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Home My WebLink About20052966.tiff MEMORANDUM TO: BETHANY SALZMAN,ZONING COMPLIANCE FROM: CINDI EILHEVERRY, ENV. HEALTH SERVICES ' SUBJECT:Ph11tO CANADA COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION PHOTOS DATE: APRIL 22,2005 CC: TREVOR JIRICEK,DIRECTOR, ENV. SERVICES COLORADO DON CARROL, PUBLIC WORKS TROY SWAIN,ENV. HEALTH SERVICES DAN JOSEPH, ENV. HEALTH SERVICES As a result of a complaint received in our office on April 14, 2005, concerning excessive wear of County Road 46 and the stockpiling of contaminated soil on Petro-Canada Resources property located on the corner of County Roads 49 and 46, an investigation was conducted. Bethany Salzman accompanied me during the site investigation. It appears approximately 10 acres or more is being used to stockpile contaminated soil. The southern portion of the facility contained piles of unknown substance as observed in photos 1 through 4. Photos 5 and 6 show an empty cell that appears to be in preparation to lay out soils for remediation or plastic to stockpile more contaminated soils. There appears to be three to six cells that have been constructed. Three of those cells appear to contain stockpiles of contaminated soil. Containment berms were observed around the stockpiled areas. Plastic was shown to be laying underneath the soil stockpiles. However, the plastic was limited to the edge of soil stockpiles and not within the entire containment area (shown in photo 14). Photos 10 through 12 were of Action Oil located at the northwestern portion of Petro-Canada Resources property and land in between the stockpiles. In photo 17 it is observed that drilling mud or other material has been placed outside of stockpile/treatment area. Additional acreage surrounding the treatment area appears to have had this drilling mud or other material spread throughout the acreage. The entire site consists of 160 acres. Communications with Patrick Flinn (303-706-1094 ext: 301, Mobile: 303-941-0389), a representative for Petro-Canada Resources, formerly known as Prima Oil & Gas, indicated they are currently stockpiling hydrocarbon contaminated soil on the site. He said the contaminated soil on site came from soil that was excavated from two different Petro-Canada sites. The soil is contaminated with light hydrocarbons which volatilize more quickly than the heavy hydrocarbons like crude oil. Once the soil is remediated it will then be used during construction projects and in berms, roads, and as back fill for other remediation projects. He said they intend to obtain a permit to conduct a centralized on site land treatment. Mr. Flinn committed to providing an application for a Special Use Permit by the end of April. It appears that this operation might be out of compliance with the Weld County Code. As a result, I recommend you initiate a violation process. I have also forwarded a copy of this report to Troy Swain and Dan Joseph in the Environmental Health Services Division so that the can assess the facilities compliance with stormwater regulations. EXHIBIT 2005-2966 1 Photo 1: South of hydrocarbon contaminated stockpile &treatment area. topY 7 * trhtd • da i•_ � v -mot r ►. _ - s-� _ • • Photo 2: South of hydrocarbon contaminated stockpile &treatment area. `n a 'z`#k ?w' bS l . , ,,;,, . a y.ithur �. yn x' n �• SrY W !R•ire'% . .. - may+ t- 3i�E ��Y"' ✓^A, lxY: 1r A yY—yc.�� 1'. „_ :.e,CHI'bw•.. '5+-...rw. • C".74„1 '4K.;Ibr2;:'y ......,- Photo 3: South of h drocarhon contaminated stockpile &41. treatment area e rs .--;,• s� a., ra -x.y. "p ". , ‘14' • 4 ,, T§ y C �f f % 4 Ft �. p4 �': t z'' "� 4 ..:,gym ' a Y '%}f it .✓ 14 e .qty�� '� �, .. ',� t' iL .. � „a 7 fi C? " Photo 4: South of hydrocarbon contaminated stockpile &treatment area. ..,. . s., eal ', N�R m n sue_, +..w"'. v. a. \'--,•?.-"ors ham ^ M 11 r ��a.�. Y�-.._. 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'' c j .r c�,}�o-, r •� Photo 13: Northern portion of stockpile &treatment area, looking east. irvi �> 4'�.yN• a. mom^ y u I w K . .n _ .rts. . - Sd Z ' .eM' v y y dry, W e J 'x 1Lr •I^' M d ik Y^ t ! +;fr ra I ,,,,,,,, ,p ,,--,41,1:„_-. -t{ All g b . 4 -4rFg .;Yp f'-: _% 7 eh ens yr-ttlrsjp { i� .3 Photo 14: Northern portion of stockpile &treatment area, looking south from CR 46. ,-- 3'•lx . 7fix o-matte x 28A,-- b 3w.W"IJb 'a..YAA.'.uP'5h 'Jab 4- Y} +Ie.T`Y " ."'t ,k ...unrs .mr - . a , y f.+ . �. yff ' air ' �. 7f rY k i n WW 4y / 7 w � 1 a a 4 , Photo 15: Northern portion of stockpile &treatment area, looking south from CR 46. �.e. kc,.,v„ .;:, ., ff ''"e''41‘14 .. y>.N .T •_�`}� a .� �. ._. Y Y _ _ .. . 'r�T'� rc ^ { ,' 2.,e-,14:. '•-F.'Ye4e* .'"M'r. `r.,, ySypY «-'71&+,sc *h.75-,...M.:1*'''.G :: ✓ iyy.. I ' . `• ,` r �^ r ef -t �= czw.";eq ^:.ems'" .g a. Photo 16: Northeastern cell, stock ile &treatment area, looking south from CR 46. P ,-, -- '¢ 'vim„ ' '. ? J,. ' e;°�.«\.n. '' ,m4. Y ini g4C R ,v 3z d x y .> to .} .. v P 4 "<: IiN :e. 6 . .. i Photo 17: northeastern stockpile &treatment area, looking west towards equipment storage area. a i ltr-NsThic Weld County Referral wiWeld County Planning Department ' CREELEY OFFICE May 19, 2005 C. MAY 2 6 2005 COLORADO RECEIVED The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Petro-Canada Resources Inc. Case Number USR-1517 Please Reply By June 16, 2005 Planner Kim Ogle Project Site Specific Development Review and Special Review Permit for a Mineral Resource Development Facility including Oil and Gas Support Services (Land Treatment Facility). Legal Part NW4 & Part SW4 of Section 18, T4N, R64W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location South of and adjacent to CR 46; 800 feet east of CR 49. Parcel Number 1053 18 000028 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. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 2, 2005 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. XSee attached letter. Comments: Signature C I a _ ,.( Date -- a J,p S Agency ti GIN.....„ C0 EXHIBIT ❖Weld County Planning Dept. 4.918 10'"Street, Greeley, CO.80631 4(970)353-6100 ext.3540 4•(970)304- I West Greeley C. krvation District ) • (970) 358-8097 Case Number: USR-1517 Applicant: Petro-Canada Resources Inc. Planner: [Kim Ogle Below is a list of the soils and their limitations according to the USDA, Weld County Soil Survey. . Map Shallow Dwellings Dwellings with Small Septic Tank Prime Farm Additional Symbol Soil Name Soil Texture excavations without basements Commercial Absorption Land (if Comments basements Buildings Fields irrigated) 72 Vona Loamy Sands Slight light Slight .-night Slight No 73 Vona Loamy Sands Slight Slight Slight Slight No I ' The West Greeley Conservation District recommends that the applicant does an on site soils test prior to any construction. For a more complete soils description consult the Weld County Soil Survey or contact our office at (970) 356-8097. 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Vrr e Ky't A STATE OF COLORADO ----OFFICE OF THE STATE ENGINEER R of Co� )(vision of water Reso eso O �� Department of Natural Resources (n 01 1313 Sherman Street, Room 818 Denver,Colorado 80203 May 24, 2005 - ;6%i Phone(303)866-3581 --- FAX(303)866-3589 Bill Owens www.water.state.co.us Governor Weld County Planning Department Russell George GREELEY OFFICE Executive Director Kim Ogle Hal a Simpson,RE. Weld County Planning Dept. MAY 2 7 2005 State Engineer 918 10th Street Greeley, CO 80631 RECEIVED Re: Petro-Canada Resources Inc. Section 18, T4N, R64W, 6th P.M. Water Division 1, Water District 1 Dear Mr. 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 comments. According to the referral information the only water supply that will be used at the site is water transported to the site by truck. Therefore, our office has no comments regarding the proposed plan. Should you have any questions in this matter, please contact Joanna Williams of this office. Sincerely, dQ , iC-.tGo�c_ Kevin G. Rein, F.E. Water Resource Engineer JMW/KGR EXHIBIT Imo_ Weld County Planning Department GREELEY OFFICE MEMORANDUM JUN WI 12005 I RECEIVED TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Manager DATE: June 9, 2005 P FROM: Donald Carroll, Engineering Administrator pj COLORADO SUBJECT: USR-1517, Petro-Canada Resources Inc. The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal; this project falls primarily under the purview of the Use by Special Review Standards, Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article II, Division 4, Section 23. Our comments and requirements are as follows: COMMENTS: WCR 46 is designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan (FHU) as a local gravel road, which requires a 60-foot right-of-way at full build out. There is presently a 60-foot right-of-way. The road is maintained by Weld County. Pursuant to the definition of SETBACK in the Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article III, Section 23-3-50, the required setback is measured from the future right-of-way line. The most recent traffic count on WCR 46 between 49 and 51 reflects 107 vehicles per day. This count was ken in 2003. REQUIREMENTS: Access: The main and only access to the proposed USR site is at the top of the hill adjacent to the oil and gas tank batteries,. There is adequate sight distance and turning radiuses at this location. The access road should be included in the USR application. Circulation: The circulation throughout the site is adequate. Utilize the designated haul road for access to the unloading areas. Storm Water Drainage: The applicant is identifying an earth berm located around the site. Materials are stockpiled with either fabric or plastic to control saturation. I am referring the major portion of the storm water run-off to the Health Department, as it deals with oil and gas-related saturated soils. Non-manned Site: The applicants have indicated that this proposed site for the USR is a non-manned site. The site is only utilized when there is a spill at a drilling site and materials need to be transported to this facility. The main office is located at the corner of WCR 46 and WCR 49. Dust suppressant: The applicant shall apply dust suppressant chemical (magnesium or calcium chloride) on WCR 46 adjacent any existing or future structures between WCR 49 and the main entrance to the land treatment facility when hauling is occurring. Additional applications may be required as needed to be determined the Weld County Motor Grader Supervisor due to excessive hauling and road maintenance at this location. USR-1517 Mel Everhart, Motor Grader Supervisor M:\PLANNING-DEVELOPMENT REVIEW\USR-Use by Special Review\USR-1517.DOC EXHIBIT 8 t:411 fMEMORANDUM WiI TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Manager Dge ATE: June 8, 2005 FROM: Donald Carroll, Engineering Administrator COLORADO SUBJECT: USR-1517, Petro-Canada Resources Inc. The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal; this project falls primarily under the purview of the Use by Special Review Standards, Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article II, Division 4, Section 23. Our comments and requirements are as follows: COMME T : s6 WC s designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan (FHU) as a local gravel road, which requi a 60-foot right-of-way at full build out. There is presently a 60-foot right-of-way. The road is maintained by Weld County. Pursuant to the definition of SETBACK in the Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article III, Section 23-3-50, the required setback is measured from the future right-of-way line. The most recent traffic count on WCR 46 between 49 and 51 reflects 107 vehicles per day. This count was '<en in 2003. REQUIREMENTS: Access: The main and only access to the proposed USR site is at the top of the hill adjacent to the oil and gas tank batteries,. There is adequate sight distance and turning radiuses at this location. The access road should be included in the USR application. Circulation: The circulation throughout the site is adequate. Utilize the designated haul road for access to the unloading areas. Storm Water Drainage: The applicant is identifying an earth berm located around the site. Materials are stockpiled with either fabric or plastic to control saturation. I am referring the major portion of the storm water run-off to the Health Department, as it deals with oil and gas-related saturated soils. MA a7 A7 ED Non-maintained Site: The applicants have indicated that this proposed site for the USR is a non-manned site. The site is only utilized when there is a spill at a drilling site and materials need to be transported to this facility. The main office is located at the corner of WCR 46 and WCR 49. Dust suppressant: The applicant shall apply dust suppressant chemical (magnesium or calcium chloride) on WCR 46 adjacent any existing or future structures between WCR 49 and the main entrance to the land treatment facility when.ieavy hauling is occurring. Additional applications may be required as needed to be determined the Weld County Motor Grader Supervisor due to excessive hauling and road maintenance at this location. USR-1517 Mel Everhart, Motor Grader Supervisor M:\PLANNING-DEVELOPMENT REVIEW\USR-Use by Special Review\USR-1517.DOC STATE OF DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES nCOLORADO Bill Owens, Governor W 5, 1120 Lincoln St., Suite 801 -1 OIL & Denver, CO 80203 Phone:(303) 894-2100 PM GA S FAX:(303) 894-2109 www.oil-gas.state.co.us CONSERVATION COMMISSION IVOL/ G0n n& Piannin GREEC June 17, 2005 E),GFF°p 'tment JUN 2.0 2005 Mr. Edward L. McLaughlin R ECE; V 1 E Petro-Canada Resources (USA) Inc. Q 1099 18`h Street, Ste. 400 Denver, CO 80202 RE: Application for a Centralized E &P Waste Facility NWNW Section 18 —T4N—R64W Weld County, Colorado Dear Mr. McLaughlin: The Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission("COGCC")has evaluated the application for a Centralized E &P Waste Facility prepared by Meridian Environmental Management, LLC on behalf of Petro-Canada Resources (USA) Inc. ("Petro-Canada"). As you are aware, an application has previously been submitted to the Weld County Planning Department for a Use by Special Review permit(USR-1517)with a hearing date set for August 2, 2005. The application is hereby approved with the following conditions: ➢ The facility cannot accept or handle hydrocarbon-affected soils that are non- Exploration&Production(E&P)waste (ie: diesel impacted soil). ➢ Remediated soils used as backfill and construction material at other Petro-Canada facilities must meet the criteria for sensitive areas in Table 910-1 regardless of the location of such facility. ➢ Beneficial re-use of remediated soils by the Weld County Dept. of Public Works for road construction projects must be approved by the COGCC. These soils must also be sampled and analyzed accordingly by a laboratory. Laboratory results must demonstrate that the remediated soils meet the criteria for sensitive areas in Table 910-1. ➢ The permit application proposes a monitoring schedule for the ground water monitoring wells. Ground water monitoring may switch from a quarterly to a semi-annual basis as proposed. However,the switch to an annual basis is not approved. EXHIBIT DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES:Russell George,Esecutlw Director COGCC COMMISSION:John B.Ashby•Brian Cree-Klmcerlee Gerhardt-Michael Klbh-Peter Mueller-J.Thomas Reagan-Lyric Sh• COGCC STAFF:Brian J.Madre,Director-Morris Bell,Operations Manager-Patricia C.Beaver.Hearings Manager-Thomas J.Kerr.Inbrmai• Mr.Edward L.McLaughlin 06/17/05 Page 2 ➢ As you are aware, there is approximately 20,000 cubic yards of impacted soil stockpiled at the subject site. Upon approval of the Use by Special Review application(USR-1517)by Weld County, this material will be handled as per the operating plan. The Form 28—Centralized E&P Waste Management Facility Permit application states that financial assurance for this facility has been provided as per Rule 704. Upon review of COGCC records, such financial assurance has not been provided. Given the current condition of the subject site, an environmental liability exists. Therefore,Petro-Canada must provide the required financial assurance with a completed Form 3—Performance Bond by July 15,2005. ➢ As per Rule 908.h., operators shall provide copies of notifications to local governments or other agencies to the COGCC. Petro-Canada shall also provide copies of any reports required or submitted to Weld County or other regulatory agency. Should you have any questions,please call me at(303) 894-2100 ext.118. Respectfully, dl 71 andall H. Ferguson Environmental Protection Specialist Attachments Cc: Brian Macke—COGCC Debbie Baldwin—COGCC Patrick Flynn—Meridian Environmental Mgmt., LLC Kim Ogle—Weld County Planning Dept. CRAn 281 State of Colorado r J FOR oast asst err Y Oil and Gas Conservation Commission ,.- 1120 tMcoin Strut;Suite 801,Dens,Colorado 80203 (303)894.2100 Far.1303) 894-2109 CENTRALIZED E&P WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY PERMIT RECEIVED (Submit this Form and accompanying documents for each facility per Rule 908. Financial Assurance in the amount of 350,000 is required to operate each facility. ) Sutl I f f:1 0 2005 OGCC Operator Number: 72085 Contact Name and Telephone: JJ t1�7711 Name of operator Petro-Canada Resources(USA) Inc Patrick Flynn kua Address 1099 18th Street, Suite 400 No: 303.941.0389 Our OGCC Denver CO 80202a"°"°'°"7000°'°'°`:' I CMf: Stele: Zp: Fax: 303.471.5456 ,y,,,,,and mai iimp,,o„ , Surface Owner(if different then above): Same As Above r°°°a'°""r—"� ' Sn.orrer,w so r,saaw / Address: seiwa"'9."ro^r'^r mp. ./ _ Featly deep,5. e.q / City: Stets:_ Zip: Phone: bpersq run I Weir aaryrs mum / Facility Name: Centralized Land Treatment Facility Location Pia Sec Twp,Rng,Mer): Fraser Wyss I NENWNW 18-4N-64W o"a^�n I Address: NENWNW son nem canons I City: State:_ Zip: Lamle(' e: 40.318 L«.iaoVI r.,nu.cnacs I Phona. 303.297.2100 Feu: Longitude:104.599 1. Is the site Inc sensitive area? O Y 0 N 2. What are the average annual precipitation and evaporation rates for the ails? Predptaton:: 12.5 inches/year Evaporation: >36 Indies/year 3. Has a desorption of the site's general topography,geology and hydrology been attached? )2 Y O N 4. Hasa desorption of the adjacent lend use been attached? eh O N 5.Has a 1:24,000 topographic map showing the site location bean attached? DT O N 6. Has a site plan showing drainage patterns,diversion or containment aWdures,roads,fencing.tanks,pits,buildings and any other pennant construction details been attached? 0 Y O N 7. if site is not owned by the operator,Is writtenarMorisationof the surface 8. Hesa scaled drawing and survey snowing the entire sedion(s) owner attached? O Y O N containing the proposed facility been attached? O V o N 9. What measures have been implemented to limit access to to faddy by wildlife,domestic animals or by members of the public? Briefly explain. Facility will bo€onced with a lockod gato to limit e00000 to authorizod porconnol. 10. Is then a panned firelans of at bast 10 feet in width around the stave 11. le there an additional buffer cone of at least 10 feet within the treatment areas and within the perimeter fence? O Y ❑ N perimeter fkelane? 0 Y ❑ N 12, Have surface water diversion strudures been constructed to accommodate 13. Ha a waste profile been calculated according to Rule 908.b.8? •100-year,24-hour event? O Y O N El Y O N 14. Has facility design and engineering been provided as required by 15. Has an operating plan been completed as required by Rule 908.b.8? Rule 908.b.74 D Y O N 0 Y O N 18. Has ground water monitoring for the site been provided? BY ❑ N. •"'Attach Water Analysis Report Form 25:for each monitoring well installed."' 17. Has flnaial assurance been provided ea�I�by Rule 7047 18. Has•closure plan been provided? O JIQN © Y ON 19. Have local government requirements for sod g and construction been 20. Have permas and notifications required by local governments and complied with? 0 Y ❑ N otter agencies been provided? ar O N Print Na ' Patrick E. Flynn Sign Title: Consulting Environmental Mgr. Date: June 9, 2005 OGCC Approved: l^- &-19-S Date: li /7 0C CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL,IF ANY: Facility Number: 271.32_6 Ic Sac_ /e4cr of ea.-,d ,-ki ( ale rd"•- • oL--k k Ce/) 7/0 S l FORM FOR OGCC USE ONLY 3 State of Colorado , ; -�- • °"�9� Oil and Gas Conservation Commission ►4Efai 1120 Lincoln Street,Suite 801,Denver,Colorado 80203(303)894-2100 Fax(303)894.2109 PERFORMANCE BOND BOND NO: . This bond is a perpetual instrument which shall remain in force and effect until all obligations have been met and surety Provider No: the bond is released by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. OGCC Oper.No: FATS No: KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, That we, of the County of , in the State of as principals, and , as surety, authorized to do business in the State of Colorado, are held hereby and firmly bound unto the State of Colorado, in the penal sum of($ ), Dollars, lawful money of the United States, for the faithful payment of which we hereby bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and assigns. The condition of this obligation is that whereas the above bounden principals propose the following oil and gas operation(s)on lands situated in the State of Colorado. • Type of Bond Coverage Location Complete for Individual Bonds Plugging Blanket Well Name and Number. . Surface Individual Owner of lands where off-site land-treatment facility is located: 0 Plugging 1 well Seismic 0 Surface for 1 well QtrQtr,Sec,Twp, Rng,Meridian: 0 Irrigated E&P Waste Facilty ❑Non-irrigated Downstream Gas Facilities Excess Inactive Wells County: NOW, THEREFORE, If the above bounden principals shall comply with all of the provisions of the laws of the State of Colorado and the rules, regulations and requirements of the Oil and Gas Conservation Commission of the State of Colorado, with reference to properly plugging of said well or wells; with reference to land damages and the restoration of the land, as nearly as possible, to its condition at the beginning of the lease; with reference to seismic operations the proper surface restoration and plugging of any shot holes, then this obligation is void; otherwise, the same shall be and remain in full force and effect. Witness our hands, this day of Principal: Signed: Address: Name Printed: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: • Witness our hands, this day of Surety: Signed: Address: • Name Printed: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Approved: Bond Release Director,Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Approved: Director,Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Dated: Release Date: STATE OF COLORADO Bill Owens,Governor Douglas H.Benevento,Executive Director of.cozo Dedicated to protecting and improving the health and envjg/nment of the people of Colorado " o 4300 Cherry Creek Dr.S. Laboratory Services Division 0'oo ` S Denver,Colorado 80246-1530 8100 Lowry Blvd. " ' x 3) 000 Denver,Phone(3Line 691-7 (303)692-3090do 80230-6928 0RfE'Lek 0Fg P8 Colorado Department TDD Line(303) Colorado Located in Glendale,Colorado 4./4/Ai FCC f �me4t of Public Health http://www.cdphe.state.co.us Z3 eoo5 and Environment C°,�jVFO June 21, 2005 Mr. Kim Ogle Weld County Planning Department 918 10th Street Greeley, CO 80631 RE: Weld County Referral dated May 19, 2005 (Case Number USR-1517)-Site Specific Development Review and Special Review Permit for a Mineral Resource Development Facility including Oil and Gas Support Services (Land Treatment Facility) Dear Mr. Ogle, The Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Division (Division)has completed our review of the subject Weld County Referral with the enclosed application submittal. The Division understands that you desire our determination concerning whether or not a certificate of designation as defined in the solid waste regulations(6 CCR 1007-2) is required for the centralized land treatment facility proposed by Petro-Canada Resources (USA) Inc. Based on a review of the submitted applications materials and our June 9, 2005 telephone conversation,the Division understands that the proposed noncommercial facility will treat waste that is exclusively derived from exploration and production wastes, as defined in section 34-60-103(4.5), C.R.S. Consequently, the Division has determined that a certificate of designation is not required for the proposed facility, unless the facility is subsequently identified as a commercial facility. Please contact me at 303-692-3389 if you have any questions. Sincerely, alealtr Douglas M. Ikenberry Solid Waste Unit Compliance Program Cc: Trevor Jiricek, WCDPHE Ed Mclaughlin, Petro-Canada Resources (USA)Inc. File: SW WLD GEN 1.1 EXHIBIT Kik in DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING SERVICES a BUILDING INSPECTION NORTH OFFICE 9181 Street (f &t 4It"' GRE (970) 0,COLORADO E80631 354 PHONE (970) 0 FAX (970) 304-6498 WIlD SOUTHWEST OFFICE 4209 CR 24.5 O LONGMONT CO 80504 PHONE (720)652-4210 ext. 8730 • FAX(720)652-4211 COLORADO June 27, 2005 Petro-Canada Resources Inc. USR-1517 Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Mineral Resource Development Facility including Oil and Gas support Services (Land Treatment Facility). 1. A grading permit shall be obtained prior any thin spread of soil. 2. A plan review is required for each grading permit. Plans are required to bear the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or engineer. Two complete sets of plans are required when applying for each permit. J. Grading shall conform to Appendix J of the 2003 International Building Code. Please contact me for any further information regarding this project. Sly, ger i • Sinc Building Official EXHIBIT I II Service,Teamwork,Integrity,Quality a MEMORANDUM (icit TO: KIM OGLE, PLANNING SERVICES FROM: CINDI EILI-IEVERRY, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SUBJECT:USR-1517,PEI'RO-CANADA RESOURCES INC.CD DATE: 07/06/2005 CC: TREVOR JIRICEK,DIRECTOR,ENV HEALTH COLORADO CHAR DAVIS, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for an Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for an Mineral Resource Development Facility including Oil and Gas Support Services (Land Treatment Facility) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. 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. All required Air Emissions Permits must be obtained from the Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Evidence of such shall be submitted in writing to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. 2. A Soil and Ground Water Monitoring Plan shall be submitted to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment of Public Health and Environment for review and approval. Evidence of such shall be submitted in writing to the Weld County Department of Planning Services. 3. If applicable, a Storm Water Discharge Permit shall be submitted to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment for review and approval. Evidence of such shall be submitted in writing to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. 4. A detailed design and operations plan shall be submitted to the Weld County Department of Public Health & Environment for review and approval for the land treatment facility. The land treatment facility shall be constructed and operated in accordance with the approved design. Evidence shall be submitted to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission that demonstrates the land treatment facility was constructed in accordance with the approved design. 5. A detailed closure plan shall be submitted to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. The closure plan shall include a description of the manner in which the treated and hydrocarbon contaminated soils will be disposed of, as well as specific details regarding reclamation of the property. No equipment associated with the facility shall remain on the property following closure. 6. The facility shall post financial assurance with the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The financial assurance shall be adequate to cover a third-party closure of the facility, including removal of soil that has been affected by hydrocarbons or other contamination. The site shall be returned to its original grade. In the event the COGCC does not have the authority to require financial assurance for the entire cost required for third- party closure, the facility shall post the remainder of the financial assurance with Weld County. The facility shall submit evidence to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as development standards: 1. The facility shall be constructed and operated to ensure that contamination of soils and groundwater does not occur. 2. Safe and adequate sewage disposal system shall be available on the facility premises. 3. A safe and adequate fresh water supply shall be available on the facility premises. 4. No disposal of waste other than non-hazardous hydrocarbon-affected soil and frac sand derived from Petro-Canada oil and gas properties in Weld County. 5. Any wastes generated on the facility shall be disposed in accordance with the Colorado Solid Waste Act, Section 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., or other appropriate rule, regulation, or law. 6. The maximum permissible noise level shall not exceed the industrial limit of 80 dB(A), as measured according to Section 25-12-102, C.R.S. 7. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site. 8. All chemicals stored on site must be stored according to manufacturer recommendations for safe storage and handling. 9. The facility shall notify the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, Weld County Planning Department, and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission a minimum of 90 days prior to closure. 10. The ground water monitoring wells shall be sampled quarterly. At a minimum, ground water samples shall be analyzed using an appropriate method for: depth to groundwater, Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH), Benzene, ethyl benzene, toluene, xylene. The facility shall submit groundwater monitoring results quarterly to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. In the event the down gradient wells exhibit a statistical increase over background levels, the facility shall: a. Cease accepting contaminated soil on-site, pending review of analytical data by Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. b. Notify the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission in writing within five (5) working days. c. Immediately develop a plan to determine the extent of contamination. This plan must be approved by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. d. Upon determining the extent of contamination, the facility shall develop a remedial action plan. This plan must be reviewed and approved by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. 11. The facility shall collect and analyze soil samples semi-annually directly beneath the treatment area. Samples shall be collected at a minimum of ten (10) separate locations. These samples shall represent impact from the facility to a depth of five (5) feet. In addition, yearly soil samples shall be collected at five, ten, fifteen, and twenty feet (or sampled to groundwater). At a minimum, these soil samples shall be analyzed using an appropriate method for: Benzene, ethyl benzene, toluene, xylene, Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons and Oil and Grease. The facility shall submit soil monitoring results (including sample locations) to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. In the event the soils exhibit an impact from the facility at a depth greater than five (5) feet from grade, the facility shall: a. Cease accepting contaminated soil on site, pending review of analytical results by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. b. Notify the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission in writing within five (5) working days. c. Immediately develop a plan to determine the extent of contamination. This plan must be approved bye the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. d. Develop a remedial action plan addressing clean up of the contaminated soil and determine and amend operational practices as necessary to abate the impact. The plan shall be approved by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. The facility must receive approval from the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission prior to accepting additional contaminated soils on site. 12. Soil and groundwater monitoring requirements may be revised and amended at a later date. The Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment reserves the right to require additional environmental monitoring requirements if the facility demonstrates that it is necessary. The facility may request to the Weld County Health and Planning Departments to amend monitoring requirements provided an adequate demonstration can be made of the irrelevance of the monitoring. 13. Any analysis of waste shall be forwarded to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, Environmental Health Services Division. The Division reserves the right to require additional, more extensive monitoring at a later date. 14. The facility must comply with the laws, standards, rules and regulations of the Air Quality Control Commission, the Water Quality Control Commission, the Hazardous Materials and Solid Waste Division, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, any other applicable agency, and all applicable Weld County zoning laws and ordinances. 15. Any 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. 16. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with all of the foregoing Development Standards. Noncompliance with any of the foregoing Development Standards may be reason for revocation of the Permit by the Board of County Commissioners. 17. All storm water, which has come into contact with waste materials on the site, shall be confined on the site and bermed in accordance with the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rule 907 and the submitted application materials to the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission and Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment for review and approval. 18. In the event that storm water is not adequately controlled on the site, upon written notification from the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment or the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, a comprehensive site-wide storm water plan shall be developed and implemented. The plan must be approved, in writing prior to implementation by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. 19. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and treated in a manner that controls fugitive dust, blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. 20. The facility shall conform and comply with the submitted Site Plan Review application materials and all applicable rules of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. O:\ETCH W ASTEWetro-Canedab60616refertel usr151l doc Weld County Sheriff's Office M e mo To: Kim Ogle From: Ken Poncelow Date: August 22,2005 Re: USR-1517 The Sheriffs Office approves this plan. Please notify the developer/owner that the Sheriffs Office would be willing to assist in the development of a security plan for the site free of charge. If this is of interest, please have them contact me. 1 Ia Hello