The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) identification numbers for the Site are: CERCLIS - WAN001002363 and RCRA - WAH000018275. This is a time critical removal action. Scheduled to begin the week of July 9, 2002.
The Colombia Lace site is a former plant and flower drying operation located approximately 1.5 miles northeast of Bridgeport, Okanogan County, Washington (T29N, R25E, Section 13), within the Colville Indian Reservation on Jack Wells Road. The site is approximately 120 acres in size and is located approximately 1 mile from the Columbia River at its closest point.
There are no known flood plains, endangered species, historical landmarks, or structures with historical significance identified at the Site. There are Tribal interests in the site. EPA received a request from the Colville Confederated Tribes to conduct a removal assessment at this abandoned business located within tribal boundaries. The Tribe expressed concerns over the abandoned drums on site and potential exposures to tribal members.
