U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
POLLUTION/SITUATION REPORT
Bedford Anodizing - Removal Polrep
UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Region V
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Subject:
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POLREP #3
Bedford Anodizing
C518
Macedonia, OH
Latitude: 41.2932640 Longitude: -81.5005240
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To:
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Kevin Clouse, Ohio EPA
Bart Ray, Ohio EPA
Scott Shane, Ohio EPA
Michael Chezik, US Department of Interior
John Glover, US EPA
Distribution List, National Response Center
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From:
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Stephen Wolfe, On-Scene Coordinator
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Date:
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5/23/2011
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Reporting Period:
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5/14/11 through 5/22/11
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1. Introduction
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1.1 Background
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Site Number: |
C518 |
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Emergency |
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Incident Category: |
Removal Action |
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NPL Status: |
Non NPL |
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Mobilization Date: |
4/15/2011 |
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Start Date: |
4/14/2011 |
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1.1.1 Incident Category
CERCLA incident category: Active Production Facility
1.1.2 Site Description
See Polrep 1
1.1.2.1 Location
The Bedford Anodizing Site is located at 7860 Empire Parkway, Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio. The geographical coordinates for the Site are 41° 17” 35’ North latitude and -81° 30” 1’ West longitude.
1.1.2.2 Description of Threat
Aluminum Hydroxide (a component of the wastewater) was discharged into two creeks. The two creeks travel into wetlands and eventually merge, before emptying into the Brandywine creek, located less than 1 mile downstream. Aluminum Hydroxide forms a gel under pro-longed contact with water. Analytical results of the spilled material indicated that hazardous substances (heavy metals such as lead, nickel, chromium, and zinc) were present in the discharged material.
1.1.3 Preliminary Removal Assessment/Removal Site Inspection Results
See Polrep 1
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2. Current Activities
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2.1 Operations Section
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2.1.1 Narrative
2.1.2 Response Actions to Date
For the week of May 14, 2011 to May 22, 2011, ERRS completed excavation of approximately 350 feet of the creek behind the facility (including hand digging around air handling units). Approximately 400 tons of contaminated sediments where soldified and is staged for disposal. In addition to the following activities, ERRS continued de-watering the creek the entire week.
On May14 and 15, 2011 ERRS operated the pumps to ensure the work area did not get flooded due to rain.
On May 16, 2011, ERRS continued excavation of the contaminated sediments in the creek behind the facility. hand digging was necessary around the air handling units. Progress was impaired and eventually stopped due to heavy rain.
On May 17, 2011, ERRS continued excavation of contaminated sediments until the road became unusable due to rain and mud.
On May 18, 2011, all excavation work was canceled due to heavy rains. ERRS operated the water pumps and brought in concrete piping to re-inforce the roadway. The concrete piping was obtained from a nearby manufacturer and was offspec material so it was provided at no cost.
On May 19, 2011, ERRS completed reinforcing the roadway. No excavation work was accomplished.
On May 20, 2011, ERRS excavated contaminated sediments from approximately 250 linear feet of the creek behind the fsacility.
2.1.3 Enforcement Activities, Identity of Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs)
Bedford Anodizing currently continues operations. The owner of Bedford Anodizing has been identified, although he has informed US EPA and Ohio EPA that performing the clean-up work would bankrupt the company.
2.1.4 Progress Metrics
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2.2 Planning Section
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2.2.1 Anticipated Activities
Dewater work areas and excavate contaminated material from the creek bed
Construct a mixing pit to dry the excavated material in preperation of transportation and disposal
Upon receipt of an access agreement, begin clean-up action in the creek on the neighboring property
Restoration of work areas
2.2.1.1 Planned Response Activities
2.2.1.2 Next Steps
2.2.2 Issues
Inclement weather (Heavy Rains) is delaying the response actions
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2.3 Logistics Section
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No information available at this time.
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2.4 Finance Section
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No information available at this time.
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2.5 Other Command Staff
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2.5.1 Safety Officer
A site-specific HASP has been developed for the site. Daily H&S meetings are held prior to the start of each workday.
2.6 Liaison Officer
2.7 Information Officer
2.7.1 Public Information Officer
2.7.2 Community Involvement Coordinator
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3. Participating Entities
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3.1 Unified Command
3.2 Cooperating Agencies
Ohio EPA is continuing with enforcement actions at the site and assisting US EPA as neccessary.
Summit County Environmental Services are assisting US EPA as neccessary.
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4. Personnel On Site
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US EPA
START - Weston Solutions
ERRS - Environmental Restoration (ER)
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5. Definition of Terms
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No information available at this time.
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6. Additional sources of information
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No information available at this time.
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7. Situational Reference Materials
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No information available at this time.
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