PDI Lead will oversee field personnel who are responsible for ensuring the protocols specified in the UFP-QAPP are carried out during field activities.

The PM/DPM will communicate frequently (daily to weekly depending on nature/complexity of field work) with GSH; see the “Contact with GSH” driver.

GSH will communicate frequently (daily to weekly depending on nature/complexity of field work) with EPA; see the “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/ Stakeholder” driver.






Name Contact

Information



Real time modifications, notifications, and approval


Richard Feeney



PDI Lead to communicate with PM/DPM, who will subsequently communicate with GSH and EPA following “Field Activity Status/ Reporting of Field Issues” driver. Notify GSH for verbal approval and original approval authority signatures (as applicable) or email acknowledgement within two working days. In accordance with the AOC-SOW, the EPA Project Coordinator may authorize minor field modifications to the work plans, provided that any such modifications are consistant with the SOW. EPA aproval must be documented in writing within five days of the field modification. Notify other active and relevant parties in Worksheet #3 within five working days by electronic mail.







Name Contact

Information



Reporting of laboratory data quality issues

Analytical Laboratory Subcontractors: ALS Environmental-Kelso

SGS Accutest

SGS Wilmington

TestAmerica Laboratories-Knoxville

Shar Samy

Matthew Cordova

Tamara Morgan

John Reynolds

W: 360.577.7222 [email protected]



W: 865.291.3000 john.reynolds@ testamericainc.com

All quality issues with sample receipt, method analysis and data reporting conveyed (phone and/or email) to GHD (who will subsequently discuss with Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead and/or PDI Lead as per “Reporting of Data Activities Status” driver) within one business day of discovery.

Any laboratory data quality issues need to be reported to the EPA within five business days. As discussed above in the “Updates to UFP-QAPP” driver, any deviations from the approved UFP-QAPP will require documentation and subsequent approval by the EPA.

TestAmerica Laboratories-Pittsburgh

Vista Analytical Laboratory

Jill Colussy

Martha Maier

W: 412.963.7058 jill.colussy@ testamericainc.com



mailto:@sgs.com




mailto:@testamericainc.com

mailto:@testamericainc.com






Name Contact

Information



Reporting of benthic data quality issues

Benthic Laboratory Subcontractor: EcoAnalysts

Gary Lester


All quality issues with sample receipt, method analysis and data reporting conveyed (phone and/or email) to GHD (who will subsequently discuss with Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead and/or PDI Lead as per “Reporting of Data Activities Status” driver) within one business day of discovery.

Any laboratory data quality issues need to be reported to the EPA within five business days. As discussed above in the “Updates to UFP-QAPP” driver, any deviations from the approved UFP-QAPP will require documentation and subsequent approval by the EPA.






Name Contact

Information



Reporting of geotechnical data quality issues

Geotechnical Laboratory Subcontractors: Tetra Tech Divisions

Aqua Survey

HWA Geoscience

TRC Geotechnical Laboratory

Paul Smith

Jon Doi

Bryan Hawkins

John Hanson




W: 608-826-3630 [email protected]

All quality issues with sample receipt, method analysis and data reporting conveyed (phone and/or email) to the Project Geotechnical Engineer (who will subsequently discuss with Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead and/or PDI Lead) within one business day of discovery.

Any geotechnical laboratory data quality issues need to be reported to the EPA within five business days. As discussed above in the “Updates to UFP-QAPP” driver, any deviations from the approved UFP-QAPP will require documentation and subsequent approval by the EPA.

Reporting of data activities status (i.e., data analysis, management, and verification/validation)


Darla Stewart

Susan Scrocchi

Andrew Kisiel




At least weekly communication (phone and/or email) during data-related activities with Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead and/or PDI Lead to provide routine updates.










Name Contact

Information



Reporting of issues during data activities


Darla Stewart

Susan Scrocchi

Andrew Kisiel




Reporting to GSH and Tetra Tech of any data analysis, management or verification/validation issues within one business day of discovery.

Reporting to GSH and Tetra Tech of any laboratory quality issues (see “Reporting of Laboratory Data Quality Issues” driver) within one business day of notification by laboratory to GHD. GSH will subsequently contact EPA (following the “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/Stakeholder” drivers) for notification purposes.

GHD will prepare documentation of issue (deviations, corrective actions, etc. following “Initiation of Corrective Action” driver/ Worksheets #31 and #32). GHD will then forward information to GSH and Tetra Tech. GSH will then follow the “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/ Stakeholder” driver as applicable. Copies will be forwarded to applicable parties.

Changes must be approved by EPA prior to implementation.








Name Contact

Information



Stop Work All Personnel All Personnel NA Personnel will immediately notify the on-site task-specific Field Lead and Site Safety Officer once a “Stop Work” variation is noted and the need for corrective action is identified. Subsequently, the PDI Lead (for field-related issues), the H&S Lead (for safety-related issues), and/or the QA/QC Lead (for quality-related issues) – as well as the PM/DPM – will be notified. The PM/DPM will then folllow the “Contact with GSH” driver as soon as possible after work stoppage. GSH will then follow the “Contact with Regulatory Agencies/Stakeholder” driver to notify EPA of the Stop Work issue within 24 hours.

Initiation of corrective actions

Various (see Worksheets #31 and #32)






Worksheet #9: Project Planning Session Summary

Date of Planning Session: November 9, 2016

Location: EPA Region 2 Office (New York, NY)

Purpose: EPA Region 2 Kick-Off Meeting, Passaic River OU 2. The elements of the RD were presented, and an outline of the initial documents and the preliminary schedule for submittal were reviewed.

Participants:

Name Organization Title/Role Contact Information

Alice Yeh EPA Region 2 Project Coordinator W: 212.637.4427 [email protected]

Eugenia Naranjo EPA Region 2 Remedial Project Manager

W: 212.637.3467 naranjo.eugenia@ epa.gov

Scott Thompson Louis Berger Project Manager W: 914.798.3720 C: 203.912.0211

sthompson@ louisberger.com

Maheyar Bilimoria Louis Berger Performance Standards Lead

W: 973.407.1409 mbilimoria@ louisberger.com

Thalia Loor Louis Berger Deputy Project Manager

W: 914.798.3715 tloor@ louisberger.com

Solomon Gbondo-Tugbawa

Louis Berger Modeling Manager W: 973.407.1000 SGbondo-Tugbawa@ louisberger.com

Juliana Atmadja Louis Berger Geosciences Lead W: 973.407.1000 jatmadja@ louisberger.com

Sharon Bailey (by teleconference)

Louis Berger Engineering Lead W: 206.453.1054 C: 425.221.7794

sbailey@ louisberger.com

Ed Garland HDR Modeling Manager W: 201.335.9300 C: 201.280.9742

Edward.Garland@ hdrinc.com

James Wands HDR Project Engineer W: 201.335.9300 James.Wands@ hdrinc.com

Beth Franklin USACE Kansas City District

Project Manager W: 816.389.3581 C: 816.695.5797

elizabeth.a.franklin @usace.army.mil

Juan Somoano GSH (Settling Party)

Project Coordinator

W: 713.215.7473 C: 214.608.0168

Juan_Somoano@ oxy.com

Mike Anderson GSH (Settling Party)

Corporate Executive

W: 713.350.4925 C: 859.396.3767

Mike_Anderson@ oxy.com

Steve McGee Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

PM C: 440.522.6936 steve.mcgee@ tetratech.com

Richard Feeney Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

DPM C: 201.650.1006 richard.feeney@ tetratech.com

Gary Braun Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

PDI Lead W: 425.482.7840 C: 425.922.3416

gary.braun@ tetratech.com

Dave Richardson Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

Geomorphology Specialist

W: 920.634.5531 dave.richardson@ tetratech.com












Date of Planning Session: May 5, 2017

Location: Tetra Tech Office (Parsippany, NJ)

Purpose: Sediment Core Program Overview, Pre-Design Investigation, Lower Passaic River OU 2. Discussion was held on the objectives of the pre-design investigation, historical bathymetric and sediment data, fluvial geomorphology, and proposed sediment core program.

Participants:


Alice Yeh EPA Region 2 Project Coordinator W: 212.637.4427 [email protected]

Bill Sy EPA Region 2 Quality Support W: 732.321.6648 sy.william@ epa.gov

Scott Thompson Louis Berger Project Manager W: 914.798.3720 C: 203.912.0211

sthompson@ louisberger.com

Maheyar Bilimoria Louis Berger Performance Standards Lead

W: 973.407.1409 mbilimoria@ louisberger.com

Thalia Loor Louis Berger Deputy Project Manager

W: 914.798.3715 tloor@ louisberger.com

Solomon Gbondo-Tugbawa

Louis Berger Modeling Manager W: 973.407.1000 SGbondo-Tugbawa@ louisberger.com

Juliana Atmadja Louis Berger Geosciences Lead W: 973.407.1000 jatmadja@ louisberger.com

Ed Garvey Louis Berger Quality Consultant W: 973-407-1689 egarvey@ louisberger.com

Sharon Bailey (by teleconference)

Louis Berger Engineering Lead W: 206.453.1054 C: 425.221.7794

sbailey@ louisberger.com

Edward Garland HDR Modeling Manager W: 201.335.9300 C: 201.280.9742

Edward.Garland@ hdrinc.com

James Wands HDR Project Engineer W: 201.335.9300 James.Wands@ hdrinc.com

Juan Somoano GSH (Settling Party)

Project Coordinator

W: 713.215.7473 C: 214.608.0168

Juan_Somoano@ oxy.com

Lisa Waskom GSH (Settling Party)

Project Manager/ Technical Support

W: 713.552.8765 C: 713.824.1934

Lisa_Waskom@ oxy.com

Steve McGee Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

PM C: 440.522.6936 steve.mcgee@ tetratech.com

Richard Feeney Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

DPM C: 201.650.1006 richard.feeney@ tetratech.com

Gary Braun Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

PDI Lead W: 425.482.7840 C: 425.922.3416

gary.braun@ tetratech.com

Dave Richardson Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

Geomorphology Specialist

W: 920.634.5531 dave.richardson@ tetratech.com













Robert Chozick Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

Project Engineer W: 973-630-8594 robert.chozick@ tetratech.com

Lynn Arabia Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

QA/QC Lead W: 973-630-8356

C: 973-224-4359

lynn.arabia@ tetratech.com

Stu Piken Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

Technical Support W: 973-630-8368 stuart.piken@ tetratech.com

Kris Kessel Tetra Tech (Supervising Contractor)

Project/Document Controls

C: 973-271-6546 kris.kessel@ tetratech.com



Worksheet #10: Conceptual Site Model

The following background information summarizes available data/documents on the Passaic River posted

on the on the www.ourpassaic.org and http://passaic.sharepointspace.com websites. Due to the multiple

entities, length of time, and extensive investigations, this summary does not claim to be all-encompassing.

Sufficient research was performed to provide a summation suitable for this plan.

Project Information

Background and History

The Passaic River spans over 80 miles from its headwaters in Morristown, New Jersey to Newark Bay.

The watershed includes 935 square miles located in the States of New York and New Jersey. The

watershed was subject to industrial and urban development from the 1800s to the present. Contaminants

were discovered in the 1980s at the Diamond Alkali facility (80-120 Lister Avenue, Newark, NJ). As a result,

EPA included the Site on the National Priorities List (NPL) in 1984. Contaminants were also found in the

Lower Passaic River (LPR), including metals and organic chemicals, including polychlorinated biphenyls

(PCBs), pesticides and dioxins.

In 2003, EPA, USACE, NJDEP, NOAA, USFWS, and the New Jersey Department of Transportation

(NJDOT) formed a partnership to conduct a study of the LPR. To date, 73 responsible parties (known as

the Cooperating Parties Group, or CPG) have signed the Administrative Order on Consent (AOC) that calls

for the parties to complete an ongoing study of contamination in the LPR. The LPR study area includes 17

miles of the Passaic River, from the Dundee Dam in Garfield, New Jersey to its confluence with Newark

Bay. This ongoing remedial investigation (RI) and feasibility study (FS) is focused on determining the nature

and extent of contamination in the LPR as well as identifying potential remedial activities.

OU 2 consists of approximately 650 acres, extending from the confluence of the LPR with Newark Bay at

river mile (RM) 0 to RM 8.3, which is near the City of Newark and Belleville Township border. The Project

is located in a highly developed urban area with a population of approximately 1.4 million people within

Essex County to the west and Hudson County to the east. The land uses around Newark Bay (RM 0), at

the mouth of the river, are primarily commercial and industrial. At RM 4, residential and recreational uses

are present as well, resulting in mixed usage. Near RM 7, park land, suburban neighborhoods, marinas

and boat launches are present. Approximately 95 percent of the OU 2 shoreline area is comprised of

bulkheads or riprap shorelines, while the remaining 5 percent consists of aquatic vegetation. Mudflats

comprise approximately 100 acres of OU 2, and provide habitat for fish, aquatic organisms, blue crab, and

waterfowl.

LPR Contamination Profile

The cross-sectional area decreases from RM 0 to RM 8.3, with a constriction at RM 8.3. Below this

constriction, the sediment is predominantly fine-grained silts, with pockets of sand and gravel. The

estimated inventory of contaminated sediments is approximately 9.7 million cubic yards (cy). Contaminants

of concern (COCs) include dioxins and furans, PCBs, mercury, copper, lead,

dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) and its primary breakdown products, dieldrin, and polycyclic

aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). Accumulations of sediment deposits have been identified up to a thickness

of 25 feet, with contamination greater at depth.

Geologic Setting and Hydrology

The bedrock below the LPR is the Passaic Formation composed of sandstone and shale. The basin was

subject to glaciation and considerable gravel, sand, silt, and clay were deposited.

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Most of the freshwater inflow into the LPR is from above Dundee Dam. The tributaries include gauged rivers

(Saddle, Second, Third) and ungauged creeks (Frank’s, Lawyer’s, Harrison’s, Plum). Tides influence the

LPR from Newark Bay upstream to Dundee Dam (about 17 miles).

Sampling Activities

Sediment Sampling

Various sediment sampling activities have been conducted periodically since 1990. The two largest coring

events were the 1995 Remedial Investigation, in which 97 cores were collected between RM 1 and RM 6.8,

and the 2008 CPG Field Program, in which 97 cores were collected between RM 0 and RM 17.4. Newark

Bay has been sampled on several occasions, including the bay itself, Arthur Kill, and Kill Van Kull. Sampling

events have also been performed in the vicinity tributaries.

Most sediment samples have been collected using pre-determined sampling intervals, although some have

been sampled based on sediment layers, or adjusted to avoid combining obviously different layers. In the

2008 CPG Field Program, samples below 3.5 feet were processed in 2-foot intervals. The most recent

sampling was the 2012 low resolution coring supplemental sampling program to support delineation of

nature and extent, calibrate the sediment transport and chemical fate and transport models, and delineate

the stable and potentially erosional sediment areas.

The following represents the timeline for sediment sampling in the LPR:

• 1986 Dioxin Sediment Investigation – 94 sediment cores – 16.5 miles

• 1990 Surficial Sediment Investigation – 2 grab samples – RM 3.2 to RM 7

• 1991 Core Sediment Investigation – 14 sediment cores – RM 0.2 to RM 7

• 1992 Core Sediment Investigation – 4 sediment cores – RM 1.1 to RM 7

• 1993 Core Sediment Investigation Part 1 (March) – 8 sediment cores – RM 0.3 to RM 7

• 1993 Core Sediment Investigation Part 2 (July) – 11 sediment cores – RM 0.5 to RM 3

• 1994 Surficial Sediment Investigation – 18 grab samples – RM 3.5 to RM 7.8

• 1995 Remedial Investigation Sampling Program – 97 sediment cores – RM 1 to RM 6.8

• 1995 Sediment Grab Sampling Program – 7 grab samples – RM 2.4 to RM 2.7

• 1995 USACE Minish Park Investigation – 10 sediment cores – RM 3.7 to RM 5.5

• 1999 Late Summer/Early Fall Environmental Sampling Program – 45 grab samples – RM 1 to RM

6.9

• 1999 Sediment Sampling Program – 1 sediment core – RM 6.2

• 1999/2000 Minish Park Monitoring Program – 8 sediment cores – RM 4.9 to RM 5.1

• 2000 Spring Environmental Sampling Program – 15 grab samples – RM 1 to RM 6.9

• 2005-2006 USEPA Sampling Program High Resolution Cores – 5 sediment cores – RM 1.4 to

RM 12.6

• 2005-2006 USEPA Sampling Program Low Resolution Cores – 10 sediment cores – RM 2.8 to

RM 6.8

• 2007/2008 Supplemental Sediment Program Core Top Sampling – 22 grab samples (Lower

Passaic River) – RM 1 to RM 14.6

• 2007/2008 Supplemental Sediment Program Low Resolution Cores - 23 sediment cores – RM

8.4 to RM 14.5

• 2008 RM 0 to RM 1 Sediment Program – 18 surface grabs – RM 0 to RM 1

• 2008 CPG Field Program – 97 sediment cores (Lower Passaic River) – RM 0 to RM 17.4



• 2009 Sediment Chemical and Physical Characterization , Phase I Removal Area – RM 3.3 to

RM 3.5

• 2011 RM 10.9 Mudflat Characterization – 54 sediment cores – RM 10.6 to RM 11.1

• 2012 CPG Low Resolution Coring Supplemental Sampling Program – 86 sediment cores – RM 0

to RM 17.

• 2015 Sediment Assessment, Phase II Removal Action Areas – 48 sediment cores – RM 3 to RM

3.8 (excluding Phase I Removal Area)

The following represents the timeline for sediment sampling in Dundee Lake:

• 1990 Surficial Sediment Investigation – 3 grab samples

• 1991 Core Sediment Investigation – 1 sediment core

• 2007 Dundee Lake Coring Program – 9 sediment cores

• 2007/2008 Supplemental Sediment Program Core Top Sampling – 4 grab samples

• 2008 CPG Field Program – 7 sediment cores

The following represents the timeline for sediment sampling in Newark Bay:

• 1991-1998 Newark Bay Sampling – 32 sediment cores

• 1996 Newark Bay Reach A Sediment Sampling Program – 4 sediment cores

• 1998 Newark Bay Elizabeth Channel Sampling Program – 3 grab samples and 3 sediment cores

• 1999 Newark Bay Reach ABCD Baseline Sampling Program – 10 grab samples

• 2005 Newark Bay Remedial Investigation Work Plan Phase 1 Dataset – 69 sediment cores

• 2008 Newark Bay Remedial Investigation Work Plan Phase 2 Dataset – 50 sediment cores

Water Column Sampling

The following studies have been completed for water column analysis in the LPR since 2005:

• 2000-2002 - NY-NJ Harbor Contaminant Assessment and Reduction Project (CARP)

• 2005 – Large-volume water column sampling study

• 2005 – Small-volume water column sampling study

• 2005 – Semi-permeable membrane devise study

• 2008 – EPA high flow water column suspended solids sampling

• 2009/2010 – CPG physical water column monitoring

• 2010 – CPG high flow water column suspended solids sampling

• 2011/2012 – CPG RI water column monitoring/small-volume chemical data collection

In 2005, large- and small-volume water sampling activities were conducted in October and November,

respectively. Water column sampling activities were conducted on the LPR as part of the 2003-2006 EPA

hydrodynamic sampling program.



The large-volume water sampling included the following steps:

• Evaluate available hydrodynamic data.

• Evaluate technologies capable of separating dissolved-phase and suspended-phase hydrophobic

organic chemicals from the water column, including Trace Organic Platform Sampler (TOPS) and

Infiltrex® technologies.

• Design a pilot study to compare the efficiency and utility of the TOPS and the Infiltrex® water

sampling equipment.

Based on the results from the steps above, samples were collected at two locations using both samplers.

Samples from one location were submitted for the following analyses:

• PCB congeners

• Polychlorodibenzodioxin/furan (PCDD/PCDF) congeners

• Pesticides

• Total suspended solids (TSS)

• Dissolved organic carbon (DOC)

• Particulate organic carbon (POC)

The small-volume sampling included the following steps:

• Evaluate available hydrodynamic data.

• Collect small volume water column samples from five locations on the LPR and at the head-of-

tide on Second River, Third River, and Saddle River.

Small volume water column grab samples include discrete grab samples and composite samples from the

surface water (above the salt wedge) and deep water (below the salt wedge). Samples were collected at

four locations along transects. Each transect included five surface locations, one meter from the water

surface, and three corresponding bottom locations, one meter from the river bed. The surface water

samples collected freshwater above the salt wedge, and deep water samples collected brackish water

within the salt wedge.

Samples were analyzed for:

• DOC

• Mercury and Methyl mercury

• Metals (Filtered and Total)

• POC

• Ammonia

• Biological Oxygen Demand

• Chlorinated Herbicides

• Chlorophyll A

• Chemical Oxygen Demand

• Cyanide

• Orthophosphate

• Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen

• Total Phosphorous

• TSS

• Semivolatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs)

• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

Benthic and Tissue Sampling

Three fish community surveys were conducted in 2009 and 2010 to determine the species found in the

LPR. The first survey activities were conducted in August, September and October 2009, under the

authority of the May 2007 Settlement Agreement (Section IX.37.d) between EPA and the CPG. Results of

the 2009 survey indicated the fish community appears to be dominated by invertivores and omnivores,

followed by piscivores. American eel, white perch, common carp, and blue crab were noted as abundant

throughout the LPR.



The second and third surveys were conducted in late spring/early summer and winter of 2010, respectively.

These surveys were conducted at a subset of locations sampled during the first survey. The tissue

collection efforts specifically targeted small forage fish to fill data needs. The spring/summer fish community

was dominated by white perch, Atlantic menhaden, and blue crab. White catfish and common carp were

the primary species collected during the winter survey.

Bathymetric Data Collection

The LPR has been surveyed frequently since 1995. Between 1995 and 2002, bathymetric surveys were

single-beam and generally did not extend upstream of RM 8. Surveys conducted in 1989, 2004, 2007,

2008, 2010, and 2011 included most of the river below the Dundee Dam (RM 17.4). Surveys done since

2007 have been multi-beam surveys. Sidescan sonar, subbottom profiler, and magnetometer surveys were

also performed in 2005.

The following represents the timeline for bathymetry surveys in the LPR:

• 1949 USACE Hydrographic Survey (partial)






• 1989 (November) – Topo-Metrics, Inc. for USACE – RM 0 to RM 15

• 1995 (March/April) – Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI – RM 0.5 to RM 8.2

• 1996 (November) – Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI – RM 0.5 to RM 6.9

• 1997 (April) – Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI – RM 0.5 to RM 6.9

• 1999 (June) – Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI – RM 0.9 to RM 6.9

• 2001 (August) – Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI – RM 0.9 to RM 6.9

• 2002 (July) – TVGA Consultants for USACE – RM 0 to RM 8

• 2004 (November) – Rogers Surveying, Inc. for USACE – RM 0 to RM 17.4

• 2005 – Ocean Surveys, Inc. – Newark Bay

• 2007 (August) – Gahagan & Bryant Associates, Inc. for ENSR – RM 0.5 to RM 8.2 and RM 14.3 to

RM 16.5

• 2007 (September) – Gahagan & Bryant Associates, Inc. for ENSR – RM 0 to RM 14.3

• 2008 – University of Delaware – Newark Bay

• 2008 (November/December) – Gahagan & Bryant Associates, Inc. for AECOM – RM 0 to RM 14

• 2009 – Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI – RM 0 to RM 14

• 2010 (May/June) – Gahagan & Bryant Associates, Inc. for AECOM – RM 0 to RM 14

• 2011 (October) – Gahagan & Bryant Associates, Inc. – RM 0 to RM 14

• 2012 (August) – Gahagan & Bryant Associates, Inc. for AECOM – RM 0 to RM14

• 2013 MBE – Newark Bay Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI

Dredging History

The LPR was dredged frequently in the late 19th century and the first half of the 20th century. A federally

authorized navigation channel, constructed in the 1880s, originally extended from RM 0 to RM 8.1. It was

subsequently expanded to RM 15.4, with depths ranging from 30 feet (RM 0 to RM 2.6) to 10 feet (RM 2.6

to RM 15.4). The channel below RM 8.3 is now reported to have a depth ranging from 16 to 30 feet. The



channel was maintained by USACE through the 1950s, and RM 9.0 to RM 10.2 was maintained until 1976.

The channel below RM 1.9 was maintained until 1983. The most upstream commercial navigation berth

currently in use is at RM 8.1. Current commercial navigation is most constrained by channel dimensions,

including the decrease in channel depth due to the lack of recent maintenance dredging.

The following information in regard to LPR dredging has been summarized from the 2010 Lower Passaic

River Commercial Navigation Analysis prepared by the USACE New York District:

• RM 0.0 to RM 2.6

➢ Authorized/constructed channel depth = 30 feet mean low water (MLW)

➢ Authorized/constructed channel width = 300 feet

➢ Mean tidal range = 5.5 feet

➢ Years Dredged: 1884, 1899, 1906, 1913, 1914, 1916, 1917, 1921, 1922, 1932, 1933, 1941,

1946, 1951, 1957, 1962, 1965, 1971, 1972, 1977, 1983

• RM 2.6 to RM 4.1

➢ Authorized/constructed channel depth = 20 feet MLW


➢ Years Dredged: 1884, 1899, 1906, 1913, 1916, 1921, 1922, 1923, 1932, 1937

• RM 4.1 to RM 7.1

➢ Authorized (originally) channel depth = 20 feet MLW

➢ Constructed channel depth = 16 feet MLW

➢ Authorized (as of 1990) channel depth = 16 feet MLW

➢ Authorized channel width = 300 feet

➢ Years Dredged: 1883, 1884, 1899, 1906, 1913, 1916, 1919, 1921, 1923, 1933, 1937, 1950

• RM 7.2 to RM 8.1



➢ Years Dredged: 1883, 1906, 1915, 1916, 1927, 1929, 1930

• RM 8.1 to RM 15.4



➢ Years Dredged: 1915, 1927, 1929, 1930, 1931, 1932, 1950, 1976

Remedial Action Objectives

RAOs for the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR (as outlined in the ROD; EPA, 2016) were established:

• Reduce cancer risks and noncancer health hazards for people eating fish and crab by reducing the

concentrations of COCs in the sediments of the lower 8.3 miles.

• Reduce the risks to ecological receptors by reducing the concentrations of COCs in the sediments

of the lower 8.3 miles.

• Reduce the migration of COC-contaminated sediments from the lower 8.3 miles to upstream

portions of the Lower Passaic River and to Newark Bay and the New York-New Jersey Harbor

Estuary.



Remedial Activities – Diamond Alkali Superfund Site

The Diamond Alkali facility manufactured agricultural chemicals between 1951 and 1969. Poor

maintenance practices resulted in the release of DDT, trichlorophenol (TCP), and tetrachlorodibenzo-p-

dioxin (TCDD) to soils and the Passaic River. Contamination at the facility has been contained under an

interim remedy since 2004 when a slurry trench cutoff wall, an engineered cap, a ground water pump and

treat system, and a floodwall along the Passaic River were installed.

Remedial Activities: Phase 1

In June 2008, an Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for Removal Action

(CERCLA Docket No.02-2008-2020) between EPA, Occidental Chemical Corporation, and Tierra Solutions

was signed to request a non-time-critical removal action (NTCRA) in the Passaic River adjacent to the

former Diamond Alkali facility located at 80–120 Lister Avenue in Newark, New Jersey (Operable Unit 1

[OU 1]). Phase 1 work (referred to as the “Tierra Removal”) addressed contamination in the riparian areas

of the Passaic River, described as shallow sub-tidal and intertidal mudflats with little or no associated

vegetation. The goal of the Phase 1 removal action was to remove a portion of the sediments with the

highest concentrations of TCDD. The maximum detected concentration of TCDD in the work area (5,300

parts per billion [ppb]) was over three orders of magnitude greater than the average surface dioxin

concentrations in the rest of the river (0.8 ppb). Besides TCDD, chlorobenzene, cadmium, copper, lead,

mercury, nickel, zinc, PAHs, bisphthalate, PCBs, DDT, and TCP were also present in high concentrations.

The removal action objectives for the Phase 1 work were:

• Remove a portion of the most concentrated inventory of dioxin to minimize the possibility of

migration of contaminants due to extreme weather events ;

• Prevent the migration of re-suspended sediment during removal operations;

• Prevent the potential for spillage or leakage of sediments and contaminants during transport to

disposal facility; and

• Restore habitat.

The conceptual design included the construction of a sheet pile wall, the use of mechanical dredging on a

barge, sediment dewatering at an upland facility, and transport of sediment to an off-site disposal facility

via rail. The work area dimensions of approximately 750 feet long, 135 feet wide, and 12 feet deep were

determined by EPA and NJDEP based on three-dimensional geophysical analysis of sediment coring data

obtained in 1995 and 2006. Tierra collected 90 cores and 7 surface grab samples in 1995, and Malcolm

Pirnie collected 10 cores in 2006. In 2009, Tierra also collected 12 Phase I sediment characterizations

cores during the removal action design. The activities removed about 40,000 cy of contaminated sediment

for treatment and off-site disposal.

Remedial Activities: RM 10.9 Study Area

In June 2012, the EPA and a group of potentially responsible parties (i.e., the CPG) signed an

Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for Removal Action (CERCLA Docket No. 02-

2012-2015) for a time-critical removal action (TCRA) at RM 10.9 in Lyndhurst, New Jersey. RM 10.9 is an

approximately 5.6-acre area that extends about 2,380 feet from RM 10.65 to RM 11.1, including a mudflat

and point bar. The goal of the TCRA was to remove a portion of the sediments with the highest

concentrations of polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and polychlorinated dibenzofurans (PCDDs/PCDFs)

specifically TCDD, PCBs, mercury, and PAHs. As noted in the Action Memorandum for the TCRA, the

maximum detected concentration of TCDD in the top six inches of sediment in the work area was 21.6 ppb.

In addition, PCBs have been found at concentrations up to 34 parts per million (ppm), mercury up to 22

ppm, and total high molecular weight PAHs up to 510 ppm. These concentrations are among the highest

concentrations found in the surface sediments (top 6 inches) of the LPR. Between August and October

2013, approximately 16,000 cy of sediment were dredged, and, in November 2013, a cap consisting of a



sand/active material layer, geotextile, armor stone, and habitat sand layer was installed.

Administrative Settlement Agreement and Order on Consent for Remedial Design

In September 2016, a Settlement Agreement was enacted between EPA and the Settling Party for a RD

for the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR, denoted as OU 2 of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site. The Settling

Party, as defined in the Settlement Agreement, is Occidental Chemical Corporation. Communications

associated with, and execution of, the Settlement Agreement are being led by GSH on behalf of Occidental

Chemical Corporation.

The Settlement Agreement provides that the Settling Party shall undertake a RD for OU 2, including various

procedures and technical analyses, to produce a detailed set of plans and specifications for implementation

of the RA selected in EPA's March 3, 2016 ROD. The selected remedy set forth in the ROD is described

as a final action for the sediments and an interim action for the water column and includes the following:

• Dredging. Bank-to-bank dredging of approximately 3.5 million cy of contaminated sediments prior

to cap installation. The average depth of dredging is estimated to be 2.5 feet, except in the lower

1.7 miles of the federally authorized navigation channel, which will be dredged to varying depths.

The remedy, after dredging and capping, must accommodate commercial use of the navigation

channel and anticipated future recreational use of the area upstream of RM 1.7.

• Sediment Dewatering and Disposal. Dredged sediment is to be dewatered and transported to a

permitted treatment facility and/or landfill for disposal.

• Capping. A bank-to-bank engineered cap over the sediment, except in areas where backfill may

be placed after all contaminated sediments have been removed. Capping of dredged mudflats will

include a habitat reconstruction layer.

• Institutional Controls. Institutional controls will be used to protect the engineered caps in

perpetuity. Prohibitions on fish and crab consumption will remain in place until NJDEP, in

consultation with EPA, determines they can be lifted or adjusted based on data from long-term

monitoring. Additional community outreach will be conducted to encourage greater awareness of

fish and crab consumption prohibitions.

• Long-term Monitoring and Maintenance. Long-term monitoring and maintenance of the

engineered cap, and long-term monitoring of sediment, fish, crab, and water to determine when

interim remediation milestones, remediation goals, and remedial action objectives (RAOs) are

achieved.



Worksheet #11: Project/Data Quality Objectives

Project Objectives – Remedial Design

The primary objective of the RD is to design an expedited, cost-effective remedy that is consistent with the

ROD and the Statement of Work (Appendix B of the Settlement Agreement) (SOW). The following RAOs

have been established for the OU 2 Project:

• Reduce cancer risks and noncancer health hazards for people eating fish and crab by reducing the

concentrations of COCs in the sediments of the lower 8.3 miles.

• Reduce the risks to ecological receptors by reducing the concentrations of COCs in the sediments

of the lower 8.3 miles.

• Reduce the migration of COC-contaminated sediments from the lower 8.3 miles to upstream

portions of the LPR and downstream to Newark Bay and the New York-New Jersey Harbor Estuary.

These RAOs address human exposure through fish and/or crab consumption, and ecological exposures.

The unacceptable exposures identified in the risk assessments are primarily derived from elevated COC

concentrations in surface sediments that result in bioaccumulation of COCs in fish and crab. Addressing

these sediments will reduce COC concentrations in biota, including fish and crab tissue, thereby

significantly reducing potential human health risks and hazards, and ecological risks. By addressing

exposure to and mobility of the surface sediments, the RA is expected to achieve the RAOs.

Data Quality Objectives – Remedial Design

Data Quality Objectives (DQOs) are qualitative and quantitative statements that specify the type, quantity,

and quality of the data required to support the decision-making processes for a project.

The DQOs for the field investigations are designed to obtain additional Project-specific information that is

required to develop the OU 2 RD. Specific DQOs, as measurement performance criteria (MPCs) for the

analytical methodologies, are provided in Worksheet #12.

Step 1: State the Problem

To define the problem so that the focus of the work will be unambiguous

A design will be performed to achieve an expedited, cost-effective remedy that is consistent with the ROD

and the SOW. The selected remedy sequesters any remaining contaminated sediments after bank-to-bank

removal under an engineered cap over the entire river bottom, throughout the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR.

RD elements will include plans and technical approaches for implementing the RD activities, applicable

permitting requirements, plans for obtaining access, plans for identification, screening and selection of

waste material disposal sites, and plans for obtaining Congressional action to modify the depths and de-

authorize portions of the federally authorized navigation channel.

Step 2: Identify the Goals of the Study

To identify the goal(s), decision(s), etc. that the project will work to resolve

Field activities are required to collect Project-specific information to develop a technically accurate and

complete RD. These investigations will be performed as part of the PDI following data gap analyses to

collect data to inform the following:

• Dredging and capping design.

• Dredged material management design.

• Habitat restoration design.

• Archeological, cultural, and permitting.



In addition, sampling will be conducted to establish baseline conditions to support performance standards

for remedial construction and to monitor remedy effectiveness.

Step 3: Identify Information Inputs

To identify the information needed to resolve the decision and determine which inputs require new

environmental measurements

Data will be utilized from previous investigations as deemed appropriate (in quality and relevancy) to the

RD-related tasks. For example, historical analytical results may be utilized to assist in placement of

sediment sample locations during the field activities.

Information to be obtained during the field investigations necessary for completion of the RD include:

• Geophysical and bathymetric surveys, including subbottom profiles, and surveys of debris and

utilities.

• Sediment core collection and analysis for chemical, waste, geological and geotechnical

characterization, which will also be used for developing a plan for dredged material disposal.

• Groundwater to surface water discharge flux and sediment pore-water concentrations to evaluate

cap design.

• Geotechnical investigations and geophysical surveys and assessments of the integrity of existing

bulkheads, natural shoreline, riprapped areas and bridge abutments along the lower 8.3 miles of

the LPR, and a determination of the extent of temporary bulkhead installation and other protective

measures required for remedy implementation.

• Fish migration/spawning desktop study to determine fish windows and other restrictions on in-water

construction.

• Borrow site pre-screening and preliminary borrow material characterization to identify suitable

materials for design of the engineered cap.

• Base mapping to incorporate all physical features of OU 2 into engineering design drawings.

• Treatability studies to evaluate enhanced capping technologies, constructability and placement

techniques for the engineered cap.

To assist with EPA’s development of performance standards, the following will be completed:

• Dredge Elutriate Test and other laboratory studies on desorption of contaminants from solids to

assess the potential impacts of dredging on water quality.

• Physical and chemical water column sampling program to establish/refine the performance

standards.

Inputs for dredge material management requirements include:

• Geotechnical, baseline chemical, habitat and cultural resources, topographical, and utility service

conditions of potential sediment processing sites.

• Treatability studies to evaluate dewatering, sand separation for beneficial use, and water treatment

technologies.

To determine habitat restoration requirements, GSH will perform:

• In-river habitat survey for the purpose of designing habitat replacement measures on the mudflats

and any other habitat areas affected by implementation of the selected remedy.

• Treatability studies to evaluate constructability and placement techniques for habitat substrate.



Inputs to assist with obtaining permits and being compliant with regulatory requirements during the Project

duration include:

• Cultural and archaeological surveys.

• Habitat surveys and assessments.

Information necessary to support site-wide/long-term monitoring (SWM) requirements include

establishment of baseline conditions of:

• Surficial sediment.

• Water column.

• Fish and crab tissue.

Step 4: Define the Boundaries of the Study

To define the spatial and temporal boundaries pertinent to the decision

The Project encompasses the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR, approximately 650 acres. Approximately 95

percent of the OU 2 shoreline area is comprised of bulkheads or riprap shorelines, while the remaining 5

percent consists of aquatic vegetation. Mudflats comprise approximately 100 acres and provide habitat for

fish, aquatic organisms, blue crab, and waterfowl.

For a majority of the sampling events, there are no limitations on the scheduling of the investigation

activities. Select studies for the PDI will need to be performed at specific times of the year. These

requirements are outlined in the individual PDI task work plans (Appendices A through K of the PDI WP) or

the SWMP.

Step 5: Develop the Analytical Approach

To define the parameters of interest, thresholds for action, and provide a logical basis for choosing among

alternatives

The estimated volume of contaminated sediments is approximately 9.7 million cy. COCs include dioxins

and furans, PCBs, DDT and its primary breakdown products dichlorodiphenyldichloroethane (DDD) and

dichlorodiphenyldichloroethylene (DDE), dieldrin, PAHs, mercury, copper, and lead. The list of analyses

for a specific sampling event will be determined based on the objectives, data gaps, and required decisions

for which the data will be utilized. In addition, the selection to which laboratory a specific event’s samples

are submitted will be based on these requirements as well as the laboratory’s abilities and quantitation

limits for the fraction of interest. Worksheet #15 presents the potential analyses by fraction, with their

associated reporting and QC limits.

QC samples will be analyzed with the field samples, as appropriate for the analytical testing, and may

include field duplicates, laboratory control spikes/duplicates, matrix spikes/duplicates, and/or laboratory

matrix duplicates. Worksheet #20 provides additional information on field QC samples.

Step 6: Specify Performance or Acceptance Criteria

To specify the decision-maker's tolerance limits on measurement or decision errors

Uncertainty is present in the measurement and interpretation of environmental data. The overall quality

objective for the investigation activities is to provide data of known and documented quality through the use

of developed and implemented procedures. Quality characteristics for data are determined by the

evaluation of the precision, accuracy, representativeness, comparability, and completeness of the analytical

results, along with sensitivity and blank contamination elimination (PARCCS). Descriptions of these

characteristics are provided below.

Much of the error, either random or systematic, associated with sampling and reporting techniques are not

quantifiable, but are minimized (to the extent practical) through the design of the sample collection program



(to reduce the natural variability by random error [imprecision] or systematic error [bias] in sampling),

adherence to approved plans and procedures, calibration and appropriate use of field equipment, collection

of field QC, and verification/validation of laboratory data. Analytical errors are controlled through method-

specific QC. Worksheets #12 and #28 provide performance criteria to define acceptable analytical

measurement error. Reference limits by fraction are contained in Worksheet #15. Other performance

and/or acceptance requirements are given in Worksheets #20 (field QC samples), #22 (field equipment

calibration/maintenance), #24 (laboratory instrument calibration), and #25 (laboratory instrument

maintenance). Data verification, validation and usability determination protocols are detailed in Worksheets

#34, #35, #36, and #37.

Precision

Precision is the measurement of agreement in repeated tests of the same or identical samples, under

prescribed conditions. Precision data indicate how consistent and reproducible the field sampling or

analytical procedures have been. Analytical precision can be expressed in terms of Relative Percent

Difference (RPD) or Relative Standard Deviation (RSD).

When only two aliquots of a sample are analyzed, either two representative portions from a single field

location or two aliquots of a prepared sample at the laboratory, these samples are referred to as

“duplicates.” Duplicate precision is evaluated by calculating the RPD between the concentrations of the

two samples, and the smaller the RPD, the greater the precision. RPDs are calculated using the following

equation:

| Vo – Vd |

RPD =

x 100

0.5 (Vo + Vd)

where Vo is the original sample concentration value and Vd is the duplicate sample

concentration value.

When three or more aliquots are analyzed, these samples are referred to as “replicates,” and replicate

precision is evaluated by calculating the RSD. RSD, also known as the coefficient of variation, is calculated

using the following equation, and the smaller the RSD, the greater the precision:

SD

RSD =

x 100

Mean

where SD is the Standard Deviation, and is calculated by:

1

)(1

2

n

xx

SD

n

i

i

Where xi is each individual value used for calculating the mean; x is the mean of n values;

and n is the total number of values.

The precision of analytical environmental samples has two components - laboratory precision and sampling

precision. Laboratory precision is determined by measurements of laboratory duplicates/replicates and by

analysis of reference materials. The precision of the field sampling effort is determined by the analysis of

field duplicate samples (see Worksheets #12 and 20). The precision limits provided in Worksheet #22 for

the screening measurements are acceptance criteria for duplicate and calibration analyses of field

measurement parameters.



Accuracy

Accuracy is the degree of agreement of a measured sample result or average of results with an accepted

reference or true value. It is the quantitative measurement of the bias of a system, and is expressed in

terms of percent recovery (%R). Measurements of accuracy for the laboratory include surrogate spike,

laboratory control spike, matrix spike, and matrix spike duplicate samples. The laboratory must meet or

exceed the control limit objectives, as stated in Worksheet #12 and the applicable methodologies.

The analytical accuracy will be evaluated using %Rs, which are calculated as below:

For laboratory control spike or surrogate spike samples:

SSR

%R =

x 100

SA

where SSR is the spiked sample concentration value (measured value), and SA is the

spiked concentration added (true value).

For matrix spike/matrix spike duplicate samples:

SSR - SR

%R =

x 100

SA

where SSR is the spiked sample concentration value, SR is the unspiked sample

concentration value, and SA is the spiked concentration added.

Representativeness

Representativeness is the degree to which the results of the analyses accurately and precisely represent a

characteristic of a population, a process condition, or an environmental condition. In this case,

representativeness is the degree to which the data reflect the contaminants present and their concentration

magnitudes in the sampled OU 2 areas. Sample homogeneity and sampling/subsampling variability must

be considered during project planning to obtain a higher degree of representativeness. Representativeness

of data will be obtained through the proper selection of sampling locations and implementation of approved

sampling and analytical procedures. Results from environmental field duplicate sample analyses can be

used to assess representativeness, in addition to precision.

Comparability

Comparability is the degree of confidence with which results from two or more data sets, or two or more

laboratories, may be compared. To achieve comparability, standard environmental methodologies will be

employed in the field and in the laboratory, including:

• Using identified standard procedures/methods for both sampling and analysis phases of the project;

• Ensuring traceability of all analytical standards and/or source materials;

• Verifying all calibrations;

• Using standard reporting units and reporting formats, including the reporting of QC data;

• Validating analytical results, including using data qualifiers in all cases where appropriate (see Data

Validation, below);

• Requiring that validation qualifiers be provided at all times (e.g., text, tables, figures, etc.) with the

associated analytical result; and

• Requiring that any metadata on the data set (i.e., information for purposes of description,



administration, technical functionality and requirements, use and usage, and/or preservation) be

documented and provided with the data set at all times.

These steps will ensure all future users of either the data or the conclusions drawn from them will have a

basis for establishing the acceptance criteria for its use and will be able to judge the comparability of these

data and conclusions.

In addition, EPA will collect split samples as part of the QA effort to verify, through independent oversight

and split sampling analysis, that the field activities are in accordance with the approved project plans and

that the data are representative of OU 2 contaminant concentrations.

An inter-laboratory study will be performed as part of the analytical program. The study is outlined in

Appendix B.

Completeness

Completeness is defined as the percentage of samples that meet or exceed all the criteria objective levels

for accuracy, precision and detection limits within a defined time period or event. It is the measure of the

number of data “points” which are judged to be valid, usable results. Three types of completeness, each

with an objective for completeness of 95 percent, will be calculated: field completeness, analytical

completeness, and overall field event completeness.

Field completeness will be calculated by dividing the number of primary field samples actually collected and

received by the laboratory (Sc) by the number of primary field samples planned to be obtained (Sp), and

then multiplying by 100 percent, as shown:

% Field

Completeness =

Sc

x 100

Sp

Field QC samples will not be included in the Field Completeness calculation.

Analytical completeness will be calculated by dividing the number of usable valid data results (Au) by the

total number of possible data results (Ap), and then multiplying by 100 percent, as shown:

% Analytical

Completeness =

Au

x 100

Ap



Overall completeness for the investigation will combine the field and analytical portions, and will be

calculated by dividing the number of usable valid data results from the samples able to be

collected/analyzed (Dv) by the total number of possible data results (Dt; i.e., both valid and rejected data

values among the total number of field samples originally anticipated for collection and analysis for that

event), and then multiplying by 100 percent, as shown:

% Overall

Completeness =

Dv

x 100

Dt

Sensitivity

Sensitivity is the ability of the analytical method or instrument to detect a target analyte at the level of

interest.

• The detection limit (DL, also known as the method detection limit [MDL]) is a statistically-derived

value that represents a 99 percent confidence level that the reported instrument signal is different

from “zero.” At the DL, the false positive rate (Type I error) is 1 percent.

• The limit of detection (LOD) is the concentration demonstrated to be detected at the DL with 99

percent confidence. At the LOD, the false negative rate (Type II error) is 1 percent.

• The limit of quantitation (LOQ) is the quantitative result that has known precision and bias. It is

generally set at or above the lowest initial calibration standard.

As analytical methods are matrix-, moisture- and dilution-dependent, the LOD and LOQ actually determined

for a specific constituent for a specific sample may be higher than the general LOD/LOQ due to these

issues.

An evaluation of DL/LOD/LOQ values was part of the determination of analytical methods, and will be the

basis for the selection of analytical laboratories for a specific sample collection event, to verify the sensitivity

of the chosen method from the chosen laboratory will be adequate to meet the DQOs of the individual field

sampling investigation. Selection will be based on, depending on the analytical fraction, either all or a

majority of the constituent LODs/LOQs being less than applicable screening values, with special attention

paid to the Project COCs (see Worksheet #15).

Blank Contamination Negation/Qualification

Field and laboratory blank samples are analyzed with the project samples to evaluate the potential for

outside contamination of the environmental samples. Descriptions of the blank samples to be collected

during the project are provided in Worksheets #12 and #20. Data validation determines the need for

qualification of environmental sampling analytical results based on blank contamination, and the

requirements of the applicable EPA Region 2 data validation standard operating procedure (SOP) for the

parameter group of interest (see Worksheet #36).

Step 7: Develop the Detailed Plan for Obtaining Data

To identify a resource-effective data collection design that is expected to satisfy the DQOs

The PDI will proceed in a phased approach with the collection of data sequenced to provide information to

support the development of subsequent data collection activities and the RD. Activities to be conducted

include:

• Bathymetric, geophysical, shoreline, and debris surveys.

• Utilities surveys.

• Sediment coring for chemical sampling/analysis, geotechnical sampling/testing, and waste

characterization sampling/analysis.



• Water column sampling.

• Pore-water sampling.

• Dredge elutriate sampling/testing.

• Bulkhead and shoreline evaluation.

• Fish study.

• Habitat survey.

• Cultural resources survey.

• Borrow site characterization.

Worksheet #17 provides a general description of the proposed activities. Details of each study, developed

based on its individual data needs, were included in an investigation-specific subsidiary plan (as an

appendix to either the PDI WP or SWMP), which outline the required number of primary and QC samples

by matrix and analytical fraction.

Data Quality Objectives – PDI and SWM Individual Elements

DQOs for the individual elements of the PDI are provided in the PDI WP and associated appendices. DQOs

for the site-wide monitoring are provided in the SWMP.



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12a Dioxins/Furans (Solid)

Matrix Solid (Sediment, Soil, IDW)

Analytical Group Dioxins / Furans

Sampling Program1 Analytical Method2

Data Quality Indicators (DQIs)

Measurement Performance Criteria

QC Sample and/or Activity Used to

Assess Measurement Performance

QC Sample Assesses Error

for Sampling (S), Analytical

(A) or both (S&A)

Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 to PDI WP); Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP); Surface Sediment (SWM); Investigation Derived Waste

EPA 1613B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Precision (field methodologies; small-scale/sample-specific); Representativeness

RPD ≤ 50% if both samples >LOQ

Field Duplicate S&A

Accuracy/Bias (field methodologies; small-scale/sample-specific)

< LOQ for each compound Field Equipment Rinsate Blank

S&A

Bias/Precision Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of EPA 1613B

Calibration Verification (VER)

A

Precision Separation between adjacent peaks must be 25% or greater for TCDD and 40% or greater for TCDF

Isomer Specificity Test Standards

A

Accuracy/Bias < LOQ for each compound Method Blank (MB) A

Accuracy/Bias Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of EPA 1613B

Ongoing Precision and Recovery Standard (OPR)

A

Precision RPD ≤ 30% Laboratory Duplicate and/or OPR Duplicate

A

Accuracy/Bias 35-197%R

37Cl-2,3,7,8-TCDD

Clean-up Standard A

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,7-PeCDD

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6-PeCDF



Matrix Solid (Sediment, Soil, IDW)


Sampling Program1 Analytical Method2






for Sampling (S), Analytical

(A) or both (S&A)

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,9-HxCDF

25-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,8,9-HpCDF


Labeled Standards A

Sensitivity LOQ < ½ Project Action Limits (PALs) if possible; see Worksheet #15

Data evaluation as part of Data Verification Procedures (see Worksheet #35)

A

Representativeness Implementation of approved plans and procedures


S

Comparability Use of standard procedures/ methods as outlined in approved plans and/or approved modifications


A

Completeness 95% (per field event activity) Data evaluation as part of Data Verification Procedures (see Worksheet #35)

S&A

1 Refer to Worksheet #18 and Worksheet #21 for sampling program and corresponding SOPs. 2 Reference number(s) from Worksheet #23.



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12b Dioxins/Furans (Aqueous)

Matrix Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate, IDW)


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2






for Sampling (S), Analytical (A) or

both (S&A)

Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D to PDI WP); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F to PDI WP); Water Quality Monitoring (SWM); Investigation Derived Waste




Field Duplicate S&A



S&A

Accuracy/Bias (small-scale/sample-specific)

< LOQ for each compound 0.7-micron Glass Fiber Filter (GFF) Blank [Appendix E, Water Column Sampling only]

S&A


VER A



A

Accuracy/Bias < LOQ for each compound MB A


OPR A

Precision RPD ≤ 30% Laboratory Duplicate and/or ORP Duplicate

A


37Cl-2,3,7,8-TCDD

Clean-up Standard A

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,7-PeCDD



Matrix Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate, IDW)


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2







both (S&A)

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6-PeCDF

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,9-HxCDF

25-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,8,9-HpCDF


Labeled Standards A

Sensitivity LOQ < ½ PALs if possible; see Worksheet #15


A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12c Dioxins/Furans (Tissue)

Matrix Tissue


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2







both (S&A)

Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring (SWM)




Field Duplicate S&A



S&A


VER A



A



OPR A

Precision RPD ≤ 30% Laboratory Duplicate and/or ORP Duplicate

A


37Cl-2,3,7,8-TCDD

Clean-up Standard A

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,7-PeCDD

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6-PeCDF

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,9-HxCDF



Matrix Tissue


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2







both (S&A)

25-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,8,9-HpCDF


Labeled Standards A

Sensitivity LOQ < ½ PALs if possible; see Worksheet #15


A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12d PCB Congeners (Solid)

Matrix Solid (Sediment, Soil)

Analytical Group PCB Congeners

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2

DQIs Measurement Performance

Criteria



QC Sample Assesses Error for S, A or both (S&A)

Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP); Surface Sediment (SWM)

EPA 1668A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



Field Duplicate S&A



S&A

Bias/Precision Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of EPA 1668A

VER A


Accuracy/Bias Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of EPA 1668A

OPR A


A


Clean-up Standard A


Labeled Standards A

Sensitivity LOQ < ½ PAL (if possible); see Worksheet #15


A





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria






S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12e PCB Congeners (Aqueous)

Matrix Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate)


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria



QC Sample Assesses Error for S, A or both

(S&A)

Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D to PDI WP); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F to PDI WP); Water Quality Monitoring (SWM)




Field Duplicate S&A



S&A


< LOQ for each compound 0.7-micron GFF Blank [Appendix E, Water Column Sampling only]

S&A


VER A



OPR A


A


Clean-up Standard A


Labeled Standards A



A





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12f PCB Congeners (Tissue)

Matrix Tissue


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria








Field Duplicate S&A



S&A


VER A



OPR A


A


Clean-up Standard A


Labeled Standards A



A



Matrix Tissue


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria






S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12g PCBs [as Aroclors] (Solids, Aqueous)

Matrix Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, IDW); Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate, IDW)

Analytical Group PCBs [as Aroclors]

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2

DQIs Measurement Performance Criteria




Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F to PDI WP); Investigation Derived Waste

SW-846 8082A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


RPD ≤ ≤ 30% if both samples >LOQ Field Duplicate S&A



S&A

Bias/Precision All reported analytes within ± 20% of true value.

Initial Calibration Verification (ICV)

A


Continuing Calibration Verification (CCV)

A

Accuracy/Bias Tetrachloro-m-xylene

30-150%R Surrogate Compounds A

Decachlorobiphenyl 30-150%R


Accuracy/Bias Aroclor-1016 50-150 %R LCS A

Aroclor-1260 50-150 %R

Accuracy/Bias Aroclor-1016 29-135 %R MS A

Aroclor-1260 29-135 %R

Precision RPD ≤ 20% MSD A

Accuracy/Precision/ Bias

≤ 40% RPD (for results between primary and secondary columns).

Second Column Confirmation

A



A



Matrix Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, IDW); Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate, IDW)

Analytical Group PCBs [as Aroclors]

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2







S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12h DDx Compounds/Pesticides (Solids)

Matrix Solid (Sediment)

Analytical Group DDx/Pesticides

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 to PDI WP); Surface Sediment (SWM)

EPA 1699 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


RPD ≤ 50% if both samples >LOQ Field Duplicate S&A



S&A

Bias/Precision ≤ 20% RSD for native standards and ≤ 50% RSD for extraction standards

ICAL A

Bias/Precision ±30% native; ±75% labeled CCV A

Accuracy/Bias Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 5 of EPA 1699

Labeled Internal Standards

A

Accuracy/Bias < LOQ for each compound or 10% of the sample contents

MB A


OPR A


A



A



S





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria






A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12i DDx Compounds/Pesticides (Aqueous)



Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria








Field Duplicate S&A



S&A


< LOQ for each compound 0.7-micron GFF Blank [Appendix E, Water

Column Sampling only]

S&A


ICAL A




A


MB A


OPR A


A



A





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria






S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12j DDx Compounds/Pesticides (Tissue)

Matrix Tissue


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria








Field Duplicate S&A



S&A


ICAL A




A


MB A


OPR A


A



A



S



Matrix Tissue


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria






A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12k PAHs/Semi-Volatiles (Solids, Tissue)

Matrix Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil, IDW); Tissue

Analytical Group PAHs/SVOCs

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


QC Sample and/or Activity

Used to Assess

Measurement Performance

QC Sample Assesses

Error for S, A or both (S&A)

Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP)

SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)





S&A


ICV A


CCV A

Accuracy/Sensitivity Retention time within ± 10 seconds from retention time of midpoint standard in the initial calibration (ICAL); -50 to +100% of ICAL midpoint standard

Internal Standards

A

Accuracy/Bias 2,4,6-Tribromophenol 20-107%R Surrogate Compounds

A

2-Fluorobiphenyl 34-100%R

2-Fluorophenol 27-100%R

Nitrobenzene-d5 33-100%R

Phenol-d5 27-100%R

Terphenyl-d14 30-100%R


Accuracy/Bias See table following worksheet LCS, MS A

Precision See table following worksheet MSD A



Matrix Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil, IDW); Tissue

Analytical Group PAHs/SVOCs

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2



Used to Assess


QC Sample Assesses




A



S



A


S&A




Analyte LCS %R LCS RPD MS %R MS RPD Analyte LCS %R LCS RPD MS %R MS RPD

Acenaphthene 43-100 27 43-100 27 Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene 46-100 35 46-100 35

Acenaphthylene 43-100 27 43-100 27 Isophorone 45-100 24 45-100 24

Anthracene 48-100 31 48-100 31 2-Methylnaphthalene 48-100 17 48-100 17

Benzo[a]anthracene 46-100 31 46-100 31 Naphthalene 46-100 19 46-100 19

Benzo[a]pyrene 46-100 29 46-100 29 2-Nitroaniline 40-115 37 40-115 37

Benzo[b]fluoranthene 42-100 31 42-100 31 3-Nitroaniline 40-104 24 40-104 24

Benzo[g,h,i]perylene 45-100 38 45-100 38 4-Nitroaniline 37-107 30 37-107 30

Benzo[k]fluoranthene 45-100 28 45-100 28 Nitrobenzene 43-100 15 43-100 15

Bis(2-chloroethyl)ether 42-100 15 42-100 15 N-Nitrosodi-n-propylamine 46-100 15 46-100 15

Bis(2-chloroethoxy)methane 43-100 18 43-100 18 N-Nitrosodiphenylamine 45-102 26 45-102 26

2,2'-oxybis[1-chloropropane] 27-108 17 27-108 17 Phenanthrene 46-100 32 46-100 32

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate 41-121 36 41-121 36 Pyrene 41-100 34 41-100 34

4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether 46-105 23 46-105 23 Carbazole 47-100 24 47-100 24

Butyl benzyl phthalate 42-117 35 42-117 35 Acetophenone 41-100 19 41-100 19

4-Chloroaniline 48-100 24 48-100 24 Atrazine 19-100 22 19-100 22

2-Chloronaphthalene 44-100 21 44-100 21 Benzaldehyde 10-150 40 10-150 40

4-Chlorophenyl phenyl ether 44-100 22 44-100 22 1,1'-Biphenyl 44-100 15 44-100 15

Chrysene 47-100 31 47-100 31 Caprolactam 41-112 18 41-112 18

Dibenz(a,h)anthracene 47-100 35 47-100 35 4-Chloro-3-methylphenol 47-101 30 47-101 30

Dibenzofuran 48-100 21 48-100 21 2-Chlorophenol 47-100 15 47-100 15

Di-n-butyl phthalate 48-105 26 48-105 26 2-Methylphenol 46-100 15 46-100 15

3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine 34-104 26 34-104 26 Methylphenol, 3 & 4 46-100 17 46-100 17

Diethyl phthalate 41-105 21 41-105 21 2,4-Dichlorophenol 48-100 18 48-100 18

Dimethyl phthalate 45-100 23 45-100 23 2,4-Dimethylphenol 49-100 25 49-100 25

2,4-Dinitrotoluene 45-106 23 45-106 23 2,4-Dinitrophenol 31-110 40 31-110 40

2,6-Dinitrotoluene 45-105 20 45-105 20 4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol 40-114 38 40-114 38

Di-n-octyl phthalate 38-122 40 38-122 40 2-Nitrophenol 48-101 20 48-101 20

Fluoranthene 47-100 30 47-100 30 4-Nitrophenol 23-136 40 23-136 40

Fluorene 45-100 29 45-100 29 Pentachlorophenol 25-114 40 25-114 40

Hexachlorobenzene 45-104 21 45-104 21 Phenol 46-100 15 46-100 15

Hexachlorobutadiene 41-101 18 41-101 18 2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 43-103 28 43-103 28

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene 24-108 40 24-108 40 2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 45-104 22 45-104 22

Hexachloroethane 46-100 15 46-100 15



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12l PAHs/Semi-Volatiles (Aqueous)

Matrix Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract, IDW)

Analytical Group PAHs/Semi-Volatile Organic Compounds (SVOCs)/TCLP SVOCs

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2



Used to Assess


QC Sample Assesses


Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F to PDI WP); Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D to PDI WP); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP); Investigation Derived Waste






S&A

Accuracy/Bias (small-scale/ sample-specific)


S&A


ICV A


CCV A

Accuracy/Sensitivity Retention time within ± 10 seconds from retention time of midpoint standard in the initial calibration (ICAL); -50 to +100% of ICAL midpoint standard

Internal Standards

A

Accuracy/Bias 2,4,6-Tribromophenol 19-138%R Surrogate Compounds

A

2-Fluorobiphenyl 35-115%R

2-Fluorophenol 20-110%R

Nitrobenzene-d5 39-115%R

Phenol-d5 30-118%R

Terphenyl-d14 30-143%R





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2



Used to Assess


QC Sample Assesses



Accuracy/Bias 1,4-Dichlorobenzene 42-115%R LCS, MS A

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 45-115%R

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 40-115%R

2,4-Dinitrotoluene 25-106%R

2-Methylphenol 16-140%R

3- and/or 4-Methylphenol 22-105%R

Hexachlorobenzene 37-115%R

Hexachlorobutadiene 40-115%R

Hexachloroethane 43-115%R

Nitrobenzene 30-121%R

Pentachlorophenol 35-115%R

Pyridine 40-115%R




A



S





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2



Used to Assess


QC Sample Assesses




A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12m Petroleum Hydrocarbons (Solid)


Analytical Group Gasoline Range Organics (GRO), Diesel Range Organics (DRO), Oil Range Organics (ORO)*

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP)

SW-846 8015D (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



S&A


ICV A


CCV A

Accuracy/Bias o-Terphenyl 26-125%R Surrogate Compounds A

Trifluorotoluene 10-150%R


Accuracy/Bias GRO 76-120%R LCS A

Accuracy/Bias GRO 25-120%R MS A




A



S




Analytical Group Gasoline Range Organics (GRO), Diesel Range Organics (DRO), Oil Range Organics (ORO)*

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)



A


S&A

1 Refer to Worksheet #18 and Worksheet #21 for sampling program and corresponding SOPs. 2 Reference number(s) from Worksheet #23. * Carbon ranges are C6-C10 for GRO, C10-C28 for DRO, and C28-C34 for ORO.



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12n Mercury/Metals (Solid)

Matrix Solid (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil, IDW)

Analytical Group Mercury/Metals (Cu/Pb, RCRA/DRET-related List, TAL)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 to PDI WP); Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP); Surface Sediment (SWM)

SW-846 6010C, 7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


RPD ≤ 50%if both samples >LOQ Field Duplicate S&A


< LOQ Field Equipment Rinsate Blank

S&A

Bias/Precision All reported analytes within ± 10% of true value

ICV A


CCV A

Accuracy/Bias < LOQ MB A

Accuracy/Bias 80-120%R LCS A

Accuracy/Bias 75-125%R MS A


Accuracy/Bias ±10% of original Dilution Test [Method 6010C]

A

Accuracy/Bias 80-120%R Post-Digestion Spike [Method 6010C]

A



Matrix Solid (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil, IDW)


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Bias/ Accuracy Interference Check Solution (ICS)-A: Absolute value of concentration for all non-spiked analytes < LOD (unless verified trace impurity); ICS-AB: ± 20% of true value [except for elements present in the ICS-AB solution at greater than 4X the instrument calibration range]

Interference Check Sample A & Interference Check Sample AB [Method 6010C]

A



A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12o Mercury/Metals (Aqueous)


Analytical Group Mercury/Metals (Cu/Pb, RCRA/DRET-related List)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D to PDI WP); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F to PDI WP); Water Quality Monitoring (SWM); Investigation Derived Waste

SW-846 6020A (Water, Elutriate)/ 6010C (TCLP Extract/IDW), 7470A (Elutriate, TCLP Extract, IDW) (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)




< LOQ for each analyte Field Equipment Rinsate Blank

S&A



S&A


ICV A


CCV A

Accuracy/Bias < LOQ for each analyte MB A




Accuracy/Bias ±10% of original Dilution Test [Method 6010C/ 6020A]

A

Accuracy/Bias 80-120%R Post-Digestion Spike [Method 6010C/ 6020A]

A





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


Interference Check Sample A & Interference Check Sample AB [Method 6010C/ 6020A]

A

Accuracy/Sensitivity IS intensity within 30-120% of IS intensity in initial calibration blank

Internal Standards [Method 6020A only]

A



A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12p Low Level Mercury (Aqueous)

Matrix Aqueous (Water)

Analytical Group LL Mercury

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D to PDI WP); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP); Water Quality Monitoring (SWM)

EPA 1631E (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)




< LOQ for each analyte Field Equipment Rinsate Blank

S&A



S&A

Bias/Precision RSD < 15%; 75-125%R

Bubbler system calibration

A

Bias/Precision RSD < 15%; 75-125%R

Flow-injection system calibration

A

Accuracy/Bias < 50 ng/L Hg (individual); < 50 ng/L Hg (mean)

System blank A

Accuracy/Bias < 50 pg Hg (individual); < 25 pg Hg (mean)

Bubbler blank A

Accuracy/Bias < 20 pg (or 0.2 ng/L) Hg Reagent blank A

Accuracy/Bias 77-123%R OPR A

Accuracy/Bias 77-123%R QCS (Second Source) A

Accuracy/Bias < 0.5 ng/L Hg MB A

Accuracy/Bias < LOQ for each analyte Bottle blank A







Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)



A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12q Mercury/Metals (Tissue)

Matrix Tissue

Analytical Group Mercury/Metals (Cu/Pb)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


SW-846 6010C, 7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


RPD ≤ 50%if both samples >LOQ Field Duplicate S&A


< LOQ Field Equipment Rinsate Blank

S&A


ICV A


CCV A





Accuracy/Bias ±10% of original Dilution Test [Method 6010C]

A

Accuracy/Bias 80-120%R Post-Digestion Spike [Method 6010C]

A



Matrix Tissue

Analytical Group Mercury/Metals (Cu/Pb)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


Interference Check Sample A & Interference Check Sample AB [Method 6010C]

A



A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12r Volatile Organics (Solid)

Matrix Solid (Soil, IDW)

Analytical Group TCLP Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2





Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP); Investigation Derived Waste

SW-846 8260C (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Accuracy/

Sensitivity

Retention time within ± 10 seconds from retention time of midpoint standard in the ICAL; -50 to +100% of ICAL midpoint standard

Internal Standards A

Accuracy See table following worksheet LCS; MS A



Accuracy 1,2-Dichloroethane-d4 63-133%R Surrogate Compounds A

4-Bromofluorobenzene 62-124%R

Dibromofluoromethane 61-120%R

Toluene-d8 68-130%R

Bias/Precision ± 30% of true value ICV A

Bias/Precision ± 20% of true value; ± 50% of true value (analytes and surrogates) for end of analytical batch CCV

CCV A



A

Representativeness

Implementation of approved plans and procedures


S



A



Matrix Solid (Soil, IDW)


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2






S&A




Analyte LCS %R LCS RPD MS %R MS RPD

1,1,1-Trichloroethane 68-131%R 23 68-131%R 23

1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 66-127%R 24 66-127%R 24

1,1,2-Trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane 57-138%R 40 57-138%R 40

1,1,2-Trichloroethane 77-117%R 15 77-117%R 15

1,1-Dichloroethane 68-122%R 15 68-122%R 15

1,1-Dichloroethene 62-127%R 19 62-127%R 19

1,2-Dibromo-3-Chloropropane 50-138%R 22 50-138%R 22

1,2-Dichlorobenzene 75-115%R 15 75-115%R 15

1,2-Dichloroethane 65-131%R 15 65-131%R 15

1,2-Dichloropropane 77-119%R 15 77-119%R 15

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 50-144%R 22 50-144%R 22



2-Butanone (MEK) 29-150%R 40 29-150%R 40

2-Hexanone 31-150%R 37 31-150%R 37

4-Methyl-2-pentanone (MIBK) 56-146%R 22 56-146%R 22

Acetone 16-150%R 40 16-150%R 40

Benzene 74-117%R 15 74-117%R 15

Bromoform 47-150%R 16 47-150%R 16

Bromomethane 13-150%R 40 13-150%R 40

Carbon disulfide 61-132%R 28 61-132%R 28

Carbon tetrachloride 63-134%R 21 63-134%R 21

Chlorobenzene 77-117%R 15 77-117%R 15

Chlorodibromomethane 59-141%R 17 59-141%R 17

Chloroform 70-122%R 15 70-122%R 15

Chloromethane 36-148%R 40 36-148%R 40

Chloroethane 28-150%R 40 28-150%R 40

cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 72-117%R 15 72-117%R 15

cis-1,3-Dichloropropene 70-132%R 22 70-132%R 22

Dichlorobromomethane 65-139%R 15 65-139%R 15

Dichlorodifluoromethane 10-150%R 40 10-150%R 40

Ethylbenzene 76-116%R 15 76-116%R 15




1,2-Dibromoethane 78-118%R 15 78-118%R 15

Cyclohexane 65-126%R 29 65-126%R 29

Isopropylbenzene 70-124%R 18 70-124%R 18

Methyl acetate 59-143%R 27 59-143%R 27

Methyl tert-butyl ether 63-129%R 30 63-129%R 30

Methylcyclohexane 75-118%R 23 75-118%R 23

Methylene Chloride 64-118%R 26 64-118%R 26

m-Xylene & p-Xylene 77-117%R 15 77-117%R 15

o-Xylene 77-117%R 15 77-117%R 15

Styrene 77-117%R 15 77-117%R 15

Tetrachloroethene 77-118%R 18 77-118%R 18

Toluene 73-122%R 15 73-122%R 15

trans-1,2-Dichloroethene 72-117%R 16 72-117%R 16

trans-1,3-Dichloropropene 65-133%R 16 65-133%R 16

Trichloroethene 75-121%R 15 75-121%R 15

Trichlorofluoromethane 18-150%R 40 18-150%R 40

Vinyl chloride 41-142%R 40 41-142%R 40

Xylenes, Total 77-117%R 15 77-117%R 15



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12s Volatile Organics (Aqueous)

Matrix Aqueous (TCLP Extract, IDW)


Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2





Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Investigation Derived Waste

SW-846 8260C (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Accuracy/

Sensitivity


Internal Standards A

Accuracy 1,1-Dichloroethene 63-140%R LCS; MS A

1,2-Dichloroethane 80-120%R

2-Butanone 78-126%R

Benzene 77-119%R

Carbon Tetrachloride 63-139%R

Chlorobenzene 69-127%R

Chloroform 83-120%R

Tetrachloroethene 57-128%R

Trichloroethene 31-139%R

Vinyl chloride 80-120%R

Precision ≤ 20% RPD MSD A


Accuracy 1,2-Dichloroethane-d4 62-123%R Surrogate Compounds A

4-Bromofluorobenzene 75-120%R

Dibromofluoromethane 80-120%R

Toluene-d8 80-120%R


Bias/Precision ± 20% of true value; ± 50% of true value (analytes and surrogates) for end of analytical batch CCV

CCV A





Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2







A

Representativeness

Implementation of approved plans and procedures


S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12t Pesticides (Solids)

Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment, Soil, IDW)

Analytical Group Pesticides

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP)

SW-846 8081B (See Worksheet #15 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


ICV A


CCV A

Accuracy/Bias Decachloro-biphenyl 26-143%R Surrogate Compounds A

Tetrachloro-m-xylene 32-114%R


Accuracy/Bias See table following worksheet LCS; MS A





A



A



S



A



Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment, Soil, IDW)

Analytical Group Pesticides

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


S&A





Aldrin 42-114 20 10-150 20

alpha-BHC 44-100 20 10-150 20

beta-BHC 32-110 20 10-150 20

delta-BHC 20-106 20 20-124 20

gamma-BHC (Lindane) 44-100 20 10-150 20

alpha-Chlordane 38-112 20 10-150 20

gamma-Chlordane 37-113 24 10-150 24

4,4'-DDD 41-111 20 15-150 20

4,4'-DDE 39-119 20 10-150 20

4,4'-DDT 25-112 37 10-150 37

Dieldrin 38-116 20 20-150 20

Endosulfan I 39-114 23 20-150 23

Endosulfan II 37-108 33 10-150 33

Endosulfan sulfate 29-100 26 13-140 26

Endrin 38-114 20 10-150 20

Endrin aldehyde 25-105 20 10-150 20

Endrin ketone 31-113 20 10-150 20

Heptachlor 47-114 20 10-150 20

Heptachlor epoxide 40-115 20 10-150 20

Methoxychlor 26-119 26 10-150 26



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12u Pesticides (Aqueous)


Analytical Group TCLP Pesticides

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


SW-846 8081B (See Worksheet #15 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


ICV A


CCV A

Accuracy/Bias Decachlorobiphenyl 45-140%R Surrogate Compounds A

Tetrachloro-m-xylene 45-140%R


Accuracy/Bias Chlordane 55-137%R LCS; MS A

Endrin 57-124%R

gamma-BHC (Lindane)

53-135%R

Heptachlor 30-150%R

Heptachlor Epoxide 46-137%R

Methoxychlor 30-150%R

Toxphene 30-150%R





A



A




Analytical Group TCLP Pesticides

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12v Herbicides (Solids, Aqueous)

Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (TCLP Extract, IDW)

Analytical Group Herbicides/TCLP Herbicides

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria







Accuracy 2,4-Dichloro-phenylacetic acid

18-125%R (aq) 19-122%R (sol)

Surrogate Compounds A

Accuracy 2,4,5-TP 15-140%R LCS; MS (aqueous) A

2,4,-D 10-117%R

Precision ≤ 20% RPD MSD (aqueous) A

Accuracy 2,4,5-TP 10-103%R LCS; MS (solids) A

2,4,-D 15-114%R

Silvex (2,4,5-TP)

27-126%R

Precision 2,4,5-TP ≤ 40% RPD MSD (solids) A

2,4,-D ≤ 40% RPD

Silvex (2,4,5-TP)

≤ 31% RPD


≤ 40% RPD (for results between primary and secondary columns)


A


Bias/Precision ± 20% of true value CCV A



A



Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (TCLP Extract, IDW)

Analytical Group Herbicides/TCLP Herbicides

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria






S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12w RCRA Characteristics (Solid/Aqueous)

Matrix Solid (Sediment, IDW)/Aqueous (IDW)

Analytical Group RCRA Characteristics

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


SW-846 9045D [Corrosivity by pH]; SW-846 1020B [Ignitability]; SW-846 9014 [Cyanide]; SW-846 9034/9030B [Sulfide] (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Precision ≤ 25% RPD Laboratory Duplicate S&A

Bias/Precision ± 10% of true value (cyanide); ± 15% of true value (sulfide)

ICV A

Bias/Precision ± 10% of true value (cyanide); ± 15% of true value (sulfide)

CCV A



A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12x Organic Carbon (Solids/Aqueous Filtered Material)


Analytical Group Total Organic Carbon (TOC), Particulate Organic Carbon (POC) [after filtering]

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 to PDI WP); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2 to PDI WP); Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP); Surface Sediment (SWM)

Lloyd Kahn (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


RPD ≤ 50% Field Duplicate S&A

Bias/Precision 90-110% ICV A

Bias/Precision 15% of true value CCV A


Accuracy/Bias < LOQ Filter Blank (POC only) A




Precision ± 3x SD Laboratory Quadruplicate A



A



S



A




Analytical Group Total Organic Carbon (TOC), Particulate Organic Carbon (POC) [after filtering]

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12y Organic Carbon (Aqueous)

Matrix Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate)

Analytical Group TOC, Dissolved Organic Carbon (DOC)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)


SW846 9060A (TOC, DOC) (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



Bias/Precision 90-110%R ICV A

Bias/Precision ±10% of true value CCV A


Precision ≤ 10% RPD MD A



A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12z Solids (Aqueous)


Analytical Group Suspended Sediment Concentration (SSC) [aka Total Suspended Solids (TSS)]

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria





SM 2540 * (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



Field Duplicate S&A


Precision ≤ 5% RPD MD A

Sensitivity ± 0.1 milligrams (mg) analytical balance


A



S



A


S&A

1 Refer to Worksheet #18 and Worksheet #21 for sampling program and corresponding SOPs. 2 Reference number(s) from Worksheet #23. * Entire container of sample to be utilized during analytical methodology.



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12aa Geotechnical Parameters (Solids)

Matrix Solid (Soil/Sediment)

Analytical Group Physical properties tests: Moisture content, Grain size distribution, Grain size finer than #200 sieve, Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight, Percent organic matter; Strength parameters tests: Direct shear test, Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression; Consolidation parameters test: Consolidation test Corrosivity series: Corrosivity Borrow assessement: Grain size distribution/finer than #200 sieve, Specific gravity, Angularity, Absorption, Soundness, LA Abrasion

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 to PDI WP); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2

ASTM D2216 [Moisture content]; ASTM D6913 [Grain size distribution-sieve]; ASTM D7928 [Grain size finer than #200 sieve-hydrometer]; ASTM D4318 [Atterberg limits]; ASTM D854 [Specific gravity]; ASTM D2216 [Percent solids by weight]; ASTM D7263 [Unit weight]*;



S

Comparability Use of standard procedures/methods as outlined in approved plans and/or approved modifications


A



Matrix Solid (Soil/Sediment)

Analytical Group Physical properties tests: Moisture content, Grain size distribution, Grain size finer than #200 sieve, Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight, Percent organic matter; Strength parameters tests: Direct shear test, Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression; Consolidation parameters test: Consolidation test Corrosivity series: Corrosivity Borrow assessement: Grain size distribution/finer than #200 sieve, Specific gravity, Angularity, Absorption, Soundness, LA Abrasion

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

to PDI WP); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix F to PDI WP); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K to PDI WP); Surface Sediment (SWM)

ASTM D2974 [Percent organic matter]; ASTM D3080 [Direct shear test]; ASTM D2850 [Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression]; ASTM D4767 [Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression]; ASTM D2435 [Consolidation test]; ASTM D4972, C1580, G187, and G200; AASHTO T 291 [Corrosivity/Sulfate/Chlorides]; ASTM D5821 [Angularity]; AASHTO T 84/AASHTO T 85 [Absorption]; AASHTO T 104 [Soundness]; AASHTO T 96 [LA Abrasion]

Completeness 95% (per field event activity)


S&A

1 Refer to Worksheet #18 and Worksheet #21 for sampling program and corresponding SOPs. 2 Reference number(s) from Worksheet #23. * When intact cores are not shipped to the laboratory (such as during the Sediment Geotechnical Characterization), unit weight will be

calculated in the field following the procedure in Change Request No. 6, attached to SOP No. 9.



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12bb Lipid Content (Tissue)

Matrix Tissue

Analytical Group Lipid Content

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria





Method 1613 Section 2.1.3.1



Precision RPD ≤ 20% Laboratory Duplicate A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12cc Paint Filter Test (IDW)

Matrix Solid/Aqueous (IDW)

Analytical Group Paint Filter/Free Liquids Test

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




Investigation Derived Waste

SW846 9095B Precision Agreement on presence or absence of free liquid

Laboratory Duplicate A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12dd Field-Analyzed Parameters 1 (Aqueous)


Analytical Group Physical and Chemical Water Quality Parameters (Temperature; hydraulic conductivity; Dissolved Oxygen [DO]; Oxidation-Reduction Potential [ORP]; pH; Specific Conductivity; Turbidity)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2





(S&A)

Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D to PDI WP)

Real-Time Measurement with Instrument

Sensitivity ± 0.1 degrees Celsius (°C) for temperature

± 0.1 foot for depth [hydraulic conductivity calculation]

± 0.1 milligrams per liter (mg/L) for DO

± 20 millivolts (mV) for ORP

± 0.1 standard units (SU) for pH

± 0.01 milliSiemens per centimeter (mS/cm) for specific conductivity

± 0.3 nephelometric turbidity units (NTU) for turbidity


A



S



A

Completeness 95% (per analyte) Data evaluation as part of Data Verification Procedures (see Worksheet #35)

S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12ee Field-Analyzed Parameters 2 (Aqueous)


Analytical Group Physical and Chemical Water Quality Parameters (Flow Rate; Conductivity; Temperature; Pressure (Depth); Dissolved Oxygen [DO]; pH; Optical Turbidity; Oxidation-Reduction Potential [ORP]; Turbidity; Chlorophyll-a (Chl-a); Fluorescent Dissolved Organic Matter [FDOM])

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP);

Water Quality Monitoring (SWM)


Sensitivity ± 15 ml/min for flow rate

± 5 seconds for timed outflow

± 0.01 mS/cm for conductivity

± 0.1 °C for temperature

± 0.1 foot for depth

± 0.1 mg/L for DO

± 0.01 SU for pH

± 2% for optical turbidity

± 20 mV for ORP

± 0.3 NTU for turbidity

± 0.02 ug/L for Chl-a

± 0.1 ppb for FDOM


A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12ff Field-Analyzed Parameters 3 (Aqueous)


Analytical Group Physical and Chemical Water Quality Parameters (Dissolved Oxygen [DO]; Oxidation-Reduction Potential [ORP]; pH; Salinity; TDS; Specific Conductivity; Temperature; Turbidity)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria




(S&A)

Habitat Survey (Appendix J to PDI WP)


Sensitivity ± 0.1 mg/L for DO

± 1 mV for ORP

± 0.01 SU for pH

± 1 ppth for salinity

± 0.1 mg/L for TDS

± 0.01 mS/cm for specific conductivity

± 0.1 °C for temperature

± 0.1 NTU for turbidity


A



S



A


S&A




Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12gg Dredge Elutriate Test / Column Settling Test


Analytical Group Dredge Elutriate Test (DRET) / Column Settling Test (CST)

Sampling Program1

Analytical Method2


Criteria

QC Sample and/or Activity Used to Assess



Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F to PDI WP)

Prepared via DRET and CST techniques (see Note 2); then analyzed for dioxins/ furans, PCB Congeners, PCBs as Aroclors, pesticides, SVOCs/PAHs, Priority Pollutant (PP) metals, TSS, and TOC (see previous worksheets)


RPD ≤ 50% (solid) Field Duplicate S&A

Precision See previous worksheets as applicable for dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, PCBs as Aroclors, pesticides, PAHs, Priority Pollutant (PP) metals, TSS, and TOC

LCS A

Accuracy/Bias MS A

Accuracy/Bias MSD A

Sensitivity Data evaluation as part of Data Verification Procedures (see Worksheet #35)

A



S



A

Completeness 95% (per test) Data evaluation as part of Data Verification Procedures (see Worksheet #35)

S&A


Preparation for DRET by Technical Guidelines for Environmental Dredging of Contaminated Sediments, Appendix A, Dredging Elutriate Test Procedure (USACE, 2008) [refer to Attachment B of the Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test Work Plan, Appendix F to the PDI WP]. Preparation for CST by Evaluation of Dredged Material Proposed for Disposal at Island, Nearshore, or Upland Confined Disposal Facilities-Testing Manual, Appendix B, Column Settling Test and Effluent Elutriate Procedures (USACE, 2003) [refer to Attachment C of the Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test Work Plan, Appendix F to the PDI WP].



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12hh Geophysical and Bathymetric Survey

Data Type QC Procedure Comments

Positioning At the beginning and end of the survey and daily each day that data are collected, the real-time kinematic (RTK) Global Positioning System (GPS) rover will be set up one or more monuments in the control network and the measured position compared to the published coordinates. This verifies that the RTK GPS base station and rover are setup and operating properly. The position reported by a GPS rover mounted on the survey vessel is checked to match the position reported by the inertial navigation system on the vessel, after correcting for antenna, sensor and angular offsets.

Rover GPS check-in on survey control and rover correlation to vessel positioning systems must be within 0.1 foot horizontally and 0.2 foot vertically for vessel RTK level positioning.

Bathymetry (Multibeam Echosounder [MBE])

Sensor offsets measured and verified.

Installation calibration (“patch test”) performed at start of survey, end of survey and whenever relevant installed equipment is moved or replaced.

Daily water level checks comparing measured water level using an RTK-GPS rover vs. water level determined by the vessel navigation system and acquisition software after correcting for the draft of inertial measurement unit (IMU) and offsets from vertical reference point.

Daily bar check – sonar-reflective target lowered to a tape-measured depth below the vertical reference point compared to the depth value reported by the sonar, corrected for transducer draft.

In post-processing of bathymetric data, main survey line and cross/check line data compared statistically to check for errors in processing, heave, pitch, roll, offset, or sound speed profile corrections.

Offsets should be measured to an accuracy of 0.1 foot or better.

The data from the sonar corrected for draft, etc. should match the bar depth with a difference of no more than 0.2 foot.

The results of the statistical cross-check comparison should meet International Hydrographic Organization requirements for the grade of survey.




Bathymetry (Single-beam Echosounder [SBE] / Other)


Latency test between SBE and navigation performed at start of survey and whenever relevant equipment is installed or replaced.

Daily water level checks comparing RTK GPS rover measured water level vs. vessel calculated water level, corrected for transducer draft.

Daily bar check – reflective target at measured depth below the surface compared to the depth value reported by the sonar, corrected for transducer draft.

Offsets should be measured to an accuracy of 0.1 foot or better.

The data from the sonar corrected for draft, etc. should match the bar depth with a difference of no more than 0.2 foot.

Vessel-mounted LiDAR (VML)


Installation calibration (“patch test”) performed at start of survey and whenever relevant installed equipment is moved or replaced.

Light Detection And Ranging (LiDAR) measurements from the survey are compared to known or surveyed positions of features visible in the LiDAR data set (i.e., ground control points).

Offsets shall be measured to an accuracy of 0.1 foot or better.

Processed data from the VML corrected for with post-processed trajectory data should match ground control point elevation of the same flat surface within ±0.2 foot.

Sidescan Sonar In real-time by observing the quality of the data on the monitor used with the digital acquisition system. The digital data will also be reviewed at the end of each survey day, along with the navigation, to verify the data quality and assure that the requirements for coverage and <3ft positioning error in adjacent post-processed survey lines have been met.

The sidescan sonar is factory calibrated and will need minimal field calibrations or adjustments. Different chirp pulses will be tried, and the one with best results will be used. Sonar power output can be adjusted as well.

Subbottom Profiler In real-time by observing the quality of the data. The digital data will be reviewed at the end of each survey day, along with the navigation, to verify the best data quality and subsurface penetration has been achieved.

The subbottom sonar is factory calibrated and will need minimal field calibrations or adjustments. Different chirp pulses will be tried, and the one with best results will be used. Sonar power output can be adjusted as well.




Magnetometer A test will be conducted prior to the start of the magnetometer survey and following any changes to the sensor or the use of a different vessel to be sure the layback distance is adequate to exclude any magnetic affect (i.e. the introduction of “noise”) from the survey vessel.

In real-time by observing the quality of the data profiles displayed on the computer LCD.

Quality readings will be monitored (signal strength and measurement duration) to confirm system is operating correctly.

The objective of the magnetometer survey is for detection of debris or high-frequency anomalies produced by linear utility features; it is not to look at absolute or wide-area geological magnetism. A land-based, stationary reference magnetometer will not be set up to correct for diurnal magnetic variations.

Aerial LiDAR LiDAR data are collected in overlapping swaths flown in opposing directions to ensure a robust data set for instrument calibration in the post-processing phase.

The accuracy of the calibrated LiDAR is verified by comparison to surveyed ground points collected in wide distribution across the project area.

The post-processing phase compares the fit of overlapping flight lines to one another and adjusts the instrument parameters on a project by project basis to minimize any offset.

A report is issued confirming the fit of the LiDAR ground class to the surveyed control approximately 0.4 foot vertically and 0.6 foot horizontally.

Vertical Aerial Photography (Photogrammetry)

Digital photography is collected with integrated GPS/IMU collection. Aero-triangulation confirms and closes the airborne solution by tying to surveyed ground points either targeted or photo-identified.

A report of aero-triangulation results produces statistics for the GPS/IMU parameters, the conjugate image residuals, and the ground control residuals.

Vertical Aerial Photography (Orthoimagery)

Stereo compilation is reviewed by an experienced editor who checks for completeness and adds street names and surface notes.

Conversion to National Computer-Aided Design Standards is completed using a script that highlights any inappropriate content for further scrutiny.



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12ii Sediment Core Collection

Data Type Measurement

Performance Criteria Comments

Acceptability of Sediment Core

80% recovery If the initial sediment core does not obtain at least 80% recovery, two additional attempts will be made using the equipment and methods determined most appropriate by the Field Manager or designee in the field. If, after three attempts, 80% recovery is not achieved, the sediment core with the highest percent recovery will be retained.



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12jj Benthic Community Species Count/ID

Data Type QC Procedure

Replicate Four replicates will be collected per each grid square

Sorting Quality Check Every sample; ensures at least 90% efficiency on organism retrieval from sediments/debris

Quantitative Sub-sampling Conducted when encounter number of organisms sufficiently large (>300)

Second Identification 10% of samples reviewed by a second taxonomist; results compared for taxonomic accuracy to ensure 95% similarity; if disagreement, additional QC identification performed; if continued disagreement or gross disagreement, all samples in batch re-enumerated

Synoptic Reference Collection At least one, and preferably three to five, specimens of each taxon encountered during the Project; checked by second taxonomist for accuracy



Worksheet #12: Measurement Performance Criteria - #12kk Utility Survey


Positioning At the beginning and end of the survey and daily each day that data are collected, the real-time kinematic (RTK) Global Positioning System (GPS) rover will be set up one or more monuments in the control network and the measured position compared to the published coordinates. This verifies that the RTK GPS base station and rover are setup and operating properly. The position reported by a GPS rover mounted on the survey vessel is checked to match the position reported by the inertial navigation system on the vessel, after correcting for antenna, sensor and angular offsets.

Rover GPS check-in on survey control and rover correlation to vessel positioning systems must be within 0.1 foot horizontally and 0.2 foot vertically for vessel RTK level positioning.

Positioning Usage of ultra-short baseline acoustic tracking system as method for towfish positioning.

Surface vessel positioning accuracy of + 0.5% of slant range.

Positioning Use cable counter to measure cable out and compute layback position.

Approximately 3 feet after post-processing data.

Utility locate system (RD8000 or similar)

In real-time by observing the quality of the data. The digital data will also be reviewed at the end of each survey day, along with the navigation, to verify the best data quality has been achieved.

The system is factory calibrated and will need minimal field calibrations or adjustments.

RD8000: sensitivity of 5uA at 1 meter (33 kHz); depth measurement precision of ±3%1; locate accuracy of ±5% of depth.

Utility locate system (Dual Spar system, Orion system, or similar)

In real-time by observing the quality of the data. The digital data will also be reviewed at the end of each survey day, along with the navigation, to verify the best data quality, including magnetic field sensitivity/strength and depth/offset accuracy, has been achieved.

The system is factory calibrated and will need minimal field calibrations or adjustments.

Dual Spar: receiver sensitivity of 5mA (50/60 Hz); 500 uA (491/512/640 Hz); and 25 uA (8192/8440/9820 Hz); geospatial position accuracy up to 33ft (10m) with 5% of radial distance to targeted utility or Sonde; current measurement accuracy up to 33ft (10m) with 5% of actual current.

Orion: AC magnetic field sensitivity (noise floor) of 1 mA/m @ 100 Hz; minimum detectable AC magnetic field strength for target positioning of 10 mA/m @ 100 Hz; maximum radial distance to utility of 10 m (1.5 m sensor spacing); depth accuracy (1σ) of 0.05m + 5% of radial distance to target; offset accuracy (1σ) of 0.05m + 5% of radial distance to target.

1 Based on volumetric testing at a known fixed depth. True depth accuracy depends on factors such as ground composition, utility characteristics and the locate frequency / signal strength employed.




Mighty Probe Replicate measurement of depth of cover and position. Probe will be used to make contact with utility at three locations: the first will be in the location with the line was detected by the locate system and the second and third will be obtained on either side of the first, parallel to or along the length.



Worksheet #13: Secondary Data Uses and Limitations

Previous investigations have been conducted throughout the Site and along the Passaic River. The following table provides various studies that were reviewed as part of the Project scoping. An assessment of the usability (or lack thereof) of the data from these studies was performed as part of the development of individual elements of the OU 2 investigation, and a discussion summarizing the use of the data is provided in each of the individual field element work plans (as noted in the table below). Factors affecting the reliability of the data and the limitations on data usage include timing, location, SOPs, instrumentation, and analytical methodologies, detection limits and qualifiers. Data deemed appropriate will be incorporated into the OU 2 RD activities, and a description of the data and the rationale for their usage will be included in the applicable deliverable(s).

Type of Investigation Year(s)

Conducted Name of Study / Report

Operational Company / Entity

Regulatory Agency

Study Extent

Bathymetry and Geophysical Surveys

Nov-1989 November 1989 Topo-Metrics, Inc. for USACE

Topo-Metrics, Inc. USACE RM 0.5 to RM 14.98


Mar-1995 March/April 1995 Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI

TSI EPA RM 0.87 to RM 6.97


Nov-1996 November 1996 Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI



Apr-1997 April 1997 Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI



Jun-1999 June 1999 Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI



Aug-2001 August 2001 Ocean Surveys, Inc. for TSI



Jul-2002 July 2002 TVGA Consultants for USACE

TVGA Consultants

USACE RM 0.44 to RM 8.01


Nov-2004 November 2004 Rogers Surveying, Inc. for USACE

Rogers Surveying, Inc. USACE RM 0.54 to RM 17.42


2005 Aqua Survey Inc. Geophysical and Side Scan Sonar Survey

Aqua Survey Inc. NJDOT/OMR & USACE

RM 0 to RM 17


Sep-2007 CPG - Multi-Beam (MB) and Single-Beam (SB) Bathymetry

CPG EPA RM 0.50 to RM 14.45 (MB) RM 0.5 to RM 8.21 and RM 14.38 to RM 16.54 (SB)






Regulatory Agency

Study Extent


Nov-2008 CPG - Multi-Beam and Single-Beam Bathymetry

CPG EPA RM 0.5 to RM 14.26


Jun-2010 CPG - Multi-Beam Bathymetry CPG EPA RM 0.5 to RM 14.27


Oct-2011 CPG - Bathymetric Survey of Lower 14 Miles of the Passaic River After Hurricane Irene

CPG EPA RM 0.5 to RM 14.27


2012 CPG - Bathymetric Survey CPG EPA RM 0.5 to RM 14.27


2012-2013 2012-2013 Newark Bay Bathymetry Data 2x2 Multibeam NGVD29

TSI EPA Newark Bay


2012-2013 Newark Bay Bathymetry 2012-2013 XYZ2x2 Single Beam NGVD29

TSI EPA Newark Bay

Sediment 1981-2014 1981-2014 RPI (Bopp) Sediment and Suspended Matter

Unknown Unknown Unknown

Sediment 1986 Dioxin Sediment Investigation IT Corporation on behalf of Diamond Shamrock Chemicals Company

Unknown 16.5 miles of river

Sediment 1990 1990 Surficial Sediment Investigation


Sediment 1991-1993 1991-1993 Core Sediment Investigations; TSI PRSA v4 (1991, 1992, March-1993 & July-1993)

Tierra Solutions, Inc. (TSI)

EPA 6-mile Passaic River Study Area

Sediment 1993 1993 USEPA Surficial Sediment Program; TSI PRSA v4

TSI EPA 6-mile Passaic River Study Area

Sediment 1994 1994 Surficial Sediment Investigation, TSI PRSA v4







Regulatory Agency

Study Extent

Sediment 1995 1995 Remedial Investigation Sampling Program USEPA; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 1995 1995 Sediment Grab Sampling Program; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 1995 1995 USACE Minish Park Investigation; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 1995-1996 1995-96 Passaic Study RI_FS Sed Mobility EPA; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 1997 1997 Outfall Sampling Program; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 1998 1998 Sediment Quality of the NY/NJ Harbor System; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 1999 1999 Sediment Sampling Program; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 1999-2000 1999-2000 Minish Park Monitoring Program; TSI PRSA v4


Sediment 2000-2002 NY-NJ Harbor Contaminant Assessment and Reduction Project (CARP)

NY/NJ Harbor Estuary Program

NYSDEC/ NJDEP

Unknown

Sediment 2004 2004 EarthTech SED Coring Pilot Project


Sediment 2005 2005 Sedflume Testing USACE EPA RM 0 to RM 15

Sediment 2005 2005 Gust Microcosm Testing Chesapeake Biogeochemical Associates

EPA RM 0 to RM 15

Sediment 2005 2005 NJDOT Geophysical Study NJDEP NJDEP Unknown

Sediment 2005 2005 USEPA High Resolution Sediment Coring

Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. EPA RM 0 to RM 15






Regulatory Agency

Study Extent

Sediment 2005 Polytechnic Institute and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Upper Passaic High Resolution Sediment Cores

Polytechnic Institute and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory

Polytechnic Institute and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory

Upper Passaic, above Dundee Dam

Sediment 2005 2005 USEPA-MPI WATER COLUMN ABOVE RM 8.5

Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. EPA Above RM 8.5

Sediment 2009 Sediment Chemical and Physical Characterization of the Phase I Removal Area

TSI EPA Phase I Removal Area (approximately RM 3.5)

Sediment 2015 Data Report on Sediment Assessment Plan – Phase II Removal Action

TSI EPA Phase II Removal Area (approximately RM 3.0 to RM 3.8)

Sediment 2005 TSI Newark Bay Study Phase I TSI EPA Newark Bay

Sediment 2006 2006 USEPA Low Resolution Sediment Coring


Sediment 2007 2007 USEPA Upper Passaic High Resolution Sediment Coring

Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. EPA Upper Passaic

Sediment 2007 TSI Newark Bay Study Phase II TSI EPA Newark Bay

Sediment 2007-2008 2007-2008 USEPA Supplemental Sediment Programs


Sediment 2008 2008 Sedflume Consolidation Testing

USACE EPA RM 2.2

Sediment 2008 2008 CPG Low Resolution Sediment Coring

CPG EPA RM 0 to RM 17

Sediment 2009 2009 CPG Benthic and Surface Sediment Program


Sediment 2010 2009-2010 CPG Benthic and Surface Sediment Program







Regulatory Agency

Study Extent

Sediment 2012 2012 CPG Low Resolution Supplemental Sampling Program


Sediment 2012 2012 Benthic Sediment Above Dundee Dam


Sediment 2013 2013 CPG Low Resolution Second Supplemental Sampling Program


Sediment 2013 2013 EPA-DESA Post Hurricane Sandy Grab Sampling

USEPA EPA Various Water Bodies

Sediment 2015 2015 Newark Bay Sample a Rutkowski Park

LBG EPA Newark Bay

Hydrodynamics Aug - Oct 2004 August to October 2004 Rutgers University Survey First Deployment

Rutgers University NJDOT RM 0 to RM 6

Hydrodynamics Nov 2004 to Sep 2005

November 2004 to September 2005 Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. Survey

Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. EPA Upper 11 miles of Passaic

Hydrodynamics Nov 2004 to Jan 2005

November 2004 to January 2005 Rutgers University Survey Second Deployment


Hydrodynamics Jul - Sep 2005 July to September 2005 Rutgers University Survey Third Deployment


Water Column 2005 2005 Large Volume Water Column Sampling Study

Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. EPA Passaic River

Water Column 2005 2005 Small Volume Water Column Sampling Study


Water Column 2005 2005 Semi-Permeable Membrane Device Study


Water Column 2005 2005 USEPA High-Flow Water Column Suspended Solids Sampling







Regulatory Agency

Study Extent

Water Column 2005 NJDOT Environmental Dredging Pilot Study

TAMS/EarthTech & Malcolm Pirnie

NJDOT/OMR & USACE

Between RM 2.6 and RM 3

Hydrodynamics 2005 NJDOT Environmental Dredging Pilot Study

TAMS/EarthTech & Malcolm Pirnie

NJDOT/OMR & USACE

Between RM 2.6 and RM 3

Water Column 2007-2008 2007-2008 USEPA Supplemental Sediment Programs (water column data)


Hydrodynamics 2008-2009 Rutgers University and University of Delaware ADCP Study

Rutgers University and University of Delaware

Rutgers University Arthur Kill, Kill van Kull, Newark Bay, Passaic River and Hudson River near Newark Bay

Hydrodynamics 2009 TSI ADCP Moorings Study TSI EPA RM s 2.1, 3.2 and 4.1

Water Column 2009-2010 2009-2010 CPG Physical Water Column Monitoring

CPG EPA Passaic River

Hydrodynamics 2010 CPG Physical Water Column Monitoring Program

CPG EPA RMs 1.4, 4.2, 6.7, 10.2 and 13.5

Hydrodynamics 2010 CPG Physical Water Column Monitoring Program

CPG EPA RMs 1.4, 4.2, 6.7, 10.2 and 13.5

Water Column 2011-2012 CPG RI Water Column Monitoring/Small Volume Chemical Data Collection

CPG EPA Passaic, Newark Bay, Second River, Third River, Saddle River, Hackensack River, Arthur Kill and Kill van Kull

Hydrodynamics 2012 2012 Newark Bay SedFlume Attenberg Limits

LBG EPA Newark Bay

Water Column 2012 CPG High-Flow Water Column Suspended Solids Sampling

CPG EPA Passaic River

Hydrodynamics 2012-2013 2012-2013 Newark Bay Water Level Data NGD29

TSI EPA Newark Bay






Regulatory Agency

Study Extent

Ecological 1999 1999 Late Summer/Early Fall Environmental Sampling Program

TSI EPA RM 1 to RM 7

Ecological 2000 2000 Spring Environmental Sampling Program


Ecological 2001 2001 Supplemental Biota Sampling


Ecological 2005 2005 Sediment Profile Imaging Survey of Sediment and Benthic Habitat Characteristics of the Lower Passaic River

Aqua Surveys, Inc. EPA RM 0 to RM 17

Ecological 2005 2005 Taxonomic Identification of Benthic Invertebrates

Aqua Surveys, Inc. NJDOT/OMR & USACE

RM 0 to RM 17

Ecological 2009-2010 2009-2010 CPG Benthic and Surface Sediment Program


Ecological 2009-2010 2009-2010 Fish Community and Tissue Collection Surveys


Ecological 2010 2010 CPG Tissue Sampling Data CPG EPA RM 0 to RM 17

Ecological 2010 2010 CPG Habitat Identification Survey


Ecological 2010 2010 CPG Summer/Fall Avian Community Survey


Sediment 2011 2011 CPG River Mile 10.9 Sediment Design Study Data

CPG EPA RM 10.9



Worksheets #14 & #16: Project Tasks and Schedule

The RD has been divided into definable features of work and the tasks required to complete each definable feature of work have likewise been identified. The schedule for these activities is dynamic, and due to the sequential nature of many of the supporting activities, with data generated by initial investigation activities informing and guiding subsequent investigation activities, the deliverable schedule is presented relative to predecessor activities, with specific AOC and/or EPA-specified deadlines also provided in blue font where applicable. Tasks that are being managed by the EPA (e.g., establishment of performance standards, etc.) are not identified in this worksheet. In addition, the following table does not include frequent, periodic meetings between EPA and GSH that will be convened to discuss the status of ongoing investigation and design efforts, upcoming activities, and deliverable status in order to facilitate completion of the RD. Copies of the current schedules for the PDI and site-wide monitoring activities are provided at the end of this worksheet.

To monitor and control Project progress, a working Project schedule (MS Project format with a logic hierarchy) will be maintained that will include activities to support Project execution and compliance with completing the required SOW. This “Working Project Schedule” will be updated for actual starts and finishes (e.g., review/comment of deliverables). The updated MS Project schedule will be provided to the EPA with the Quarterly Progress Reports, or as requested.

Activity Responsible

Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of Project

Management Plan

Tetra Tech /

GSH

October 2016 February 2017 Project

Management

Plan (PMP)

Draft to EPA:

≤90 days after EPA authorization

regarding Supervising Contractor

(submitted December 20, 2016)

Final to EPA:

February 27, 2017

Preparation of

Remedial Design Work

Plan

Tetra Tech /

GSH

November 2016 March 2017 RDWP Draft to EPA:



(submitted January 13, 2017)

Final to EPA:

≤30 days after receipt of EPA

comments

March 22, 2017; EPA approval

letter received on March 23, 2017




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of

Emergency Response

Plan

Tetra Tech /

GSH

November 2016 March 2017 Emergency

Response Plan

(ERP)

(Appendix A to

RDWP)

Draft to EPA:




Final to EPA:

≤30 days after receipt of EPA

comments

March 22, 2017; EPA approval

letter received on March 23, 2017

Preparation of Uniform

Federal Policy–Quality

Assurance Project Plan

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 March 2018 UFP-QAPP Draft to EPA:

≤60 days after EPA approval of

RDWP Revision 0 submitted April

7, 2017; Revision 1 submitted June

8, 2017; Revision 2 submitted

August 18, 2017; Revision 3

submitted September 22, 2017;

Revision 4 submitted September

29, 2017; Revision 5 submitted

October 13, 2017; Revision 6

submitted December 15, 2017;

Revision 7 submitted January 26,

2018; Revision 8 submitted

February 9, 2018; Revision 9

submitted March 22, 2018

Final to EPA:

March 2018

Preparation of Health

and Safety Plan

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 December 2017 HASP Draft to EPA:


RDWP Revision 0 (submitted April

7, 2017); Revision 1 (October

2017)

Final to EPA:

December 2017




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of Pre-

Design Investigation

Work Plan

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 February 2018 PDI WP Draft to EPA:


RDWP Revision 0 (submitted May

22, 2017); Revision 1 (submitted

October 13, 2017); Revision 2

(submitted December 15, 2017);

Revision 3 (submitted January 26,

2018)

Final to EPA:

February 2018

Preparation of Geophysical,

Bathymetric, Shoreline,

and Debris Survey

Work Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix A) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 June 2017 Geophysical,

Bathymetric,

Shoreline, and

Debris Survey

Work Plan

(GBSD WP)

Draft to EPA:

April 7, 2017

Final to EPA:

June 2017

(approved by EPA June 26, 2017)

Preparation of Utility

Work Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix B) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

July 2017 February 2018 Utility WP Draft to EPA:

October 2017; Revision 1

(December 8, 2017); Revision 2


Final to EPA:

February 2018




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of Sediment Core

Collection and

Chemical Analysis

Work Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix C-1) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 September 2017 Sediment Core

Collection and

Chemical

Analysis WP

Draft to EPA:

May 22, 2017; Revised August 18,

2017

Final to EPA:

September 2017

(approved by EPA September 29,

2017)

Preparation of Sediment Geotechnical

Characterization Work

Plan

[Subsidiary Plan


WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 September 2017 Sediment

Geotechnical

Characterization

WP

Draft to EPA:


2017

Final to EPA:

September 2017


2017)

Preparation of Waste

Characterization Work

Plan

[Subsidiary Plan


WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 September 2017 Waste

Characterization

WP

Draft to EPA:


2017

Final to EPA:

September 2017


2017)

Preparation of Pore-

water Sampling Work

Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix D) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 February 2018 Pore-water

Sampling WP

Draft to EPA:

May 22, 2017; Revised October

13, 2017; Revised December 15,

2017

Final to EPA:

February 2018




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of

Addendum to

Pore-water Sampling

Work Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix D) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

Spring 2018 Summer 2018 Pore-water

Sampling WP

Addendum

Draft to EPA:

TBD

Final to EPA:

TBD

Preparation of Water

Column Sampling Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix E) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 February 2018 Baseline/

Performance

Standard Water

Column Sampling

WP

Draft to EPA:



2017; Revised February 9, 2018

Final to EPA:

February 2018

Preparation of Dredge

Elutriate Testing Work

Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix F) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 September 2017 Dredge Elutriate

WP

Draft to EPA:


2017

Final to EPA:

September 2017


2017)

Preparation of Work

Plan for Bulkhead and

Shoreline Evaluation

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix G) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech /

GSH

January 2017 September 2017 Bulkhead and

Shoreline

Evaluation WP

Draft to EPA:


2017

Final to EPA:

September 2017


2017)




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of Fish

Study Work Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix H) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech January 2017 February 2018 Fish Study WP Draft to EPA:



2017

Final to EPA:

February 2018

Preparation of Cultural

Resources Survey

Work Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix I) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech January 2017 August 2017 Cultural WP Draft to EPA:


2017

Final to EPA:

August 2017 (approved by EPA

September 29, 2017)

Preparation of Habitat

Survey Work Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix J) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech January 2017 February 2018 Habitat WP Draft to EPA:



2017; Revised January 26, 2018

Final to EPA:

February 2018

Preparation of Borrow

Site Assessment Work

Plan

[Subsidiary Plan

(Appendix K) to PDI

WP]

Tetra Tech July 2017 March 2018 Borrow Site

Assessment Work

Plan (BSA WP)

Draft to EPA:

October 2017; Revised December

15, 2017; Revised March 2018

Final to EPA:

March 2018




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of Borrow

Site Assessment

Sampling and Analysis

Plan

[Subsidiary Plan to

Appendix K]

Tetra Tech September 2018 January 2019 BSA SAP Draft to EPA:

TBD

Final to EPA:

TBD

Preparation of Site

Wide Monitoring Plan

(SWMP)

Tetra Tech January 2017 March 2018 SWMP Draft to EPA:


RDWP (submitted May 22, 2017)

Final to EPA:

December 2017

Preparation of Site

Selection and

Evaluation Work Plan

Tetra Tech March 2017 September 2017 Site Selection and

Evaluation Work

Plan (SSEWP)

Draft to EPA:


RDWP (June 21, 2017; Revised

September 1, 2017)

Final to EPA:

September 2017 (approved by

EPA October 13, 2017)

Preparation of Treatability Studies

Work Plan and

Treatability Studies

UFP-QAPP

Tetra Tech September 2017 May 2018 Treatability

Studies Work

Plan (TSWP);

Treatability

Studies UFP-

QAPP

Draft to EPA:


PDI WP

Final to EPA:

TBD




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

PDI Field Activities -

General

Tetra Tech PDI activities will

be performed per

the schedule

provided in the PDI

WP or associated

subsidiary plan(s)

(as approved or

modified by EPA);

see working

schedule at end of

worksheet

Sediment core/

collection event:

October 2017

PDI activities will

be performed per

the schedule

provided in the PDI

WP or associated

subsidiary plan(s)

(as approved or

modified by EPA);

see working

schedule at end of

worksheet

Sediment core/

collection event:

February 2018

PDI Activity-

specific

Evaluation

Reports, including

data, figures, and

associated

documentation as

outlined in

individual plans

Draft to EPA:

≤1 year and 180 days after EPA

approval of PDI WP

Reports for PDI activities will be

submitted per the schedule

provided in the PDI WP or

associated subsidiary plan(s) (as

approved or modified by EPA); see

working schedule at end of

worksheet

Final to EPA:

TBD


Sample Collection

Tetra Tech see “PDI Field

Activities –

General”

see “PDI Field

Activities –

General”

Laboratory

request form, field

notes, core logs,

field instrument

readings, chains-

of-custody

(C-O-Cs)

Incorporate into Project files:

Daily

Include within PDI Activity-specific

Evaluation Reports:

At completion of activity/event;

see “PDI Field Activities – General”

for more details on report

deliverables


Sample Analyses

Subcontractor

Laboratory(ies)

see “PDI Field

Activities –

General”

No later than (NLT)

30 days after final

sample from

activity/event

submitted to

laboratory

Data Package

Report (.pdf file)

and Electronic

Data Deliverable

(EDD) per

Sample Delivery

Group (SDG)

NLT 30 days after last sample of

each SDG submitted to laboratory




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Site Wide Monitoring

Field Activities -

General

Tetra Tech Monitoring

activities will be

performed per the

schedule provided

in the SWMP or

associated

subsidiary plan(s)

(as approved or

modified by EPA);

see working

schedule at end of

worksheet

Monitoring

activities will be

performed per the

schedule provided

in the SWMP or

associated

subsidiary plan(s)

(as approved or

modified by EPA);

see working

schedule at end of

worksheet

Site Wide

Monitoring

Report(s),

including data,

figures, and

associated

documentation as

outlined in

individual plans

Draft to EPA:

Reports for site wide monitoring

activities will be submitted per the

schedule provided in the SWMP or

associated subsidiary plan(s) (as

approved or modified by EPA)

Final to EPA:

TBD


Field Activities -

Sample Collection

Tetra Tech see “Site Wide

Monitoring Field

Activities –

General”

see “Site Wide

Monitoring Field

Activities –

General”

Laboratory

request form, field

notes, core logs,

field instrument

readings,

C-O-Cs

Incorporate into Project files:

Daily

Include within Site Wide Monitoring

Report(s):

At completion of activity/event;

see “Site Wide Monitoring Field

Activities – General” for more

details on report deliverables


Field Activities -

Sample Analyses

Subcontractor

Laboratory(ies)

see “Site Wide

Monitoring Field

Activities –

General”

NLT 30 days after

final sample from

activity/event

submitted to

laboratory

Data Package

Report (.pdf file)

and EDD per

SDG






Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date


Field Activities -

General

Tetra Tech Activities will be

performed per the

schedule provided

in the TSWP (as

approved or

modified by EPA)

Activities will be

performed per the

schedule provided

in the TSWP (as

approved or

modified by EPA)

Treatability Study

Report, including

data, figures, and

associated

documentation as

outlined in TSWP

Draft to EPA:


TSWP

Report will be submitted per the

schedule provided in the TSWP (as

approved or modified by EPA)

Final to EPA:

TBD


Field Activities -

Sample Collection

Tetra Tech see “Treatability

Studies Field

Activities –

General”

see “Treatability

Studies Field

Activities –

General”

Laboratory

request form, field

notes, core logs,

field instrument

readings,

C-O-Cs

Incorporate into project files:

Daily preferred but no more than

weekly

Include within Treatability Study

Report:

At completion of study;

see “Treatability Studies Field

Activities – General” for more

details on report deliverables


Field Activities -

Sample Analyses

Subcontractor

Laboratory(ies)

see “Treatability

Studies Field

Activities –

General”

NLT 30 days after

final sample from

study submitted to

laboratory

Data Package

Report (.pdf file)

and EDD per

SDG



Data Management GHD In conjunction with

Sample Collection/

Sample Analyses

Activities

TBD

(throughout

Project)

As requested -

data tables,

statistics, figure

inputs (such as

data boxes)

As agreed during request

Data Validation GHD Upon receipt of a

SDG Data

Package

Report/EDD

NLT 60 days after

receipt of the last

SDG Data

Package

Report/EDD for

PDI Activities

Data Validation

Report

NLT 60 days after receipt of last

SDG Data Package Report/EDD

per week




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Data Usability

Assessment

Tetra Tech Upon completion

of each activity,

event, study, etc.

(including data

analyses and

validation) and/or

prior to use of data

in RD

TBD Usability

Assessment

(stand-alone

deliverable or

section with

associated

report/RD)

TBD; NLT 60 days after completion

of each activity, event, study, etc.

(including data analyses and

validation) and/or prior to use of

data in RD

Preparation of Site

Selection and

Evaluation Report

Tetra Tech September 2017 March 2018 SSE Report Draft to EPA:


SSEWP (April 11, 2018)

Final to EPA:

TBD

Hydrodynamic

Modeling

Tetra Tech TBD (upon

completion of PDI

field activities and

data management/

validation/usability

activities)

TBD Modeling report,

figures, data

TBD

Preparation of Preliminary (30%)

RD

Tetra Tech TBD (upon

completion of PDI

field activities, data

management/

validation/usability,

and modeling

activities)

TBD Preliminary

(30%) RD,

including

Transportation

and Off-Site

Disposal Plan

(TODP)

Draft to EPA:

≤90 days after submittal of PDI

Evaluation Report

Final to EPA:

NA (comments to be incorporated

into next RD deliverable)




Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of Intermediate (60%)

RD

Tetra Tech Upon receipt of

EPA’s comments

on Preliminary

(30%) RD

NLT 120 days after

EPA’s comments

on the Preliminary

(30%) RD

Intermediate

(60%) RD

Draft to EPA:

≤120 days after receipt of EPA’s

comments on the Preliminary

(30%) RD

Final to EPA:



Perform Value

Engineering (VE)

Analysis

Tetra Tech TBD NLT 90 days after

submittal of

Intermediate (60%)

RD

VE Analysis

Study Results

Draft to EPA:

≤90 days after submittal of

Intermediate (60%) RD

Final to EPA:



Preparation of Pre-

Final (95%)

RD


EPA’s comments

on Intermediate

(60%) RD and/or

VE Study

NLT 90 days after

EPA’s comments

on Intermediate

(60%) RD and/or

VE Study

Pre-Final (95%)

RD, and

associated plans

including

Construction

Quality

Assurance/Quality

Control Plan

(CQA/QCP),

Operations and

Maintenance

(O&M) Plan, and

Institutional

Controls

Implementation

and Assurance

Plan (ICIAP)

Draft to EPA:

≤90 days after the later of (1)

receipt of EPA’s comments on the

Intermediate (60%) RD or (2)

receipt of EPA’s comments on the

VE Study

Final to EPA:






Party

Planned

Start Date

Planned

Completion Date

Associated

Deliverable(s)

Deliverable

Due Date

Preparation of Final

(100%) RD


EPA’s comments

on Pre-Final (95%)

RD

NLT 60 days after

EPA’s comments

on Pre-Final (95%)

RD

Final (100%) RD,

and associated

plans including

CQA/QCP, O&M

Plan, and ICIAP

Draft to EPA:

NA

Final to EPA:

≤60 days after receipt of EPA’s

comments on the Pre-Final (95%)

RD

Preparation of

Quarterly Progress

Reports

Tetra Tech Throughout Project

duration

Throughout Project

duration

Quarterly

Progress Reports,

including updated

Project schedule

As per the following yearly

schedule:

• April 15th for January through March

• July 15th for April through June

• October 15th for July through September

• January 15th for October through December

ID Task Name Start Finish

1 EPA Approval of RDWP Thu 3/23/17 Thu 3/23/17

2 EPA Approval of GBSD WP Mon 6/26/17 Mon 6/26/17

3 Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline and Debris Survey Sat 7/8/17 Sat 2/10/18

4 GBSD Field Survey Sat 7/8/17 Fri 8/4/17

5 Draft GBSD Report Sat 8/5/17 Mon 10/16/17

6 EPA Review of GBSD Report Tue 10/17/17 Fri 1/26/18

7 Final GBSD Report Sat 1/27/18 Sat 2/10/18

8 EPA Approval of PDI Work Plan (Group 1) Fri 9/29/17 Fri 9/29/17

9 PDI Field Activities (Group 1) Sat 8/19/17 Mon 3/11/19

10 Sediment Chemical Coring Sat 8/19/17 Fri 7/20/18

11 Pre-Field Sediment Coring Planning Activities Sat 8/19/17 Sun 9/24/17

12 Field coordination meeting with EPA Wed 9/13/17 Wed 9/13/17

13 Sediment Coring Mobilization and Site Setup Mon 9/25/17 Sun 10/1/17

14 Sediment Coring Team Calibration Mon 10/2/17 Wed 10/4/17

15 In-Field Kickoff Meeting Thu 10/5/17 Thu 10/5/17

16 Sediment Chemical Coring Mon 10/2/17 Sat 2/3/18

17 Sediment Lab Data Analysis and Validation Mon 10/2/17 Sat 4/21/18

18 Sediment Coring Data Evaluation Sun 4/22/18 Fri 7/20/18

19 Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Concurrent with coring) Mon 10/2/17 Sat 2/3/18

20 Sediment Waste Characterization (Concurrent with coring) Mon 10/2/17 Sat 2/3/18

21 Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling (Concurrent with coring) Mon 10/2/17 Sat 2/3/18

22 Supplemental Sediment Coring (TBD) Tue 5/22/18 Sun 8/19/18

23 Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation Fri 12/8/17 Mon 3/11/19

24 Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation Authorization Fri 12/8/17 Fri 12/8/17

25 Data Collection and Evaluation (Desktop) Mon 12/11/17 Thu 7/19/18

26 Bulkhead and Shoreline Survey (Review) Mon 12/18/17 Sun 1/14/18

27 Bulkhead and Shoreline Field Reconnaissance Mon 3/19/18 Fri 10/12/18

3/23

6/26

9/29

9/13

10/5

12/8

JanFebMarAprMayJun Jul AugSepOctNovDec JanFebMarAprMayJun Jul AugSepOctNovDec JanFebMarAprMayJun Jul AugSepOctNovDec Jan FebMarAprMayJun Jul AugSepOctNov

2017 2018 2019 2020

Task

Milestone

Summary

Progress

Field Task

EPA Activity

EPA Progress

Field Progress

Glenn Springs Holdings, Inc.

Remedial Design - Lower 8.3 Miles of the Lower Passaic River

Schedule for Pre-Design Investigation Activities

Page 1 of 3

PDI ScheduleRevised: January 26, 2018


28 Preliminary Bulkhead and Shoreline Assessment Report Sat 10/13/18 Tue 12/11/18

29 Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation - Phase II (TBD) Wed 12/12/18 Mon 3/11/19

30 Cultural Resources Survey Tue 11/28/17 Fri 8/24/18

31 SHPO Meeting Tue 11/28/17 Tue 11/28/17

32 Cultural Resources Background Research Tue 11/28/17 Sun 1/21/18

33 Stage IA Marine Archaeology Evaluation Tue 11/28/17 Fri 1/26/18

34 Stage IA Underwater Survey Report Sat 1/27/18 Tue 3/27/18

35 Stage IB Marine Archaeology (TBD) Sun 5/27/18 Fri 8/24/18

36 PDI Work Plan Submittals (Group 2 - Fish, Habitat, Utility, Pore water) Fri 12/8/17 Fri 12/8/17

37 PDI Work Plan Submittals (Remainder of Group 2) Fri 12/15/17 Fri 12/15/17

38 EPA Backcheck of PDI Work Plan (Group 2) Fri 12/15/17 Thu 1/11/18

39 PDI Work Plan (Group 2) Revisions Fri 1/12/18 Fri 1/26/18

40 EPA Approval of PDI Work Plan (Group 2) Sat 1/27/18 Mon 2/5/18

41 Borrow Site Assessment SAP Tue 9/18/18 Tue 1/15/19

42 Draft Borrow Site Assessment SAP Tue 9/18/18 Wed 10/17/18

43 EPA Review of Draft Borrow Site Assessment SAP Thu 10/18/18 Fri 11/16/18

44 Final Borrow Site Assessment SAP Sat 11/17/18 Sun 12/16/18

45 EPA Backcheck of Borrow Site Assessment SAP Mon 12/17/18 Tue 1/15/19

46 EPA Approval of Borrow Site Assessment SAP Tue 1/15/19 Tue 1/15/19

47 PDI Field Activities (Group 2) Mon 2/12/18 Thu 6/20/19

48 Pore Water Sampling and Analysis Mon 2/26/18 Sun 4/21/19

49 DTS Survey Mon 2/26/18 Mon 6/25/18

50 Pore Water Work Plan Addendum Tue 6/26/18 Fri 8/24/18

51 Seep Measurements Sat 8/25/18 Tue 10/23/18

52 Pore Water Sampling Wed 10/24/18 Wed 2/20/19

53 Pore Water Sampling Data Evaluation Thu 2/21/19 Sun 4/21/19

54 Water Column Sampling Mon 2/12/18 Thu 6/20/19

11/28

12/8

12/15

1/15


2017 2018 2019 2020

Task

Milestone

Summary

Progress

Field Task

EPA Activity

EPA Progress

Field Progress




Page 2 of 3



55 Water Column Field Reconnaissance Mon 2/12/18 Fri 2/16/18

56 Water Column Sampling (Continuous Array Monitoring) Mon 3/5/18 Fri 2/8/19

57 Water Column Sampling (Monthly Sample Collection and Array Servicing) Calibration Sample Collection March and May 2018

Mon 3/5/18 Fri 2/8/19

70 Water Column Transect Surveys Mon 4/2/18 Sun 12/16/18

74 Water Column Sampling Report Mon 4/22/19 Thu 6/20/19

75 Habitat Survey Wed 2/21/18 Thu 2/14/19

76 Habitat Survey Data Evaluation Wed 2/21/18 Wed 4/11/18

77 Interim Habitat Survey Report Thu 4/12/18 Tue 5/1/18

78 Field Delineation of Shoreline and In-River Habitats Mon 6/11/18 Tue 7/10/18

79 Benthic Community Surveys Wed 7/11/18 Thu 8/9/18

80 Avian Wildlife Surveys Mon 5/7/18 Sun 12/16/18

85 Habitat Survey Report Mon 12/17/18 Thu 2/14/19

86 Focused Utility Survey Mon 4/16/18 Mon 8/13/18

87 Utility Survey Investigation Mon 4/16/18 Sat 7/14/18

88 Utility Survey Report Sun 7/15/18 Mon 8/13/18

89 Fish Study Sat 8/11/18 Wed 2/6/19

90 Anadromous Migratory Finfish Summary Sat 8/11/18 Tue 10/9/18

91 Winter Flounder Habitat Assessment Sat 8/11/18 Tue 10/9/18

92 Essential Fish Habitat Assessment Document Wed 10/10/18 Wed 2/6/19

93 Borrow Site Assessment Mon 9/3/18 Fri 3/1/19

94 Site Selection and Assessment Mon 9/3/18 Fri 3/1/19

95 Borrow Site Assessment Report Wed 1/16/19 Fri 3/1/19


2017 2018 2019 2020

Task

Milestone

Summary

Progress

Field Task

EPA Activity

EPA Progress

Field Progress




Page 3 of 3


ID Task Name Duration Start Finish Predecessors

1 Site Wide Monitoring Plan to EPA 0 days 5/22/17 5/22/17

2 Site Wide Monitoring Plan Review and Approval 160 days 5/22/17 12/29/17 1

3 EPA Review of Draft 120 days 5/22/17 11/3/17

4 GSH Revisions 30 days 11/6/17 12/15/17 3

5 EPA Backcheck and Approval 10 days 12/18/17 12/29/17 4

6 Site Wide Monitoring Baseline Activities 260 days 1/1/19 12/30/19 2

7 Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring 260 days 1/1/19 12/30/19

8 Water Quality Monitoring 260 days 1/1/19 12/30/19

9 Remedy Implementation 1436 days 7/1/21 12/31/26

10 Site Wide Monitoring Post Remediation Activities 4174 days 1/1/27 12/31/42 9

11 Year 0 261 days 1/1/27 12/31/27

12 Bathymetric Survey 261 days 1/1/27 12/31/27



15 Surface Sediment Sampling 261 days 1/1/27 12/31/27

16 Year 1 260 days 1/3/28 12/29/28 11





21 Year 2 261 days 1/1/29 12/31/29 16


23 Year 3 261 days 1/1/30 12/31/30 21


25 Year 4 260 days 1/1/31 12/30/31 23


27 Year 5 260 days 1/1/32 12/29/32 16FS+783 days





32 Year 10 260 days 1/1/37 12/30/37 27FS+1045 days





37 Year 15 260 days 1/2/42 12/31/42 32FS+1045 days





5/222016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 2041 2042 2043

Task Split Milestone Summary Project Summary Progress Field Task EPA Activity



Conceptual Schedule for Site Wide Monitoring Activities - 5/22/17

*Additional bathymetry surveys will be performed after significant storm events. Page 1 of 1

SWMP ScheduleRevised: May 22, 2017



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits – #15a Introduction and Remediation Milestones/Goals for OU 2

The Worksheet #15 tables provide the laboratory-specific reporting and QC limits for the matrices and analytical fractions potentially to be tested during the Project. Information has been consolidated for the laboratories that may be utilized during OU 2 work.

PALs for OU 2 include the following:

The remedial action will need to achieve the interim remediation milestones, remediation goals, and RAOs, as identified in Section 8 of the ROD. There are four contaminants/contaminant classes with sediment remediation goals as follows (summarized from ROD Table 25, bolded numbers):

• Mercury 0.074 milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg)

• Total PCBs 50 micrograms per kilogram (µg/kg)

• Total DDT 0.30 µg/kg

• 2,3,7,8-TCDD 0.0083 µg/kg

Interim remediation milestones also include fish and crab tissue concentrations used during monitoring, to evaluate whether contaminant concentrations in tissue are decreasing as expected (summarized from ROD Table 24, 12 fish/crab meals per year):

• Mercury No quantitative estimate of carcinogenic risk; 1.072 mg/kg [noncancer]

• Total PCBs 18.8, 188 or 1880 µg/kg for 10-6, 10-5 or 10-4 [cancer]; 214 µg/kg [noncancer]

• 2,3,7,8-TCDD 0.00025, 0.0025, or 0.025 µg/kg [cancer]; 0.0075 µg/kg [noncancer]

The ROD also provided, in Table 26, background concentrations for COCs in the river sediments including:

• Dioxin 0.002 µg/kg

• PCBs 460 µg/kg

• DDT 30 µg/kg

• Dieldrin 5 µg/kg

• Copper 63 mg/kg

• Lead 130 mg/kg

• Mercury 0.72 mg/kg

• Low Molecular Weight (LMW) PAHs 7,900 µg/kg

• High Molecular Weight (HMW) PAHs 53,000 µg/kg

The project quantitation limit goal for the above constituents will be a LOD at or below the above remediation

goals/milestones, as applicable to the type of sampling being performed. Project quantitation limit goals for

constituents without OU 2 goals/milestones will be generally-accepted LODs, at levels sufficient to meet

any sampling-specific DQOs for that event. As applicable, these PAL/quantitation limit goals will be detailed

in the event-specific work plan. Where the goals of the sampling event indicate a quantitation goal lower

than the LOD for a constituent, the laboratory will be requested to try to lower the LOD through method

modifications when possible or use another applicable analytical method. Any changes to the methodology

will be communicated as outlined in Worksheet #6.



Water quality criteria will be utilized for comparison to the dredge elutriate tests, and these PALs include the following values:

COC

EPA National Recommended Water Quality Criteria NJ Surface Water Quality Standards

Human Health Aquatic Life Human Health

(µg/L)

Aquatic

(µg/L) Water +

Organism (µg/L)

Organism Only (µg/L)

CMC (µg/L)

CCC (µg/L)

2,3,7,8-TCDD (Dioxin) 5.00E-09 5.10E-09 -- -- 5.00E-09 --

PCBs 6.40E-05 6.40E-05 -- 0.014 6.40E-05 0.014

4,4'-DDT 7.20E-06 7.20E-06 1.1 0.001 2.20E-04 0.001

4,4'-DDD 1.90E-05 1.90E-05 -- -- 3.10E-04 --

4,4'-DDE 3.76E-05 3.76E-05 -- -- 2.20E-04 --

Chlordane 6.80E-06 6.80E-06 2.4 0.0043 1.00E-04 0.004

Dieldrin 1.00E-05 1.00E-05 0.24 0.056 5.20E-05 0.0019

2,2'-oxybis[1-chloro propane]

-- -- -- -- 1400 --

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 300 600 -- -- 1800 --

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 1.5 2.8 -- -- 0.58 --

2,4-Dichlorophenol 10 60 -- -- 77 --

2,4-Dimethylphenol 100 3000 -- -- 380 --

2,4-Dinitrophenol 10 300 -- -- 69 --

2,4-Dinitrotoluene 0.049 1.7 -- -- 0.11 --

2-Chloronaphthalene 800 1000 -- -- 1000 --

2-Chlorophenol 30 800 -- -- 81 --

3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine 0.049 0.15 -- -- 0.021 --

4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol

2 30 -- -- 13 --

4-Chloro-3-methylphenol

500 2000 -- -- -- --

Acenaphthene 70 90 -- -- 670 --

Anthracene 300 400 -- -- 8300 --

Benzo[a]anthracene 0.0012 0.0013 -- -- 0.038 --

Benzo[a]pyrene 0.0012 0.0013 -- -- 0.0038 --

Benzo[b]fluoranthene 0.0012 0.0013 -- -- 0.038 --

Benzo[k]fluoranthene 0.012 0.013 -- -- 0.38 --

Bis(2-chloroethyl)ether 0.03 2.2 -- -- -- --

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

0.32 0.37 -- -- 1.2 --

Butyl benzyl phthalate 0.1 0.1 -- -- 150 --

Chrysene 0.12 0.13 -- -- 3.8 --

Dibenz(a,h)anthracene 0.00012 0.00013 -- -- 0.0038 --

Diethyl phthalate 600 600 -- -- 17000 --

Dimethyl phthalate 2000 2000 -- -- -- --



COC

EPA National Recommended Water Quality Criteria NJ Surface Water Quality Standards

Human Health Aquatic Life Human Health

(µg/L)

Aquatic

(µg/L) Water +

Organism (µg/L)

Organism Only (µg/L)

CMC (µg/L)

CCC (µg/L)

Di-n-butyl phthalate 20 30 -- -- 2000 --

Fluoranthene 20 20 -- -- 130 --

Fluorene 50 70 -- -- 1100 --

Hexachlorobenzene 0.000079 0.000079 -- -- 0.00028 --

Hexachlorobutadiene 0.01 0.01 -- -- 0.44 --

Hexachlorocyclo pentadiene

4 4 -- -- 40 --

Hexachloroethane 0.1 0.1 -- -- 1.4 --

Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene 0.0012 0.0013 -- -- 0.038 --

Isophorone 34 1800 -- -- 35 --

Nitrobenzene -- -- -- -- 17 --

N-Nitrosodi-n-propylamine

0.005 0.51 -- -- 0.005 --

N-Nitrosodiphenylamine 3.3 6 -- -- 3.3 --

Pentachlorophenol 0.03 0.04 -- -- 0.27 7.9

Phenol 4000 300000 -- -- 10000 --

Pyrene 20 30 -- -- 830 --

Antimony 5.6 640 -- -- 5.6 --

Arsenic 0.018 0.14 340 150 0.017 36

Beryllium 4 4 -- -- 6 --

Cadmium 5 5 2 0.25 3.4 8.8

Chromium (III) 100 100 570 74 92 *

Copper 1300 -- To be calculated by Biotic

Ligand Model 1300 5.6**

Lead -- -- 65 2.5 5 5.4

Mercury -- 1.4 0.77 0.05 0.77

Nickel 610 4600 470 52 500 Minimum of

* or 22

Selenium 170 4200 -- 5 170 5

Silver -- -- 3.2 -- 170 Minimum of

* or 1.9

Thallium 0.24 0.47 -- -- 0.24 --

Zinc 7400 26000 120 120 7400 Minimum of

* or 81



Notes: CMC - Criterion Maximum Concentration CCC - Criterion Continuous Concentration EPA National Recommended Water Quality Criteria from Current Water Quality Criteria Tables. https://www.epa.gov/wqc (EPA, 2015). NJ Surface Water Quality Standards from Surface Water Quality Standards. N. J. A. C. 7:9B. (NJDEP, 2011). Values provided for NJ Surface Water Quality Standards are the most stringent of fresh water or saline values. * Expressed as a function of water hardness calculated as per equation in 7:9B-1.14(f)3. ** As per 7:9B-1.14(g), saline portions of the Passaic River have site-specific surface water criteria which supersede the State-wide criteria listed in 7:9B-1.14(f)7.

The project quantitation limit goal for the above constituents will be a LOD at or below the water quality

criteria values. Project quantitation limit goals for constituents without a criterion will be generally-accepted

LODs, at levels sufficient to meet any sampling-specific DQOs (refer to the Dredging Elutriate Test and

Column Settling Test Work Plan; Appendix F to PDI WP). Where the goals of the sampling event indicate

a quantitation goal lower than the LOD for a constituent, the laboratory will be requested to try to lower the

LOD through method modifications when possible or use another applicable analytical method. Any

changes to the methodology will be communicated as outlined in Worksheet #6.

https://www.epa.gov/wqc



The following are the regulatory levels for waste classification based on the toxicity characteristic and were

derived from 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 261. These values will be compared to the

applicable analytical results to determine appropriate disposal of dredged material. Note that determination

of reactivity will be in accordance with 40 CFR 261.23.

These values include the following:

• Ignitability (flash point) <60C

(140 degrees Fahrenheit [F])

• Corrosivity pH ≤ 2 or ≥ 12.5

• 1,1-Dichloroethene 0.7 mg/L

• 1,2-Dichloroethane 0.5 mg/L

• 1,4-Dichlorobenzene 7.5 mg/L

• 2,4,5-TP (Silvex) 1.0 mg/L

• 2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 400 mg/L

• 2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 2.0 mg/L

• 2,4-D 10 mg/L

• 2,4-Dinitrotoluene 0.13 mg/L

• 2-Butanone 200 mg/L

• Arsenic (As) 5.0 mg/L

• Barium (Ba) 100 mg/L

• Benzene 0.5 mg/L

• Cadmium (Cd) 1.0 mg/L

• Carbon Tetrachloride 0.5 mg/L

• Chlordane 0.03 mg/L

• Chlorobenzene 100 mg/L

• Chloroform 6.0 mg/L

• Chromium (Cr) 5.0 mg/L

• Cresol 200 mg/L

• Endrin 0.02 mg/L

• Heptachlor 0.008 mg/L

(and its epoxide)

• Hexachlorobenzene 0.13 mg/L

• Hexachlorobutadiene 0.5 mg/L

• Hexachloroethane 3.0 mg/L

• Lead (Pb) 5.0 mg/L

• Lindane 0.4 mg/L

• m-Cresol 200 mg/L

• Mercury (Hg) 0.2 mg/L

• Methoxychlor 10 mg/L

• Nitrobenzene 2.0 mg/L

• o-Cresol 200 mg/L

• p-Cresol 200 mg/L

• Pentachlorophenol 100 mg/L

• Pyridine 5.0 mg/L

• Selenium (Se) 1.0 mg/L

• Silver (Ag) 5.0 mg/L

• Tetrachloroethene 0.7 mg/L

• Toxaphene 0.5 mg/L

• Trichloroethene 0.5 mg/L

• Vinyl Chloride 0.2 mg/L

The project quantitation limit goal when sampling is performed to determine appropriate disposal will be a

LOD at or below the above 40 CFR Section 261 concentrations. Where the goals of the sampling event

indicate a quantitation goal lower than the LOD for a constituent, the laboratory will be requested to try to

lower the LOD through method modifications when possible or use another applicable analytical method.

Any changes to the methodology will be communicated as outlined in Worksheet #6.



The following are the Universal Treatment Standards (UTS). These values will be compared to the

applicable analytical results for the waste characterization to determine if sediment requires treatment prior

to disposal. Except for metals and cyanides, the nonwastewater treatment standards expressed as a

concentration were established, inpart, based upon incineration in units operated in accordance with the

technical requirements of 40 CFR part 264, subpart O or 40 CFR part 265 , subpart O, or based upon

combustion in fuel substitution units operating in accordance with applicable technical requirements. A

facility may comply with these treatment standards according to provisions in 40 CFR 268.40(d). All

concentration standards for nonwastewaters are based on analysis of grab samples.

UTS values include the following:

Constituent Wastewater UTS

(mg/L)

Non-Wastewater UTS

(mg/kg unless noted

as mg/L TCLP)

Acenaphthylene 0.059 3.4

Acenaphthene 0.059 3.4

Acetone 0.28 160

Acetonitrile 5.6 38

Acetophenone 0.01 9.7

2-Acetylaminofluorene 0.059 140

Acrolein 0.29 NA

Acrylamide 19 23

Acrylonitrile 0.24 84

Aldrin 0.021 0.066

4-Aminobiphenyl 0.13 NA

Aniline 0.81 14

o-Anisidine (2-methoxyaniline) 0.01 0.66

Anthracene 0.059 3.4

Aramite 0.36 NA

alpha-BHC 0.00014 0.066

beta-BHC 0.00014 0.066

delta-BHC 0.023 0.066

gamma-BHC 0.0017 0.066

Benzene 0.14 10

Benz(a)anthracene 0.059 3.4

Benzal chloride 0.055 6

Benzo(b)fluoranthene 0.11 6.8

Benzo(k)fluoranthene 0.11 6.8

Benzo(g,h,i)perylene 0.0055 1.8

Benzo(a)pyrene 0.061 3.4

Bromodichloromethane 0.35 15

Bromomethane/Methyl bromide 0.11 15

4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether 0.055 15

n-Butyl alcohol 5.6 2.6

Butyl benzyl phthalate 0.017 28

2-sec-Butyl-4,6-dinitrophenol/Dinoseb 0.066 2.5

Carbon disulfide 3.8 4.8 mg/l TCLP

Carbon tetrachloride 0.057 6

Chlordane (alpha and gamma isomers) 0.0033 0.26

p-Chloroaniline 0.46 16




(mg/L)

Non-Wastewater UTS

(mg/kg unless noted as mg/L TCLP)

Chlorobenzene 0.057 6

Chlorobenzilate 0.1 NA

2-Chloro-1,3-butadiene 0.057 0.28

Chlorodibromomethane 0.057 15

Chloroethane 0.27 6

bis(2-Chloroethoxy)methane 0.036 7.2

bis(2-Chloroethyl)ether 0.033 6

Chloroform 0.046 6

bis(2-Chloroisopropyl)ether 0.055 7.2

p-Chloro-m-cresol 0.018 14

2-Chloroethyl vinyl ether 0.062 NA

Chloromethane/Methyl chloride 0.19 30

2-Chloronaphthalene 0.055 5.6

2-Chloropchenol 0.044 5.7

3-Chloropropylene 0.036 30

Chrysene 0.059 3.4

p-Cresidine 0.01 0.66

o-Cresol 0.11 5.6

m-Cresol 0.77 5.6

p-Cresol 0.77 5.6

Cyclohexanone 0.36 0.75 mg/l TCLP

o,p′-DDD 0.023 0.087

p,p′-DDD 0.023 0.087

o,p′-DDE 0.031 0.087

p,p′-DDE 0.031 0.087

o,p′-DDT 0.0039 0.087

p,p′-DDT 0.0039 0.087

Dibenz(a,h)anthracene 0.055 8.2

Dibenz(a,e)pyrene 0.061 NA

1,2-Dibromo-3-chloropropane 0.11 15

1,2-Dibromoethane/Ethylene dibromide 0.028 15

Dibromomethane 0.11 15

m-Dichlorobenzene 0.036 6

o-Dichlorobenzene 0.088 6

p-Dichlorobenzene 0.09 6

Dichlorodifluoromethane 0.23 7.2

1,1-Dichloroethane 0.059 6

1,2-Dichloroethane 0.21 6

1,1-Dichloroethylene 0.025 6

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene 0.054 30

2,4-Dichlorophenol 0.044 14

2,6-Dichlorophenol 0.044 14

2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid/2,4-D 0.72 10

1,2-Dichloropropane 0.85 18

cis-1,3-Dichloropropylene 0.036 18

trans-1,3-Dichloropropylene 0.036 18




(mg/L)

Non-Wastewater UTS


Dieldrin 0.017 0.13

Diethyl phthalate 0.2 28

p-Dimethylaminoazobenzene 0.13 NA

2,4-Dimethylaniline (2,4-xylidine) 0.01 0.66

2,4-Dimethyl phenol 0.036 14

Dimethyl phthalate 0.047 28

Di-n-butyl phthalate 0.057 28

1,4-Dinitrobenzene 0.32 2.3

4,6-Dinitro-o-cresol 0.28 160

2,4-Dinitrophenol 0.12 160

2,4-Dinitrotoluene 0.32 140

2,6-Dinitrotoluene 0.55 28

Di-n-octyl phthalate 0.017 28

Di-n-propylnitrosamine 0.4 14

1,4-Dioxane 12 170

Diphenylamine 0.92 13

Diphenylnitrosamine 0.92 13

1,2-Diphenylhydrazine 0.087 NA

Disulfoton 0.017 6.2

Endosulfan I 0.023 0.066

Endosulfan II 0.029 0.13

Endosulfan sulfate 0.029 0.13

Endrin 0.0028 0.13

Endrin aldehyde 0.025 0.13

Ethyl acetate 0.34 33

Ethyl benzene 0.057 10

Ethyl cyanide/Propanenitrile 0.24 360

Ethyl ether 0.12 160

bis(2-Ethylhexyl)phthalate 0.28 28

Ethyl methacrylate 0.14 160

Ethylene oxide 0.12 NA

Famphur 0.017 15

Fluoranthene 0.068 3.4

Fluorene 0.059 3.4

Heptachlor 0.0012 0.066

1,2,3,4,6,7,8-Heptachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (1,2,3,4,6,7,8-HpCDD)

0.000035 0.0025

1,2,3,4,6,7,8-Heptachlorodibenzofluran (1,2,3,4,6,7,8-HpCDF)

0.000035 0.0025

1,2,3,4,7,8,9-Heptachlorodibenzofluran (1,2,3,4,7,8,9-HpCDF)

0.000035 0.0025

Heptachlor epoxide 0.016 0.066

Hexachlorobenzene 0.055 10

Hexachlorobutadiene 0.055 5.6

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene 0.057 2.4

HxCDDs (All Hexachlorodibenzo-p-dioxins) 0.000063 0.001

HxCDFs (All Hexachlorodibenzofurans) 0.000063 0.001




(mg/L)

Non-Wastewater UTS


Hexachloroethane 0.055 30

Hexachloropropylene 0.035 30

Indeno(1,2,3-c,d) pyrene 0.0055 3.4

Iodomethane 0.19 65

Isobutyl alcohol 5.6 170

Isodrin 0.021 0.066

Isosafrole 0.081 2.6

Kepone 0.0011 0.13

Methacrylonitrile 0.24 84

Methanol 5.6 0.75 mg/l TCLP

Methapyrilene 0.081 1.5

Methoxychlor 0.25 0.18

3-Methylcholanthrene 0.0055 15

4,4-Methylene bis(2-chloroaniline) 0.5 30

Methylene chloride 0.089 30

Methyl ethyl ketone 0.28 36

Methyl isobutyl ketone 0.14 33

Methyl methacrylate 0.14 160

Methyl methanesulfonate 0.018 NA

Methyl parathion 0.014 4.6

Naphthalene 0.059 5.6

2-Naphthylamine 0.52 NA

o-Nitroaniline 0.27 14

p-Nitroaniline 0.028 28

Nitrobenzene 0.068 14

5-Nitro-o-toluidine 0.32 28

o-Nitrophenol 0.028 13

p-Nitrophenol 0.12 29

N-Nitrosodiethylamine 0.4 28

N-Nitrosodimethylamine 0.4 2.3

N-Nitroso-di-n-butylamine 0.4 17

N-Nitrosomethylethylamine 0.4 2.3

N-Nitrosomorpholine 0.4 2.3

N-Nitrosopiperidine 0.013 35

N-Nitrosopyrrolidine 0.013 35

1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9-Octachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (OCDD)

0.000063 0.005

1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9-Octachlorodibenzofluran (OCDF) 0.000063 0.005

Parathion 0.014 4.6

Total PCBs (sum of all PCB isomers, or all Aroclors)

0.1 10

Pentachlorobenzene 0.055 10

PeCDDs (All Pentachlorodibenzo-p-dioxins) 0.000063 0.001

PeCDFs (All Pentachlorodibenzofurans) 0.000035 0.001

Pentachloroethane 0.055 6

Pentachloronitrobenzene 0.055 4.8

Pentachlorophenol 0.089 7.4




(mg/L)

Non-Wastewater UTS


Phenacetin 0.081 16

Phenanthrene 0.059 5.6

Phenol 0.039 6.2

1,3-Phenylenediamine 0.01 0.66

Phorate 0.021 4.6

Phthalic acid 0.055 28

Phthalic anhydride 0.055 28

Pronamide 0.093 1.5

Pyrene 0.067 8.2

Pyridine 0.014 16

Safrole 0.081 22

Silvex/2,4,5-TP 0.72 7.9

1,2,4,5-Tetrachlorobenzene 0.055 14

TCDDs (All Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxins) 0.000063 0.001

TCDFs (All Tetrachlorodibenzofurans) 0.000063 0.001

1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane 0.057 6

1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 0.057 6

Tetrachloroethylene 0.056 6

2,3,4,6-Tetrachlorophenol 0.03 7.4

Toluene 0.08 10

Toxaphene 0.0095 2.6

Tribromomethane/Bromoform 0.63 15

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 0.055 19

1,1,1-Trichloroethane 0.054 6

1,1,2-Trichloroethane 0.054 6

Trichloroethylene 0.054 6

Trichlorofluoromethane 0.02 30

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 0.18 7.4

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 0.035 7.4

2,4,5-Trichlorophenoxyacetic acid/2,4,5-T 0.72 7.9

1,2,3-Trichloropropane 0.85 30

1,1,2-Trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane 0.057 30

tris-(2,3-Dibromopropyl) phosphate 0.11 0.1

Vinyl chloride 0.27 6

Xylenes-mixed isomers (sum of o-, m-, and p-xylene concentrations)

0.32 30

Antimony 1.9 1.15 mg/l TCLP

Arsenic 1.4 5.0 mg/l TCLP

Barium 1.2 21 mg/l TCLP

Beryllium 0.82 1.22 mg/l TCLP

Cadmium 0.69 0.11 mg/l TCLP

Chromium (Total) 2.77 0.60 mg/l TCLP

Cyanides (Total) 1.2 590

Cyanides (Amenable) 0.86 30

Fluoride * 35 NA

Lead 0.69 0.75 mg/l TCLP

Mercury - Nonwastewater from Retort NA 0.20 mg/l TCLP




(mg/L)

Non-Wastewater UTS


Mercury - All Others 0.15 0.025 mg/l TCLP

Nickel 3.98 11 mg/l TCLP

Selenium ** 0.82 5.7 mg/l TCLP

Silver 0.43 0.14 mg/l TCLP

Sulfide * 14 NA

Thallium 1.4 0.20 mg/l TCLP

Vanadium * 4.3 1.6 mg/l TCLP

Zinc * 2.61 4.3 mg/l TCLP

* These constituents are not “underlying hazardous constituents” in characteristic wastes, according to the

definition at § 268.2(i).

** This constituent is not an underlying hazardous constituent as defined at § 268.2(i ) of this Part because

its UTS level is greater than its TC level, thus a treatment selenium waste would always be characteristically

hazardous, unless it is treated to below its characteristic level.



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits Table - #15b Dioxins/Furans (Solids)

Matrix: Solid (Sediment, Soil, IDW)

Analytical Method: EPA 1613B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte* Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference

Project Quantitation Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2

Secondary Laboratory 1 MDL (ng/kg) 2

Secondary Laboratory 1 LOD (ng/kg) 2

Secondary Laboratory 1 LOQ (ng/kg) 2




1,2,3,4,6,7,8-Heptachloro dibenzo-p-dioxin -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.38 0.38 5.00 0.336 NA 2.5

1,2,3,4,7,8-Hexachloro dibenzo-p-dioxin -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.82 0.82 5.00 0.336 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.66 0.66 5.00 0.243 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.54 0.54 5.00 0.3 NA 2.5

1,2,3,7,8-Pentachloro dibenzo-p-dioxin -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.33 0.33 5.00 0.22 NA 2.5

2,3,7,8-Tetrachloro dibenzo-p-dioxin 8.3 ng/kg OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.125 0.25 0.50 0.980 0.98 1.00 0.0913 NA 0.5

Octachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 1.00 2.50 5.00 1.40 1.40 10.00 0.336 NA 5.0

1,2,3,4,6,7,8-Heptachlorodibenzofuran -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.41 0.41 5.00 0.213 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.58 0.58 5.00 0.37 NA 2.5

1,2,3,4,7,8-Hexachlorodibenzofuran -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.48 0.48 5.00 0.206 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.38 0.38 5.00 0.12 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.36 0.36 5.00 0.194 NA 2.5

1,2,3,7,8-Pentachlorodibenzofuran -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.74 0.74 5.00 0.273 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.34 0.34 5.00 0.123 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.38 0.38 5.00 0.185 NA 2.5

2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzofuran -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.125 0.25 0.50 0.640 0.64 1.00 0.0762 NA 0.5

Octachlorodibenzofuran -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 1.00 2.50 5.00 1.30 1.30 10.00 0.352 NA 5.0

Total TCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

Total TCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;


Total PcCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;


Total PeCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;


Total HxCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;




Analyte* Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







Total HxCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;


Total HpCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;


Total HpCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;


* The laboratories will also report “totals” as a summation from the instrument of the individual compounds. The laboratories do not calibrate for them and, as such, there are no DL/LOD/LOQs for the “totals.”

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences.

2 Primary laboratory will be SGS Wilmington; secondary laboratories will be TestAmerica-Knoxville and Vista Analytical (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15c Dioxins/Furans (Aqueous)

Matrix: Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate, IDW)


Analyte* Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2

Secondary Laboratory 1 MDL (pg/L) 2

Secondary Laboratory 1 LOD (pg/L) 2

Secondary Laboratory 1 LOQ (pg/L) 2





at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 4.0 4.0 50 3.51 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 4.2 4.2 50 3 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 1.8 1.8 50 4.2 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 3.2 3.2 50 5.7 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 3.4 3.4 50 3.94 18.8 25

2,3,7,8-Tetrachloro dibenzo-p-dioxin 0.005 pg/L

Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table

≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL

1.25 2.5 5 3.5 3.5 10 1.08 3.75 5


at least ≤ PAL 10 25 50 9.4 9.4 100 6.94 37.5 50


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 3.8 3.8 50 2.64 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 2.1 2.1 50 4.82 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 2.2 2.2 50 2.21 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 2.6 2.6 50 2.96 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 2.2 2.2 50 4.01 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 2.5 2.5 50 2.38 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 3.5 3.5 50 2.61 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 5 12.5 25 2.3 2.3 50 3.43 18.8 25


at least ≤ PAL 2.5 5 10 3.4 3.4 10 0.902 3.75 5


at least ≤ PAL 17.5 35 50 12 12 100 7.05 37.5 50

Total TCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

Total TCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total PcCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total PeCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL




Analyte* Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2







Total HxCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total HxCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total HpCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total HpCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL







Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15d Dioxins/Furans (Tissue)

Matrix: Tissue


Analyte* Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2








at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.38 0.38 5.00 0.336 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.82 0.82 5.00 0.336 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.66 0.66 5.00 0.243 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.54 0.54 5.00 0.3 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.33 0.33 5.00 0.22 NA 2.5

2,3,7,8-Tetrachloro dibenzo-p-dioxin 0.25 ng/kg OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.125 0.25 0.50 0.980 0.98 1.00 0.0913 NA 0.5


at least ≤ PAL 1.00 2.50 5.00 1.40 1.40 10.00 0.336 NA 5.0


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.41 0.41 5.00 0.213 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.58 0.58 5.00 0.37 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.48 0.48 5.00 0.206 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.38 0.38 5.00 0.12 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.36 0.36 5.00 0.194 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.74 0.74 5.00 0.273 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.34 0.34 5.00 0.123 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.50 1.25 2.50 0.38 0.38 5.00 0.185 NA 2.5


at least ≤ PAL 0.125 0.25 0.50 0.640 0.64 1.00 0.0762 NA 0.5


at least ≤ PAL 1.00 2.50 5.00 1.30 1.30 10.00 0.352 NA 5.0

Total TCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total TCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total PcCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total PeCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total HxCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL




Analyte* Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







Total HxCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total HpCDD * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL


Total HpCDF * -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL







Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15e PCB Congeners (Solids)

Matrix: Solid (Sediment, Soil)

Analytical Method: EPA 1668A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte Project Action

Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 1 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.564 2.25 2.5

PCB 10 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 100 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.617 2.25 2.5

PCB 101 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 102 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 103 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.576 2.25 2.5

PCB 104 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.838 2.25 2.5

PCB 105 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.497 2.25 2.5

PCB 106 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 106/118 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 1.45 4.5 5

PCB 107 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 107/108 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 107/109 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA 0.766 4.5 5

PCB 108 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 108/109 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 108/112 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 109 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 11 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 9.05 2.25 2.5

PCB 110 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.876 2.25 2.5

PCB 111 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 111/115 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 112 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 113 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.17 2.25 2.5

PCB 114 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.801 2.25 2.5

PCB 115 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 116 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 117 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 118 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 119 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.56 2.25 2.5

PCB 12 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 12/13 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 120 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.932 2.25 2.5

PCB 121 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.12 2.25 2.5

PCB 122 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.516 2.25 2.5

PCB 123 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.551 2.25 2.5

PCB 124 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.944 2.25 2.5

PCB 125 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 126 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.475 2.25 2.5

PCB 127 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.709 2.25 2.5

PCB 128 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 128/162 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 129 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.89 2.25 2.5

PCB 13 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 130 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.941 2.25 2.5

PCB 131 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.26 2.25 2.5

PCB 132 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 132/161 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 133 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 133/142 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 134 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 134/143 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 135 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.709 2.25 2.5

PCB 136 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.22 2.25 2.5

PCB 137 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.525 2.25 2.5

PCB 138 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 138/163/164 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 1.32 6.75 7.5

PCB 139 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 139/149 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 14 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.417 2.25 2.5

PCB 140 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.828 2.25 2.5

PCB 141 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.632 2.25 2.5

PCB 142 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 143 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 144 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.942 2.25 2.5

PCB 145 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.29 2.25 2.5

PCB 146 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 146/165 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 147 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.22 2.25 2.5

PCB 148 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.937 2.25 2.5

PCB 149 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 15 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.624 2.25 2.5

PCB 150 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.561 2.25 2.5

PCB 151 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.692 2.25 2.5

PCB 152 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.866 2.25 2.5

PCB 153 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.225 2.25 2.5

PCB 154 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.74 2.25 2.5

PCB 155 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.665 2.25 2.5

PCB 156 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.378 2.25 2.5

PCB 157 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.604 2.25 2.5

PCB 158 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 158/160 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 159 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.378 2.25 2.5

PCB 16 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 16/32 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 160 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 161 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 162 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 163 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 164 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 165 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 166 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.823 2.25 2.5

PCB 167 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.595 2.25 2.5

PCB 168 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.594 2.25 2.5

PCB 169 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.731 2.25 2.5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 17 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.669 2.25 2.5

PCB 170 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.575 2.25 2.5

PCB 171 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.2 2.25 2.5

PCB 172 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.09 2.25 2.5

PCB 173 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.37 2.25 2.5

PCB 174 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.1 2.25 2.5

PCB 175 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.14 2.25 2.5

PCB 176 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.648 2.25 2.5

PCB 177 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.13 2.25 2.5

PCB 178 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.521 2.25 2.5

PCB 179 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.43 2.25 2.5

PCB 18 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 1.38 2.25 2.5

PCB 180 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.731 2.25 2.5

PCB 181 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.917 2.25 2.5

PCB 182 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 182/187 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 183 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.23 2.25 2.5

PCB 183/185 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 184 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.764 2.25 2.5

PCB 185 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.567 2.25 2.5

PCB 186 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.592 2.25 2.5

PCB 187 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 188 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.705 2.25 2.5

PCB 189 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.704 2.25 2.5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 19 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.11 2.25 2.5

PCB 190 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.89 2.25 2.5

PCB 191 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.681 2.25 2.5

PCB 192 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.632 2.25 2.5

PCB 193 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.669 2.25 2.5

PCB 194 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.666 2.25 2.5

PCB 195 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.397 2.25 2.5

PCB 196 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 196/203 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 197 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.73 2.25 2.5

PCB 198 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 2.52 2.25 2.5

PCB 199 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.25 2.25 2.5

PCB 199/200 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 199/201 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 2 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.719 2.25 2.5

PCB 20 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 20/21/33 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 2.51 6.75 7.5

PCB 200 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.06 2.25 2.5

PCB 201 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.21 2.25 2.5

PCB 202 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.09 2.25 2.5

PCB 203 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 204 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.54 2.25 2.5

PCB 205 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.826 2.25 2.5

PCB 206 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.21 2.25 2.5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 207 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.887 2.25 2.5

PCB 208 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.63 2.25 2.5

PCB 209 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.83 2.25 2.5

PCB 21 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 22 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.845 2.25 2.5

PCB 23 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.08 2.25 2.5

PCB 24 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 24/27 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 25 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.89 2.25 2.5

PCB 26 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.655 2.25 2.5

PCB 27 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 28 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 3.05 2.25 2.5

PCB 29 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.982 2.25 2.5

PCB 3 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.473 2.25 2.5

PCB 30 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 0.638 2.25 2.5

PCB 31 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.99 2.25 2.5

PCB 32 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 33 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 34 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.28 2.25 2.5

PCB 35 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.15 2.25 2.5

PCB 36 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.08 2.25 2.5

PCB 37 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.464 2.25 2.5

PCB 38 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.823 2.25 2.5

PCB 39 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.34 2.25 2.5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 4 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 4/10 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 40 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.11 2.25 2.5

PCB 41 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 41/64/71/72 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 3.07 9 10

PCB 42 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 42/59 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 43 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 43/49 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 44 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.18 2.25 2.5

PCB 45 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.603 2.25 2.5

PCB 46 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.544 2.25 2.5

PCB 47 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.5 2.25 2.5

PCB 48 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 48/75 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 49 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 5 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 5/8 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 50 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.769 2.25 2.5

PCB 51 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.804 2.25 2.5

PCB 52 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 52/69 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 53 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.08 2.25 2.5

PCB 54 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.639 2.25 2.5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 55 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.516 2.25 2.5

PCB 56 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 56/60 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 57 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.859 2.25 2.5

PCB 58 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.83 2.25 2.5

PCB 59 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 6 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.24 2.25 2.5

PCB 60 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 61 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 61/70 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 62 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.23 2.25 2.5

PCB 63 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.532 2.25 2.5

PCB 64 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 65 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.982 2.25 2.5

PCB 66 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 66/76 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 67 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.13 2.25 2.5

PCB 68 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.773 2.25 2.5

PCB 69 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 7 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 7/9 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 70 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 71 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 72 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 73 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.581 2.25 2.5

PCB 74 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 0.903 2.25 2.5

PCB 75 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 76 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 77 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.799 2.25 2.5

PCB 78 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.628 2.25 2.5

PCB 79 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.16 2.25 2.5

PCB 8 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 80 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.07 2.25 2.5

PCB 81 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.659 2.25 2.5

PCB 82 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.24 2.25 2.5

PCB 83 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.45 2.25 2.5

PCB 84 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 84/92 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 85 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 85/116 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 86 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.27 2.25 2.5

PCB 87 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 87/117/125 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 1.47 6.75 7.5

PCB 88 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 88/91 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 89 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.786 2.25 2.5

PCB 9 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 90 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 90/101 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 91 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 92 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 93 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.35 2.25 2.5

PCB 94 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.844 2.25 2.5

PCB 95 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 95/98/102 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 2.28 6.75 7.5

PCB 96 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.796 2.25 2.5

PCB 97 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.06 2.25 2.5

PCB 98 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 99 50,000 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.34 2.25 2.5





Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15f PCB Congeners (Aqueous)

Matrix: Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate)



Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2







PCB 1 64 pg/L (total)

Most stringent WQ criterion

as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 5 10 20 6.7 6.7 40 1.3 4 5




5 10 20 7.3 7.3 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 7.6 7.6 40 1.54 4 5




5 10 20 4.7 4.7 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 12 12 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 2.5 2.5 40 1.72 4 5




5 10 20 5.7 5.7 40 1.42 4 5




5 10 20 4.4 4.4 40 1.5 4 5




5 10 20 5.8 5.8 40 NA NA NA

PCB 106/118 64 pg/L (total)







NA NA NA 3.7 3.7 40 NA NA NA




10 20 40 NA NA NA NA NA NA




10 20 40 NA NA NA 2.07 8 10




NA NA NA 23 23 40 NA NA NA












NA NA NA 10 10 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 36 36 60 6.05 4 5




5 10 20 7.2 7.2 40 0.8 4 5




5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 18 18 40 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 4.7 4.7 40 3.03 4 5




5 10 20 4.7 4.7 40 2.84 4 5




5 10 20 7.2 7.2 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 8.4 8.4 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 8.4 8.4 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 6.3 6.3 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 10 10 40 1.57 4 5




5 10 20 20 20 60 NA NA NA








5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 1.82 4 5




5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 4.01 4 5




5 10 20 4.6 4.6 40 3.56 4 5




5 10 20 5 5 40 1.93 4 5




5 10 20 23 23 40 2.4 4 5




5 10 20 10 10 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 2.2 2.2 40 0.793 4 5




5 10 20 6.6 6.6 40 1.02 4 5




5 10 20 11 11 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 8.9 8.9 40 2.41 4 5




5 10 20 20 20 60 NA NA NA




5 10 20 8.7 8.7 40 0.764 4 5




5 10 20 1.3 1.3 40 1.65 4 5




5 10 20 4.6 4.6 40 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2














5 10 20 2.7 2.7 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 10 10 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 6.3 6.3 40 2.19 4 5




5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 1.63 4 5




5 10 20 3.5 3.5 40 1.59 4 5




5 10 20 8.9 8.9 40 NA NA NA

PCB 138/163/164 64 pg/L (total)



NA NA NA NA NA NA 4 12 15




5 10 20 4.4 4.4 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 5.8 5.8 40 1.44 4 5




5 10 20 4.4 4.4 40 2.14 4 5




5 10 20 3.8 3.8 40 1.54 4 5




5 10 20 4.4 4.4 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 10 10 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 5.5 5.5 40 4.16 4 5




5 10 20 3.1 3.1 40 3.32 4 5




5 10 20 4.9 4.9 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 4.5 4.5 40 4.01 4 5




5 10 20 5 5 40 4.82 4 5




5 10 20 4.5 4.5 40 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 11 11 40 1.12 4 5




5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 1.07 4 5




5 10 20 6.3 6.3 40 2.42 4 5




5 10 20 2.3 2.3 40 2.69 4 5




5 10 20 7.1 7.1 40 1.82 4 5




5 10 20 4.9 4.9 40 4.28 4 5




5 10 20 3.2 3.2 40 2.44 4 5




5 10 20 4.5 4.5 40 1.76 4 5




5 10 20 4.5 4.5 40 1.14 4 5




5 10 20 2.5 2.5 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 1.75 4 5




5 10 20 8.6 8.6 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 7.2 7.2 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 2.6 2.6 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 4.1 4.1 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 8.9 8.9 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 3.5 3.5 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 4.1 4.1 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 11 11 40 1.36 4 5




5 10 20 5 5 40 1.7 4 5




5 10 20 7.1 7.1 40 1.04 4 5




5 10 20 3.6 3.6 40 2.27 4 5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 11 11 40 1.48 4 5




5 10 20 2.9 2.9 40 3.33 4 5




5 10 20 7.8 7.8 40 1.55 4 5




NA NA NA 3.4 3.4 40 2.68 4 5




5 10 20 7.8 7.8 40 2.52 4 5




5 10 20 6.5 6.5 40 1.94 4 5




5 10 20 5.6 5.6 40 2.18 4 5




5 10 20 2.2 2.2 40 2.57 4 5




5 10 20 2.2 2.2 40 2.38 4 5




5 10 20 2.9 2.9 40 2.6 4 5




5 10 20 2.5 2.5 40 2.6 4 5




5 10 20 11 11 60 1.97 4 5




5 10 20 7.8 7.8 40 1.52 4 5




5 10 20 5.4 5.4 40 1.85 4 5




5 10 20 3.6 3.6 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 4.3 4.3 40 1.79 4 5








5 10 20 3.3 3.3 40 1.4 4 5




5 10 20 4.3 4.3 40 1.02 4 5




5 10 20 4.2 4.2 40 2.69 4 5




5 10 20 4.5 4.5 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 4.3 4.3 40 1.98 4 5




5 10 20 2.8 2.8 40 1.49 4 5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 9.7 9.7 40 1.55 4 5




5 10 20 2.5 2.5 40 2.11 4 5




5 10 20 3.1 3.1 40 0.95 4 5




5 10 20 3.7 3.7 40 1.79 4 5




5 10 20 7.8 7.8 40 1.42 4 5




5 10 20 5 5 40 1.33 4 5




5 10 20 6.2 6.2 40 1.48 4 5




5 10 20 6.2 6.2 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 5.6 5.6 40 2.45 4 5




5 10 20 13 13 40 4.5 4 5




NA NA NA 13 13 40 3.98 4 5












5 10 20 4.2 4.2 40 1.57 4 5




5 10 20 17 17 40 NA NA NA

PCB 20/21/33 64 pg/L (total)







NA NA NA 5.6 5.6 40 3.32 4 5








NA NA NA 4.3 4.3 40 1.65 4 5




5 10 20 3.9 3.9 40 1.24 4 5




5 10 20 4.9 4.9 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 3.1 3.1 40 2.47 4 5




5 10 20 5.5 5.5 40 1.82 4 5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 3.2 3.2 40 2.18 4 5




5 10 20 2.7 2.7 40 1.32 4 5




5 10 20 3.5 3.5 40 0.887 4 5




5 10 20 2.5 2.5 40 2.28 4 5




5 10 20 13 13 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 9.9 9.9 40 2.78 4 5




5 10 20 3.2 3.2 40 3 4 5




5 10 20 11 11 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 7.7 7.7 40 2.64 4 5




5 10 20 9 9 40 2.45 4 5




5 10 20 5.6 5.6 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 17 17 40 3.36 4 5




5 10 20 9 9 40 1.92 4 5




5 10 20 6.4 6.4 40 1.36 4 5




5 10 20 11 11 60 1.66 4 5




5 10 20 10 10 40 2.42 4 5




5 10 20 5.7 5.7 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 13 13 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 1.08 4 5




5 10 20 9.6 9.6 40 2.14 4 5




5 10 20 7.5 7.5 40 2.02 4 5




5 10 20 9 9 40 1.71 4 5




5 10 20 4.7 4.7 40 1.97 4 5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 7.3 7.3 40 2.21 4 5




5 10 20 10 10 60 NA NA NA








5 10 20 6.5 6.5 40 2.65 4 5




5 10 20 6.5 6.5 40 NA NA NA

PCB 41/64/71/72 64 pg/L (total)







5 10 20 4 4 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 9.3 9.3 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 11 11 40 2.98 4 5




5 10 20 12 12 40 1.82 4 5




5 10 20 2.6 2.6 40 1.79 4 5




5 10 20 11 11 40 2.52 4 5




5 10 20 2.6 2.6 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 8.5 8.5 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 4.6 4.6 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 9.2 9.2 40 1.91 4 5




5 10 20 12 12 40 1.36 4 5




5 10 20 7.5 7.5 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 9.2 9.2 40 2.19 4 5




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 4.7 4.7 40 2.17 4 5




5 10 20 6.1 6.1 40 2.1 4 5




5 10 20 5 5 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 4.6 4.6 40 2.31 4 5




5 10 20 2.8 2.8 40 3.01 4 5




5 10 20 12 12 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 6.6 6.6 40 1.71 4 5




5 10 20 4.8 4.8 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 24 24 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 12 12 40 1.98 4 5




5 10 20 4.8 4.8 40 1.52 4 5




5 10 20 5 5 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 11 11 40 2.61 4 5




5 10 20 12 12 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 5.7 5.7 40 2.69 4 5




5 10 20 3.9 3.9 40 2.49 4 5




5 10 20 8.5 8.5 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 3.9 3.9 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 24 24 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 6.5 6.5 40 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 3.7 3.7 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 9.3 9.3 40 1.69 4 5




5 10 20 24 24 40 2.32 4 5




5 10 20 12 12 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 24 24 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 4.4 4.4 40 2.76 4 5




5 10 20 4.4 4.4 40 1.95 4 5




5 10 20 3.2 3.2 40 2.34 4 5




5 10 20 8.6 8.6 60 NA NA NA




5 10 20 3.6 3.6 40 2.47 4 5




5 10 20 3.4 3.4 40 2.76 4 5




5 10 20 8.3 8.3 40 0.878 4 5




5 10 20 9.3 9.3 40 1.16 4 5




5 10 20 6 6 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 8.4 8.4 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 10 10 40 3.08 4 5




5 10 20 10 10 40 NA NA NA

PCB 87/117/125 64 pg/L (total)







5 10 20 7.4 7.4 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 5.6 5.6 40 1.55 4 5




5 10 20 4.6 4.6 40 NA NA NA




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2










5 10 20 4.7 4.7 40 NA NA NA








5 10 20 7.4 7.4 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 3.7 3.7 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 7.6 7.6 40 1.86 4 5




5 10 20 4.5 4.5 40 2.17 4 5




5 10 20 6.8 6.8 40 NA NA NA

PCB 95/98/102 64 pg/L (total)







5 10 20 2.6 2.6 40 1.13 4 5




5 10 20 10 10 40 3.04 4 5




5 10 20 12 12 40 NA NA NA




5 10 20 18 18 40 2.2 4 5





Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15g PCB Congeners (Tissue)

Matrix: Tissue


Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 1 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.564 2.25 2.5

PCB 10 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 100 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.617 2.25 2.5

PCB 101 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 102 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 103 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.576 2.25 2.5

PCB 104 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.838 2.25 2.5

PCB 105 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.497 2.25 2.5

PCB 106 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 106/118 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 107 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 107/108 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 107/109 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA 0.766 4.5 5

PCB 108 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 108/109 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 108/112 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 109 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 11 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 9.05 2.25 2.5

PCB 110 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.876 2.25 2.5

PCB 111 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 111/115 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 112 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 113 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.17 2.25 2.5

PCB 114 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.801 2.25 2.5

PCB 115 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 116 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 117 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 118 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 119 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.56 2.25 2.5

PCB 12 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 12/13 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 120 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.932 2.25 2.5

PCB 121 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.12 2.25 2.5

PCB 122 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.516 2.25 2.5

PCB 123 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.551 2.25 2.5

PCB 124 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.944 2.25 2.5

PCB 125 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 126 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.475 2.25 2.5

PCB 127 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.709 2.25 2.5

PCB 128 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 128/162 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 129 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.89 2.25 2.5

PCB 13 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 130 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.941 2.25 2.5

PCB 131 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.26 2.25 2.5

PCB 132 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 132/161 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 133 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 133/142 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 134 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 134/143 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 135 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.709 2.25 2.5

PCB 136 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.22 2.25 2.5

PCB 137 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.525 2.25 2.5

PCB 138 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 138/163/164 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 1.32 6.75 7.5

PCB 139 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 139/149 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 14 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.417 2.25 2.5

PCB 140 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.828 2.25 2.5

PCB 141 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.632 2.25 2.5

PCB 142 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 143 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 144 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.942 2.25 2.5

PCB 145 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.29 2.25 2.5

PCB 146 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 146/165 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 147 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.22 2.25 2.5

PCB 148 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.937 2.25 2.5

PCB 149 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 15 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.624 2.25 2.5

PCB 150 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.561 2.25 2.5

PCB 151 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.692 2.25 2.5

PCB 152 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.866 2.25 2.5

PCB 153 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.225 2.25 2.5

PCB 154 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.74 2.25 2.5

PCB 155 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.665 2.25 2.5

PCB 156 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.378 2.25 2.5

PCB 157 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.604 2.25 2.5

PCB 158 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 158/160 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 159 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.378 2.25 2.5

PCB 16 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 16/32 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 160 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 161 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 162 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 163 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 164 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 165 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 166 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.823 2.25 2.5

PCB 167 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.595 2.25 2.5

PCB 168 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.594 2.25 2.5

PCB 169 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.731 2.25 2.5



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 17 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.669 2.25 2.5

PCB 170 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.575 2.25 2.5

PCB 171 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.2 2.25 2.5

PCB 172 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.09 2.25 2.5

PCB 173 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.37 2.25 2.5

PCB 174 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.1 2.25 2.5

PCB 175 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.14 2.25 2.5

PCB 176 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.648 2.25 2.5

PCB 177 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.13 2.25 2.5

PCB 178 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.521 2.25 2.5

PCB 179 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.43 2.25 2.5

PCB 18 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 1.38 2.25 2.5

PCB 180 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.731 2.25 2.5

PCB 181 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.917 2.25 2.5

PCB 182 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 182/187 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 183 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.23 2.25 2.5

PCB 183/185 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 184 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.764 2.25 2.5

PCB 185 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.567 2.25 2.5

PCB 186 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.592 2.25 2.5

PCB 187 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 188 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.705 2.25 2.5

PCB 189 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.704 2.25 2.5



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 19 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.11 2.25 2.5

PCB 190 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.89 2.25 2.5

PCB 191 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.681 2.25 2.5

PCB 192 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.632 2.25 2.5

PCB 193 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.669 2.25 2.5

PCB 194 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.666 2.25 2.5

PCB 195 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.397 2.25 2.5

PCB 196 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 196/203 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 197 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.73 2.25 2.5

PCB 198 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 2.52 2.25 2.5

PCB 199 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.25 2.25 2.5

PCB 199/200 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 199/201 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


1.00 2.00 4.00 NA NA NA NA NA NA

PCB 2 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.719 2.25 2.5

PCB 20 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 20/21/33 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 2.51 6.75 7.5

PCB 200 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.06 2.25 2.5

PCB 201 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.21 2.25 2.5

PCB 202 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.09 2.25 2.5

PCB 203 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 204 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.54 2.25 2.5

PCB 205 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.826 2.25 2.5

PCB 206 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.21 2.25 2.5



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 207 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.887 2.25 2.5

PCB 208 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.63 2.25 2.5

PCB 209 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.83 2.25 2.5

PCB 21 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 22 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.845 2.25 2.5

PCB 23 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.08 2.25 2.5

PCB 24 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 24/27 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 25 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.89 2.25 2.5

PCB 26 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.655 2.25 2.5

PCB 27 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 28 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 3.05 2.25 2.5

PCB 29 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.982 2.25 2.5

PCB 3 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.473 2.25 2.5

PCB 30 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 0.638 2.25 2.5

PCB 31 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.99 2.25 2.5

PCB 32 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 33 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 34 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.28 2.25 2.5

PCB 35 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.15 2.25 2.5

PCB 36 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.08 2.25 2.5

PCB 37 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.464 2.25 2.5

PCB 38 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.823 2.25 2.5

PCB 39 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.34 2.25 2.5



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 4 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 4/10 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 40 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.11 2.25 2.5

PCB 41 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 41/64/71/72 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 42 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 42/59 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 43 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 43/49 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 44 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.18 2.25 2.5

PCB 45 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.603 2.25 2.5

PCB 46 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.544 2.25 2.5

PCB 47 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.5 2.25 2.5

PCB 48 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 48/75 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 49 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 5 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 5/8 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 50 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.769 2.25 2.5

PCB 51 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.804 2.25 2.5

PCB 52 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 52/69 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 53 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.08 2.25 2.5

PCB 54 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.639 2.25 2.5



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 55 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.516 2.25 2.5

PCB 56 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 56/60 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 57 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.859 2.25 2.5

PCB 58 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.83 2.25 2.5

PCB 59 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 6 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.24 2.25 2.5

PCB 60 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 61 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 61/70 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 62 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.23 2.25 2.5

PCB 63 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.532 2.25 2.5

PCB 64 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 65 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.982 2.25 2.5

PCB 66 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 66/76 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 67 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.13 2.25 2.5

PCB 68 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.773 2.25 2.5

PCB 69 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 7 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 7/9 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 70 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 71 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 72 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 73 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.581 2.25 2.5

PCB 74 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 0.903 2.25 2.5

PCB 75 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 76 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 77 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.799 2.25 2.5

PCB 78 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.628 2.25 2.5

PCB 79 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.16 2.25 2.5

PCB 8 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 20.00 NA NA NA

PCB 80 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.07 2.25 2.5

PCB 81 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.659 2.25 2.5

PCB 82 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.24 2.25 2.5

PCB 83 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.45 2.25 2.5

PCB 84 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 84/92 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 85 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 85/116 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 86 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.27 2.25 2.5

PCB 87 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 87/117/125 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 1.47 6.75 7.5

PCB 88 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 88/91 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 89 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.786 2.25 2.5

PCB 9 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 90 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/kg) 2







PCB 90/101 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD



PCB 91 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 92 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 93 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.35 2.25 2.5

PCB 94 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.844 2.25 2.5

PCB 95 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 95/98/102 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


NA NA NA NA NA NA 2.28 6.75 7.5

PCB 96 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 0.796 2.25 2.5

PCB 97 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.06 2.25 2.5

PCB 98 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 NA NA NA

PCB 99 18,800 ng/kg

(total) OU 2 ROD


0.50 1.00 2.00 1.90 1.90 10.00 1.34 2.25 2.5





Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15h PCBs [as Aroclors] (Solid)

Matrix: Solid (DRET Sediment, IDW)

Analytical Method: SW-846 8082A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL) PAL

Reference Project Quantitation

Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL (ug/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ug/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ug/kg) 2

Secondary Laboratory

MDL (ug/kg) 2


LOD (ug/kg) 2


LOQ (ug/kg) 2

Aroclor 1016 100 10x UTS ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 8.84 NA 16.667 1.7 1.7 3.4


at least ≤ PAL 8.63 NA 16.667 1.6 1.7 3.4


at least ≤ PAL 6.598 NA 16.667 1.3 1.7 3.4


at least ≤ PAL 13.244 NA 16.667 1.2 1.7 3.4


at least ≤ PAL 7.954 NA 16.667 2.1 2.3 3.4


at least ≤ PAL 7.308 NA 16.667 1.7 2.3 3.4


at least ≤ PAL 11.128 NA 16.667 1.4 1.7 3.4

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. 2 Primary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15i PCBs [as Aroclors] (Aqueous)

Matrix: Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, IDW)

Analytical Method: SW-846 8082A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL) PAL


Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/L) 2


MDL (pg/L) 2


LOD (pg/L) 2


LOQ (pg/L) 2

Aroclor 1016 6.40E-05 µg/L

(total) Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.00344 NA 0.01 0.015 0.025 0.05




at least ≤ PAL 0.00916 NA 0.01 0.031 0.04 0.05




at least ≤ PAL 0.00334 NA 0.01 0.02 0.025 0.05




at least ≤ PAL 0.00934 NA 0.01 0.028 0.04 0.05




at least ≤ PAL 0.00686 NA 0.01 0.043 0.45 0.05




at least ≤ PAL 0.00496 NA 0.01 0.024 0.025 0.05




at least ≤ PAL 0.00573 NA 0.01 0.041 0.045 0.05

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. 2 Primary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits Table - #15j DDx/Pesticides Compounds (Solids)

Matrix: Solid (Sediment)

Analytical Method: EPA 1699 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL

Reference

Project Quantitation

Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL (pg/g) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (pg/g) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (pg/g) 2

2,4'-DDD 0.30 µg/kg (total)* OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 7.922 NA 100

2,4'-DDE 0.30 µg/kg (total)* OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 3.418 NA 50

2,4'-DDT 0.30 µg/kg (total)* OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 10.316 NA 100

4,4'-DDD 0.30 µg/kg (total)* OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 7.155 NA 100

4,4'-DDE 0.30 µg/kg (total)* OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 2.502 NA 50

4,4'-DDT 0.30 µg/kg (total)* OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 7.516 NA 100

Dieldrin 5 µg/kg* OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 3.376 NA 50


2 Primary laboratory will be SGS Wilmington; no secondary laboratory selected at this time (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).

* ROD values correspond to 300 pg/g for Total DDx and 5,000 pg/g for dieldrin.

Matrix: Solid (Soil)

Analytical Method: SW-846 8081B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte Units Project Action

Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

Aldrin ug/kg --

OU 2 ROD or Background Value


0.013 NA 0.0417 0.32 0.34 0.67

alpha-BHC ug/kg --



0.0103 NA 0.0417 0.36 0.5 0.67

beta-BHC ug/kg --



0.0107 NA 0.0417 0.42 0.5 0.67

delta-BHC ug/kg --



0.0132 NA 0.0417 0.3 0.34 0.67

gamma-BHC (Lindane) ug/kg --



0.0143 NA 0.0417 0.3 0.34 0.67

alpha-Chlordane ug/kg --



0.0105 NA 0.0417 0.32 0.34 0.67

gamma-Chlordane ug/kg --



0.0097 NA 0.0417 0.3 0.34 0.67

4,4'-DDD ug/kg 0.30 µg/kg (total) OU 2 ROD


0.0112 NA 0.0417 0.43 0.5 0.67

4,4'-DDE ug/kg 0.30 µg/kg (total) OU 2 ROD


0.0085 NA 0.0417 0.35 0.5 0.67

4,4'-DDT ug/kg 0.30 µg/kg (total) OU 2 ROD


0.0159 NA 0.0417 0.4 0.5 0.67

Dieldrin ug/kg 5 µg/kg

OU 2 ROD Background Value


0.0105 NA 0.0417 0.34 0.5 0.67




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

Endosulfan I ug/kg --



0.0113 NA 0.0417 0.35 0.5 0.67

Endosulfan II ug/kg --



0.0092 NA 0.0417 0.35 0.5 0.67

Endosulfan sulfate ug/kg --



0.0109 NA 0.0417 0.27 0.34 0.67

Endrin ug/kg --



0.0163 NA 0.0417 0.31 0.34 0.67

Endrin aldehyde ug/kg --



0.0149 NA 0.0417 0.4 0.5 0.67

Endrin ketone ug/kg --



0.0149 NA 0.0417 0.52 0.54 0.67

Heptachlor ug/kg --



0.0131 NA 0.0417 0.33 0.5 0.67

Heptachlor epoxide ug/kg --



0.0107 NA 0.0417 0.36 0.5 0.67

Methoxychlor ug/kg --



0.0163 NA 0.0417 0.33 0.5 1.3

Toxaphene ug/kg --



1.13 NA 1.67 7 8.4 17


2 Primary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits Table - #15k DDx/Pesticides Compounds (Aqueous)



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL

Reference


Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL (ng/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ng/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ng/L) 2

2,4'-DDD -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 0.2 NA 1.0

2,4'-DDE -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 0.1 NA 0.5

2,4'-DDT -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 0.2 NA 1.0

4,4'-DDD 0.019 ng/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 0.2 NA 1.0

4,4'-DDE 0.0376 ng/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 0.1 NA 0.5

4,4'-DDT 0.0072 ng/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 0.2 NA 1.0

Dieldrin 0.01 ng/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 0.1 NA 0.5





Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits Table - #15l DDx/Pesticides Compounds (Tissue)

Matrix: Tissue

Matrix: Solid (Sediment)


Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL

Reference


Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL (µg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (µg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (µg/kg) 2

2,4'-DDD -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 7.922 NA 100

2,4'-DDE -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 3.418 NA 50

2,4'-DDT -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 10.316 NA 100

4,4'-DDD -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 7.155 NA 100

4,4'-DDE -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 2.502 NA 50

4,4'-DDT -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 7.516 NA 100

Dieldrin -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at least ≤ PAL 3.376 NA 50





Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15m PAHs/SVOCs (Solids, Tissue)

Matrix: Solid (Sediment); Tissue

Analytical Method: SW-846 8270D (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2

1-Methylnaphthalene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.0065 0.017 0.067 0.000712 NA 0.0067



0.00026 0.00083 0.0033 0.0006 NA 0.0067

Acenaphthene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00025 0.00083 0.0033 0.000641 NA 0.0067

Acenaphthylene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00026 0.00083 0.0033 0.000764 NA 0.0067

Anthracene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00029 0.00082 0.0033 0.000653 NA 0.0067

Benzo[a]anthracene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00056 0.0017 0.0033 0.000836 NA 0.0067

Benzo[a]pyrene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00081 0.0017 0.0033 0.000668 NA 0.0067

Benzo[b]fluoranthene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.0008 0.0017 0.0033 0.00105 NA 0.0067

Benzo[ghi]perylene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00096 0.0017 0.0033 0.000667 NA 0.0067

Benzo[k]fluoranthene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00055 0.0017 0.0033 0.00135 NA 0.0067

Chrysene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00048 0.0017 0.0033 0.000794 NA 0.0067

Dibenz[a,h]anthracene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00078 0.0017 0.0033 0.000742 NA 0.0067

Fluoranthene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00045 0.00083 0.0033 0.000713 NA 0.0067

Fluorene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00029 0.0017 0.0033 0.000879 NA 0.0067

Indeno(1,2,3 cd)pyrene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.001 0.0017 0.0033 0.000687 NA 0.0067

Naphthalene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00041 0.00083 0.0033 0.000575 NA 0.0067

Phenanthrene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00025 0.00083 0.0033 0.00106 NA 0.0067

Pyrene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00036 0.00083 0.0033 0.000675 NA 0.0067



Matrix: Solid (DRET-related Sediment, Soil)



Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2

1,1'-Biphenyl -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00132 NA 0.0165 0.0046 0.017 0.067



0.00111 NA 0.00335 0.0065 0.017 0.067

2,2'-oxybis[1-chloropropane] -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00108 NA 0.00335 0.012 0.017 0.067

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00159 NA 0.0165 0.025 0.083 0.17

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00146 NA 0.0165 0.02 0.083 0.17

2,4-Dichlorophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00136 NA 0.00335 0.028 0.083 0.17

2,4-Dimethylphenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00129 NA 0.0165 0.059 0.083 0.17

2,4-Dinitrophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0337 NA 0.165 0.13 0.13 0.17

2,4-Dinitrotoluene -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00221 NA 0.0165 0.01 0.017 0.033

2,6-Dinitrotoluene -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00116 NA 0.0165 0.017 0.025 0.033

2-Chloronaphthalene -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00109 NA 0.00335 0.0079 0.033 0.067

2-Chlorophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0012 NA 0.0165 0.016 0.033 0.067



0.00128 NA 0.00335 0.0003 8E-04 0.003

2-Methylphenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00147 NA 0.0165 0.021 0.033 0.067

2-Nitroaniline -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00572 NA 0.085 0.0079 0.17 0.17

2-Nitrophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00122 NA 0.0165 0.022 0.083 0.17

3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00693 NA 0.0165 0.028 0.033 0.067


at least ≤ PAL 0.00486 NA 0.085 0.0083 0.17 0.17

4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0608 NA 0.085 0.036 0.083 0.17

4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00159 NA 0.0165 0.013 0.017 0.067

4-Chloro-3-methylphenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00175 NA 0.0165 0.02 0.083 0.17

4-Chloroaniline -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000933 NA 0.0165 0.012 0.033 0.17

4-Chlorophenyl phenyl ether -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0012 NA 0.0165 0.011 0.017 0.067




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2


at least ≤ PAL 0.00597 NA 0.085 0.0086 0.17 0.17

4-Nitrophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0175 NA 0.085 0.089 0.17 0.33

Acenaphthene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00112 NA 0.00335 0.0003 8E-04 0.003

Acenaphthylene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00113 NA 0.00335 0.0003 8E-04 0.003

Acetophenone -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00115 NA 0.0335 0.0072 0.017 0.17

Anthracene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00123 NA 0.00335 0.0003 8E-04 0.003

Atrazine -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0023 NA 0.0335 0.014 0.033 0.067

Benzaldehyde -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00109 NA 0.0335 0.0083 0.017 0.17

Benzo[a]anthracene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00132 NA 0.00335 0.0006 0.002 0.003

Benzo[a]pyrene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00138 NA 0.00335 0.0008 0.002 0.003

Benzo[b]fluoranthene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00145 NA 0.00335 0.0008 0.002 0.003

Benzo[g,h,i]perylene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00145 NA 0.00335 0.001 0.002 0.003

Benzo[k]fluoranthene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00115 NA 0.00335 0.0006 0.002 0.003

Bis(2-chloroethoxy)methane -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000961 NA 0.0165 0.0071 0.017 0.067

Bis(2-chloroethyl)ether -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000984 NA 0.00335 0.014 0.017 0.067

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0112 NA 0.0334 0.0078 0.033 0.067

Butyl benzyl phthalate -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0124 NA 0.0165 0.0081 0.033 0.067

Caprolactam -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00789 NA 0.085 0.013 0.033 0.067

Carbazole -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00142 NA 0.00335 0.0048 0.033 0.067

Chrysene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.0013 NA 0.00335 0.0005 0.002 0.003

Dibenz(a,h)anthracene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00138 NA 0.00335 0.0008 0.002 0.003

Dibenzofuran -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00133 NA 0.0165 0.014 0.017 0.067

Diethyl phthalate -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00148 NA 0.0165 0.0071 0.017 0.067

Dimethyl phthalate -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00116 NA 0.0165 0.0059 0.017 0.067




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Di-n-butyl phthalate -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00132 NA 0.0165 0.0054 0.017 0.067

Di-n-octyl phthalate -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00198 NA 0.0165 0.0083 0.017 0.067

Fluoranthene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00131 NA 0.00335 0.0005 8E-04 0.003

Fluorene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00119 NA 0.00335 0.0003 0.002 0.003

Hexachlorobenzene -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00134 NA 0.00335 0.0084 0.017 0.067

Hexachlorobutadiene -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00105 NA 0.00335 0.013 0.017 0.033

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00141 NA 0.0165 0.013 0.033 0.33

Hexachloroethane -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0012 NA 0.0165 0.016 0.033 0.17

Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00129 NA 0.00335 0.001 0.002 0.003

Isophorone -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000922 NA 0.0165 0.0071 0.017 0.067

Methylphenol, 3 & 4 -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00148 NA 0.0165 0.027 0.033 0.067

Naphthalene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.0012 NA 0.00335 0.0004 8E-04 0.003

Nitrobenzene -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00127 NA 0.0334 0.013 0.017 0.067

N-Nitrosodi-n-propylamine -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00113 NA 0.00335 0.0096 0.017 0.067

N-Nitrosodiphenylamine -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00262 NA 0.0165 0.012 0.033 0.17

Pentachlorophenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0315 NA 0.085 0.031 0.083 0.13

Phenanthrene 7.9 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (Low-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00139 NA 0.00335 0.0003 8E-04 0.003

Phenol -- OU 2 ROD Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00225 NA 0.0165 0.017 0.033 0.067

Pyrene 53 mg/kg OU 2 ROD Background Value (High-Molecular Weight PAH)


0.00148 NA 0.00335 0.0004 8E-04 0.003

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. Note: quantiation limits for select constituents are greater than the project quantitation limit goal and the PAL. The use of more sensitive analytical methods was assessed, with the decision to utilize the given proven, high volume, commercial available methodologies with increased decision limits as applicable.

2 Primary laboratory will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).

Primary laboratory for the DRET-related sediment and soils will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15n PAHs/SVOCs (Aqueous)

Matrix: Aqueous (Water)

Analytical Method: SW-846 8270D SIM (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ug/L) 2


MDL (ug/L) 2


LOD (ug/L) 2


LOQ (ug/L) 2

1-Methylnaphthalene -- Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.26 0.50 1.0 0.087 NA 0.19

2-Methylnaphthalene -- Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.023 0.025 0.1 0.115 NA 0.19

Acenaphthene 70 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.025 0.025 0.1 0.072 NA 0.19

Acenaphthylene -- Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.021 0.025 0.1 0.060 NA 0.19

Anthracene 300 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.02 0.025 0.1 0.056 NA 0.19

Benzo[a]anthracene 0.0012 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.023 0.025 0.05 0.119 NA 0.19

Benzo[a]pyrene 0.0012 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.033 0.05 0.05 0.089 NA 0.19

Benzo[b]fluoranthene 0.0012 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.043 0.05 0.1 0.066 NA 0.19

Benzo[ghi]perylene -- Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.036 0.05 0.1 0.082 NA 0.19

Benzo[k]fluoranthene 0.012 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.033 0.05 0.1 0.185 NA 0.19

Chrysene 0.12 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.026 0.05 0.1 0.084 NA 0.19

Dibenz[a,h]anthracene 0.00012 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.036 0.05 0.1 0.078 NA 0.19

Fluoranthene 20 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.022 0.05 0.1 0.120 NA 0.19

Fluorene 50 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.025 0.05 0.1 0.112 NA 0.19

Indeno(1,2,3 cd)pyrene 0.0012 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.038 0.05 0.1 0.077 NA 0.19

Naphthalene -- Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.029 0.05 0.1 0.175 NA 0.19

Phenanthrene -- Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.023 0.025 0.1 0.129 NA 0.19

Pyrene 20 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.019 0.025 0.1 0.092 NA 0.19



Matrix: Aqueous (DRET Elutriate)

Analytical Method: SW-846 8270D/8270D SIM (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ug/L) 2


MDL (ug/L) 2


LOD (ug/L) 2


LOQ (ug/L) 2

1,1'-Biphenyl -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.102 NA 1.00 0.21 0.5 1

1-Methylnaphthalene -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.087 NA 0.19 0.26 0.50 1.0

2,2'-oxybis[1-chloropropane] 1400 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.061 NA 0.19 0.4 0.5 2

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 300 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.060 NA 1.00 1.3 2.5 5

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 0.58 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.074 NA 1.00 0.92 2.5 5

2,4-Dichlorophenol 10 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.058 NA 0.19 1.3 2 2

2,4-Dimethylphenol 100 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.076 NA 1.00 2.4 2.5 5

2,4-Dinitrophenol 10 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


3.880 NA 10.00 1.6 5 10

2,4-Dinitrotoluene 0.049 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.131 NA 1.00 0.55 0.75 1

2,6-Dinitrotoluene -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.084 NA 1.00 0.48 0.5 1

2-Chloronaphthalene 800 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.082 NA 0.19 0.24 0.5 2

2-Chlorophenol 30 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.047 NA 1.00 0.82 2.5 5

2-Methylnaphthalene -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.115 NA 0.19 0.21 0.5 1

2-Methylphenol -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.235 NA 1.00 0.89 1 2

2-Nitroaniline -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.227 NA 5.00 0.28 1 5

2-Nitrophenol -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.095 NA 1.00 0.96 2.5 5

3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine 0.021 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.336 NA 1.00 0.51 1 2



0.162 NA 5.00 0.39 1 5

4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol 2 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


1.710 NA 5.00 1.3 2.5 5

4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.135 NA 1.00 0.4 0.5 2

4-Chloro-3-methylphenol 500 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.077 NA 1.00 0.89 2.5 5

4-Chloroaniline -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.049 NA 1.00 0.34 1 5

4-Chlorophenyl phenyl ether -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.115 NA 1.00 0.37 0.5 2




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ug/L) 2


MDL (ug/L) 2


LOD (ug/L) 2


LOQ (ug/L) 2



0.153 NA 5.00 0.44 1 5

4-Nitrophenol -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.223 NA 5.00 1.2 2.5 10

Acenaphthene 70 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.072 NA 0.19 0.19 0.5 1

Acenaphthylene -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.060 NA 0.19 0.14 0.5 1

Acetophenone -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.094 NA 1.00 0.21 0.5 2

Anthracene 300 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.056 NA 0.19 0.21 0.5 1

Atrazine -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.281 NA 1.00 0.45 1 2

Benzaldehyde -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.136 NA 1.00 0.29 1 5

Benzo[a]anthracene 0.0012 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.119 NA 0.19 0.2 0.5 1

Benzo[a]pyrene 0.0012 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.089 NA 0.19 0.21 0.5 1

Benzo[b]fluoranthene 0.0012 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.066 NA 0.19 0.21 0.5 1

Benzo[g,h,i]perylene -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.082 NA 0.19 0.34 0.5 1

Benzo[k]fluoranthene 0.012 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.185 NA 0.19 0.21 0.5 1

Bis(2-chloroethoxy)methane -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.063 NA 1.00 0.28 0.5 2

Bis(2-chloroethyl)ether 0.03 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.058 NA 0.19 0.25 0.5 2

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate 0.32 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


1.920 NA 2.00 1.7 1.8 2

Butyl benzyl phthalate 0.1 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.696 NA 1.00 0.46 0.5 2

Caprolactam -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.570 NA 5.00 0.65 1 2

Carbazole -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.063 NA 0.19 0.23 0.5 1

Chrysene 0.12 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.084 NA 0.19 0.18 0.5 1

Dibenz(a,h)anthracene 0.00012 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.078 NA 0.19 0.33 0.5 1

Dibenzofuran -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.116 NA 1.00 0.22 0.5 5

Diethyl phthalate 600 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.130 NA 1.00 0.26 0.5 2

Dimethyl phthalate 2000 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.065 NA 1.00 0.22 0.5 2




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (ug/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (ug/L) 2


MDL (ug/L) 2


LOD (ug/L) 2


LOQ (ug/L) 2

Di-n-butyl phthalate 20 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.141 NA 1.00 0.5 1 2

Di-n-octyl phthalate -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.117 NA 1.00 0.23 0.5 2

Fluoranthene 20 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.120 NA 0.19 0.17 0.5 1

Fluorene 50 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.112 NA 0.19 0.17 0.5 1

Hexachlorobenzene 0.000079 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.104 NA 0.19 0.33 0.5 1

Hexachlorobutadiene 0.01 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.057 NA 0.19 0.49 1 1

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene 4 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.053 NA 1.00 2.8 5 10

Hexachloroethane 0.1 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.071 NA 1.00 0.39 1 2

Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene 0.0012 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.077 NA 0.19 0.33 0.5 1

Isophorone 34 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.061 NA 1.00 0.28 1 2

Methylphenol, 3 & 4 -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.242 NA 1.00 0.88 1 2

Naphthalene -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.175 NA 0.19 0.23 0.5 1

Nitrobenzene 17 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.134 NA 2.00 0.64 1 2

N-Nitrosodi-n-propylamine 0.005 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.068 NA 0.19 0.48 1 2

N-Nitrosodiphenylamine 3.3 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.106 NA 1.00 0.22 0.5 5

Pentachlorophenol 0.03 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.271 NA 5.00 1.4 2 4

Phenanthrene -- Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.129 NA 0.19 0.18 0.5 1

Phenol 4000 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.299 NA 1.00 0.39 1 2

Pyrene 20 ug/L Most stringent WQ criterion as per WS #15a table


0.092 NA 0.19 0.22 0.5 1

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. Note: quantiation limits for select constituents are greater than the project

quantitation limit goal and the PAL. The use of more sensitive analytical methods was assessed, with the decision to utilize the given proven, high volume, commercial available methodologies with increased decision limits as applicable.

2 Primary laboratory for the pore-water and water column programs will be will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).

Primary laboratory for the DRET elutriate (only) will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15o Petroleum Hydrocarbons (Solid)



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL

Reference


Limit Goal 1

Primary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

GRO* -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at

least ≤ PAL 64.2 NA 100 5 5 10

DRO* -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at

least ≤ PAL 7.59 NA 16.7 2.9 7.5 10

ORO* -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible; at

least ≤ PAL 7.59 NA 16.7 2.9 7.5 10



* Carbon ranges are C6-C10 for GRO, C10-C28 for DRO, and C28-C40 for ORO.



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15p Volatile Organics (Solid)

Matrix: Solid (Soil)

Analytical Method: SW-846 8260C (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL

Reference


Limit Goal 1

Primary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

1,1,1-Trichloroethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value

≤ ½PAL if possible; at

least ≤ PAL 0.126 NA 0.25 0.58 1.0 2.0

1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.149 NA 0.25 0.25 0.50 2.0

1,1,2-Trichloro-1,2,2-

trifluoroethane --

OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0955 NA 0.25 0.67 1.0 5.0

1,1,2-Trichloroethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.12 NA 0.25 0.42 1.0 2.0

1,1-Dichloroethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0905 NA 0.25 0.26 0.50 1.0

1,1-Dichloroethene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.143 NA 0.25 0.71 0.75 1.0

1,2-Dibromo-3-Chloropropane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.154 NA 0.25 0.67 1.0 2.0

1,2-Dichlorobenzene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.201 NA 0.25 0.52 0.75 1.0

1,2-Dichloroethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0726 NA 0.25 0.18 0.50 1.0

1,2-Dichloropropane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.123 NA 0.25 0.40 1.0 2.0

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0806 NA 0.25 1.0 1.0 5.0


Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0797 NA 0.25 0.29 0.50 1.0


Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.051 NA 0.25 0.48 0.50 1.0

2-Butanone (MEK) -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.145 NA 0.25 5.2 7.5 10.0

2-Hexanone -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.21 NA 0.25 2.8 3.0 5.0

4-Methyl-2-pentanone (MIBK) -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0928 NA 0.25 1.8 2.0 5.0

Acetone -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.158 NA 1 6.4 7.5 10

Benzene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0981 NA 0.25 0.11 0.25 0.50

Bromoform -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.131 NA 0.25 0.31 1.0 5.0

Bromomethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.225 NA 0.25 0.70 1.0 5.0



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL

Reference


Limit Goal 1

Primary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Carbon disulfide -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.151 NA 0.25 0.61 1.0 2.0

Carbon tetrachloride -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.166 NA 0.25 0.65 1.0 2.0

Chlorobenzene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0787 NA 0.25 0.29 1.0 2.0

Chlorodibromomethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.12 NA 0.25 0.38 0.50 2.0

Chloroform -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.106 NA 0.25 0.32 0.50 2.0

Chloromethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.193 NA 0.25 0.99 1.0 5.0

Chloroethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.129 NA 0.25 0.90 2.0 5.0

cis-1,2-Dichloroethene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0787 NA 0.25 0.40 1.0 1.0

cis-1,3-Dichloropropene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0799 NA 0.25 0.38 0.50 2.0

Dichlorobromomethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.118 NA 0.25 0.24 0.50 2.0

Dichlorodifluoromethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.146 NA 0.25 0.61 2.0 5.0

Ethylbenzene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.108 NA 0.25 0.29 0.50 1.0

1,2-Dibromoethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.137 NA 0.25 0.25 1.0 1.0

Cyclohexane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0611 NA 0.25 0.34 1.0 2.0

Isopropylbenzene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.116 NA 0.25 0.25 0.50 2.0

Methyl acetate -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.295 NA 1.25 2.5 3.0 5.0

Methyl tert-butyl ether -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.184 NA 0.25 0.43 0.50 1.0

Methylcyclohexane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.105 NA 0.25 0.55 1.0 2.0

Methylene Chloride -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.118 NA 0.25 2.5 2.5 5.0

m-Xylene & p-Xylene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0937 NA 0.25 NA NA NA

o-Xylene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.122 NA 0.25 NA NA NA

Styrene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0666 NA 0.25 0.50 0.50 2.0



Analyte Project

Action Limit (PAL)

PAL

Reference


Limit Goal 1

Primary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Secondary

Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Tetrachloroethene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.1 NA 0.25 0.64 1.0 2.0

Toluene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0843 NA 0.25 0.55 0.75 1.0

trans-1,2-Dichloroethene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.127 NA 0.25 0.58 0.75 1.0

trans-1,3-Dichloropropene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0864 NA 0.25 0.24 1.0 2.0

Trichloroethene -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0751 NA 0.25 0.55 0.75 1.0

Trichlorofluoromethane -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.0728 NA 0.25 0.48 1.0 5.0

Vinyl chloride -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.184 NA 0.25 0.77 1.0 2.0

Xylenes, Total -- OU 2 ROD or

Background Value


least ≤ PAL 0.215 NA 0.5 0.25 0.50 1.0





Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15q Mercury, Copper and Lead / Mercury/Metals (Solid)


Analytical Method: SW-846 6010C, 7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Mercury 0.074 mg/kg OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0053 0.025 0.033 0.0037 NA 0.0165

Copper 63 mg/kg OU 2 ROD

Background Value ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.396 0.5 2.5 0.0836 NA 1.25

Lead 130 mg/kg OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.344 0.5 2 0.124 NA 0.500

Analyte (DRET-related Sediment) Project Action

Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Antimony -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.170 NA 0.500 0.0565 0.5 1

Arsenic -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.138 NA 0.500 0.0302 0.5 1

Beryllium -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.0115 NA 0.200 0.0085 0.25 0.5

Cadmium -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.0182 NA 0.250 0.0056 1 2

Chromium -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.0613 NA 0.250 0.0316 1.5 2

Copper 63 mg/kg OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.0836 NA 1.25 0.396 0.5 2.5

Lead 130 mg/kg OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.124 NA 0.500 0.344 0.5 2


at least ≤ PAL 0.00370 NA 0.0165 0.0053 0.025 0.033

Nickel -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.124 NA 2.00 0.0205 1.5 2

Selenium -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.258 NA 0.500 0.02 0.25 0.5

Silver -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.0527 NA 0.250 0.005 0.25 0.5

Thallium -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.105 NA 1.00 0.0033 0.5 1

Zinc -- OU 2 ROD


at least ≤ PAL 0.539 NA 1.00 0.1046 3 5


2 Primary laboratory for the sediment samples (mercury, copper, lead) will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).

Primary laboratory for the DRET-related sediment (PP metals) will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Analyte (Soil) Project Action

Limit (PAL) PAL


Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2

Aluminum 6800 / 10800 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


1.42 NA 10.0 0.9226 15 25

Antimony <DL / <DL New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.170 NA 0.500 0.0565 0.5 1

Arsenic 5.2 / 13.6 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.138 NA 0.500 0.0302 0.5 1

Barium 28.3 / 65.8 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.536 NA 10.0 0.0454 0.3 0.5

Beryllium <DL / 0.68 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.0115 NA 0.200 0.0085 0.25 0.5

Cadmium <DL / <DL New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.0182 NA 0.250 0.0056 1 2

Calcium 995 / 2000 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


13.1 NA 250 3.1686 75 125

Chromium 11.8 / 34.7 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.0613 NA 0.250 0.0316 1.5 2

Cobalt <DL / <DL New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.147 NA 2.50 0.0017 0.15 0.25

Copper 9.3 / 33.3 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.0836 NA 1.25 0.0502 1 2

Iron 8830 / 21100 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


2.53 NA 5.00 0.6246 15 25

Lead 37.6 / 144 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.124 NA 0.500 0.009 0.5 1

Magnesium 673 / 1870 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


16.5 NA 250 0.477 75 125

Manganese 62.4 / 206 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.0813 NA 0.750 0.041 0.5 1

Mercury <DL / 0.21 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.00370 NA 0.0165 0.0053 0.025 0.033

Nickel <DL / 12.3 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.124 NA 2.00 0.0205 1.5 2

Potassium <DL / 1750 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


17.4 NA 250 0.9545 75 125

Selenium <DL / <DL New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.258 NA 0.500 0.02 0.25 0.5

Silver <DL / <DL New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.0527 NA 0.250 0.005 0.25 0.5

Sodium <DL / <DL New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


13.0 NA 250 0.8165 75 125

Thallium <DL / <DL New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.105 NA 1.00 0.0033 0.5 1

Vanadium 16 / 35.5 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.348 NA 2.50 0.0221 0.6 1

Zinc 39.9 / 106 New Jersey Urban Coastal Plain Ambient Concentrations - Median / 90th Percentile


0.539 NA 1.00 0.1046 3 5


2 Primary laboratory for the soil samples (TAL metals) will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15r Mercury/Metals (Aqueous)


Analytical Method: SW-846 6020A, 7470A or EPA 1631E (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte (Pore Water; Surface Water)

Project Action

Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory MDL (µg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (µg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (µg/L) 2


MDL (µg/L) 2


LOD (µg/L) 2


LOQ (µg/L) 2

Mercury (Low Level; 1631E) 0.05 µg/L (50 ng/L) Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.228 ng/L NA 0.5 ng/L 0.140 ng/L NA 0.5 ng/L

Copper 5.6 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 2.8 NA 4 1.04 NA 2

Lead 2.5 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.53 NA 1 0.318 NA 1

Analyte (DRET Elutriate) Project Action

Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory MDL (µg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (µg/L) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (µg/L) 2


MDL (µg/L) 2


LOD (µg/L) 2


LOQ (µg/L) 2

Antimony 5.6 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.4434 NA 2 0.8394 2 4

Arsenic 0.017 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.220 NA 1 0.4119 2 3

Beryllium 4 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.131 NA 1 0.0167 0.5 1

Cadmium 0.25 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.0781 NA 1 0.0747 4 6

Chromium 74 µg/L or calculated

value if lower Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.378 NA 2 0.1324 6 8

Copper 5.6 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 1.04 NA 2 1.0596 8 10

Lead 2.5 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.318 NA 1 0.3078 2 3

Mercury (7470A) 0.05 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.0653 NA 0.2 0.0467 0.15 0.2

Nickel 22 µg/L or calculated



at least ≤ PAL 0.271 NA 1 0.0731 6 8

Selenium 5 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 1.27 NA 5 0.4072 1 2

Silver 1.9 µg/L or calculated



at least ≤ PAL 0.200 NA 1 0.1262 1 2

Thallium 0.24 µg/L Most stringent WQ criterion


at least ≤ PAL 0.0531 NA 1 0.388 1 2

Zinc 81 µg/L or calculated



at least ≤ PAL 2.65 NA 5 1.8034 15 20

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. Note: quantiation limits for select constituents are greater than the project

quantitation limit goal and the PAL. The use of more sensitive analytical methods was assessed, with the decision to utilize the given proven, high volume, commercial available methodologies with increased decision limits as applicable.

2 Primary laboratory for the water samples (low-level mercury, copper, lead) will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh ((includes intercompany transfer to TestAmerica-North Canton).

Primary laboratory for the DRET/CST Elutriate (PP metals) will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest. Refer to Worksheets #19 & #30.



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15s Mercury, Copper and Lead (Tissue)

Matrix: Tissue

Analytical Method: SW-846 6010C, 7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD (mg/kg) 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ (mg/kg) 2


MDL (mg/kg) 2


LOD (mg/kg) 2


LOQ (mg/kg) 2


at least ≤ PAL 0.0053 0.025 0.033 0.0037 NA 0.0165

Copper -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at

least ≤ PAL 0.396 0.5 2.5 0.0836 NA 1.25

Lead -- OU 2 ROD ≤ ½PAL if possible; at

least ≤ PAL 0.344 0.5 2 0.124 NA 0.500


2 Primary laboratory will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15t Waste Classification Parameters (TCLP/RCRA)

Matrix: Solid (Sediment, IDW)/Aqueous (TCLP Extract, IDW)

Analytical Method: SW-846 1311 / SW-846 8260C, 8270D, 8081B, 8151A, 6010C, 7470A; SW-846 9045D, 1020B, 9014, 9034/9030B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

1,1-Dichloroethene mg/L 0.7 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.114 NA 0.2 0.001 0.0038 0.005

1,2-Dichloroethane mg/L 0.5 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0581 NA 0.2 0.002 0.0025 0.005

2-Butanone mg/L 200 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.116 NA 0.2 0.0095 0.05 0.1

Benzene mg/L 0.5 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0785 NA 0.2 0.0007 0.0013 0.0025

Carbon Tetrachloride mg/L 0.5 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.133 NA 0.2 0.0027 0.0038 0.005

Chlorobenzene mg/L 100 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.063 NA 0.2 0.00087 0.0025 0.005

Chloroform mg/L 6.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0845 NA 0.2 0.0011 0.0025 0.005

Tetrachloroethene mg/L 0.7 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.08 NA 0.2 0.0012 0.0025 0.005

Trichloroethene mg/L 0.5 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0601 NA 0.2 0.0013 0.0025 0.005

Vinyl chloride mg/L 0.2 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.147 NA 0.2 0.0016 0.0025 0.005

1,4-Dichlorobenzene mg/L 7.5 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00464 NA 0.05 0.0017 0.01 0.02

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol mg/L 400 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00787 NA 0.05 0.013 0.025 0.05

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol mg/L 2.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00973 NA 0.05 0.0092 0.025 0.05

2,4-Dinitrotoluene mg/L 0.13 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00779 NA 0.05 0.0055 0.01 0.02

2-Methylphenol mg/L 200 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00425 NA 0.05 0.0089 0.015 0.02

3- and/or 4-Methylphenol mg/L 200 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00833 NA 0.05 0.0088 0.015 0.02

Hexachlorobenzene mg/L 0.13 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00575 NA 0.05 0.0033 0.01 0.02

Hexachlorobutadiene mg/L 0.5 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00818 NA 0.05 0.0049 0.005 0.01

Hexachloroethane mg/L 3.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00422 NA 0.05 0.0039 0.025 0.05

Nitrobenzene mg/L 2.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0118 NA 0.05 0.0064 0.01 0.02

Pentachlorophenol mg/L 100 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00775 NA 0.25 0.014 0.025 0.1

Pyridine mg/L 5.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00857 NA 0.1 0.0039 0.01 0.02




Limit (PAL)

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

Chlordane mg/L 0.03 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00241 NA 0.005 0.0011 0.0025 0.005

Endrin mg/L 0.02 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000258 NA 0.0005 0.00005 0.000075 0.0001

gamma-BHC (Lindane) mg/L 0.4 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000161 NA 0.0005 0.000028 0.00005 0.0001

Heptachlor mg/L 0.008 mg/L (total) 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000169 NA 0.0005 0.000038 0.00005 0.0001

Heptachlor Epoxide mg/L 0.008 mg/L (total) 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000188 NA 0.0005 0.000065 0.000075 0.0001

Methoxychlor mg/L 10 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000191 NA 0.0005 0.000057 0.0001 0.0002

Toxaphene mg/L 0.5 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.0171 NA 0.04 0.0018 0.002 0.0025

2,4,5-TP mg/L 1.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00107 NA 0.01 0.00047 0.00075 0.0015

2,4-D mg/L 10 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00453 NA 0.04 0.0039 0.004 0.005

Arsenic mg/L 5.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00411 NA 0.05 0.0108 0.025 0.5

Barium mg/L 100 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00112 NA 0.2 0.0022 0.05 1

Cadmium mg/L 1.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000164 NA 0.05 0.002 0.01 0.02

Chromium mg/L 5.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.000782 NA 0.05 0.0041 0.025 0.05

Lead mg/L 5.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00285 NA 0.05 0.0115 0.025 0.5

Mercury mg/L 0.2 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 6.53E-05 NA 0.0002 0.0000467 0.00015 0.0002

Selenium mg/L 1.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00363 NA 0.05 0.0204 0.025 0.5

Silver mg/L 5.0 mg/L 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.00085 NA 0.05 0.0044 0.02 0.05

Corrosivity by pH SU pH ≤ 2 or ≥ 12.5 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL NA NA 0.1 NA NA NA

Cyanide 3 mg/L NA 3 NA 3 NA 0.0017 NA 0.01 0.05 0.2 0.2

Ignitability °F <140°F (60°C) 40 CFR Section 261 ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 1 NA 1 NA NA NA

Sulfide 3 mg/L NA 3 NA 3 NA 0.5897 NA 3 11.88 80 100

Paint Filter Test NA No Free Liquid NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. . 2 Primary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30). 3. Cyanide and sulfide will be analyzed by the laboratory for informational purposes only. Determination of reactivity will be in accordance with 40 CFR 261.23.



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15u Underlying Hazardous Constituents (Solid)

Matrix: Solid (UHCs in Sediment)

Analytical Method: SW-846 8270D, 8081B, 8151A, 8082A, 6010C, 7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Analyte Units

Project Action

Limit (PAL) [mg/kg]

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

Acenaphthene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);

UTS (TCLP values) ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 1.12 NA 3.35 11 33 33

Acenaphthylene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.13 NA 3.35 17 20 33

Anthracene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.23 NA 3.35 20 25 33

Benzo[a]anthracene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.32 NA 3.35 9.4 17 33

Benzo[a]pyrene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.38 NA 3.35 15 17 33

Benzo[b]fluoranthene ug/kg 68 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.45 NA 3.35 15 17 33

Benzo[g,h,i]perylene ug/kg 18 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.45 NA 3.35 17 17 33

Benzo[k]fluoranthene ug/kg 68 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.15 NA 3.35 16 17 33

Bis(2-chloroethyl)ether ug/kg 60 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.984 NA 3.35 14 17 67

Bis(2-chloroethoxy)methane ug/kg 72 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.961 NA 16.5 7.1 17 67

2,2'-oxybis[1-chloropropane] ug/kg 72 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.08 NA 3.35 12 17 67

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 11.2 NA 33.4 7.8 33 67

4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether ug/kg 150 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.59 NA 16.5 13 17 67

Butyl benzyl phthalate ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 12.4 NA 16.5 8.1 33 67

4-Chloroaniline ug/kg 160 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.933 NA 16.5 12 33 170

2-Chloronaphthalene ug/kg 56 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.09 NA 3.35 7.9 33 67

4-Chlorophenyl phenyl ether ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.20 NA 16.5 11 17 67

Chrysene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.30 NA 3.35 10 17 33

Dibenz(a,h)anthracene ug/kg 82 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.38 NA 3.35 15 17 33

Dibenzofuran ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.33 NA 16.5 14 17 67

Di-n-butyl phthalate ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.32 NA 16.5 5.4 17 67



Analyte Units

Project Action

Limit (PAL) [mg/kg]

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 6.93 NA 16.5 28 33 67

Diethyl phthalate ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.48 NA 16.5 7.1 17 67

Dimethyl phthalate ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.16 NA 16.5 5.9 17 67

2,4-Dinitrotoluene ug/kg 1400 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 2.21 NA 16.5 10 17 33

2,6-Dinitrotoluene ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.16 NA 16.5 17 25 33

Di-n-octyl phthalate ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.98 NA 16.5 8.3 17 67

Fluoranthene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.31 NA 3.35 15 17 33

Fluorene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.19 NA 3.35 15 33 33

Hexachlorobenzene ug/kg 100 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.34 NA 3.35 8.4 17 67

Hexachlorobutadiene ug/kg 56 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.05 NA 3.35 13 17 33

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene ug/kg 24 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.41 NA 16.5 13 33 330

Hexachloroethane ug/kg 300 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.20 NA 16.5 16 33 170

Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene ug/kg 34 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.29 NA 3.35 16 33 33

Isophorone ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.922 NA 16.5 7.1 17 67

2-Methylnaphthalene ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.28 NA 3.35 7.5 17 67

Naphthalene ug/kg 56 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.20 NA 3.35 9.4 17 33

2-Nitroaniline ug/kg 140 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 5.72 NA 85.0 7.9 170 170

3-Nitroaniline ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 4.86 NA 85.0 8.3 170 170

4-Nitroaniline ug/kg 280 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 5.97 NA 85.0 8.6 170 170

Nitrobenzene ug/kg 140 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.27 NA 33.4 13 17 67

N-Nitrosodi-n-propylamine ug/kg 140 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.13 NA 3.35 9.6 17 67

N-Nitrosodiphenylamine ug/kg 130 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 2.62 NA 16.5 12 33 170

Phenanthrene ug/kg 56 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.39 NA 3.35 11 17 33

Pyrene ug/kg 82 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.48 NA 3.35 11 17 33



Analyte Units

Project Action

Limit (PAL) [mg/kg]

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

Carbazole ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.42 NA 3.35 4.8 33 67

Acetophenone ug/kg 97 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.15 NA 33.5 7.2 17 170

Atrazine ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 2.30 NA 33.5 14 33 67

Benzaldehyde ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.09 NA 33.5 8.3 17 170

1,1'-Biphenyl ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.32 NA 16.5 4.6 17 67

Caprolactam ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 7.89 NA 85.0 13 33 67

4-Chloro-3-methylphenol ug/kg 140 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.75 NA 16.5 20 83 170

2-Chlorophenol ug/kg 57 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.20 NA 16.5 16 33 67

2-Methylphenol ug/kg 56 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.47 NA 16.5 21 33 67

Methylphenol, 3 & 4 ug/kg 56 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.48 NA 16.5 27 33 67

2,4-Dichlorophenol ug/kg 140 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.36 NA 3.35 28 83 170

2,4-Dimethylphenol ug/kg 140 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.29 NA 16.5 59 83 170

2,4-Dinitrophenol ug/kg 1600 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 33.7 NA 165 130 130 170

4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol ug/kg 1600 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 60.8 NA 85.0 36 83 170

2-Nitrophenol ug/kg 130 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.22 NA 16.5 22 83 170

4-Nitrophenol ug/kg 290 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 17.5 NA 85.0 89 170 330

Pentachlorophenol ug/kg 74 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 31.5 NA 85.0 31 83 130

Phenol ug/kg 62 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 2.25 NA 16.5 17 33 67

2,4,5-Trichlorophenol ug/kg 74 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.59 NA 16.5 25 83 170

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol ug/kg 74 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.46 NA 16.5 20 83 170

Aldrin ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.013 NA 0.0417 0.32 0.34 0.67

alpha-BHC ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0103 NA 0.0417 0.36 0.5 0.67

beta-BHC ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0107 NA 0.0417 0.42 0.5 0.67

delta-BHC ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0132 NA 0.0417 0.3 0.34 0.67



Analyte Units

Project Action

Limit (PAL) [mg/kg]

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

gamma-BHC (Lindane) ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0143 NA 0.0417 0.3 0.34 0.67

alpha-Chlordane ug/kg 2.6 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0105 NA 0.0417 0.32 0.34 0.67

gamma-Chlordane ug/kg 2.6 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0097 NA 0.0417 0.3 0.34 0.67

4,4'-DDD ug/kg 0.87 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0112 NA 0.0417 0.43 0.5 0.67

4,4'-DDE ug/kg 0.87 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0085 NA 0.0417 0.35 0.5 0.67

4,4'-DDT ug/kg 0.87 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0159 NA 0.0417 0.4 0.5 0.67

Dieldrin ug/kg 1.3 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0105 NA 0.0417 0.34 0.5 0.67

Endosulfan I ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0113 NA 0.0417 0.35 0.5 0.67

Endosulfan II ug/kg 1.3 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0092 NA 0.0417 0.35 0.5 0.67

Endosulfan sulfate ug/kg 1.3 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0109 NA 0.0417 0.27 0.34 0.67

Endrin ug/kg 1.3 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0163 NA 0.0417 0.31 0.34 0.67

Endrin aldehyde ug/kg 1.3 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0149 NA 0.0417 0.4 0.5 0.67

Endrin ketone ug/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0149 NA 0.0417 0.52 0.54 0.67

Heptachlor ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0131 NA 0.0417 0.33 0.5 0.67

Heptachlor epoxide ug/kg 0.66 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0107 NA 0.0417 0.36 0.5 0.67

Methoxychlor ug/kg 1.8 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.0163 NA 0.0417 0.33 0.5 1.3

Toxaphene ug/kg 26 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.13 NA 1.67 7 8.4 17

2,4-D ug/kg 100 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 26.1 NA 80.0 23 27 34

2,4,5-T ug/kg 79 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 6.32 NA 20.0 3.1 3.4 6.7

Silvex (2,4,5-TP) ug/kg 79 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 6.63 NA 20.0 5.7 6 6.7

Aroclor 1016 ug/kg 100 [Total PCBs] 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 8.84 NA 16.667 1.7 1.7 3.4



at least ≤ PAL 8.63 NA 16.667 1.6 1.7 3.4



at least ≤ PAL 6.598 NA 16.667 1.3 1.7 3.4



at least ≤ PAL 13.244 NA 16.667 1.2 1.7 3.4



Analyte Units

Project Action

Limit (PAL) [mg/kg]

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2



at least ≤ PAL 7.954 NA 16.667 2.1 2.3 3.4



at least ≤ PAL 7.308 NA 16.667 1.7 2.3 3.4



at least ≤ PAL 11.128 NA 16.667 1.4 1.7 3.4

Aluminum mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 7.624 NA 20 0.9226 15 25

Antimony mg/kg 1.15 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.3546 NA 1 0.0565 0.5 1

Arsenic mg/kg 5.0 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.441 NA 1 0.0302 0.5 1

Barium mg/kg 21 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 5.368 NA 20 0.0454 0.3 0.5

Beryllium mg/kg 1.22 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.1046 NA 0.4 0.0085 0.25 0.5

Cadmium mg/kg 0.11 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.1122 NA 0.5 0.0056 1 2

Calcium mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 138.3 NA 500 3.1686 75 125

Chromium mg/kg 0.60 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.1299 NA 0.5 0.0316 1.5 2

Cobalt mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.124 NA 5 0.0017 0.15 0.25

Copper mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.7687 NA 2.5 0.0502 1 2

Iron mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 5.533 NA 10 0.6246 15 25

Lead mg/kg 0.75 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.3282 NA 1 0.009 0.5 1

Magnesium mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 127.4 NA 500 0.477 75 125

Manganese mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.4054 NA 1.5 0.041 0.5 1

Mercury mg/kg 0.025 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.00739 NA 0.033 0.0053 0.025 0.033

Nickel mg/kg 11 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.9004 NA 4 0.0205 1.5 2

Potassium mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 119.1 NA 500 0.9545 75 125

Selenium mg/kg 5.7 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.3961 NA 1 0.02 0.25 0.5

Silver mg/kg 0.14 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.166 NA 0.5 0.005 0.25 0.5

Sodium mg/kg -- 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 139.1 NA 500 0.8165 75 125

Thallium mg/kg 0.20 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 0.4993 NA 2 0.0033 0.5 1



Analyte Units

Project Action

Limit (PAL) [mg/kg]

PAL Reference


Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

Vanadium mg/kg 1.6 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.555 NA 5 0.0221 0.6 1

Zinc mg/kg 4.3 mg/l TCLP 10x UTS (soil values);


at least ≤ PAL 1.015 NA 2 0.1046 3 5

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. .




Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15v General Soil Chemistry (Solids)


Analytical Method: Lloyd Kahn (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL) PAL


Limit Goal 1

Primary 2/ Secondary 3 Laboratory

MDL (mg/kg)


LOD (mg/kg)


LOQ (mg/kg)


MDL (mg/kg)


LOD (mg/kg)


LOQ (mg/kg)

Total Organic Carbon -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 490 500 1000 746 NA 1000

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. 2 Primary laboratory will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30). 3 For the Sediment Waste Characterization, soils and DRET-related sediments only, primary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).

Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15w General Water Chemistry (Aqueous)

Matrix: Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate, CST Elutriate)

Analytical Method: SW-846 9060A (TOC, DOC); Lloyd Kahn on filtered material (POC); SM 2540 (SSC/TSS) (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL) PAL


Limit Goal 1

Primary 2 / Secondary 3 Laboratory MDL (mg/L)

Primary 2 / Secondary 3 Laboratory LOD (mg/L)

Primary 2 / Secondary 3 Laboratory LOQ (mg/L)

Primary 3 / Secondary 2 Laboratory MDL (mg/L)

Primary 3 / Secondary 2 Laboratory LOD (mg/L)

Primary 3 / Secondary 2 Laboratory LOQ (mg/L)

Total Organic Carbon -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.42 0.5 1.0 0.508 0.750 1.00

Dissolved Organic Carbon -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.42 0.5 1.0 0.508 0.750 1.00

Particulate Organic Carbon (mg/kg) -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 490 mg/kg 500 mg/kg 1000 mg/kg Not applicable to DRET/CST program

Suspended Sediment Concentration -- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.57 NA 4 0.5 NA 0.5

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. 2 For the water samples, primary laboratory will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30). 3 For the elutriate samples, primary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; secondary laboratory will be SGS Accutest (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #15: Project Action Limits and Laboratory-Specific Limits - #15x Lipid Content (Tissue)

Matrix: Tissue

Analytical Method: Method 1613 Section 2.1.3.1 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Limit (PAL) PAL


Limit Goal 1

Primary Laboratory

MDL 2

Primary Laboratory

LOD 2

Primary Laboratory

LOQ 2


MDL 2


LOD 2


LOQ 2

Lipid Content Percent by Weight (%)

-- -- ≤ ½PAL if possible;

at least ≤ PAL 0.081 0.1 0.4 0.03 NA 0.1

1 The project quantitation limit goal will be a LOD at or below the PAL, preferably one-half the PAL to account for the potential for dilution and matrix interferences. 2 Primary laboratory will be SGS Accutest; secondary laboratory will be TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (refer to Worksheets #19 & #30).



Worksheet #17: Sampling Design and Rationale

The primary objective of the field investigation events is to gather the additional site-specific information

that is required to develop the RD, including the following elements:

• Dredging and capping design.

• Dredged material management design.

• Habitat restoration design.

• Archeological, cultural, and permitting.

Field activities are summarized in this UFP-QAPP; details are provided in the PDI WP and the associated

element-specific subsidiary plans provided as appendices and the SWMP. The work will proceed in a

phased approach with the collection of data sequenced to provide information to support the development

of subsequent data collection and RD.

As part of the scope, a review of historical data (see Worksheet #13) was completed to identify usable data

for the specific investigation elements and design purposes. Data gaps were identified, and data collection

approaches were tailored as applicable. Discussion of historical data, data gaps, and the rationale for the

selected approaches were detailed in the applicable plans (note: plans are listed in Worksheets #14 & #16,

“Project Tasks and Schedule”).

Pre-Design Investigation

The PDI consists of a number of elements including multiple proposed investigation events, review of

historical data, and proposed new data acquisition and analysis. The PDI will proceed in a phased approach

with the development of individual element-specific work plans and collection of data sequenced to provide

information to support the development of subsequent data collection and analyses. The PDI WP provides

a summary of the PDI elements; fully developed plans for each element were provided as appendices to

the PDI WP and are referenced accordingly below.

Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline and Debris Surveys (Appendix A to PDI WP)

Geophysical and bathymetric data will be collected to support the dredging and engineered cap design.

The survey results will also support planning for sediment coring for chemical characterization, geotechnical

evaluation and waste disposal characterization, pore-water and water column sampling design, fish study,

cultural resources survey, and habitat survey requirements. A geophysical survey will be performed to

provide a reconnaissance-level map of debris and utilities located on the river bottom or in the shallow

subsurface of the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR. This effort will be conducted to support pre-construction debris

removal planning and to locate utilities for avoidance and protection during construction.

The geophysical, bathymetric, shoreline, and debris survey elements of the PDI will be addressed by

performing field surveys on the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR consisting of the following four work tasks:

• Bathymetric Survey - Full OU 2 multibeam bathymetry of the navigable river channel (less than -4

feet MLLW) and stripe coverage multibeam and single-beam bathymetry of the shallow subtidal

and intertidal zone.

• Vessel-Mounted Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) Survey - Full length OU 2 collection of

horizontal LiDAR data to derive topography of the intertidal zone and riverbank, and three-

dimensional point structures combined with horizontal shoreline photography.

• Aerial LiDAR and Photogrammetry Survey - Full length OU 2 collection of aerial LiDAR topographic

data, and vertical aerial photography.



• Marine Geophysical / Debris Survey - Full length OU 2 geophysical survey of the navigable river

channel (less than -4 feet MLLW) with sidescan sonar (SSS), subbottom profiler (SBP), and

magnetometer to derive riverbed imagery, debris, and magnetic anomaly maps.

The survey objectives along with the survey system and how the survey will support the PDI elements and

RD are summarized below:



Method/ Equipment Survey Objective Data Objective Supported PDI Elements

WP Element: Bathymetric Survey

Equipment: Multibeam echosounder (MBE) and single-beam echosounder (SBE)

• Collect full-coverage MBE data in OU 2 in areas that are accessible by boat and deep enough to survey efficiently with MBE (less than-4 feet [ft] mean lower low water [MLLW]).

• Survey shore-parallel MBE stripes at high tide to obtain coverage in the lowest elevations of the intertidal zone (-2 to 0 ft MLLW).

• Survey large shallow areas with water depths less than 6 ft using SBE at 50- to 100-ft line spacing (-4 to +2 ft MLLW).

• Survey the submerged portions of structures (e.g., bulkheads, bridge piers, abutments) with MBE at higher tide levels with sufficient detail to establish the size, elevation, features and location of the structures.

• Acquire MBE and SBE bathymetric data and VML and aerial LiDAR during separate efforts with sufficient overlap to result in bank-to-bank bathymetric- topographic coverage.

• Produce a bank-to-bank variable-density georeferenced point-cloud data set of the surface of the river-bottom, intertidal zone, and upland river banks, with minimal data gaps.

• Produce accurately geo-referenced data products by adhering to survey quality control (QC) checks.

• Deliver data that meet the accuracy standards as specified by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EM 1110-2-1003, and the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) Special Order Survey Standards.

• Produce combined MBE and SBE point cloud data sets of appropriate density as required by each PDI or design element.

• Produce work products with the geospatial data (e.g. elevation contours, gridded points, break lines) as required by each PDI or design element.

• Dredge/Cap and Engineering (RD)

• Hydrodynamic Modeling (RD)

• Debris Survey

• Utilities Survey

• Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation

• Sediment Core Collection

• Dredge Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test

• Pore-Water Sampling

• Water Column Sampling

• Cultural Resources Survey

• Fish Study

• Habitat Survey




WP Element: Vessel-Mounted LiDAR (VML) Survey

Equipment:

Vessel-mounted 2D LiDAR integrated with real-time kinematic global positioning system (RTK-GPS) and inertial motion reference system.

Automated single-lens reflex camera or multi-camera spherical imaging system mounted on and aligned with the VML for Horizontal Shoreline Photography.

• Survey the shoreline and intertidal zone during the lowest tides possible to obtain full coverage LiDAR topography of the intertidal zone above 0 ft MLLW to the top of the bank.

• Survey the above water portions of structures (e.g., bulkheads, bridge piers, abutments) at lower tide levels with sufficient detail to establish the size, elevation, and location.

• Collect overlapping, horizontally-oriented shoreline digital still photographs of all OU 2 shoreline features and structures concurrent with acquisition of VML.

• Produce a ground-level-scanned LiDAR data set of the riverbanks classified as ground, building, and vegetation following the American Society for Photogrammetry & Remote Sensing (ASPRS) classification standard.

• Merge overlapping VML and aerial point clouds collected at low tide levels to develop continuous point clouds of the intertidal zone and riverbanks.

• Produce processed point clouds of the above-water portions of structures to be merged with MBE and aerial LiDAR point clouds for each structure.

• Prepare a set of geo-referenced, annotated, horizontal still photo imagery files of the shoreline and structures along the entire length of both banks of OU 2.

• Prepare an ArcGIS track line photo index hyperlinked to geo-referenced, annotated image files.

• Prepare photographic mosaics of specific areas or selected structures of interest, as required for each PDI Element.



• Habitat Survey





WP Element: Aerial LiDAR and Photogrammetry Survey

Equipment:

Aerial LiDAR Terrain Mapper

Photogrammetric Vertical Aerial Camera

• Conduct aerial LiDAR and photography acquisition on both riverbanks of OU 2.

• Conduct acquisition during low tide to obtain LiDAR and photographic coverage to the lowest possible elevation in the intertidal zone (0 to -0.5 ft MLLW).

• Acquire LiDAR data at density sufficient for ground topography and structural classification.

• Collect vertical digital photography to provide high-resolution imagery of the intertidal zone, bulkheads, shoreline structures, debris and riverbank features.

• Survey ground control points for use in accurate georeferencing of aerial LiDAR and photogrammetry.

• Produce an aerial-level-scanned LiDAR data set of the riverbanks classified as ground, building, and bridge following the ASPRS classification standard.

• Process LiDAR and vertical aerial photography with surveyed ground control points, to produce georeferenced point clouds and orthorectified photography.

• Classify the LiDAR points as ground, building, and bridge for a distance of approximately 300 feet from the river edge.

• Produce color digital aerial orthophotos at 0.25-ft resolution.

• Conduct planimetric mapping to extract features of riverbank, bulkheads and bridges and top of bank and toe of slope.

• Prepare work products consisting of point clouds, digital photos, and GIS/CAD features for use by PDI elements.



• Habitat Survey




WP Element: Marine Geophysical / Debris Survey

Sidescan Sonar (SSS) • Acquire SSS data in conjunction with SBP and magnetometer surveys as part of a comprehensive survey to locate potential debris, utilities and cultural resources.

• Collect SSS data with sufficient range and resolution with overlapping coverage to enable identification of debris, utilities, cultural resources and bottom features.

• Process SSS data and mosaic multiple overlapping data sets to produce a fully corrected and georeferenced image.

• Visually inspect SSS data sets and preliminarily identify, document and flag data as potential debris, cultural resources and/or potential utilities if observed protruding above the river bottom.

• Cross-check targets identified with SSS to verify and validate potential targets against objects identified with MBE.

• Produce georeferenced sonar imagery that presents bed forms, sediment scour, and debris protruding above the bottom and utilities above the sediment surface.

• Identify potential items on the riverbed of possible cultural significance; prepare and deliver an ArcGIS shapefile of locations and descriptions of targets.

• Prepare a sonar target list that includes high resolution images of all acoustic anomalies including target dimensions and graphic scales.

• Archive SSS for further use in determining sediment texture, if determined necessary in the sediment core collection PDI element.

• Debris Survey




• Habitat Survey






Subbottom profiler (SBP) • Acquire SBP data in conjunction with SSS and magnetometer surveys as part of a comprehensive survey to locate potential debris, utilities and cultural resources.

• Collect cultural resources data following the guidelines set forth by the NJ HPO.

• Visually inspect SBP data sets and make preliminary identifications of potential debris, cultural resources and/or utilities.

• Cross-check targets identified with SBP to verify and validate potential targets against objects identified with MBE, SSS or magnetometer.

• Prepare ArcGIS track line charts with interpretation to targets displayed on chart.

• Prepare cross-sectional images of SBP data, with items of interest for cultural resouces.

• Archive SBP for further use in determining sediment thickness, if determined necessary in the sediment core collection PDI element.



• Debris Survey




Magnetometer • Collect magnetometer data along channel-parallel track lines spaced at not-greater-than 75-ft intervals.

• Detect surficial and shallow buried ferrous metal objects that indicate debris, utilities or potential cultural resources.

• Acquire magnetometer data in conjunction with SSS and SBP surveys as part of a comprehensive survey to locate potential debris, utilities and cultural resources.

• Visually inspect magnetometer data set and make preliminary identification of anomalies that could be representative of potential debris, cultural resources and/or utilities.

• Prepare a target detection list ASCII text file including significant feature detections with locations, detection method(s), and comments.

• Cross-check targets identified with magnetometer to verify and validate against potential targets identified with MBE or SSS.

• Debris Survey





A description of the proposed survey plan, including data types, data density, and coverage, is summarized

below:

Passaic River Surveys

Riverbed Elevation Range Approximately -30 to +10 feet mean lower low water (MLLW)

River Length Operable Unit 2 (OU 2) – 8.3 miles

River Width 250 feet to 800 feet

Bathymetric Survey Survey Coverage

Multibeam echosounder (MBE) Full coverage below -4 feet MLLW for entire 8.3 miles. Stripe-coverage running shore parallel lines during high tides at -2 to 0 feet MLLW contour to obtain overlap with SBE and tie into vessel-mounted light detection and ranging (VML)/Aerial Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) coverage1/

Single-beam echosounder (SBE) Shallow water coverage between -6 to +2 feet MLLW where required at spacing from 50 to100 feet for entire 8.3 miles 1/

Vessel-Mounted LiDAR Shoreline Survey

Survey Coverage

VML, Shoreline Horizontal Georeferenced Photography

17 miles (both sides of river) from ~0 feet MLLW to the top of bank and adjacent visible structures within the operating range of the LiDAR2/

Aerial LiDAR and Photogrammetry Survey

Survey Coverage

Aerial LiDAR OU 2 (8.3 miles), both sides of the river and a distance of ~300 feet from the river’s edge at low tide. Data collected at 8 points per square meter (10.76 feet²)

Aerial Photogrammetric Mapping Generation of orthophotography at 0.25-foot resolution

Marine Geophysical/ Debris Survey

Survey Coverage

Sidescan sonar (SSS) 200% Coverage (@50-meter/164-foot range)

Subbottom profiler (SBP) 75-foot along-channel line spacing for entire 8.3 miles (Below -4 feet MLLW)

Magnetometer 75-foot along-channel line spacing for entire 8.3 miles (Below -4 feet MLLW)

1/ In water depths less than approximately 6 feet, with the MBE head 4 feet above bottom, the swath width will be narrow (~10-16 feet), requiring line spacing on the order of 10 feet to obtain full bottom coverage. With the relativey short duration of high tides it is impractical to attempt to collect full coverage MBE data. In these shallow water areas (-4 to 0 feet MLLW) MBE stripe coverage will be collected by surveying along shore parallel lines during high tides at approximately the -2 to 0 foot MLLW contour. Also, in these shallow water areas (-6 to +2 feet MLLW), SBE bathymetry will be collected at 50-foot spacing in small areas (<~1,000 feet length) or areas of high relief, and 100-foot spacing in large areas such as Kearny Point. 2/ Data will be collected within the line of sight of the LiDAR scanner.

Utility Survey (Appendix B to PDI WP)

The main objective of the utility survey is to identify and confirm utility crossings within OU 2. GSH will

incorporate all known industry practice methodologies to conduct a comprehensive survey to identify and

confirm utility crossings within OU 2. The geophysical, bathymetric, shoreline and debris survey (above)

will provide a reconnaissance-level baseline utility survey. In addition, location of utilities prior to the

sediment coring field work will supply additional available documentation. More detailed utility mapping by

geophysical survey may be conducted to locate/delineate underwater utility crossings within OU 2, utilizing

a survey vessel equipped with pipe and cable locator transmitter and utility survey software package. If

access to some utilities is not possible, then detailed as-built drawings may be used. Finally, physical

probing via a manual probe (i.e., a Mighty Probe) may also be performed, and divers can locate cables

exposed on the surface of the sediment. If needed, GSH will further contact local entities (e.g., county, city,

township, etc.) for record drawings of utilities in public right of ways. GSH will utilize the most effective

method for each utility type.



Sediment Core Collection and Analysis

GSH will collect sediment cores for chemical analysis, geotechnical characterization and waste

characterization to provide input to dredging and engineered capping design and dredged material

handling, dewatering, transport, and disposal planning.

Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 of PDI WP)

The PDI activities include chemistry profiling of sediment to support dredging and engineered capping

design. The main objective of this work is to obtain sufficient concentration data for the COCs in OU 2 to

inform the design of engineered capping systems and mudflat reconstruction. Specific objectives include:

• Obtain sediment stratigraphy and contaminant concentration data to inform the dredgeline and the

design of the corresponding cap type and thickness utilizing dredging elutriate and column settling

testing.

• Obtain samples to be tested for waste characterization parameters to determine the disposal

requirements in conjunction with the Waste Characterization WP.

• Obtain samples to be tested for the geotechnical properties identified in the Sediment Geotechnical

Testing WP.

Sediment characterization and sampling will focus on the intervals within and just below the target dredge

depth described in the ROD as approximately 2.5 feet below the existing mudline elevation for RM 1.7 to

8.3 and 33 and 25 feet below MLW for RM 0.0 to 0.6 and RM 0.6 to 1.7, respectively. The sediment

stratigraphy and COC concentrations will be used to select the appropriate dredgeline. After the dredgeline

elevation is selected, the stratigraphy and COC concentration from the post- dredge surface will be used

to determine the cap type and thickness. Sediment samples below the capping surface interface will be

logged by the core, collected by discrete layer (i.e., not composited) and archived via freezing, to be

available for potential analysis as RD requirements warrant.

As part of the scoping, GSH reviewed pertinent background data and the pre- and post-bathymetry to

evaluate the effect Hurricane Irene and the resulting 90-year flood event had on the erosion and

depositional pattern of the sediments in the LPR. GSH’s review of the available data indicates that the

chemistry data available is inadequate to support the capping design at potential dredge elevations.

The investigative strategy used for the field sampling was designed based on a hybrid approach which uses

a series of unbiased transects and equal spaced grid across Kearney Point and the fluvial geomorphology

of the LPR. It is an approach that incorporates the transect lines typical of grid sampling, but also allows for

placement of sediment core locations based on geomorphic surface mapping. The unbiased transects will

provide the volume of data to estimate spatial statistical quantities for cap design. The geomorphic

component will help identify and define depositional and erosional patterns in the river, which will assist in

the potential adjustments needed to define the dredgeline and for cap design. The contaminant distribution

is likely deposited in some pattern (i.e. not random) but the strength of the pattern and its spatial distribution

are unclear. The multiple contaminants, multiple sources, tidal effects and anthropogenic impacts

complicate the contaminant distribution. Based on the uncertainty with the contaminant distribution, the

hybrid approach allows the benefit of both approaches and will ultimately allow us to describe and define

patterns in contaminant distribution, implement an efficient sampling design, and collect the data necessary

for RD.

Transects were placed laterally across the river (perpendicular to flow) at 0.1 mile intervals. Each transect

will have six to eight equidistant sediment core locations based on the width of the river at that transect

location. Each transect will be perpendicular to the navigation channel centerline at its intersect with the

centerline. An exclusion zone 20 feet from each bank will provide a buffer to ensure channel engineering

controls (i.e. seawalls, rip-rap) are not compromised. Kearny Point will be sampled with a triangular grid



with 360 foot centers. Geomorphic mapping was used to identify surfaces that are not sufficiently covered

by transects and equidistant core locations alone. Sediment cores were placed to cover potential gaps

between geomorphic surfaces that were not captured by the unbiased transects and equidistant core

locations. Transitional areas between transect intervals that may impact the RD were also selected. This

hybrid approach has a total of 956 sample locations. A number of these locations will have more than one

core collected due to the volume of sediment needed for the different analyses.

Sediment core collection will be conducted using an appropriate coring device for the conditions (e.g., piston

corer, check valve sampler, Russian peat borer [discrete interval sampler], sediment sonic core, or

vibracore) based on the water depth and sediment profile thickness. Poling may be conducted to delineate

shallow restrictive layers or anthropogenic features such as rip rap, the presence of which could impact the

design. The term “poling” refers to the procedure by which a pole that is marked with unit length graduations

is used to measure soft sediment thickness on the bed of a waterbody.

Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2 of PDI WP)

The PDI activities include geotechnical characterization of sediment to support dredging, engineered

capping, dewatering, and beneficial reuse design. GSH will obtain geotechnical characterization data from

sediment cores co-located with the sediment chemistry cores discussed above. The main objective of the

geotechnical tests is to determine geotechnical properties of sediment to inform the RD. GSH will also

perform treatability studies, which will provide data for sediment dewatering and potential beneficial use of

dredged sediment (to be discussed in the Treatability Studies Work Plan and Treatability Studies UFP-

QAPP, to be submitted under separate cover).

Testing objectives for the sediment geotechnical characterization include the following:

Design Elements Design Details/Analysis Geotechnical Parameters

Dredging Dredge operations, equipment selection, dredge sequence

Physical properties, which are moisture content, unit weight, specific gravity, grain size, percent solids by weight, Atterberg limits, percent organic matter

Submerged dredge cut slope stability Physical properties, shear strength

Capping Cap stability Physical properties, shear strength, consolidation

Dewatering Dewatering operations, mass balance calculations

Physical properties

Beneficial use Technical feasibility of beneficial reuse Physical properties

Geotechnical properties, specifically sediment composition, moisture content, plasticity, cohesiveness, unit

weight, organic matter, and percent solids by weight will be considered in dredging design, selection of

dredge equipment, dredge operations and during sediment handling, dewatering, and disposal. Strength

parameters will be used in submerged dredge cut slope stability analysis and bearing capacity analysis of

the engineered cap. Strength parameters for shoreline dredge slope stability analyses will be collected

during the bulkhead and shoreline evaluation field work. Consolidation parameters will be used to estimate

settlement of sediments under the load of the engineered cap. Grain size distribution, percent solids by

weight, organic matter, and sand fraction content are important parameters in beneficial reuse and alternate

use analysis.

GSH evaluated existing geotechnical data (over 60 studies) to determine the need for additional data on

geotechnical properties to support dredging, engineered capping, and dewatering design. The data gap

analysis indicated additional geotechnical testing of sediment is needed to characterize the extent and

depth of sediment to be dredged and inform the RD. Geotechnical investigation methods will include

sediment coring/sampling and laboratory testing. A total of 78 geotechnical cores are proposed for physical



characteristics only to be drilled during the sediment coring field work. A total of 35 geotechnical cores are

proposed for physical, strength, and consolidation characteristics to be drilled during the bulkhead and

shoreline evaluation field work. Additional borings beyond the total 113 borings proposed in this portion of

the PDI will be collected during bulkhead and shoreline evaluation field work.

As part of the geotechnical data evaluation, a correlation between percent organic matter and TOC will be

assessed. TOC analysis using the Lloyd Kahn method will be performed on a subset of the geotechnical

samples (i.e., at 30 of the 113 core locations, with a total of 44 samples). These sample pair results will be

evaluated as soon as possible to confirm that a useful relationship can be obtained. If the correlation is

acceptable, then the remaining 14 samples will be collected across the remainder of the program. If the

relationship indicates poor correlation, additional samples will be obtained to increase the quality of the

correlation.

Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 of PDI WP)

Waste characterization is an important element in identification, screening and selection of disposal sites

for dewatered sediment during the RD. As part of the PDI, GSH will collect an initial round of bulk sediment

samples as part of the sediment chemical core sampling program for waste characterization purposes. The

initial results will be utilized to determine if the sediment to be dredged is hazardous or non-hazardous for

disposal, if it complies with landfill permit requirements for acceptance purposes, and the appropriateness

of sediment for acceptance at different permitted facilities (i.e., Subtitle C, Subtitle D), with or without

treatment. Future sampling is expected to be completed to fulfill specific disposal facility requirements, as

those facilities are identified. Additional sampling may also be proposed as an addendum to refine areas

of the river based on locations and extents of the identified RCRA hazardous material. In addition, a

treatability study is being prepared to evaluate (1) the ability to separate sand from the sediment and (2)

post-dredged processed material for potential beneficial reuse. Details on testing and analyses for these

evaluations will be included as part of the treatability study (to be submitted under separate cover).

Sediment samples for waste characterization will be collected as part of the pre-design sediment core

sampling program in 2017. Samples will be collected for waste characterization to the depth of potential

removal based on the requirements for the authorized navigation channel depth or the potential depth of

removal for placement of the cap. Samples will be collected from 237 core locations at a frequency of

approximately one per 10,000 cubic yards (estimated at 367 samples) to preliminarily characterize the

sediment for disposal characterization and identify areas with different waste disposal profiles. Collected

sediment cores will be sampled every approximately 2.5 feet across the proposed removal depth for

analysis. Samples will be analyzed for Toxicity Characteristic waste constituents, along with parameters for

evaluation of beneficial reuse or alternate use. Additional volume of sample material will also be collected

and archived for potential future analyses to determine if any underlying contaminants Underlying

Hazardous Constituents (UHCs) are above 10 times Universal Treatment Standards (UTS), requiring

sediment to be treated prior to disposal.


Data for pore-water will be collected to support the chemical isolation cap designs, including quantifying

groundwater to surface water flux, identifying areas with potentially higher groundwater seepage and higher

COC concentrations, and analyzing pore-water concentrations. Groundwater to surface water flux will be

evaluated across the different areas of the river and pore-water will be collected from sediment that will lie

under the planned chemical isolation caps to provide data for use in the numerical cap isolation models and

to support the sediment cap design.

First, groundwater flux at the sediment interface across different areas of the river will be assessed. The

focus of the initial investigation with distributed temperature sensing (DTS) will be identifying the types of

areas with higher fluxes based on the type of sediment present and locations in the river. Based on general

groundwater to surface water flux measurements, target locations for seepage measurements (UltraSeep)



will be selected. To complement the targeted seepage measurements, groundwater hydraulic conductivity

and gradient measurements will also be collected using sets of paired piezometers. Areas will be selected

to characterize different segments of the river, sediment types, and geomorphology, as well as sediment

COC concentrations. At the completion of the sediment coring program, the data will be evaluated to

identify areas with higher sediment COC concentrations and/or where the sediment grain size is larger, and

thus, where groundwater to surface water fluxes are expected to be higher.

Two different techniques for groundwater flux measurements will be used at OU 2:

• Fiber optic DTS units will be installed in the surface sediments to assess large areas of the site and

seepage meters will be used to collect data at point locations. DTS monitors the precise

temperature differences between surface waters and subsurface sediment to identify groundwater

seeps.

• The UltraSeep seepage meter system is an integrated seepage meter and water sampling system

for quantifying discharge rates and chemical loading from groundwater flow to surface waters and

enables automated multiple sample collection and continuous flow detection with ultrasonic flow

meters. The resultant instrument makes direct measurements of advective flux and collects pore-

water samples for laboratory analyses of contaminant concentration at a particular location where

pore-water discharge has been identified. Gas collection traps will be used with the UltraSeep

meters in areas identified with potential for ebullition. The number and locations of the seepage

meters will be re-assessed based on results from the DTS measurements, sediment type, and

underlying sediment concentrations for COCs.

Contaminant migration can be enhanced by the sorption of contamiants to the surface of migrating gas

bubbles, partitioning with the gas phase of the bubble, or by the creation of preferential transport pathways

by the physical disturbance of the bubbles. Gas ebullition rates will be measured by means of a differential

pressure sensor with the high pressure connection going to a gas collection trap and the low pressure

connection going to a vent to the ambient water column. The CMA Ebullition Sensor consists of a cylindrical

gas trap (marked at 100 mL increments), a differential pressure sensor, and a data logger, which connects

to the UltraSeep meter system.

To refine the groundwater to surface water flux data for the isolation cap modeling, hydraulic conductivity

and gradient measurements will be performed via installation of paired piezometers. Piezometers will be

installed to two depth intervals of approximately 4 and 8 feet below the mudline. Water levels from the

piezometers will be measured to determine the vertical hydraulic gradient at each location. Slug tests will

be used to estimate the hydraulic conductivity for the sediment to be used with the gradient measured from

the paired piezometers for the calculation of groundwater Darcy velocities.

Pore-water sampling locations will be selected based on results of the groundwater to surface water flux

measurements, newly collected sediment data and existing sediment data for the different river sections,

and geomorphological characteristics. Pore-water samples will be collected where groundwater discharge

and underlying sediment concentrations are different enough from general river estimates (e.g., high

discharges and elevated COC concentrations) that cap modeling results predict a significant difference in

steady state conditions that exceed the OU 2 remedial goals. Pore-water samples will be analyzed for the

OU 2 COCs (dioxins/furans, PCB congeners, DDx/dieldrin, PAHs, copper, lead, and mercury), along with

dissolved organic carbon.

Groundwater to surface water flux is expected to be greatest during low tide; therefore, pore-water samples

will be collected during low tide conditions to minimize the influence of surface water. Samples may be

collected by direct sampling using piezometers and push-point wells, UltraSeep, or Trident Probe; collected

from bulk sediment by centrifugation or filtration; or by passive sampling methods. If passive methodologies

are selected, performance reference compounds (PRCs) will be used to establish that the passive sampler



fibers have reached equilibrium. Selection of sampling methodology(ies) will be made based on sampling

location accessibility and the technology(ies) considered most effective to sample dissolved and colloidal

phase pore-water. Sample collection volumes will be sufficient to meet the detection limit requirements for

the isolation cap evaluations.

The pore-water sample locations and selected sampling method(s) will be identified after the bathymetry

and geophysical surveys, geomorphology evaluation, and groundwater to surface water flux measurements

are completed and will be detailed in an addendum to the Pore-Water Sampling Work Plan (Appendix D to

PDI WP) and this UFP-QAPP.

Water Column Sampling (Appendix E to PDI WP)

Engineering performance standards will include monitoring criteria for water quality during the

implementation of the remedy, as well as measurements of river flow and velocities. Therefore, collection

of baseline water column data prior to the implementation of the remedy will be performed to support EPA’s

development of the engineering performance standards.

The RD will use the data collected from the water column monitoring to determine the accuracy and

representativeness of the in-water sensor data for different conditions/instruments in the river. The data

collection will also be used to identify which of the selected in-water instruments are best suited for

deployment during the remedial actions, or if an alternative approach will need to be developed for

performance monitoring.

In addition, attempts will be made to gain efficiencies by coordinating data collection conducted to support

data use objectives developed under the Site Wide Monitoring Plan.

To support the RD and remedy implementation, the water column sampling will collect data for OU 2 to:

• Develop a relationship between the in situ water quality measurements (conductivity, temperature,

dissolved oxygen, pH, optical turbidity, Chlorophyll-a [Chl-a] and phycoerythrin, and fluorescent

dissolved organic matter [FDOM]) and analyzed water sample SSC and COC concentrations

across the range of typical annual conditions at five monitoring locations within OU 2, one location

upstream and one downstream of the OU 2 boundaries.

• Identify in-water instruments that are durable and reliable for use during the remedial action

activities to monitor water quality and provide usable data for near real-time decision making

purposes.

• Utilize the collected data to quantify suspended sediment concentration flux and establish criteria

based on river current velocity, river discharge and and tide cycles to develop resuspension

engineering performance standards for comparison of e water quality monitoring data collected at

the time of dredging.

These primary objectives will be achieved by collecting in situ time series of current velocity, discharge data

and water quality parameter measurements (e.g., turbidity) on deployed moorings. Discharge measurement

data recorded at the USGS Dundee Dam station will be combined with the discharge data collected during

seasonal transect surveys and at the monitoring locations closest to RM 0 and RM 8.3 for the duration of

the water column monitoring program.

The in situ data will be correlated with co-located discrete water samples collected during periodic site visits.

Measurements will be collected at five stations within OU 2 as well as upstream and downstream locations

at discrete water depths. To the extent feasible, correlations will be established between the in situ

monitoring data and the laboratory results of SSC and COC analyses of the discrete water samples. The

collective laboratory-based and in situ water quality data sets will be used, as appropriate, to quantify

suspended sediment contaminant flux and establish the baseline range of SSC in association with



particulate and dissolved COC concentrations in the water column across the range of typical conditions

within OU 2.

The water column data collection will include the following elements:

Pre and Initial Deployment Activities

• Field reconnaissance survey to identify accessible, secure, and usable locations for moored

instrument array deployments. The reconnaissance will include the evaluation of monitoring

locations used for the LPRSA study.

• Initial deployment for one full year of moored in situ instruments including an ADCP collocated with

multi-sonde sensor arrays deployed at two depths at each location within the RA project area.

Routine Maintenance and Sample Collection Activities

• Collection of whole water samples for SSC and contaminant analysis and filtered samples for

dissolved phase contaminant analyses during two 12-hour tidal cycles at the moored instrument

locations at both instrument depths for in situ instrument calibration purposes.

• Monthly servicing and data download of the moored ADCP and water quality instruments.

• Periodic (planned as monthly) collection of whole water samples for SSC and contaminant analyses

and filtered samples for dissolved phase contaminant analyses at each water quality

instrumentation array location after instrument maintenance and redeployment, as well as one

upstream and one downstream locations, at both instrument depths across a range of site

conditions to calibrate and validate water quality instrument measurements. In the first two

sampling rounds (Months 2 and 4), 60 percent of the samples will have the collected particulate

analyzed for the organic COCs only. This initial set of sample analyses will allow for the evaluation

of the relationship for the whole water sample concentrations to the combination of dissolved and

particulate concentrations. From this initial evaluation, it will be determined if there is a need to

increase the size of the whole water, dissolved, and particulate sample data set. For Rounds 3

through 10 (Months 5 through 12), 20 percent of the samples will have the particulates analyzed

along with the whole water and dissolved samples.

• Completion of boat transect surveys using a downward-facing ADCP.

• Collection of seasonal (July/August; December/January; March/April) whole water samples for

SSC and contaminant analysis along the transect locations at discrete depths.

• Collection of vessel-based vertical profiles using a multi-parameter water quality instrument, cast

Laser In Situ Scattering and Transmissometry (LISST), and CTD instruments.

Collection of Data from Other Sources

• Compilation of water level and discharge data from the USGS Passaic River, Dundee Dam station

for the duration of instrument deployment.

• Compilation of water level data from the USGS Passaic River, PVSC station for the duration of

instrument deployment.

The water column data collection field work will be coordinated with other sampling tasks for efficiency and

to ensure that other sampling activities do not influence the water column sampling effort.


DRET and CST will be performed to study desorption of contaminants from solids and settling behavior of

solids to assess the potential impacts of dredging on water quality.



• DRET will be performed to assess the potential impact(s) to surface water (i.e., mass transfer of

contaminants from sediment to surrounding surface water) from possible contaminated sediment

dredging operations. The DRET method is particularly effective for examining the short-term

contaminant release at the point of dredging. Twenty-six (26) proposed locations were selected,

with a total of 34 DRET samples. DRET will be performed in accordance with the DRET Procedure

(Evaluation of Dredged Material Proposed for Disposal at Island, Nearshore, or Upland Confined

Disposal Facilities — Testing Manual, ERDC/EL TR-03-1, EPA and USACE, January 2003).

• CST will be performed from 26 locations on 34 samples to define the anticipated settling behavior

of dredged sediments and predicts the distance that suspended solids may travel before settling.

The results of the CST will assist in predicting potential water quality effects and to design

appropriate best management practices to avoid the potential exceedance of water quality

standards. CST will be performed in accordance with the CST procedure established by the EPA

and USACE (1998 Evaluation of Dredged Material Proposed for Discharge in Waters of the U.S.—

Testing Manual Inland Testing Manual, USACE, 1998 and EPA/USACE, 2003).

Samples for DRET and CST will be composited from sediment collected during the sediment chemical

coring program at the depth of proposed removal based on the channel’s authorized depth and/or depth of

removal for cap placement. The number of tests and sampling locations were selected to provide enough

spatial coverage and representation of the sediment to be dredged over OU 2 to inform the design in terms

of short-term contaminant release during dredging and the settling behavior of sediment. A sample will be

collected from the composited sediment and chemical analysis of the homogenized material will be

performed.

In addition, a sample of approximately 20 gallons of surface water for each DRET and 20 gallons of surface

water for each CST will be collected from the river at RM 0.5, RM 1.5, RM 4.0, and RM 7.0, representative

of the water column in the vicinity of the sediment composited for the testing. Samples of the site water

collected will be analyzed for the same analytes as in the DRET, for both total and filtered fractions, to

characterize the water used in the tests and provide data for evaluating the DRET and CST results. The

site water samples will be collected at the first use of the batch and at the last use of the batch for the DRET

tests. Results for the DRET and CST samples will be evaluated against water quality criteria. The results

will be utilized to support EPA’s development of performance standards for use during remedial

construction.

Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G to PDI WP)

GSH will survey and assess the integrity of the existing bulkheads, natural shoreline, riprapped areas, and

bridge abutments along the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR. The primary objective of this program is to develop

a comprehensive understanding and evaluation on the conditions of the 17-mile shoreline along both banks

of OU 2. The specific objectives of this task are to:

• Investigate both shorelines (17 miles) along the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR.

• Identify the locations of structural shoreline features.

• Assess bulkheads, structures, abutments, shorelines, pipes, storm drains and combined sewer

outfalls, and other discharge points for the impacts of proposed dredging to identify those that

require additional data, analysis and evaluation.

• Evaluate geotechnical conditions of the existing bulkheads where necessary.

• Evaluate structural conditions of the existing bulkheads where necessary.

• Evaluate the impact of proposed dredging on shoreline and bulkhead stability.



• Provide potential stabilization alternatives where stability of the bulkheads cannot be sustained in

dredging condition and where avoidance is not possible. These potential stabilization alternatives

may include a no-dredge zone (i.e., capping only), thin cap placement after minimal dredging, or

placement of a buttress plus cap next to the structure.

The following sources and methodologies will be utilized during the bulkhead and shoreline evaluation:

• Satellite imagery, present and historical aerial photographs, United States Geological Survey

(USGS) topographic maps, and Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps.

• Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), photography/video survey, and bathymetric and aerial

survey.

• Correspondence with adjacent upland property owners to obtain available drawings, construction

records, and geotechnical data for identified structures.

• Visual reconnaissance of structures to assess condition and nature of construction.

• Parallel seismic measurements to determine wall depth where plans are not available.

• Conducting resistivity and ground penetrating radar surveys to identify anchorage of walls where

riparian access is provided.

• Geotechnical investigation and testing to determine soil properties for both the land side and river

side of walls for use in analyses.

GSH will perform field investigations at locations where potential stability issues are identified through the

desktop evaluation or field reconnaissance to determine the soil properties in the vicinity of the bulkheads

and slopes (natural shoreline and riprapped areas), and structural properties of the bulkhead. The field

investigation methodologies may include resistivity and ground-penetrating radar testing, soil borings with

parallel seismic survey, and/or sampling and laboratory testing. The specific requirements for the

investigation will be established and methods of investigation will be selected based on site conditions,

access limitations, and the identified data gaps. Details, including number of planned locations, will be

provided in addenda to the Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation Work Plan (Appendix G to PDI WP) and

this UFP-QAPP.

Fish Study (Appendix H to PDI WP)

GSH will perform desk top fish studies in the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR to better define the fish window

(i.e., construction season), to support development of performance standards and institutional controls

during the RD, and to monitor post-remedy recovery as part of the SWMP. The primary objective of these

studies is to describe abundance and distribution of fishery trust resources in OU 2 to help inform and assist

in defining dredging closures as part of the LPR sediment remediation project schedule. Implementation of

the proposed remedy will require the assessment of potential impacts on existing fishery resources and

feasibility of seeking a variance on seasonal restrictions for in-water work and dredging activities related to

this resource. Within the New York/New Jersey harbor complex, a dredging avoidance window of January

15 to May 31 for waters less than 6 meters in depth has been established for dredging activities to protect

spawning activity and sensitive life stages of the winter flounder (Pseudopleuronectes americanus). Within

the LPR, a window of March 1 to June 30 is also listed for protection of anadromous finfish. Studies

performed by USACE have demonstrated that the area of the Newark Bay does not function as a significant

spawning area for winter flounder though it is still identified as supporting Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) for

this species for other life stages.

The fish study will assist with the anticipated data needed to address dredging closure windows for in-water

dredging activities.. The summary of existing data and reports related to fish spawning activity and species

abundance for the LPR will be used to better document the following data needs for potentially



identifying/adjusting the existing no-dredge window (i.e., construction season) and increase the period for

annual dredging operations. Activities include:

• Review historic and recent reports and data on fishery resource abundance and distributions.

• Assemble data on habitat characteristics of salinity, depth, benthic substrate, and temperature,

inclusive of data collected in support of this PDI effort, to define potential winter flounder EFH

habitat in OU 2.

• Assemble data on water quality and anadromous finfish abundance through the review of

available data on anadromous fish runs within OU 2.

• Preparation of an EFH assessment for the species potentially affected by the remedial action in

OU 2.

These proposed desktop evaluations will summarize available data to characterize the occurrence of EFH

and marine fishery resources in OU 2. The proposed scope of work calls for an EFH Assessment, desktop

winter flounder habitat assessment and summary of available historical data on migratory anadromous

finfish abundance and distribution within the Project area. The goal of the Fish Study is to assess potential

impacts of the Project on species with life stages in the Project area with emphasis on critical life stages

related to winter flounder and anadromous finfish passage. These studies will used to assist in definition

of the proposed construction season within the OU-2 Project area.

Cultural Resources Survey (Appendix I to PDI WP)

GSH will perform cultural resource surveys to comply with the archaeological requirements of Section 106

of the NHPA. Studies will be conducted to document the cultural resources that may be listed in or eligible

to the NRHP in areas that may be affected by the remedial activities, the area of potential effects (APE).

The potential effects of the proposed OU 2 remediation on cultural resources will be identified in two basic

contexts: terrestrial and underwater. GSH will meet with the SHPO and EPA to discuss the Project and

GSH’s proposed definition of the Project’s APE for the marine and terrestrial archaeology and the

aboveground cultural resources tasks, and discuss the proposed approaches to these studies. Once the

APE is defined for each task with input from the SHPO and EPA, GSH will initiate the work on the respective

tasks.

The goal of the cultural resource surveys will be to identify cultural resources within the APE which may be

listed in or eligible to the National Register of Historic Places, and to assess if implementation of the remedy

will impact the cultural resources listed in, or potentially eligible for, the National Register of Historic Places.

The surveys will include the following tasks and will rely in part on the geophysical data collected as

described above:

• A terrestrial archaeology study to identify terrestrial archaeological resources located along river

shorelines and within other terrestrial locations where support facilities may be constructed, and

which may be affected.

• An aboveground cultural resources study to identify aboveground cultural resources, including

standing structures, buildings, piers, bridges, roads, etc., that may be impacted.

• An underwater archaeology study to identify submerged archaeological resources that may be

located in the APE and potentially affected areas.

As part of the Cultural Resources Survey Work Plan (Appendix I to the PDI WP), an Unanticipated

Discovery Plan was developed to describe the measures that will be taken in the event a previously

unidentified cultural resource, either terrestrial or submerged archaeological resources including human

remains, is encountered during any phase of the remediation activities.



Habitat Survey (Appendix J to PDI WP)

GSH will perform habitat surveys to characterize existing shoreline and in-river habitat along the lower 8.3

miles of the LPR that will be affected by the selected remedy. The goal of habitat survey is to document the

characteristics and extent of existing habitats, including mudflats, and inform the restoration design of the

mudflats and other habitats affected by the implementation of the selected remedy. The habitat survey will

also be necessary to support compliance with applicable permitting requirements and other regulatory

requirements. The ROD identifies intertidal mudflats and the associated shallow-water subtidal areas as

important habitats for estuarine organisms, providing valuable foraging habitat for fish, blue crab, and

waterbirds.

Key elements of the habitat surveys include the following:

• Compilation of habitat data from previously completed studies.

• Desktop evaluation of mapped cover types and physical features.

• Description of field studies required to further characterize existing habitats.

The habitat data collection field work will be coordinated, as possible, with other data collection field work

to reduce redundancies and allow for greater efficiency. Proposed habitat surveys will include the following:

• Identification and delineation of shoreline and in-river habitats within OU 2 including:

o Characterization of sediment types (e.g., hard bottom vs. soft bottom).

o Characterization of hydrology cycles.

o Characterization of riparian vegetation.

o Characterization of aquatic vegetation.

o Assessment of functions and values of identified habitats.

• Collection of bio-benchmark data for each delineated wetland, to include the lowest and highest

elevations of desirable native species and invasive species growing within delineated wetlands

along the river banks, to assist in designing grades and elevations for any required wetland

mitigation.

• Assessment of diversity and abundance of benthic communities in mudflats/intertidal areas and

subtidal areas.

• Characterization of OU 2 as habitat for water-dependent wildlife.

Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K of PDI WP)

GSH will evaluate potential borrow sites to supply capping material. The objectives of the borrow site

assessment are to:

• Identify potential borrow sources (primarily commercial quarries but commercial maintenance

dredging operations may also be considered) with the operational capabilities to provide the

materials that will be required for the Project at production rates that will support the Project

schedule.

• Based on the potential material sources that are initially identified, develop and implement a Borrow

Site Assessment Sampling and Analysis Plan (BSA SAP) that will be used to develop more focused

physical and chemical test data that are representative of the potential material sources and which

will be used to support the RD, including development of the capping material specifications and

associated construction acceptance criteria.



• Summarize the findings of the borrow site assessment activities in a report that will include a list of

potential material sources that the RA contractor(s) can utilize for bidding and construction

purposes.

The BSA process includes the following sequential activities:

• Review information and data from previous related work in the borrow study area.

• Compile and review new information and data (e.g., existing physical and chemical analytical data)

from desktop studies to pre-screen the potential borrow sources and to identify information and data

gaps.

• Develop and implement the BSA SAP to obtain representative physical and chemical test data that

fill the gaps identified for the potential borrow sources during the desktop study phase.

• Compile and compare the potential borrow sources’ data to general physical and chemical

acceptance criteria to preliminarily characterize and group the materials.

• Prepare a report that summarizes the borrow site preliminary material characterization process and

includes a list of viable potential material sources and their associated physical and chemical test

results.

• Solicit input and feedback from EPA, NJDEP, other partner agencies, and community stakeholders.

Information and data developed during the assessment process will be used to support the RD, including

development of the capping material specifications and associated construction acceptance criteria. The

physical and chemical characteristics of potential capping sources that could be used during the RA will be

assessed as to whether the material will be stable under expected hydrologic stresses, will support

appropriate biological and aquatic communities, will have COCs below the material acceptance criteria (i.e.,

NJDEP ambient concentrations for metals or remediation goals (RGs) or the background concentrations

for COCs identified in the ROD for organics), and be available in the quantities needed.

It is anticipated that representative samples of the available materials from various potential borrow sources

would be obtained initially to determine key physical and chemical characteristics and help determine

viability of a borrow source. This study will include screening level sampling and analysis to inform the RD

and to support development of backfill and capping specifications. Additional sampling and analysis of

borrow materials from the identified borrow sources will be needed before construction. The timing of

additional sampling would be as close to construction as possible to evaluate suitability, while ensuring the

material to be used and excavated is represented from that sampling.

The material source location(s) will be evaluated during the RD relative to available options for transport to

the Passaic River. Details on the field-portion of the assessment, including sample numbers and soil

stockpile sampling methods, will be developed and included as part of the separate BSA SAP.

Site-Wide Monitoring

A site-wide monitoring program will be performed to establish baseline conditions and monitor the post-

remediation recovery of sediment, surface water, and biota in OU 2. Long‐term monitoring will be performed

to assess progress toward achieving the RAOs defined in the ROD. The site wide monitoring approach was

developed to collect the required data for setting the baseline conditions prior to implementation of the

remedy and to establish a monitoring program to collect long-term data to evaluate the effectiveness of the

remedy after construction. Aspects of the site wide monitoring have been developed to be coordinated with

aspects of the PDI (water column) sampling for efficient data collection.

The site-wide monitoring, as detailed in the Site-Wide Monitoring Plan (SWMP), is focused on documenting

contaminants in tissue, surface water column, and surface sediment. Objectives include:



Fish and Crab Tissue

• Establish a pre-remedial action baseline for tissue concentrations of COCs.

• Develop a long-term monitoring and sampling strategy for post-remediation monitoring.

• Provide long-term post-remedial monitoring data to assess remediation effectiveness.

Surface Water

• Develop a physical and chemical water column sampling program to establish pre-remedial action

baseline conditions for OU 2.

• Develop a physical and chemical water column monitoring program to evaluate long-term changes

after the completion of the remedy.

Surface Sediment

• Collect surface sediment samples after cap placement to monitor potential recontamination of the

cap surface.

• Develop a long-term monitoring and sampling strategy for verifying post-remediation cap

performance.

Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring

RAOs relate to the monitoring of the response in body burdens in biota in OU 2. Acquisition of a pre-

remedy data set (collection of baseline fish and crab tissue data by GSH) will be performed, as well as a

post-remedy recovery study for assessing trends in body burdens in biota populations present and verifying

effectiveness of the remedy and institutional controls after completion of the remedy. The fish and crab

studies will be performed to provide data on current and post-remedy fish and crab tissue contaminants to

support on-going consumption advisories. The fish and crab tissue baseline and long term monitoring plan

includes sampling of three finfish species representing three different trophic levels (preferred

representative species include American eel, white perch, and mummichog) and one large invertebrate

species (blue claw crab). Alternative fish species include striped bass and channel catfish

(carnivore/piscivore), brown bullhead and white catfish (benthic invertivore/omnivore), and banded killifish,

darter species, and small syprinid species (benthic omnivore). Selection of these sentinel species was

based on review of historical fish survey studies, trophic level, relative abundance, creelability and

distribution within the LPRSA estuary and their use in the development of the RGs for fish and crab tissue.

Data collection will be spread throughout the years and address a range of conditions likely to be

encountered in the river. GSH reviewed historical data related to tissue monitoring in the LPR from prior

investigations to identify statistical needs and temporal windows for collection of samples for targeted

species for monitoring. Within OU 2, four sampling reaches, each spanning approximately two RMs, will be

monitored. The intent is to identify a minimum of eight sampling stations per 2-mile reach for clusters of the

various sampling methods to be deployed and sampled on a half day or daily basis depending on tidal cycle

and sampling technique. Monitoring locations may be adjusted in response to the local field conditions at

the time of sampling. Fish and crab tissue monitoring will occur yearly for the first six years after completion

of the sediment capping (years 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and then every five years after the completion of the sediment

capping to year 15 (years 10 and 15). The study results will allow for a better understanding of the response

in the tidal system following implementation of the remedy and better define the long-term monitoring

requirements.

As stated in the ROD, existing prohibitions on fish and crab consumption will remain in place after remedy

construction, until NJDEP, in consultation with the EPA, determines they can be lifted or adjusted based on

data from long-term monitoring. These institutional controls will be enhanced with additional community



outreach to encourage greater awareness of the prohibitions until the concentrations of COCs in fish and

crab tissue reach protective concentrations corresponding to RGs.

Collection of fish and crab species will be conducted using a variety of methods including gill nets, minnow

traps, eel traps, trotlines, seines, and crab traps to meet the minimum tissue mass requirement necessary

to analyze tissues for each species. Fish and crab collection activities will be performed under state and

other applicable scientific collection permits. Individuals collected will be identified and sorted, and relevant

metrics (such as total body length, carapace length for crab, weight, external/surficial pathology, etc.) will

be recorded.

Once sorted and measured, select species will be re-sectioned (if applicable) and composited for tissue

analysis. Mummichog will be assessed as whole-body samples. White perch, American eel, and blue crab

will be re-sectioned into fillet and edible meat (crab only). Scaled fish (i.e., white perch) will be analyzed as

skin-on fillets after removing the scales. Scaleless fish (i.e., American eel and catfish) will be analyzed as

skinless fillets, meaning the skin will be separated prior to analysis of the fillets. Fish carcass/offal samples

will be composited prior to analysis. This process is planned to be carried out at the time of collection at a

clean/stable work station facility by field personnel. If necessary, processing will occur at a designated

central laboratory setting prior to analysis.

Analyses of tissue samples will likely be composites of multiple individuals, which will only be used to attain

the minimum tissue sample mass laboratory requirements for each species (150 grams pre-homogenization

and 125 grams post-homogenization minimum). Samples will be shipped using wet ice as a preservative

where travel time will be less than 24 hours to ensure that the tissues are not compromised prior to reaching

the lab. If shipment will take longer, then dry ice will be used. Contaminants that will be tested include

dioxins/furans, PCB congeners, DDx, and mercury, as well as lipid content, which will contribute to

determining the potential of accumulation for body burden of these COCs within the OU 2 target species.

Water Column Monitoring

As part of site-wide monitoring, water column sampling will include (1) collection of data prior to the

implementation of the remedy, (2) collection of data at the OU 2 boundaries during implementation of the

remedy, and (3) long-term monitoring for water quality post-implementation of the remedy. The water

column data collection field work will be coordinated with other sampling tasks, specifically the PDI water

column sampling being conducted to support development of engineering performance standards, for

efficiency and to ensure that other sampling activities do not influence the water column sampling effort.

Water quality data will be collected at five transects across OU 2, at approximately RM 0, RM 1.4, RM 4.3,

RM 6.7, and RM 8.3 (same cross-river transects selected for the OU 2 PDI water column sampling task).

Water quality samples will be continuously collected over a full tidal cycle at the moored monitoring stations

used during the PDI water column sampling from two depths at each location, the upper water column (3

feet below the surface) and the lower water column (3 feet above the mudline). Monitoring equipment for

the baseline sampling will be deployed during three distinct flow conditions to collect water quality

measurements and water column samples over the full annual range of river conditions. The sampling

events will be between May and March to collect data during a representative in-water work window.

Samples will be collected at the mid-flood and mid-ebb sections of the full tidal cycle for each event. Based

on the historical flow data of the Lower Passaic River, the three events would be conducted in August to

measure the sustained summer low flow, December to January to measure the rising winter discharge, and

March to capture the decreasing discharge conditions of the river.

During implementation of the RA, water column monitoring will be completed at RM 0 and RM 8.3 stations

quarterly at the same water column depths established during the baseline sampling events to assess

changes at the site boundaries.



For the long-term post-remedy monitoring, samples will be collected quarterly after the completion of the

sediment capping (year 0) and for years 1, 5, 10, and 15. Data collection will be performed at the five

monitoring stations at the same water column depths established during the baseline sampling events to

evaluate the effectiveness of the sediment remedy in OU 2.

During sample collection, an in situ multi-sonde conductivity, temperature, and depth (CTD) unit and a

LISST-100X instrument will be deployed to collect real-time field measurements for temperature, salinity,

conductivity, turbidity, oxygen content, optical backscatter, Chlorophyll-a (Chl-a), fluorescent dissolved

organic matter (FDOM), and particulate concentration at each sample point. Sampler will be deployed to

collect particulate and dissolved phases for the analysis of SSC (TSS), dioxins/furans, PCB congeners,

DDx, mercury, TOC, DOC, and POC. Passive samplers may also be used to collect dissolved phase for

analysis. If deemed appropriate, the passive sampling methodology will be developed, and addenda to the

Site-Wide Monitoring Plan and this UFP-QAPP will be prepared.

Surficial Sediment Monitoring

Monitoring of surface sediments will be performed as part of the site-wide monitoring to provide data on the

achievement of interim remedial milestones and the RAOs. The cap elevation will be established by a

bathymetric survey to be conducted at the completion of cap placement. Surface sediment samples will be

collected to monitor the effectiveness of the remedy to reduce the concentrations of COCs in the biologically

active zone and will be performed directly after the completion of the sediment capping (year 0), one year

after the completion of the sediment capping (year 1), and every five years after the completion of the

sediment capping to year 15 (years 5, 10, and 15). The surface sediment monitoring will assess

recontamination from surface deposition (“top down” recontamination) and from migration through the

sediment cap (“bottom up” recontamination). In addition, sediment cap elevations will be monitored after

significant storm events (e.g., 90-year storms).

Sediment sampling will be conducted following a multi-incremental sampling approach for defined cap

completion units (CU). Cap CUs will be determined based on geomorphological areas and cap types, to

capture different conditions (flow, deposition, erosion, etc.) that could impact the cap surface across OU 2.

Target sample depths will be 1 to 2 inches and 6 inches to determine contributions to the cap surface from

deposition and upward migration through the cap, respectively. Samples will be collected for the analysis

of dioxins/furans, PCB congeners, DDx, mercury, grain size, and TOC. The monitoring and sampling

approach, schedules, and parameters will be developed in detail as the design progresses and other data

are collected. Upon finalization of the monitoring plan, addenda to the Site-Wide Monitoring Plan and this

UFP-QAPP will be prepared.

Other Activities

Additional tasks to be performed to provide information for the RD include:

• Review of performance standards.

• Base mapping.

• Sediment processing site selection and evaluation.

Review of Performance Standards

EPA has developed draft performance standards related to the remedy implementation. These draft

performance standards include engineering performance standards (e.g., re-suspension and productivity)

and quality of life performance standards (e.g., air quality, odor, noise and lighting) to minimize short-term

impacts to the aquatic community and the surrounding area. Section 3.1.2 includes a detailed discussion

of performance standards.



GSH will utilize the investigation findings (e.g., the results of fish study evaluation, dredge elutriate testing,

water column sampling), in collaboration with EPA, to obtain the information needed to support the

development of the performance standards. GSH will prioritize performing the following important design

elements to further inform the development of these standards:

• Evaluation of sediment re-suspension during dredging and capping activities

• Evaluation of vessels planned for use during RA and after RA implementation in various reaches

of the river to evaluate how propeller wash from these vessels might impact re-suspension

• Sediment transport and disposal planning which will impact productivity

• Applicable permitting and regulatory requirements which will impact quality of life performance

standards

Base Mapping

The base mapping activity will include incorporation of bathymetric, aerial, and LiDAR surveys into the

engineering design drawings. Supplemental topographic survey of the riverbanks may also need to be

performed and incorporated if other surveys do not provide sufficient data on the slopes and top elevations

of the banks. Base maps will include information about debris, utilities, habitat survey results (i.e., habitat

delineation) and shoreline conditions (e.g., bulkhead, riprap, sheet pile wall). The existing conditions of the

lower 8.3 miles of the LPR will be illustrated on the base maps to be used as the basis for RD drawings.

Sediment Processing Site Selection and Evaluation

Dredged materials will be barged or pumped to a sediment processing facility in the vicinity of the Lower

Passaic River/Newark Bay shoreline for dewatering. Sediment processing facility site(s) will be identified,

screened, evaluated, and selected. Locations beyond the 8.3 miles of the LPR may be considered if there

are advantages that outweigh proximity, e.g., if there is ready rail access. The ROD indicates that a single,

large-scale facility is preferred, but there may be advantages to utilizing multiple smaller-scale facilities

strategically positioned along the OU 2 work area. EPA identified several potential sediment processing

facility sites in the ROD, and these locations will be included in the review. Siting criteria will be developed

by compiling and reviewing relevant information available in the project Administrative Record and the site

evaluations will be completed in a step-wise manner that will generally include:

• Preliminary and Final Candidate Site Evaluations: This will include compiling and reviewing

information that can be obtained from both electronic and non-electronic databases and record

repositories and performing limited, non-intrusive field reconnaissance (upland and on-water) in

order to develop a geographic information system (GIS) database that will be used to identify,

screen, and evaluate both preliminary and final candidate sites (PCSs and FCSs, respectively) for

the facility.

• Suitable Site Evaluations: This will include initiating contact with the FCS site owner(s) and

negotiating and obtaining right of entry/access to perform site-specific intrusive and non-intrusive

field investigations to collect and evaluate more detailed information about the various engineering

and environmental features of the FCSs (e.g., geotechnical and environmental drilling, Phase 1

Environmental Site Assessments [ESAs], etc.).

• Final Site Selection: This will include taking the input and comments received from GSH, EPA,

and the public, reviewing potential changes to the siting criteria that may have occurred during

concurrent RD activities, and applying these to the suitable site(s) to determine which site(s) are

recommended for facility development. The final evaluation findings and recommendations will be

summarized in a Site Selection and Evaluation Report that will be issued to EPA.

Investigation Derived Wastes



Residuals will be generated during investigation activities. Potential wastes to be generated during the OU-

2 activities may include the following:

• Excess sediment from the collection of sediment cores (and subsequent sample processing for

laboratory analysis) and soil/sediment cuttings.

• Excess water.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Residual/used field supplies and sampling equipment (such as core liners, tubing, etc.).

• Decontamination liquids.

The greatest volume of waste generated during the PDI activities will likely occur during the following field

tasks:

• Sediment core collection for chemical, waste, geological, and geotechnical characterization, which

will also be used for developing a plan for dredged material disposal.

• Pore-water sample collection.

• Geotechnical-related investigations and surveys of the integrity of existing bulkheads, natural

shoreline, riprapped areas, and bridge abutments along the lower 8.3 miles of the LPR.

Residuals will be collected and placed in US Department of Transportation (USDOT)-approved containers

(such as 1A1 and 1A2 55-gallon drums, lined roll-off boxes), properly labeled and inventoried, and stored

at the designated waste storage area at the former Diamond Alkali facility (80-120 Lister Avenue, Newark,

NJ). Solid IDW will be characterized and disposed at off-site treatment and/or disposal facilities, as needed.

Liquid IDW will either be characterized and disposed at off-site treatment and/or disposal facilities, as

needed (specifically hexane-related liquids), or be processed through the groundwater treatment system.

Disposal will be based on the requirements of RCRA. Listed hazardous wastes are not anticipated to be

generated during the OU 2 activities. Data generated during other OU 2 activities that could be utilized as

the basis for classifying OU 2 residuals will be used to evaluate the appropriate disposal of that waste. The

existing data will be used to the extent possible to minimize the amount of IDW classification sampling to

be performed.

As necessary for applicable classification and/or required by the waste disposal facility, samples of the IDW

will be collected and sent for laboratory analysis to evaluate the waste characteristics of the OU 2 residuals.

The proposed waste characterization methods and associated analytical results will be used to evaluate

the proper off-site treatment and/or disposal for these materials, based on the treatment/disposal facility's

permit and land disposal restrictions. PPE and miscellaneous sampling equipment generated during the

investigation will be classified based on the results of materials that were contacted by these items.



Worksheet #18: Sampling Locations and Methods

Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples

Matrix Depth Rationale Analytical Group2 Sampling SOP

Reference


Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis

(Appendix C-1 to PDI WP)

RM 1.7 to RM 8.3; RM 0.0 to RM 1.7 outside navigation

channel

3148 (minimum)

787 Core Locations; 4 Samples per Location (minimum)

Sediment 5 feet below mudline

Samples at 0-1.5';1.5-2’, 2-2.5’, 2.5-3.5’; as applicable >3.5’ sampled by sediment layer

To further refine the chemical characterization of the sediment to inform design

Dioxins/furans; PCB Congeners; DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs; Mercury, Copper and Lead; TOC

Check Valve (PDI SOP No. 4); Piston Corer (PDI SOP No. 5); Russian Peat Borer (PDI SOP No. 6); Vibracore (PDI

SOP No. 7)



RM 1.7 to RM 8.3; RM 0.0 to RM 1.7 outside navigation channel

787(minimum)

787 Core Locations; 1 Sample at major ‘breaks’ in sediment layers per core

Sediment 5 feet below mudline

Samples at 0-1.5';1.5-2’, 2-2.5’, 2.5-3.5’; as applicable >3.5’ sampled by

sediment layer

To assess sediment layers

Grain size; Grain size finer than #200 sieve

Check Valve (PDI SOP No. 4); Piston Corer (PDI SOP No. 5); Russian Peat Borer (PDI SOP No. 6); Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7)

Sediment Core Collection and Chemical

Analysis

(Appendix C-1

to PDI WP)

RM 0.0 to RM 1.7 within navigation

channel

507 (minimum)

169 Core Locations; 3 Samples per Location (minimum)

Sediment Between 9 and 24 feet below mudline

Samples at 1' interval above target depth; two 1' intervals below target depth; as applicable above and below target depth by sediment layer

To further refine the chemical characterization of the sediment to inform design

Dioxins/furans; PCB Congeners; DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs; Mercury, Copper and Lead; TOC

Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7), Sonic core (PDI SOP No. 8)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference



RM 0.0 to RM 1.7 within navigation channel

169 (minimum)

169 Core Locations; 1 Sample at major ‘breaks’ in sediment layers per core

Sediment Between 9 and 24 feet below mudline

Samples at 1' interval above target depth; two 1' intervals below target depth; as applicable above and below target depth by sediment layer

To assess sediment layers

Grain size; Grain size finer than #200 sieve

Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7), Sonic core (PDI SOP No. 8)

Sediment Geotechnical Characterization


RM 0.0 to RM 0.6; Navigation Channel (dredge depths of -33 feet MLW)

13

4 Core Locations; 3 to 4 Samples per Location

Sediment -15 to -10 feet from mudline elevation

To further define physical/ geotechnical characteristics of the sediment to inform design

Moisture content, Grain size, Grain size finer than #200 sieve , Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, percent solids by weight, Unit weight, percent organic matter

Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7) Sonic core (PDI SOP No.

8)


(Appendix C-2

to PDI WP)


15



To further define physical/ geotechnical characteristics of the sediment to inform

design

Moisture content, Grain size, Grain size finer than #200 sieve , Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight, percent organic matter, Direct shear test, Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression,

Consolidation test

Rotary (PDI SOP No. 18)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference




9


Sediment -10 to -2.5 feet from mudline elevation


design

Moisture content, Grain size, Grain size finer than #200 sieve , Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, percent solids by weight, Unit weight, percent organic matter

Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7) Sonic core (PDI SOP No. 8)

Sediment Geotechnical

Characterization

(Appendix C-2

to PDI WP)

RM 0.6 to RM 1.7; Navigation Channel (dredge depths of -25 feet

MLW)

18





Consolidation test




RM 0.0 to RM 1.0; Kearny Point mudflat

9

9 Core Locations; 1 Sample per

Location

Sediment -2.5 feet from mudline elevation


Moisture content, Grain size, Grain size finer than #200 sieve , Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight, percent organic matter




Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference




7


Sediment -5 feet from mudline elevation


design

Moisture content, Grain size, Grain size finer than #200 sieve , Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight, percent organic matter, Direct shear test, Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Consolidation test

Hollow stem auger (PDI SOP No. 18)



RM 1.7 to RM 8.3

61

61 Core Locations; 1 Sample per Location



Moisture content, Grain size, Grain size finer than #200 sieve , Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight,

percent organic matter


Sediment Geotechnical

Characterization


RM 1.7 to RM 8.3

40

20 Core Locations; 2 Samples per Location

Sediment -5 feet from mudline elevation



Consolidation test




Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference




13



To determine correlation between percent organic matter and TOC

TOC Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7) Sonic core (PDI SOP No. 8)




9


Sediment -10 to -2.5 feet from mudline elevation

To determine correlation between percent organic

matter and TOC

TOC Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7) Sonic core (PDI SOP No. 8)




6



To determine correlation between percent organic matter and TOC

TOC Check Valve (PDI SOP No. 4); Piston Corer (PDI SOP No. 5); Russian Peat Borer (PDI SOP No. 6); Vibracore (PDI

SOP No. 7)



RM 1.7 to RM 8.3

16

16 Core Locations; 1 Sample per

Location


To determine correlation between percent organic

matter and TOC

TOC Check Valve (PDI SOP No. 4); Piston Corer (PDI SOP No. 5); Russian Peat Borer (PDI SOP No. 6); Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Sediment Waste Characterization


RM 0.0 to RM 8.3

192


Sediment 2.5 feet below mudline

To characterize material for appropriate disposal (i.e., determine hazardous/non-hazardous, compliance with acceptance/permit requirements, etc.)

TCLP VOCs, TCLP SVOCs, TCLP Pesticides, TCLP Herbicides, TCLP Metals, RCRA characteristics, Dioxins/furans, TPH, TOC

Check Valve (PDI SOP No. 4); Piston Corer (PDI SOP No. 5); Russian Peat Borer (PDI SOP No. 6); Vibracore (PDI

SOP No. 7)



RM 0.0 to RM 1.7

173

42 Core Locations; 2 to 8 Samples

per Location

Sediment Between 2.5 and 22.5 feet below mudline

To characterize material for appropriate disposal (i.e., determine hazardous/non-hazardous, compliance with acceptance/permit

requirements, etc.)

TCLP VOCs, TCLP SVOCs, TCLP Pesticides, TCLP Herbicides, TCLP Metals, RCRA characteristics, Dioxins/furans, TPH, TOC

Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7)



RM 0.0 to RM 8.3

TBD1 Sediment Between 2.5 and 22.5 feet below mudline

To further characterize sediment deemed hazardous and determine if any UHCs >10x UTS, requiring treatment prior to disposal

SVOCs, Pesticides, PCBs [as Aroclors], Herbicides, TAL Metals


1 Note that the “to be determined” samples for UHCs are not in addition to the 365 samples for the full waste characterization parameters, but would be a subset of those that require these additional analyses (as needed).



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Pore-Water Sampling

(Appendix D to

PDI WP)

At least 6 initial evaluation areas – approximately RM 0.0 to RM 1.2; RM 2.1 to RM 2.3; RM 4.0 to RM 4.7; RM 5.6 to RM 6.2; RM 6.9 to RM 7.3; and RM 8.1 to RM 8.3; additional areas may be chosen after completion of sediment

coring program

6 (minimum) Aqueous < 5 centimeters into sediment

To identify groundwater seeps; to provide input to numerical cap models, to support chemical isolation cap design

Groundwater flux measurements (temperature)

DTS (PDI SOP No. 11)

Pore-Water Sampling

(Appendix D to

PDI WP)

At least 6 initial evaluation areas – approximately RM 0.0 to RM 1.2; RM 2.1 to RM 2.3; RM 4.0 to RM 4.7; RM 5.6 to RM 6.2; RM 6.9 to RM 7.3; and RM 8.1 to RM 8.3; additional areas may be chosen after completion of sediment coring program and evaluation of DTS

measurements

6 (minimum) Aqueous Within sediment; up to corner of funnel


Groundwater flux measurements (discharge rate)

UltraSeep (PDI SOP No. 12)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Pore-Water Sampling

(Appendix D to

PDI WP)

At least 6 initial evaluation areas – approximately RM 0.0 to RM 1.2; RM 2.1 to RM 2.3; RM 4.0 to RM 4.7; RM 5.6 to RM 6.2; RM 6.9 to RM 7.3; and RM 8.1 to RM 8.3; additional areas may be chosen after completion of sediment coring program and evaluation of DTS measurements

6 (minimum) Aqueous Within sediment; up to corner of funnel


Gas ebullition CMA Ebullition Sensor/ collection trap with UltraSeep (PDI SOP Nos.

12 and 20)

Pore-Water Sampling

(Appendix D to PDI WP)

At least 6 initial evaluation areas – approximately RM 0.0 to RM 1.2; RM 2.1 to RM 2.3; RM 4.0 to RM 4.7; RM 5.6 to RM 6.2; RM 6.9 to RM 7.3; and RM 8.1 to RM 8.3; additional areas may be chosen after completion of sediment coring program and evaluation of DTS measurements

6 (minimum) Aqueous 4 and 8 feet below mudline (paired piezometers)

To determine vertical grade; to provide input to numerical cap models, to support chemical

isolation cap design

Hydraulic conductivity and vertical hydraulic gradient

Piezometer (PDI SOP No. 34)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Pore-Water Sampling

(Appendix D to

PDI WP)

TBD based on results of groundwater to surface water flux, sediment data, and geomorph-ological characteristics [to be provided in addendum]

TBD [to be provided in addendum]

Aqueous Between 2.5 and 3.5 feet below mudline

To chemically characterize areas with representative sediment types and variable groundwater to surface water flux conditions, to support chemical isolation cap design

Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs; LL Mercury, Copper and Lead; DOC; TSS

Trident probe (PDI SOP No. 10), Peristaltic Pump (PDI SOP No. 13); UltraSeep (PDI SOP No. 12); Passive sampling device (to be provided in addendum if selected)


(Appendix E to

PDI WP)

Moored instrument array; 5 locations within OU 2- approximately RM 0.0, RM 2.1, RM 4.2, RM 6.7, RM 8.2

60 [data downloads per one-year deployment; 10 - 15 minute measurement intervals]

Once per month per location per instrument/ depth interval

Aqueous bottom-mounted Monthly maintenance visits; To calibrate in situ measurements with chemical

concentrations

Current velocities ADCP (PDI SOP No. 15)


(Appendix E to PDI WP)


120 [data downloads per one-year deployment; 10 - 15 minute measurement intervals]

Once per month per location per instrument/ depth interval

Aqueous 3 feet from water surface and 3 feet from sediment

Monthly maintenance visits; To calibrate in situ measurements with chemical

concentrations

Conductivity (derivation of salinity), temperature, pressure (related to depth), dissolved oxygen, pH, optical turbidity, Chlorophyll-a (Chl-a) and phycoerythrin fluorescence, FDOM

CTD (PDI SOP No. 16)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference


(Appendix E to

PDI WP)


240 [120 per event]

Hourly for 12-hour period over tidal cycle per event for two events (min) per location per instrument/ depth interval

Aqueous (Whole Water)

3 feet from water surface and 3 feet from sediment

Tidal cycle calibration; To calibrate in situ instrument array datasets

SSC (TSS), Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, LL Mercury, Copper and

Lead, DOC, POC2

Peristaltic Pump (PDI SOP No. 13)


(Appendix E to

PDI WP)

Moored instrument array; 2 locations – one upstream and one downstream

8 [4 per event]

One for 12-hour period over tidal cycle per event for two events (min) per location per instrument/ depth interval



Tidal cycle calibration; To calibrate in situ instrument array

datasets

SSC (TSS), Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, LL Mercury, Copper and Lead, DOC, POC2





100 [per one-year deployment]

Once per month2 per location per instrument/ depth interval



Monthly verification/ maintenance visits; To collect data during the entirety of a representative RA work window and provide baseline data to establish pre-remedy conditions


Lead, DOC, POC3


2 Will not be sampled during months when tidal cycle calibration sampling performed; therefore, estimated at only 10 months for the year program. 3 For the SSC, DOC and POC analyses, the laboratory will use one sample for all three parameters. The samples will be filtered through a 0.7 um glass fiber filter, and the elutriate collected for the analysis of DOC. The SSC and POC will be analyzed using the filter collected suspended sediment.



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference


(Appendix E to

PDI WP)








Lead, DOC, POC2





100 [per one-year

deployment]


Aqueous (Filtered/ Dissolved Phase)

3 feet from water surface and 3 feet

from sediment



Peristaltic Pump (PDI

SOP No. 13)






Aqueous (Filtered/ Dissolved

Phase)






(Appendix E to

PDI WP)



60% of first two rounds and 20% of remaining rounds of the filtered/ dissolved phase samples within OU 2

Solid (Filtered Material)



Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs




Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference


(Appendix E to

PDI WP)

Transect monitoring; 5 transects within OU 2- approximately RM 0.0, RM 2.1, RM 4.2, RM 6.7, RM 8.2; 2 locations per

transect

60

Once per seasonal event for three events (July/August; December/ January; March/April) per transect per location per instrument/

depth interval



Transect surveys; To provide baseline data to establish pre-remedy conditions


Lead, DOC, POC2




Transect monitoring; 5 transects within OU 2- approximately RM 0.0, RM 2.1, RM 4.2, RM 6.7, RM 8.2; 2 locations per transect

60

Once per seasonal event for three events (July/August; December/ January; March/April) per transect per location per instrument/ depth interval

Aqueous (Filtered/ Dissolved

Phase)


Transect surveys; To provide baseline data to establish pre-

remedy conditions





Transect monitoring; 5 transects within OU 2- approximately RM 0.0, RM 2.1, RM 4.2, RM 6.7, RM 8.2; 2 locations per transect and 1 location ½ way between station and shoreline

45

Once per seasonal event for three events (July/August; December/ January; March/April) per transect per location

Aqueous 3 feet Transect surveys; To provide baseline data to establish pre-remedy conditions

Full water column particle size and

distribution data

LISST (PDI SOP No. 14)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test

(Appendix F to PDI WP)

RM 0.0 to RM 1.7

16

8 Core Locations; 2 Samples per Location

Sediment Between -33 and -25.5 feet MLW; Composite samples for 0-6 feet and > 6 feet

To assess chemical composition of sediment undergoing CST/DRET

Dioxins/furans; PCB Congeners; PCBs [as Aroclors]; Pesticides; SVOCs/PAHs; Priority Pollutant Metals; TOC

Vibracore (PDI SOP No. 7); Sonic core (PDI SOP No. 8)




5


Sediment -2.5 feet from mudline; Composite samples for 0-2.5 ft






RM 1.7 to RM 8.3

13


Sediment -2.5 feet from mudline; Composite samples for 0-2.5 ft






RM 0.0 to RM 1.7

~320

16 CSTs; 20 (average) Samples per CST

CST Elutriate

Between -33 and -25.5 feet MLW; Composite samples for 0-6 feet and > 6 feet

To finalize the upper range target elutriate concentrations

TSS CST (with direct fill from port)




~100


CST Elutriate

-2.5 feet from mudline; Composite samples for 0-2.5 ft

To finalize the upper range target elutriate concentrations

TSS CST (with direct fill from port)



RM 1.7 to RM 8.3

~260


CST Elutriate


To finalize the upper range target elutriate

concentrations

TSS CST (with direct fill from

port)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference



RM 0.0 to RM 1.7

128 (64 each for Total and Dissolved)

16 DRETs; 4 Samples per DRET; Total and Dissolved/ Filtered (entire

sample volume)

DRET Elutriate

Between -33 and -25.5 feet MLW; Composite samples for 0-6 feet and > 6 feet

To evaluate potential for short-term contaminant release during dredging operations within

navigation channel

Dioxins/furans; PCB Congeners; PCBs [as Aroclors]; Pesticides; SVOCs/PAHs; Priority Pollutant Metals; TSS;

TOC/DOC

DRET (with direct fill from port)





5 DRETs; 4 Samples per DRET; Total and Dissolved/ Filtered (entire

sample volume)

DRET Elutriate

-2.5 feet from mudline; Composite samples for 0-2.5

ft

To evaluate potential for short-term contaminant release during dredging operations within Kearny Point mudflats

Dioxins/furans; PCB Congeners; PCBs [as Aroclors]; Pesticides; SVOCs/PAHs; Priority Pollutant Metals; TSS; TOC/DOC


Dredging Elutriate Test and Column

Settling Test


RM 1.7 to RM 8.3


13 DRETs; 4 Samples per DRET; Total and Dissolved/ Filtered (entire sample volume)

DRET Elutriate


To evaluate potential for short-term contaminant release during dredging operations within river





Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference



RM 0.5 2 (1 each for Total and Dissolved)

1 River Location; Total and Dissolved/ Filtered (entire sample volume)

Aqueous Coorelates to sediment samples collected at up to RM 0.7

To assess site water used for DRET/CST analyses


TOC/DOC






Aqueous Coorelates to sediment samples collected between RM 0.7 and RM 2.0



TOC/DOC






Aqueous Coorelates to sediment samples collected between RM 2.0 and RM 6.0



TOC/DOC




RM 7.0 2 (1 each for Total and

Dissolved)


Aqueous Coorelates to sediment samples collected upstream of RM 6.0

To assess site water used for DRET/CST

analyses


Peristaltic Pump (PDI

SOP No. 13)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation

(Appendix G to PDI WP)

Existing bulkheads, structures, and shoreline throughout OU 2; marine side


Sediment Cantilever bulkhead – 2x exposed wall height; Anchored bulkhead – 1.5x exposed wall height; Natural shoreline and rip-rapped areas – 1.5x height from proposed dredge depth to top of bank; Foundations – embedment +2x width OR 15 feet minimum below foundation

To assess the conditions of the soils that are supporting the embedded toe of the

walls

Moisture content, grain size/grain size finer than #200 sieve, Atterberg limits, direct shear test, unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, consolidated undrained tri-axial compression with pore pressure, percent organic matter, specific gravity, consolidation test, corrosivity series

Hollow Stem Auger or Rotary (PDI SOP No. 18)

Bulkhead and Shoreline

Evaluation


Existing bulkheads, structures, and shoreline throughout OU 2; land side

TBD [to be provided

in addendum]

Soil Cantilever bulkhead – 3x exposed wall height; Anchored bulkhead – 2x exposed wall height; Natural shoreline and rip-rapped areas – 2x height from proposed dredge depth to top of bank

To assess the backfill conditions and loading on the walls

Moisture content, grain size/grain size finer than #200 sieve, Atterberg limits, direct shear test, unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, consolidated undrained tri-axial compression with pore pressure, percent organic matter, specific gravity, consolidation test,

corrosivity series

Hollow Stem Auger or Rotary (PDI SOP No. 18)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Habitat Survey

(Appendix J to PDI WP)

Throughout OU 2 with 0.5-acre grids (except Kearny Point) and 5.9-acre grids for Kearny Point; Intertidal Zone

200 for mudflats; TBD for other intertidal areas

46 0.5-acre grid squares; 4 Kearny Point grid squares; 4 replicates per

grid square

Sediment 0 to 6 inches To characterize benthic invertebrate community in intertidal zone

Benthic community species count/ID

Benthic Invertebrate Surveys (PDI SOP No. 23)

Habitat Survey


Either side of navigation channel with 0.5-acre grids;

Subtidal Zone

136

34 0.5-acre grid squares; 4 replicates per

grid square

Sediment 0 to 6 inches To characterize benthic invertebrate community in subtidal zone

Benthic community species count/ID

Benthic Invertebrate Surveys (PDI SOP No. 23)

Habitat Survey


Throughout OU 2

144

12 survey stations/linear transects for each survey for 3 surveys per day (sunrise, midday, sunset) for each seasonal event for 4 events (spring, summer, fall,

winter)

Avifauna NA To identify the use, diversity and abundance of avian species on and above the intertidal, subtidal and bank habitats of OU 2

Avian communities Avian Surveys (PDI SOP No. 24)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference

Borrow Site Assessment

(Appendix K to

PDI WP)

Potential borrow source locations

TBD [to be provided in sampling/ analysis plan as part of BSA

WP]

Soil TBD [to be provided in sampling/analysis plan as part of BSA WP]

To characterize material and determine acceptability to RD parameters/for use

during remedy

Dioxins/furans, PCB congeners, TCL pesticides, TCL SVOCs, TCL VOCs, TAL metals, TOC, pH, chlorides, sulfate, grain size/grain size finer than #200 sieve, specific gravity, angularity, absorption, soundness, LA abrasion

Hand auger, shovel, coring device (to be provided in sampling/ analysis plan as part of BSA WP)

Investigation-Derived Waste

USDOT-approved containers (e.g., drums, roll-offs)

TBD

One composite sample per 10 drums of sample type, One composite sample per 500 tons in roll-off, or as per disposal facility requirements

Solids NA To classify material for appropriate

disposal

TCLP VOCs, TCLP SVOCs, TCLP Pesticides, TCLP Herbicides, TCLP Metals, RCRA characteristics, Dioxins/furans, PCBs as Aroclors, paint filter test

Sampling trier, trowel or scoop, soil auger


USDOT-approved containers (e.g., drums)

TBD

One composite sample per 10 drums of sample type, or as per disposal facility

requirements

Liquids NA To classify material for appropriate disposal

VOCs, SVOCs, Pesticides, Herbicides, Metals, RCRA characteristics, Dioxins/furans, PCBs as Aroclors

Bailer



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference



4 areas - RM 0 to RM 2, RM 2 to RM 4, RM 4 to RM 6,

RM 6 to RM 8.3

16

3 finfish species and 1 large invertebrate species; baseline

Tissue NA To provide baseline data to establish pre-remedy conditions

Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, Mercury, Copper and

Lead,, lipids

Fish and Crab Surveys and Sampling (SWM SOP No. 8); Fish and Crab Tissue Sample Preparation and Collection (SWM SOP No. 9)

Water Quality Monitoring

Transect monitoring location; 5 locations - approximately RM 0.0, RM 1.4, RM 4.3,

RM 6.7, RM 8.3

15

baseline (three distinct flow conditions)

Aqueous 3 feet from water surface and 3 feet

from sediment

To establish pre-remedial action

baseline conditions




Transect monitoring location; 5 locations - approximately RM 0.0, RM 1.4, RM 4.3, RM 6.7, RM 8.3

15


Aqueous 3 feet To establish pre-remedial action

baseline conditions

Full water column particle size and

distribution data



Transect monitoring location; 5 locations - approximately RM 0.0, RM 1.4, RM 4.3,

RM 6.7, RM 8.3

15



To establish pre-remedial action baseline conditions for OU 2, to evaluate long-term changes after the completion of the remedy

SSC, Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, LL Mercury, Copper and Lead,TOC, DOC, POC

Peristaltic Pump (SWM SOP No. 7); Passive sampling device (to be provided in addendum if selected)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference


Transect monitoring location; 2 locations - approximately

RM 0.0, RM 8.3

48

quarterly during approximately 6 years of implementation


To evaluate conditions during implementation of the remedy




Transect monitoring location; 2 locations - approximately

RM 0.0, RM 8.3

48


Aqueous 3 feet To evaluate conditions during implementation of the remedy

Full water column particle size and distribution data



Transect monitoring location; 2 locations - approximately RM 0.0, RM 8.3

48



To evaluate conditions during implementation of the remedy

SSC, Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, LL Mercury, Copper and

Lead,TOC, DOC, POC

Peristaltic Pump (SWM SOP No. 7); Passive sampling device (to be provided in addendum if

selected) Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring

4 areas - RM 0 to RM 2, RM 2 to RM 4, RM 4 to RM 6, RM 6 to RM 8.3

128

3 finfish species and 1 large invertebrate species; years 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 and 15 after completion of sediment capping

Tissue NA To develop long-term strategy for post-remediation monitoring, to provide long-term post-remedial monitoring data to assess remediation

effectiveness

Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, Mercury, Copper and Lead,lipids

Fish and Crab Surveys and Sampling (SWM SOP No. 8); Fish and Crab Tissue Sample Preparation and Collection (SWM SOP No. 9)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference



100

years 0, 1, 5, 10 and 15 (quarterly) after completion of sediment capping


To establish pre-remedial action baseline conditions for OU 2, to evaluate long-term changes after the completion of the remedy





100


Aqueous 3 feet To establish pre-remedial action baseline conditions for OU 2, to evaluate long-term changes after the completion of the remedy





100


Aqueous 3 feet from water surface and 3 feet

from sediment

To establish pre-remedial action baseline conditions for OU 2, to evaluate long-term changes after the completion

of the remedy

SSC, Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, LL Mercury, Copper and Lead,TOC, DOC, POC

Peristaltic Pump (SWM SOP No. 7); Passive sampling device (to be provided in addendum if selected)

Surface Sediment

Cap completion units (CUs) identified at completion of design, developed based on geomorphological areas, cap type, and cap

area


years 1, 5, 10 and 15 (quarterly) after completion of sediment capping; after significant storm events

Sediment; multi-incremental approach for compositing

1 to 2 inches; 6 inches

To monitor potential recontamination of the cap surface, to develop a long-term monitoring and sampling strategy for verifying post-remediation cap performance

Dioxins/furans, PCB Congeners, DDx and Dieldrin; PAHs, Mercury, Copper and Lead,grain size/grain size finer than #200

sieve, TOC

Check Valve (SWM SOP No. 4); Piston Corer (SWM SOP No. 5)



Sampling Program 1

Sampling Location

Number of Samples


Reference


USDOT-approved containers (e.g., drums, roll-offs)

TBD

One composite sample per 10 drums of sample type, One composite sample per 500 tons in roll-off, or as per disposal facility requirements

Solids NA To classify material for appropriate disposal

TCLP VOCs, TCLP SVOCs, TCLP Pesticides, TCLP Herbicides, TCLP Metals, RCRA characteristics, Dioxins/furans, PCBs as Aroclors, paint filter test

Sampling trier, trowel or scoop, soil auger


USDOT-approved containers (e.g., drums)

TBD

One composite sample per 10 drums of sample type, or as per disposal facility requirements

Liquids NA To classify material for appropriate disposal

VOCs, SVOCs, Pesticides, Herbicides, Metals, RCRA characteristics, Dioxins/furans, PCBs as Aroclors

Bailer

1 Details on the sampling and analysis program for the Treatability Studies will be provided in a separate UFP-QAPP.

If, during Site Selection and Evaluation, a potential sediment processing site requires sampling and analyses, details on that program will be provided in a separate UFP-QAPP.

2 Analyte lists are presented on Worksheet #15.



Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Dioxins/Furans and PCB Congeners

Laboratories:

PRIMARY:

SGS Wilmington

5500 Business Drive

Wilmington, NC 28405

SECONDARY:

TestAmerica-Knoxville Vista Analytical Laboratory

5815 Middlebrook Pike 1104 Windfield Way

Knoxville, TN 37921 El Dorado Hills, Ca 95762

Required Accreditations/Certifications: NELAP/New Jersey

Sample Delivery Method: Federal Express; Courier (if possible)

Analyte/ Analyte Group

Matrix Method/SOP 4 Containers 1, 5 (number, size,

and type) Preservation 5

Holding Time 3 (preparation/ analysis)

Data Package Turnaround

Dioxins/ Furans

Solid EPA 1613B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 4 ounce (oz.) amber wide-mouth glass jar 2 inside 1 quart zipper bag [may be combined into (1) 4 to 8 oz. with other analytes]

In darkness; <4°C during transport; Keep in darkness and store at <4°C prior to extraction or freeze upon receipt at laboratory (< -10°C) if sample is on hold

Up to 365 days (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C); Up to 365 days from extraction to analysis (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C)

21 calendar days

Dioxins/ Furans

Aqueous EPA 1613B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(2) 1 Liter (L) amber glass with Teflon-lined cap inside gallon zipper bags

In darkness; 0 to 4°C during transport; if residual chlorine present, add 80 mg sodium thiosulfate per liter water; if pH>9, adjust to pH of 7 to 9 with sulfuric acid

Up to 365 days (if stored in darkness by lab at 0 to 4°C); Up to 365 days from extraction to analysis (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C)

21 calendar days








Dioxins/ Furans

Aqueous (DRET Elutriate)


(1) 1 Liter (L) amber glass with Teflon-lined cap inside gallon zipper bags

In darkness; 0 to 4°C during transport

Up to 365 days (if stored in darkness by lab at 0 to 4°C); Up to 365 days from extraction to analysis (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C)

21 calendar days

Dioxins/ Furans

Tissue EPA 1613B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

Individually wrapped in extra heavy duty aluminum foil; then placed into 1 to 2 quart zipper bag

<4°C during transport; Keep in darkness and freeze upon receipt at laboratory (< -10°C)


21 calendar days

PCB Congeners

Solid EPA 1668A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 4 oz. amber wide-mouth glass jar 2 inside 1 quart zipper bag [may be combined into (1) 4 to 8 oz. with other analytes]

In darkness; <6°C during transport; Keep in darkness and store at <4°C prior to extraction or freeze upon receipt at laboratory (< -10°C) if sample is on hold


21 calendar days

PCB Congeners

Aqueous EPA 1668A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(2) 1 L amber glass with Teflon-lined cap inside gallon zipper bags

In darkness; <6°C during transport; if residual chlorine present, add 80 mg sodium thiosulfate per liter water

Up to 365 days (if stored in darkness by lab at <6°C); Up to 365 days from extraction to analysis (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C)

21 calendar days

PCB Congeners




In darkness; <6°C during transport

Up to 365 days (if stored in darkness by lab at <6°C); Up to 365 days from extraction to analysis (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C)

21 calendar days








PCB Congeners

Tissue EPA 1668A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


<6°C during transport; Keep in darkness and freeze upon receipt at laboratory (< -10°C)

Up to 24 hours at <6°C for transport [if longer transport time is necessary, freeze sample and ship under dry ice]; Up to 365 days (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C); Up to 365 days from extraction to analysis (if stored in darkness by lab at < -10°C)

21 calendar days

DDx / Pesticides

Solid EPA 1699 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 1 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 oz. amber wide-mouth glass jar 2 inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (1) 4 to 8 oz. with other analytes]

4°C Extract and analyze within 365 days of collection if maintained in the dark at <-10°C after receipt at the laboratory (note: if sample stored for >14 days, container shall be hermetically sealed or moisture content determined upon receipt)

21 calendar days

DDx / Pesticides

Aqueous EPA 1699 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


4°C 7 days for extraction; 40 days for analysis

21 calendar days

DDx / Pesticides





21 calendar days








DDx / Pesticides

Tissue EPA 1699 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Freeze Extract and analyze within 365 days of collection if maintained in the dark at <-10°C after receipt at the laboratory (note: if sample stored for >14 days, container shall be hermetically sealed or moisture content determined upon receipt)

21 calendar days

1 Sample bottleware will be in accordance with the EPA’s “Specification and Guidance for Obtaining Contaminant-Free Sample Containers” (EPA 540/R-93/051; December 1992). Glass containers (if utilized) will be provided by the laboratory. The storage of bottleware at the Project location will be kept to a minimum; however, as the Project is under the direction of EPA Region 2, the New Jersey requirement to limit bottleware to 4 days on-site is not applicable.

2 If glass bottleware is utilized AND the sample will be frozen, the container should be filled no more than two-thirds (2/3) full to allow expansion during the freezing process.

3 Holding time is calculated from the date/time of sample collection to the date/time of sample preparation or sample analysis (depending on parameter). For sediment core sampling, the holding time will be calculated from the date/time of core opening, logging, and sub-sampling. If a sediment core sub-sample is preserved (i.e., frozen), sample preparation/analysis holding times will begin upon thawing of material.

4 Laboratory-specific SOPs in relation to the provided methods and associated extraction/cleanup procedures are provided in Worksheet #23.

5 Alternative bottle sizes and preservatives may be utilized as deemed appropriate by the laboratory and field staff.



Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – PAHs, Mercury/LL Mercury/Metals, Lipids, and/or General Water Chemistry

Laboratories:

PRIMARY:

SGS Accutest

2235 US Highway 130

Dayton, NJ 08810

SECONDARY:

TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (includes intercompany transfer to TestAmerica-North Canton)

301 Alpha Drive

Pittsburgh, PA 15238








PAHs Tissue SW-846 8270D (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Freeze Store frozen; 14 days for extraction; 40 days for analysis

21 calendar days

Mercury/ Metals (Cu/Pb)

Aqueous SW-846 6020A, 7470A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 500 mL or 1 L polyethylene

HNO3 to pH<2; 4°C

180 days (28 days Hg) 21 calendar days

LL Mercury Aqueous EPA 1631E (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) up to 2 L rigorously cleaned glass or fluoropolymer bottle with fluoropolymer or fluoropolymer-lined, tightly sealing caps

4°C 5 mL/L of pretested 12N HCl or 5 mL/L BrCl solution by laboratory upon receipt

48 hours (unpreserved); 28 days (oxidized only); 90 days (preserved)

21 calendar days









Tissue SW-846 6010C, 7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Freeze Store frozen; 180 days (28 days Hg) from thawing or collection to analysis

21 calendar days

Lipid Content Tissue Method 1613 Section 2.1.3.1


Freeze Store frozen until analysis

21 calendar days

TOC Aqueous SW-846 9060A* (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) up to 500 mL glass (inside gallon zipper bag) or polyethylene

HCl or H2SO4 or H3PO4 to pH<2; 4°C

28 days 21 calendar days

DOC Aqueous SW-846 9060A* (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


Filtered through prewashed 0.7 micron glass microfiber membrane filter prior to acid preservation; HCl or H2SO4 or H3PO4 to pH<2; 4°C


POC Aqueous Lloyd Kahn on filtered material* (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) up to 500 mL amber glass inside gallon zipper bag

4°C 7 days to filtration; NA for analysis of filters if stored at -20°C or dried at 103-105°C for 24 hours and placed in desiccator

21 calendar days

SSC (TSS)

Aqueous SM 2540* (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) up to 500 mL polyethylene

4°C 7 days 21 calendar days








* Entire container of sample to be utilized during analytical methodology. For the SSC, DOC and POC analyses, the laboratory will use one sample for all three parameters. The samples will be filtered through a 0.7 um glass fiber filter, and the elutriate collected for the analysis of DOC. The SSC and POC will be analyzed using the filter collected suspended sediment.



Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times –SVOCs/PAHs, Mercury/Metals, TOC (Solid/Sediment Coring Program)

Laboratories:

PRIMARY:

SGS Accutest

2235 US Highway 130

Dayton, NJ 08810

SECONDARY:

TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (includes intercompany transfer to TestAmerica-Burlington)

301 Alpha Drive





Matrix Method/SOP 4 Containers 1,5 (number, size,




SVOCs/ PAHs

Solid SW-846 8270D (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



21 calendar days









Solid SW-846 6010C, 7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


4°C Store frozen; 180 days (28 days Hg) from thawing or collection to analysis

21 calendar days

TOC Solid Lloyd Kahn (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 1 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (1) 4 to 8 oz. with other analytes]









Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – PCBs [as Aroclors], SVOCs/PAHs, Petroleum Hydrocarbons, VOCs, Metals, Waste Classification Parameters (TCLP/RCRA), General Soil, and/or General Water Chemistry

Laboratories:

PRIMARY:

TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (includes intercompany transfer to TestAmerica-North Canton and TestAmerica-Burlington)

301 Alpha Drive


SECONDARY:

SGS Accutest

2235 US Highway 130

Dayton, NJ 08810








PCBs [as Aroclors]

Solid SW-846 8082A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 1 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 oz. amber wide-mouth glass jar 2 inside quart zipper bag [may be combined with other analytes]


21 calendar days

PCBs [as Aroclors]

Aqueous SW-846 8082A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



21 calendar days








TCL SVOCs/ PAHs

Solid (excluding sediment coring program)

SW-846 8270D (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



21 calendar days

SVOCs/ PAHs

Aqueous SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



21 calendar days

SVOCs/ PAHs



(1) 250 mL amber glass with Teflon-lined cap inside gallon zipper bags


21 calendar days

Petroleum Hydrocarbons [GRO]


(3) 40 milliliter (mL) volatile organic analysis (VOA) vials with sodium bisulfate/ methanol inside quart zipper bag


Petroleum Hydrocarbons [DRO/ORO]


(1) 4 oz. amber wide-mouth glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined with other analytes]

4°C 14 days for extraction; 40 days after extraction to analysis

21 calendar days

TCL VOCs Solid SW-846 8260C (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(3) 40 milliliter (mL) volatile organic analysis (VOA) vials with sodium bisulfate/ methanol inside quart zipper bag









TCL Pesticides

Solid SW-846 8081B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)



21 calendar days

PP Metals/ TAL Metals

Solid SW-846 6010C/7471B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 4 oz. amber wide-mouth glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined with other analytes]

4°C 180 days (28 days Hg) 21 calendar days

PP Metals Aqueous (DRET Elutriate)

SW-846 6020A/7470A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(2) 250 mL or (1) 500 mL polyethylene

HNO3 to pH<2; 4°C


Waste Classification [TCLP VOCs]

Solid SW-846 1311/8260C (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 4 oz. amber wide-mouth, Teflon-lined glass jar inside quart zipper bag

4°C 14 days for TCLP; 14 days from TCLP for analysis

21 calendar days

Waste Classification [TCLP SVOCs, Pesticides, Herbicides]

Solid SW-846 1311/ 8270D/8081B/ 8151A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 8 oz. or (1) 16 oz. amber wide-mouth, Teflon-lined glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (1) 32 oz. with other analytes]

4°C 14 days for TCLP; 7 days from TCLP for extraction; 40 days for analysis

21 calendar days








Waste Classification [TCLP Metals]

Solid SW-846 1311/ 6010C/7470A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


4°C 180 days (28 days Hg) for TCLP; 180 days (28 days Hg) for analysis

21 calendar days

Waste Classification [RCRA]; Paint Filter Test

Solid SW-846 1020B, 9045D, 9014, 9034/9030B, 9095B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


NA NA 21 calendar days

Waste Classification [VOCs]

Aqueous SW-846 8260C (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(3) 40 mL VOA vials with sodium bisulfate/ methanol inside quart zipper bag

HCl to pH<2; 4°C


Waste Classification [SVOCs, Pesticides, Herbicides]

Aqueous SW-846 8270D/ 8081B/8151A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(2 to 6) 1 L amber glass with Teflon-lined cap inside gallon zipper bags


21 calendar days

Waste Classification [Metals]

Aqueous SW-846 1311/ 6010C/7470A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 500 mL or 1 L polyethylene

HNO3 to pH<2; 4°C


Waste Classification [RCRA]

Aqueous SW-846 1020B, 9045D (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 250 mL or 500 mL polyethylene










Aqueous SW-846 9014 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 500 mL polyethylene

NaOH to pH>12; 4°C



Aqueous SW-846 9034/9030B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 500 mL polyethylene

Zinc acetate; NaOH to pH>9; 4°C


TOC Solid Lloyd Kahn (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 1 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined with other soil chem/geotech if possible]


TOC Aqueous SW-846 9060A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)


HCl or H2SO4 or H3PO4 to pH<2; 4°C


TOC; DOC



(3) 40 mL VOA vials HCl or H2SO4 or H3PO4 to pH<2; 4°C


TSS/SSC Aqueous SM 2540* (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific SOP designation)

(1) 1 L polyethylene 4°C 7 days 21 calendar days



3 Holding time is calculated from the date/time of sample collection to the date/time of sample preparation or sample analysis (depending on



parameter). For sediment core sampling, the holding time will be calculated from the date/time of core opening, logging, and sub-sampling. If a sediment core sub-sample is preserved (i.e., frozen), sample preparation/analysis holding times will begin upon thawing of material.



* Entire container of sample to be utilized during analytical methodology.



Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Large-Volume Water Column Aliquot for Filtering

Laboratories:

PRIMARY:

SGS Accutest

2235 US Highway 130

Dayton, NJ 08810

SECONDARY:

SGS Wilmington

5500 Business Drive

Wilmington, NC 28405

Required Accreditations/Certifications: N/A

Sample Delivery Method: Federal Express


Matrix Method/SOP Containers 1,3 (number, size,




Water Column Analyte Groups Post-Filtration

Solid Filtration via 0.7-micron GFF

(1) 2.5-gallon HDPE NA; analyte group-specific preservation requirements performed immediately after filtration

Filtration to occur within 48 hours upon receipt at laboratory; analyte group-specific holding times to begin immediately after filtration/ preservation

21 calendar days

1 Sample bottleware will be in accordance with the EPA’s “Specification and Guidance for Obtaining Contaminant-Free Sample Containers” (EPA 540/R-93/051; December 1992). The storage of bottleware at the Project location will be kept to a minimum; however, as the Project is under the direction of EPA Region 2, the New Jersey requirement to limit bottleware to 4 days on-site is not applicable.





Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – DRET/CST

Laboratories:

PRIMARY:

TestAmerica-Pittsburgh

301 Alpha Drive


SECONDARY:

Tetra Tech Divisions

1634 Eastport Plaza Drive

Collinsville, Illinois 62234


Sample Delivery Method: Federal Express






DRET Solid DRET Procedure (1) 5-gallon bucket of composited sediment

NA 6 months 21 calendar days

DRET Aqueous DRET Procedure (2) 10-gallon carboys of river water


CST Solid CST Procedure (1) 5-gallon bucket of composited sediment


CST Aqueous CST Procedure (2) 10-gallon carboys of river water








Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Grain Size

Laboratories:

Aqua Survey, Inc.

469 Point Breeze Road

Flemington, NJ 08822


Sample Delivery Method: Federal Express / Courier (prior to shipping, samples will be handled and stored as described in SOP 19 and in accordance with ASTM D2216 and D4220 such as in sealed packages at a facility with controlled heating/cooling that prevents direct contact with sunlight.)



and type) Preservation4



Grain Size Solid ASTM D6913 (sieve)

(1) 1 to 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag


Grain size finer than #200 sieve

Solid ASTM D7928 (hydrometer)

(1) 1 to 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag


1 Sample bottleware will be in accordance with the EPA’s “Specification and Guidance for Obtaining Contaminant-Free Sample Containers” (EPA 540/R-93/051; December 1992). Glass containers (if utilized) will be provided by the laboratory. Alternative bottle sizes may be utilized as deemed appropriate by the laboratory and field sampling staff. The storage of bottleware at the Project location will be kept to a minimum; however, as the Project is under the direction of EPA Region 2, the New Jersey requirement to limit bottleware to 4 days on-site is not applicable.






Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Geotechnical Parameters

Laboratories*:

PRIMARY SECONDAY

HWA Geoscience TRC Geotechnical Laboratory

21312 30th Drive SE Suite 110 505 Science Drive, Suite C

Bothell, WA 98021 Madison, WI 53711


Sample Delivery Method: Federal Express (approximately every two weeks – prior to shipping, samples will be handled and stored as described in SOP 19 and in accordance with ASTM D2216 and D4220 such as in sealed packages at a facility with controlled heating/cooling that prevents direct contact with sunlight.)






Moisture content

Solid ASTM D2216 (1) 1 to 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other geotech if possible]


Grain Size Solid ASTM D6913 (sieve)

(1) 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other geotech if possible]


Grain size finer than #200 sieve

Solid ASTM D7928 (hydrometer)

(1) 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other geotech if possible]









Atterberg Limits Solid ASTM D4318 (1) 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other geotech if possible]


Specific Gravity Solid ASTM D854 (1) 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other geotech if possible]


Percent solids by weight



Unit weight ** Solid ASTM D7263 ** (1) intact core NA NA 21 calendar days

Percent Organic Matter



Direct shear test

Solid ASTM D3080 (1) thin-walled cylinder and (1) 2 quart zipper bag inside another [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other soil chem/geotech if possible]









Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression



Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression



Consolidation test



Corrosivity (pH, Sulfate)

Solid ASTM D4972, C1580, G187, and G200; AASHTO T 291

(1) 1 to 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other geotech if possible]


Chlorides Solid AASHTO T 291 (1) 1 to 2 quart zipper bag inside another or (1) 4 to 8 oz. glass jar inside quart zipper bag [may be combined into (2) 1 gallon zipper bags with other geotech if possible]


Angularity Solid ASTM D5821 (1) 5-gallon bucket (~2 kg of material minimum)


Absorption Solid AASHTO T 84/ AASHTO T 85

(1) 5-gallon bucket (~2 kg of material minimum)









Soundness Solid AASHTO T 104 (1) 5-gallon bucket (~2 kg of material minimum)


LA Abrasion Solid AASHTO T 96 (1) 5-gallon bucket (~2 kg of material minimum)


* It is GSH’s intention to ship geotechnical samples to only one of these subcontractors, HWA Geoscience. If both geotechnical laboratories are utilized, different tests will be performed at different samples and there will not be an overlap between the laboratories. Each laboratory will run the proposed geotechnical tests per the ASTM/AASHTO standard methods. An inter-laboratory study will not be needed to demonstrate comparability of the results. ** When intact cores are not shipped to the laboratory (such as during the Sediment Geotechnical Characterization), unit weight will be calculated in the field following the procedure in Change Request No. 6, attached to SOP No. 9.







Worksheets #19 & 30: Sample Containers, Preservation, and Hold Times – Benthic Community Species Count/ID

Laboratories:

EcoAnalysts, Inc.

1420 South Blaine Street, Suite 14

Moscow, Idaho 83843

Required Accreditations/Certifications: NA



Matrix Method/SOP Containers 1

(number, size, and type)

Preservation Holding Time 2

(preparation/ analysis) Data Package Turnaround

Benthic Community Species Count/ID

Solid Standard Operating Procedures for Laboratory Analysis: Benthic Macroinvertebrate Indicator

(1) 1 L wide mouth polyethylene bottle inside gallon zipper bag

10% buffered formalin and Rose Bengal solution; <4°C during transport and at laboratory; store in darkness without headspace or with a nitrogen headspace

NA 21 calendar days

1 – Sample bottleware will be in accordance with the EPA’s “Specification and Guidance for Obtaining Contaminant-Free Sample Containers” (EPA 540/R-93/051; December 1992). Glass containers (if utilized) will be provided by the laboratory. Alternative bottle sizes may be utilized as deemed appropriate by the laboratory and field staff. The storage of bottleware at the Project location will be kept to a minimum; however, as the Project is under the direction of EPA Region 2, the New Jersey requirement to limit bottleware to 4 days on-site is not applicable.

2 – Holding time is calculated from the date/time of sample collection to the date/time of sample preparation or sample analysis (depending on parameter).



Worksheet #20: Field QC Summary

Sampling Program

Matrix Analytical Group Primary

Samples ** Field Duplicates *

MS/ MSDs*

Field Equipment Rinsate Blanks*

Trip Blanks* Cooler

Temperature Blanks*

Split Samples*

PE Samples*

Total Number


Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1 to PDI WP)

Solid (Sediment)

Dioxin/Furans 3655 (PDI) One per every 20 project samples

NA One per batch of unused core liners per type of coring technique prior to sampling; One per sampling event or one per week, whichever is more frequent, per type of non-dedicated sampling equipment utilized***

NA One per cooler Only if determined to be necessary****

EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements

Only if determined to be necessary*****

~3,900 (PDI)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin

PAHs One per every 20 project samples

Mercury, Copper and Lead

TOC NA NA ~3,655 (PDI)

Grain size/Grain size finer than #200 sieve

956 (PDI) NA 956 (PDI)

Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2 to PDI WP)

Solid (Sediment)

Sediment Geotechnical Group 1 (physical1)

92 (PDI) NA NA NA NA NA Only if determined to be necessary**** EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements

NA 92 (PDI)

Sediment Geotechnical Group 2 (physical, strength, consolidation2)

80 (PDI) 80 (PDI)

TOC 44 (PDI) One per every 20 project samples

47 (PDI)

Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3 to PDI WP)

Aqueous (TCLP Extract)

TCLP VOCs 365 (PDI) One per every 20 project samples

One per every 20 project samples

NA NA One per cooler Only if determined to be necessary**** EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements

Only if determined to be necessary****

403 (PDI)

TCLP SVOCs

TCLP Pesticides

TCLP Herbicides

TCLP Metals

Solid (Sediment) Petroleum Hydrocarbons NA

RCRA Characteristics

Dioxin/Furans

TOC

Solid (UHCs in Sediment)

SVOCs TBD (PDI)6 One per every 20 project samples


One per sampling event or one per week, whichever is more frequent, per type of non-dedicated sampling equipment utilized***


Only if determined to be necessary****

TBD (PDI)

Pesticides

PCBs

Herbicides

TAL Metals

6 Note that the “to be determined” samples for UHCs are not in addition to the 365 samples for the full waste characterization parameters, but would be a subset of those that require these additional analyses (as needed).



Sampling Program



MS/ MSDs*


Trip Blanks* Cooler

Temperature Blanks*

Split Samples*

PE Samples*

Total Number


Aqueous (Water)

Dioxin/Furans TBD [to be provided in addendum] (PDI)


NA One per sampling event or one per week, whichever is more frequent, per type of non-dedicated sampling equipment utilized***

NA One per cooler Only if determined to be necessary**** EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements


TBD [to be provided in addendum] (PDI)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin

PAHs One per every 20 project samples (one per every 10 LL Hg samples)

LL Mercury, Copper and Lead

DOC NA NA

TSS

Temperature (for flux) 6 (min) (PDI) NA NA NA NA 6 (min) (PDI)

Discharge rate (for flux) 6 (min) (PDI)

Gas ebullition 6 (min) (PDI)

Hydraulic conductivity; vertical hydraulic gradient

6 (min) (PDI)



Aqueous (Water)

Current velocities 60 (PDI) [data downloads per one year; 10 - 15 min interval measurements]

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 60 (PDI)

Conductivity, temperature, pressure, DO, pH, optical turbidity, Chl-a/phycoerythrin fluorescence, FDOM

120 (PDI) [data downloads per one year; 10 - 15 min interval measurements]

120 (PDI)

Aqueous (Water – Whole Water)

Dioxin/Furans 448 (PDI) [per one-year]





~483 (PDI)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin


~506 (PDI) [~528 LL Hg]


SSC (TSS) NA NA ~471 (PDI)

DOC

POC

Aqueous (Water – Filtered/ Dissolved Phase)






~220 (PDI)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin


~230 (PDI) [~240 LL Hg]


SSC (TSS) NA NA ~210 (PDI)

DOC

POC



Sampling Program



MS/ MSDs*


Trip Blanks* Cooler

Temperature Blanks*

Split Samples*

PE Samples*

Total Number

Solid (Filtered Material)






30 (PDI)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin


32 (PDI)

Aqueous (Water)


45 (PDI) [per one-year]

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 45 (PDI)

Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation


Solid (Soil/Sediment)

Bulkhead Geotechnical Group 3

TBD (to be provided in addendum) (PDI)

NA NA NA NA NA Only if determined to be necessary**** EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements

NA TBD (PDI)


Solid (Sediment)

Dioxin/Furans 34 (PDI) NA NA NA NA One per cooler for non-bulk samples; NA for bulk sediment samples undergoing elutriate testing

Only if determined to be necessary**** EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements


34 (PDI)

PCB Congeners

PCBs as Aroclors One per every 20 project samples

Pesticides

SVOCs/PAHs

PP Metals (inc mercury)

TOC NA


Aqueous (CST Elutriate; DRET Elutriate; Water)

Dioxin/Furans 280 (PDI) NA NA One on the 4-liter DRET cylinder (if resuable cylinders are used)

NA One per cooler for non-bulk samples; NA for bulk water samples to be used during elutriate testing

Only if determined to be necessary**** EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements


280 (PDI)

PCB Congeners

PCBs as Aroclors One per every 20 project samples

294 (PDI)

Pesticides

SVOCs/PAHs

PP Metals (inc mercury)

TOC NA NA 280 (PDI)

TSS ~960 (PDI) ~960 (PDI)

Habitat Survey


Solid Benthic Community Species Count//ID

336 (min; additional samples for other intertidal area TBD) (PDI)

All sampled grid squares already collected in replicate; no additional required

NA NA NA NA Only if determined to be necessary**** EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements

NA 336 (min) (PDI)



Sampling Program



MS/ MSDs*


Trip Blanks* Cooler

Temperature Blanks*

Split Samples*

PE Samples*

Total Number

Borrow Site Assessment

(Appendix K to PDI WP)

Solid (Soil)

Dioxin/Furans TBD (PDI) One per every 20 project samples



EPA may perform split sampling for QA purposes; sufficient mass of matrix material shall be collected as appropriate for EPA split sampling requirements


TBD (PDI)

PCB Congeners

TCL Pesticides One per every 20 project samples

TCL SVOCs

TCL VOCs

TAL Metals

Petroleum Hydrocarbons

TOC

Geotechnical/ geo-chemistry Group parameters 4

NA NA NA TBD (PDI)

Site-Wide Monitoring

Surface Sediment Solid (Sediment)

Dioxin/Furans TBD (SWM) One per every 20 project samples




TBD (SWM)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin



TOC NA NA

Grain size/Grain size finer than #200 sieve


Aqueous (Water)

Dioxin/Furans 163 (SWM) One per every 20 project samples




~185 (SWM)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin



TOC/DOC/POC NA NA 163 (SWM)

SSC

Field parameters NA NA NA NA 163 (SWM)


Tissue Dioxin/Furans 144 (SWM) One per every 10 project samples

NA One per sampling event or one per week, whichever is more frequent, if non-dedicated sampling equipment utilized***



~165 (SWM)

PCB Congeners

DDx/Dieldrin

PAHs


Lipid Content NA

IDW

Investigation-Derived Wastes

Solid (Sediment)to Aqueous (TCLP Extract)

TCLP VOCs TBD (PDI) TBD (SWM)

NA NA NA NA One per cooler NA NA TBD (PDI) TBD (SWM)

TCLP SVOCs

TCLP Pesticides



Sampling Program



MS/ MSDs*


Trip Blanks* Cooler

Temperature Blanks*

Split Samples*

PE Samples*

Total Number

TCLP Herbicides

TCLP Metals

Solid (Sediment) RCRA Characteristics

Dioxin/Furans

PCBs as Aroclors

Paint Filter Test

Aqueous (Liquids) VOCs TBD (PDI) TBD (SWM)

NA NA NA NA One per cooler NA NA TBD (PDI) TBD (SWM)

SVOCs

Pesticides

Herbicides

Metals

RCRA Characteristics

Dioxin/Furans

PCBs as Aroclors

Notes:

* = See definition of QC samples on subsequent pages of this worksheet. Split samples were discussed under “Comparability” in Worksheet #11.

** = Estimated based on type of sampling, area being sampled, etc.; to be finalized after 2017 GBSD survey (see individual plans).

*** = The frequency for field equipment rinsate blanks may be reduced once the ability to collect clean samples has been demonstrated.

**** = Split samples will be collected to determine the degree of comparability between laboratories as deemed necessary when multiple subcontractors are used for a sample matrix/fraction over the course of the Project. EPA’s oversight team will be collecting a certain number of split samples for QA/enforcement purposes based on EPA’s Oversight QAPP.

***** = In addition to the annual reference/PE samples that are required for a laboratory to maintain certification, Project-specific PE samples may be used to monitor laboratory performance. These Project-specific PE samples (procured from an approved vendor) will be submitted to a laboratory if it appears that there is a recurring issue of insufficient quality based on verification and/or validation review of the data. This determination will be made by the OU 2 Team, in concert with EPA Region 2. If Project-specific PE samples are submitted to a laboratory, the laboratory will be required to provide acceptable results prior to receiving more samples.

1 Sediment Geotechnical Group 1 parameters include Moisture content, Grain size distribution, Grain size finer than #200 sieve, Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight, Percent organic matter.

2 Sediment Geotechnical Group 2 parameters include Moisture content, Grain size distribution, Grain size finer than #200 sieve, Atterberg limits, Specific gravity, Percent solids by weight, Unit weight, Percent organic matter, Direct shear, Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression; Consolidation test.

3 Bulkhead Geotechnical Group parameters include Moisture content, Grain size distribution, Grain size finer than #200 sieve, Atterberg limits, Direct shear, Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression, Percent organic matter, Specific gravity, Consolidation test, Corrosivity series.

4 BSA Geotechnical/geo-chemistry Group parameters include Grain size distribution/finer than #200 sieve, Specific gravity, Angularity, Absorption, Soundness, LA Abrasion, pH, chlorides, sulfate.



Worksheet #20: Field QC Summary (continued)

Field QC samples to be collected over the duration of the project will include:

Field Environmental Duplicate Samples

Duplicate environmental samples will be analyzed to evaluate the reproducibility and representativeness of

the sampling procedures. Duplicate samples will be collected at a rate of five percent of the total samples

for each specific matrix for each type of chemical analysis (i.e., one duplicate for up to every 20 samples).

The duplicate samples will be collected as additional volume from the same location/sampling interval and

at the same time as the primary environmental sample; however, the duplicated samples will be “coded” in

such a manner that the laboratory will not be able to determine of which original field sample they are

duplicated (i.e., “blind” duplicates). An explanation of the duplicate “coding” must be written in the field

logbook. Preservation and analysis of duplicate samples will be identical to those for the associated

environmental samples. Precision of field data will be evaluated based on the calculation of RPD, with

acceptance criteria outlined in Worksheet #12.

Field environmental duplicates will not be collected for samples associated with waste characterization

analyzes or general soil chemistry/geotechnical parameter testing.

Matrix Spikes

Matrix spike/matrix spike duplicate (MS/MSD) samples (also known as spike/duplicate samples or

laboratory fortified samples) will be used to assess precision and accuracy of the analytical methods. In

this procedure, additional aliquots of an actual field sample are collected at a specific location, and then

“spiked” in the laboratory by the addition of known amounts of an analyte or analytes. These samples are

then analyzed identically to the field samples. A comparison of the resulting concentration to the original

sample concentration, and among two “spike” sample concentrations, provides information on the ability of

the analytical procedure to generate a correct result from the sample.

Additional volume for MS/MSD samples will be collected in the field at a rate of five percent, and will be

analyzed on a per batch basis, with up to 20 samples constituting a batch. The validity of MS/MSD %R

and RPD values will be determined using the acceptance criteria stated in Worksheet #12.

Field Equipment Rinsate Blanks

A field blank will be collected to evaluate the potential for residual chemical contamination of environmental

samples from inadequate decontamination of field equipment. Field blanks will be collected by pouring

laboratory-supplied deionized (DI) water over and/or through non-dedicated, decontaminated equipment,

and collecting the rinsate. Field blanks will be collected at a frequency of one per decontamination event,

not to exceed one per day, per type of sampling equipment and event, for chemical parameters (e.g., field

blanks are not necessary for geotechnical or water quality parameters). Analysis of field blanks will be

performed using the same methodology as the associated environmental samples, and the blanks will be

preserved as indicated in the applicable methods. Sufficient equipment will be available and field activities

scheduled, as possible, to minimize the number of field blanks required.

Trip Blanks

A trip blank serves to detect possible cross-contamination of samples resulting from handling, storage and

shipment procedures for volatile parameters (e.g., GRO). Trip blanks consist of volatile organic analysis

(VOA) vials filled with DI water prior to initiation of daily field activities and preserved accordingly, which

accompany the day’s aqueous environmental samples (for volatile parameters) through collection and

shipment to the laboratory. In addition, trip blanks are stored by the laboratory under the same conditions

as the environmental samples. A trip blank must accompany each cooler containing aqueous samples for

volatile parameter analysis, and will be analyzed identically to the associated environmental samples. All

aqueous samples will be consolidated in one cooler for daily shipment, as possible, to minimize the number



of trip blanks required for the field program. At this time, no aqueous samples for volatile parameters are

planned for the Project, and no trip blanks will be required for the PDI field program.

Cooler Temperature Blanks

A cooler temperature blank will be included in each cooler of samples shipped from the Project to verify

that the cooler temperature has been maintained at the required temperature (e.g., 4 2°C; see Worksheet

#19 for preservation requirements per analyte). A vial will be filled with either potable or DI water,

unpreserved, and labeled with “Cooler Temperature Indicator” and the date. The laboratory will record the

temperature of the blank water on the C-O-C form immediately upon cooler arrival.

Performance Evaluation (PE) Samples

PE samples (also known as proficiency test [PT] samples) are samples provided to the laboratory for the

direct purpose of demonstrating that the laboratory, and even to a specific individual analyst, can

successfully analyze a sample within acceptable limits. The PE sample can be obtained from a provider or

prepared by a chemist separate from the analyst. The true value of the PE sample must remain unknown

by the analyst. Successful analysis of PE samples in the laboratory’s fields of testing is a requirement for

the laboratory to maintain certification.



Worksheet #21: Field SOPs

SOP No. 1 SOP Title

Originating Organization

of SOP Equipment Type

Modified for Project

Work? (Y/N) Associated Work Element(s)


1 Vessel Positioning GSH/Tetra Tech

RTK GPS; navigation charts; leveling rod

Y Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline, and Debris Survey (Appendix A); Utility Survey (Appendix B); Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Pore-Water Sampling and Analysis (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G); Habitat Survey (Appendix J)

2 Field Documentation GSH/Tetra Tech

NA Y Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline, and Debris Survey (Appendix A); Utility Survey (Appendix B); Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Pore-Water Sampling and Analysis (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G);Cultural Resources Survey (Appendix I); Habitat Survey (Appendix J); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K)

3 Poling Measurements to Estimate Soft Sediment Thickness

GSH/Tetra Tech

Tape measure, graduated rod/pole

Y Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1)



SOP No. 1 SOP Title





4 Check Valve Corer GSH/Tetra Tech

Check valve sampler, core tubes

Y Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F)

5 Piston Corer GSH/Tetra Tech

Piston core sampler, core tubes


6 Russian Peat Borer GSH/Tetra Tech

Russian peat borer sampler


7 Vibracore GSH/Tetra Tech

Vibracore, core catcher, core tubes


8 Sediment Sonic Corer GSH/Tetra Tech

Sonic drill split-barrel sampler, core tubes




SOP No. 1 SOP Title





9 Core Processing and Sediment Logging

GSH/Tetra Tech

Core liner cutter, utensils Y Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F)

10 Trident Probe GSH/Tetra Tech

Trident Probe unit Y Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D)

11 Distributed Temperature Sensing

GSH/Tetra Tech

DTS unit, fiber optic cable, temperature loggers

Y Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D)

12 UltraSeep GSH/Tetra Tech

UltraSeep unit, interface box/cable, underwater battery housing, tubing


13 Peristaltic Pump Surface Water Sampling

GSH/Tetra Tech

Peristaltic pump, tubing Y Water Column Sampling (Appendix E)

14 LISST-100X Particle Size Analyzer

GSH/Tetra Tech

LISST-100X instrument, cables

Y Water Column Sampling (Appendix E)

15 ADCP Data Collection GSH/Tetra Tech

Broadband ADCP, ADC/electromagnetic current meter


16 CTD/OBS/Chlorophyll-a/FDOM Data Collection

GSH/Tetra Tech

CTD sensor instrument package, cables


17 Soil Stockpile Sampling [included within BSA SAP]

GSH/Tetra Tech

Hand tools, auger Y Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K)

18 Soil Boring Installation and Sampling Procedures

GSH/Tetra Tech

HSA drill rig, rotary drill rig Y Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G)

19 Geotechnical Sample Collection

GSH/Tetra Tech

NA Y Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G)



SOP No. 1 SOP Title





20 CMA Ebullition Sensor GSH/Tetra Tech

CMA ebullition sensor (cylindrical gas trap, differential pressure sensor, data logger)


21 Intertidal and Subtidal Wetland Field Verification

GSH/Tetra Tech

Soil auger, Munsell soil color chart, binoculars

Y Habitat Survey (Appendix J)

22 Wetland Delineation GSH/Tetra Tech

Soil auger, Munsell soil color chart, binoculars


23 Benthic Invertebrate Surveys

GSH/Tetra Tech

Petite ponar dredge, Peterson dredge, core sampler, box sampler, sortin tray, sieve


24 Avian Surveys GSH/Tetra Tech

Binoculars or spotting scope, field guides


25 General Decontamination GSH/Tetra Tech

Tubs, brushes, high-pressure/steam cleaner

Y Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline, and Debris Survey (Appendix A); Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Pore-Water Sampling and Analysis (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G); Habitat Survey (Appendix J); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K)



SOP No. 1 SOP Title





26 Sample Containerization, Preservation, Handling and Tracking

GSH/Tetra Tech

Pipette, pH test paper Y Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Pore-Water Sampling and Analysis (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K)

27 Data Management GSH/Tetra Tech

NA Y Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline, and Debris Survey (Appendix A); Utility Survey (Appendix B); Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Pore-Water Sampling and Analysis (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G); Cultural Resources Survey (Appendix I); Habitat Survey (Appendix J); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K)

28 Ground-Penetrating Radar Testing

GSH/Tetra Tech

Ground-penetrating radar (GPR); measurement tape

Y Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G)

29 Parallel Seismic Testing GSH/Tetra Tech

Seismograph, geophone(s), polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe

Y Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G)



SOP No. 1 SOP Title





30 Management, Sampling and Disposal of Residuals

GSH/Tetra Tech

Sampling tools Y Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Pore-Water Sampling and Analysis (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G)

31 Utility Locate GSH/Tetra Tech

Utility locator system Y Utility Survey (Appendix B)

32 Wetland Bio-benchmarking GSH/Tetra Tech

RTK-GPS Y Habitat Survey (Appendix J)

33 Riparian and Upland Habitat Characterization

GSH/Tetra Tech

Munsell soil color chart Y Habitat Survey (Appendix J)

34 Temporary Piezometer Installation, Development, Testing and Sampling

GSH/Tetra Tech

Fence post driver, tripod/drop-hammer, pump, water level indicator, constant head injection test assembly



1 Vessel Positioning GSH/Tetra Tech

RTK GPS; navigation charts; leveling rod

Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment

2 Field Documentation GSH/Tetra Tech

NA Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment

3 Poling Measurements to Estimate Soft Sediment Thickness

GSH/Tetra Tech


Y Surface Sediment

4 Check Valve Corer GSH/Tetra Tech

Check valve sampler, core tubes

Y Surface Sediment

5 Piston Corer GSH/Tetra Tech

Piston core sampler, core tubes

Y Surface Sediment



SOP No. 1 SOP Title





6 Core Processing and Sediment Logging

GSH/Tetra Tech

Core liner cutter, utensils Y Surface Sediment

7 Peristaltic Pump Surface Water Sampling

GSH/Tetra Tech

Peristaltic pump, tubing Y Water Quality Monitoring

8 Fish and Crab Surveys and Sampling

GSH/Tetra Tech

Gill nets, eel traps, minnow traps, crab traps, trotlines, seine, dip nets, electrofishing gear (optional), scale, measuring board

Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring

9 Fish and Crab Tissue Sample Preparation and Collection

GSH/Tetra Tech

Fillet knives/sheers, scale, measuring board

Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring

10 General Decontamination GSH/Tetra Tech

Tubs, brushes, high-pressure/steam cleaner

Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment

11 Sample Containerization, Preservation, Handling and Tracking

GSH/Tetra Tech

Pipette, pH test paper Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment

12 Data Management GSH/Tetra Tech

NA Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment

13 Management, Sampling and Disposal of Residuals

GSH/Tetra Tech

Sampling tools Y Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment

1 SOPs are contained in Appendix L of the PDI WP and Appendix A of the SWMP. The associated PDI/SWM elements are outlined here.



Worksheet #22: Field Equipment Calibration, Maintenance, Testing, and Inspection

Field Equipment

Activity Frequency Acceptance Criteria Corrective Action Responsible Person Field Element Reference Associated SOP Reference 1

Water Quality Meter [Horiba, YSI or equivalent]

Calibration/ Check [standard solutions]

Prior to day’s activities; end of day’s activities; anytime anomaly suspected

DO ± 0.1 mg/L Clean probe; replace battery; replace membrane; replace probe; recalibrate

Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)

PDI: Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Habitat Survey (Appendix J)

SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 13; SOP No. 21 SOP No. 23

SWM: none ORP ± 1 mV

pH +/- 0.01 SU

Salinity ± 1 ppth

Specific Conductivity

± 0.01 mS/cm

Temperature* ± 0.1 °C

TDS ± 0.1 mg/L

Turbidity ± 0.1 NTU

Maintenance [check/replace battery]

Prior to day’s activities; anytime anomaly suspected

Same as above for Calibration Replace battery; replace probe; recalibrate

Inspection [visual]

Prior to day’s activities No defects noted Replace probe; recalibrate

PID Calibration [standard gases]


± 5 ppm Clean probe; replace battery; replace probe; recalibrate


PDI: Health and Safety

SWM: Health and Safety

PDI: HASP

SWM: HASP



Same as above for Calibration Replace battery; replace probe; recalibrate

Inspection [visual]

Prior to day’s activities No defects noted Replace probe; recalibrate

GPS Calibration [check against known shoreline benchmarks]


RTK GPS – vessel positioning for GBSD survey: ±2 centimeters (cm) + (1 part per million [ppm] x baseline length); real-time positional accuracies at the rover on the order of ±0.1 foot both horizontally and vertically

RTK GPS or DGPS for other elements – data collection locations: ±1 meter horizontal accuracy

Replace battery; replace instrument; recalibrate


PDI: Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline, and Debris Survey (Appendix A); Utility Survey (Appendix B); Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Pore-Water Sampling and Analysis (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G); Habitat Survey (Appendix J)

SWM: Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment; Pore-water

PDI: SOP No. 1; SOP No. 3; SOP No. 4; SOP No. 5; SOP No. 6; SOP No. 7; SOP No. 8; SOP No. 10; SOP No. 11; SOP No. 12; SOP No. 13; SOP No. 14; SOP No. 15; SOP No. 16; SOP No. 18; SOP No. 21; SOP No. 22; SOP No. 23; SOP No. 24; SOP No. 31; SOP No. 32; SOP No. 33; SOP No. 34

SWM: SOP No. 1; SOP No. 3; SOP No. 4; SOP No. 5; SOP No. 7; SOP No. 8



Same as above for Calibration Replace battery; replace instrument; recalibrate

Inspection [visual]

Prior to day’s activities No defects noted Replace instrument; recalibrate



Field Equipment


Lead line Calibration [check against known calibrated measurement]

Anytime anomaly suspected or damage noted

± 0.1 foot Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)

PDI: Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E)

SWM: Water Quality Monitoring; Surface Sediment

PDI: SOP No. 3; SOP No. 4; SOP No. 5; SOP No. 6; SOP No. 7; SOP No. 8; SOP No. 13

SWM: SOP No. 3; SOP No. 4; SOP No. 5; SOP No. 7

Inspection [visual]

Prior to day’s activities No defects noted Replace

Echo sounder Calibration [check against known calibrated measurement]







Inspection [visual]


Survey rod Calibration [check against known calibrated measurement]







Inspection [visual]



Calibration [check against known calibrated measurement]







Inspection [visual]


Water Level Indicator

Calibration [check against known calibrated measurement]



PDI: Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D)

SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 34

SWM: none

Inspection [visual]


Geophysical/ Bathymetric Survey Equipment [bathymetry (MBE)]

Installation Calibration (aka “patch test”)

At start of survey; whenever relevant installed equipment moved or replaced

Offsets ≤0.1 foot Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)

PDI: Geophysical, Bathymetric, Shoreline, and Debris Survey (Appendix A)

SWM: none

PDI: GBSD Work Plan (Appendix A)

SWM: none

Bar check Prior to day’s activities; anytime anomaly suspected

≤0.2 foot Replace

Inspection [visual]




Field Equipment


Geophysical/ Bathymetric Survey Equipment [bathymetry (SBE)]

Latency test At start of survey; whenever relevant installed equipment moved or replaced



SWM: none


SWM: none

Bar check Prior to day’s activities; anytime anomaly suspected

≤0.2 foot Replace

Inspection [visual]


Vessel-mounted LiDAR

Installation Calibration (aka “patch test”)

At start of survey; whenever relevant installed equipment moved or replaced



SWM: none


SWM: none

Inspection [visual]


Hydrographic Survey Equipment [sidescan sonar]

Calibration Factory calibrated Factory calibrated Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)


SWM: none


SWM: none Reciprocal lines Daily ± 3 feet in resulting imagery Use only deep tow (USBL)

or shallow tow (surface GPS) for positioning

Inspection [visual]


Hydrographic Survey (subbottom profiling) Equipment



SWM: none


SWM: none Inspection [visual]


Hydrographic Survey (magnetometer) Equipment

Layback distance test

At start of survey; following any changes to the sensor or the use of a different vessel

Layback distance is adequate to exclude any magnetic affect (i.e. the introduction of “noise”); ± 3 feet in resulting imagery

Use only deep tow (USBL) or shallow tow (surface GPS) for positioning



SWM: none


SWM: none

Sound Speed Profiler (YSI Castaway or equivalent)



SWM: none


SWM: none Testing [check operation/ connections]

Prior to day’s activities Accuracy 0.15 m/s

Resolution 0.01 m/s

Recheck; replace


Prior to deployment Accuracy 0.15 m/s

Resolution 0.01 m/s

Replace battery; recheck; replace

Inspection [visual]

Prior to deployment No defects noted Replace

Check valve sampler, piston core sampler, Russian peat borer sampler

Inspection [visual]

Prior to day’s activities No defects noted Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)

PDI: Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F)

SWM: Surface Sediment

PDI: SOP No. 4; SOP No. 5; SOP No. 6

SWM: SOP No. 4; SOP No. 5



Field Equipment


Vibracore Inspection [visual]



SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 7

SWM: none

Testing [check operation of motor]


Sonic drill rig Inspection [visual]



SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 8

SWM: none



HSA rig, rotary drill rig

Inspection [visual]


PDI: Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G)

SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 18

SWM: none



Hand tools; auger

Inspection [visual]


PDI: Sediment Core Collection and Chemical Analysis (Appendix C-1); Sediment Geotechnical Characterization (Appendix C-2); Sediment Waste Characterization (Appendix C-3); Dredging Elutriate Test and Column Settling Test (Appendix F); Bulkhead and Shoreline Evaluation (Appendix G); Habitat Survey (Appendix J); Borrow Site Assessment (Appendix K)

SWM: Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring; Surface Sediment

PDI: SOP No. 9; SOP No. 17; SOP No. 19; SOP No. 21; SOP No. 22; SOP No. 30

SWM: SOP No. 6; SOP No. 9; SOP No. 13

Gill nets, eel traps, minnow traps, crab traps, trotlines, seine, dip nets, electrofishing gear (optional)

Inspection [visual]


PDI: none

SWM: Fish and Crab Tissue Monitoring

PDI: none

SWM: SOP No. 8

Petite ponar dredge, Peterson dredge, core sampler, box sampler

Inspection [visual]


PDI: Habitat Survey (Appendix J)

SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 23

SWM: none

Testing [check operation of closure mechanism]

Prior to day’s activities Closes appropriately/ completely; no defects noted

Replace

Peristaltic, bladder, bilge or equivalent pump

Inspection [visual]


PDI: Pore-Water Sampling (Appendix D); Water Column Sampling (Appendix E)

SWM: Water Quality Monitoring

PDI: SOP No. 13; SOP No. 34

SWM: SOP No. 7



Field Equipment


Trident Probe Calibration [3-point]

Prior to deployment Conductivity 0.1-1%RSD Recalibrate; replace



SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 10

SWM: none Temperature ± 0.1 °C

Calibration Verification

Prior to deployment Conductivity 0.1-1%RPD Recalibrate; replace Temperature 0.1-0.5%RPD

Testing [check operation/ connection of probes/camera]


Inspection [visual]


Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) System

Calibration [ice and water baths]

At beginning and end of cable; prior to deployment

± 0.1 °C Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)


SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 11

SWM: none

Inspection [visual]


UltraSeep System

Calibration [5-point pump flow rate]; Check

Prior to deployment ± 5 ml/min for zero flow rate reading; ± 15 ml/min

Recalibrate; replace



SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 12

SWM: none

Testing [check operation/ connections]



Prior to deployment Same as above for Calibration Replace battery; recalibrate; replace

CMA Ebullition Sensor

Calibration [multiple known volumens of gas]

Prior to deployment Regression to determine calibration constants




SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 20

SWM: none




Prior to deployment No defects noted Replace; recalibrate

Constant Head Injection Test (CHIT) Chamber Assembly

Inspection [visual]

Prior to deployment No defects noted Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)


SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 34

SWM: none

LISST-100X Calibration Prior to deployment Acceptable as indicated in software

Take corrective actions as indicated in software, recalibrate; replace


PDI: Water Column Sampling (Appendix E)

SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 14

SWM: none



Inspection [visual]




Field Equipment


ADCP Calibration Factory calibrated Factory calibrated Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)


SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 15


Initially upon receipt, prior to deployment, subsequent to deployment, every 6 months, whenever problems suspected

As outlined in Section 4 of the User Manual


Maintenance [Section 3 of ADCP instrument manual]

Prior to deployment As outlined in Section 3 of the User Manual


S4TM Calibration Factory calibrated Factory calibrated Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)


SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 15




Maintenance [Section 5 of ADCP instrument manual]



CTD sensors Calibration Factory calibrated Factory calibrated Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)


SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 16


Prior to deployment As per operating manual for each sensor

Replace


Prior to deployment As per operating manual for each sensor

Replace battery; replace system

Inspection [visual]


Turbidity/OBS sensor

Calibration/ calibration check [fixed solutions]

Prior to deployment, subsequent to deployment

As per operating manual Replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)


SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 16

SWM: none


Prior to deployment As per operating manual Recalibrate; replace

Inspection [visual]


On land utility locator system (RD8000 or equivalent)

Calibration Factory calibrated Factory calibrated according to manufacturer’s recommendations

Recalibrate; replace Activity Field Lead (daily) PDI Lead (weekly)

PDI: Utility Survey (Appendix B)

SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 31

SWM: none

Testing Prior to mobilization; daily; anytime problem noted

Less than 10% difference in depth to a specific object as given by locator versus known depth/hand measurement


Inspection [visual]




Field Equipment


Diver deployed utility locator system (RD8000 or equivalent)




SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 31

SWM: none

Testing Prior to mobilization; daily; anytime problem noted

Less than 10% difference in depth to a specific object as given by locator versus known depth/hand measurement


Inspection [visual]


Vessel towed EM utility locator system (Optimal Ranging Orion or equivalent)




SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 31

SWM: none

Inspection [visual]


Mighty Probe Calibration [check against known calibrated measurement]




SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 31

SWM: none

Inspection [visual]


GPR Calibration Factory calibrated Factory calibrated according to manufacturer’s recommendations



SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 29

SWM: none

Operational Check/ Test Line

Prior to mobilization; daily; anytime problem noted

As per manufacturer’s recommendations; record all system settings and parameters


Inspection [visual]


Seismograph/ Tri-axial Geophone

Calibration Prior to deployment (annually by manufacturer)

Mount on shake table with a reference sensor and excite at a specific frequency and amplitude



SWM: none

PDI: SOP No. 29

SWM: none


Prior to day’s activities “Pass” indication, showing appropriate installation/ connections

Take corrective actions as indicated in manufacturer’s manual, recalibrate; replace

Inspection [visual]


1 SOPs are contained in Appendix L of the PDI WP and Appendix A of the SWMP.

* Depending on water quality instrument utilized, temperature may only be calibrated prior to use by equipment manufacturer/rental company using a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)-certified thermometer, and a certification of calibration provided to the field team.



Worksheet #23: Analytical SOPs

Laboratory: ALS Environmental – Kelso (includes intercompany transfer to ALS-Tucson)

Title, Date, and URL (if available) Definitive or

Screening Data Matrix/

Analytical Group SOP Option or

Equipment Type

Modified for Project?

Y/N

MET-7470 Rev17; 3/10/2017 Definitive Aqueous (Water)/ Mercury

CVAA N

Met-7471 Rev 18; 3/15/17 Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment/ Tissue) / Mercury

CVAA N

Method 1613 Section 2.1.3.1 Definitive Solids (Tissue)/ Lipid Content

NA N

GEN-ASTM Rev9; 3/29/2017 Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ TOC

Catalytic combuster; non-dispersive infrared detector

N

GEN-PSP Rev8; 3/2/2017 Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Grain size

Sieve; hydrometer N

GEN-TSS Rev12; 2/26/2016 Definitive Aqueous (Water/) SSC (TSS)

SSI AccudiskTM; analytical balance

GEN-TOC Rev14; 9/15/2015 Definitive Aqueous (Water/) TOC, DOC

Teledyne-Tekmar, Model TOC Fusion

N

Note: The laboratory shall utilize a smaller starting mass and/or additional cleanup methodologies to resolve interferences. If issues still persist, dilution may be used as an alternative.



Laboratory: SGS Accutest




Equipment Type


Y/N

SW846 8082A: Determination of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) by Gas Chromatography; EGC8082A-08, 03/14/2017

Definitive Aqueous (DRET Elutriate)/ PCBs as Aroclors

GC N

Determination of Organochlorine Pesticides using GC System; EGC8081B-12, 03/30/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (TCLP Extract, DRET Elutriate)/ Pesticides/TCLP Pesticides

GC N

Method 8270D, Semivolatile Organic Compounds by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS); EMS8270D-14, 03/29/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil) and Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract)/ SVOCs/PAHs, TCLP SVOCs

GC/MS N

Preparation of Semivolatile Extractables in Aqueous Samples (Base, Neutral, Acid Organics, Pesticides, Polychlorinated Biphenyls, Diesel Range Organics, Extractable Petroleum Hydrocarbons); EOP001-20, 3/29/2017

NA Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract)/ SVOCs/PAHs, TCLP SVOCs, TCLP Pesticides, PCBs as Aroclors

NA N

Microwave Extraction Procedure (Base, Neutral, Acid Organics, Pesticides, Polychlorinated Biphenyls, Diesel Range Organics, New Jersey Extractable Petroleum Hydrocarbons); EOP3546-23, 08/09/2017

NA Solids (Sediment, Soil)/ SVOCs/PAHs, TCLP SVOCs, Pesticides, TCLP Pesticides, PCBs, GRO, DRO/ORO

NA N

Total Volatile Petroleum Hydrocarbons; EGCGRO8015C-09, 12/12/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment, Soil) / Petroleum Hydrocarbons (GRO)

GC N

Total Semi-volatile Petroleum Hydrocarbons; EGCDRO8015C-05, 03/14/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment, Soil)/ Petroleum Hydrocarbons (DRO/ORO)

GC N






Equipment Type


Y/N

Digestion of Non-Potable Waters for ICP or ICP-MS Analysis; EMP070-17, 5/13/2016

NA Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract)/ Metals (except mercury), TCLP Metals

Digestor N

Metals by Inductively Coupled Plasma – Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS); EMA226-13, 10/06/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil); Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract)/ Metals (except mercury), TCLP Metals

ICP-MS N

Cold Vapor Analysis of Mercury for Water Samples; EMA215-20, 01/18/2017

Definitive Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract) Mercury, TCLP Mercury

Leeman Labs Hydra II Mercury Analyzer

N

Mercury in Water by Oxidation, Purge and Trap, and Cold Vapor Atomic Fluorescence Spectrometry; EMA224-08; 04/20/2017

Definitive Aqueous (Water) LL Mercury

CVAFS N

TCLP – Volatiles Extraction; EGN142-20, 12/09/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ TCLP VOCs

NA N

Method 8260C, Volatile Organic Compounds by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS); EMS8260C-18, 12/08/2016

Definitive Solid (Soil); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)/ TCL VOCs, TCLP VOCs

GC/MS N

TCLP – Semivolatiles/Metals Extraction; EGN141-23, 02/16/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ TCLP SVOCs, Pesticides, Herbicides, Metals

NA N

Extraction of Chlorinated Herbicides with Analysis by GC Using Methylation Derivatization; EOP8151-3; 05/25/2017

NA Solids (UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)/ Herbicides/TCLP Herbicides

Microwave Extractor N

Chlorinated Herbicides by GC using Methylation Derivatization; EGC8151-18, 03/15/2017

Definitive Solids (UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)/ Herbicides/TCLP Herbicides

GC N






Equipment Type


Y/N

Metals by Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry (ICP) using Solid State ICP; EMA227-14, 12/12/2016

Definitive Aqueous (TCLP Extract)/ TCLP Metals

Solid State ICP-Atomic Emission Spectrometry (AES)

N

Ignitability; EGN140-18, 02/13/2017 Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Ignitability

Pensky-Martens Closed Flash Tester

N

pH and Corrosivity for Aqueous and Muliphasic Wastes; EGN238-08, 04/24/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Corrosivity/pH

pH Meter N

Reactive Sulfide and Reactive Cyanide; EGN137-12, 08/04/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Sulfide, Cyanide

LACHAT Autoanalyzer N

Cyanide (LACHAT Autoanalyzer); EGN207-23, 08/04/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Cyanide


Sulfide (S, SLL); EGN118-13, 10/25/2016 Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Sulfide


Paint Filter Liquids Test; EGN143-06, 05/22/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Paint Filter/Free Liquids

Filter cone/media N

Total organic carbon in soils samples by SW846 9060A; EGN315-02, 07/27/2016

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment)/ TOC

Shimadzu TOC Analyzer N

Total Organic Carbon in Soils Samples; EGN233-15, 10/2017

Definitive Solids (Aqueous Filtered Material)/ POC

Shimadzu TOC Analyzer; filter apparatus

N

Total organic carbon in aqueous samples; EGN234-19, 12/05/2016

Definitive Aqueous (DRET Elutriate) TOC

Shimadzu TOC Analyzer N

Total Suspended Solids (Non-Filterable Residue); EGN087-19; 02/27/2017

Definitive Aqueous (CST Elutriate, DRET Elutriate) TSS

Whatman 934-AH glass fiber filter disks; analytical balance

N




Laboratory: SGS Wilmington




Equipment Type


Y/N

M1613B & M1668, DC_364.10; 03/11/2017

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate) Dioxins/Furans and PCB Congeners

HRGC/HRMS N

M1668, DC_367.12; 07/11/2017 Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate) PCB Congeners

HRGC/HRMS N

M1613B & M1668 - Clean-up procedures, DC_365.6; 03/10/2017/

NA Dioxins/Furans and PCB Congeners

NA N

M1613B & M1668 - Extraction procedures, DC_441.0; 09/27/2016

NA Dioxins/Furans and PCB Congeners

NA N

HRMS OCPs – Standard Operating Procedure for the Analysis of HRGC/HRMS; DC_375; Revision 9; 09/28/2017

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment/ Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate) /

DDx/Pesticides

HRGC/HRMS N

Notes:

1 Methods 1668A and 1613B will be performed as prescribed and an OPR will be included in the sample analytical batch. Modified methods and a “Batch Control Spike” will not be used. A reminder of such will be communicated to the laboratory continuously throughout the Project, including but not limited to a notation on the chains of custody.

2 The laboratory shall utilize a smaller starting mass and/or additional cleanup methodologies to resolve interferences. If issues still persist, dilution may be used as an alternative.



Laboratory: TestAmerica-Knoxville




Equipment Type


Y/N

Analysis of Polychlorinated Dioxins/Furans by HRGC/HRMS based on methods 8290, 8290A, 1613B, 23, 0023A and TO-9A; KNOX-ID-0004, Rev 16; 06/16/2016

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate) Dioxins/Furans

HRGC/HRMS N

Extraction of Polychlorinated Dioxin/Furans for Analysis by HRGC/HRMS based on methods 8290, 8290A and 1613B; KNOX-OP-0001, Rev 9; 05/27/2016

Definitive Dioxins/Furans Prep NA N

Analysis of Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Isomers by Isotope Dilution HRGC/HRMS; KNOX-ID-0013, Rev 13; 11/30/2015

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate) PCB Congeners

HRGC/HRMS N

Extraction of PCB Isomers for Analysis by Isotope Dilution HRGC/HRMS (EPA methods 1668A, 1668B and 1668C); KNOX-OP-0021, Rev 6; 06/22/2016

Definitive PCB Congeners Prep NA N




Laboratory: TestAmerica-Pittsburgh (includes intercompany transfer to TestAmerica-North Canton and TestAmerica-Burlington)




Equipment Type


Y/N

Extraction and Cleanup of Organic Compounds from Waters, Based on SW-846 3500 and EPA 600 Series Methods; PT-OP-001; 09/02/2015

NA Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate) / PCBs as Aroclors, SVOCs/PAHs

NA N

Extraction of Organic Compounds from Solids, Sediments, Tissue and Wipes Method(s): SW846 3500 Series; PT-OP-026, Rev. 1; 07/20/2016

NA Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil)/ SVOCs/PAHs, Pesticides, PCBs as Aroclors

NA N

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) by GC/ECD - Methods: SW-8468082 and 8082A; PT-GC-005; 03/10/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment)/Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate)/ PCBs as Aroclors

GC/ECD N

Chlorinated Pesticides - Method: SW-846 8081A/B; PT-GC-006; 03/10/2017

Definitive Solids (UHCs in Sediment, Soil); Aqueous (TCLP Extract,) Pesticides/TCLP Pesticides

GC N

GC/MS Analysis for Semivolatile Organics, Methods: SW-846 8270C & 8270D; PT-MS-008; 03/10/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil); Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract) SVOCs/PAHs, TCLP SVOCs

GC/MS N

Volatile Petroleum Hydrocarbons as Gasoline by Purge and Trap Gas Chromatography (Method 8015); NC-GC-025, Rev 7; 3/11/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment, Soil) / Petroleum Hydrocarbons (GRO)

GC N (North Canton)

Gas Chromatographic Analysis of Diesel Range Organics based on Methods 8015; NC-GC-043, Rev 1; 2/25/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment, Soil) / Petroleum Hydrocarbons (DRO/ORO)

GC N (North Canton)






Equipment Type


Y/N

Acid Digestion of Aqueous Samples by SW-846 Methods 3005A, 3010A and EPA Methods 200.7 and 200.8; PT-IP-003; 07/26/2016

NA Aqueous Digest / Metals

NA N

Inductively Coupled Plasma-Atomic Emission Spectroscopy, Spectrometric Method for Trace Element Analyses, SW-846 Method 6010B, 6010C, 6010D and EPA Method 200.7; PT-MT-001; 01/06/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment, UHCs in Sediment, Soil); Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract) / Metals (except mercury), TCLP Metals (except mercury)

ICP-AES N

Analysis of Metals by Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometry (ICPMS) for Methods 200.8, 6020, 6020A & ILM05.2; PT-MT-002; 11/29/2016

Definitive Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract)/ Metals (except mercury), TCLP Metals (except mercury)

ICP-MS N

Preparation and Analysis of Mercury in Solid Samples by Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, SW846 7471A & 7471B; PT-MT-007; 04/19/2017

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment, Tissue)/ Mercury

CVAA N

Preparation and Analysis of Mercury in Aqueous Samples by Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption, SW-846 7470A and MCAWW 245.1; PT-MT-005; 04/28/2015

Definitive Aqueous (DRET Elutriate, TCLP Extract)/ Mercury, TCLP Mercury

CVAA N

Preparation and Analysis of Mercury in Aqueous and Solid Samples by Cold Vapor Atomic Fluorescence, Method 1631E; NC-MT-001, Rev. 9; 09/28/2017

Definitive Aqueous (Water)/ LL Mercury

CVAFS N (North Canton)

Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure and Synthetic Precipitation Leaching Procedure; PT-OP-004; 06/30/2015

NA Solids (Soil/Sediment)/ TCLP VOCs, SVOCs, Pesticides, Herbicides, Metals

NA N






Equipment Type


Y/N

Determination of Volatile Organics by GC/MS Method SW-846 8260C; PT-MS-010; 03/10/2017

Definitive Solids (Soil); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)/ TCL VOCs, TCLP VOCS

GC/MS N

Gas Chromatographic Analysis of Herbicides, Method SW-846 8151A; PT-GC-001; 03/10/2017

Definitive Solids (UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)/ Herbicides/TCLP Herbicides

GC N

Flash Point of Liquids by Setaflash (Small Scale) Closed-Cup Apparatus, SW-846 Method 1020B and ASTM Standard D 3278-96; PT-WC-036; 01/06/2017

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Ignitability

Closed-Cup Apparatus N

Flash Point by Pensky-Martens Closed Tester, SW-846 Method 1010A and ASTM D93-08; PT-WC-021; 11/24/2014

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Ignitability

Pensky-Martens Closed Tester

N

PH Electrometric by SM 4500 H+B and SW-846 Methods: 9045C/D and 9040B/C; PT-WC-026; 11/29/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Corrosivity/pH

pH Meter N

Total Cyanide Distillation and Analysis, Semi-Automated Colorimetry, Methods 335.4, 9010C, 9012B, 9014, SM4500-CN C&E; PT-WC-018; 12/23/2015

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Cyanide

SEAL AQ2 Discrete Autoanalyzer

N

Total Sulfide as Acid Soluble Sulfide, Method 9030B/9034, Standard Method 20th Ed. 4500S-2-F ; PT-WC-010; 07/08/2015

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Sulfide

Spectrophotometer N

Paint Filter – Free Liquids Test, Methods: SW-846 Method 9095B; PT-WC-034, Rev. 4; 12/9/2016

Definitive Solids (Sediment)/ Paint Filter/Free Liquids

Filter cone/media N

Extractable Residue (Lipids) from Animal Tissue; PT-OP-011; 4/19/2016

Definitive Solids (Tissue)/ Lipid Content

NA N






Equipment Type


Y/N

Total Organic Carbon (TOC) and Total Inorganic Carbon (TIC), Methods SM 5310C and SW-846 9060/9060A; PT-WC-017; 12/23/2015

Definitive Aqueous (Water)/ TOC, DOC, POC

Aurora 1030 N

TOC Analysis for Solids by Lloyd Kahn Method; PT-GC-010; 04/19/2016

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment)/ TOC

FlashEA 1112 N

TOC in Soil; BR-WC-024_r2; 10/14/2014 Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment)/ TOC

FlashEA 1112 N (Burlington)

Determination of Total and Total Volatile Solids in Waters and Wastes; PT-WC-001; 7/19/2016

Definitive Aqueous (Water, CST Elutriate, DRET Elutriate)/ SSC (TSS)

Analytical balance N

Particle Size Analysis; BR-GT-006_r7, 6/20/2014

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment)/ Grain Size

Sieve, Hydrometer N (Burlington)

Technical Guidelines for Environmental Dredging of Contaminated Sediments, Appendix A: Dredging Elutriate Test Procedure. ERDC/EL TR-08-29; September 2008 (USACE, 2008).

NA Preparation for DRET Laboratory mixer, preferably with Teflon shaft and blades; Vacuum or pressure filtration equipment

N

Evaluation of Dredged Material Proposed for Disposal at Island, Nearshore, or Upland Confined Disposal Facilities – Testing Manual, Appendix B, Column Settling Test and Effluent Elutriate Procedures. ERDC/EL TR-03-1; January 2003 (USACE, 2003).

NA Preparation for CST Laboratory mixer, preferably with Teflon shaft and blades; Vacuum or pressure filtration equipment

N




Laboratory: Vista Analytical Laboratory




Equipment Type


Y/N

Polychlorinated Dibenzo Dioxins/Furans by USEPA Method 1613B and 8290A; 22 November 2016

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate)/ Dioxins/Furans

HRGC/HRMS N

Preparation and analysis of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) by Method 1668A/C; 01 October 2016

Definitive Solids (Soil/Sediment, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET Elutriate)/ PCB Congeners

HRGC/HRMS N

Fish Sample Preparation; SOP 60; 10 December 2015

NA Solids (Tissue)/ Dioxins/Furans; PCB Congeners

NA N




Laboratory: EcoAnalysts




Equipment Type


Y/N

Standard Operating Procedures for Laboratory Analysis: Benthic Macroinvertebrate Indicator; 03/01/2017

NA Solids (Sediment) / Benthic Community Species Count/ID

NA N



Laboratory: Tetra Tech Divisions




Equipment Type


Y/N

Technical Guidelines for Environmental Dredging of Contaminated Sediments, Appendix A: Dredging Elutriate Test Procedure. ERDC/EL TR-08-29; September 2008 (USACE, 2008).

NA Preparation for DRET Laboratory mixer, preferably with Teflon shaft and blades; Vacuum or pressure filtration equipment

N

Evaluation of Dredged Material Proposed for Disposal at Island, Nearshore, or Upland Confined Disposal Facilities – Testing Manual, Appendix B, Column Settling Test and Effluent Elutriate Procedures. ERDC/EL TR-03-1; January 2003 (USACE, 2003).

NA Preparation for CST Laboratory mixer, preferably with Teflon shaft and blades; Vacuum or pressure filtration equipment

N



Laboratory: Aqua Survey




Equipment Type


Y/N

ASTM D6913 Definitive Grain size distribution Sieve N

ASTM D7928 Definitive Grain size distribution finer than #200 sieve

Hydrometer N



Laboratory: HWA Geoscience; TRC Geotechnical Laboratory




Equipment Type


Y/N

ASTM D2216 Definitive Moisture content Analytical balance N

ASTM D6913 (sieve); ASTM D7928 (hydrometer)

Definitive Grain size distribution Sieve, hydrometer N

ASTM D7928 Definitive Grain size finer than #200 sieve

Hydrometer N

ASTM D4318 Definitive Atterberg limits Geotechnical N

ASTM D854 Definitive Specific gravity Geotechnical N

ASTM D2216 Definitive Percent solids by weight Analytical balance N

ASTM D7263 Definitive Unit weight * Analytical balance Y *

ASTM D2974 Definitive Percent organic matter Geotechnical N

ASTM D3080 Definitive Direct shear test Geotechnical N

ASTM D2850 Definitive Unconsolidated undrained tri-axial compression

Geotechnical N

ASTM D4767 Definitive Consolidated undrained tri-axial compression

Geotechnical N

ASTM D2435 Definitive Consolidation test Geotechnical N

ASTM D4972 Definitive Corrosivity Geotechnical N

ASTM C1580 Definitive Corrosivity Geotechnical N

ASTM G187 Definitive Corrosivity Geotechnical N

ASTM G200 Definitive Corrosivity Geotechnical N

AASHTO T 291 Definitive Corrosivity / Chlorides Geotechnical N

ASTM D5821 Definitive Angularity Geotechnical N

AASHTO T 84/AASHTO T 85 Definitive Absorption Geotechnical N

AASHTO T 104 Definitive Soundness Geotechnical N

AASHTO T 96 Definitive LA Abrasion Geotechnical N

* When intact cores are not shipped to the laboratory (such as during the Sediment Geotechnical Characterization), unit weight will be calculated in the field following the procedure in Change Request No. 6, attached to SOP No. 9.



Worksheet #24: Analytical Instrument Calibration

Instrument Calibration Procedure

Frequency of Calibration

Acceptance Criteria Corrective Action

Personnel Responsible for

Corrective Action

SOP Reference

HRGC/HRMS Resolving Power

Prior to calibration and at beginning and end of 12-hour period

Static resolving power ≥ 10,000 (10% valley) for identified masses

Adjust instrument; repeat test.

Analyst EPA 1613B (Dioxins/ Furans)

HRGC/HRMS Performance Check

Prior to calibration or verification; at beginning of 12-hour period

Peak separation resolved with valley of ≤ 25% TCDD

Adjust analytical conditions, correct problem and/or replace GC column; recalibrate; repeat analysis.


HRGC/HRMS Combined isotope dilution/ internal standard calibration

At instrument setup; after verification failure; prior to sample analysis; when new lot used as standard source

Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 8 of EPA 1613B

Correct problem, then repeat calibration.


HRGC/HRMS VER After calibration Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of EPA 1613B

Correct problem and verify standard. Rerun verification. If fail, correct problem and repeat calibration.


HRGC/HRMS Resolving Power


Static resolving power ≥ 10,000 (10% valley) for identified masses


Analyst EPA 1668A (PCB Congeners)

HRGC/HRMS Performance Check


The column must uniquely resolve toxic congeners from all other congeners.









Corrective Action

SOP Reference



Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 7 of EPA 1668A



HRGC/HRMS VER After calibration Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of EPA 1668A



HRGC/HRMS Calibration standard (ICAL)


RSD ≤20% native standards; RSD ≤50% extraction standards

Adjust instrument; repeat test; alternative calibration models.

Analyst EPA 1699 (DDx/ Pesticides)



Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 5 of EPA 1699



HRGC/HRMS CCV After calibration ±30% native; ±75% labeled









Corrective Action

SOP Reference

GC-ECD 5-point ICAL for linear calibration

Prior to sample analysis

One of the options below:

Option 1: RSD for

each analyte 20%;

Option 2: linear least squares regression: r ≥ 0.99;

Option 3: non-linear least squares regression r2 ≥0.99

Correct problem, then repeat ICAL.

Analyst SW-846 8082A (PCBs); SW-846 8081B (Pesticides, TCLP Pesticides)

GC-ECD Second source ICV

After ICAL All reported analytes within ± 20% of true value

Correct problem and verify second source standard. Rerun second source verification. If fail, correct problem and repeat ICAL.


GC-ECD Establish RT window position for each analyte and surrogate

Once per ICAL and at beginning of analytical shift

Position shall be set using the midpoint standard for the ICAL curve when ICAL is performed. On days when ICAL is not performed, the initial CCV is used.

NA Analyst SW-846 8082A (PCBs); SW-846 8081B (Pesticides, TCLP Pesticides)

GC-ECD RT window width calculated for each analyte and surrogate

At method set-up and after major maintenance (e.g., column change).

RT width is ± 3 times standard deviation for each analyte RT from a 72-hour study.

NA Analyst SW-846 8082A (PCBs); SW-846 8081B (Pesticides, TCLP Pesticides)







Corrective Action

SOP Reference

GC-ECD CCV Daily, before sample analysis, unless ICAL performed same day and after every 10 samples and at the end of the analysis sequence

All reported analytes within ± 20% of true value

Correct problem, rerun CCV. Reanalyze all samples since last successful calibration verification. If fail, repeat ICAL.


GC-ECD Breakdown check (DDT/Endrin Method 8081B only)

At beginning of each 12-hour period, prior to analyzing samples

Degradation 15% for both DDT and Endrin

Correct problem then repeat breakdown check


GC/MS Tuning Prior to ICAL and at the beginning of each 12-hour period

Refer to method for specific ion criteria

Retune instrument and verify. Rerun affected samples.

Analyst SW-846 8260C (TCL VOCs, TCLP VOCs); SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM (PAHs, TCLP SVOCs)

GC/MS 5-point ICAL for linear calibration


Option 1: RSD for each analyte ≤ 15%;

Option 2: linear least squares regression r2 ≥ 0.99;

Option 3: non-linear least squares regression (quadratic)for each analyte r2 ≥ 0.99









Corrective Action

SOP Reference

GC/MS Second source ICV




GC/MS Establish RT window position for each analyte and surrogate

Once per ICAL Position shall be set using the midpoint standard for the ICAL curve when ICAL is performed. On days when ICAL is not performed, the initial CCV is used.

NA Analyst SW-846 8260C (TCL VOCs, TCLP VOCs); SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM (PAHs, TCLP SVOCs)

GC/MS Evaluation of Relative Retention Times (RRTs)

With each sample RRT of each target analyte within ± 0.06 RRT units.

Correct problem, then rerun

ICAL.


GC/MS CCV Daily before sample analysis and every 12 hours of analysis.


Correct problem, then rerun calibration verification. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since last acceptable CCV.








Corrective Action

SOP Reference

GC/FID 5-point ICAL for linear calibration (diesel range)


Option 1: RSD for each analyte ≤ 20%;

Option 2: linear least squares regression r2 ≥ 0.99;

Option 3: non-linear least squares regression (quadratic)for each analyte r2 ≥ 0.99


Analyst SW-846 8015D (Petroleum Hydrocarbons)

GC/FID Second source ICV




GC/FID Establish RT window position for each analyte and surrogate; marker contains all even numbered alkanes from C8-C40

Once per ICAL, at beginning of analytical shift, and every 12 hours


NA; ranges are set up to automatically update the start and end time based on the retention time of the appropriate alkane


GC/FID Evaluation of RRTs

At method set-up and after major maintenance (e.g., column change).


Correct problem, then rerun ICAL.








Corrective Action

SOP Reference

GC/FID CCV Daily before sample analysis and every 12 hours of analysis


DoD project level approval must be obtained for each of the failed analytes or corrective action must be taken.

Correct problem, then rerun calibration verification. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since last acceptable CCV


GC-ECD 5-point ICAL for linear calibration


One of the options below:

Option 1: RSD for

each analyte 20%;

Option 2: linear least squares regression: r ≥ 0.99;

Option 3: non-linear least squares regression r2 ≥0.99


Analyst SW-846 8151A (Herbicides, TCLP Herbicides)

GC-ECD Second source ICV

After ICAL ± 20% of true value Correct problem and verify second source standard. Rerun second source verification. If fail, correct problem and repeat ICAL.








Corrective Action

SOP Reference

GC-ECD Establish RT window position for each analyte and surrogate

Once per ICAL and at beginning of analytical shift


NA Analyst SW-846 8151A (Herbicides, TCLP Herbicides)

GC-ECD RT window width calculated for each analyte and surrogate

At method set-up and after major maintenance (e.g., column change)


NA Analyst SW-846 8151A (Herbicides, TCLP Herbicides)

GC-ECD CCV Daily, before sample analysis, unless ICAL performed same day and after every 10 samples and at the end of the analysis sequence

± 20% of true value Correct problem, rerun CCV. Reanalyze all samples since last successful calibration verification. If fail, repeat ICAL.


ICP-AES; ICP-MS

Linear dynamic range or high-level check standard

Every 6 months Within ± 10% of true value

NA Analyst SW-846 6010C; SW-846 6020A; (Metals7, TCLP Metals)

ICP-MS Tuning Prior to ICAL Mass calibration ≤0.1 amu from true value; resolution ≤0.9 amu full width at 10% peak height

Retune, verify. Analyst SW-846 6020A; (Metals, TCLP Metals)

7 ‘Metals’ encompasses all of the lists (individual analytes, RCRA, TAL) outlined in the analytical groups in Worksheet #12.







Corrective Action

SOP Reference

ICP-AES; ICP-MS

ICAL for all analytes: minimum one high standard and a calibration blank

Daily ICAL prior to sample analysis

If more than one calibration standard is used, r2 ≥ 0.99


Analyst SW-846 6010C; SW-846 6020A; (Metals, TCLP Metals)

ICP-AES; ICP-MS

ICV Once after each ICAL, prior to beginning a sample run


Correct problem and verify second source standard. Rerun ICV. If that fails, correct problem and repeat ICAL.


ICP-AES; ICP-MS

CCV After every 10 field samples and at the end of the analysis sequence


Correct problem, rerun calibration verification. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since the last successful calibration verification.


ICP-AES; ICP-MS

Low-level calibration check standard

Daily, after one-point ICAL


Correct problem, then reanalyze.


ICP-AES; ICP-MS

CCB Once every 10 samples

No analytes detected > LOD

Terminate analysis; recalibrate and reanalyze the samples.


CVAA ICAL Daily prior to analysis

r2 ≥ 0.99 Correct problem, then repeat ICAL.

Analyst SW-846 7471B; SW-846 7470A (Mercury, TCLP Mercury)







Corrective Action

SOP Reference

CVAA Second source ICV

Once after each ICAL


Correct problem; rerun ICV. If that fails, correct problem, rerun ICAL.


CVAA CCV After every 10 field samples and at the end of the analysis sequence


Recalibrate, and reanalyze affected samples.


CVAFS Bubbler system calibration (five non-zero points with lowest calibration point at minimum level)

Daily prior to analysis; upon system verification (OPR) failure

RSD < 15% and 75-125%R for lowest standard

Correct problem, then repeat.

Analyst EPA 1631 (LL Mercury)

CVAFS Flow-injection system calibration (five non-zero points with lowest calibration point at minimum level)

Daily prior to analysis; upon system verification (OPR) failure

RSD < 15% and 75-125%R for lowest standard

Correct problem, then repeat.

Analyst EPA 1631 (LL Mercury)

pH Meter Minimum of three concentration solutions to demonstrate linearity

Prior to day’s activities, anytime anomaly suspected

±0.01 SU Follow manufacturer’s troubleshooting recommendations

Analyst SW-846 9045D (Corrosivity by pH)







Corrective Action

SOP Reference

Spectrophotometer ICAL (minimum six standards and a calibration blank)


r ≥ 0.99 Correct problem, then repeat ICAL.

Analyst SW-846 9014 (Cyanide)

Spectrophotometer Distilled standards (one high and one low)

Once per multipoint calibration

Within ± 10% of non-distilled standard value

Correct problem, then repeat distilled standards


Spectrophotometer Second-source ICV

Once after each ICAL, prior to beginning a sample run.

90-110%R Correct problem and verify second source standard. Rerun ICV. If that fails, correct problem and repeat calibration.


Spectrophotometer CCV After every 10 field samples.

90-110%R Correct problem, rerun calibration verification. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since the last successful calibration verification.


Spectrophotometer CCB After every 10 field samples.

No analyte detected > LOD

Correct problem, rerun CCB. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since the last successful CCB


Spectrophotometer ICAL (minimum six standards and a calibration blank)


r ≥ 0.99 Correct problem, then repeat ICAL.

Analyst SW-846 9034/9030B (Sulfide)







Corrective Action

SOP Reference

Spectrophotometer Distilled standards (one high and one low)

Once per multipoint calibration

Within ± 10% of non-distilled standard value

Correct problem, then repeat distilled standards


Spectrophotometer Second-source ICV

Once after each ICAL, prior to beginning a sample run.

85-115%R Correct problem and verify second source standard. Rerun ICV. If that fails, correct problem and repeat calibration.


Spectrophotometer CCV After every 10 field samples.

85-115%R Correct problem, rerun calibration verification. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since the last successful calibration verification.


Spectrophotometer CCB After every 10 field samples.

No analyte detected > LOD

Correct problem, rerun CCB. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since the last successful CCB


TOC Analyzer Minimum of four concentrations to demonstrate linearity

Annually R2 ≥ 0.995 Follow manufacturer’s troubleshooting recommendations; correct problem; repeat calibration

Analyst Lloyd Kahn; SW-846 9060A (TOC/TOC, DOC, POC)

TOC Analyzer ICV After ICAL, prior to sample analysis

90-110%R Follow manufacturer’s troubleshooting recommendations; correct problem; verify second source; re-run; repeat initial calibration








Corrective Action

SOP Reference

TOC Analyzer CCV Prior to sample analysis, every 10 injections, end of analysis batch

±10 of true value (±15 Lloyd Kahn)

Follow manufacturer’s troubleshooting recommendations; correct problem; repeat CCV; repeat ICAL


Analytical balance At least two NIST-certified weights (one in gram range and one in milligram range)

Monthly, anytime anomaly suspected

SGS-ILM calibrated yearly, checked daily

±0.1 mg Follow manufacturer’s troubleshooting recommendations

Analyst ASTM D6913; ASTM D7928 (Grain Size); SM 2540 (Solids)

Analytical balance With new individual NIST-traceable weights of suitable class/type or by metrology service outside laboratory

Certified for accuracy every five years

SGS-ILM calibrated yearly

±0.1 mg Follow manufacturer’s troubleshooting recommendations

Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician

ASTM D6913; ASTM D7928 (Grain Size); SM 2540 (Solids)

Analytical balance NIST-traceable weights bracketing sample weights

Prior to analysis; after each analysis batch

±0.5% of true value Follow manufacturer’s troubleshooting recommendations; re-check; re-analyze affected samples

Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician

SM 2540 (Solids)



Worksheet #25: Analytical Instrument and Equipment Maintenance, Testing, and Inspection

Instrument/ Equipment

Maintenance Activity

Testing Activity

Inspection Activity

Frequency Acceptance

Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible

Person SOP Reference

GC/MS/MS Change gas purifier; change syringes/syringe needles; change inlet liner, liner O-rings, and inlet septum; change front-end column

As needed Initial calibration or calibration verification passes method specifications

Perform additional maintenance prior to instrument calibration or calibration verification

Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (ALS Environmental- Kelso)

EPA 1699 (DDx/ Pesticides)

GC/MS/MS Change tune MSD, check the calibration vial, and replace the foreline pump oil; run tuning program to determine if source is functioning properly; replace columns; vacuum rough pump oil level is checked; replace/refill carrier gas line oxygen and moisture traps




EPA 1699 (DDx/ Pesticides)

CVAA Clean instrument (tubing, cell, aspirator); replace lamp; check gas supply/pressure




SW-846 7471B; SW-846 7470A (Mercury)

Analytical balance

Check LCD display; clean pans/instrument As needed Initial calibration or calibration verification passes method specifications



ASTM D6913; ASTM D7928 (Grain Size); SM 2540 (Solids)





Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


Total Organic Carbon Analyzers

Check IR zero; check digestion/condensation vessels; clean digestion chamber; clean permeation tube; clean six-port valves; clean sample pump; clean carbon scrubber; clean IR cell




SW-846 9060A (TOC, DOC)

GC with ECD

Change septa, clean/replace injection port liner, clip column, pass Endrin/DDT breakdown

As needed when indicated by performance

Appropriate performance

Perform additional maintenance

Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (SGS Accutest)

SW-846 8082A (PCBs); SW-846 8081B (Pesticides, TCLP Pesticides); SW-846 8151A (Herbicides, TCLP Herbicides)

GC with FID Clean and bake trap, purge tube, transfer lines, clip column, check for leaks, pass CCV





SW-846 8015D (Petroleum Hydrocarbons)

GC/MS Change septa, clean injection port liner, clip column, clean source, pass DFTPP/BFB criteria





SW-846 8260C (TCL VOCs, TCLP VOCs); SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM (PAHs, TCLP SVOCs)

ICP/MS Clean/replace torch, Clean Cone, Clean/replace nebulizer, change pump tubing, check nebulizer pressure, turbopump speed





SW-846 6020A; (Metals, TCLP Metals)





Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


ICP Torch, nebulizer, spray chamber, autosampler, pump tubing maintenance





SW-846 6010C; (Metals, TCLP Metals)

Leeman Hydra II A

maintenance of pump tubing, absorption cell and lens cleaning, check connections, flush sample lines





SW-846 7471B; SW-846 7470A (Mercury, TCLP Mercury)

Shimadzu TOC analyzer

Changing catalyst, air and water lines as needed, check water level, O2 pressure, carrier gas pressure





Lloyd Kahn, SW-846 9060A (TOC, DOC, POC)

pH meter Check electrode and probe for problems, visual inspection





EGN238-07 (Corrosivity/ pH)

Pensky-Martens Closed Flash Tester

Monitor gas flow, ensure tight seals and enclosure





EGN140-16 (Ignitability)

LACHAT QuikChem 8000

Check all tubing, visual inspection As needed when indicated by performance




EGN118-13

(Sulfide)

MM7/ Waters Autospec Premier with HP7890

Injection port, column, ion source, others as needed




Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (SGS Wilmington)

EPA 1613B (Dioxins/ Furans); EPA 1668A (PCB Congeners)





Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


MM6/ Waters Autospec Premier with HP6890







MM4/ Waters Autospec Ultima with HP 6890





















HRMS3/ Waters Autospec Ultima with HP 6890











Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


Finnigan MAT-95S

Replace carrier gas filter As needed Achieve normal GC flow reading


Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (TestAmerica-Knoxville)


Thermo DFS

Check carrier gas pressures; evaluate air spectrum (masses 28, 32); check cooling fans

Weekly Achieve normal reading/record; achieve full rotation of fans




Thermo DFS

Check chiller water/coolant levels Monthly Achieve full levels




Thermo DFS

Check PCB seating and alignment Bi-Annually Achieve proper read-backs




Thermo DFS

Replace pump oil Annually Achieve normal vacuum level








Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


Agilent 5975 (MS) & 6890 (GC); Agilent 5973 (MS) & 6890 (GC)

Clip column; install new injection port liner; install new septum; install new inlet seal; perform mass calibration; replace or switch filaments; clean source; change column





Agilent 5975 (MS) & 6890 (GC); Agilent 5973 (MS) & 6890 (GC)

Replace mechanical pump oil Bi-Annually Achieve normal vacuum level




GC/MS Clean sources, maintain vacuum pumps

Tuning Instrument performance and sensitivity

Service vacuum pumps twice per year, other maintenance as needed

Tune and CCV pass criteria

Recalibrate instrument

Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (TestAmerica-Pittsburgh)

SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM (TCL SVOCs, PAHs, TCLP SVOCs)

GC/MS Change septum, change or clip column, install new injection port liner, perform autotune

Sensitivity check

Instrument performance and sensitivity

Daily, as needed


Re-inspect injector port, cut additional column, reanalyze CCV, recalibrate


SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM (TCL SVOCs, PAHs, TCLP SVOCs)

GC-ECD Change septum, clean injection port, change or clip column, install new liner

Detector signals and chromatogram review


As needed CCV passes criteria

Reinspect injector port, cut additional column, reanalyze CCV, recalibrate


SW-846 8082A (PCBs); SW-846 8081B (Pesticides, TCLP Pesticides)





Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


GC Check pressure and gas supply daily. Bake out column, change septa, liner, seal as needed, cut column as needed.

-- Liner, seal, septum, and column

Prior to initial calibration or as necessary.

Acceptable calibration or CCV

Correct problem, then rerun calibration verification. If that fails, then repeat ICAL. Reanalyze all samples since the last successful calibration verification. If reanalysis cannot be performed, data must be qualified and explained in the case narrative.


SW-846 8015D (Petroleum Hydrocarbons);

SW-846 8151A (Herbicides, TCLP Herbicides)

GC/MS Clean sources, maintain vacuum pumps

Tuning Instrument performance and sensitivity

Service vacuum pumps twice per year, other maintenance as needed


Recalibrate Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (TestAmerica-Pittsburgh)

SW-846 8260C (TCL VOCs, TCLP VOCs)

GC/MS Change septum, clean injection port, change or clip column, install new liner, change trap

Sensitivity check


Daily or as needed


Reinspect injector port, cut additional column, reanalyze CCV, recalibrate


SW-846 8260C (TCL VOCs, TCLP VOCs)





Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


ICP Change sample pump tubing and pump windings; Check argon gas supply level; Check rinse solution and fill if needed; Check waste containers and empty if needed; Check sample capillary tubing is clean and in good condition; Check droplet size to verify nebulizer is not clogged.; Check sample flow for cross flow nebulizer; Check Cu/Mn ratio-should be 30% of value at date that IECs were performed; Check pressure for vacuum systems

Daily Acceptable calibration or CCV

Recalibrate, reanalyze


SW-846 6010C (Metals, TCLP Metals)

ICP Apply silicon spray on autosampler tracks; Check water level in cool flow; Clean air filters on back of power unit to remove dust

Monthly Acceptable calibration or CCV




ICP Clean air filters on back of power unit to remove dust; Check D mirror for air instruments; Change oil for vacuum systems

Bi-yearly Acceptable calibration or CCV




ICP Clean plasma torch assembly to remove accumulated deposits; Clean nebulizer and drain chamber; keep free-flowing to maintain optimum performance; Replace peristaltic pump tubing, sample capillary tubing, and autosampler sipper probe; Replace coolant water filter

As needed Acceptable calibration or CCV








Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


ICP-MS Wipe all instrument, autosampler and surrounding bench surfaces with a damp wipe – continual cleanliness is important for the minimization of contamination; Check Wash Solution volume and remake if necessary; Empty Waste Vessel according to laboratory disposal policy; Check the condition of all peristaltic pump tubes and replace if required (it is recommended to replace these daily although this may not be necessary with lower sample loads); Check condition of sample introduction system and cones and clean and/or replace as necessary; Ensure instrument fume-extraction system is operational

Daily Acceptable calibration or CCV



SW-846 6020A (Metals, TCLP Metals)

CVAA Replace disposables, flush lines

Sensitivity check


Daily or as needed

CCV pass criteria

Recalibrate Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (TestAmerica-Pittsburgh)

SW-846 7471B; SW-846 7470A (Mercury, TCLP Mercury)

FlashEA 1112

Clean or replace combustion crucible and drying tube

Initial calibration, continuing calibration standard and blank checks

-- Check daily, perform maintenance as needed

CCV ± 15% Recalibrate and/or perform the necessary equipment maintenance. Check the calibration standards. Reanalyze the affected data

Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (TestAmerica-Pittsburgh/ TestAmerica-Burlington)

Lloyd Kahn (TOC)





Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


Aurora 1030 Check oxygen supply, persulfate supply and acid suplly; Carrier Gas flow rate (῀150 cc/min); IR millivolts for stability (after 30 min warm-up); Check Reagent reservoirs

Check injection port septum after 50-200 runs. Tube end-fitting connections after 100 hours. Indicating drying tube. NDIR zero, after 100 hours of digestion. Digestion vessel/condensation chamber, after 2000 hours of use. Permeation tube, after 2000 hours of use. NDIR cell, after 2000 hours of use.

As Needed continuing calibration of 90 to 110%R of true value

Recalibrate and/or perform the necessary equipment maintenance. Check the calibration standards. Reanalyze the affected data


SW-846 9060A (TOC, DOC)


Refill wash water container, run start-up and compare water baseline, refill reagents, observe aspiration wash bath is filling and cleaning, check aspiration for both inner and outer wells, adjust aspiration for both inner and outer wells as needed, check operation of probe cleaner, clean cuvette, check cadmium coil as required, replace cadmium coil as required

Check daily, perform maintenance as needed

continuing calibration of 90 to 110%R of true value



SW-846 9014 (Cyanide)


Inspect sample probe; inspect aspiration probe; clean aspiration and sampler wash bath, compare water baseline and change lamp as needed.

Weekly; as Needed









Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible



Inspect cuvette outlet/inlet and aspiration/ sampler probes; replace syringe asembly with O-ring, clean /lubricate syringe screw drive, replace lamp, optimize gain and offset, replace reagent containers and caps, replace probe cleaner.

Every 6 months; as Needed





pH Meter Make sure electrode is stored in buffer (pH 4.0); Inspect electrode to ensure proper levels of filling solution are present. Verify electrodes are properly connected and filled.

Daily or as needed

Second source pH 7 buffer readings must be within 0.05 pH units of the buffer solution value

Repeat adjustments on successive portions of two buffer solutions until readings are within ±0.05 SU


SW-846 9045D (Corrosivity/ pH)

Spectro-photometer

Check zero %A adjustment. Clean sample compartment. Clean cuvettes. Clean windows, replace lamp annually or when erratic response is observed. Clean and align optics.

As Needed continuing calibration of 85 to 115%R of true value

Recalibrate and/or perform necessary equipment maintenance. Check calibration standards. Reanalyze affected data


SW-846 9034/9030 (Sulfide)

GC/MS Check/replace any applicable: GC septa, liner insert, solvents, PFK Septa, column, syringe, GC column, filament

As needed Method QC requirements are met

Replace parts and retune or rerun standards

Analyst/Certified Instrument Technician (Vista Analytical Laboratory)






Testing Activity

Inspection Activity


Criteria Corrective

Action Responsible


GC/MS Oven performance Daily or as needed

Properly functioning oven

Repair oven and retune/ rerun standards



GC/MS Ion source and analyzer cleaning As needed Background noise below method specifications; tuning criteria met

Repeat ion source cleaning and re-tune





Worksheets #26 & 27: Sample Handling, Custody, and Disposal

Sampling Organization: GSH (overall); Tetra Tech (field sampling); GHD (sample/data control/management)

Custody Requirements: The procedures for sample collection, packaging, handling, and tracking are outlined in SOP No. 26 (Appendix L of PDI WP) for the PDI field events and in SOP No. 11 (Appendix A of SWMP) for the site-wide monitoring.

Analytical Laboratories: ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory

Benthic Laboratory: EcoAnalysts

Geotechnical Laboratories: Tetra Tech Divisions, Aqua Survey, HWA Geoscience, TRC Geotechnical Laboratory

Method of Sample Delivery (shipper/carrier): Federal Express (or potentially courier)

Number of Days from Reporting until Sample Disposal: Samples will be retained at least until EPA has reviewed and accepted the associated validated results. Sediment and tissue samples and sample extracts, and water sample extracts will be held frozen (less than -10 degrees Celsius) for one year from collection for potential future analysis. Approval for disposal of excess sample mass will be obtained by GSH from EPA and other potentially responsible parties.

Activity Organization and Title or Position of Person Responsible for the Activity Reference

Sample Collection, Packaging, and Handling

Sample Collection Field Team / Tetra Tech See Worksheet #21

Sample Packaging Field Team / Tetra Tech See Worksheet #21

Coordination of Shipment GHD Discussed in text following this table

Type of Shipment/Carrier Federal Express (or potentially courier) NA

Sample Receipt and Analysis

Sample Receipt Analytical Laboratory Sample Custodian / ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory

Benthic Laboratory Sample Custodian / EcoAnalysts

Geotechnical Laboratory Sample Custodian / Tetra Tech Divisions, Aqua Survey, HWA Geoscience, TRC Geotechnical Laboratory

See Worksheets #15 and #23




Sample Custody and Storage Analytical Laboratory Sample Custodian / ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory




Sample Preparation Analytical Laboratory Sample Custodian / ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory




Sample Determinative Analysis Analytical Laboratory Sample Custodian / ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory




Sample Archiving

Sample storage Analytical Laboratory Sample Custodian / ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory



See Worksheets #15 and #23; Laboratory QA Manual

Sample extract/digestate storage

Analytical Laboratory Sample Custodian / ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory







Sample Disposal

Sample disposal Analytical Laboratory Sample Custodian / ALS Environmental-Kelso; SGS Accutest; SGS Wilmington; TestAmerica-Knoxville; TestAmerica-Pittsburgh; Vista Analytical Laboratory




Project Sample Coordination

To improve data access and usability, reduce laboratory analysis and data management costs, and complete data ownership and

transferability, GSH has contracted with GHD to serve as the Data Management and Laboratory Program Contractor for the Project.

GHD, who provides this support to GSH at numerous other sites, will perform the following:

• Oversee contracted laboratory services for chemical analyses.

• Select appropriate laboratory(ies) upon analytical request (denoted as “Sample Scope of Work” in the below skematic) from

Tetra Tech for a specific event/investigation.

• Coordinate directly with assigned laboratory(ies), interfacing with GHD and Tetra Tech as needed.

• Resolve any quality issues, with input from GSH and Tetra Tech.

• Perform data verification/validation of laboratory data packages. Validation qualifiers will be consistent with EPA Region 2

SOPs and EPA National Functional Guidelines.

• Perform data quality review / reporting.

• Consolidate Project data into centralized database, including field and laboratory data.

• Provide options for Project team to access data, including tables, figures, graphs, electronic deliverables, and e:DATproTM (an

integrated GIS data acess tool/query engine).

• Provide the validated electronic data in the EPA Region 2 standardized EDD format (https://www.epa.gov/superfund/region-2-

superfund-electronic-data-submission).

The Supervising Contractor will work closely with GHD during sampling events to facilitate requests for, and shipment of, samples, as

well as management of field data and access to laboratory results.



GHD and/or the Supervising Contractor’s Geotechnical Engineer will oversee contracted laboratory services for the geotechnical

testing, including resolving any laboratory quality issues and performing data verification of the geotechnical data packages to ensure

completeness and correct interpretation.

Data Submittal/Availability

Upon receipt of laboratory deliverables (report/EDD) and field information (such as sample ID and location) by GHD, the data will be

processed into the GSH LPR OU 2 database. The Project team will be able to access results in the GSH database via GHD’s electronic

data access tool (e:DATproTM), and e:DATproTM will be set to update daily at a minimum.

The status of the data as to review (i.e., non-validated or validated; refer to Worksheets #34, #35, and #36) is tracked in the database

and noted in e:DATproTM. Preliminary data may be utilized during evaluation of the need for additional sampling and/or analyses. Only

validated data will be used during reporting, final decision making, and preparation of the design.

Upon submission of a field event-related report, the associated data (which have been validated and updated with qualifiers) will be

provided in the EPA Region 2 standardized EDD format (https://www.epa.gov/superfund/region-2-superfund-electronic-data-

submission).



A schematic of the program process is shown below:



Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28a Dioxins/Furans

Matrix Solid (Sediment, Soil, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate)


Analytical Method/SOP Reference EPA 1613B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/ amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency

Method/SOP Acceptance Limits

Corrective Action

Person (title/position)

Responsible for Corrective Action

Project-specific MPC

Isomer Specificity Test

Standards

At the beginning of each 12-hour shift; after calibration performed and before sample analyses

Separation between adjacent peaks must be 25% for TCDD and 40% for TCDF

Adjust the GC; repeat verification test or recalibrate; as necessary replace GC column and either verify calibration or recalibrate

Subcontractor Laboratory Analyst

Separation between adjacent peaks must be 25% for TCDD and 40% for TCDF

MB 1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples)

No analytes detected at > LOQ

Correct problem; if required, re-prep and re-analyze MB and all associated samples If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “B” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch.


< LOQ for each compound

GFF Blank

[Appendix E, Water Column Sampling only]

1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples)


Apply “B” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in

associated preparation batch.



OPR 1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples)


Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated

preparation batch





Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Laboratory Duplicate and/or OPR Duplicate

Per client request RPD ≤ 30% For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional

measures to be taken.


RPD ≤ 30%

Clean-up Standard

1 per batch requiring specific clean-up technique

37Cl-2,3,7,8-TCDD

35-197%R Analyst must demonstrate method requirements can be met using the specific cleanup procedure.


37Cl-2,3,7,8-TCDD

35-197%R

1,2,3,4,7-PeCDD

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,7-PeCDD

40-130%R

1,2,3,4,6-PeCDF

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6-PeCDF

40-130%R

1,2,3,4,6,9-HxCDF

40-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,9-HxCDF

40-130%R

1,2,3,4,6,8,9-HpCDF

25-130%R 1,2,3,4,6,8,9-HpCDF

25-130%R

Labeled Standards

All samples Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 7 of

EPA 1613B

Evaluate problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples as

necessary and if <10%.


Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 7 of

EPA 1613B

1 QC samples associated with calibration (e.g., ICV, CCV) are described in Worksheet #24.



Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28b PCB Congeners

Matrix Solid (Sediment, Soil, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate)


Analytical Method/SOP Reference EPA 1668A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action









GFF Blank










Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated

preparation batch




Per client request RPD ≤ 30% For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.


RPD ≤ 30%



Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Clean-up Standard

1 per batch requiring specific clean-up technique


Analyst must demonstrate method requirements can be met using the specific cleanup procedure.



Labeled Standards

All samples Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of

EPA 1668A

Evaluate problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples as

necessary and if <10%.


Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 6 of

EPA 1668A




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28c PCBs [as Aroclors]

Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate)

Analytical Group PCBs

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 8082A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/ amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Surrogate Compounds

All samples Tetrachloro-m-xylene

30-150%R

Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples, if sufficient material available, unless obvious chromatographic interferences are present Apply “Q” qualification to

associated analytes

Subcontractor Laboratory Analyst Tetrachloro-

m-xylene 30-150%R

Decachloro-biphenyl

30-150%R Decachloro-biphenyl

30-150%R



Correct problem; if required, re-prep and re-analyze MB and all associated samples If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “B” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated

preparation batch



LCS 1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples) Aroclor-

1016 50-150 %R

Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch

Subcontractor Laboratory Analyst Aroclor-

1016 50-150 %R

Aroclor-1260

50-150 %R Aroclor-1260

50-150 %R



Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




MS 1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples)

Aroclor-1016

29-135 %R For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional



Aroclor-1016

29-135 %R

Aroclor-1260

29-135 %R Aroclor-1260

29-135 %R

MSD 1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples)

RPD ≤ 20% For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.


RPD ≤ 20%


All positive results must be confirmed

≤40% RPD Apply “J” qualification to associated analytes.


≤40% RPD between primary and secondary columns




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28d DDx Compounds/ Pesticides

Matrix Solid (Sediment, Tissue) and Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate)


Analytical Method/SOP Reference EPA 1699 (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/ amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action





No analytes detected at > LOQ or 10% of

sample contents



< LOQ for each compound or 10% of sample contents

GFF Blank









All samples Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 5 of EPA 1699

Correct problem, then re-prep and reanalyze sample(s) with failed IS Apply Q-flag to results of all affected samples and explain in case narrative.


Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 5 of EPA 1699


Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 5 of EPA 16992,4'-



Acceptance criteria as provided in Table 5 of EPA 16992,4'-



Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action





Per client request RPD ≤ 30% For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional



RPD ≤ 30%




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28e PAHs/Semi-Volatiles

Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment, Soil, Tissue); Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate, TCLP Extract)

Analytical Group TCL SVOCs/PAHs, TCLP SVOCs

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 8270D/8270D SIM (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/ amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Internal Standards

Every field sample,

standard and QC

sample


Check instruments, reanalyze affected samples Apply “Q” qualification to analytes associated with non-compliant IS



Surrogate Compounds

[Aquoues]

All samples 2,4,6-Tribromo-

phenol 19-138%R

Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples, if sufficient material available, unless obvious chromatographic interferences are present Apply “Q” qualification to associated analytes


2,4,6-Tribromo-

phenol 19-138%R

2-Fluoro-biphenyl

35-115%R 2-Fluoro-biphenyl

35-115%R

2-Fluoro-phenol

20-110%R 2-Fluoro-phenol

20-110%R

Nitro-benzene-d5

39-115%R Nitro-benzene-d5

39-115%R

Phenol-d5 30-118%R Phenol-d5 30-118%R

Terphenyl-d14

30-143%R Terphenyl-d14

30-143%R

Surrogate Compounds [Solids]

All samples 2,4,6-Tribromo-phenol

20-107%R Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples, if sufficient material available, unless obvious chromatographic interferences are present Apply “Q” qualification to

associated analytes


2,4,6-Tribromo-phenol

20-107%R

2-Fluoro-biphenyl

34-100%R 2-Fluoro-biphenyl

34-100%R

2-Fluoro-phenol

27-100%R 2-Fluoro-phenol

27-100%R

Nitro-benzene-d5

33-100%R Nitro-benzene-d5

33-100%R

Phenol-d5 27-100%R Phenol-d5 27-100%R



Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Terphenyl-d14

30-100%R Terphenyl-d14

30-100%R




preparation batch



GFF Blank

[Appendix E, Water Column

Sampling only]



Apply “B” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch.



LCS [Aqueous]


1,4-Dichloro-benzene

42-115%R Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch


1,4-Dichloro-benzene

42-115%R

2,4,5-Trichloro-phenol

45-115%R 2,4,5-Trichloro-phenol

45-115%R

2,4,6-Trichloro-phenol

40-115%R 2,4,6-Trichloro-phenol

40-115%R

2,4-Dinitro-toluene

25-106%R 2,4-Dinitro-toluene

25-106%R

2-Methyl-phenol

16-140%R 2-Methyl-phenol

16-140%R

3- and/or 4-Methyl-

phenol 22-105%R

3- and/or 4-Methyl-

phenol 22-105%R

Hexachlorobenzene

37-115%R Hexachlorobenzene

37-115%R

Hexachlorobutadiene

40-115%R Hexachlorobutadiene

40-115%R

Hexachloroethane

43-115%R Hexachloroethane

43-115%R



Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Nitro-benzene

30-121%R Nitro-benzene

30-121%R

Pentachlorophenol

35-115%R Pentachlorophenol

35-115%R

Pyridine 40-115%R Pyridine 40-115%R

MS [Aqueous]


Same as LCS above For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.


Same as LCS above

MSD [Aqueous]


RPD ≤ 20% For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional



RPD ≤ 20%

LCS [Solids]


See table on following page




MS [Solids]



For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.





Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




MSD [Solids]



For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional







Analyte LCS %R LCS RPD MS %R MS RPD Analyte LCS %R LCS RPD MS %R MS RPD

Acenaphthene 43-100 27 43-100 27 Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene 46-100 35 46-100 35

Acenaphthylene 43-100 27 43-100 27 Isophorone 45-100 24 45-100 24

Anthracene 48-100 31 48-100 31 2-Methylnaphthalene 48-100 17 48-100 17

Benzo[a]anthracene 46-100 31 46-100 31 Naphthalene 46-100 19 46-100 19

Benzo[a]pyrene 46-100 29 46-100 29 2-Nitroaniline 40-115 37 40-115 37

Benzo[b]fluoranthene 42-100 31 42-100 31 3-Nitroaniline 40-104 24 40-104 24

Benzo[g,h,i]perylene 45-100 38 45-100 38 4-Nitroaniline 37-107 30 37-107 30

Benzo[k]fluoranthene 45-100 28 45-100 28 Nitrobenzene 43-100 15 43-100 15

Bis(2-chloroethyl)ether 42-100 15 42-100 15 N-Nitrosodi-n-propylamine 46-100 15 46-100 15

Bis(2-chloroethoxy)methane 43-100 18 43-100 18 N-Nitrosodiphenylamine 45-102 26 45-102 26

2,2'-oxybis[1-chloropropane] 27-108 17 27-108 17 Phenanthrene 46-100 32 46-100 32

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate 41-121 36 41-121 36 Pyrene 41-100 34 41-100 34

4-Bromophenyl phenyl ether 46-105 23 46-105 23 Carbazole 47-100 24 47-100 24

Butyl benzyl phthalate 42-117 35 42-117 35 Acetophenone 41-100 19 41-100 19

4-Chloroaniline 48-100 24 48-100 24 Atrazine 19-100 22 19-100 22

2-Chloronaphthalene 44-100 21 44-100 21 Benzaldehyde 10-150 40 10-150 40

4-Chlorophenyl phenyl ether 44-100 22 44-100 22 1,1'-Biphenyl 44-100 15 44-100 15

Chrysene 47-100 31 47-100 31 Caprolactam 41-112 18 41-112 18

Dibenz(a,h)anthracene 47-100 35 47-100 35 4-Chloro-3-methylphenol 47-101 30 47-101 30

Dibenzofuran 48-100 21 48-100 21 2-Chlorophenol 47-100 15 47-100 15

Di-n-butyl phthalate 48-105 26 48-105 26 2-Methylphenol 46-100 15 46-100 15

3,3'-Dichlorobenzidine 34-104 26 34-104 26 Methylphenol, 3 & 4 46-100 17 46-100 17

Diethyl phthalate 41-105 21 41-105 21 2,4-Dichlorophenol 48-100 18 48-100 18

Dimethyl phthalate 45-100 23 45-100 23 2,4-Dimethylphenol 49-100 25 49-100 25

2,4-Dinitrotoluene 45-106 23 45-106 23 2,4-Dinitrophenol 31-110 40 31-110 40

2,6-Dinitrotoluene 45-105 20 45-105 20 4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol 40-114 38 40-114 38

Di-n-octyl phthalate 38-122 40 38-122 40 2-Nitrophenol 48-101 20 48-101 20

Fluoranthene 47-100 30 47-100 30 4-Nitrophenol 23-136 40 23-136 40

Fluorene 45-100 29 45-100 29 Pentachlorophenol 25-114 40 25-114 40

Hexachlorobenzene 45-104 21 45-104 21 Phenol 46-100 15 46-100 15

Hexachlorobutadiene 41-101 18 41-101 18 2,4,5-Trichlorophenol 43-103 28 43-103 28

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene 24-108 40 24-108 40 2,4,6-Trichlorophenol 45-104 22 45-104 22

Hexachloroethane 46-100 15 46-100 15



Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28f Petroleum Hydrocarbons

Matrix Solid (Sediment Soil)

Analytical Group GRO, DRO, ORO

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 8015D (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/ amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Surrogate Compounds

All samples o-Terphenyl 26-125%R Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples, if sufficient material available, unless obvious chromatographic interferences are present Apply “Q” qualification to

associated analytes


o-Terphenyl 26-125%R

Trifluoro-toluene

10-150%R Trifluoro-toluene

10-150%R




preparation batch



LCS 1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples)

GRO 76-120%R Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch


GRO 76-120%R



Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action





GRO 25-120%R For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional



GRO 25-120%R




RPD ≤ 20%




Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28g Mercury/ Metals

Matrix Solid (Sediment, Soil, Tissue) and Aqueous (TCLP Extract)


Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 6010C, 7471B/7470A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action






Correct problem; if required, re-prep and re-analyze MB and all associated samples If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “B” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch


< LOQ




80-120%R


75-125%R For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional



75-125%R



Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action








RPD ≤ 20%




Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28h Mercury/Metals

Matrix Aqueous (Water, DRET/CST Elutriate)


Analytical Method/SOP Reference 7470A/SW-846 6020A only (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action








< LOQ for each analyte

GFF Blank









80-120%R Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated

preparation batch


80-120%R


75-125%R For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.


75-125%R



Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action








RPD ≤ 20%

Dilution Test Upon failure of MS/MSD; one per preparatory batch

Five-fold dilution must agree within ± 10% of the original measurement

A chemical or physical interference should be suspected Apply “J” qualification to specific

analyte(s) in parent sample


±10% of original

Post-Digestion Spike

Upon failure of MS/MSD; one per preparatory batch

80-120%R Apply “J” qualification to specific analyte(s) in parent sample


80-120 %R

Interference Check Solutions (ICS-A and ICS-AB)

After the ICAL and prior to sample

analysis

ICS-A: Absolute value of concentration for all non-spiked analytes < LOD (unless verified trace impurity) ICS-AB: ± 20% of true value [except for elements present in the ICS-AB solution at greater than 4X the instrument calibration range]

Terminate analysis; correct problem. Re-analyze ICS and all associated samples If corrective action fails, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples associated with failed ICS


ICS-A: Absolute value of concentration for all non-spiked analytes < LOD (unless verified trace impurity) ICS-AB: ± 20% of true value [except for elements present in the ICS-AB solution at greater than 4X the instrument calibration range]

Internal Standards

Every field sample (undergoing Method 6020A), standard and QC sample

IS intensity within 30-120% of intensity of IS in initial calibration blank

If recoveries are acceptable for QC samples, but not field samples, the field samples may be considered to suffer from a matrix effect. Reanalyze sample at 5-fold dilutions until criteria is met.

For failed QC samples, correct problem, and rerun all associated failed field samples.


IS intensity within 30-120% of intensity of IS in initial calibration blank




Worksheet #28: Analytical Laboratory Quality Control and Corrective Action - #28i Low Level Mercury



Analytical Method/SOP Reference EPA 1631E (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




System blank Minimum of 3 blanks; prior to calibration

< 50 ng/L Hg (individual); < 50 ng/L Hg (mean)

Investigate/remedy problem; recalibrate; reanalyze samples.


< 50 ng/L Hg (individual); < 50 ng/L Hg (mean)

Bubbler blank < 50 pg Hg (individual); < 25 pg Hg (mean)

Investigate/remedy problem; recalibrate; reanalyze samples.


< 50 pg Hg (individual); < 25 pg Hg (mean)

Reagent blank < 20 pg (or 0.2 ng/L) Hg Purge reagent with Hg-free nitrogen or argon or prepare/test new batch of reagent.


< 20 pg (or 0.2 ng/L) Hg

OPR Beginning and end of analytical batch

77-123%R Correct problem; repeat OPR Subcontractor Laboratory Analyst

77-123%R

QCS (Second Source)

1 per analytical batch (< 20 samples)

77-123%R Correct problem; repeat analysis/re-calibrate


77-123%R

MB 3 per analytical batch (< 20 samples)

< 0.5 ng/L Hg Correct problem; if required, re-prep and re-analyze MB and all associated samples If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “B” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch


< 0.5 ng/L Hg

GFF Blank








Bottle blank Each given lot < LOQ for each analyte Identify problem; correct cleaning procedures/change cleaning solutions; re-clean affected bottles prior to use.


< LOQ for each analyte



Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




MS 10% frequency; 1 per every 10 samples

71-125%R If spike and OPR fall outside acceptance criteria, identify/correct problem and reanalyze samples.

If just spike fails, for the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.


71-125%R

MSD 10% frequency; 1 per every 10 samples

RPD ≤ 24% If spike and OPR fall outside acceptance criteria, identify/correct problem and reanalyze samples.

If just spike fails, for the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.


RPD ≤ 24%




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28i Volatile Organics

Matrix Solids (Soil); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)

Analytical Group TCL/ TCLP VOCs

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 8260C (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Internal Standards

Every field sample,

standard and QC sample


Check instruments, reanalyze affected samples Apply “Q” qualification to analytes associated with non-compliant IS




1,1-Dichloro-ethene

63-140%R Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in

associated preparation batch


1,1-Dichloro-ethene

63-140%R

1,2-Dichloro-ethane

80-120%R 1,2-Dichloro-ethane

80-120%R

2-Butanone 78-126%R 2-Butanone 78-126%R

Benzene 77-119%R Benzene 77-119%R

Carbon Tetra-chloride

63-139%R Carbon Tetra-chloride

63-139%R

Chloro-benzene

69-127%R Chloro-benzene

69-127%R

Chloroform 83-120%R Chloroform 83-120%R

Tetrachloro-ethene

57-128%R Tetrachloro-ethene

57-128%R

Trichloro-ethene

31-139%R Trichloro-ethene

31-139%R

Vinyl chloride 80-120%R Vinyl chloride 80-120%R


Same as above for LCS For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.


Same as above for LCS



Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action







RPD ≤ 20%






Surrogate Compounds

All samples 1,2-Dichloro-ethane-d4

62-123%R Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples, if sufficient material available, unless obvious chromatographic interferences are present Apply “Q” qualification to associated analytes


1,2-Dichloro-ethane-d4

62-123%R

4-Bromo-fluorobenzene

75-120%R 4-Bromo-fluorobenzene

75-120%R

Dibromo-fluoromethane

80-120%R Dibromo-fluoromethane

80-120%R

Toluene-d8 80-120%R Toluene-d8 80-120%R




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28j Pesticides

Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment, Soil); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)

Analytical Group TCL/TCLP Pesticides

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 8081B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/ amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Surrogate Compounds

[Aqueous]

All samples Decachloro-biphenyl

45-140%R

Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples, if sufficient material available, unless obvious chromatographic interferences are present Apply “Q” qualification to

associated analytes

Subcontractor Laboratory Analyst Decachloro-

biphenyl 45-140%R

Tetrachloro-m-xylene

45-140%R Tetrachloro-m-xylene

45-140%R

Surrogate Compounds

[Solids]

All samples Decachloro-biphenyl

26-143%R

Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all failed samples, if sufficient material available, unless obvious chromatographic interferences are present Apply “Q” qualification to associated analytes

Subcontractor Laboratory Analyst Decachloro-

biphenyl 26-143%R

Tetrachloro-m-xylene

32-114%R Tetrachloro-m-xylene

32-114%R




preparation batch



LCS

[Aqueous]


Chlordane 55-137%R Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be


Chlordane 55-137%R

Endrin 57-124%R Endrin 57-124%R

gamma-BHC (Lindane)

53-135%R gamma-BHC (Lindane)

53-135%R

Heptachlor 30-150%R Heptachlor 30-150%R



Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Heptachlor Epoxide

46-137%R performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated

preparation batch

Heptachlor Epoxide

46-137%R

Methoxychlor 30-150%R Methoxychlor 30-150%R

Toxphene 30-150%R Toxphene 30-150%R

MS

[Aqueous]


Same as above for LCS For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional



Same as above for LCS

MSD

[Aqueous]




RPD ≤ 20%

LCS

[Solids]


See table on following page Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch



MS

[Solids]


See table on following page For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.



MSD

[Solids]


See table on following page For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional






Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action













Aldrin 42-114 20 10-150 20

alpha-BHC 44-100 20 10-150 20

beta-BHC 32-110 20 10-150 20

delta-BHC 20-106 20 20-124 20

gamma-BHC (Lindane) 44-100 20 10-150 20

alpha-Chlordane 38-112 20 10-150 20

gamma-Chlordane 37-113 24 10-150 24

4,4'-DDD 41-111 20 15-150 20

4,4'-DDE 39-119 20 10-150 20

4,4'-DDT 25-112 37 10-150 37

Dieldrin 38-116 20 20-150 20

Endosulfan I 39-114 23 20-150 23

Endosulfan II 37-108 33 10-150 33

Endosulfan sulfate 29-100 26 13-140 26

Endrin 38-114 20 10-150 20

Endrin aldehyde 25-105 20 10-150 20

Endrin ketone 31-113 20 10-150 20

Heptachlor 47-114 20 10-150 20

Heptachlor epoxide 40-115 20 10-150 20

Methoxychlor 26-119 26 10-150 26



Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28k Herbicides

Matrix Solids (UHCs in Sediment); Aqueous (TCLP Extract)

Analytical Group Herbicides

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 8151A (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action









Surrogate Compounds

[Aqueous]

All samples 2,4-Dichloro-phenylacetic

acid


associated analytes


2,4-Dichloro-phenylacetic

acid

18-125%R

Surrogate Compounds [Solids]

All samples 2,4-Dichloro-phenylacetic acid


associated analytes


2,4-Dichloro-phenylacetic acid

19-122%R

LCS [Aqueous]


2,4,5-TP 15-140%R Terminate analysis; correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze LCS and all associated samples, if sufficient material available


2,4,5-TP 15-140%R



Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




2,4,-D 10-117%R If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch

2,4,-D 10-117%R

MS [Aqueous]


Same as above for LCS [Aqueous]



Same as above for LCS [Aqueous]

MSD [Aqueous]




RPD ≤ 20%

LCS [Solids]

1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples) 2,4,5-TP 10-103%R


Subcontractor Laboratory Analyst 2,4,5-TP 10-103%R

2,4,-D 15-114%R 2,4,-D 15-114%R

Silvex (2,4,5-TP)

27-126%R Silvex (2,4,5-TP)

27-126%R

MS [Solids]


Same as above for LCS [Solids]



Same as above for LCS [Solids]

MSD [Solids]


2,4,5-TP ≤ 40% RPD For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met


2,4,5-TP ≤ 40% RPD

2,4,-D ≤ 40% RPD 2,4,-D ≤ 40% RPD



Lab QC Sample 1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Silvex (2,4,5-TP)

≤ 31% RPD

and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional measures to be taken.

Silvex (2,4,5-TP)

≤ 31% RPD









Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28l RCRA Characteristics


Analytical Group RCRA Characteristics

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 1020B, 9045D, 9014, 9034/9030B (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Laboratory Duplicate


RPD ≤ 25% Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch.


≤ 25% RPD




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28m Organic Carbon (Solids/ Aqueous Filtered Material)


Analytical Group TOC; POC [after filtering]

Analytical Method/SOP Reference Lloyd Kahn (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action








< LOQ

Filter Blank (POC only)



Correct problem; if required, re-prep and re-analyze blank and all associated samples If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “B” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch


< LOQ




75-125%R



Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action





75-125%R For the specific analyte(s) in the parent sample, apply J-flag if acceptance criteria are not met and explain in the case narrative. Contact the client as to additional



75-125%R




RPD ≤ 20%

Laboratory Quadruplicate


± 3x SD Identify error and rerun samples in batch.


± 3x SD




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28n Organic Carbon (Aqueous)


Analytical Group TOC, DOC

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SW-846 9060A (TOC, DOC) (See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action








< LOQ

MD 1 per preparatory batch (< 20 samples)



≤ 10% RPD




Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28o Solids

Matrix Solid (Soil/Sediment) and Aqueous (Water)

Analytical Group SSC/TSS

Analytical Method/SOP Reference SM 2540* (See Worksheet #15 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation)

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




MB 1 per 10 samples No analytes detected at > LOQ



< LOQ

MD 1 per 10 samples RPD ≤ 5% Correct problem, re-prep and re-analyze all associated samples, if sufficient material available If re-analysis cannot be performed, apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in associated preparation batch


RPD ≤ 5%

1 QC samples associated with calibration (e.g., ICV, CCV) are described in Worksheet #24. * Entire container of sample to be utilized during analytical methodology.



Worksheet #28: Analytical Quality Control and Corrective Action – #28p Lipid Content

Matrix Solid (Tissue)

Analytical Group Lipid Content

Analytical Method/SOP Reference Method 1613 Section 2.1.3.1

Lab QC Sample1

Number/ Frequency


Corrective Action




Laboratory Duplicate


RPD ≤ 20% Apply “Q” qualification to specific analyte(s) in all samples in



≤ 20% RPD




Worksheet #29: Project Documents and Records

Project Planning Documents

Record Generation Verification Storage Location/Archive

PMP Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;

GSH Project Coordinator/Staff

SharePoint site (posted upon approval); Tetra

Tech server (electronic); Tetra Tech

Parsippany, NJ office (hardcopy)

RDWP, including ERP Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;




Parsippany, NJ office (hardcopy); Project field

office (hardcopy; upon mobilization)

UFP-QAPP Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;






HASP Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;






PDI WP and Subsidiary

Plans

Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;






SWMP and Subsidiary

Plans







SSEWP Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;








TSWP Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;






Sample Collection and Field Records


Field logbook/field sampling

forms

Tetra Tech Field Team Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead

(daily); Tetra Tech PDI Lead

(weekly)

SharePoint site (posted periodically throughout

each field program event); Tetra Tech server

(electronic); Tetra Tech Parsippany, NJ office

(hardcopy); Project field office (hardcopy; upon

mobilization)

Equipment/instrument

calibration and maintenance

forms

Tetra Tech Field Team Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead

(daily); Tetra Tech PDI Lead

(weekly)





mobilization)

C-O-C forms Tetra Tech Field Team Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead;

GHD Lab Coordination Task

Lead



(electronic); Tetra Tech Parsippany, NJ office,

GHD Niagara Falls, NY office (hardcopy);

Project field office (hardcopy; upon mobilization)

Air bills Tetra Tech Field Team Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead;


Lead



(electronic); Tetra Tech Parsippany, NJ office,

GHD Niagara Falls, NY office (hardcopy);

Project field office (hardcopy; upon mobilization)

Field Change Records

(FCRs)

Tetra Tech Activity Field

Lead

Tetra Tech PDI Lead; Tetra Tech

QA/QC Lead; Tetra Tech

PM/DPM







Quality Event Reports

(QERs)


Lead


QA/QC Lead; Tetra Tech

PM/DPM





Accident/incident reports

(Tetra Tech TOTAL system)


Lead; Tetra Tech H&S Officer


H&S Lead; Tetra Tech PM/DPM





Other correspondence Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead Tetra Tech PDI Lead; Tetra Tech

PM/DPM





mobilization)

Laboratory Records


Case Narrative Subcontract Laboratories Subcontract Laboratories Laboratory server

Environmenal sample data

(including tabulated results

on Form Is or equivalent,

raw data such as spectra,

chromatograms)

Subcontract Laboratories Subcontract Laboratories Laboratory server

QC sample data

(including tabulated results

on Form Is or equivalent,

raw data such as spectra,

chromatograms)


Laboratory equipment

calibration logs


Sample preparation logs Subcontract Laboratories Subcontract Laboratories Laboratory server

Run logs Subcontract Laboratories Subcontract Laboratories Laboratory server

Shipping/receiving

documentation




Laboratory data packages

(to include above records)

Subcontract Laboratories GHD Data Verification/Validation

Task Lead

Laboratory server; SharePoint site (posted

upon approval); GHD Niagara Falls, NY office

(electronic/hardcopy)

Electronic data deliverables

(EDD)

Subcontract Laboratories GHD Data Verification/Validation

Task Lead




Sample disposal records Subcontract Laboratories Subcontract Laboratories Laboratory server

Project Assessments


Field audit checklists/

reports

Tetra Tech PDI Lead; Tetra

Tech QA/QC Lead; Tetra Tech

H&S Lead

Tetra Tech PM/DPM SharePoint site (posted upon approval); Tetra



Field data verification

checklists/reports

Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead;

GHD Data Management Task

Lead

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead SharePoint site (posted upon approval); Tetra


Parsippany, NJ office,

GHD Niagara Falls, NY office (hardcopy)

QERs (non-field related) Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead Tetra Tech PM/DPM SharePoint site (posted upon approval); Tetra



Laboratory audit checklists/

reports (if performed)


Lead

GSH Project Coordinator SharePoint site (posted upon approval); Tetra

Tech server (electronic); GHD Niagara Falls,

NY office (hardcopy)

Laboratory corrective action

forms/reports

Subcontract Laboratories GHD Lab Coordination Task

Lead; GSH Project Coordinator




Data validation reports GHD Data Verification/

Validation Task Lead

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead SharePoint site (posted upon approval); GHD

Niagara Falls, NY office (electronic/hardcopy)



Validated data GHD Data Verification/

Validation Task Lead

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead SharePoint site (posted upon approval); GHD

Niagara Falls, NY office (electronic/hardcopy)

Data usability assessment

report(s)

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead SharePoint site (posted upon approval); Tetra


Parsippany, NJ office

Project Reports


PDI Activity-specific

Evaluation Reports







Report(s)






SSE Report Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;





Hydrodynamic Modeling

Report






Preliminary (30%) RD Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;





Intermediate (60%) RD Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;





VE Analysis Study Results Tetra Tech Project Personnel Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead;





Pre-Final (95%) RD

and associated CQA/QCP,

O&M Plan, and ICIAP








Final (100%) RD

and associated CQA/QCP,

O&M Plan, and ICIAP






Quarterly Progress Reports Tetra Tech PM/DPM GSH Project Coordinator SharePoint site (posted upon approval); Tetra

Tech server (electronic)



Worksheet #31, 32, and 33: Assessments and Corrective Action

Assessments

Assessment Type

Responsible Party/ Organization for Performance of Assessment

Number; Frequency Estimated Date(s) Assessment Deliverable

Deliverable Due Date

Operational Readiness Review

Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead and/or Tetra Tech PDI Lead

TBD; Prior to beginning each major phase of work/sampling event of field program

June 2017; October 2017; as needed

Readiness review checklist/form

24 hours following completion of assessment

Field Audit Tetra Tech PDI Lead; Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead; Tetra Tech H&S Lead

≥5 for PDI, to include GBSD survey, sediment coring/sampling program, pore-water system deployment, water column sampling program; and habitat survey; additional audits to be conducted as needed

≥2 for SWM, to include baseline water column and tissue sampling

PDI: June/July 2017; October/November 2017; February 2018; March/April 2018; and April/May 2018; as needed

SWM: 2019

Field audit checklist/report

24 hours following completion of assessment

Laboratory Audit GHD Data Verification/ Validation Task Lead

TBD; As needed based on performance of subcontractor laboratory(ies)

As needed Laboratory audit checklist/report

3 days following completion of assessment

Project-Specific PE Sample(s)

GHD Lab Coordination Task Lead

TBD; As needed based on performance of subcontractor laboratory(ies)

As needed Analytical Data Package

PE Deficiency Report (as applicable)

14 days following receipt of PE sample(s) for data package

48 hours following receipt of package for deficiency report if required



Management Review

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead; Tetra Tech H&S Lead; Tetra Tech PM/DPM

TBD; Interim management reviews following mobilization for major phases of field program.

One; management review upon completion of field work.

TBD; Interim management reviews during preparation of RD documents.

May/June 2017; September/October 2017; TBD

Management report/ email notification

48 hours following management review

Assessment Response and Corrective Action

Assessment Type

Responsible Party/ Organization for Responding to Findings

Assessment Response Documentation

Timeframe for Response

Responsible Party/ Organization for Implementing Corrective Action

Responsible Party/ Organization for Monitoring Corrective Action Implementation

Operational Readiness Review

Tetra Tech PDI Lead; Tetra Tech PM/DMP

Corrective action responses documented on checklist/form and/or in email/memorandum

24 hours following receipt of checklist/form

As directed by Tetra Tech PDI Lead and/or Tetra Tech PM/DPM

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead

Field Audit Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead and/or Tetra Tech PDI Lead

Corrective action responses documented on checklist/report and/or in email/memorandum

24 hours following receipt of checklist/report

Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead and/or Tetra Tech PDI Lead

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead; EPA

Laboratory Audit Subcontractor Laboratory

Corrective action responses documented on checklist/report and/or in email/memorandum

48 hours following receipt of checklist/report

Subcontractor Laboratory

GHD Data Verification/ Validation Task Lead; EPA

Project-Specific PE Sample(s)


PE Deficiency Response Report

7 days following receipt of deficiency report


GHD Lab Coordination Task Lead; EPA

Management Review

Tetra Tech Task Leads

Corrective action responses documented in email/memorandum

48 hours following receipt of email/ memorandum

As directed by Tetra Tech Task Leads and/or Tetra Tech PM/DPM




Worksheet #34: Data Verification and Validation Inputs

Item Description Verification

(Completeness)

Validation (Conformance to Specifications)

Usability (Achievement of DQOs and MPCs)

Planning Documents/Records

1 Contract X - -

2 Approved Plans (see Worksheet #29) X - -

3 Field SOPs X - -

4 Laboratory SOPs X - X

Field Records

5 Readiness review checklists/forms X - -

6 Field logbooks/field sampling forms X X -

7 Equipment/instrument calibration and maintenance forms X X -

8 Other field documentation (diagrams, reports, outputs, etc.) X - -

9 C-O-C forms X X -

10 Air bills X - -

11 Change orders/deviations (FCRs) X X X

12 Event reports (QERs/TOTAL) X X X

13 Relevant correspondence X - -

14 Field audit reports X - -

15 Field corrective action reports X X -

Analytical Data Packages

16 Cover sheet (laboratory identifying information) X X X

17 Case narrative X X X

18 Internal laboratory chain-of-custody X X X

19 Sample receipt records X X X

20 Sample chronology (i.e., dates and times of receipt, preparation, and analysis)

X X X

21 Communication records X X X



Item Description Verification

(Completeness)

Validation (Conformance to Specifications)

Usability (Achievement of DQOs and MPCs)

22 LOD/LOQ establishment and verification X X X

23 Standards traceability X X X

24 Instrument calibration records X X X

25 Definition of laboratory qualifiers X X X

26 Results reporting forms X X X

27 QC sample results X X X

28 Corrective action reports X X X

29 Raw data X X X

30 EDDs X X X



Worksheet #35: Data Verification Procedures

Records Reviewed

Required Documents Process Description Responsible Person (Name, Organization)

Field logbooks/ field sampling forms

PDI WP/Subsidiary Plans;SMP/Subsidiary Plans; UFP-QAPP; Field SOPs

Verify records are present and complete for each day of field activities. Verify that all planned samples including field QC samples were collected as outlined in approved plans and that sample collection locations are documented. Verify changes/exceptions are documented and were reported/approved in accordance with project requirements. Verify any required field monitoring was performed and results are documented.

Daily – Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead

Weekly – Tetra Tech PDI Lead

At completion of field activities – Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead

Field equipment/ instrument calibration and maintenance forms


Verify records are present and complete for each day of field activities. Verify all required calibrations were performed and results are documented. Verify changes/exceptions are documented and were reported/approved in accordance with project requirements.




C-O-C forms PDI WP/Subsidiary Plans;SMP/Subsidiary Plans; UFP-QAPP

Verify the completeness of C-O-C records. Examine entries for consistency with the field logbook. Check that appropriate methods and sample preservation have been recorded. Verify that the required volume of sample has been collected and that sufficient sample volume is available for QC samples (e.g., MS/MSD). Verify all required signatures and dates are present. Check for transcription errors.

Daily – Tetra Tech Activity Field Lead; GHD Lab Coordination Task Lead

As part of validation – GHD Data Verification/Validation Task Lead

Other field documentation (diagrams, reports, outputs, etc.)


Verify records are present and complete for each day of field activities as applicable. Verify changes/exceptions are documented and were reported/approved in accordance with project requirements.




Change orders/ deviations (FCRs)


Verify records are present and complete. Verify changes/exceptions are documented and were reported/approved in accordance with project requirements.






Records Reviewed

Required Documents Process Description Responsible Person (Name, Organization)

Event reports (QERs/TOTAL)

PDI WP/Subsidiary Plans;SMP/Subsidiary Plans; UFP-QAPP; Field SOPs; HASP

Verify records are present and complete. Verify events (quality, H&S) are documented and were reported in accordance with project and corporate requirements. Verify any subsequent corrective actions are documented and were approved/implemented in accordance with project and corporate requirements.

Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead; Tetra Tech H&S Lead

Relevant correspondence


Verify records are present and complete for each day of field activities as applicable. Verify changes/exceptions are documented and were reported/approved in accordance with project requirements.




Field audit reports and corrective action reports

PDI WP/Subsidiary Plans;SMP/Subsidiary Plans; UFP-QAPP; Field SOPs; HASP

Verify all planned audits were conducted. Examine audit reports. For any deficiencies noted, verify that corrective action was implemented according to plan.


Laboratory analytical data package

UFP-QAPP; Laboratory SOPs

Verify the data package contains all records specified in the UFP-QAPP. Check sample receipt records to ensure sample condition upon receipt was noted, and any missing/broke containers were noted and reported according to plan. Compare the data package with the C-O-C forms to verify results are provided for all samples. Review narrative to ensure all QC exceptions are described. Check for evidence that any required notifications were provided to project personnel as specified in the UFP-QAPP. Verify necessary signatures and dates are present.

GHD Data Verification/ Validation Task Lead

EDD UFP-QAPP; Laboratory SOPs

Electronic data will be reviewed for consistency with the hardcopy information and electronic data format requirements.

GHD Data Verification/ Validation Task Lead



Worksheet #36: Data Validation Procedures

Data Validator: GHD

The chemical data results obtained during the investigation will undergo a systematic data review to provide assurance that the data are adequate for their intended uses. Data will be managed, reviewed, and verified in accordance with the requirements outlined in the table below.

Analytical Group

[Equivalent Method 1]

Data Deliverable Requirements 2

Analytical Specifications/ Measurement

Performance Criteria

Validation Procedure 3

[Percent of Data to be Validated]

Validation Code 4

Dioxins/Furans

[EPA 1613B]

PDF: Data Package Report (to include all elements specified in Worksheet #29, Laboratory Records and equivalent to EPA Contract Laboratory Program forms/package)

ELECTRONIC: Staged Electronic Data Deliverable (SEDD) Stage 3

Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28

EPA Region 2 Standard Operating Procedures* [SOP HW-25] (https://www.epa.gov/quality/managing-quality-environmental-data-epa-region-2)

Level 4 [1st two data packages per sampling type per event]

then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM

PCB Congeners

[EPA 1668A]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28



then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM



Analytical Group







Validation Code 4

PCBs

[SW-846 8082A]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28

EPA Region 2 Standard Operating Procedures* [SOP HW-37A] (https://www.epa.gov/quality/managing-quality-environmental-data-epa-region-2)


then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM

Pesticides

[EPA 1699]

PDF: Data Package Report (to include all elements specified in Worksheet #29, Laboratory Records, and equivalent to EPA Contract Laboratory Program format as to forms/equivalent and package requirements)


Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28



then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM



Analytical Group







Validation Code 4

Pesticides (TCL)

[SW-846 8081B]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28

EPA Region 2 Standard Operating Procedures*

[SOP HW-35A/HW-22] (https://www.epa.gov/quality/managing-quality-environmental-data-epa-region-2)


then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM

SVOCs (TCL)/PAHs

[SW-846 8270D/ 8270D SIM]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28




then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM



Analytical Group







Validation Code 4

VOCs (TCL)

[SW-846 8260C]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28




then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM

Petroleum Hydrocarbons

[SW-846 8015D]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28

EPA Region 2 Standard Operating Procedures* [HW-24/HW-22] (https://www.epa.gov/quality/managing-quality-environmental-data-epa-region-2)


then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM



Analytical Group







Validation Code 4

Metals

[SW-846 6010C/ 6020A/7471B/7470A; EPA 1631E]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28

EPA Region 2 Standard Operating Procedures* [SOPs HW-3a/HW-3b/ HW-3c] (https://www.epa.gov/quality/managing-quality-environmental-data-epa-region-2)


then

Level 2b [80%]

Level 4 [20%] 3

S2bVEM

S4VEM

Waste Classification (IDW/TCLP)

[SW-846 1311/ 8260C/8270D/ 8081B/8151A/ 6010C/7470A]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28

EPA Region 2 Standard Operating Procedures* [HW-24/HW-22/ HW-44/HW-17/ HW-3a/HW-3c] (https://www.epa.gov/quality/managing-quality-environmental-data-epa-region-2)

Level 2b [100%]

S2bVEM

Waste Classification (IDW/RCRA)

[SW-846 1020B, 9045D, 9014, 9034/9030B, 9095B]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28

Analytical Methodology, UFP-QAPP Worksheets and Best Professional Judgement*

Level 2b [100%]

S2bVEM



Analytical Group







Validation Code 4

TOC, DOC, POC

[SW-846 9060A, Lloyd Kahn]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28


Level 2b [100%]

S2bVEM

SSC

[SM 2540]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28


Level 2b [100%]

S2bVEM

Grain Size/Grain size finer than #200 sieve

[ASTM D6913; ASTM D7928]


ELECTRONIC: Staged Electronic Data Deliverable (SEDD) Stage 2a

Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28


Level 2a [100%]

S2aVEM

Geotechnical Parameters

[ASTM/AASHTO]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28


Level 2a [100%]

S2aVEM



Analytical Group







Validation Code 4

Lipid Content

[Method 1613 Section 2.1.3.1]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, 24, and 28


Level 2a [100%]

S2aVEM

Benthic Community Species Count/ID

[EcoAnalysts SOP]



Worksheets #12, 15, 19, and 24


Level 2a [100%]

S2aVM

1 See Worksheet #23 for laboratory-specific method/amendment designation.

2 Hardcopy data package report will be submitted as a Portable Document Format (PDF) file.

3 The first two packages from a specific type of sampling per event will undergo Level 4 validation, subsequent packages will undergo validation at 80% Level 2b and 20% Level 4. In addition, Level 4 validation may occur at a higher frequency, such as when (1) a Level 2b package showed sufficient issues to warrant further review and/or (2) earlier Level 4 packages revealed analytical problems..

4 Validation codes are as follows (from EPA 540-R-08-005):

S2aVM Stage 2a Validation Manual

S2aVEM Stage 2a Validation Electronic and Manual

S2bVEM Stage 2b Validation Electronic and Manual

S4VEM Stage 4 Validation Electronic and Manual

* Validation of all isotopic dilution methods will follow the 5-times rule for blanks, utilizing the most elevated value in the associated blanks (for estimated or non-estimated values). Validation of all other, non-isotopic dilution methods will follow the 1-times rule for blanks, utilizing the most elevated value in the associated blanks.



Worksheet #37: Data Usability Assessment

Personnel responsible for participating in the data usability assessment will include: GSH Project Coordinator; Tetra Tech PM; Tetra Tech DPM; Tetra Tech QA/QC Lead; Tetra Tech PDI Lead; and GHD Data Verification/Validation Task Lead. The assessment will be conducted using the following steps:

Step 1

Review Project Objectives and Sampling Design

Review key outputs defined during systematic planning (i.e., DQOs, and MPCs) to make sure they are still applicable. Review the sampling design for consistency with stated objectives. This provides the context for interpreting the data in subsequent steps.

Step 2

Review Data Verification and Data Validation Outputs

Review available QA reports, including data verification and validation reports. Perform basic calculations and summarize the data (using graphs, maps, tables, etc.). Look for patterns, trends, and anomalies (i.e., unexpected results). Review deviations from planned activities (e.g., number and locations of samples, holding time exceedances, damaged samples, and SOP deviations) and determine their impacts on data usability. Evaluate implications of unacceptable QC sample results.

Step 3

Verify Assumptions of Selected Statistical Method

Verify whether underlying assumptions for selected statistical method(s) are valid. Depending on the robustness of the statistical method, minor deviations from assumptions usually are not critical to statistical analysis and data interpretation. If serious deviations from assumptions are discovered, then another statistical method may need to be used.

Step 4

Implement the Statistical Method

Implement the selected statistical procedures for analyzing the data and review underlying assumptions. For decisions that involve hypothesis testing, consider the consequences for selecting the incorrect alternative; for decisions that involve estimation, consider the tolerance for uncertainty in measurements.

Step 5

Document Data Usability and Draw Conclusions

Determine if the data can be used as intended, considering implications of deviations and corrective actions. Discuss data quality indicators. Assess the performance of the sampling design and identify limitations on data use. Update the conceptual site model and document conclusions. Prepare a data usability summary report.

Data Quality/Usability

The quality and usability of data obtained during the Project will be determined by examining data review/verification/validation summary reports

and verifying that the sampling procedures and analytical results were obtained following the applicable protocols, are of sufficient quality to satisfy

DQOs, and can be relied upon for their intended use. This evaluation will include checking field logbooks/forms, field procedures, analyses requested

versus analyses performed, data review/verification/validation summary reports, and other QC information. The data assessment will determine



possible effects on the data that result from project requirement failures (i.e., data quality), and their actual adequacy to fulfill the site-specific QA/QC

requirements (i.e., data usability).

Project-specific and/or event-specific DQOs/MPCs will be compared to the data results from the particular field program event to determine if the

requirements were achieved. Efforts to evaluate and verify attainment of PQO/DQO statements will enable data users to understand any usability

limitations associated with project data. Procedures used to assess Project objectives will be in accordance with the appropriate analytical methods,

which were original selected based on ability to meet project goals.

Data qualified as estimated during validation will be utilized during project decisions and reporting, provided that the data meet other Project-specific

DQOs. Data deemed unusuable (i.e., rejected) after validation review will not be used to make project decisions.

When unusually high analytical results are obtained, the results will be evaluated to determine if the results are legitimate or outliers. If an isolated

high result is obtained in a location shown to have lower concentrations of the detected constituent, then the result may be considered an outlier;

however, depending on the intended use of the data, re-sampling may be required to verify the value and/or the sample containing this elevated

result may undergo re-analysis to check for analytical error or homogeneity issues. Statistical calculations may be used to determine whether a

result is a statistical anomaly.

Calculations to be performed during the data quality/usability and DQO/MPC reconciliation include RPD for field duplicate sample pairs, percent of

QC sample results that were considered “acceptable” in regard to DQOs (e.g., what percent of the off-site laboratory analytical results were

associated with precision samples that were within their prescribed limits), and percent complete for project (and as applicable, for specific matrices

or fractions).

Constituent Summation

As applicable, summation of constituents for a specific matrix to provide a “total” result value may be performed as part of data reduction and

analysis. Fractions for which total values representing the sum of individual analytes within the given parameter group include the following:

• Total PCBs as Congeners = sum of 209 individual PCB congener compounds/co-eluting compounds.

• Total PCBs as Aroclors = sum of nine compounds: Aroclor-1016, Aroclor-1221, Aroclor-1232, Aroclor-1242, Aroclor-1248, Aroclor-1254,

Aroclor-1260, Aroclor-1262, and Aroclor-1268.

• Total DDx = sum of both 2,4’ and 4,4’- isomers of DDT, DDD, and DDE.

• Total LMW PAHs = sum of naphthalene, 2-methylnaphthalene, acenaphthylene, acenaphthene, fluorene, phenanthrene, and anthracene.

• Total HMW PAHs = sum of fluoranthene, pyrene, benzo(a)anthracene, chrysene, benzo(b)fluoranthene, benzo(k)fluoranthene,

benzo(a)pyrene, indeno(1,2,3-cd)pyrene, dibenzo(a,h)anthracene, and benzo(g,h,i)perylene.

• Total PAHs = sum of LMW PAHs and HMW PAHs.



The method for calculating these totals will be in general agreement with previously conducted investigations of the Lower Passaic River, and will

be performed as follows:

• Only detected values will be included in the calculation of totals. A constituent that was not detected at the LOD will be considered to have

a “zero” value for the calculation. Detections between the LOD and the LOQ will be considered to have the value of their detected

concentration.

• If all of the individual analytes that make up a given total are non-detect, the total will be reported as the highest LOD of the individual

analytes and will be qualified with a “U” flag to indicate it is a non-detect.

• Totals will only be calculated when all the individual analytes comprising the total were analyzed (i.e., Total DDx will only be calculated for

samples undergoing DDT, DDD and DDE analyses).

• When one or more individual results are qualified as unusable during validation (“R”), the concentration(s) associated with the result(s) will

not be included in the total value.

Totals will be calculated to the following significant figures:

• Dioxins/furans and PCB congeners and will be reported to three significant figures.

• Organics, with the exception of dioxins/furans and PCB congeners, will be reported to two significant figures.

• Inorganics will be reported to two significant figures for values less than 10 and three significant figures for values greater than 10.

It should be noted that the total for PCBs summed using congener data is not generally comparable to the total for PCBs summed using Aroclor

data. These different analytical techniques and quantitation methods respond differently to matrix interference, PCB weathering, and instrument

sensitivity.

Calculating Toxic Equivalency

Toxic equivalency (TEQ) values will be calculated for dioxins/furans and PCB congeners. The sample-specific TEQ values will be calculated using

the updated World Health Organization Toxic Equivalency Factors (TEFs) for dioxins/furans and PCB congeners listed in the June 2008 EPA Report

Framework for Application of the Toxicity Equivalence Methodology for Polychlorinated Dioxins, Furans, and Biphenyls in Ecological Risk

Assessment (www.epa.gov/osa/raf/tefframework). Appendix A provides the list of TEFs for 17 identified dioxins/furans and 12 identified PCB

congeners that will be used in the TEQ calculations. Any co-eluting PCB congeners that contain at least one of the individual congener compounds

listed in Appendix A will be included in the calculation of TEQ values.



Calculating 95% UCL

For evaluating the expected performance of the sediment caps, the collected sediment data will be grouped based on river features, river reach,

geomorphologic features, sediment characteristics, and/or analytical data. Grouped data will be evaluated to identify the degree to which they

represent a parametric or non-parametric model. Then, the appropriate calculations will be employed to determine the 95 percent upper confidence

level of the arithmetic mean (95% UCL) for primary use in the cap isolation evaluation.

The 95% UCL is defined as a value that, when repeatedly calculated for randomly drawn subsets of size n from a population, equals or exceeds the

population arithmetic mean (intended to be used when the individual data points are independent of each other) ninety-five percent of the time. The

arithmetic mean is calculated by adding up all the numbers in a data set and dividing the result by the total number of data points.

GSH will utilize commercially available software (such as the ProUCL program) for calculating the 95% UCL and statistical determinations. ProUCL

is a free software application available from EPA, found at http://www.epa.gov/osp/hstl/tsc/software.htm. ProUCL makes recommendations (based

on data distribution, data set size, skewness, and percentage of non-detect observations) on how to obtain an accurate 95% UCL, including the

most appropriate handling of non-detects. Other software programs may also be utilized to determine statistically significant relationships. If the

utilized program/calculation does not include non-detect handling recommendation, GSH will evaluate, on the case-by-case basis, the most

appropriate handling of non-detects based on the objective of the computation, with the default being use of one-half the quantitation limit.

http://www.epa.gov/osp/hstl/tsc/software.htm



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Appendices

Appendix A – Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (to be provided on CD/DVD)



Appendix B – Inter-Laboratory Comparison Study during Sediment Coring Program

For chemistry-related parameters, including the analysis of:

• Mercury (7471) – comparison between SGS Accutest Dayton and Test America Pittsburgh

• Copper and lead (6010) – comparison between SGS Accutest Dayton and Test America Pittsburgh

• PAHs (8270D) – comparison between SGS Accutest Dayton and Test America Pittsburgh

• Total organic carbon (Lloyd Kahn Method) - comparison between SGS Accutest Dayton and Test

America Pittsburgh

A NIST SRM will be prepared and analyzed by both of the laboratories. Four replicates of NIST SRM 1944

will be performed per laboratory. To further reduce variability, one batch of reference material will be split

between the two laboratories. An inter-laboratory measurement performance criterion of RPD ≤40% will

be used to assess precision between the two laboratories for the NIST SRM.

As there are known matrix interference issues associated with the Passaic River sediment, 30 samples

from OU2-specific sediments will be collected and shipped to the two laboratories for analysis. The samples

will be split after sample collection and homogenization. An inter-laboratory measurement performance

criterion of RPD ≤50% will be used to assess precision between the two laboratories for the site-specific

sediment samples for the above-listed parameters. In addition, as part of this program, five of these

samples will be divided and shipped as field duplicates to the prime laboratory, SGS Accutest Dayton. A

measurement performance criterion of RPD ≤50% will also be used for these field duplicates.

For grain size parameters, including the analysis of:

• Grain size analysis and grain size finer than #200 Sieve (ASTM D6913 and ASTM D7928) –

comparison between Aqua Survey Inc. and HWA Geosciences

As NIST SRM 1944 does not contain this geotechnical analysis, performance evaluation samples of this

type will not be assessed.

To perform the lab comparison for grain size analysis, 30 samples from OU2-specific sediments will be

collected and shipped to the two laboratories for analysis. The samples will be split after sample collection

and homogenization. The 30 sediment samples will be selected from across the span of OU2. Between

15 and 20 of the samples will include a coarse-grain fraction, while the other 10 to 15 samples will consist

of silts/clays. It is more difficult to analyze grain size for coarse-grain samples, so this variety of samples

will serve to demonstrate the range of the laboratories' capabilities. An inter-laboratory measurement

performance criterion of RPD ≤50% will be used to assess precision between the two laboratories for the

site-specific sediment samples. In addition, as part of this program, five of these samples will be divided

and shipped as field duplicates to Aqua Survey. A measurement performance criterion of RPD ≤50% will

also be used for these field duplicates.