HomeMy WebLinkAbout20131594.tiffMEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Services DATE: April 15, 2013
FROM: Heidi Hansen, P.E., Public Works Department
SUBJECT: USR13-0013, Keota Gas Plant
A Use by Special Review permit for a natural gas processing facility, storage and staging area,
future central processing facility, a LNG plant, and a power substation.
The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal. This project falls under the Use
by Special Review Standard, Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article II, Division 4, Section 23. Staff
comments made during this phase of the Use by Special Review process may not be all-inclusive, as
other issues may arise during the remaining application process.
COMMENTS:
CR 89 is a local gravel road and requires a 60 -foot right-of-way at full build out. There is presently a 60 -
foot right-of-way. This road is maintained by Weld County. Pursuant to the definition of SETBACK in the
Weld County Zoning (23-1-90), the required setback is measured from the future right-of-way line.
There is 30 feet of unmaintained County Section Line Right -of -Way along the northern and eastern
boundaries of the property please show and label this right-of-way on the plat.
The traffic information provided with the submittal states that the site (at build out) will generate around 70
trips per day of which 31 will be large trucks.
An improvements agreement is required for this site. Public Works will provide a draft of the agreement
after the Board of County Commissioners hearing for this project. An example Improvements Agreement
is available on the County Planning website under Application Assistance. Road maintenance including
dust control and damage repairs and triggers for improvements if the traffic were to increase, will be a
part of the agreement.
Two new accesses have been proposed for this project. The new accesses will be reviewed by the
County Traffic Engineer and either approved or denied. Please show the approved access point(s) on the
Plat and label them with the Access Permit numbers (will be provided).
The applicant indicates that the onsite gravel roadways will be designed to prevent tracking onto the
County Roadway. Please submit the gravel section design that will be used with the construction
drawings for Public Works to review.
Contact the Permitting/Inspection agent for Weld County Public Works, at (970) 304-6496, ext. 3764 for a
Right -of -Way permit for any work that may be required in the right-of-way on County roads. A special
transport permit will be required for any oversized or overweight vehicles that may access the site and
may also be obtained through the same office.
In the event that 1 or more acres are disturbed during the construction and development of this site, the
applicant shall obtain a stormwater discharge permit from the Water Quality Control Division of the
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
If more than 1 acre is to be disturbed, a grading permit will be required prior to the start of construction.
The grading permit application must contain: an erosion and sediment control plan, a grading plan,
installation details of all BMPs to be utilized, typical installation and maintenance notes for all BMPs to be
utilized, and a copy of the approved CDPHE stormwater permit.
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The applicant provided a "Preliminary Drainage Report" dated February 2013 and signed and stamped by
Joshua A. Sherman PE 43891 with Tetra Tech.
Please provide a final drainage report that follows the USR-SPR Drainage Report Checklist and a
complete set of construction drawings that have been stamped, signed, and dated by a registered
professional engineer licensed in the State of Colorado.
The Variance Request to allow a large part of the site to be retained on the neighboring farmland
property, as it historically drains, will be granted with the final drainage report and submittal of a letter
from the neighboring property owner accepting this runoff. Onsite water quality measures will be provided
for these flows.
This area IS NOT in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) as determined by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA).
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Show on the Plat:
a. CR 89 is a local gravel road and requires a 60 -foot right-of-way at full build out. The
applicant shall verify the existing 60 feet of right-of-way and the documents creating the
right-of-way and this information shall be noted on the plat. If the right-of-way cannot be
verified, it shall be dedicated. This road is maintained by Weld County.
b. There is 30 feet of unmaintained County section line right-of-way along the northern
property line. The applicant shall verify the existing 30 feet of right-of-way and the
documents creating the right-of-way and this information shall be noted on the plat.
c. There is 30 feet of unmaintained County section line right-of-way along the eastern
property line. The applicant shall verify the existing 30 feet of right-of-way and the
documents creating the right-of-way and this information shall be noted on the plat.
d. Show the approved access(es) on the Plat and label with the approved access permit
number (will be provided).
2. Before recording the Plat:
a. An Improvements Agreement including collateral for all on -site and off -site improvements
as well as road maintenance is required for this site. Road maintenance including dust
control, damage repair, and triggers for improvements will be included.
b. Submit a Final Drainage Report that follows the USR-SPR Drainage Report Checklist
and a complete set of Construction Drawings (including the onsite gravel section to
prevent tracking onto the County roadway) that have been stamped, signed, and dated
by a registered Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Colorado.
3. Before Construction:
a. In the event that 1 or more acres are disturbed during the construction and development
of this site, the applicant shall obtain a stormwater discharge permit from the Water
Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
b. If more than 1 acre is to be disturbed, a grading permit will be required prior to the start of
construction. The grading permit application must contain: an erosion and sediment
control plan, a grading plan, installation details of all BMPs to be utilized, typical
installation and maintenance notes for all BMPs to be utilized, and a copy of the
approved CDPHE stormwater permit.
4. Add the following notes to the plat:
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a. Pursuant to Chapter 15, Articles I and II of the Weld County Code, if noxious weeds exist
on the property or become established as a result of the proposed development, the
applicant/landowner shall be responsible for controlling the noxious weeds.
b. Off-street parking spaces including the access drive shall be surfaced with gravel,
asphalt, recycled asphalt base, concrete or the equivalent and shall be graded to prevent
drainage problems.
c. The historical flow patterns and run-off amounts will be maintained on site in such a
manner that it will reasonably preserve the natural character of the area and prevent
property damage of the type generally attributed to run-off rate and velocity increases,
diversions, concentration and/or unplanned ponding of storm run-off.
d. The applicant must take into consideration storm water capture/quantity and provide
accordingly for best management practices.
e. Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance of onsite drainage related features.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: KIM OGLE, PLANNING SERVICES
FROM: MARY EVETT, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
SUBJECT: USR13-0013
DATE: APRIL 15, 2013
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal fora mineral resource
development facility, oil and gas support service, including a natural gas processing
facility, liquefied natural gas plant, an oil and gas central processing facility, a power
substation, and storage and staging area. Trucks will be used to convey some of the
product coming and going from the site, and pipelines will also be used. The facility will
be operated by Noble Energy.
It is proposed to have up to 26 full-time employees, 31 drivers, and 5 miscellaneous
visitors accessing the site on a daily basis. Permanent water and sewage disposal will
be required for employees, drivers and other personnel. An engineer designed septic
system will be required and the septic permit will require Weld County Board of Health
approval. The applicant shall designate the location of the proposed septic system on
the plat. The septic system must be protected from vehicle traffic. In addition, portable
toilets with hand wash units will be placed near the load/unload area for the drivers who
do not have access to the office restroom facilities due to security restrictions.
An individual well is proposed. The applicant will need to submit documentation from the
Colorado Division of Water Resources that the well is approved for commercial use.
The well water system may be regulated by the Colorado Primary Drinking Water
Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1).
The waste handling plan stipulates that there will be a trash dumpster on site and will
likely be serviced by Waste Management or another disposal company. In addition, a
Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC Plan) will be developed for
this site. The applicant will need to revise the waste handling plan to include a list of
types and quantities of chemicals to be stored on site, a list of types and quantities of
wastes generated from equipment maintenance, procedures for cleanup and disposal of
spilled hazardous materials, and a list of chosen waste handlers and disposal
companies. Also, include the approved disposal facility for the waste water stream.
In accordance with Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Rule 604, berms or
other secondary containment devices shall be constructed around crude oil,
condensate, and produced water storage tanks to provide secondary containment for
the largest single tank, along with sufficient freeboard to contain precipitation. Berms or
other secondary containment devices shall be sufficiently impervious to contain any
spilled or released material. The applicant will need to submit documentation
demonstrating that the Commission's secondary containment requirements have been
met. Include specifications for spill containment in the truck loading/unloading areas.
On site dust will be controlled by having the access drive and circulation areas graveled,
and a water truck will be utilized to suppress dust.
We have no objections to the proposal; however, we do recommend that the following
conditions be part of any approval:
We recommend that the following requirements be met prior to allowing the plat to be
recorded:
1. The applicant shall submit evidence of an Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.)
and Emissions Permit application from the Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado
Department of Health and Environment, if applicable. Alternately, the applicant can
provide evidence from the APCD that they are not subject to these requirements.
(Note: An Air Pollution Emission Notice (APEN) is also required if the amount
of disturbed area exceeds 25 acres.)
2. Submit documentation demonstrating that the secondary containment to be
constructed around the aboveground tanks complies with the Colorado Oil and Gas
Conservation Commission's Rule 604. Include specifications for spill containment in
the truck loading/unloading areas.
3. The applicant shall designate the location of the proposed septic system on the plat.
The septic system must be protected from vehicle traffic.
4. A signed copy of the Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan shall be
provided to Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department
of Public Health & Environment.
5. The applicant shall submit written evidence from the Colorado Division of Water
Resources, demonstrating that the well is appropriately permitted for the commercial
use.
6. In the event the facility's water system serves more 25 persons on a daily basis the
water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5
CCR 1003-1). Evidence shall be provided to the Weld County Department of Public
Health and Environment that the system complies with the Regulations.
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7. The applicant shall submit a revised waste handling plan, for approval, to the
Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public
Health & Environment. The plan shall include at a minimum, the following:
1) A list of wastes which are expected to be generated on site (this should
include expected volumes and types of waste generated, including waste
generated from equipment maintenance).
2) A list of the type and volume of chemicals expected to be stored on site.
3) The waste handler and facility where the waste will be disposed (including
the facility name, address, and phone number).
4) The approved disposal facility for the waste water stream (including the
facility name, address, and phone number).
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
conditions that must be met one month prior to construction activities:
1. The applicant shall submit evidence of a Colorado Discharge Permit System or
CDPS permit from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
(CDPH&E), Water Quality Control Division, to cover stormwater discharges from
construction sites (5 CCR-1002-61). Alternately, the applicant can provide
evidence from CDPH&E that they are not subject to the CDPS requirements.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
conditions that must be met prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy:
1. An individual sewage disposal system is required for the proposed facility and
shall be installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal
Regulations. The septic system is required to be designed by a Colorado
Registered Professional Engineer according to the Weld County Individual
Sewage Disposal Regulations.
2. The applicant shall submit evidence of an Underground Injection Control (UIC)
Class V Injection Well permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
for any large -capacity septic system (a septic system with the capacity to serve
20 or more persons per day). Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence
from the EPA that they are not subject to the EPA Class V requirements.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
development standards:
1. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and
Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended) shall be stored and removed for
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final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater
contamination.
2. No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This is not
meant to include those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid
waste in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S.,
as amended.
3. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls
fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential
nuisance conditions.
4. The applicant shall operate in accordance with the approved "waste handling
plan".
5. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site.
The facility shall be operated in accordance with the approved "dust abatement
plan" at all times.
6. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the
Industrial Zone as delineated in Section 14-9-30 of the Weld County Code or all
applicable State noise statutes and/or regulations.
7. The operation shall comply with all applicable oil and gas operations regulated by
the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
8. In accordance with Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Rule 604, a
spillage retention berm shall be constructed around the aboveground storage
tanks. The volume retained by the spillage berm should be greater than the
volume of the largest tank inside the berm and sufficient freeboard to contain
precipitation.
9. The facility shall be constructed and operated to ensure that contamination of soil
and groundwater does not occur.
10. Any petroleum contaminated soils on the facility shall be removed, treated or
disposed of in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.
11.A Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure plan shall be kept on site, at all
times.
12. All potentially hazardous chemicals must be stored and handled in a safe manner
in accordance with product labeling and in a manner that minimizes the release
of hazardous air pollutants (HAP's) and volatile organic compounds (VOC's). All
chemicals must be stored secure, on an impervious surface, and in accordance
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with manufacturer's recommendations.
13. Adequate drinking, hand washing and toilet facilities shall be provided for
employees and patrons of the facility, at all times.
14. Sewage disposal for the facility shall be by septic system. Any septic system
located on the property must comply with all provisions of the Weld County Code,
pertaining to Individual Sewage Disposal Systems.
15. Portable toilets and hand wash units may be utilized in the load/unload areas for
drivers who do not have access to the office restroom facilities due to security
restrictions. Records of maintenance and proper disposal for portable toilets shall
be retained on a quarterly basis and available for review by the Weld County
Department of Public Health and Environment. Portable toilets shall be serviced
by a cleaner licensed in Weld County and shall contain hand sanitizers.
16.A permanent, adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary
purposes.
17. In the event the facility's well water system serves more 25 persons on a daily
basis the water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water
Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1). If not subject to these requirements, the Weld
County Department of Public Health and Environment strongly encourages well
users to test their drinking water prior to consumption and periodically thereafter.
18. Adequate toilet facilities (portable toilets), hand wash units and bottled water
shall be provided during the construction of the facility.
19. The applicant shall obtain a Colorado Discharge Permit System or CDPS permit
from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPH&E),
Water Quality Control Division, as applicable.
20. The facility shall comply with the Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.) permit
requirements as stipulated by the Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment, as applicable.
21. The operation shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act. (OSHA)
22. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of State and
Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
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Department of Planning Services
1555 N 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80631
(970) 353-6100
Weld County Referral
Date: April 5,2013
Applicant: Quarter Circle Lazy H Ranch Inc.
Project: A SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT FOR A
MINERAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FACILITY, OIL AND GAS SUPPORT AND SERVICE,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO A NATURAL GAS PROCESSING FACILITY, A
COMMUNICATIONS TOWER GREATER THAN 70 FEET IN HEIGHT [100 FEET], A NEW
EQUIPMENT AND PIPE STORAGE YARD, A LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS (LNG) PLANT AND
STORAGE FACILITY, AND MORE THAN ONE CARGO (CONEX) CONTAINER IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL) ZONE
DISTRICT
Case Number: USR13-0013
Parcel Number: 046521000003-R0412986
After reviewing the application and documents submitted the Building Department has the following comments:
Building permits will be required for the Oil and Gas Support and Service Facility and associated buildings and
equipment. A building permit application must be completed and two complete sets of engineered plans including
engineered foundation plans bearing the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or engineer must be submitted.
A geotechnical engineering report performed by a registered State of Colorado engineer shall be required or a open
hole inspection.
Buildings, equipment and structures shall conform to the requirements of the various codes adopted at the time of
permit application. Currently the following has been adopted by Weld County: 2012 International Building Code; 2012
International Mechanical Code; 2012 International Plumbing Code: 2012 International Energy Code; 2006
International Fuel Gas Code; 2011 National Electrical Code; 2009 ANSI 117.1 Accessibility Code the 2012
International Plumbing Code and Chapter 29 of the Weld County Code.
A plan review shall be approved and a permit must be issued prior to the start of construction.
All building requirements can be found on the Weld County web -site
www.co.weld.co.us/planning department/building inspection/permits
Frank Piacentino
Plans Examiner
Department of Building Inspection
From: Jtov Rudisill
To: Kim Cale• pam.Porafaltetratech corn
Subject: EPCRA Requirements USR 13-0013
Date: Friday, May 31, 2013 5:00:28 PM
Attachments: FPIRA FAQ Sheet odf
Kim, I talked with Pam Pora with Tetra Tech regarding the EPCRA requirements. I
understand there is a hearing this Tuesday. Pam is requesting information on the
requirements. I have listed the requirements and the reporting process.
The EPCRA Law requires facilities to report reportable quantities of hazardous material
stored on site to the Local Emergency Planning Committee, Fire District and the State
Department of Environmental Health.
The contact for the Local Emergency Planning Committee for Weld County is the Office of
Emergency Management. The Fire District will depend on the location of the facility but
that will be easy to identify.
Once the facility is operational, if the facility stores reportable quantities of hazardous
materials then an annual Tier II report is required using electronic submission from Tier 2
Submit.
All of this process can be coordinated through my office. I have attached a copy of the
EPCRA overview or FAQ sheet. Hope this helps to clear up any concerns.
Roy
Director Roy Rudisill
Weld County Office of Emergency Management
1150 O St. Greeley Co. 80632
970-304-6540 Office
970-381-0417 Cell
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The Emergency Planning and Community Right -to -Know Act
On December 4, 1984, methyl isocyanate, an extremely toxic chemical escaped from a
Union Carbide chemical plant in Bhopal, India. Thousands died and many more were
injured. Some suffered permanent disabilities. Approximately six months later, a similar
incident occurred at the Institute, West Virginia. These two events raised concern about
local preparedness for chemical emergencies and the availability of information on
hazardous chemicals.
In response to these concerns, Congress passed the Emergency Planning and
Community Right -to -Know Act (EPCRA) in 1986. EPCRA establishes requirements for
federal, state and local governments, Indian tribes, and industry regarding emergency
planning and "Community Right -to -Know" reporting on hazardous and toxic chemicals.
The Community Right -to -Know provisions help increase public's knowledge and access
to information on chemicals at individual facilities, their uses, and releases into the
environment. States and communities, working with facilities, can use the information to
improve chemical safety and protect public health and the environment.
What Are SERCs, TERCS, and LEPCs?
The Governor of each state designated a State Emergency Response Commission
(SERC). The SERCs, in turn, designated about 3,500 local emergency planning
districts and appointed Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) for each
district. The SERC supervises and coordinates the activities of the LEPC,
establishes procedures for receiving and processing public requests for information
collected under EPCRA, and reviews local emergency response plans.
The Chief Executive Office of the Tribe appoints the Tribal Emergency Response
Commissions (TERCs). TERCs have the same responsibilities as the SERCs.
The LEPC membership must include, at a minimum, local officials including police,
fire, civil defense, public health, transportation, and environmental professionals, as
well as representatives of facilities subject to the emergency planning requirements,
community groups, and the media. The LEPCs must develop an emergency
response plan, review it at least annually, and provide information about chemicals
in the community to citizens.
What Does EPCRA Cover?
EPCRA has four major provisions:
• Emergency planning (sections 301-303),
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• Emergency release notification (section 304),
• Hazardous chemical storage reporting requirements (sections 311-312), and
• Toxic chemical release inventory (section 313).
Information collected from these four requirements helps states and communities
develop a broad perspective of chemical hazards for the entire community, as well as
for individual facilities. Regulations implementing EPCRA are codified in Title 40 of the
Code of Federal Regulations, parts 350 to 372. The chemicals covered by each of the
sections are different, as are the quantities that trigger reporting. Table 1 summarizes
the chemicals and thresholds.
What Are Emergency Response Plans (Sections 301-303)?
Emergency Response plans contain information that community officials can use at the
time of a chemical accident. Community emergency response plans for chemical
accidents were developed under section 303. LEPCs are required to update these
plans annually. The plans must:
• Identify facilities and transportation routes of extremely hazardous substances;
• Describe emergency response procedures, on and off site;
• Designate a community coordinator and facility coordinator(s) to implement the
plan;
• Outline emergency notification procedures;
• Describe how to determine the probable affected area and population by
releases;
Describe local emergency equipment and facilities and the persons responsible
for them;
• Outline evacuation plans;
• Provide a training program for emergency responders (including schedules);
and,
Provide methods and schedules for exercising emergency response plans.
Planning activities of LEPCs and facilities initially focused on, but were not limited to,
the 406 extremely hazardous substances (EHSs) listed by EPA in 1987 (now currently
355 chemicals).The list includes the threshold planning quantities (minimum limits) for
each substance. Any facility that has EHS at or above its threshold planning quantity
must notify the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) or the Tribal
Emergency Response Commission (TERC) and Local Emergency Planning
Committee (LEPC) within 60 days after they first receive a shipment or produce the
substance on site.
What Are the Emergency Notification Requirements (Section 304)?
Facilities must immediately notify the LEPC and the SERC or the TERC if there is a
release into the environment of a hazardous substance that is equal to or exceeds the
minimum reportable quantity set in the regulations. This requirement covers the 355
extremely hazardous substances, as well as the more than 700 hazardous substances
subject to the emergency notification requirements under CERCLA section 103(a)(40
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CFR 302.4). Some chemicals are common to both lists. Initial notification can be
made by telephone, radio, or in person. Emergency notification requirements involving
transportation incidents can be met by dialing 911, or in the absence of a 911
emergency number, calling the operator. This emergency notification needs to
include:
• The chemical name;
• An indication of whether it is an extremely hazardous substance;
• An estimate of the quantity released into the environment;
• The time and duration of the release;
• Whether the release occurred into air, water, and/or land;
• Any known or anticipated acute or chronic health risks associated with
the emergency, and where necessary, advice regarding medical
attention for exposed individuals;
• Proper precautions, such as evacuation or sheltering in place; and,
• Name and telephone number of contact person.
A written follow-up notice must be submitted to the SERC or the TERC and LEPC as
soon as practicable after the release. The follow-up notice must update information
included in the initial notice and provide information on actual response actions taken
and advice regarding medical attention necessary for citizens exposed.
What Are the Community Right -to -know Requirements (Sections 311 and 312)?
Under Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, employers
must maintain a material safety data sheet (MSDS) for any hazardous chemicals
stored or used in the work place. Approximately 500,000 products are required to
have MSDSs.
Section 311 requires facilities that have MSDSs for chemicals held above certain
threshold quantities to submit either copies of their MSDSs or a list of these chemicals
to the SERC or TERC, LEPC, and local fire department. If the facility owner or
operator chooses to submit a list of chemicals, the list must include the chemical or
common name of each substance and must identify the applicable hazard categories.
These hazard categories are:
• Immediate (acute) health hazard;
• Delayed (chronic) health hazard;
• Fire hazard;
• Sudden release of pressure hazard; and
• Reactive hazard.
If a list is submitted, the facility must submit a copy of the MSDSs for any chemical
on the list upon request by the LEPC.
Office of Emergency Management Factsheet
EPCRA September 2012
Facilities that start using a hazardous chemical or increase the quantity to exceed
the thresholds must submit MSDSs or a list of MSDSs chemicals within three
months after they become covered. Facilities must provide a revised MSDS to
update the original MSDS or list if significant new information is discovered about
the hazardous chemical.
Facilities covered by section 311 must submit annually an Emergency and
Hazardous Chemical Inventory Form to the LEPC, the SERC or the TERC, and the
local fire department as required under section 312. Facilities provide either a Tier
or Tier II inventory form. Tier I inventory form include the following aggregate
information for each applicable hazard category:
• An estimate (in ranges) of the maximum amount of hazardous chemicals
for each category present at the facility at any time during the preceding
calendar year;
• An estimate (in ranges) of the average daily amount of hazardous
chemicals in each category; and,
• The general location of hazardous chemicals in each category. The Tier
II inventory form contains basically the same information as the Tier I,
but it must list the specific chemicals. Tier II inventory form provide the
following information for each chemical:
• The chemical name or the common name as indicated on the MSDS;
• An estimate (in ranges) of the maximum amount of the chemical present
at any time during the preceding calendar year and the average daily
amount;
• A brief description of the manner of storage of the chemical;
• The location of the chemical at the facility; and
• An indication of whether the owner elects to withhold location information
from disclosure to the public.
Many states now require Tier II inventory form or the state equivalent including
electronic reporting under state law. Section 312 information must be submitted on
or before March 1 each year for information on chemicals present at the facility in
the previous year. The information submitted under sections 311 and 312 is
available to the public from LEPCs and SERCs or TERCs.
What is the Toxics Release Inventory (Section 313)?
Section 313 of EPCRA established the Toxics Release Inventory. TRI tracks the
management of certain toxic chemicals that pose a threat to human health and the
environment. Facilities in different industry sectors must annually report how much of
each chemical they managed through recycling, energy recovery, treatment and
environmental releases. TRI reporting forms must be submitted to EPA and the
appropriate state or tribe by July 1 of each year. These forms cover environmental
releases and other management of toxic chemicals that occurred during the previous
calendar year.
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EPCRA September 2012
The information submitted by facilities is compiled in the Toxics Release Inventory
and made available to the public through the TRI website: www.eva.ciov/tri. TRI
helps support informed decision -making by industry, government, non -governmental
organizations and the public. TRI includes information about:
• On -site releases (including disposal) of toxic chemicals to air, surface
water and land;
- On -site recycling, treatment and energy recovery associated with TRI
chemicals;
- Off -site transfers of toxic chemicals from TRI facilities to other locations;
- Pollution prevention activities at facilities;
• Releases of lead, mercury, dioxin and other persistent, bioaccumulative
and toxic (PBT) chemicals; and
• Facilities in a variety of industry sectors (including manufacturing, metal
mining and electric power generation) and some federal facilities.
A complete list of covered facilities is available online:
http://www.epa.gov/M/lawsandreqs/naicincodes.htm.
Some of the ways TRI data can be used include:
Identifying sources of toxic chemical releases;
Beginning to analyze potential toxic chemical hazards to human health
and the environment; and
Encouraging pollution prevention at facilities.
Table 1: EPCRA Chemicals and Reporting Thresholds
Section 302
Section 304
Sections 311/312
Section 313
Chemicals
355 Extremely
>1,000 substances
Approximately
> 650 Toxic Chemicals
Covered
Hazardous
Substances
500,000 hazardous
chemicals
and categories
Thresholds
Threshold Planning
Quantityl-10,000
Reportable quantity,
1-5,000 pounds.
500 pounds orTPQ
whichever is less for
25.000 pounds per year
manufactured or
pounds on site at any
released in a 24 -hour
EHSs; 75,000
processed; 10,000
one time
period
gallons for gasoline;
100,000 gallons for
diesel and 10,000
pounds for all other
hazardous chemicals
pounds a year
otherwise used;
persistent
bioaccumulative toxics
have
lower thresholds
Office of Emergency Management
Factsheet
EPCRA September 2012
What Else Does EPCRA Require?
Trade Secrets. EPCRA section 322 allows facilities to file trade secrets in their
reports under EPCRA sections 303, 311, 312, and 313. Only the specific chemical
identity may be claimed as a trade secret, though a generic class for the chemical
must be provided. The criteria a facility must meet to claim a chemical identity as a
trade secret are in 40 CFR pan 350. A facility cannot claim trade secrets under
EPCRA section 304.
Even if specific chemical identity information can be legally withheld from the public,
EPCRA section 323 allows the information to be disclosed to health professionals
who need the information for diagnostic and treatment purposes or local health
officials who need the information for prevention and treatment. In non -emergency
cases, the health professional must sign a confidentiality agreement with the facility
and provide a written statement of need. During a medical emergency, the health
professional may obtain the specific chemical identity from the facility for treatment.
Any person may challenge trade secret claims by petitioning EPA. The Agency must
then review the claim and rule on its validity.
EPCRA Penalties. EPCRA section 325 allows civil and administrative penalties
ranging up to $10,000 - $75,000 per violation or per day per violation when facilities
fail to comply with the reporting requirements. Criminal penalties up to $50,000 or
five years in prison apply to any person who knowingly and willfully fails to provide
emergency release notification. Penalties of not more than $20,000 and/or up to one
year in prison apply to any person who knowingly and willfully discloses any
information entitled to protection as a trade secret.
Citizens Suits, EPCRA section 326 allows citizens to initiate civil actions against
EPA, SERCs, and the owner or operator of a facility for failure to meet the EPCRA
requirements. A SERC or TERC, LEPC, and state or local government may institute
actions against facility owner or operator for failure to comply with EPCRA
requirements. In addition, states may sue EPA for failure to provide trade secret
information.
Office of Emergency Management Factsheet
EPCRA
September 2012
Reporting Schedules
Section
302 One time notification to SERC / TERC and LEPC.
304 Each time a release above a reportable quantity of an EHS or CERCLA
Hazardous Substance occurs to LEPC and SERC or TERC.
311 One time submission of MSDS or list of hazardous chemicals. An update is
required for new chemicals or new information about chemicals already
submitted to the SERC or TERC, LEPC, and the fire department with
Jurisdiction over the facility.
312 Annually, by. March 1 to SERC or TERC. LEPC; and the fire :department with
Jurisdiction over the facility.
313 Annually, by July 1, to EPA, states and tribes.
Where Can You Find EPCRA Information?
Regulations, policy memorandums, answers to frequently asked questions related to
EPCRA sections 301 to 312 can be obtained from:
www.epa.govlemergencies/content/epera/index.htm.
MSDSs, hazardous chemical inventory forms, follow-up emergency notices, and the
emergency response plan are available from the SERC or the TERC and LEPC.
EPA has compiled a list of all chemicals covered under these regulations into a single
list and published them as The Title III List of Lists, which is available online:
www.epa.gov/emergencies/tools.htm#lol.
Each year, EPA publishes the TRI National Analysis, a report summarizing the most
recent TRI data. TRI data are available through a variety of online tools and applications
at www.epa.gov/tri/tridata. Users can search TRI data by year, facility name, geographic
location, chemical of interest and industry sector.
Initial emergency release notifications made to the National Response Center or EPA
are available online: www.nrc.uscq.mil/nrchp.html.
A list of SERCs is available online:
www.epa.gov/emergencies/content/epera/serc contacts.htm
Factsheet on Chemical Emergency Preparedness and Prevention in Indian Country can
be obtained from htte://www.epa.gov/osweroe1/dots/chem/tribalalert.pdf.
Office of Emergency Management Factsheet
EPCRA September 2012
Are There Other Laws That Provide Similar Information?
The Oil Pollution Act (OPA) of 1990 includes national planning and preparedness
provisions for oil spills that are similar to EPCRA provisions for extremely hazardous
substances. Plans are developed at the local, state and federal levels. The OPA plans
offer an opportunity for LEPCs to coordinate their plans with area and facility oil spill
plans covering the same geographical area.
The 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments require the EPA and OSHA to issue regulations
for chemical accident prevention. Facilities that have certain chemicals above specified
threshold quantities are required to develop a risk management program to identify and
evaluate hazards and manage those hazards safely. Facilities subject to EPA's
Chemical Accident Prevention regulations must submit a risk management plan (RMP)
summarizing its program.
For More Information
Contact the Superfund, TRI, EPCRA, RMP & Oil Information Center:
800-424-9346 or 703-412-9810
TDD 800-553-7672 or 703-412-3323 Metropolitan DC area and international TDD
Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, EST
For information on the Office of Emergency Management, visit:
www epa.gov/emergencies.
For EPA EPCRA Regional contacts, visit:
http://www.epa.gov/emergencies/content/regional.htm.
For information on chemical emergency preparedness and prevention in Indian country,
visit: http://www.epa.gov/tribalcon pliance/pubsafety/pspublicdrill html#chemical
For more information about the TRI Program, visit: www.epa.qov/tri.
Office of Emergency Management Factsheet
Kim Ogle
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Kristine Ranslem
Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:24 AM
Kim Ogle
FW: USR13-0013 Referral
Please see referral comments below.
Klrisav,e RavtsLevw
Planning Technician
Weld County Planning Services
1555 N 17th Ave, Greeley CO 80631
970-353-6100 ext. 3519
From: Steve Sundet [mailto:sundet@mcrea.org]
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 11:24 AM
To: Kristine Ranslem
Subject: RE: USR13-0013 Referral
Morgan County REA is in support of this project. We are working with Noble Energy to provide electric power as an
alternative to them using gas driven generators.
Stepha,vvT. Sundet, P.E.
Manager of Engineering
Morgan County REA
20169 Hwy 34
Fort Morgan CO 80701
970-867-5688 w
970-867-3277 f
970-768-6537 c
From: Kristine Ranslem [mailto:kranslem@co.weld.co.us]
Sent: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 7:34 AM
To: Roy Rudisill; Keith Maxey; Bethany Salzman; Roger Ainsworth; douglas.camrud@state.co.us; Records Center, 0PS
Public; ioanna.williams@state.co.us; Comaniciu, Ioana; Billings, Sandra; troy.florian@state.co.us;
jamie.prochno@state.co.us; pawnee supt@hotmail.com; Joyce Wallace; Steve Sundet
Subject: USR13-0013 Referral
We have just received a case (USR13-0013) in which we ask that you review the material and send a
referral to us. The following is a quick link to the case in question:
http://www.co.weld.co. us/Departments/PlanningZoning/CurrentPlanningCases/index. html#USR13-
0013
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at the number below. Thank you!
K.ristf vte R.avusLev1t.
Planning Technician
Weld County Planning Services
1555 N 17th Ave, Greeley CO 80631
970-353-6100 ext. 3519
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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
0;'• DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
March 20, 2013
John W. Hickenlooper
Governor
Mike King
Executive Director
Dick Wolfe, P.E.
Director/State Engineer
Kim Ogle
Weld County Planning Department
kogle@co.weld.co.us
RE: Quarter Circle Lazy H Ranch, Inc., c/o Noble Energy; USR13-0013
N2 Section 21, T9N, R61 W of the 6th P.M
Water Division 8, Water District 1
Dear Ms. Ogle:
This referral does not appear to qualify as a 'subdivision" as defined in Section 30-
28-101(10)(a), C.R.S. Therefore, pursuant to the State Engineer's March 4, 2005
memorandum to county planning directors, this office will only perform a cursory review of
the referral information and provide informal comments. The comments do not address the
adequacy of the water supply plan for this project or the ability of the water supply plan to
satisfy any County regulations or requirements. In addition, the comments provided herein
cannot be used to guarantee a viable water supply plan or infrastructure, the issuance of a
well permit, or physical availability of water.
Nobel Energy is proposing to purchase 80 acres of land from Quarter Circle Lazy H
Ranch Inc. for a natural gas processing facility, storage area and gas plant staging area, a
future central processing facility, a LNG (liquefied natural gas) plant, and a power
substation.
There are no existing well permits on the property. According to the submittal, Nobel
Energy plans to apply for a commercial well permit for a restroom facility on the property
when the site develops. Any new well permit applications would be evaluated pursuant to
the applicable statutes and rules at the time they are submitted to this office.
During the construction phase of the project, Nobel Energy plans use a water truck for
dust suppression. Nobel Energy should be able to document that the water for dust
suppression came from a source approved for industrial use.
Office of the State Engineer
1313 Sherman Street, Suite 818 • Denver, CO 80203 • Phone: 303-866-3581 • Fax: 303-866-2223
www.water.state.co.us
Kim Ogle Page 2
March 20, 2013
Should you have any questions in this matter, please contact Justina Mickelson of
this office.
Sincerely,
Keith Vander Horst, P.E.
Designated Basins Team Leader
cc: Division 1 Division Engineer
District 1 Water Commissioner
KVH/JPM: NobelEnergyUSR13-0008.doc
Submit by Email
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March 19, 2013
Weld County Referral
110EIVED
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Gounty Plann'mi; Depa imam
GREELEY OFFICE
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Quarter Circle Lazy H Ranch Inc. Case Number: USR13-0013
Please Reply By: April 16, 2013 Planner: Kim Ogle
Project: A SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT FOR A
MINERAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FACILITY, OIL AND GAS SUPPORT AND SERVICE,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO A NATURAL GAS PROCESSING FACILITY, A
COMMUNICATIONS TOWER GREATER THAN 70 FEET IN HEIGHT [100 FEET], A NEW
EQUIPMENT AND PIPE STORAGE YARD, A LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS (LNG) PLANT AND
STORAGE FACILITY, AND MORE THAN ONE CARGO (CONEX) CONTAINER IN THE A
(AGRICULTURAL) ZONE DISTRICT
Location: EAST OF AND ADJACENT TO CR 89; ONE MILE NORTH OF CR 102
Parcel Number: 046521000003-R0412986 Legal: N2 SECTION 21, T9N, R61W of the 6th P.M., Weld
County, Colorado.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not
received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning
Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner
associated with the request. Please note that new Information may be added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional
information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
•
We have reviewed the request and find that it does / does not comply with our Comprehensive
Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Signature / /c e
Agency
Weld County OEM
Date
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Weld County Planning Dept. 1555 N 17th Ave, Greeley, CO. 80631 (970) 353-6100 ext.3540 (970) 304-6498 fax
GOUNTY
Interoffice Memo
To: Kim Ogle
From: Roy Rudisill
Date: March 27, 2013
Subject: USR13-0013
M r. Ogle,
I have reviewed the application and request that Noble Energy Inc. comply with EPCRA
Section 311-312 reporting for hazardous chemical storage.
EPCRA Sections 311-312
For any hazardous chemical used or stored in the workplace, facilities must maintain a
material safety data sheet (MSDS), and submit the MSDSs (or a list of the chemicals) to
their State Emergency Response Commission (SERC), Local Emergency Planning
Committee (LEPC) and local fire department. Facilities must also report an annual
inventory of these chemicals by March 1 of each year to their SERC, LEPC and local fire
department. The information must be made available to the public.
!.
Roy Rudisill
Weld OEM
2/
Department of Planning Services
1555 N 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80631
(970) 353-6100
Weld County Referral
Date: April 5,2013
Applicant: Quarter Circle Lazy H Ranch Inc.
Project: A SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT FOR A
MINERAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FACILITY, OIL AND GAS SUPPORT AND SERVICE,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO A NATURAL GAS PROCESSING FACILITY, A
COMMUNICATIONS TOWER GREATER THAN 70 FEET IN HEIGHT [100 FEET], A NEW
EQUIPMENT AND PIPE STORAGE YARD, A LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS (LNG) PLANT AND
STORAGE FACILITY, AND MORE THAN ONE CARGO (CONEX) CONTAINER IN THE A
(AGRICULTURAL) ZONE DISTRICT
Case Number: USR13-0013
Parcel Number: 046521000003-R0412986
After reviewing the application and documents submitted the Building Department has the following
comments:
Building permits will be required for the Oil and Gas Support and Service Facility and associated buildings
and equipment.
A building permit application must be completed and two complete sets of engineered plans including
engineered foundation plans bearing the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or engineer must
be submitted.
A geotechnical engineering report performed by a registered State of Colorado engineer shall be required
or a open hole inspection.
Buildings, equipment and structures shall conform to the requirements of the various codes adopted at
the time of permit application. Currently the following has been adopted by Weld County: 2012
International Building Code; 2012 International Mechanical Code; 2012 International Plumbing Code:
2012 International Energy Code; 2006 International Fuel Gas Code; 2011 National Electrical Code; 2009
ANSI 117.1 Accessibility Code the 2012 International Plumbing Code and Chapter 29 of the Weld County
Code.
A plan review shall be approved and a permit must be issued prior to the start of construction.
All building requirements can be found on the Weld County web -site
www.co.weld.co.us/planning department/building inspection/permits
Frank Piacentino
MEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Services DATE: April 15, 2013
FROM: Heidi Hansen, P.E., Public Works Department
SUBJECT: USR13-0013, Keota Gas Plant
A Use by Special Review permit for a natural gas processing facility, storage and staging area,
future central processing facility, a LNG plant, and a power substation.
The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal. This project falls under the Use
by Special Review Standard, Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article II, Division 4, Section 23. Staff
comments made during this phase of the Use by Special Review process may not be all-inclusive, as
other issues may arise during the remaining application process.
COMMENTS:
CR 89 is a local gravel road and requires a 60 -foot right-of-way at full build out. There is presently a 60 -
foot right-of-way. This road is maintained by Weld County. Pursuant to the definition of SETBACK in the
Weld County Zoning (23-1-90), the required setback is measured from the future right-of-way line.
There is 30 feet of unmaintained County Section Line Right -of -Way along the northern and eastern
boundaries of the property please show and label this right-of-way on the plat
The traffic information provided with the submittal states that the site (at build out) will generate around 70
trips per day of which 31 will be large trucks.
An improvements agreement is required for this site. Public Works will provide a draft of the agreement
after the Board of County Commissioners hearing for this project. An example Improvements Agreement
is available on the County Planning website under Application Assistance. Road maintenance including
dust control and damage repairs and triggers for improvements if the traffic were to increase, will be a
part of the agreement.
Two new accesses have been proposed for this project. The new accesses will be reviewed by the
County Traffic Engineer and either approved or denied. Please show the approved access point(s) on the
Plat and label them with the Access Permit numbers (will be provided).
The applicant indicates that the onsite gravel roadways will be designed to prevent tracking onto the
County Roadway. Please submit the gravel section design that will be used with the construction
drawings for Public Works to review.
Contact the Permitting/Inspection agent for Weld County Public Works, at (970) 304-6496, ext. 3764 for a
Right -of -Way permit for any work that may be required in the right-of-way on County roads. A special
transport permit will be required for any oversized or overweight vehicles that may access the site and
may also be obtained through the same office.
In the event that 1 or more acres are disturbed during the construction and development of this site, the
applicant shall obtain a stormwater discharge permit from the Water Quality Control Division of the
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
If more than 1 acre is to be disturbed, a grading permit will be required prior to the start of construction.
The grading permit application must contain: an erosion and sediment control plan, a grading plan,
installation details of all BMPs to be utilized, typical installation and maintenance notes for all BMPs to be
utilized, and a copy of the approved CDPHE stormwater permit.
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0013 I P WJ.docx
The applicant provided a "Preliminary Drainage Report" dated February 2013 and signed and stamped by
Joshua A. Sherman PE 43891 with Tetra Tech.
Please provide a final drainage report that follows the USR-SPR Drainage Report Checklist and a
complete set of construction drawings that have been stamped, signed, and dated by a registered
professional engineer licensed in the State of Colorado.
The Variance Request to allow a large part of the site to be retained on the neighboring farmland
property, as it historically drains, will be granted with the final drainage report and submittal of a letter
from the neighboring property owner accepting this runoff. Onsite water quality measures will be provided
for these flows.
This area IS NOT in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) as determined by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA).
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Show on the Plat:
CR 89 is a local gravel road and requires a 60 -foot right-of-way at full build out. The
applicant shall verify the existing 60 feet of right-of-way and the documents creating the
right-of-way and this information shall be noted on the plat. If the right-of-way cannot be
verified, it shall be dedicated. This road is maintained by Weld County.
There is 30 feet of unmaintained County section line right-of-way along the northern
property line. The applicant shall verify the existing 30 feet of right-of-way and the
documents creating the right-of-way and this information shall be noted on the plat.
There is 30 feet of unmaintained County section line right-of-way along the eastern
property line. The applicant shall verify the existing 30 feet of right-of-way and the
documents creating the right-of-way and this information shall be noted on the plat.
Show the approved access(es) on the Plat and label with the approved access permit
number (will be provided).
2. Before recording the Plat:
An Improvements Agreement including collateral for all on -site and off -site improvements
as well as road maintenance is required for this site. Road maintenance including dust
control, damage repair, and triggers for improvements will be included.
Submit a Final Drainage Report that follows the USR-SPR Drainage Report Checklist
and a complete set of Construction Drawings (including the onsite gravel section to
prevent tracking onto the County roadway) that have been stamped, signed, and dated
by a registered Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Colorado.
3. Before Construction:
In the event that 1 or more acres are disturbed during the construction and development
of this site, the applicant shall obtain a stormwater discharge permit from the Water
Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
If more than 1 acre is to be disturbed, a grading permit will be required prior to the start of
construction. The grading permit application must contain: an erosion and sediment
control plan, a grading plan, installation details of all BMPs to be utilized, typical
installation and maintenance notes for all BMPs to be utilized, and a copy of the
approved CDPHE stormwater permit.
4. Add the following notes to the plat:
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0013 tPWJ.doex
Pursuant to Chapter 15, Articles I and II of the Weld County Code, if noxious weeds exist
on the property or become established as a result of the proposed development, the
applicant/landowner shall be responsible for controlling the noxious weeds.
Off-street parking spaces including the access drive shall be surfaced with gravel,
asphalt, recycled asphalt base, concrete or the equivalent and shall be graded to prevent
drainage problems.
The historical flow patterns and run-off amounts will be maintained on site in such a
manner that it will reasonably preserve the natural character of the area and prevent
property damage of the type generally attributed to run-off rate and velocity increases,
diversions, concentration and/or unplanned ponding of storm run-off.
The applicant must take into consideration storm water capture/quantity and provide
accordingly for best management practices.
Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance of onsite drainage related features.
M:NLANNING\KIM \CURRENT PLANNING CASES\2013 LAND USE CASES \USR\USRI3-0013 NOBLE - KEOTA GAS PLANT\USR13-
0013 [PW].docx
MEMORANDUM
TO: KIM OGLE, PLANNING SERVICES
FROM: MARY EVETT, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
SUBJECT: USR13-0013
DATE: APRIL 15, 2013
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a mineral resource
development facility, oil and gas support service, including a natural gas processing
facility, liquefied natural gas plant, an oil and gas central processing facility, a power
substation, and storage and staging area. Trucks will be used to convey some of the
product coming and going from the site, and pipelines will also be used. The facility will
be operated by Noble Energy.
It is proposed to have up to 26 full-time employees, 31 drivers, and 5 miscellaneous
visitors accessing the site on a daily basis. Permanent water and sewage disposal will
be required for employees, drivers and other personnel. An engineer designed septic
system will be required and the septic permit will require Weld County Board of Health
approval. The applicant shall designate the location of the proposed septic system on
the plat. The septic system must be protected from vehicle traffic. An individual well is
proposed. The applicant will need to submit documentation from the Colorado Division
of Water Resources that the well is approved for commercial use. The well water
system may be regulated by the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5 CCR
1003-1).
The waste handling plan stipulates that there will be a trash dumpster on site and will
likely be serviced by Waste Management or another disposal company. In addition, a
Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC Plan) will be developed for
this site. The applicant will need to revise the waste handling plan to include a list of
types and quantities of chemicals to be stored on site, a list of types and quantities of
wastes generated from equipment maintenance, procedures for cleanup and disposal of
spilled hazardous materials, and a list of chosen waste handlers and disposal
companies. Also, include the approved disposal facility for the waste water stream.
In accordance with Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Rule 604, berms or
other secondary containment devices shall be constructed around crude oil,
condensate, and produced water storage tanks to provide secondary containment for
the largest single tank, along with sufficient freeboard to contain precipitation. Berms or
other secondary containment devices shall be sufficiently impervious to contain any
spilled or released material. The applicant will need to submit documentation
demonstrating that the Commission's secondary containment requirements have been
met. Include specifications for spill containment in the truck loading/unloading areas.
On site dust will be controlled by having the access drive and circulation areas graveled,
and a water truck will be utilized to suppress dust.
We have no objections to the proposal; however, we do recommend that the following
conditions be part of any approval:
We recommend that the following requirements be met prior to allowing the plat to be
recorded:
1. The applicant shall submit evidence of an Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.)
and Emissions Permit application from the Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado
Department of Health and Environment, if applicable. Alternately, the applicant can
provide evidence from the APCD that they are not subject to these requirements.
(Note: An Air Pollution Emission Notice (APEN) is also required if the amount
of disturbed area exceeds 25 acres.)
2. Submit documentation demonstrating that the secondary containment to be
constructed around the aboveground tanks complies with the Colorado Oil and Gas
Conservation Commission's Rule 604. Include specifications for spill containment in
the truck loading/unloading areas.
3. The applicant shall designate the location of the proposed septic system on the plat.
The septic system must be protected from vehicle traffic.
4. A signed copy of the Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan shall be
provided to Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department
of Public Health & Environment.
5. The applicant shall submit written evidence from the Colorado Division of Water
Resources, demonstrating that the well is appropriately permitted for the commercial
use.
6. In the event the facility's water system serves more 25 persons on a daily basis the
water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5
CCR 1003-1). Evidence shall be provided to the Weld County Department of Public
Health and Environment that the system complies with the Regulations.
7. The applicant shall submit a revised waste handling plan, for approval, to the
Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public
Health & Environment. The plan shall include at a minimum, the following:
1) A list of wastes which are expected to be generated on site (this should
include expected volumes and types of waste generated, including waste
generated from equipment maintenance).
2) A list of the type and volume of chemicals expected to be stored on site.
3) The waste handler and facility where the waste will be disposed (including
the facility name, address, and phone number).
4) The approved disposal facility for the waste water stream (including the
facility name, address, and phone number).
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
conditions that must be met one month prior to construction activities:
1. The applicant shall submit evidence of a Colorado Discharge Permit System or
CDPS permit from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
(CDPH&E), Water Quality Control Division, to cover stormwater discharges from
construction sites (5 CCR-1002-61). Alternately, the applicant can provide
evidence from CDPH&E that they are not subject to the CDPS requirements.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
conditions that must be met prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy:
1. An individual sewage disposal system is required for the proposed facility and
shall be installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal
Regulations. The septic system is required to be designed by a Colorado
Registered Professional Engineer according to the Weld County Individual
Sewage Disposal Regulations.
2. The applicant shall submit evidence of an Underground Injection Control (UIC)
Class V Injection Well permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
for any large -capacity septic system (a septic system with the capacity to serve
20 or more persons per day). Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence
from the EPA that they are not subject to the EPA Class V requirements.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
development standards:
1. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and
Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended) shall be stored and removed for
final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater
contamination.
2. No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This is not
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meant to include those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid
waste in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S.,
as amended.
3. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls
fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential
nuisance conditions.
4. The applicant shall operate in accordance with the approved "waste handling
plan".
5. The applicant shall comply with all provisions of the Underground and Above
Ground Storage Tank Regulations.
6. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site.
The facility shall be operated in accordance with the approved "dust abatement
plan" at all times.
7. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the
Industrial Zone as delineated in Section 14-9-30 of the Weld County Code or all
applicable State noise statutes and/or regulations.
8. The operation shall comply with all applicable oil and gas operations regulated by
the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
9. In accordance with Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Rule 604, a
spillage retention berm shall be constructed around the aboveground storage
tanks. The volume retained by the spillage berm should be greater than the
volume of the largest tank inside the berm and sufficient freeboard to contain
precipitation.
10. The facility shall be constructed and operated to ensure that contamination of soil
and groundwater does not occur.
11.Any petroleum contaminated soils on the facility shall be removed, treated or
disposed of in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.
12.A Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure plan shall be kept on site, at all
times.
13. Adequate drinking, hand washing and toilet facilities shall be provided for
employees and patrons of the facility, at all times.
14.All potentially hazardous chemicals must be stored and handled in a safe manner
in accordance with product labeling and in a manner that minimizes the release
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of hazardous air pollutants (HAP's) and volatile organic compounds (VOC's). All
chemicals must be stored secure, on an impervious surface, and in accordance
with manufacturer's recommendations.
15.Adequate toilet facilities (portable toilets) and hand washing units shall be
provided during the construction of the facility.
16. Bottled water shall be utilized for drinking during construction of the project.
17. Sewage disposal for the facility shall be by septic system. Any septic system
located on the property must comply with all provisions of the Weld County Code,
pertaining to Individual Sewage Disposal Systems.
18.A permanent, adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary
purposes.
19. In the event the facility's well water system serves more 25 persons on a daily
basis the water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water
Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1). If not subject to these requirements, the Weld
County Department of Public Health and Environment strongly encourages well
users to test their drinking water prior to consumption and periodically thereafter.
20.The applicant shall obtain a Colorado Discharge Permit System or CDPS permit
from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPH&E),
Water Quality Control Division, as applicable.
21.The facility shall comply with the Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.) permit
requirements as stipulated by the Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment, as applicable.
22. The operation shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act. (OSHA)
23. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of State and
Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
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