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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSolid Waste Transfer Station Part 360 Engineering Report 1 1 � Town of Southold Suffolk County, New York 1 � SOLID WASTE TRANSFER STATION � PART 360 ENGINEERING REPORT � AND PERMIT APPLICATION 1 1 do Dvirka and Bartilucci SEPTEMBER 1993 I I I I I I TOWN OF SOUTHOLD ISUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK I SOLID WASTE TRANSFER STATION PART 360 ENGINEERING REPORT AND PERMIT APPLICATION 1 I I SEPTEMBER 1993 I I I Prepared by: IDvirka and Bartilucci Consulting Engineers Syosset, New York I I I 2392M/9 1027 I ITOWN OF SOUTHOLD SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK ISOLID WASTE TRANSFER STATION PART 360 ENGINEERING REPORT AND PERMIT APPLICATION I TABLE OF CONTENTS ISection Title Page I 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1-1 1.1 Purpose and Scope 1-1 I 1.2 Status of Solid Waste Management Planning 1-2 1.3 Facility Integration 1-2 1.4 General Facility Description 1-3 I2.0 BASELINE SETTING 2-1 I 2.1 Regional 2-1 2.2 Vicinity 2-6 2.3 Site 2-9 3.0 ESTIMATES OF WASTE QUANTITIES AND COMPOSITION 3-1 I 3.1 Solid Waste Quantities and Composition 3-1 3.2 Projected Waste Generation Rates 3-5 3.3 Estimated Residential Waste Composition 3-5 and Characteristics, I 3.4 Town Recycling Efforts 3-13 3.5 Estimates of Waste Quantities to be Transferred 3-13 I4.0 EXISTING OPERATIONS 4-1 I 4.1 Existing Facilities 4-1 4.2 Existing Collection and Disposal Practices 4-6 I 5.0 SOLID WASTE TRANSFER ALTERNATIVES 5-1 5.1 Uncompacted Alternatives 5-1 I 5.2 Compaction Alternatives 5-2 I I I 2392M/9 1027 i I ITABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) ISection Title Page 6.0 PROPOSED DESIGN 6-1 1 6.1 General Facility Description and Location 6-1 6.2 Weighing Station 6-2 6.3 Tipping Floor 6-2 I 6.4 Transfer Vehicle Bay 6-2 6.5 Recyclables Delivery Area 6-3 6.6 Tipping Floor Storage Capacity 6-3 I 6.7 Transfer Trailer Staging Area 6-4 6.8 Transfer Station Office 6-4 I7.0 TRANSFER STATION SYSTEMS 7-1 7.1 Machinery and Equipment 7-1 I 7.2 Facility Drainage 7-1 7.3 Facility Water Supply 7-2 7.4 Ventilation in Enclosed Areas 7-2 I 7.5 Equipment Shelter 7-2 8.0 TRANSFER STATION OPERATIONS 8-1 1 8.1 Scheduled Hours of Operation 8-1 8.2 Facility Signs 8-1 I 8.3 Control of Access and Traffic Flow 8-1 8.4 Waste Monitoring and Handling 8-2 8.5 Storage/Removal of Waste 8-3 8.6 Contingency Plan 8-3 I8.7 Proposed Transfer Plan 8-6 I 9.0 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 9-1 9.1 Facility Supervision 9-1 I 9.2 Operational Records/Reporting 9-1 9.3 Facility Operator Training 9-2 9.4 Monitoring/Inspections 9-2 9.5 Litter Control/Housekeeping Practices 9-3 I9.6 Maintenance 9-3 I I I I 2392M/9 1027 ii I ITABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) ISection Title Page 10.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES 10-1 1 10.1 Geology, Topography, and Soils 10-1 10.2 Water 10-5 10.3 Air 10-10 I 10.4 Traffic 10-12 10.5 Community Services 10-16 10.6 Noise 10-17 1 11.0 FACILITY CLOSURE 11-1 1 12.0 REFERENCES 12-1 I I I I I I I I I I I I 2392M/9 1027 iii TABLE OF CONTENTS ' Appendices Title APPENDIX A Regional and Vicinity Map APPENDIX B Site Plan and Property Boundaries APPENDIX C SEQRA Negative Declaration and EAF APPENDIX D Part 360 Permit Application I I I 1 I 2392M/8 1027 iv I ILIST OF TABLES INumber Title Page 2.1-1 Population by Community 2-4 2.1-2 Projected Populations 2-5 3.1-1 1992 Scale House Waste Categories and Quantities 3-2 ' 3.2-1 Population Projections 3-6 3.2-2 Future Waste Generation Projections 3-8 3.3-1 Residential Waste Stream Compositional Analysis 3-10 I 3.4-1 Tons of Recyclable Materials Collected at Landfill 3-14 3.5-1 Estimates of Transferable Wastes 3-16 1 4.1-1 Southold Town Landfill Equipment Inventory 4-2 I 10.6-1 Average Ability to Perceive Changes in Noise Levels 10-18 10.6-2 Community Response to Increases in Noise Levels 10-19 10.6-3 Common Construction Equipment Noise Ranges 10-20 I I I I I I I I I 1 1 2392M/8 1027 v I ILIST OF FIGURES INumber Title Page Map2-2 2.1-1 Regional I 2.1-2 Location of Communities 2-3 2.2-1 Vicinity Map 2-7 2.2-2 Zoning Map 2-8 2.3-1 Site Plan 2-10 I3-3 3.1-1 1992 Total Waste Stream 3-4 3.1-2 Historical Waste Generation 3-7 I3.2-1 Population Projections 3-12 3.3-1 Calculated Residential Waste Stream 3-18 3.5-1 Monthly Transferrable Waste Generation I4-4 4.1-1 Collection Center Floor Plan 4.1-2 Collection Center Traffic Flow Diagram 4-5 I 4.1-3 Landfill Operations 4-7 4.1-4 1992 Brush and Leaves Quantities 4-8 1 8.6-1 Hospital Emergency Route 8-5 10.6-1 Localized Soil Map 10-3 10.2-1 Vicinity Water Table Contours - 1989 10-6 10.2-2 Location of Monitoring Wells 10-7 I 10.2-3 Special Groundwater Protection Areas 10-8 10.4-1 Major Transportation Routes 10-14 I I I I I I I 2392M/8 1027 vi N n2 1.0 INTRODUCTION The Town of Southold has directed the preparation of this engineering report as part of the Town's effort to increase recycling and to provide for the efficient handling/processing of the waste remaining after reduction/recycling/reuse through the implementation of a transfer station facility. The purpose of this engineering report is to describe and document the proposed transfer station design and operations, to be used for the handling and transfer of residual wastes and household recyclables, as provided for in the Town's Solid Waste Management Plan/Generic Environmental Impact Statement, (as updated) and applicable subparts of 6 NYCRR Part 360. 1.1 Purpose and Scope The Town of Southold proposes through this engineering report to construct and operate a transfer station at the Town solid waste complex to effect the transfer of the waste remaining after further implementation of the Town's resource recovery system. 111 Implementation of the proposed transfer station operations will allow expansion of the current recycling program in the Town, and significantly expedite the handling and disposal of household recyclables and the residual waste expected to be remaining after ' reduction, recycling, and reuse. It is currently proposed that the residual waste will be transferred and ultimately processed at either the Huntington/'Smithtown Resource Recovery Facility or hauled and processed (or disposed of) at a private sector facility. The alternative to the proposed action would be a no-action (i.e., ongoing landfilling or long haul) choice. A no-action alternative, however, is not considered to be acceptable since the Town is committed to compliance with the guidelines and regulations associated with the Long Island Landfill Law, the New York State Solid Waste Management Plan (and its updates) and Act, and the State 40% recycling goal to be achieved by 1997. The decision for providing a transfer station is based on compliance with the aforementioned guidelines and regulations. I r 2504M/9 1027 1-1 I t1.2 Status of Solid Waste Management Planning As a result of the comprehensive State legislative and regulatory actions concerning solid waste facilities, the Town has prepared an initial and updated Solid Waste Management Plan (Plan) in recognition of the need to develop and implement a program that provides a long-term, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible solution for the disposal of solid waste. Measures that have been taken to date in order to achieve full implementation of the Plan include: o A full-time S.T.O.P. program to remove household toxic materials from the waste stream; o A voluntary drop-off and mandatory curbside collection recycling program that currently includes metal cans, plastics, green, brown, and clear glass, batteries, cardboard, newspapers, mixed paper, and waste oil; o Stockpiling of tires and white goods for removal/recycling; and o A small scale yard waste composting operation for less than 3,000 cubic yards of leaves annually. The Town has directed the preparation of this engineering report for a solid waste transfer station as an additional measure necessary for the complete implementation of the Solid Waste Management Plan. In order to facilitate the Plan options which involve the transfer of residual wastes to either the Huntington/Smithtown Resource Recovery Facility or a private sector facility, this following engineering report and associated Part 360 permit application proposes a transfer station for household recyclables and for the waste remaining after reduction, recycling, and reuse. 1.3 Facility Integration A collection center is currently maintained and operated at the Town landfill complex that is utilized to store and segregate recyclables and residential "household" garbage (excluding wood and metal) dropped off by residents. Approximately 2,100 tons of solid waste was received at the collection center in 1992. This collection center currently receives household recyclables collected curbside by collection vehicles as well. On-site roadways lead directly to the collection center from the Middle Road (CR48) entrance. i 2504M/9 1027 1-2 I tThis area is also easily accessible from the weigh station, which currently utilizes dual scales for incoming and outgoing traffic. A comprehensive evaluation of the site and residual waste generation projections I indicate that the most cost-efficient alternative for a transfer station facility for the Town would include the continued use of the existing collection center for residential drop-off of recyclables and household trash, with the implementation of a new building, adjacent to the collection center, to accommodate collection vehicle deliveries of residual waste and household recyclables. This design would eliminate the use of the existing collection center by large collection vehicles. 1.4 General Facility Description The proposed transfer station would involve a new building for collection vehicle deliveries of residual waste and recyclables in the northeastern section of the existing Town landfill complex. A small office building is also proposed to be constructed adjacent to the transfer building. The existing collection center would continue to be used for residential drop-offs of recyclables and "household" waste. The existing main entrance to the landfill, off of Middle Road, would be utilized for all transfer station operations. Residential drop-offs at the collection center would remain unchanged. Residents would continue to be directed by personnel and posted signs to the appropriate unloading area for garbage or recyclables. Residential traffic to the collection center would be separated from the traffic flow of the collection vehicles and transfer trailers to the proposed adjacent Transfer Station. This arrangement would control the process flow and divert unnecessary traffic away from the weigh station. Collection vehicles and transfer trailers would weigh-in at the scales, located directly in front of the main entrance, proceed to the loading/unloading area, and would then be processed at the outgoing scale before exiting. At no point is residential traffic expected to proceed to the weigh station or proposed transfer station. I I I I 2504M/9 1027 1-3 Cl, n 1 O • 1 ' N I 2.0 BASELINE SETTING This section identifies the environmental setting of the Town solid waste complex located on Middle Road (CR48). The description presented below consists of a general overview of the area surrounding the proposed transfer station, against which any changes or impacts resulting from implementation of the transfer station can be evaluated. 1 2.1 Regional The Town of Southold is located in eastern Suffolk County on Long Island as shown in Figure 2.1-1. The Town covers approximately 54 square miles, or 34,600 acres, including Fishers, Plum, and Robins Islands. It is bordered by the Peconic Bays and Gardiners Bay to the south, and the Long Island Sound to the north. The Town, along with the Town of 111 Riverhead to the west, comprises the "North Fork" of the "East End" of Long Island. The Town supports a large agricultural community as well as a seasonal tourist population and a number of weekend/part-time residents. Of the various communities in the Town, the larger residential areas are primarily located in Southold, Cutchogue, Greenport, and Mattituck. Figure 2.1-2 depicts the location of the individual communities found in the Town. Tables 2.1-1 and 2.1-2 present population data obtained from the Long Island Regional Planning Board and the Long Island Lighting Company. Table 2.1-1 includes population calculations for the individual communities in the Town, as well as Suffolk and Nassau Counties. Table 2.1-2 includes projections for the Town, as well as Nassau and Suffolk Counties. LILCO estimates the population in the Town (1/1/92) to be 19,940. Historic homes, structures, and districts of significance are catalogued by the Federal government and listed in the National Register of Historic Places published by the U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service. The following historic resources located in the Town are on the National Register: I I I 2438M/7 1027 2-1 S N s WE me as N all AV M — UN 11111111 e — OR M ON M • • CONNECTICUT• ` NEW _._ d _YORK L4 u 0 la o"''d .416 SOVTHOLD ..:::..:;A.::::;:j1,...:• :-: . .: ::::::.:::.:::-. ".. . :,:.:1!.....: NEW JERSEY k T Y 1 SUFFOLK COUN ' NASSAU 5 0 5 10 15 20 QUEENS r" COUNTY % t 1....1 1 t 1 t ‘� 1 SCALE IN MILES 1 00%":4 ".:: 1 ::Q • act pd STATEN ISLAND drilasslic Qcea,i SOURCE: UPAIASE,,1986 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT dTi-- D„Irka REGIONAL MAP and 0 Bertllucd FIGURE 2.1-1 0Cfelkal.3 MN O illIl WO MI N all ISO AR NS UM IIIIIII ON 1111111 111111111 MR MN MI NS I 1j J \�'S L/TYLE GULL 5 /SLAW0ER/ q oink GREAT GULL P /SL AND 1 dt q, I i ir EA N ARM, _ " --ryeP% ton q' GREENPORr 4 T GA RD/NEHS BAY GREENPORT i5 501, r--'41) p U UN/NCI �1N/L 5 ANU 11 09).----- f 00 599N N G PEGS V4C) BAj • E% K `� G MAU 111- ' 0 �E GU1GNo LITTLE o PECONIC i% REQ BAY m\ lu ' 1\ Z l :—\\ 'o GREAT ROB/NS PECON/C /SLAND BAY TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT Ai LOCATION OF COMMUNITIES a( BarVIucd 4.-ONSx'N(i EN:1MM% FIGURE 2.1-2 I ITable 2.1-1 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD ITRANSFER STATION -ENGINEERING REPORT Population by Community 111 Census Designated Census Census % Change Estimate Estimate Places 4/1/80 4/1/90 1980 - 1990 1/1/91 1/1/92 I Cutchogue 2,404 2,627 +9.3 2,624 2,643 INew Suffolk 384 374 -2.6 366 363 East Marion 658 717 +9.0 714 723 I Fishers Island 318 329 +3.5 339 337 Greenport Village 2,273 2,070 -8.9 2,068 2,059 I Greenport West 1,571 1,614 +2.7 1,610 1,642 Laurel 962 1,094 +13.7 1,101 1,107 Mattituck 3,923 3,902 -0.5 3,907 3,931 IPeconic 1,056 1,100 +4.2 1,056 1,100 Southold 4,770 5,192 +8.8 5,188 5,203 1 Orient 853 817 -4.2 _ 817 820 Total Town of ISouthold 19,172 19,836 +3.5 19,831 19,940 Total Suffolk iCounty 1,284,231 1,321,977 -8.4 1,323,394 1,324,944 Total Nassau County 1,321,582 1,287,348 -2.6 1,287,065 1,285,735 Bi-County Total 2,605,813 2,609,325 +0.1 2,610,459 2,610,679 I Source: LILCO, 1992 I I I 2438M/7 I1027 2-4 I tTable 2.1-2 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION - ENGINEERING REPORT Projected Populations Year Southold Suffolk County Nassau County Bi-County 1995 23,450 1,468,000 1,339,050 2,807,050 2000 24,100 1,527,450 1,336,300 2,863,750 2005 25,100 1,574,250 1,325,000 2,899,250 2010 26,100 1,614,650 1,308,850 2,923,500 L I I Source: LIRPB, May 1987. I I I I I I I I I 2438M/7 1027 2-5 I o Old House (Cutchogue) o Richard Cox House (Mattituck) o Fort Cutchogue Site (Cutchogue) o Greenport Village Historical District o David Tuthill Farmstead o Gildersleeve Octagonal Building (Cutchogue) (Mattituck) o Orient Historic District o Terry-Mulford House (Orient) o Greenport Railroad Station o James Austin Homestead (Flanders) All of these locations have been identified to be outside of a one mile radius of the proposed transfer station site. 2.2 Vicinity 111 The proposed site for the transfer station is located off of Middle Road (CR48), 1 between Cox Lane and Depot Lane at the Town solid waste complex, and is situated in a rural, agricultural area approximately 2.5 miles east of Mattituck, eight miles west of the Incorporated Village of Greenport, five miles east of the Riverhead/Southold Town line, and approximately 5,000 feet south of the Long Island Sound. The vicinity around the site has a relatively light residential density, with much of the surrounding area consisting of farmland. Mattituck Airport is a privately operated facility for propeller aircraft located in Mattituck approximately 2-1/2 miles southwest of the proposed operations. This is the nearest airport in the vicinity of the site, and is located well outside of the 5,000 foot NYSDEC buffer zone required for airports of this type. It also exceeds the 10,000 foot buffer required for airports that accommodate jet aircraft. A vicinity map is presented on Figure 2.2-1, and in Appendix A. The proposed transfer station site is located on the Town's existing solid waste complex in an agricultural-industrial zoned area, with the existing zoning designated as LI (Light Industrial). Directly adjacent to the northern, eastern, and southern boundaries of the landfill is LI zoned land, and LIO (Light Industrial/Office Park) zoned land is located adjacent to the western boundary. Further to the north, south, east, and west of the solid waste complex is A-C (Agricultural Conservation) zoned land. Figure 2.2-2 illustrates the zoning at the complex and surrounding areas. I I 2438M/7 1027 2-6 / s/ 4.,....--'-'713' 3` +..,:Z . Duck P/ �d'.;, � +k. •6�\ \ \~\ 1 .V --: y . . . _ 'J f P/ int '�.. - "� �dOX '' •". / '1'., i o���_ lJ '�!� a ' T \� i\ 6J• r' ' O • %� j7 %i:�� � r� �"* \ ss 30UTHOLD; e� , � s ..��••` ..._:\____" •*: ''.� LANDFILL \ `\ r l� ` \ N ' '74,0 . N N 4.•„:' .17 4,.:'•• . A... ,.. -. \ '���'' �\ ... ,,/,>-'.5°°(.: - . ; i 1 s' !900 • .� \ N ..may ..• `• 56 _� C {�.. . I • L ��ti r�'� ��� N. , ,:`,/7:\------ -(-,-4..\,•'7'.:-••'H,....:ill,• ,' N. '''' . / N'. I•...1, Ai.• ••.., '�. ..•• ACU tCbo a Sta JO ` . 'EUS i•o\ ,/ . /�� N N ' • /� ~'S�cre4• .,e t\. �)•� t0• \\-1-\. � /' / \ PPO f • 1 ''' t.\C e m \ ,•N. 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Q I SCALE IN FEET I o 1000 2000 SOURCE: USGS, MATTITUCK HILLS 8 SOUTHOLD QUADRANGLES TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT I Dvirlca SITE LOCATION MAP IENCINIMS b FIGURE 2.2-1 -R-4 0 . t \ ' :€7'42:7 IR_$� \\...H\ 1 \ , • A-C A F 11111 -_ 30UTHOLD LANDFILL-\ ....j._--.......___71 \ ' _-- i •,::::: \ , \ __ L1O :. /_4,.`t '� _ A-C _1 L >: -__.: \\', A-C i , 1 i :- I :4-2,7;4.: � c---./.. t • L. �ly'-....L_! =__ 1 \. • I - A-C '- ` ._--\ 1 LEGEND IA-C AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION R-40 RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY AA IIR-s0 RESIDENTIAL LOW DENSITY A R R RESORT/RESIDENTIAL ILB LIMITED BUSINESS L I 0 LIGHT•INDUSTRIAL/OFFICE PARK I LI LIGHT INDUSTRIAL SCALE IN FEET800 0 800 1600 ISOURCE:TOWN OF SOUTHOLD ZONING MAP,1889 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT earuucd ZONING MAP FIGURE 2.2-2 c &*.TIfi EN3I®16 1 I 1 2.3 Site The Town has operated a municipal solid waste landfill, small scale yard waste composting, and recycling activities at the solid waste complex in Cutchogue, Suffolk County, New York. The existing Town solid waste complex comprises approximately 61.9 acres (including approximately 17 acres on Town property to the north of the landfill area which is currently used as a mining/borrow area). The Town's complex is located to the north of Middle Road (CR48) along the western side of Cox Lane. It is south of Oregon Road and east of Depot Lane. As such, the complex is located slightly to the west of the center of the Town. Only the entrance to the complex fronts along Middle Road, as indicated on Figure 2.2-1. A site plan of the Town solid waste complex is shown on Figure 2.3-1. The proposed transfer station operations is not expected to adversely affect the existing operations at the collection center for residential drop-offs of recyclables and household waste. The proposed transfer building will be separate and adjacent to the collection center. It will allow collection vehicle deliveries and transfer trailer removal of recyclables and residual waste separate from residential drop-offs. Existing and new on-site roadways will facilitate separate residential and collection vehicle/transfer trailer traffic flow patterns. Electricity to the scale house, storage garage, and collection center is currently supplied by LILCO. NYNEX provides telephone service to the landfill complex at the collection center and weighing station. Water is supplied to the landfill complex by on-site wells. Potable water is present in the collection center and storage garage. The site plan and property boundary maps are provided in Appendix B and on the Engineering Drawings. I I I I I 2438M/7 1027 2-9 i - --,-- vme'47 \:,„ I - \ 1 �\ .-� ----'\\, IZ. EXISTING WRONG AREA 1 s-mess/ _____ r it II 7( 1I', LANDFILL-AREA OVERMEAO - LLECTRIC \' EINE! �� \ /7-- A -_- WASTE OIL //_-_ - STORAGE �V A `a 9 f1113 III .� � CFNTERTION �^ r--_ \.e- ale o WEIGHING • a \ ,• le .o -- '\JI_I_ ,,, C7_,, STATION --,,,i,,p D r STORAGE I ,\� � LEGEND O ��, EXISTING BUILDING ON LANDFILL SITE I/ -- -,-•� EXISTING FENCE LINE ��' EXISTING GROUND WATER 6-Sate+• MONITORING WELL --- - 1� SCALE a MT 700 iTOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT DvIrtea SITE PLAN FIGURE 2.3-1 1 N n W r w i I 3.0 ESTIMATES OF WASTE QUANTITIES AND COMPOSITION This section discusses the current waste generation, composition, and characteristics of the residential portion of the waste stream, which best characterizes the waste that is expected to be transferred. The proposed transfer station will only accept the residual portion of the waste stream and recyclables from commercial collection vehicles delivering recyclables collected within the Town. Therefore, following quantification and characterization of the total waste stream is only discussed in order to characterize and quantify the residual portion of the waste stream. Population data and future solid waste generation projections are also presented through the year 2015. 3.1 Solid Waste Quantities and Composition It is estimated that, on average, approximately 107 tons per day of municipal solid waste was delivered to the Town's solid waste complex during 1992. This estimate is based on the 1992 scale house annual summary which reflects data from January 1, 1992 to December 31, 1992. The total waste tonnage for 1992 was 39,313 tons. Summaries of scale data for 1992 are presented on Table 3.1-1, and are shown graphically on Figure 3.1-1. As shown on Table 3.1-1, the municipal solid waste delivered to the complex is classified by dominant component by the scale house operator into 17 waste categories. Some of these waste categories are identified as outgoing. These outgoing categories are materials which were brought to the complex as source separated materials and were recycled. I Figure 3.1-2 illustrates average monthly waste generation estimates for 1992 based on available scale house data for the total waste stream presented on Table 3.1-1. As shown on this figure, the greatest volumes of waste were received from April through October. ' For the purposes of this document, the analysis of future waste generation projections in the Town will incorporate much of the analyses contained in Section 2.2 of the Town's Solid Waste Management Plan, but will use the 1992 "base" year estimate of 1 107 tons per day for all future waste generation projections. I 0569R/9 1027 3-1 - N I - - SW In N MI - - MI NM mg en M s ! Table 3.1-1 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION-ENGINEERING REPORT Cumulative 1992 Monthly Material Summary (Tons) WASTE CATEGORY JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Total Tons Avg.TPD Brush 214.55 98.84 202.49 953.95 371.35 327.42 249.96 202.33 211.62 247.56 601.17 614.47 4295.71 11.77 C&D 773.66 333.64 532.01 692.56 561.92 604.13 493.73 391.00 428.67 717.43 522.32 636.44 6687.51 18.32 Concrete 61.55 15.43 11.95 40.40 61.80 37.26 43.45 69.16 12.34 41.39 12.95 37.93 445.61 1.22 Landclearing 118.95 64.03 124.11 148.87 123.59 140.50 157.24 84.08 140.11 155.63 168.28 183.60 1608.99 4.41 Rubbish 151.52 144.22 253.75 232.89 198.53 329.59 225.13 190.77 210.58 231.95 202.28 243.5.8 2614.79 7.16 Scrap Metal(outgoing) 48.94 20.00 30.00 40.13 67.64 70.76 30.03 63.66 41.46 100.00 51.44 25.73 589.79 1.62 Tires(outgoing) 11.43 15.00 15.00 26.63 15.00 19.00 21.98 23.86 23.68 15.04 20.00 23.56 230.18 0.63 Agricultural 20.83 12.68 19.00 14.35 0.14 2.89 2.68 11.41 62.70 107.37 267.47 112.57 634.09 1.74 Garbage 926.45 687.60 1139.46 960.59 1197.11 1250.64 1534.92 1518.64 1379.89 1337.19 1464.98 1139.02 14536.49 39.83 Grass 0.00 0.13 2.03 31.66 182.69 191.81 120.54 158.34 123.81 96.18 14.50 0.76 922.45 2.53 Leaves/Mulch 87.25 29.05 107.03 335.86 154.I6 98.03 66.67 47.96 25.70 87.69 988.43 685.49 2713.32 7.43 Sand/Sod 138.93 5.06 46.85 94.82 142.69 75.30 84.00 188.30 151.40 127.59 24.30 199.86 1279.10 3.50 Shellfish 0.20 0.12 0.03 0.00 2.85 14.13 11.85 1.72 2.19 18.60 21.24 3.78 76.71 0.21 Sludge 2.02 0.00 13.19 14.12 3.23 16.81 37.84 49.79 65.02 60.70 35.26 14.58 312.56 0.86 Wood Chips 1.71 9.47 7.60 10.49 26.39 7.64 34.14 23.76 25.52 17.35 18.83 21.20 204.10 0.56 Household Recyclables 119.40 136.66 152.16 154.88 185.94 225.43 189.51 205.66 196.05 195.40 162.44 176.63 2100.16 5.75 Waste Oil 3.56 3.87 3.72 4.51 6.72 4.51 6.28 6.24 5.71 5.89 6.52 3.95 61.48 0.17 TOTAL 2680.95 1575.80 2660.38 3756.71 3301.75 3415.85 3309.95 3236.68 3106.45 3562.96 4582.41 4123.15 3931104 107.71 Source:Town 1992 Scalehouse data i .,i — an N a — N >,■■r — ;i NM I M I I TOWN OF SOUTHOLD Transfer Station-Engineering Report Total Waste Stream (Average % By Weight) 'OTHER: Concrete - 1.0% Garbage 37.0% Sludge - 0.8% Tires - 0.6% Wood Chips - 0.5% Shellfish - 0.2% Waste Oil - 0.2% Household Recyc. 5. Grass 2.3% _ Other* 3,4% r j %'%��//��%�j�/ii!a►irl/iiIIIII 111111 I��IIII 1{''' I�IIIIIIU \\�� \,. Scrap Metal 1.5%Leaves/Mul h 6.9% \ Rubbish 6. 7% Sand/Sod 3.3% Landclearing 4.1% Brush 10,9% Agricultural 1.6% Source: 1992 Town Scale Data C&D 17,0% FIGURE 3.1-1 7111 1 M M MI NE M V 1111111 11111 NM INN IMIN P I N ' I TOWN OF SOUTHOLD Transfer Station-Engineering Report 1992 Monthly Solid Waste Generation (Total Waste Stream) Tons 5000 -/ 4500 4 000 - 3500 - 3000 - 2500 - 2000 - 1500 1000 500 - / / / / / / / / / / / / JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Month Source: 1992 Town Scale Data FIGURE 3.1-2 3.2 Projected Waste Generation Rates Estimates of future waste generation and generation rates are based on population projections. This section discusses population projections and provides estimated future waste quantities for the total waste stream of the Town of Southold. ' The Town, as well as other "east end" Long Island towns, consists of year-round residents and seasonal ("summer season") residents and tourists which cause the yearly population to fluctuate. The "summer season" residents and tourists can cause a dramatic change in population in the Town. Accordingly, estimated seasonal population data has been analyzed along with year-round population data. Table 3.2-1 illustrates population projections through the year 2010 obtained from LILCO estimates and the Long Island Regional Planning Board. The table includes population projections based on year-round ' residents, summer season increase, summer season population, and a '''weighted" population estimate. The "weighted" population estimate factors in the summer seasonal increase in population. Therefore, it represents a more accurate year-round population estimate. ' Figure 3.2-1 shows this dramatic population variation, including year-round population estimates, summer seasonal increases, summer season population estimates, and a ' "weighted"population estimate. ' Table 3.2-2 illustrates future waste generation projections for the Town's total waste stream. This table projects future waste generation based on population increase ' and a 0.70% annual increase in the per capita waste generation rates. Future total waste generation in the Town is expected to increase from 107.7 tpd in 1992, to 134.2 tpd in 2000. ' A 0.70% annual increase in the per capita waste generation rate is based on the assumption that New York State's anticipated waste reduction goal (8% to 10% by 1997) is met and there is a continued increase in per capita generation rates (1.5% to 2% annually). 3.3 Estimated Residential Waste Composition and Characteristics ' Section 3.1 discussed the Town's total solid waste generation quantities and characteristics. This section discusses on the composition and characteristics of the residential portion of the Town's solid waste stream, since this classification most closely ' approximates the compositional characteristics of the residual portion of the waste that is expected to be handled at the transfer station. 0569R/9 1027 3-5 I ITable 3.2-1 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD ITRANSFER STATION - ENGINEERING REPORT Population Projections* I Estimated Summer Yearly Summer Season 'Weighted" Population Season Population Population Year Estimate Increase Estimate Estimate I1992 19,940 10,000 29,940 23,273 I1995 23,450 10,000 33,450 26,783 I 2000 24,100 10,000 34,100 27,433 I2005 25,100 10,000 35,100 28,433 2010 26,100 10,000 36,100 29,433 I 2015** 27,100 10,000 37,100 30,433 I I * Based on LILCO's 1992 estimates and May 1987 Long Island Regional Planning Board population projections. Includes Fishers Lsland. I ** Extrapolated using average projected population growth from 2000 to 2010. I I I I I 0569R/9 I 027 3-6 all 1 IN 11111 11111 11111 NM 1 NB OM M N 11111 NM N E E EN TOWN OF SOUTHOLD Transfer Station-Engineering Report Population Projections * Population Estimate (Thousands) 40 , 30 / 20 .,;;..> . . .......... 0 1992 1995 2000 2005 2010 Year Yearly Pop. Summer Increase ::: Summer Pop. "Weighted" Pop. • Based on LILCO 1992 estimates & May 1987 LIRPB pop. proj. FIGURE 3.2-1 iTable 3.2-2 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION - ENGINEERING REPORT Future Waste Generation Projections (1989-2015) Total Waste Stream (Includes Land Clearing and C&D Debris) 1992 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 ' "Weighted" Population 23,273 26,783 27,433 28,433 29,433 30,433 Estimate Constant Per Capita Generation Rate 1 9.26 9.26 9.26 9.26 9.26 9.26 Increasing Per Capita ' Generation Rate 9.26 9.45 9.79 10.13 10.49 10.87 Maximum Tons per year 2 39,313 46,194 48,995 52,583 56,364 60,348 Maximum Tons per day 107.7 126.6 134.2 144.1 154.4 165.3 Notes: 1 1. Based on 1992 Town's scale data for the total waste stream (includes land clearing and C&D debris), and weighted population estimates. ' 2. Based on increasing per capita generation rate (0.70% annually) and increase in population 1 I I ' 0569R/9 1 027 3-8 I ' Composition and characterization information was initially obtained from a May 1989 field solid waste compositional analysis. This data was used in conjunction with scale house data presented in Section 3.1. Local and national available information was considered in determining the Town's calculated residential waste stream material component breakdown (excluding land clearing and C&D debris). Table 3.3-1 presents the Town's calculated residential composition of waste and a detailed material component breakdown. The table is based on actual 1992 landfill scale data (average tons per day), and a field solid waste compositional analysis performed in rMay 1989. As shown, Column 1 presents the results obtained from the 1989 field compositional analysis of "household" waste (% by weight). Column 2 applies the results in Column 1 to the average tons per day of "garbage" received at the landfill based on 1992 scale house data. Household recyclables received at the drop-off area were added to ' the garbage category to represent the residential waste composition prior to recycling. In Column 3 are the various applicable residential scale house data waste quantities and characteristics used for adjustments for Column 2. Column 4 presents the average tons per day, and Column 5 illustrates the corresponding percent by weight for the residential waste stream. The following listing and Figure 3.3-1 summarizes the calculated percent by weight of the major material component categories for the residential waste stream shown on Table 3.3-1. Residential waste stream % by weight excluding Material Component land clearing and C&D debris Paper 29.1 Plastics 6.5 Food 10.5 Ferrous Metals 6.9 Nonferrous Metals 1.3 ' Batteries 0.1 Glass 5.4 Wood 5.1 ' Rubber 2.1 Other & Fines 3.7 Yard Waste 20.4 Bulky Waste 3.4 Misc. 5.1 TOTAL 100%* *Totals may not add to exactly 100.00% due to rounding. 0569R/9 1027 3-9 1 IITable 3.3-1 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION - ENGINEERING REPORT IResidential Waste Stream Compositional Analysis Before Recycling* II Col. 1 Col. 2 Col. 3 Col. 4 Col. 5 Landfill "Household" "Garbage" Scale Data Waste Category* Adjustments Totals IIMaterial Components % by wt. Avg. TPD Avg. TPD Avg. TPD Avg % by wt. Paper Newspaper 8.96% 4.08 4.08 6.38% II Corr/Brown Bag 8.82% 4.02 4.02 6.29% Other 23.03% 10.50 10.50 16.42% Subtotals 40.81% 18.60 18.60 29.09% Plastics 9.16% 4.18 4.18 6.54% rFood 15.34% 6.99 6.99 10.53% Ferrous Metals 4.94% 2.25 2.25 3.52% I Food Cans na na White or Enameled na 2.15 2.15 3.36% Subtotals 4.94% 2.25 2.15 4.40 6.88% Nonferrous Metals 1.81% 0.82 0.82 1.28% IIBatteries na na 0.04 0.04 0.06% Glass 7.60% 3.46 3.46 5.41% I Wood Other Wood na na 2.15 2.15 3.36% Stump/Tree Sect. 2.41% 1.10 1.10 1.72% Subtotals 2.41% 1.10 2.15 3.25 5.08% IRubber na na 1.35 1.35 2.11% Other & Fines 5.24% 2.39 2.39 3.74% II Yard Waste Yard Waste 5.56% 2.53 2.53 3.96% Leaves na na 7.43 7.43 11.62% Grass Clippings na na 2.53 2.53 3.96% I Brush/Branches LIA na 0.56 0.56 0.88% Subtotals 5.56% 2.53 10.52 13.05 20.41% Bulky Waste na na 2.15 2.15 3.36% IMisc. 7.121% 3.25 3.25 5.08% TOTALS 100.00% 45.57 18.32 63.93 100.00% II * Includes Household Recyclables received at drop-off center, and outgoing tires and scrap metal. II II I/ 0569R/9 11 1027 3-10 Table 3.3-1 (continued) TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION — ENGINEERING REPORT Residential Waste Stream Compositional Analysis Notes: na: information not available Col 1: ' Based on the results obtained from a one week field solid waste compositional analysis of the "household" portion of the residential waste stream performed by Daneco, Inc. for the H2M Group for the Town of Southold in May 1989. Col . 2: Based on the Town of Southold 1992 landfill scale data, average daily tons of "Garbage" applied to the results obtained in Col . 1, to obtain an average tons per day by material component breakdown for the Town's residential waste stream only, excluding C&D and land clearing debris. Household Recyclables collected in 1992 were added to obtain the Town's residential waste stream before recycling. ' Col . 3: Based on the Town of Southold 1992 landfill scale data, average daily tons of the ' material component categories as follows: Lead Batteries = 0.04 tpd: 100% to Batteries Brush = 0.56 tpd: 100% to Brush Grass2.53 tpd: 100% to Grass Leaves/Mulch 7.43 tpd: 100% to Leaves Tires = 0.36 tpd: 100% to Rubber Rubbish = 7.16 tpd: 30% to Wood — Other 30% to Ferrous Metal — White or Enameled 10% to Rubber 30% to Bulky Waste Col. 4: ' Col . 2 + Col. 3 Col. 5: Percent of Totals in Col. 4 11 I ' 0569R/9 1027 3-11 1111111 us lie sue IIIIII as IIIII us 1111111 am ion Ns MI En as sin TOWN OoF SOUTHOLD Transfer Station-Engineering Report Residential Waste Stream (% By Weight) Paper 29.2% Plastics 6.5% ��,/,,, �,. ; %,� , ,,„, / !// ,;; ' %/ P'/// / Other & Fines/ 8.8% !��aullllll���lil ....---=--." hi Misc. Food 10,5% =_____M-4 0,5% — Bulky waste 3.4% Batteries 0.1% \ Ferrous Metals 6.9% Nonferrous Metals 1.3% Yard Waste 20,5% Glass 5,4% Mil 1 Wood 5.1% Rubber 2.1% Source: 1992 Town Scale Data & 1989 Composition and Characterization Survey (H2M, 1989) FIGURE 3.3-1 I 3.4 Town Recycling Efforts Use of the residential drop-off area at the collection center is free. Materials currently being accepted for recycling include: o Metal containers o Newspaper 1 o Plastic containers o Bulk metal o Glass (brown, green, clear) o Waste oil 1 o Automobile batteries o Clothing o Tires o Leaves and light brush o Household hazardous waste o Household batteries o Cardboard o Mixed paper (other than cardboard) The Town has implemented a mandatory curbside recyclable collection program. Residents are required to separate green, brown, and clear glass, plastic (HDPE #1 and 2), tin and aluminum (commingled), newspaper, and cardboard. Collections of recyclables from customers are currently performed once every other week. Deliveries of recyclables from carters are currently accommodated at the bi-level drop-off station near the collection center, and do not interfere with current public drop-off practices at the landfill. Types and amounts of recyclables received at the ' landfill site during 1992 are shown on Table 3.4-1. Processing of these recyclables occurs outside of the Town. Brush and branches from both commercial and residential drop-offs are processed into woodchips by the Town Highway Department. All recyclables received at the collection center are reused, recycled, or processed outside of the Town. 3.5 Estimates of Waste Quantities to be Transferred As previously stated, approximately 39,313 tons of solid waste was delivered to the Town's solid waste complex during 1992. This includes items that are not expected to ' require transfer as part of the proposed transfer station operations, specifically items such as C&D, land clearing debris, recyclables, and white goods. Therefore, the amount of ' waste that would be processed through the transfer station would be significantly less than the estimated total waste stream delivered to the complex. Additionally, the amount to I 0569R/9 1027 3-13 11111 1 11111 1 I 11111 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 1 Table 3.4.1 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION - ENGINEERING REPORT 1992 Monthly Recycling Totals (tons) .110_z. March AREil hkY 2M112i v. 22g, T l Household Recvclinq Glass Clear 20.97 21.95 23.33 24.69 31.35 32.25 40.13 38.81 34.52 30.94 27.23 26.28 352.35 Brown 3.00 2.66 2.90 5.00 6.00 6.25 4.32 4.45 4.31 3.38 3.09 4.00 49.85 Green 11.21 8.54 12.92 7.53 13.34 13.65 19.46 20.10 17.37 14.09 12.62 12.88 163.67 Plastic 7.48 5.80 5.56 6.85 12.11 10.54 9.77 14.10 13.00 9.21 8.18 12.46 113.06 Cans 9.56 10.27 13.70 14.03 16.35 18.75 13.37 14.48 10.53 12.82 14.39 12.20 160.55 Newspaper 36.38 62.50 64.35 58.49 63.89 98.33 64.70 66.26 72.58 75.31 53.07 59.52 775.78 Cardboard 12.86 6.81 10.01 14.79 11.15 17.16 11.66 18.74 13.55 14.43 10.19 14.81 159.16 Car Batteries 1.33 1.33 1.33 0.25 1.00 0.25 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.08 11.29 HH Batteries 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 4.50 Mixed Paper 16.46 16.55 17.81 23.00 30.50 28.00 24.60 27.22 28.58 34.22 28.15 13.83 309.95 Household total 119.40 136.66 152.16 154.88 185.94 225.43 189.51 205.66 196.05 195.46 162.44 176.83 2100.16 Other Recvclinq Leaf Mulch 1.67 1.50 52.91 216.74 187.71 154.21 91.74 39.92 159.78 157.53 36.47 8.70 1108.88 Scrap Metal 48.94 20.00 30.00 40.13 67.64 70.76 30.03 63.66 41.46 100.00 51.44 25.73 589.79 Tires 11.43 15.00 15.00 26.63 15.80 19.00 21.98 23.35 23.68 15.04 20.00 23.56 230.13 Clean Wood 7.12 9.79 14.24 7.25 13.04 5.65 4.82 3.82 3.27 11.30 31.07 8.13 119.50 Brush Compost 13.44 10.92 0.61 5.96 25.30 15.46 7.08 22.28 81.63 10.78 17.05 27.07 227.58 Waste Oil (tons) 3.56 3.87 3.72 4.51 6.72 4.51 6.28 6.24 5.71 5.89 5.52 3.95 61.48 Other Total 86.16 61.08 116.48 301.22 315.41 269.59 161.93 159.78 315.53 300.54 162.55 87.15 2337.41 Grant Recycling 205.56 197.74 268.64 456.10 501.35 495.02 351.44 365.44 511.58 495.94 324.99 263.17 4437.57 Total Recycling in 1992 = 4,437.57 tons 0569R/9 1027 I be transferred would be further reduced through the Town's yard waste composting and S.T.O.P. programs. The portion of waste to be transferred after reduction, recycling, and reuse is difficult to predict due to uncertainties involving public participation rates in the Town's recycling programs. Based on 1992 scale house data and current recycling in the Town, Table 3.5-1 presents estimated amounts of wastes that could be expected to be received at the site of the transfer station in both 1992 and 1995. Only the "garbage" category from Table 3.1-1 is expected to comprise the residual waste stream. Recyclables collected in the household recycling program are also expected to require transfer. Based on the future projections presented on Table 3.2-2, the expected quantities for transfer in 1995 are also presented. As a result of the continued operation of the residential drop-off area for household waste in the existing collection center, and continued mandatory source separation, the estimates of wastes to be transferred contained on Table 3.5-1 are expected to decline. However, for planning purposes it is expected that approximately 40 tons per day of residual waste will require transfer based on 1992 data, increasing to 47 tons per day in 1 1995. It is expected that recycling levels will continue to increase in the Town, and thus the amount of transferable residual waste will decrease to some degree. 1 Scale house data indicates that approximately 5%, or 2,100 tons, of the Town's total waste stream was recovered from households for recycling in 1992. Approximately 47% of the total waste recycled in 1992, was either dropped off by residents or collected curbside by carters (2,100 tons). Therefore, it can be assumed that, on average, approximately 5.8 tpd of recyclables would be received at the transfer station building upon start-up, and approximately 6.3 tpd of recyclables in 1995 (assuming the Town achieves the same 12.6% residential recycling rate). These materials will also require transfer. Therefore, on a annual basis, a total of approximately 46 tons per day of residual waste and household recyclables combined will be processed through the transfer station upon start-up. This could increase to 53 tons per day in 1995. Based on an average of 15 to 20 tons per transfer trailer, approximately three to four trailers, on average, would be expected to enter/exit the transfer station each day. However, since household recyclables are not expected to be removed each day, the quantity of transfer trailers required on most days will actually be less. I 0569R/9 1027 3-15 I ITable 3.5-1 ITOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION -ENGINEERING REPORT 1 Estimates of 1992 ITransferrable Wastes* 1 Residual Landfill Percent of Total Waste Average i Category Waste Stream (tons) Tons/Day f Garbage 37 % 14,536 39.82 IRecyclables _i % 2.100 5.75 Total 42 % 16,636 45.57 1 1 Estimates of 1995 Transferrable Wastes** I Residual Landfill Percent of Total Waste Average Category Waste Stream (tons) Tons/Day IGarbage 37 % 17,092 46.82 IRecyclables _5 % 2.310 6.33 Total 42 % 19,402 53.15 I I I * Based on Garbage Category expected to be transferred on Table 3.1-1, and household recyclables collected in 1992. ** Based on Garbage Category expected to be transferred on Table 3.1-1, household I recyclables collected in 1992, percent of total waste stream, and projected future waste generation rates on Table 3.2-2. I 0569R/9 1 1027 3-16 1 Scale data for 1992 indicates that a maximum of 50 tons per day of residual waste could be expected to require transfer during peak periods (July). This corresponds to approximately three transfer trailers. The minimum periods would experience approximately 25 tons per day (February), and would require approximately two transfer trailers. Scale data for 1992 indicates that a maximum of 8 tons per day (June) of household recyclables were collected. This corresponds to less than one transfer trailer per day. The minimum periods would experience approximately 4 tons per day (January). I Figure 3.5-1 illustrates the monthly generation of residual waste (garbage category) and household recyclables received at the complex in 1992. Also illustrated is the total daily volumes of waste expected to be transferred based on 1992 data. When residual waste and household recyclables are combined, a minimum of 29 tons per day (February), and a maximum of 59 tons per day (July) would require transfer. This corresponds to a range of two to four transfer trailers that can be expected during minimum and peak periods, respectively. I I I I 1 I I I I 0569R/9 1027 3-17 amp gm ri i all w NO w OM R r psi m — um mg MOB TOWN OF SOUTHOLD Transfer Station-Engineering Report Monthly Transferrable Waste Generation Tons per day 1 0111.1111111111r 11011 ,Illillpll!,,ai ,101111 /11111 I ... 400„40:141064. / 80 as - 41 :44tfeee Alb ......._.. 40 -' 35 - .91114411111111r 30 - 26 20 a — JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Month MI Hhld. Recyclables l Residual Waste IIIIIIIIII Total Source: 1992 Town Scale Data FIGURE 3.5-1 i I I 0 0 2 I o I A I I I I 1 1 I I I I I I I I I I 4.0 EXISTING OPERATIONS This section describes the existing solid waste management practices and the current status (summer 1993) of existing solid waste operations in the Town of Southold. 4.1 Existing Facilities As of mid 1993, the Town owns and operates a solid waste complex that receives virtually all of the municipal solid waste generated and disposed of in the Town. This includes municipal solid waste from residential, commercial, institutional, agricultural, and industrial sources. Table 4.1-1 presents an inventory of the equipment currently maintained at the complex in Cutchogue. The Town's existing solid waste complex is comprised of a number of areas that accommodate the site's various operational needs. These areas include: o Weigh station o Collection center o Permanent household hazardous waste containment facility o Voluntary recycling center o Bi-level drop-off station for bulk deliveries of recyclables o Waste oil storage o Yard waste composting area o Landfill area o Tire stockpile area o White good (household appliance) stockpile area o Land clearing debris areas o C&D debris areas o MSW areas o Borrow/mining area o Perimeter fencing/natural buffer zone. 2505M/5 1027 4-1 1 Table 4.1-1 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION - ENGINEERING REPORT Southold Town Solid Waste Complex Equipment Inventory I International Tractor Mower Air Compressor #4218 Brockway Truck Tractor Welder #71-560948 Homemade Trailer Steam Cleaner Royer Hydrostatic Shredder Air Grease Pump 510B Payloader Dodge Ram 50 Pickup H9OE Payloader Caterpillar 816B Compactor Caterpillar D-60 40 Yard Roll-Off Container (J.C.I) Brown Bear Cub w/Compost Auger 40 Yard Roll-Off Container w/Compartments Steco Trailer Mack Dump Truck Steco Trailer Generator 55 kW Komatsu 4-1/4 yd. Payloader Fork Lift Attachment W.H.O. Tub Grinder GMC Water Truck* Note: I • *Available from Town Highway Department Source: Southold Department of Public Works 1 1 I 1 I I 1 2505M/5 1027 4-2 I On-site roadways lead to the collection center upon entrance from Middle Road (CR48). Town residents are currently directed before reaching the weigh station by signs and Town personnel to a roadway accessing the collection center. The collection center is utilized to temporarily store recyclables and residential "household" wastes, and is located to the south of the household hazardous waste containment facility and east of the bi-level drop-off facility for collection vehicle deliveries of recyclables. At present, there are bins at the collection center for metal cans, plastics, green, brown, and clear glass, mixed paper, and cardboard. Additionally, inside the collection center there are residential drop-off areas designated for batteries, newspapers, and clothing. The floor plan and traffic flow diagrams for the existing collection center are shown on Figures 4.1-1 and 4.1-2, respectively. I The Town constructed the bi-level drop-off station for the expected increase in bulk deliveries of recyclables as a result of the Town's mandatory recycling program that was implemented in early 1991. It is located to the west of the collection center, and consists of five containers situated below grade. They are currently used to store metal cans, plastics, and green, brown and clear glass. Additionally, a larger container is used to store newspapers and cardboard to the north of the collection center behind the waste oil storage area. Residential waste, exclusive of wood and metal, is brought inside the collection center where it is unloaded by the residents into one of two open top transfer trailers situated in a lower level, drive through loading tunnel. This "direct-dump" transfer operation allows for an efficient operation that can be utilized with minimum rehandling of wastes. The Town's S.T.O.P. program (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) utilizes an initial collection point for drop-off of hazardous materials inside the collection center. These materials are then transferred daily to the permanent containment facility situated adjacent to the collection center. Waste oil brought to the site by residents is deposited in a storage tank located to the north of the collection center which, when full, is picked up by a licensed NYSDEC waste oil collector. I I 2505M/5 1027 4-3 iiii N n all MI 11111 — S S — e N I OM S N SS i 111111 No....--_ al, -00„„...----:- 1001 00„.� 100 501 H I' I 45 OPEN TCJP TRAIL ERST •____---. --_,-___,.____ DOWN RAMP i... ________ Irl ! I— — — — — -4-1---- DOWN RAMP CaloCRETSORA/N I . P" �t L/R�NG E lm GRADED AREA o mo- . -1 0r-I-- ---i- .._l__ _____- --f.+- --- -+ .-I- �-- + ----_. 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OF£/G m HOUSEMOLQ E �" BATTERY SHOP LL .•• 2)rg PROP OFF • AREA .1 _ 141 5� ;. �. ..- 141 ! ? j ,__________--- -'12.18"I-BEAMSQARAGE' I N RESIDENTIAL DROP OFF t 2—cL .. -i AREA FOR RECYCLABLES 201 �� 20' .•r 201 1.04 231 w 601 ^ 3-1/21 _ 100' ., APPROXIMATE SCALE:111=20' TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT 1 MMus band EXISTING COLLECTION CENTER FLOOR PLAN FIGURE 4 1-1 CONSU&T.p B.OIHP16 • UR 111111 Mill IIIIII IIIIII llIl NM MI11 ell MIII III MIK 1111111 MO Sill MO Nal all IIIIII I' +\ PROPERTY L/NE i \ FENCE LINE �+� Y\ WASTE O/L STORAGE \ � ':_x. 1 , \'\ \ TRAFFIC FLOW FOR DROPOFF/ WSTORAGE OF RES/DENT/AL ' 7 ' '-• \ HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE / \ \ i) \'' 1 1 \\li \ TRAFFIC FLOW FOR / \( \ / --- \ \ HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS ` L' RECYCLABLES WASTE CONTAINMENT OF RECYCLABLES CUTCHOGUE FACILITY \ \ 0 ��LANDFILL MAIN \I II 1 \ ENTRANCE ENTRANCE/EX/T FOR 45' \' ) INCOMING OPEN-TOP TRAILER _ \ ,\ \ RES/DENT/AL _ TRAFFIC \ \ \ \ NII • \... � ` O 1 B/-LEVEL DROP-CFF \ . r J STATION FOR RECYCLABLESN, (5 CONTAINERS) COLLECTION \\ V......,EX/ST/NG . IICENTER \ f� \ \ L/LCD TOWER ••\ {\ / / \oi, \• RES/DENT(ALA \ EXIT __-__..c.,,,____---- \ \ \ \\ O \ \\ 1 l' :\. ENTRANCE/EX/T FOR 45� ` INooMI RGIp� T�� \ OPEN-TOP TRA/LER \ J SOMME / �* \ \ XVEIGHING \l` \ \ \ I STATION ��/ \ \ \ I / � � �� \ Gcc / , /, SCALE I =100 ' / �T �Ei Go��g / j j TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT 11 dand, Dvidca EXISTING TRAFFIC FLOW PATTERNS )) B��tllucd FIGURE 4.1-2 I Application was made to NYSDEC on April 10, 1990 for approval of a small scale yard waste composting operation of less than 3,000 cubic yards of leaves. State approval was granted on May 2, 1990, and composting operations have been underway at the site since then. Brush is disposed of at a designated location at the complex. A tub grinder is used to process the brush, reducing the volume requiring disposal, as well as producing a marketable commodity in woodchips. Approximately 4,296 tons of brush were received at the solid waste complex in 1992. Major household appliances (white goods), and tires are stockpiled for removal at separate sections of the landfill. Municipal solid waste, land clearing debris, and construction and demolition debris each have two separate areas for disposal at the landfill. Figure 4.1-3 illustrates the location of current operations, and Figure 4.1-4 presents the monthly total of brush and leaves received at the solid waste complex in 1992. 4.2 Existing Collection and Disposal Practices 111 Collection by Town permitted carters is available for residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial customers on an individual contract basis. Commercial, institutional, and industrial waste generators can deliver their own wastes to the landfill provided they are licensed by the Town. These generators are subject to the same tipping fee as carters. Carters pay by the axle (wheel) on an annual basis. The two largest carters that use the complex are the North Fork Sanitation Service (approximately 3,500 households), and the Mattituck Sanitation Company (approximately 1,500 households). These two carters both utilize four to five 21 yard packers with 30 to 60 yard roll-offs. There are several other small carters that use the complex on a regular basis (Monday through Saturday). On the average, residential pick ups are performed twice a week. Inspection of wastes delivered to the complex is achieved in two ways. Private vehicles are initially screened at the gate house before proceeding to the active landfill area or the recycling center. At the residential area of the complex, employees inspect I I 2505M/5 1027 4-6 � /% o 7 :- �, oE—NppAp �� LA ❑ q ,, 0• / \ N Q \ • PLANNED �� LANDFILL -- \ AREA \\ V\ I\ I \\ VA,.i 4 vvv0 \fs \\ on4EN4 Aim Q,\ I I { \ T1 ' I i \ # / '': _ _- i�� CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS ` \ /" _--- - I�� AND MUNICIPAL \ ❑ ))) - _ ��� /// �� SOLID WASTE �� Ic-.3 = = LAND Cl ARING DEBRIS. �� I FORMER CONQT TION DEBRIS, \v \ �� COMPOSTING AREA fOAA D AS AREA \ LV� x�OD ASN) \����� I FORMER •I SCAVENGER �I ' _ I \ WASTE LAGOONS 4� I v I�/ A\ \ MUNIGIPAL 'GOTIVE G OVERMCAO �\ duo LAPOrkj.iao �i+ii Rlc ��" 1 w) I , 'j'' ATE ( / SW) v ---- \/r\ — i!_ •\ WASTE�IL \ 111 / I\ I �// / . \ lTORA \\ A D`CLEARING .-\--- � �p �(� AUTI�MOiILES ;1� \ -'C[NT[RT10N G �U-' \' \ /, o wENwINE � �V v 1_O0- i� ' li STATION STORAGE �� D GARAGE G-=��/� � \\ y R0, �' \ a ,,`=b o „� Q NT \ ICC* Q)', I \ t � 1 II , NORTH o�.® TOWN OF SOUTH LD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT I Mirka CU))7.114...xd...... LANDFILL OPERATIONS MAP FIGURE 4.1-3 ail S 111111 INS M SO In MB IN MIN NM gis 111111 MP I 1MIR TOWN OF SOUTHOLD Transfer Station-Engineering Report Brush & Leaves-1992 TONS 1800 -/ 1600 _ / / 1400 1200 1000 / 800 600 , 400 //, Air Air Air� "'A 200 N !aul , 0 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC MONTH \\\\ BRUSH LEAVES Source: 1992 Town Scale Data FIGURE 4.1-4 I deposited loads as they work. Similar inspection is provided at the recycling center. Town licensed carters are screened when they arrive at the weigh station, and equipment operators and laborers inspect loads as they are deposited for evidence of out-of-Town or hazardous materials. The following presents a brief description of the local solid waste ordinances, regulations, and laws in the Town. Carter Permits: A Town permit is required for a carter to collect any form of solid or scavenger waste in the Town. An application with all required information must be submitted to the Town by the carter. Residential Permits: Residents are allowed unlimited use of the landfill complex with a permit. Permits can be purchased at the Town Clerk's office. Permits may be revoked by the Town Board after notice and hearing for violations. 111 Use of Landfill: Only licensed carters with permitted waste vehicles and Town residents can use the landfill. A per load fee is charged to residents owning a noncommercial vehicle of less than one ton capacity which does not possess a permit. A per load fee is placed on single axle trucks without a permit. Double axle trucks without a permit are charged by the load. Penalties for Offenses: Violations are punishable by a fine and/or by imprisonment. Any person committing an offense is subject to a civil penalty enforceable and collectible by the Town. Littering is prohibited everywhere in the Town. I I I I I 2505M/5 1027 4-9 11 was O 0 � N I 5.0 SOLID WASTE TRANSFER ALTERNATIVES This section identifies various transfer station equipment and operations that were evaluated. Although some of the alternatives discussed are not viable options for the Town, they are mentioned to present a comprehensive overview of current transfer station facility options. 5.1 Uncompacted Alternatives An uncompacted waste transfer facility is similar to the operations that currently exist at the Town's collection center. This type of transfer system can provide a simple operation with minimal rehandling of wastes. Payloads, however, are generally lower than transfer systems utilizing compaction equipment. On the other hand, equipment and operational requirements are typically much lower than compacting transfer systems. Direct Dump A direct dump transfer facility would closely model the current operations at the Town's collection center, and would require the least amount of equipment and personnel. A direct dump operation requires two levels. The upper level is utilized for unloading, while open top transfer trailers are situated in a lower level tunnel or trench. This is currently how residents utilize the existing collection center for delivery of household waste. Collection vehicles utilizing a transfer station of this type would typically back into position for unloading directly into the open top transfer trailers. Most small tonnage direct dump transfer stations would not require a tipping floor for collection vehicle unloading. However, if the Town implemented a facility of this type, it would require a receiving area, or backup transfer operation, to accommodate an efficient process flow during peak receiving times and to provide for an alternative transfer arrangement during facility downtime. This type of facility can typically handle a few hundred tons per day (tpd) provided that an additional unloading area is continuously available for collection vehicle unloading. To the extent that the receiving area is not extensively needed through proper design of the direct dumping area, this transfer facility provides an efficient, cost-effective, operation that potentially requires no rehandling of 111 wastes. I 2506M/8 1027 5-1 I Tipping Floor 1111 An open top transfer trailer and tipping floor arrangement can be used on a one or two-level floor arrangement. The trailer loading area can be located on the same floor of the collection vehicle unloading area, or tipping floor, or it can be situated in a trench. Depending on the facility design, and available equipment, transfer stations of this type can typically handle in excess of 1,000 tpd. Unlike the direct dump transfer station, tipping floor arrangements separate Icollection vehicle unloading from transfer trailer loading operations. This facilitates unloading procedures without the necessity of a transfer trailer being in position. However, additional equipment is required and solid waste handling and operational costs are increased when compared to a direct dump transfer station. Pit tPit type transfer stations are typically the most effective for high volume operations that handle in excess of 2,500 tpd. This type of facility requires three levels consisting of an upper level for unloading of collection vehicles into an intermediate (pit) level, where refuse is typically compacted by a bulldozer, and is subsequently loaded into an open top transfer trailer at a lower level by bulldozer, and/or knuckleboom loaders. If tippers are available at the final destination point, top loading transfer trailers without unloading mechanisms can be utilized, and can typically accommodate payloads up to 26 tons. If unloading mechanisms are required, open top transfer trailers with live bottom (walking) floors, hydraulic rams, or chain drags can be used and can typically facilitate payloads of up to 22 tons. This type of transfer station, however, would not appear to be a cost-effective alternative to the Town as a result of the excessive equipment and construction costs. 5.2 Compaction Alternatives Compaction technologies provide efficient, cost-effective handling of solid waste flows ranging from a few tons, to a few hundred tons per day. Typically refuse is unloaded into a chute, or hopper, by a payloader, or collection vehicle. Loose wastes are then directed to a "charging box" located within the compactor that is situated below the I 2506M/8 1027 5-2 I 1 chute or hopper. This system requires a two-level floor arrangement in most cases. The compactor is typically attached to a closed receiving vessel such as a roll-off container, or a transfer trailer. Depending on the compactor, compaction can take place in either the receiving vessel or the compactor, or both. Roll-Off Typical compactor/roll-off systems use a compactor rated under 5 cubic yards, with closed roll-off containers of approximately 40 cubic yard capacities. Due to the limitations of roll-off container capacities, payloads in these units typically are under 10 tons, and are not viable options for a transfer operation above 50 tpd unless several process trains are incorporated. This type of system could provide for an effective means of transferring the Town's residual waste as proposed for the transfer station facility. However, compactor/roll-off transfer systems rely upon tipping and gravity for unloading, which in itself, can be considered additional refuse handling operations. Ejection Container Ejection containers are similar to roll-off containers except they utilize a hydraulically operated blade for unloading as opposed to relying on tipping and gravity. These containers generally have slightly larger capacities than roll-offs. Typically, these containers have capacities that range up to 50 cubic yards and can accommodate payloads of up to 14 tons. I Transfer Trailer Compactor/transfer trailer systems are adaptable transfer systems that can provide efficient transfer for long-haul and large tonnage operations. This type of transfer station generally utilizes compactors larger than 8 cubic yards, with trailers of approximately 65 cubic yard capacities. Typically, payloads can range up to 18 tons, while the use of aluminum and larger volume trailers can further increase legal payloads. The use of trailers in a transfer operation also provides compatibility with most facilities for refficient multistation transfer operations. I 2506M/8 1027 5-3 I This type of transfer facility remains a viable option for the Town, that could potentially utilize a two-level transfer station building at the solid waste complex. Implementation of a compactor/transfer trailer station at the Town's complex would require a new building that would incorporate a chute(s) or hopper(s), compactor(s), closed off trailer(s), tipping floor (receiving area), and possibly additional equipment (i.e., payloader(s)) for the rehandling of the waste. Push Pit/Transfer Trailer Compaction push pit/transfer trailer systems, similar to compactor/transfer trailer systems, are generally used for large capacity transfer stations. A major advantage, however, is the inherent storage capacity the push pit can provide during peak receiving times. Push pits are constructed of steel or concrete, and typically use a hydraulic blade to push the refuse (dumped directly into the pit), into a compactor situated below the open end of the pit. The backup storage area the pit provides virtually eliminates the necessity of rehandling solid waste. Construction and equipment costs, however, are significantly greater than for other transfer operations. Trailer Compactors Self-contained transfer trailers with compaction devices provide efficient transfer operations with minimal solid waste handling. Typical arrangements allow refuse to be dumped directly through an opening in the trailer roof. An ejection blade is used to compact the refuse toward the rear of the trailer accommodating payloads of up to 18 tons. Facilities can be designed to accept solid waste dumped directly into the compactor ' trailer from the collection vehicles. Similar to open top/direct dump transfer stations, however, collection vehicle unloading is not separate from loading and transfer operations for this scenario, which can result in delays of unloading procedures as the transfer trailer fills up, and as the loaded trailer leaves the loading bay and an empty trailer replaces it. This would most likely necessitate the use of a tipping floor or receiving area to efficiently manage the solid waste process flow, which in turn, would call for additional loading equipment. This transfer system remains a viable option for the Town, but would result in a significant equipment expense. I I 2506M/8 1027 5-4 I 1 Balers Baling technologies can be incorporated into a wide array of transfer station designs. Baled waste allows for easier and cheaper shipment and handling, and more efficient temporary storage characteristics due to a reduced volume (up to 40%) and less odor generation. These machines generally use hydraulic rams to compress refuse, which is then tied with steel wire or strapping. Typically, solid waste bales are approximately SO cubic feet in volume, and can range up to 3,500 pounds in weight. Baling facilities can typically be used in transfer stations processing refuse at a rate of up to 3000 tpd. I A receiving floor or pit is almost always needed for baling operations in order to facilitate collection vehicle unloading procedures. Payloaders are typically used to transport refuse to a conveyor belt that discharges the solid waste to a chute or hopper leading to the baler. The baler then compresses the solid waste and ejects a tied bale. In addition to the payloaders, conveyor belts, and balers necessary for the initial processing operations, additional equipment is needed to load the bales onto transfer trailers. Forklifts, forked payloaders, or skid steer loaders are often used to pick up and ' load bales. Flatbed trailers are generally utilized for baling operations due to the low trailer tare weight and resulting higher payload. Flatbed trailers can typically accommodate payloads of up to 25 tons. Baling technologies could work well for the Town and remain a viable option; however, evaluations would have to be made to determine if the final processing facility has the capability to accept baled wastes. I I I I I 2506M/8 1027 5-5 N n 6.0 PROPOSED DESIGN ' This section presents the transfer station design proposed for the Town of Southold solid waste complex. This design is the preferred alternative based on cost, waste ' quantities requiring transfer/processing, siting constraints, and other factors. 6.1 General Facility Description and Location The proposed transfer station will be of the two-level design discussed in Section 5.1.2. This arrangement will separate collection vehicle unloading from transfer trailer loading operations, and will allow for unloading procedures on the tipping floor without the necessity of a transfer trailer being in position. The transfer trailer area will be located in a trench, allowing household recyclables to be deposited in trailers/roll-offs by ' collection vehicles, and residual waste to be loaded into open top trailers by payloaders. A small office building will also be constructed adjacent to the new transfer building. The proposed transfer building will measure approximately 75 feet by 50 feet. Waste will be deposited on the tipping floor by collection vehicles, and loaded into transfer ' trailers situated below grade by payloaders. Recyclables can be loaded into a second transfer trailer, or roll-offs, situated parallel to the first transfer trailer through doors in ' the side of the building. A facility plan is presented on Engineering Drawing G-3. The facility plan includes proposed on-site traffic flow. The proposed transfer building will be located at the complex adjacent to the west of the existing collection center, and is not expected to adversely affect the existing ' operations at the collection center for residential drop-off of recyclables and household waste. However, the bi-level drop-off area for carters delivering recyclables will no ' longer be used, since all carters will use the proposed new transfer station building. A small office will be constructed between the new transfer building and the collection center. The site plan and boundary maps are presented in Appendix B and on the Engineering Drawings. 1 5787R/3 1027 6-1 6.2 Weigh Station ' The existing weigh station is located approximately 300 feet west of the complex entrance, and will be used during transfer operations, specifically for weighing arriving and departing commercial collection vehicles and outgoing transfer trailers. Access to the residential collection center is to be provided by a separate access road located before vehicles reach the weigh station. Residential vehicles will be diverted at this point to the residential collection center. Commercial collection vehicles will be required to pass over the scales before proceeding to the transfer building by means of a roadway separate ' from the residential collection center. 6.3 Tipping Floor ' The proposed concrete tipping floor will measure approximately 50 feet by 50 feet, and will be accessible by motorized roll-up doors in the south side of the transfer building. Collection vehicles will pull into the transfer building and deposit their loads onto the tipping floor. The tipping floor will be bordered on the east and north sides by eight foot high concrete push walls. On the west side, adjacent to the transfer trailer bay, will be a four foot high concrete wall. Waste will be dumped over this wall by payloader into the transfer trailers, which will be at a slightly lower elevation. A hinged steel plate ' will be fastened to the concrete wall that can be raised against the transfer vehicle to prevent waste from falling into the transfer vehicle bay between the trailer and the wall. Two floor drains will be installed within each of the entrances to the tipping floor bays to intercept runoff before it can leave the transfer building. There will be a slight ' slope of approximately 2% from the north side of the tipping floor toward the floor drains to prevent standing water. The floor drains will be connected to an underground tank for off-site disposal of the collected tipping floor runoff. 6.4 Transfer Vehicle Bay The transfer vehicle bay will be situated along the west side of the transfer building, adjacent to the tipping floor. The transfer vehicle bay will measure approximately 22 feet wide by 50 feet long and, unlike the tipping floor bays, is equipped with motorized roll-up ' doors on both the south and north ends. The transfer vehicle bay is at an elevation approximately seven feet below the tipping floor to facilitate loading by payloader of the 5787R/3 1027 6-2 open top transfer trailers. Transfer trailers will pull or back into the transfer vehicle bay from the trailer staging area to be loaded. When loading is complete, trucks will leave the transfer vehicle bay and return to the staging area where the trailers are to be securely covered before transport. Floor drains will be installed at each end of the transfer vehicle bay to prevent ' runoff from leaving the transfer building. The floor drains will be connected to an underground tank for off-site disposal of the collected vehicle bay runoff. The floor of the bay will have a high point in the approximate center to facilitate drainage toward the two drains and prevent standing water. 6.5 Recyclables Delivery Station The exterior western wall of the transfer building will be equipped with two 20 feet wide by 19 feet high motorized roll-up doors for the delivery of recyclables collected by carters. These doors will allow access from the exterior of the transfer building to the ' transfer vehicle bay, where roll-offs or a second transfer vehicle could be positioned alongside the residual waste transfer trailer being loaded from the tipping floor. A one ' foot high truck wheel curb will be installed along the recyclables delivery station to facilitate access by collection vehicles, and to prevent storm water from entering the ' transfer vehicle bay. The recyclables delivery station is expected to eliminate or reduce collection vehicle traffic in the area of the existing collection center, which is to be used solely for residential vehicle drop-offs. 6.6 Tipping Floor Storage Capacity r At no time during normal operations will solid waste be stored overnight within the ' proposed transfer building. Solid waste will be transferred daily to the Huntington/Smithtown Resource Recovery Facility in an average of between two and four transfer trailers each day. However, in the event of an emergency situation that temporarily interrupts transfer operations, the tipping floor would be adequate to temporarily store anticipated waste volumes. Additional emergency storage could be provided by positioning a transfer trailer in the transfer vehicle bay. I 5787R/3 1027 6-3 6.7 Transfer Trailer Staging The transfer trailer staging area will be used by trailers waiting to be loaded, and by loaded trailers that are to be covered before transport. Based on residual waste and 1 household recyclables estimates contained in Section 3, only between two and four transfer vehicles are expected each day. 6.8 Transfer Station Office ' A new transfer station office building will be constructed with the proposed transfer building. The proposed transfer station office will be located between the transfer station building and the collection center. The transfer station office will be supplied with electricity and telephone service. The office will contain storage areas for all transfer operation records, facilitate record keeping activities, and will serve as a first aid station. The office will contain male and female sanitary facilities, discharging to a new subsurface disposal system. 1 I 1 1 i 1 1 5787R/3 1027 6-4 ' V ' 7.0 TRANSFER STATION SYSTEMS ' This section describes the various support services and equipment that will be used in transfer station operations. 7.1 Machinery and Equipment The proposed transfer operations would require the following equipment to process the Town's waste: 111 o Payloaders ' o Scale ' In addition to the above equipment, transport vehicles would be required. These vehicles are expected to be trucks with open top trailers for hauling loose residual waste and recyclables. It is anticipated that one or two payloaders will be used during transfer operations. As collection vehicles deposit waste on the tipping floor, a payloader will pass over the waste to provide compaction, and push the waste into specified areas to keep an area of the tipping floor clear for collection vehicles, A second payloader, if necessary, will load waste into the transfer trailer parked in the transfer vehicle bay. The existing scale at the complex weigh station will be used by both transfer trailers and collection vehicles. The weigh station is located approximately 350 feet from the complex entrance. Existing payloaders owned by the Town Department of Public Works will be used to load the trailers. 7.2 Facility Drainage Facilitydrainage will consist of floor drains in the transfer building, and existing g g ' drainage swales located at the complex. The tipping floor will be equipped with floor drains at the entrance to each bay. A slight grade will direct runoff from the tipping floor toward the floor drains and prevent standing water. The transfer vehicle bay will also be equipped with similar floor drains at each end. These floor drains will discharge to a ' 5788R/4 1027 7-1 1 holding tank for disposal off-site. A high point in the approximate center of the bay will direct runoff toward the drains and prevent ponding. These drains will also prevent storm water runoff from entering the transfer building. Storm water runoff from outside the building will drain to existing drainage swales along access roads and eventually recharge to groundwater. The roof of the transfer building will also be equipped with gutters and downspouts. Existing sanitary facilities at the complex discharge to an on-site wastewater disposal system consisting of a septic tank and leaching field. In addition, the new transfer station office will be equipped with both male and female sanitary facilities that will discharge to a new on-site subsurface disposal system. 7.3 FacilityWater Supply uPP Y Water is provided to the complex by on-site wells. The transfer building will be ' connected to the water supply at the site. In addition, a water truck and a 500 gpm well (not used for potable water) are available at the complex for fire protection and other watering. 7.4 Ventilation in Enclosed Areas The covered and enclosed areas of the transfer station will include the tipping in floor 1 and transfer vehicle bay. These areas will be ventilated by six motorized roll-up doors in three sides of the building, which are expected to provide ventilation. In addition, the transfer building will be equipped with exhaust fans to induce an exchange of air within the building. The roll-up doors will be used for access to the tipping floor and transfer vehicle bay, and are expected to be open during transfer operations. 7.5 Equipment Shelter 111 The majority of the equipment expected to be used for the operation of the transfer ' station will be stored inside the transfer building and protected from vandalism and weather conditions. Transfer trailers remaining on-site after transfer operations are completed, if necessary, will be covered and parked in the trailer staging area. The scale is also located outdoors, with electronic controls located in the enclosed weigh station office. There is also a storage garage located at the complex that could be used for additional equipment storage if required. ' 5788R/4 1027 7-2 1 • I 8.0 TRANSFER STATION OPERATIONS This section describes the proposed operation of the transfer station, including traffic flow, waste handling, and record keeping procedures. 8.1 Scheduled Hours of Operation The receipt and transfer of waste at the proposed transfer station will be performed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Loading and unloading procedures will be performed during these hours. Loaded vehicles will be prohibited from remaining on-site for more than 24 hours, exclusive of Sundays and holidays. 8.2 Facility Signs aci ty S gns The main entrance gate is the only access to the complex and the transfer building. Signs for the resident collection center, accessed by a separate roadway, are located before the weigh station, so that only authorized vehicles pass over the scale. A sign directing collection vehicles and transfer vehicles to the scales and the transfer building access road would be installed at the main entrance. In addition, signs notifying collection vehicles of acceptable waste would also be posted at the main entrance gate and transfer ' building. Before the scales, at the entrance/egress road to the residential drop-off center, a sign will be posted directing all trucks to continue to the scales. Only residential vehicles will be permitted on the entrance/egress road to the collection center. After the scale, a sign reading "Town of Southold Solid Waste Transfer Station" would be posted at the entrance/egress roadway of the transfer station. A similar sign would be added at the main entrance gate to the complex. 8.3 Control of Access and Traffic Flow The existing complex entrance off CR 48 will provide access to the transfer station, yard waste composting facility, and existing collection center. This entrance will be closed and locked at the end of each day's operations. While all vehicles using the acomplex will share this common entrance, once inside the complex, traffic flows will be efficiently and safely separated. The entire solid waste complex is enclosed by a chain link fence, with the only access provided by the main entrance off CR 48. ' 5789R/4 1027 8-1 1 There are four general types of vehicles that will access the landfill complex. These are passenger vehicles, small cargo pickups and vans from residents and private carters, packer (collection) vehicles, and transfer trailers. Approximately 200 feet within the complex entrance, residential vehicles using the collection center are directed by signs to ' the collection center entrance/egress road that intersects the main entrance road before the weigh station. These vehicles use the same route when leaving the collection center, and do not approach the weigh station at any time. If residential vehicles approach the weigh station by mistake, they are directed to the collection center by landfill personnel before they reach the scales. After start-up of the transfer station, recyclables collection vehicles will no longer use the collection center area, making it safer for residential vehicles. Transfer trailers, collection vehicles, and trucks utilizing the transfer station and the rest of the complex will be directed by signs to the weigh station, where they will pass over the scales. Collection vehicles will be directed to the transfer station by signs and by the weigh station operator, while transfer trailers will be directed to the trailer staging area. The transfer station and staging area will be accessed by a separate entrance/egress roadway located immediately after the weigh station. Residential vehicles will not be able to inadvertently access the transfer station roadway since they would have to first pass the weigh station. This will limit the common use of on-site roadways by public and commercial vehicles to an approximately 200 foot section of the entrance roadway. 111 8.4 Waste Monitoring and Handling All vehicles (except residential drop-off) depositing waste at the complex are currently weighed at the weigh station upon entering and leaving the complex. This operation accounts for all waste entering and leaving the complex. r The transfer station operations will accept only household and commercial waste. Industrial waste, infectious waste, and asbestos will not be accepted at the transfer station, and signs will be clearly posted indicating that these wastes are not accepted. Transfer station personnel will be instructed on how and when to inspect loads as they are dumped on the tipping floor for any signs of unacceptable waste. Unauthorized waste detected after delivery is to be isolated and disposed of in accordance with contingency plan requirements contained in Section 8.6 of this document. I 5789R/4 1027 8-2 Recovery of solid waste in the Town is currently accomplished through a combination of voluntary and mandatory recycling programs, depending on the material. Mandatory participation in the curbside collection program is currently required for the recovery of green, brown, and clear glass, metal and aluminum cans, newspaper, plastic, and cardboard. Voluntary recycling at the collection center exists for all of the above items, including mixed paper, waste oil, tires, and white goods. Brush and leaves are also recycled into wood chips and compost at the complex and given away free to farmers and residents. Household hazardous wastes are also collected for proper disposal at the Town's permanent STOP facility. The proposed transfer station operation will also facilitate the collection and transfer of recyclables collected curbside by carters. These recyclables will be deposited through specially designed doors in the west side of the transfer building into roll-offs or directly into a transfer trailer. Residual wastes deposited on the tipping floor will have already been subject to the Town's mandatory recycling program. Therefore, the proposed transfer station will facilitate both the transfer of residual waste and source separated household recyclables independently. 8.5 Storage/Removal of Waste 111 Adequate storage for incoming solid waste at the transfer station is provided as discussed in Section 6.6 of this document. All solid waste is expected to be loaded into transfer trailers and removed from the transfer station each day. However, if transfer operations are temporarily interrupted, in accordance with Part 360-11.4(m), at a minimum all putrescible solid waste would be removed from the transfer station weekly. In addition, the tipping floor and transfer vehicle bay would be broom swept weekly, at a minimum, to ensure the removal of all solid waste at the site. 8.6 Contingency Plan This section outlines the contingency plan for the transfer operations for emergency situations and periods of inoperation or delays in transporting solid waste. I I 5789R/4 1027 8-3 1 Fire Safety In the event of a fire in the transfer building, the Cutchogue Fire Department and the Emergency Coordinator are to be notified immediately. Transfer operations personnel are to access water supplies through hose connections at the transfer building, or from the water truck available at the complex. The landfill Superintendent would act as Emergency Coordinator, and would interact with responding agencies during any emergency at the transfer operation. Telephone service is available in the transfer office and the weigh station. Emergency telephone numbers of the emergency coordinators will be posted in the transfer office and weigh stationas as well as the following: Cutchogue Fire Department 734-6333 Southold Police Department 911 Eastern Long Island Hospital 477-1000 NYSDEC Region 1 751-7900 Eastern Long Island Hospital is located in Greenport, approximately 11 miles from the solid waste complex. A hospital emergency route is presented on Figure 8.6-1. The hospital emergency route will follow CR 48 east to Route 25 to Greenport. Unauthorized Waste Trucks containing unauthorized waste will be turned away from the transfer station. In the event unauthorized waste is unloaded at the site, this waste is to be confined and isolated for removal. Upon identification of this waste, the Emergency Coordinator would be notified immediately. Once this waste is isolated, routine transfer operations will continue as normal. This waste is to be removed as soon as practicable by an individual authorized to transport such waste to an appropriate disposal facility, and is not to remain Ion-site for a period in excess of 90 days after identification. The State is to be notified of each such incident through normal reporting procedures or earlier, if appropriate. Dust/Odor/Vectors Dust control is not expected to be a significant problem at the site, since access roadways and the staging area will be paved. However, the hose connections identified earlier in this Section under Fire Safety are to be used to suppress dust generation on-site by wetting down appropriate areas of the facility, as necessary. 5789R/4 1027 8-4 MI IIIIIII AM V 101I M 111111 111111 S INS NI MINI MN ND IIIIIII MI MN M „,.� EASTERN LONE ISLAND 1 D 4 HOSPITAL 'r:t • ,‘.:./ ....:17--.117-:7't• • 1 .�i4#i 1 i ce_-.,.46?--_,,._ ,. !--',.'1 +�,. ,�cnrollll. - ,- ,opil ..„,„„.,7,--,,11,4 lit ifin..„.. ~ L ~moi r•Pa XV 1,• ^_� r/ % � t G' '• - ''�'4 '• .moi►. i fi'/`~••~� i •wi' V' ^ ' . _i�•C`"• .}'� • r� -• - i_i'•a '% ..46 2 �u ... —.� A". .% j 4'0.t .y `•♦'_\ • l.f L o j‘i�'-. • \�.-.4-% t.r .17.''''''''• \ .,k Jnr i, 4( •(''-/ \• - `1.• _ :..j -.4- ' i 1.'1;1 '::: y�• �� � / •`',-;. ..' I ti`•.. • ` ♦ ,iOUTNOLD •�.+:.. ` . i , .-a..Z4' ' \,°'�°�7 n• > / �• _ -- a ,. `.S. , , J i ry 'LANDFILL 1. 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However, in the event that odors become apparent, the removal of stored wastes, in addition to broom-sweeping the pit floors, is to be performed more frequently. Vectors are to be controlled through the housekeeping procedures and litter control measures identified in Section 9.5 of this document. If seagulls become a nuisance at the site, overhead wires can be placed at strategic locations throughout the site as a mitigation measure. However, this is not expected to be necessary since previous and current operations at the site have not experienced this problem. In addition, the transfer building is to be completely enclosed and is not expected to present a bird feeding problem or allow the escape of any waste. Equipment Breakdown Payloaders are the only major equipment used in transfer operations. In the event of equipment breakdown, the transfer operations are to continue with the use of a single payloader. In emergency situations, waste is to be stored on the tipping floor overnight until arrangements are made to obtain a second payloader, or make repairs. The tipping floor is expected to be adequate for short-term emergency storage due to the relatively small daily waste volumes expected for transfer. However, in the event ' of a severe emergency, possibly involving the disposal facility's ability to accept waste, additional emergency storage could be provided by positioning a transfer trailer in the transfer vehicle bay, or by storing waste in covered trailers in the trailer staging area, ' until emergency disposal arrangements can be made. 8.7 Transfer Plan The proposed transfer plan will involve the daily loading and transportation of residual solid waste to the either Huntington/Smithtown Resource Recovery Facility for waste-to-energy processing or a private sector facility for ultimate processing or disposal. It is estimated that approximately two to four trailers, on average, would transport solid waste received at the transfer station each day to the receiving facility or site. 1 I 5789R/4 1027 8-6 I y 1 ME I I I I I I I I I I I I I I r 9.0 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE 9.1 Facility Supervision Town personnel are to be on-duty during operation of the transfer station. In addition, a site supervisor would be on-site during the entire working day. Personnel will be qualified and have the necessary licenses required by local, State, and Federal regulations. Access to the site is to be controlled by personnel at the weigh station. Any vehicles detected to contain unauthorized waste will be turned away. The complex tcurrently has suitable fencing and locking gates to prohibit unauthorized entry to the site during periods of facility closure. Furthermore, additional signs will be provided at the entrance gate, as discussed in Section 8.2 of this document. 9.2 Operational Records/Reporting Operational records will be maintained at the transfer station office and will include daily logs of the quantity, origin, and destination of all incoming and outgoing wastes. In addition, annual reports will be submitted to the NYSDEC within 60 calendar days of the anniversary of the transfer station's operating permit. This report will contain a summary of the items contained in the daily logs, in addition to a summary of the weight or volume of each type of material recovered (if applicable), and a description of any changes in operations that have taken place within the previous year. Any records or data used to support or develop the information contained in the Part 360 permit application, and any information pertaining to the construction of the transfer station (if applicable) will be kept on-site throughout the active life and postclosure period of the facility. Furthermore, records pertaining to transfer station operations are to be kept on-site for a period of 7 years following the date those records are made or are required to be made, whichever is later. Records of monitoring information and all reports supporting the permit application will be kept on-site for a period of 7 years from the date of measurement or issuance. Monitoring information will include the date, place, and time of measurement; the name of the individual performing the measurement; date of analyses; analytical techniques used; and the results of the analyses. Additional monitoring information would be made available upon the request of the NYSDEC. I 5790R/3 1027 9-1 I 9.3 Facility Operator Training All operations at the proposed transfer station will be performed under the direction of the site supervisor who will have the knowledge of on-site operations and machinery, and have completed a relevant NYSDEC approved course of instruction in solid waste management procedures. If the site supervisor has not already obtained a certificate of attendance from NYSDEC for an approved course, then the supervisor will attend and complete the course within 12 months from his/her date of employment. 9.4 Monitoring/Inspections Unauthorized waste will be restricted from the transfer station through appropriate signs at the entrances to the site, and through visual inspection by personnel at the scale and unloading areas. All personnel involved in processing waste at the site will be trained to identify unauthorized waste, and carry out the appropriate measures as identified in ' Section 8.6, Contingency Plan. If the waste is discovered prior to unloading, these vehicles may be turned away. If the waste is discovered after it has been unloaded, it will be isolated and removed as soon as practicable by an individual authorized to transport such waste to an appropriate disposal facility, but not in excess of 90 days after discovery. The NYSDEC will be notified of each such incident. The transfer station equipment and machinery will frequently be monitored and inspected for malfunctions, wear, operator errors, and spills or discharges that may cause an impact on the environment or public safety, in a manner acceptable to the NYSDEC. Any identified hazards revealed by the inspections will be promptly removed. If a potential hazard is imminent, or has already occurred, remedial action will be taken immediately as well as reporting, as appropriate, to applicable regulatory agencies. All inspections will be recorded and kept on-site for a period of 7 years from the date of inspection. Items to be addressed on such records include the date and time of inspection, name of the inspector, description of procedure for inspection, identification of structure or equipment inspected, results and conclusions of the inspection, and the date and type of remedial actions or repairs required, if applicable. I I 5790R/3 1027 9-2 I 9.5 Litter Control/Housekeeping Practices On-site personnel will routinely monitor the entire site of transfer station operations, removing any blowing papers and litter. Any on-site litter will be contained inside the perimeter of the complex by existing perimeter fencing. All entering collection vehicles and departing transfer trailers will be required to adequately cover or confine any waste to prevent the release of dust, blowing paper, and litter. 9.6 Maintenance The transfer station and transfer vehicles will be cleaned by wash down or other ' appropriate methods to prevent odors and vectors. Transfer vehicles will be cleaned as appropriate, while the transfer station will be cleaned daily. All on-site equipment and machinery will be properly maintained so as to prevent equipment failure to the maximum extent practicable. Monitoring and inspection of the site and associated equipment and machinery will be performed in accordance with Section 9.4 of this document. Shelter for mobile equipment maintenance and repair is currently available on-site. On-site roads and all entrances to the site will be paved and kept passable and safe in all conditions. Sanding or other appropriate measures will be taken when ice occurs. Facility downtime will be minimized through the implementation of the measures ' contained in the contingency plan, presented in Section 8.6 of this document. I I I 5790R/3 1027 9-3 I y 1 � o a. 1 1 • I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ' 10.0 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS AND MITIGATION MEASURES The proposed transfer station is necessary for the complete implementation of the Town's Solid Waste Management Plan, which proposes to discontinue existing landfilling at ' the Town's solid waste complex. Impacts related to the proposed transfer station are expected to be temporary and short-term in nature. Commitment of irreversible and irretrievable resources as a result of this project are also expected to be minimal. Mitigating measures are available and will be used as necessary to minimize the effects of any short-term impacts. No potential impacts have been identified which are not expected to be satisfactorily mitigated. The possible adverse short-term impacts and expected beneficial long-term impacts of the proposed action and proposed mitigation methods are discussed in this section. 10.1 Geology, Topography, Soils ' The solid waste complex and the adjacent property overlays approximately 1,200 feet of unconsolidated glacial deposits. In general, the soil and gravel deposits in and around the proposed transfer station area are well drained and permeable. High soil percolation rates are desirable to prevent excessive water runoff from the site, and ponding is not expected to occur during heavy rains. ' The topography in the Town is largely the result of pleistocene glacial activity. The extreme southern parts of the Town are characterized by gentle slopes, although there are some bluffs in the vicinity of Nassau Point and Indian Neck. The central portion of the ' Town, including the area of proposed transfer station operations, is located on gently sloping outwash plains resulting from glacial melting. The site of the proposed transfer ' station is at an elevation of approximately 50-55 feet above mean sea level. ' The general soil association found on the site of the proposed transfer station facility is described below. ' o Haven-Riverhead Association: Deep, nearly level to gently sloping, well drained, medium texture soils in outwash plains. This area is good for farming ' and development. High water table areas are a limitation for nonfarm use. This soil underlies most of the Town. I 2618M/6 1027 10-1 I IA localized soil map of the existing landfill, proposed transfer station site, and surrounding vicinity, is shown in Figure 10.1-1. The map shows that there are seven I specific types of soils that exist on the site, namely, HaA-Haven Loam (0 to 2 percent slopes), HaB-Haven Loam (2 to 6 percent slopes), Man-made Land, PIA-Plymouth Loamy I Sand (0 to 3 percent slopes), PIB-Plymouth Loamy Sand (3 to 8 percent slopes), PIC-Plymouth Loamy Sand (8 to 15 percent slopes), and RdC-Riverhead Sandy Loam (8 to 15 percent slopes). Haven Loam and Plymouth Loamy Sand are the predominate soil Iassociations found on the site of the proposed transfer station. Both of these soil associations are characterized by deep, well drained soils where the hazard of erosion is Islight. Descriptions of each of the seven soil associations are as follows: I * 1. HaA-Haven Loam (0 to 2% slopes). These soils are deep, well drained and medium textured, and are mostly nearly level generally found on outwash plains. They were formed in a loamy or silty mantle over stratified coarse sand I and gravel. The available moisture capacity in this soil is high to moderate. Natural fertility is low. Internal drainage is good, while permeability is moderate in the surface layer and subsoil and rapid or very rapid in the substratum. The hazard of erosion is slight. I2. HaB-Haven Loam (2 to 6% slopes). These soils are deep, well drained and medium textured and is found on outwash plains and moraines, commonly along I shallow, intermittent drainage channels. Slopes are short. They were formed in a loamy or silty mantle over stratified coarse sand and gravel. The hazard of erosion is moderate to slight. I 3. Ma-Made Land. Made land includes areas that are mostly covered with pieces of concrete, bricks, trash, wire, metal and other nonsoil material. Some areas are on the surface of the original soil, others are in large holes dug for disposal I purposes, and still others are in old gravel pits converted to this use. Included with this unit in mapping are sanitary landfills that have been excavated and subsequently filled with trash and garbage. After these areas are filled, they are covered with several feet of soil material. I 4. PIA-Plymouth Loamy Sand (0 to 3% slopes). These soils are deep, excessively drained and coarse textured. They formed in a mantle of loamy sand over thick I layers of stratified coarse sand and gravel. These nearly level soils are found on broad, gently sloping to level outwash plains. The available moisture content is low to very low. Internal drainage is good. Permeability is rapid. The hazard Iof erosion is slight. * 5. PIB-Plymouth Loamy Sand (3 to 8% slopes). These soils are deep, excessively drained and coarse textured. They are found on moraines and outwash plains. I Slopes are undulating, or they are single along the sides of intermittent drainage ways. The hazard of erosion is slight. (See PIA soils for other soil properties). I I 2618M/6 I1027 10-2 1 OREGON I ROAD \ C I 0 Mae mimMI RSA 1 } MOA I:).'.::.:31:::1::..i........!............i.;..i.:•i....!......::•••••••............1.1.:.:.:.:::.:11....:i......!.:1.:.::!:;•:;.....:!...'.1.:.:1.1,...1,!i Ir pt..W Z • I >IE>lr 0 of X PIA I 1St PI O M a A i CL Ir0 P's$ I SOUTHOLD LANDFILL HaA I ICR. 48) I _ I I - --i�'I1 LEGEND 1 ROAD NORTH CpE Carver and Plymouth sands, 15 to 35 percent slopes HaA Haven loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes HaB Haven loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes Ma Made land PIA Plymouth loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes sCAu IN PE[T PIB Plymouth loamy sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes PIC Plymouth loamy sand, 8 to 15 percent slopes Co =/O 500 RdA Riverhead sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes RdB Riverhead sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes I ----- RdC Riverhead sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes SOURCE: SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE ITOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT Dvtrlca I ICh-D1) cONGuLTNG EPA/AEONS SOIL MAP FIGURE 10.1-1 I 6. PIC-Plymouth Loamy Sand (8 to 15% slopes). These soils are deep, excessively drained and coarse textured. They are moderately sloping and found on moraines and outwash plains. The hazard of erosion is moderate to severe ' because of slope and the sandy texture of this soil. (See PIA soils for other soil properties). 7. RdC-Riverhead Loamy Sand (8 to 15% slopes). These soils are deep, well drained and moderately coarse textured. They formed in a mantle of sandy loam or fine sandy loam over thick layers of coarse sand and gravel. These soils occur in narrow bands on outwash plains along the side slopes of deep ' intermittent drainage ways. Slopes are short. These soils have moderate to high available moisture capacity, internal drainage is good, and permeability is moderately rapid. The hazard of erosion is moderately severe. ' *Present on proposed transfer building area. Short-Term Impacts Due To Construction: ' During construction of the transfer station, some localized soil disturbances may occur from excavation and foundation construction. The construction areas will be regraded and some recontouring of the site will be required in order to minimize impacts. ' Soils may be moved or displaced due to construction activities. Localized on-site erosion of cover material may occur as a result of precipitation or wind. However, on-site soils are deep and well drained, and the hazard of erosion is considered relatively slight. Long-Term Impacts: Significant long-term geological, topographical, and soil related impacts are not ' expected to result from the implementation of the proposed transfer station. After construction, access roadways will be paved. Mitigation Measures: No removal of soil from the site is anticipated. Existing soil will be moved within the site to provide berms and grading of other areas. Construction grade material will be utilized to fill in on-site excavation. Control of dust and erosion during construction will be achieved by wetting of the site, covering exposed piles, good housekeeping practices, the use of hay bales, construction of temporary sediment basins and swales, and revegetation and landscaping after the completion of construction activities. During ' construction, trucks leaving the site will be cleaned of any mud to prevent the transfer of this material off-site. r 2618M/6 1027 10-4 I I10.2 Water IThe nearest freshwater wetlands in the vicinity of the proposed transfer station site, identified from preliminary NYSDEC freshwater wetland maps, are located in Cutchogue I Station, and are over 4,000 feet to the southeast of the proposed site. It should be noted that the NYSDEC maps used to identify freshwater wetlands in the Town are preliminary I and are subject to revision, but represent the most up-to-date classifications available. There are no floodplains on or within one thousand feet of the proposed transfer Istation area. There are several small farm ponds in the general vicinity, but there are no major surface water bodies in close proximity to the site. The nearest major surface Iwater body is the Long Island Sound which is approximately 5,000 feet to the northwest of the proposed site of the transfer station. IThe water table, on the average, is located approximately 4 to 6 feet above mean sea level throughout most of the Town. Groundwater elevation data obtained from the ISCDHS for on-site well S-69761 (see Figure 10.2-2) indicated a water table elevation of 6.00 feet above msl in June 1988. Regional groundwater flow and 1989 water table Icontours, in the vicinity of the proposed transfer station, are shown on Figure 10.2-1. The horizontal component to groundwater flow is shown to be generally perpendicular to the I water table elevation contour lines. Groundwater flow within the upper glacial aquifer, in the area of the proposed Itransfer station site, is generally in a north-northwesterly direction. This flow continues in this direction until it reaches the Long Island Sound. The direction of groundwater flow Imay be influenced by local well withdrawals and proximity to the North Fork ground water divide. The inferred direction of groundwater flow and the locations of the monitoring Iwells, in the vicinity of the landfill, are shown in Figure 10.2-2. Figure 10.2-3 shows the landfill and proposed transfer station site to be located outside of the Special Ground Water Protection Area defined for the Town of Southold. Between 1980 and 1984, five monitoring wells (S-76687, 71045, 69761, 68916, and I68831) were installed on the landfill site and sampled by SCDHS. Surveillance of these wells continued in 1985 and recent sampling was conducted in 1989. The results of this I I 2618M/6 I1027 10-5 I I061015 SOUND A 0 53338 I :�►� ISLAND LONA 0 - lei 47233 II 016780 II C/ ,••///‘" / \\ 1 053326 'II 4^ 053335 3' 065606 0 6524 APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF 4 ,,eSOUTHOLD LANDFILL SITE C,' 71045 /I I 0 53329 `.. . 0 53322 453324 1 �1 / 6560 010390 05333/ LITTLE PECONIC I / 0 53327 de, III 0 333b 4 BAY 0 39269 r * 4P 535370 I , IGREAT PECONIC BAY I I LEGEND — - APPROXIMATE LOCATION OF GROUND WATER DIVIDE I0 71045 OBSERVATION WELL AND WELL NUMBER I �51„�, WATER TABLE CONTOUR LINE INTERVAL (DATUM IS MEAN SEA LEVEL) 41111•.... APPROXIMATE DIRECTION OF GROUND WATER FLOW I SOURCE: SCDH8,MARCH 1980 SCALE: 0 I0.5 IMILE ITOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT Dvinca REGIONAL WATER TABLE Cad and CONTOUR MAP CONSUFIGURE 10.2-1 1 ITFG ENGINEERS 7 ' Z ` .,. - ( .... /)'//‘-/, \ 3-63328 \. 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( 3-63327 *' t4 1\ -r < - i. 1---"�.. •11 `\ G'r� �J.l ✓' \\\ '::)•\---'',1,..•..,• ••\ •••�_: ,L� North fOr �•, f ��`•. 8-7, • 8M •a s .<' , •, = iI. � s-71276• I - •CAI.&IN PUT 0 1000 2000 1 SOURCE: U808, MATTITUCK HILLS & SOUTHOLD QUADRANGLES - -� TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT I a+rica MONITORING WELLS LOCATED IN 00 VICINITY OF LANDFILL FIGURE 10.2-2 I1 Atli' . I SOUTHOLD LANDFILLI * ,.. ,,, .• igai_,.., 0.0.-.--P"' . ;;:; ` " um� 1 i ..-„,,. A, . - .:A.,, ,,,,''' H --a iiit D iw ,, J Yr01�� \ .... 411111,Y01,� +'� r -• LITTLE t`::< .:.„:,..w.. 4 CAY Via:::: ONIC :::..:><y:,'' Iii, •. I X108 I j„,,--1,r /4keMr*t WASP GREAT ,, \ PECONIC BAY 1 F.71171 SPECIAL GROUND WATER PROTECTION AREA I I 1 0 8000 18000 SOURCE: LIRPB.1080 SCALE IN FEET TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT I DvIrka SPECIAL GROUND WATER PROTECTION • b e irlucc , AREAS IN THE TOWN OF SOUTHHOLD FIGURE 10.2-3 COW&�n,o E.q�Q116 I on-site sampling, and other groundwater and water supply quality monitoring conducted by the SCDHS in the area of the Town's landfill, have shown that groundwater in the vicinity of the landfill has been affected primarily by fertilizers and pesticides originating from agricultural activities surrounding the site. These groundwater and water supply quality studies indicate that a number of wells in the vicinity of the landfill have been found to contain the insecticide aldicarb. Other wells have been found to contain agricultural chemical fertilizers such as nitrate, potassium chloride, and the insecticide dichloropropane. A more detailed discussion of water quality at the complex is contained in the recently completed hydrogeological study performed by the Town and submitted to the State in order to delist the site. ' Short-Term Impacts Due To Construction: Uses of water during construction of the transfer station will include water for sanitary purposes, dust control, cement work, wash down water, and drinking water for workers. If necessary, portable lavatories will be provided for the construction workers and later removed from the site. No significant adverse impacts to groundwater or surface water are anticipated during construction. Some localized soil erosion may occur during construction activities due to storm water runoff over the cleared area. Long-Term Impacts: Once the construction phase of the project has ended, the area around and near the transfer station will be seeded and revegetated to prevent soil erosion and improve the aesthetics of the transfer station. All material drop-off activities, as well as processing and storage of materials, will be conducted inside the transfer station building. At no time will putrescible solid wastes be stored outside without being covered. Tarpaulins are 1 considered acceptable covers for storage containers. This will minimize the possibility of contamination of groundwater or surface water. The operational requirements will allow for minimum water use. The primary uses of water will be to clean floors, equipment or machinery, and to provide fire protection, 1111 and domestic sanitation. Water required for these uses will be supplied by existing connections to a water main. Additionally, there exists the potential for road deicing salts or sand to be utilized on-site during the winter months. 2618M/6 1027 10-9 I Mitigation Measures for Construction Activities: Soil erosion and an increase in sediment loading is not expected to be significant because only limited areas will be excavated at any given time during construction, and erosion and sediment control measures can be applied by the contractor to minimize any potential impact on water resources. Erosion control measures are expected to include: ' minimization of the amount of disturbed soil at any one time; temporary stabilization of earth piles with mulch or covers; the mulching, seeding, or sodding of exposed soils immediately following construction; using natural contours for runoff; and proper scheduling of operations pending implementation of appropriate control techniques. Sediment control techniques will be utilized to reduce the discharge of sediment from ' anticipated storm water runoff. Storm water during construction activities will be collected by existing drainage swales at the complex and recharged to groundwater. Long-Term Mitigation Measures: Any vehicles transporting materials to and from the site which are detected to be leaking grease, oil, or fuel, will be repaired, or if necessary, prohibited from the site pending repair. Deicing salts which might be used in the winter months can be mixed or replaced with sand for on-site uses to minimize the potential for adverse impacts to groundwater from salts. The proposed transfer station construction and operation is not expected to impact any freshwater wetland areas, the closest of which is over 4,000 feet ' to the southeast of the proposed site. No significant adverse impacts on water resources are anticipated from the operation of the transfer station beyond those potential, minimal impacts from vehicles traveling on-site. 10.3 Air The air impacts associated with the proposed transfer station are expected to be primarily associated with the vehicle emissions and odors associated with the arrival and departure of vehicles carrying solid wastes and recyclable materials. The potential of odors associated with waste will be minimized through expeditious and efficient handling and transportation of materials. There may be very minor secondary impacts associated with employee and servicemen/tradesmen vehicles. 1 ' 2618M/6 1 027 10-10 Short-Term Impacts Due to Construction: An expected air impact during the construction phase could be from particulates (dust) suspended in the air by the movement of vehicles over unpaved areas. Clearing and grading activities required for site preparation can also be a source of fugitive dust. These activities can be generators of particulates because these operations remove vegetation that normally stabilize the soil and provide protection from wind. Such exposed ground creates a potential for wind erosion and particulate suspension in the air. The operation of construction equipment is expected to result in minor disturbances of surface materials. During construction, excavation material may be transported around the site to be utilized both in the construction of vegetative berms and for site grading. This material could consist of topsoil, rock and gravel, and other fill material. Intermediate storage of the material in uncovered piles can cause the surface materials to 1 be dispersed by wind. Construction activities will also generate exhaust emissions from various vehicles and construction equipment. The combined emissions from vehicle exhaust and other on-site equipment during construction would be expected to be relatively minor. The overall impact of construction on air quality is expected to be minimal. Off-site impacts due to construction vehicles are expected to be insignificant if on-site mitigation measures are implemented. Long-Term Impacts: The operation of the transfer station is not expected to generate any significant long-term air impacts. Processing is to be limited to mechanical processes such as tipping, loading, and compaction. Odors associated with putrescible solid wastes are a potential impact, but are expected to be mitigated through the expeditious and efficient handling/processing of the materials upon arrival. There is also the possibility of fugitive dust generation on-site. Daily truck traffic could generate dust if unpaved areas of the site are used. However, transfer station entrance/egress roads and staging areas will be completely paved. Off-site transport of fugitive dusts are not anticipated. I 2618M/6 1027 10-11 I Mitigation Measures for Construction Activities: Construction of the proposed transfer station may cause minor, short-term increases in emissions due to the operation of gasoline and diesel powered construction equipment. Construction equipment to be used is to conform with New York State emission standards. Fugitive dust generation at the construction site is expected to be reduced by limiting the ' area of stockpiled excavated soil, using water when necessary to suppress dust, and using cover materials if excessive wind conditions exist. 1 Long-Term Mitigation Measures: Transfer station operations are not expected to affect air quality. Expeditious and efficient handling of materials is expected to minimize odor problems. Odors associated with municipal solid waste can result from the partial decay of organic material. Packer and compactor trucks are by design totally enclosed, while "open" trucks (i.e., dump, roll-off container, and transfer trailers) would be required to have their cargoes covered while on-site. Any spillages from vehicles will be cleaned up expeditiously by the owner or operator, and owners will be encouraged to periodically wash out their vehicles to dislodge any decaying refuse. If necessary, other measures will be developed to reduce the potential odor problems associated with vehicles. Truck routes will be defined to restrict the transfer vehicles from using residentially populated streets. Also, during peak hours when refuse vehicles arrive at the facilities, the dual scales at the complex can be used to reduce truck standing time and thus lessen impacts from idling engines. Transfer trailers/containers will be covered at the end of the day and removed as soon as possible after they are filled. 10.4 Traffic Traffic to the complex consists of Town vehicles, collection vehicles, and private vehicles that deliver wastes and recyclable materials. The surrounding vicinity's traffic patterns are not expected to permanently change as a result of transfer station operations; however, a slight increased traffic flow at the complex is expected. Traffic impacts in the vicinity of the complex are expected to be minimal. Passenger vehicles will not pass fover the scales, but will go directly to the residential drop-off areas. This will enable the collection vehicles to pass over the scales at a rapid rate, and eliminate a problem I 2618M/6 1027 10-12 1 of backup onto Middle Road (CR48). On-site traffic flow patterns will facilitate segregated processing operations for private vehicles and collection vehicles/transfer trailers. In addition, recyclables collection vehicles will no longer use the existing collection center, making it safer for residential vehicles. Major roadways in the Town are shown on Figure 10.4-1. The following presents brief descriptions of the primary roadways that would be utilized to gain access to the transfer station facility. Middle Road: The Town owned property is bordered on the southeast by Middle Road (CR 48). An existing entrance between Depot and Cox Lane provides access to the complex and would allow direct access to the weighing station and transfer station facility. Middle Road is a generally straight, four lane, paved roadway that travels in a northeasterly direction from Mattituck to Southold. Cox Lane: Cox Lane is a straight, two lane, paved roadway that runs in a northwest-southeast direction and borders the landfill to the northeast. It is just over a half-mile long, running from Middle Road to Oregon Road, and provides access to the northwestern region of the complex. Depot Lane: Depot Lane is a three-quarter mile long, straight, two lane, paved roadway that travels in a northwest-southeast direction. It is located to the southwest of the complex and can be traveled to obtain access to Middle Road from the northern region of the Town. On-Site Roadways: Most on-site roadways are currently packed dirt, with highly traveled areas paved with blue stone, gravel, or asphalt. Modifications and maintenance measures for on-site roadways will be implemented to conform with 6 NYCRR Part 360 regulations pertaining to transfer stations. Access to on-site roads are controlled by personnel at the existing weighing station. Short-Term Impacts Due To Construction: Significant short-term impacts to traffic are not expected to occur. Construction workers would typically commute during weekdays to the site during the construction phase, and the workday will be arranged so traffic associated with workers arrives and 1 r 2618M/6 1027 10-13 — MI — /II — Us — r NO N — — I M — S MN — NI \q L/rrLE GULL - PS F /SL-AND -��- �ISNE -• y. GREAT. GULL \ - ` /SL AND aqr M c U N� GAHD/NERS �• •• BAY N° EX �� SOJNU .. •••• 1 • pN c 4 •//// s9ffVc PO" /OCtoy 84 Oy v /fo Nifo O i ..• V •• •• <q - i LIrrLE I ` \ o•• \�CD PECON/C L� BAY y • n s : r m P : • .1\ : m • 73 _---r Arg/Ns PE:"CN/C iSLANO HAY I TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION ENGINEERING REPORT d( Ba Dvirka arvd MAJOR TRANSPORTATION ROUTES rONSi It l N r.F NGNff AS FIGURE 10.4- 1 I tdeparts at off-peak times. Beyond the initial hauling of construction material and equipment to the site, this period would also experience daily traffic generated from normal operations. The delivery of construction materials and equipment would occur throughout the day, during hours of operation. However, delivery vehicles could be scheduled to be evenly distributed throughout the day. Long-Term Impacts: Deliveries and pickups of solid waste are expected to have peak traffic hours. Transfer trailers entering and leaving the site, however, are not expected to cause a significant impact. The number of trailers needed would depend on the requirements for delivered materials at the final processing facilities, the size of the trailers that any of the facilities could handle, the degree of compaction of the materials, and the actual arrangements between the Town and the final processing facilities. However, based upon estimates of transferrable wastes in Section 3 of this document, only 3 or 4 transfer trailers per day would be required. Therefore, the impact on traffic in the Town and the region is not expected to be significant in terms of individual or cumulative impacts. 1 Mitigation Measures: Traffic generated by the proposed transfer station would not be expected to significantly change the level of service or operation of those roadways providing access to the site. All entrance and exit activities would occur at the existing main entrance to the complex on the west side of Middle Road (CR48), at a portion of the road which has two travel lanes in both directions and turning lanes. These existing conditions are expected to minimize the impact of vehicles on the traffic along Middle Road. Transfer trailers accessing and leaving the site would be expected to use the existing truck route through the Towns of Southold and Riverhead to the Long Island Expressway. There is expected to be few if any impacts on traffic resulting from operations at the proposed transfer station. Any increase in traffic would result primarily from the few transfer trailers as residential and collection vehicle generation on-site will remain unchanged. 1 I 2618M/6 1027 10-15 1 Examination of existing traffic volumes in the vicinity of the site reveal that the largest impact on traffic involved with the proposed transfer station is expected to be vehicle traffic during the short-term/construction period. Mitigation measures for the off-site roadways will include warnings for slow moving or oversized vehicles, and/or accompanying vehicles with flashing lights and warning signs. Any on-site construction-related impacts will be mitigated through a staging area at the site for construction personnel and deliveries. Transportation of recyclable materials off site may not occur during peak traffic hours because collection and transportation of the anticipated recyclable materials are not expected to occur on a continuous basis throughout daytime business hours. Additionally, separate residential and commercial traffic flows on-site will expedite the process flow. The proposed transfer station would decrease the use of the collection center by recyclables collection vehicles. This area will be used primarily by residential vehicles. Furthermore, the reduction of the number of passenger vehicles to the recyclable collection area, as a result of expanding Townwide curbside collection practices, is expected to reduce on-site traffic volume. ' 10.5 Community Services Short-Term Impacts Due To Constructi9n: Construction of the proposed transfer station is not expected to have significant short-term impacts on community services. Long-Term Impacts: It is expected that the construction and operation of the proposed transfer station would have a positive effect on the expeditious processing and disposal of solid waste in the Town. Safety equipment, worker safety training, and compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations is expected to minimize the need for emergency medical services. With the exception of unusual medical emergencies, operational procedures are not expected to significantly impact the use of local health care services, or place an undue burden on the existing health facilities. I 261 6 1027 02� 10-16 1 Police protection and recreational facilities are not expected to be affected by the operations of the proposed transfer station. Security measures such as chain link fencing and exterior night lighting are expected to minimize the possibility of vandalism and unauthorized entry to the site. The operation of the proposed transfer station is not expected to result in an undue demand on existing fire services. Adequate fire protection equipment is to be included as part of the operation of the proposed transfer station facility. Mitigation Measures: No significant adverse impacts on community services are anticipated, therefore, it is expected that no other mitigation measures, other than those mentioned above, will be necessary. 10.6 Noise Table 10.6-1 illustrates the findings of a study prepared for the Federal Highway Administration in which changes in noise levels were quantified by human perception of these changes. Other studies have been made to determine community response to changes in noise levels. A community response scale proposed by the International Standards Organization (ISO) of the United Nations is frequently used to establish criteria in estimating the effect of noise level changes. The response scale is illustrated in Table 10.6-2. Short-Term Impacts Due to Construction During construction of the proposed transfer station, some noise is expected to be generated as a result of traffic and construction equipment. Noise will be generated during normal working hours, and is not expected to be significant. Table 10.6-3 provides noise ranges for construction equipment that could possibly be used on-site. I I I 2618M/6 1027 10-17 I ITable 10.6-1 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION - ENGINEERING REPORT Average Ability to Perceive Changes in Noise Levels Change (dBA) HumanChange Perception of hang 2-3 Barely perceptible 1 5 Readily noticeable 1 10 A doubling or halving of the loudness of sound 20 A "dramatic change" 40 Difference between a faintly audible sound and a very loud sound I I I I Source: Bolt Beranek and Neuman, Inc., Fundamentals and Abatement of Highway Traffic Noise, Report No. PB-222-703. Prepared for Federal Highway Administration, June 1973. I I 1 2618M/6 1027 10-18 I Table 10.6-2 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD TRANSFER STATION -ENGINEERING REPORT Community Response to Increases in Noise Levels Estimated Community Response Change (dBA) Category Description 0 None No observed reaction 5 Little Sporadic complaints 10 Medium Widespread complaints 15 Strong Threats of community action 20 Very strong Vigorous community action I I i I Source: International Standards Organization, Noise Assessment with Respect to Community Responses, 150/TC 43. (New York: United Nations, November 1969). I I I ' 2618M/6 1027 10-19 I ITable 10.6-3 TOWN OF SOUTHOLD ITRANSFER STATION- ENGINEERING REPORT Common Construction Equipment Noise Ranges INoise Level at 50 Feet in Decibels (dBA) IEquipment Low Mid Range High Backhoe 72 85 93 I Compressor, Stationary 68 80 87 Compactors 72 80 88 Concrete Mixer 72 80 90 Concrete Pump 75 80 85 I Crane, Movable 75 80 85 Crane, Stationary 80 85 90 Front Loader 72 80 96 I Generator, Stationary 70 75 85 Jack Hammer 75 90 98 Paver 82 85 92 I Pile Driver, Peak 90 100 105 Pneumatic Wrench 82 86 90 Pump, Stationary 69 70 80 Rock Drill 80 85 95 I Saws 67 80 94 Scraper or Grader 76 85 95 Tractor 73 85 96 I Trucks 70 85 96 Vibrators 70 75 82 I I I Sources: 1. Industrial Noise and Vibration Control: by Irwin and Graf, Prentice-Hall, 111 Inc., 1979 2. Handbook of Noise Control, 2nd Edition, Edited by Cyril M. Lewis, PH.D., IIIMcGraw-Hill Book Co., 1979 I I 2618M/6 I1027 10-20 tLong-Term Impacts: It is not anticipated that the operation of the proposed transfer station will exceed acceptable noise levels, or cause significant long-term impacts. The construction and ' operation activities are subject to noise limits contained in 6 NYCRR Part 360 regulations regarding solid waste management facilities. tAny noise generated at the transfer station site would result from: o Truck transport of waste and recyclables to and from the complex; o Compacting equipment (if applicable); and o Miscellaneous on-site machinery and equipment. The transfer station would be subject to noise limits presented in 6 NYCRR Part 360-1.14(p), which limits noise at the property line to the following Leq levels: Character of Community 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. 10 p.m. - 7 a.m. Rural 57 dB (A) 47 dB (A) Suburban 62 dB (A) 52 dB (A) Urban 67 dB (A) 57 dB (A) Mitigation Measures for Construction Activities: 1 Construction noise would be generated intermittently during the construction period. However, to reduce noise emanating from the construction site, the following sound abatement procedures could be implemented: o Limiting major construction activity, such as site preparation, foundation pouring, and jack hammering to normal working hours on weekdays. Light construction such as equipment installation or painting, and operations taking place within the structures should not cause outside noise impacts; o Requiring pneumatic hammers to operate with a muffler attenuation device; o Requiring off-site construction vehicles, such as gravel trucks and concrete mixers, to comply with New York State Motor Vehicle Department noise limits; I I 2618M/6 1027 10-21 o Requiring construction equipment to comply with applicable noise standards issued by the USEPA, and air compressors to noise levels of 76 dB(A) measured from 25 feet away from the source in compliance with Federal standards; and ' o Equipping construction equipment utilizing combustion engines with properly maintained exhaust mufflers that conform to the 80 dBA New York State muffler laws. Long-Term Mitigation Measures: 111 Thero sed transfer station is expected to minimize internal and external noise P Po ' emissions and comply with OSHA standards to protect on-site personnel. Property line noise levels are expected to be equal to or less than those presented in the 6 NYCRR Part 360-1.14(p). Operational noise can be controlled by acoustical attenuation, noise suppressors, and equipment placement and isolation. Operational noise from any transfer station facility, exclusive of vehicular traffic, can be expected to be intermittent in nature. The following abatement techniques would be implemented as necessary: o Limit waste delivery to normal daytime operating hours for the proposed transfer station; o Use acoustical construction materials on structures which contain uncontrollable noise emitting equipment; o Use low noise emission equipment; io Provide screens or silencers on fans; and o Plant trees and shrubbery. On-site traffic noise control measures should include: o Proper maintenance of engine exhaust systems and mufflers; o Truck requirements to comply with New York State vehicle noise limits; o Establishment of on-site speeds to 20 mph; 1 o Design and operation of the proposed transfer station such that truck stopping and queuing are minimized; and 111 o Periodic noise monitoring at property boundaries. 2618M/6 1027 10-22 I y 1 � 1 a. 1 1 I • I 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 I I 1 11.0 FACILITY CLOSURE In the event closure of the transfer station becomes necessary, sufficient notice of intent will be supplied to all involved agencies in order to allow arrangements for alternate means of disposal for the Town's residual wastes. Discontinued use of the facilities will be followed by the removal of all waste and residues. Removal and ' decontamination procedures will be monitored so as to prevent adverse environmental/health impacts. Final closure procedures will be undertaken, so as to minimize the need for further maintenance and monitoring activities. At present, the life of the facility is unknown. The Town will amend the closure plan whenever a change in design, or date of partial closure, requires a modification to closure procedures. I 1 1 I I I 2803M/5 1027 11-1 N 1 n2. o' 0 1 N 1 ' 12.0 REFERENCES 1992 Town Scale Data. LILCO, 1992. 1992 Long Island Population Survey. 6 NYCRR Part 360 Solid Waste Management Facilities (Revised May 28, 1991). NYSDEC. Town of Southold, 1990. Solid Waste Management Plan/Draft Environmental Impact Statement. September 1990. USDA, Soil Conservation Service, 1975. Soil Survey of Suffolk County, New York. USGS Mattituck Hills and Southold Quadrangles. 1 I 5792R/1 1027 12-1 � a 1 9 1 � a � a • I I I I I I I APPENDIX A I Regional and Vicinity Maps I I I I I I I I I I I I The engineering drawings included as part of the permit application package, but are too bulky to be inserted in this report document. The engineering drawings are as follows: tNa Title ' G1 General - Regional Map G2 General - Vicinity Map G3 General - Site Plan G4 General - Enlarged Site Plan Al Architectural - Transfer Station - Floor Plan Al Architectural - Transfer Station - Elevations & Sections Al Architectural - Office Building - Floor Plan & Sections S1 Structural - Transfer Station - Floor Plan & Sections S1 Structural - Transfer Station - Sections S1 Structural - Transfer Station - Details P1 Plumbing - Office Building - Water & Sanitary Piping El Electrical - Transfer Station E2 Electrical - Office Building Drawings 01 and G2 are included in Appendix A of this permit application report for ease of reference. Drawing G3 is included in Appendix B of this report. I r 1 I 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I I n� 1 c 1 1 co I • I I I I I I I I I I 1 I 1 Site Plan and Property Boundaries I I IMap Pocket I I I 1 1 I I I I I I I I I I I 1 1 a'� v 1 a 1 x n 1 1 • 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I I I I I I APPENDIX C ISEQRA Negative Declaration and EAF I I I I I I I I I I I SEQRA NEGATIVE DECLARATION ' NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE rLead Agency: Town of Sothold Address: 53095 Main Road Southold, NY 11971 Date: The Town of Southold, as Lead Agency, has determined that the proposed action described below is not expected to have a significant effect on the environment. This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (State Environmental Quality Review) of the Environmental Conservation Law. Title of Action: Construction and Operation of a Solid Waste Transfer Station SEQR Status: Unlisted Description of Action: ' The Town of Southold proposes to commence solid waste transfer operations at the site of the Southold Solid Waste Complex on Middle Road (CR 48) in Cutchogue. A Part 360 permit application to operate a municipal solid waste transfer station at the site has been prepared to document the facility's compliance with appropriate regulations and operational requirements. The proposed action would allow for construction of a new solid waste transfer ' station and subsequent operation to provide for a permitted transfer station in the Town. Location: Middle Road (CR 48), Cutchogue Suffolk County, New York Reason Supporting this Determination: Commencing transfer operations at the site of the existing Southold d solid waste ' complex is not expected to have a significant effect on the environment. This site has been utilized for solid waste management for many years and the proposed action would ' 6715R/1 1027 not result in significant environmental impacts. Proper transfer operations, performed in accordance with Part 360 regulations as described in the Part 360 Permit Application, are expected to mitigate any impacts that may result from the proposed action. ' For Further Information: Mr. Scott L. Harris Supervisor Town of Southold 53095 Main Road Southold, NY 11971 (516) 765-1800 Copies of this Notice Sent to: Commissioner - Department of Environmental Conservation 50 Wolf Road Albany, New York 12233-0001 Region I Office Department of Environmental Conservation Building 40 - SUNY at Stony Brook Stony Brook, New York 11790 1 I I 6715R/1 1027 I14-16-2 (2:87)-7c 617.21 SED R Appendix A I State Environmental Quality Review FULL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM I Purpose: The Lull EAF is designed to help applicants and agencies determine, in an orderly manner, whether a project or action may be significant. The question of whether an action may be significant is not always easy to answer. Frequent- ly, there are aspects of a project that are subjective or unmeasureable. It is also understood that those who determine significance may hale little or no formal knowledge of the environment or may be technically expert in environmental Ianalysis. In addition, many who have knowledge in one particular area may not be aware of the broader concerns affecting the question of significance. The full EAF is intended to provide a method whereby applicants and agencies can be assured that the determination Iprocess has been orderly, comprehensive in nature, yet flexible to allow introduction of information to fit a project or action. Full EAF Components: The full EAF is comprised of three parts: I Part 1: Provides objective data and information about a given project and its site. By identifying basic project data, it assists a reviewer in the analysis that takes place in Parts 2 and 3. Part 2: Focuses on identifying the range of possible impacts that may occur from a project or action. It provides I guidance as to whether an impact is likely to be considered small to moderate or whether it is a potentially- large impact. The form also identifies whether an impact can be mitigated or reduced. Part 3: If any impact in Part 2 is identified as potentially-large, then Part 3 is used to evaluate whether or not the I impact is actually important. • IDETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE—Type 1 and Unlisted Actions I Identify the Portions of EAF completed for this project: ® Part 1 E Part 2 Ell Part 3 Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF(Parts 1 and 2 and 3 if appropriate), and any other supporting information, and considering both the magitude and importance of each impact, it is reasonably determined by the 1 lead agency that: ri A. The project will not result in any large and important impact(s) and, therefore, is one which will not have a significant impact on the environment, therefore a negative declaration wiM be prepared. I ❑ B. Although the project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect for this Unlisted Action because the mitigation measures described in PART 3 have been required, therefore a CONDITIONED negative declaration will be prepared.* r ❑ C. The project may result in one or more large and important impacts that may have a significant impact on the environment, therefore a positive declaration will be prepared. * A Conditioned Negative Declaration is only valid for Unlisted Actions Town of Southold Transfer Station IName of Action Town of Southold IName of Lead Agency Scott L. Harris Supervisor I Print or Type Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Title of Responsible Officer ISignature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Signature of Preparer(If different from responsible officer) i Date 1 I PART 1—PROJECT INFORMATION I Prepared by Project Sponsor NOTICE: This document is designed to assist in determining whether the action proposed may have a significant effect on the environment. Please complete the entire form, Parts A through E. Answers to these questions will be considered as part of the application for approval and may be subject to further verification and public review Provide any additional I information you believe will be needed to complete Parts 2 and 3. It is expected that completion of the full EAF will be dependent on information currently available and wili not im,olve new studies, research or investigation. It information requiring such additional work is unavailable, so indicate and specify Ieach instance. NAME OF ACTION Town of Southold Transfer Station I LOCATION OF ACTION(Include Street Address, Municipality and County) Middle Road, Cutchogue, Suffolk County NAME OF APPLICANT/SPONSOR BUSINESS TELEPHONE I Town of Southold ( 516) 765-1800 ADDRESS • 53095 Main Road I CITY/PO STATE ZIP CODE P.O. Box 1179, Southold NY 11971 NAME OF OWNER(If different) BUSINESS TELEPHONE 1 1 IADDRESS CITY/PO STATE ZIP CODE IDESCRIPTION OF ACTION I Development of a new transfer station building at the Town solid waste complex on Middle Road (CR 48) in Cutchogue to be used in conjunction with the existing residential drop—off collection center for the transfer of recyclables and the residual waste remaining after reduction, recycling, and reuse. I Please Complete Each Question—Indicate N.A. if not applicable A. Sits Description I Physical setting of overall project, both developed and undeveloped areas. 1. Present land use: ❑Urban ❑Industrial ❑Commercial ❑Residential (suburban) ❑Rural (non-farm) I0Forest ❑Agriculture ®Other Solid Waste Facilities 2. Total acreage of project area: Approx. 3 acres. APPROXIMATE ACREAGE PRESENTLY AFTER COMPLETION I Meadow or Brushland (Non-agricultural) acres acres Forested acres acres Agricultural (Includes orchards, cropland, pasture, etc.) acres acres I Wetland (Freshwater or tidal as per Articles 24, 25 of ECL) acres acres Water Surface Area acres acres Unvegetated (Rock, earth or fill) Approx. 2 acres Approx. 1-1/2 acres IRoads, buildings and other paved surfaces Approx. 1 acres Approx. 1-1/2 acres Other (Indicate type) acres acres 3. What is predominant soil type(s) on project site? HaA — Haven Loam, PIB — Plymouth Loamy Sand IIIa. Soil drainage: 3Well drained 100 % of site ❑Moderately well drained % of site ❑Poorly drained % of site I b. If any agricultural land is involved, how many acres of soil are classified within soil group 1 through 4 of the NYS Land Classification System? N/A acres. (See 1 NYCRR 370). 4. Are there bedrock outcroppings on project site? ❑Yes No I a. What is depth to bedrock? 500 to 1000 (in feet) 2 I5. Approximate percentage of proposed project site with slopes: ISO-10% 80 % ?X10-15% 20 % X15% or greater % I 6. Is project substantially contiguous to, or contain a building, site, or district, listed on the State or the National Registers of Historic Places? `Yes No I7. Is project substantially contiguous to a site listed on the Register of National Natural Landmarks? :Yes 4No 8. What is the depth or the water table? Approx. 40 (in feet) 9 Is site located over a primary, principal, or sole source aquifer? MYes LI-No I. 10 Do hunting, fishing or shell fishing opportunities presently exist in the project area? 1-,Yes 2No 11 Does project site contain any species of plant or animal life that is identified as threatened or endangered? I ❑Yes No According to Identify each species 12. Are there any unique or unusual land forms on the project site? (i.e., cliffs, dunes, other geological formations) I ❑Yes !XNo Describe I 13. Is the project site presently used by the community or neighborhood as an open space or recreation area? :Wes ENo If yes, explain 14. Does the present site include scenic views known to be important to the community? I ❑Yes INo 15. Streams within or contiguous to project area: No a. Name of Stream and name of River to which it is tributary III16. Lakes, ponds, wetland areas within or contiguous to project area: No • a. Name b. Size (In acres) 17. Is the site served by existing public utilities? Yes ❑No a) If Yes, does sufficient capacity exist to allow connection? ®Yes ❑No I b) If Yes, will improvements be necessary to allow connection? ❑Yes 5i1No 18. Is the site located in an agricultural district certified pursuant to Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 25-AA, Section 303 and 304? ❑Yes No I 19. Is the site located in or substantially contiguous to a Critical Environmental Area designated pursuant to Article 8 of the ECL, and 6 NYCRR 617? ❑Yes ONo 20. Has the site ever been used for the disposal of solid or hazardous wastes? ®Yes ❑No IThe site is located on a 60.9 acre Town owned parcel of land that contains the Town's solid waste management and disposal facilities. B. Project Description 1. Physical dimensions and scale of project (fill in dimensions as appropriate) I a. Total contiguous acreage owned or controlled by project sponsor 60.9 acres. I b. Project acreage to be developed:Approx. 1/2acres initially; Approx. 1/2 acres ultimately. c. Project acreage to remain undeveloped N/A acres. d. Length of project, in miles: N/A (If appropriate) I e. If the project is an expansion, indicate percent of expansion proposed N/A %; f. Number of off-street parking spaces existing N/A ; proposed N/A g. Maximum vehicular trips generated per hour 1 (upon completion of project)? Ih. If residential: Number and type of housing units: N/A One Family Two Family Multiple Family Condominium I Initially Ultimately i. Dimensions (in feet) of largest proposed structure height; width; _ length. Ij. Linear feet of frontage along a public thoroughfare project will occupy is? N/A ft. 3 I2. How much natural material (i e., rock, earth, etc ) will be removed from the site? 0 tonscubic yards 3. Will disturbed areas be reclaimed? EYes 7..:No IN/A Ia. If yes, for what intended purpose is the site being reclaimed? b Will topsoil be stockpiled for reclamation? EYes ENo . Will upper subsoil be stockpiled for reclamation? EYes 7No Ic 4 How many acres of vegetation (trees, shrubs, ground covers) will be removed from site? 0 acres. 5. Will any mature forest (over 100 years old) or other locally-important vegetation be removed by this project? I =Yes .X,No 6. If single phase project: Anticipated period of construction months, (including demolition). 7. If multi-phased: N/A Ia. Total number of phases anticipated (number). b. Anticipated date of commencement phase 1 month year, (including demolition). I c. Approximate completion date of final phase month year. d. Is phase 1 functionally dependent on subsequent phases? EYes ❑No 8. Will blasting occur during construction? EYes lYINo I9. Number of jobs generated: during construction 10-15 ; after project is complete 3-4 10. Number of jobs eliminated by this project 0 111 11. Will project require relocation of any projects or facilities? EYes $1No If yes, explain 12. Is surface liquid waste disposal involved? ❑Yes No `' a. If yes, indicate type of waste (sewage, industrial, etc.) and amount b. Name of water body into which effluent will be discharged I 13. Is subsurface liquid waste disposal involved? ❑Yes [g No Type 14. Will surface area of an existing water body increase or decrease by proposal? ❑Yes No I Explain 15. Is project or any portion of project located in a 100•year flood plain? ❑Yes No 16. Will the project generate solid waste? ❑Yes ®No (will only transfer solid waste) I a. If yes, what is the amount per month tons b. If yes, will an existing solid waste facility be used? ❑Yes ENo c. If yes, give name ; location 111 d. Will any wastes not go into a sewage disposal system or into a sanitary landfill? ❑Yes ENo e. If Yes, explain 1 17. Will the project involve the disposal of solid waste? ❑Yes IgNo (project will involve temporary a. If yes, what is the anticipated rate of disposal? tons/month. storage and transfer of waste) I b. If yes, what is the anticipated site life? years. 18. Will project use herbicides or pesticides? ; Yes No 19. Will project routinely produce odors (more than one hour per day)? ❑Yes No I20. Will project produce operating noise exceeding the local ambient noise levels? ❑Yes No 21. Will project result in an increase in energy use? ®Yes ENo If yes , indicate type(s) Fuel for vehicular transport of waste 22. If water supply is from wells, indicate pumping capacity 500 gallons/minute. I 23. Total anticipatgd water usage per day N/A gallons/day. (applied as needed for dust suppression and facility 24. Does project involve Local, State or Federal funding? ®Yes ❑No wash—down) If Yes, explain Town owned, operated and funded facility I 4 I 25. Approvals Required: Submittal Type Date I City, Town, Vill«,. R;:.1rj CYes ENo Town Board City, Town. Village Planning Board EYes 3No _ ICity, Town 2,...;-,:n.; Board EYes XNo City, Count% ,, . Department EYes XNo Other Local Agencies EYes XNo Other Regional Agencies CYes X,No State Agencies 2Yes ENo NYSDEC IFederal Agencies EYes L,'No _ C. Zoning and Planning Information I1 Does proposed action involve a planning or zoning decision? EYes XNo It Yes, indicate decision required: IJ:zoning amendment ❑zoning variance Especial use permit subdivision Esite plan Enew,revision of master plan ❑resource management plan Cother 2 What is the zoning classification(s)of the site? Light Industrial 3. What is the maximum potential development of the site if developed as permitted by the present zoning? N/A 4. What is the proposed zoning of the site? Light Industrial 5. What is the maximum potential development of the site if developed as permitted by the proposed zoning? -N/A I6. Is the proposed action consistent with the recommended uses in adopted local land use plans? ®Yes ❑No 7. What are the predominant land use(s) and zoning classifications within a 1/4 mile radius of proposed action? ISolid waste facilities 8 Is the proposed action compatible with adjoining/surrounding land uses within a '/. mile? ®Yes ENo 9. If the proposed action is the subdivision of land, how many lots are proposed?I N/A a. What is the minimum lot size proposed? I10 Will proposed action require any authorization(s) for the formation of sewer or water districts? ❑Yes ®No 11 Will the proposed action create a-demand for any community provided services (recreation, education, police, fire protection)? ®Yes . ❑No (Minimal) I a. If yes, is existing capacity sufficient to handle projected demand? ®Yes ENo 12 Will the proposed action result in the generation of traffic significantly above present levels? EYes ENo Ia. If yes, is the existing road network adequate to handle the additional traffic? ❑Yes ❑No D. Informational Details Attach any additional information as may be needed to clarify your project. If there are or may be any adverse Iimpacts associated with your proposal, please discuss such impacts and the measures which you propose to mitigate or avoid them. I E. Verification I certify that the information provided above is true to the best of my knowledge. • Applicant/Sponsor Name Scott L. Harris Date Signature Title Supervisor If the action is in the Coastal Area, and you are a state agency, complete the Coastal Assessment Form before proceeding I with this assessment. 5 I Part 2—PROJECT IMPACTS AND THEIR MAGNITUDE Responsibility of Lead Agency I General Information (Read Carefully) • In completing the form the reviewer should be guided by the question: Have my response and -letermrnatiom been reasonable? The reviewer is not expected to he an expert environmental analyst. I • identify ing that an impact will be potentially large (column 2) does not mean that it is alsn neces,arn, sig-.ificant. Any large impact must be evaluated ,n P \RT 3 to determine significance Identifying an impact tr . .:on - simply asks that it be looked at further I • The Examples provided are to assist the rEv, 'wer by showing types of impacts and wherever possible the threshold of magnitude that would trigger a response in column 2. The examples are generally applicable throughout the State and for most situations. But, for any specific project or site other examples and/or lower thresholds mai oe appropriate I for a Potential Large Impact response, thus requiring evaluation in Part 3. • The impacts of each project. on each site, in each locality, will vary. Therefore, the examples are illustrative and have been offered as guidance They do not constitute an exhaustive list of impacts and thresholds to answer each question. III • The number of examples per question does not indicate the importance of each question. • In identifying impacts, consider long term, short term and cumlative effects. I Instructions (Read carefully) a. Answer each of the 19 questions in PART 2. Answer Yes if there will be any impact. b. Maybe answers should be considered as Yes answers. • I c. If answering Yes to a question then check the appropriate box (column 1 or 2) to indicate the potential size of the impact. If impact threshold equals or exceeds any example provided, check column 2. If impact will occur but threshold is lower than example, check column 1. d. If reviewer has doubt about size of the impact then consider the impact as potentially large and proceed to PART 3. e. If a potentially large impact checked in column 2 can be mitigated by change(s) in the project to a small to moderate impact, also check the Yes box in column 3. A No response indicates that such a reduction is not possible. This I must be explained in Part 3. 1 2 3 Small to Potential Can Impact Be I Moderate Large Mitigated By IMPACT ON LAND Impact Impact Project Change 1 . Will the proposed action result in a physical change to the project site? I 3NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Any construction on slopes of 15% or greater, (15 foot rise per 100 . 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No foot of length), or where the general slopes in the project area exceed I 10%. • Construction on land where the depth to the water table is less than 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No 3 feet. I • Construction of paved parking area for 1,000 or more vehicles. 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No • Construction on land where bedrock is exposed or generally within 0 0 ❑Yes ENo 3 feet of existing ground surface. • Construction that will continue for more than 1 year or involve more 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No than one phase or stage. • Excavation for mining purposes that would remove more than 1,000 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No tons of natural material (i.e., rock or soil) per year. • Construction or expansion of a sanitary landfill. 0 0 . ❑Yes ENo • Construction in a designated floodway. 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No • Other impacts 0 0 ❑Yes ENo i 2 Will there be an effect to any unique or unusual land forms found on the site? (i.e.. cliffs, dunes, geological formations, etc.)3NO OYES • Specific land forms: 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No 6 1 2 3 IMPACT ON WATER Small to Potential Can Impact Be 3 Will proposed action affect any water body designated as protected? Moderate Large Mitigated By (Under Articles 13, 24, 25 of the Environmental Conservation Law, ECL) Impact Impact Project Change IANO EYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Developable area of site contains a protected water body. !I ❑ `Yes ENo I • Dredging more than 100 cubic yards of material from channel of a E EYes =No I protected stream. • Extension of utility distribution facilities through a protected water body. ❑ ❑ ❑Yes L No I • Construction in a designated freshwater or tidal wetland. ❑ r-- L_, ,Yes ❑No • Other impacts: ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No 4 Will proposed action affect any non-protected existing or new body of water? ®NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 I • A 10% increase or decrease in the surface area of any body of water ❑ ❑ E or more than a 10 acre increase or decrease. ❑Yes ENo • Construction of a body of water that exceeds 10 acres of surface area. ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No I • Other impacts: ❑ ❑ ❑Yes ❑No •I 5. Will Proposed Action affect surface or groundwater quality or quantity? adNO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 ' • Proposed Action will require a discharge permit. 0 0 ❑Yes ENo • Proposed Action requires use of a source of water that does not 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No have approval to serve proposed (project) action. I • Proposed Action requires water supply from wells with greater than 45 0 0 ❑Yes ❑Nn gallons per minute pumping capacity. • Construction or operation causing any contamination of a water 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No Isupply system. • Proposed Action will adversely affect groundwater. 0 0 C3 Yes ENo • Liquid effluent will be conveyed off the site to facilities which presently 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No Ido not exist or have inadequate capacity. • Proposed Action would use water in excess of 20,000 gallons per 0 0 ❑Yes ENo day. I • Proposed Action will likely cause siltation or other discharge into an 0 0 ❑Yes El No existing body of water to the extent that there will be an obvious visual contrast to natural conditions. 1 • Proposed Action will require the storage of petroleum or chemical 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No products greater than 1,100 gallons. • Proposed Action will allow residential uses in areas without water ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No I and/or sewer services. • Proposed Action locates commercial and/or industrial uses which may 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No require new or expansion of existing waste treatment and/or storage I facilities. • Other impacts: 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I 6. Will proposed action alter drainage flow or patterns, or surface water runoff? CZNO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 I • Proposed Action would change flood water flows. 0 ❑ ❑Yes ENo 7 I 1 2 3 I Small to Potential Can Impact Be Moderate Large Mitigated By Impact Impact Project Change • Proposed Action may cause substantial erosion. ❑ E ❑Yes ENo • Proposed Action is incompatible with existing drainage patterns. ❑ E EYes ENo . • Proposed Action will allow development in a designated floodway.1111 E ❑ EYes ENo • Other impacts: ❑ E EYes 7—No I. IMPACT ON AIR 7 Will proposed action affect air quality? NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action will induce 1,000 or more vehicle trips in any givenI 0 0 EYes ❑No hour. I • Proposed Action will result in the incineration of more than 1 ton of ❑ 0 EYes ❑No refuse per hour. -11; 1( , • Emission rate of total contaminants will exceed 5 lbs. per hour or a 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No Iheat source producing more than 10 million BTU's per hour. • Proposed action will allow an increase in the amour'of"I'atidttfmitttfe1'=4 Ir'i0 0 ❑Yes 0 N to industrial use. I • Proposed action will allow an increase in the density of industrial ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No development within existing industrial areas. • Other impacts: ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No I IMPACT ON PLANTS AND ANIMALS I 8. Will Proposed Action affect any threatened or endangered species? NINO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Reduction of one or more species listed on the New York or FederalI ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No list, using the site, over or near site or found on the site. • Removal of any portion of a critical or significant wildlife habitat. 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No • Application of pesticide or herbicide more than twice a year, otherI ❑ 0 ❑Yes CNo than for agricultural purposes. • Other impacts: 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I 9 Will Proposed Action substantially affect non-threatened or 1 non-endangered species? ®NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action would substantially interfere with any resident or 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No migratory fish, shellfish or wildlife species. I • Proposed Action requires the removal of more than 10 acres 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No of mature forest (over 100 years of age) or other locally important vegetation. IIMPACT ON AGRICULTURAL LAND RESOURCES 10 Will the Proposed Action affect agricultural land resources? I ANO DYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • The proposed action would sever, cross or limit access to agricultural 0 0 EYes ❑No Iland (includes cropland, hayfields, pasture, vineyard, orchard, etc.) 8 1 2 3 1 Small to Potential Can Impact Be Moderate Large Mitigated By 111 Impact Impact Project Change • Construction activity would excavate or compact the soil profile of ❑ ❑ CYes ENo U agricultural land. • The proposed action would irreversibly convert more than 10 acres 0 0 ❑Yes `;No of agricultural land or, if located in an Agricultutal District, more I than 2.5 acres of agricultural land'. • The proposed action would disrupt or prevent installation of agricultural 0 0 EYes ENo land management systems (e.g., subsurface drain lines, outlet ditches, strip cropping); or create a need for such measures (e.g. cause a farm Ifield to drain poorly due to increased runoff) • Other impacts: ❑ 0 ❑Yes :.:No I IMPACT ON AESTHETIC RESOURCES I 11 Will proposed action affect aesthetic resources? NO OYES (If necessary, use the Visual EAF Addendum in Section 617.21, Appendix B.) I Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed land uses, or project components obviously different from 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No or in sharp contrast to current surrounding land use patterns, whether man-made or natural. I • Proposed land uses, or project components visible to users of 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No aesthetic resources which will eliminate or significantly reduce their enjoyment of the aesthetic qualities of that resource. I • Project components that will result in the elimination or significant 0 0 ❑Yes ONo screening of scenic views known to be important to the area. • Other impacts: 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I IMPACT ON HISTORIC AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES 111 12. Will Proposed Action impact any site or structure of historic, pre- historic or paleontological importance? (ENO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 I • Proposed Action occurring wholly or partially within or substantially 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No contiguous to any facility or site listed on the State or National Register of historic places. I • Any impact to an archaeological site or fossil bed located within the 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No project site. • Proposed Action will occur in an area designated as sensitive for 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No II archaeological sites on the NYS Site Inventory. • Other impacts: 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No IIMPACT ON OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION 13 Will Proposed Action affect the quantity or quality of existing or I future open spaces or recreational opportunities? Examples that would apply to column 2 NO DYES • The permanent foreclosure of a future recreational opportunity. 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I • A major reduction of an open space important to the community. 0 ❑ Oyes ❑No • Other impacts: 0 ❑ Oyes ❑No 1 9 1 2 3 IMPACT ON TRANSPORTATION Small to Potential Can Impact Be 14 Will there be an effect to existing transportation systems? Moderate Large Mitigated By ANO _YES Impact Impact Project Change Examples that would apply to column 2 ' • Alteration of present patterns of movement of people and/or goods. ❑ 0 ❑Yes .No • Proposed Action will result in major traffic problems. ❑ 0 ❑Yes _No 1 • Other impacts: ❑ 0 ❑Yes No IMPACT ON ENERGY 15 Will proposed action affect the community's sources of fuel or energy supply? [2 NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action will cause a greater than 5% increase in the use of 0 0 EYes _No any form of energy in the municipality. • Proposed Action will require the creation or extension of an energy ❑ 0 ❑Yes ENo I transmission or supply system to serve more than 50 single or two family residences or to serve a major commercial or industrial use. • Other impacts: ❑ 0 ❑Yes _No 1 NOISE AND ODOR IMPACTS I 16. Will there be objectionable odors, noise, or vibration as a result of the Proposed Action? 55 NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Blasting within 1,500 feet of a hospital, school or other sensitive111 ❑ 0 • ❑Yes ENo facility. • Odors will occur routinely (more than one hour per day). 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I • Proposed Action will produce operating noise exceeding the local 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No ambient noise levels for noise outside of structures. •'Proposed Action will remove natural barriers that would act as a 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No Inoise screen. • Other impacts: • 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No IIMPACT ON PUBLIC HEALTH . 17. Will Proposed Action affect public health and safety? ®NO OYES Examples that would apply to column 2 • Proposed Action may cause a risk of explosion or release of hazardous 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I substances(i.e.oil, pesticides,chemicals, radiation,etc.)in the event of accident or upset conditions, or there may be a chronic low level discharge or emission. • Proposed Action may result in the burial of "hazardous wastes" in anyI ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No form (i.e. toxic, poisonous, highly reactive, radioactive, irritating, infectious, etc.) • Storage facilities for one million or more gallons of liquified natural ❑ 0 ❑Yes ENo gas or other flammable liquids. • Proposed action may result in the excavation or other disturbance 0 0 ❑Yes 0 N I within 2,000 feet of a site used for the disposal of solid or hazardous waste. • Other impacts: 0 0 ❑Yes ENo 10 1 . 1 2 3 IMPACT ON GROWTH AND CHARACTER Small to Potential Can Impact Be I OF COMMUNITY OR NEIGHBORHOOD Moderate Large Mitigated By 18 Will proposed action affect the character of the existing community? Impact Impact Project Change %NO =YES Examples that would apply to column 2I — • The permanent population of the city, town or village in which the r J ❑Yes ❑No project is located is likely to grow by more than 5%. I • The municipal budget for capital expenditures or operating services ❑ 0 ❑Yes ENo will increase by more than 5% per year as a result of this project. • Proposed action will conflict with officially adopted plans or goals. 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I • Proposed action will cause a change in the density of land use. ❑ 0 ❑Yes ❑No • Proposed Action will replace or eliminate existing facilities, structures 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No or areas of historic importance to the community. I • Development will create a demand for additional community services 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No (e.g. schools, police and fire, etc.) • Proposed Action will set an important precedent for future projects. 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No II • Proposed Action will create or eliminate employment. 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No • Other impacts: 0 0 ❑Yes ❑No I19. Is there, or is there likely to be, public controversy related to potential adverse environmental impacts? NO DYES . I :I I I I I 1 I I I 1 11 1 I 74 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I I I I I I I APPENDIX D I Part 360 Permit Application I I I I I I I I I i 47.19-2(11/89)-10e DEPARTMENT USE ONLY I 0 NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION DEC APPLICATION NUMBER DIVISION OF SOUD WASTE APPLICATION FOR A SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY FACILITY CODE IPERMIT Please road all instructions before completing this application Please TYPE or PRINT clearly 1. TYPE OF APPLICATION(Check All Applicable Boxes): 2. APPUCANT IS THE: ®Permit to Construct 0 Initial(New) 0 Renewal ®Facility Owner ®Permit to Operate 0 Subsequent Stage(New) 0 Modification ®Facility Operator I 3. FACILITY OWNER'S NAME Town of Southold _ 4. FACILITY OPERATOR'S NAME 5. ENGINEER'S NAME AND P.E.LICENSE NO. Same Elias W. Pritchard 44436 Address Address Firm Name 53095 Main Road Same Dvirka and Bartilucci I City City Address Southold Same 6800 Jericho Turnpike State/Zip Code State/Zip Code City/State/Zip Code I New York 11971 Same Syosset, NY 11791 Telephone Number Telephone Number Telephone Number ( 516 ) 765-1800 ( ) Same ( 516 ) 364-9892 6 FACILITY NAME AND LOCATION(Attach USGS Topo Map showing exact location) 7. SITE OWNER'S NAME I Name Town of Southold Transfer Station Town of Southold Street Address Middle Road (CR 48) 53095 Main Road I City,State,Zip Code City Cutchogue, NY 11935 Southold Town County StatelZlp Code Southold Suffolk NY 11971 ICoordinates Telephone NYTM—E N/A NYTM—N N/A (516 ) 765-1800 8. TYPE OF FACILITY(Check all applicable boxes) 9. IS APPLICATION BEING FILED BY OR 10. FEE AMOUNT 111 0 Landfill(Specify category) ON BEHALF OF A MUNICIPALITY? ENCLOSED 0 Research, Development and Demonstration ®Yes 0 No If yes,name. ❑Land Application ®Transfer Station I0 Solid Waste incineration 0 Medical Waste • $ 0 0 Refuse Derived Fuel Processing ❑Waste Tire Storage 11. NAME(S)OF ALL MUNICIPALITIES SERVED I0 Composting 0 Landfill Gas Recovery Town of Southold +❑Recyclables Handling and Recovery ❑Waste Oil 0 Other(Describe) I12. SOLID WASTE HANDLED 13. PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WHERE APPLICABLE a. List wastes to be accepted Municipal solid a. Facility area proposed in the application 112 acres Iwaste b. Facility.area ultimately planned 1/2 acres c. Ultimate facility height above existing ground level 25 feet b. Quantity(Specify Units) Existing"approved design capacity" d. Total site area 1/2 acres IProposed"approved design capacity" N/A e. Existing landfill area on this site and adjacent properties 60 acres 14. IS A VARIANCE REQUESTED FROM ANY PROVISION OF 6 NYCRR PART 380? I0 Yes ®No If yes,cite the specific provislon(s) 15. CERTIFICATION: I i hereby affirm under penalty of perjury that information provided on this form and attached statements and exhibits was prepared by me or under my supervision and direction and Is true to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that I have the authority or am authorized as Supervisor (title) of Town of Southold (Entity) to sign this application pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 360. I am aware that any false statement made herein is punishable as a Class A misdemeanor Ipursuant to Section 210.45 of the Penal Law. Scott L. Harris I Date Signature Print Name REGIONAL DRA COPY