| Construction of a New Fire Station, Demolition of Buildings 530 and 606 and Relocation of the Hazardous Cargo Area at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Finding of No Significant Impact (FOSNI). Finding of No Practical Alternative(FONPA) |
23-Sep-2009 |
142 pages |
| Authors:
Diane Strom; 319 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON GRAND FORKS AFB ND
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 | Grand Forks AFB is proposing to construct a new fire station, demolish buildings 530 and 606 and relocate the Hazardous Cargo Area (HCA). The purposes of the project are to consolidate fire protection activities to provide effective base fire protection, provide a modern, efficient layout to meet life safety codes for standard of living, provide adequate space for fire hoses to dry, provide adequate clearance for parking large emergency response ... |
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| The Computational Science Environment (CSE) |
Aug-2009 |
44 pages |
| Authors:
Jose C Rentria; Richard C Angelini; John M Vines; Kelly T Kirk; Eric R Mark; ARMY RESEARCH LAB ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| In order to provide a common platform for utilizing and developing data analysis and assessment applications in heterogeneous high-performance computing (HPC) environments, the Classified Data Analysis and Assessment Center has developed the computational science environment (CSE). CSE provides a stable suite of data analysis and assessment tools, applications, and libraries that are common across most HPC environments and standard 64-bit Linux workstations. CSE also provides an experimental, cutting-edge suite of ... |
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| Environmental Assessment (EA): Proposed Child Development Center, Hill Air Force Base, Utah |
09-Jul-2009 |
52 pages |
| Authors:
Randal Klein; Kay Winn; STREAMLINE CONSULTING LLC FARMINGTON UT
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| Hill Air Force Base (AFB) proposes to construct a new child development center to provide a high-quality and safe developmental learning environment for up to 305 children of military and civilian families. The proposed child development center and associated parking lot would be located to the west of an existing undersized child development center. The findings of this EA indicate that the proposed action would not have significant adverse effects ... |
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| Environmental Assessment (EA): Proposed Standard Air Munitions Packages Maintenance and Inspection Facility, Hill Air Force Base, Utah |
09-Jul-2009 |
52 pages |
| Authors:
Randal Klein; Kay Winn; STREAMLINE CONSULTING LLC FARMINGTON UT
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| Hill Air Force Base (AFB) proposes to construct an adequately sized standard air munitions packages (STAMP) maintenance and inspection (M&I) facility located within the Hill AFB munitions storage area. The facility would provide drive-through capability and an adjacent enclosed wash rack. The findings of this EA indicate that the proposed action would not have significant adverse effects on the human environment or any of the environmental resources as described in ... |
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| Environmental Assessment (EA): Proposed Dormitories and Dining Hall, Hill Air Force Base, Utah |
09-Jul-2009 |
55 pages |
| Authors:
Randal Klein; Kay Winn; STREAMLINE CONSULTING LLC FARMINGTON UT
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| Hill Air Force Base (AFB) proposes to construct new dormitories for 432 active duty enlisted United States Air Force (USAF) personnel, and a new dining hall for 774 active duty enlisted USAF personnel. Several existing dormitories and a dining hall would be demolished and then replaced in the same area on Hill AFB. The findings of this EA indicate that the proposed action would not have significant adverse effects on ... |
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| Environmental Assessment (EA): Proposed Security Facilities, Little Mountain Test Annex, Utah |
09-Jul-2009 |
63 pages |
| Authors:
Randal Klein; Kay Winn; STREAMLINE CONSULTING LLC FARMINGTON UT
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| Hill Air Force Base (AFB) proposes to construct security facilities to protect Little Mountain Test Annex (LMTA) from unauthorized access and enable guards to intercept contraband (weapons, explosives, drugs, classified materials, etc.) while maximizing vehicular traffic flow. The findings of this EA indicate that the proposed action would not have significant adverse effects on the human environment or any of the environmental resources as described in the EA. Therefore, it ... |
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| Environmental Assessment to Replace Utility Poles at Bear Creek and Coast Road, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California |
Feb-2009 |
32 pages |
| Authors:
Phillip W Rieger; CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON (30TH) VANDENBERG AFB CA ENVIRONMENTAL FLIGHT
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| Environmental Assessment of the effects of replacing two utility poles at VAFB, CA to raise the utility lines crossing Bear Creek, and thus allow transfer of new missile satellite along this route. Higher lines required because new satellite fairing is larger than those previously transported to the launch complex accessed by this route. Significant issues discussed in the EA included effects on Threatened and Endangered Species and Cultural Resources. Consultation ... |
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| Evaluation of the EPA Drift Reduction Technology (DRT) Low-Speed Wind Tunnel Protocol |
Jan-2009 |
12 pages |
| Authors:
W C Hoffmann; Bradley K Fritz; Yubin Lan; AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE COLLEGE STATION TX
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| The EPA's proposed Drift Reduction Technology DRT low-speed wind tunnel evaluation protocol was tested across a series of modified ASAE reference nozzles. Both droplet size and deposition and flux volume measurements were made downwind from the nozzles operating in the tunnel at airspeeds of 1 m/s and 2.5 m/s, following the prescribed protocol. Overall, the data followed anticipated trends with a few unanticipated results observed, which could be addressed in ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for the Space Complex-5 SCOUT Launcher Relocation, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California |
Jan-2009 |
30 pages |
| Authors:
Phillip W Rieger; CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON (30TH) VANDENBERG AFB CA ENVIRONMENTAL FLIGHT
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| Environmental Assessment of the effects of relocating a SCOUT missile launcher from a dilapidated launch complex at VAFB, refurbishing it for use at Pacific Missile Range Facility in HI. Significant issue was that the Launcher was a historic property. This effect was mitigated through consultation with the State Historic Preservation Officer (attached to EA). EA concludes with a FONSI (finding of no significant impact), signed by base Vice Commander, thus ... |
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| Soil Microbial Activity Benchmarks (Provisional) for Ecological Risk Assessments at Explosives-Contaminated Sites: Promoting Range Sustainability |
Dec-2008 |
8 pages |
| Authors:
R G Kuperman; R T Checkai; C T Phillips; M Simini; S Dodard; J Hawari; S Rocheleau; M Joly; G I Sunahara; EDGEWOOD CHEMICAL BIOLOGICAL CENTER ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| The Army Strategy for the Environment applies an ecosystem approach to managing natural resources on Army installations. It incorporates the principles of sustainability across the Army into all functional areas. We conducted investigations to develop critical data required for successful management of Army installations in a sustainable manner and for the knowledge-based decision making. Assessment and protection of the terrestrial environment at Army testing and training ranges is being advanced ... |
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| Enhancing the Utility of the Rapid Environmental Assessment Database Through the Use of In Situ and Modelled Data Sets During Q316 |
Nov-2008 |
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| Authors:
Anthony W Isenor; DEFENCE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ATLANTIC DARTMOUTH (CANADA)
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 | The Rapid Environmental Assessment database (READB) is an assembly of ocean environmental data collected by DRDC Atlantic and its predecessors. The database was a result of a contract effort that combined temperature, sound speed, transmission loss, and ambient noise data into a single database management system. As well, the database contains bathymetry data and temperature-salinity climatology for the Scotian Shelf. The database is intended for use while ashore and also ... |
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| The Chesapeake Bay Interpretive Buoy System |
Sep-2008 |
5 pages |
| Authors:
Doug Wilson; NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION ANNAPOLIS MD CHESAPEAKE BAY OFFICE
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| The Chesapeake Bay Interpretive Buoy System (CBIBS) is an innovative system to collect, transmit and interpret real-time environmental data from the Chesapeake Bay to a wide variety of constituents - including scientists, on-the-water users, educators, and natural resource decision-makers - and to fill critical observational gaps in the Chesapeake Bay. CBIBS is a component of the Chesapeake Bay Observing System (CBOS) and the US Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS), addressing ... |
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| Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and Finding of No Practicable Alternative (FONPA) Demolition of 35 Buildings With the Munitions Storage Area, Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota |
Aug-2008 |
100 pages |
| Authors:
Laura Haught; CH2M HILL CHANTILLY VA
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| An Environmental Assessment (EA) was prepared to evaluate potential environmental and socioeconomic impacts of the Proposed Action and alternatives for demolishing 35 buildings within the Munitions Storage Area (MSA) at Grand Forks Air Force Base (AFB). The EA is attached to this Finding of No Significant Impact and Finding of No Practicable Alternative documents and is incorporated by reference per 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1502.21. The United States ... |
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| Final Environmental Assessment, Family Camp Facility Buckey Air Force Base, Colorado |
07-Feb-2008 |
136 pages |
| Authors:
Elizabeth Meyer; Elise Sherva; Kimberly Witt; Cheryl Groenjes; SPACE WING ( 460TH) BUCKLEY AFB CO
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| The US Air Force proposes to construct and operate a new Family Camp (FamCamp) facility adjacent to William's Lake at BAFB, Colorado. Construction of the FamCamp facility will provide outdoor recreational opportunities for the military and civilian workforce stationed at Buckley AFB, retirees, and their families. It will offer camping, fishing, picnicking, trails, playgrounds, and other outdoor activities. |
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| SERDP and ESTCP Technical Exchange Meeting on DoD Operational Range Assessment and Management Approaches |
OCT 2007 |
114 pages |
| Authors:
DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF DEFENSE RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING ARLINGTON VA STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
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| This report summarizes the results of a technical exchange meeting sponsored by the Department of Defense's (DoD) Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP) and Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP) that sought to inform representatives from the range management and assessment communities of applicable technologies developed by SERDP, ESTCP, and the Army Environmental Quality Technology (EQT) Program and to determine the technology needs of the range management and assessment ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Proposed Replacement of the Squadron Operations Facility at the 140th Wing, Colorado Air National Guard |
SEP 2007 |
146 pages |
| Authors:
Elizabeth Meyer; Kate Bartz; Carlos Jallo; Elise Sheva; Jeff Lindquist; SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORP TUCSON AZ
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| The 140th Wing (140 WG) of the Colorado Air National Guard (ANG) proposes to construct and operate an adequately sized, technologically up-to-date, and properly configured Squadron Operations Facility at Buckley Air Force Base (AFB) to accommodate the requirements of the Air Sovereignty Alert (ASA) and North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) missions. The Proposed Action would provide a new Squadron Operation Facility as well as interior modifications to the existing ... |
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| Environmental Assessment 819th Red Horse Five Year Plan, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana |
07-Aug-2007 |
96 pages |
| Authors:
RAPID ENGINEER DEPLOYABLE HEAVY OPERATIONAL REPAIR SQUADRON ENGINEER (RED HORSE) 823D TYNDALL AFB FL
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| This EA analyzes the potential environmental impacts from the proposed and alternative actions at Malmstrom AFB in Great Falls Montana. The Proposed Action supports mission requirements of the 819th RHS. Construction of new facilities and expansion of existing facilities is needed to address the shortfall in space required by the 819th RHS. The purpose of this action is to provide adequate space for the efficient execution of the 819th RHS ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Construct Airfield Lighting Vault and Demolish Building 531 at Grand Forks Air Force Base |
AUG 2007 |
102 pages |
| Authors:
Diane Strom; 319 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON GRAND FORKS AFB ND
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| The purpose of the proposed action is to construct an airfield lighting vault facility. The existing airfield lighting vault was constructed in 1957 and cannot feasibly be repaired or altered to meet current UFC and safety criteria. GFAFB proposes to repair the airfield lighting system by replacing the existing airfield lighting vault with a new vault in an adjacent location. Total facility size should be approximately equal to or less ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Construction of Storm Water Detection System at Storm Water Outfall #3, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana |
Aug-2007 |
89 pages |
| Authors:
James Denier; Rachel Wieland; Eric Farrington; Jeanne DeFauw; AIR FORCE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE BROOKS AFB TX
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| The United States Air Force (USAF) has prepared this EA to assess the environmental and social impacts resulting from the proposed action to construct a storm water detention pond at storm water Outfall #3 planned for late Fiscal Year (FY) 2007 at Malmstrom AFB. This project proposes to construct a storm water detention pond at Malmstrom AFB storm water Outfall #3 to address flooding and erosion issues historically experienced at ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Proposed Construction Freight Transfer Facility, Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado |
JUN 2007 |
130 pages |
| Authors:
Elizabeth Meyer; Mark Merrill; Debbie Zapalac; Elise Sherva; Jeff Lindquist; NATIVE ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGIES INC NEW BRAUNFELS TX
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| Under the Proposed Action, Air Force Element Program Resource Office (AFE PRO) and Defense Courier Service (DCS) is proposing to construct and operate a Freight Transfer Facility at Buckley AFB. This proposed 12,000 square foot (ft2) facility, associated parking, utilities, and security will accommodate the mission beddown of AFE PRO & DCS on Buckley AFB. The proposed facility will be sited adjacent to taxiway H, north of taxiway D. Construction ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Malmstrom Minuteman III Deactivation |
May-2007 |
257 pages |
| Authors:
David Ahlborn; Derrick Coleman; Susan Hogan-Conrad; David Jury; Matthew Malle; CIVIL ENGINEERING SQUADRON ( 341ST) MALMSTROM AFB MT
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| This environmental assessment (EA) evaluates the potential for environmental impacts as a result of the proposed deactivation of 50 Minuteman III (MM III) Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Launch Facilities (LFs) and 5 Missile Alert Facilities (MAFs) assigned to Malmstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana. Deactivation of 50 LFs and 5 MAFs equates to the inactivation of an entire missile squadron (MS). |
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| Environmental Assessment for a Two-Story Addition to Building 503 -- Hydraulic Flight Controls Lean Transformation |
MAR 2007 |
57 pages |
| Authors:
Kay Winn; Staci Hill; Josephine Lee; Wendy Longley-Cook; Sam Johnson; CH2M HILL SALT LAKE CITY UTAH
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| The current configuration of the hydraulic/pneudraulic repair facility at Hill Air Force Base (AFB) is restricted in the types of weapon systems it supports and the amount of work that can be accomplished there. Hill AFB requires a facility that would accommodate increased workload capacity and adapt to changes in workload mix. The project involves constructing a two-story addition (10,000 square feet per floor) on the north side of Building ... |
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| Interview with Susan Morrisey Livingstone, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Logistics and Environment |
MAR 2007 |
58 pages |
| Authors:
Donita M. Moorhus; Ryan R. Busby; R AND D ASSOCIATES ALEXANDRIA VA
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| Susan M. Livingstone served as Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Logistics and Environment from 1989 to 1993, where she was instrumental in establishing the four pillars (Compliance, Conservation, Pollution Prevention, and Restoration) of the Army's very successful environmental program. She was actively engaged in cleanup of formerly used defense sites and installations slated for closure. She is a recipient of the Secretary of Defense Award for Outstanding Public ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Demolish Buildings 212, 218, 819, 820 at Grand Forks Air Force Base |
31 JAN 2007 |
117 pages |
| Authors:
Diane Strom; 319 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON GRAND FORKS AFB ND
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| Environmental Assessment on the Demolition of Buildings 212, 218, 819, and 820 at Grand Forks AFB - FONSI signed 11 Dec 2006. |
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| Condition Assessment of Levees, U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission. Report 5: Flood Simulation Study of Retamal Levee, Lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas, Using Seismic and Electrical Geophysical Models |
JAN 2007 |
332 pages |
| Authors:
Joseph B. Dunbar; Jose L. Llopis; George L. Sills; Eric W. Smith; Rick D. Miller; Julian Ivanov; Robert F. Corwin; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS GEOTECHNICAL AND STRUCTURES LAB
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| In November 2004, a team from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center conducted a ponding test on a reach of the Retamal levee in the Lower Rio Grande Valley to simulate performance of the levee during a flood event. The work was performed for and with the assistance of the International Boundary and Water Commission, U.S. Section, on a levee reach with a significant number of surface cracks. ... |
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| New Approaches to the Use and Integration of Multi-Sensor Remote Sensing for Historic Resource Identification and Evaluation |
10 NOV 2006 |
395 pages |
| Authors:
Kenneth Kvamme; Eileen Ernenwein; Michael Hargrave; Thomas Sever; Deborah Harmon; Frederick Limp; Burgess Howell; Michele Koons; Jason Tullis; ARKANSAS UNIV FAYETTEVILLE DEPT OF ANTHROPOLOGY
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| This is the final report on a SERDP research project whose focus is the identification of specific combinations of remote sensors and data integration methods for the detection, identification, and interpretation of cultural resources in various environments and archaeological circumstances. The extensive suite of sensor technologies employed for this task include magnetometry, magnetic susceptibility, electrical resistivity, electromagnetic conductivity, ground penetrating radar, aerial thermal infrared and high resolution multispectral satellite imagery. ... |
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| Environmental Assessment of Makua Military Reservation in Hawaii |
01-Nov-2006 |
9 pages |
| Authors:
Mansour Zakikhani; Danny W Harrelson; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS ENVIRONMENTAL LAB
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| The Army has conducted several site-specific environmental studies to address the major public concerns at Makua Military Reservation (MMR). The monitoring and numerical technologies used at MMR may be of interest for other sites with the similar problems. Past sampling has shown that none of the samples had detectable concentrations of energetics or semi-volatile organic compounds. The nitrate and nitrite concentrations in the samples were below risk-based health criteria and ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Shoreline Stabilization at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia |
NOV 2006 |
160 pages |
| Authors:
David M. Dischner; David Lingner; Howard B. Rock; Jennifer Combs; Catherine Brandenburg; FIGHTER WING (1ST) LANGLEY AFB VA
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| The United States Air Force (Air Force), 1st Fighter Wing (1 FW) proposes to implement various methods to stabilize the shoreline at several locations along the Back River waterfront at Langley Air Force Base (AFB). This Environmental Assessment (EA) provides an analysis of the potential environmental consequences associated with the proposed action and the no action alternative, per the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 United States ... |
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| CTT&F: Distributed Sources Chemical Transport, Transformation and Fate Submodel |
OCT 2006 |
18 pages |
| Authors:
Billy E. Johnson; Zhonglong Zhang; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS
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| The distributed watershed Chemical Transport, Transformation and Fate (CTT&F) Sub-model was developed and documented by the Environmental Laboratory of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center to characterize spatial and temporal dynamics of chemicals from both point and non-point sources. The sub-model simulates multi-chemical transport and transformation processes across watershed systems. CTT&F has a modular, process-oriented structure so that it can be easily modified, extended, or even provide a ... |
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| SERDP and ESTCP Expert Panel Workshop on Reducing the Uncertainty of DNAPL Source Zone Remediation |
01 SEP 2006 |
199 pages |
| Authors:
Mike Annable; Dick Brown; Rula Deeb; Rob Hinchee; Tissa Illangasekare; Paul Johnson; Andrea Leeson; Doug Mackay; Dave Major; Perry McCarty; DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF DEFENSE RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING ARLINGTON VA STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
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| This report summarizes the results of a workshop sponsored by the Department of Defense's (DoD) Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP) and Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP) that sought to determine the research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) needs for reducing the uncertainty associated with dense nonaqueous phase liquid (DNAPL) source zone remediation at field sites. |
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| Environmental Assessment for Enhanced Use Leasing West Side Development, Phase I South, Hill AFB, Utah |
SEP 2006 |
47 pages |
| Authors:
Kay Winn; CH2M HILL SALT LAKE CITY UTAH
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| This document presents potential environmental and socioeconomic consequences associated with the proposed project called the West Side Development, Phase 1 South, developing approximately 44 acres of currently vacant property. Administrative office space and parking lots comprise the proposed development. Roads and utility infrastructure will be added to the vacant acreage during construction. Structures built during this phase would be used to accommodate administrative personnel who currently work at the base. ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Housing Demolition, Construction, Renovation, and Leasing Bethel Manor, Lighter-Than-Air, and Heavier-Than-Air Military Family Housing Areas |
AUG 2006 |
337 pages |
| Authors:
AIR COMBAT COMMAND LANGLEY AFB VA
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| The purpose of the Proposed Action is to privatize MFH at Langley AFB. Privatizing MFH includes conveying 1,496 existing units to a privatization contractor and leasing the property on which the units are located to the contractor. This EA evaluates the No Action Alternative, the Proposed Action, the Maximum Development Alternative, and cumulative impacts of other actions. Under the No Action Alternative, the 1,496 existing MFH units would not be ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Proposed Security Forces Operations Facility, Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado |
JUL 2006 |
137 pages |
| Authors:
Elizabeth Meyer; Jessica Myklebust; James Denier; Jennifer Christner; Kathyrn Fontaine; AIR FORCE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE BROOKS AFB TX
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| The United States Air Force (USAF) has prepared this EA in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act to evaluate the potential environmental and social impacts from the construction and operation of the proposed SFOF. The EA considers the No Action Alternative and three action alternatives, including the Proposed Action, for the proposed SFOF. The proposed SFOF is required to support the 460 Space Wing mission by providing a centralized ... |
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| Proceedings for the DoD Cultural Resources Workshop: Prioritizing Cultural Resources Needs in Support of a Sound Investment Strategy |
JUL 2006 |
101 pages |
| Authors:
Peter Boice; Alison A. Dalsimer; Paul Green; John A. Hall; Katharine L. Kerr; Brian M. Lione; Hillori Schenker; Maureen Sullivan; Jay Thomas; James D. Wilde; DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF DEFENSE RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING ARLINGTON VA STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
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| These proceedings encompass outcomes from the DoD Cultural Resources Workshop: Prioritizing Cultural Resource Needs in Support of a Sound Investment Strategy, and reflect the views and opinions of workshop participants, and not necessarily those of the Department of Defense. HGL supported this workshop and produced the resulting proceedings document through funding awarded by the DoD Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program and Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (Omaha COE contract ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Education Center Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado |
JUL 2006 |
135 pages |
| Authors:
Elizabeth Meyer; Jessica Myklebust; James Denier; Daniel Niosi; Jennifer Christner; AIR FORCE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE BROOKS AFB TX
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| The United States Air Force (USAF) has prepared this EA in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act to evaluate the potential environmental and social impacts from the construction and operation of the proposed Education Center. The EA considers the No Action Alternative and three action alternatives, including the Proposed Action, for the proposed Education Center. The proposed Education Center is required to support the 460th Air Base Wing mission ... |
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| Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Standard Targetry Replacement |
APR 2006 |
67 pages |
| Authors:
ARMY ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
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| This Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) evaluates potential direct, indirect, and cumulative impacts of standard targetry replacement and alternatives on environmental and land use resources. The Army believes that the majority of typical and recurring actions associated with standard targetry replacement can be best and most efficiently addressed in this PEA, instead of a separate environmental assessment (EA) for every action, as normally or historically required. To insure proper utilization of ... |
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| North Base Industrial Area Development Plan Environmental Assessment |
MAR 2006 |
141 pages |
| Authors:
David Dischner; David Lingner; Howard Rock; SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORP SANTA BARBARA CA
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| The Proposed Action consists of the redevelopment of the North Base Industrial Area. The redevelopment includes the construction of; Auto/Skills Center, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Operations Center, and a Vehicle Maintenance Complex, a new Hazardous Waste Storage Facility and an Outdoor Recreational Center with recreational vehicle storage area. Four existing buildings (1329, 1330, 1331 and 1332) would be demolished as part of the redevelopment proposal. The entrance into Durand Loop will ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Construct Fire Station at Grand Forks Air Force Base |
MAR 2006 |
51 pages |
| Authors:
Dave Rodebaugh; Allan Erickson; CH2M HILL INC MILWAUKEE WI
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| The 319 Air Refueling Wing proposes to construct a fire station at Grand Forks Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota. A Final Environmental Assessment (EA) for constructing a fire station, a radar approach control facility, and an air traffic control tower was completed in 2003. Colonel Steven E. Wayne, Grand Forks AFB Environmental Protection Committee Chairman, signed a Finding of No Significant Impact on October 2, 2003. In the fall ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Construct a CDC Main Entry Addition at Grand Forks Air Force Base |
MAR 2006 |
79 pages |
| Authors:
Diane Strom; 319 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON GRAND FORKS AFB ND
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| The purpose of the proposed action is to construct an addition to the northeast end of the Child Development Center (CDC), Building 168. The addition will provide a single-point main entry for both this facility and the adjacent Kiddie Campus, Building 120. The addition is needed to provide waiting area, lounge, and customer support space that is not available in the present facility. The existing CDC facility lacks adequate space ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Demolish 934 of Grand Forks Air Force Base |
MAR 2006 |
102 pages |
| Authors:
Wayne A. Koop; 319 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON GRAND FORKS AFB ND
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| The United States Air Force (USAF) proposes to demolish building 934 belonging to Grand Forks Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota. The purpose of the proposed action is to demolish 608 square feet of excess facility space in building 934, known as the booster station, by CES contract in FY 2006. Work includes removal of all plumbing, pumps and equipment, removal of the water lines from the water main into ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Landscape Multiple Areas at Grand Forks Air Force Base |
MAR 2006 |
151 pages |
| Authors:
Wayne A. Koop; 319 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON GRAND FORKS AFB ND
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| The purpose of the proposed action is to landscape multiple facilities and areas at Grand Forks AFB The areas are listed in a document called the Green Plan . The goal of the Green Plan is to improve the quality of life and increase community spirit and pride. Erosion control is necessary to prevent the loss of topsoil, and improve the general appearance of the improved areas of the base. ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Capital Improvement Projects, Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado. Volume 2 of 2 |
MAR 2006 |
462 pages |
| Authors:
Eric Barndt; John DuWaldt; Connie Chitwood; Robert Zimmer; Joe Rigley; AIR FORCE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE BROOKS AFB TX
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| List of Appendices: APPENDIX A: Original General Plan Figures APPENDIX B: Construction Ground Disturbance Detail Table APPENDIX C: Demolition Ground Disturbance Detail Table APPENDIX D: Construction and Operation Air Emissions Calculations APPENDIX E: Construction and Demolition Dust Suppression Water Use Table APPENDIX F: Construction and Demolition Project Solid Waste Generation Table APPENDIX G: Proposed Action Traffic Impacts APPENDIX H: Cumulative Traffic Impacts APPENDIX I: Cumulative Impervious Surface/Increased Runoff Calculations APPENDIX ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Capital Improvement Projects, Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado. Volume 1 of 2 |
MAR 2006 |
324 pages |
| Authors:
Eric Barndt; John DuWaldt; Connie Chitwood; Robert Zimmer; Joe Rigley; AIR FORCE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE BROOKS AFB TX
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| Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as amended, Council on Environmental Quality NEPA implementing regulations (40 Code of Federal Regulations [CFR] Parts 1500-1508), and Air Force NEPA implementing regulations (32 CFR 989), the USAF 460 SW conducted an assessment of the potential consequences of proposed infrastructure Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) at Buckley Air Force Base (BAFB) that are described below in the Proposed Action. PROPOSED ACTION: ... |
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| Construct Space Innovation and Development Center (SID) at Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado |
MAR 2006 |
179 pages |
| Authors:
Dean P. Converse; Albert F. Fernandez; Carmen L. Hansen; Niles V. Jokela; JoAnn M. Leonard; Randall G. McCart; Christine Modovsky; William K. Ohlmeyer; Sheri A. Rivera; Melissa R. Trenchik; CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON ( 5OTH) SCHRIEVER AFB CO
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| This Final Environmental Assessment (EA) was prepared in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, as amended. The SIDC (Space Innovation and Development Center) mission (formerly the Space Warfare Center [SWC] and Space Test and Evaluation Facility [STEF]) currently operates out of five separate facilities, including temporary facilities and a downtown facility. As a result of a mission change at the Joint National Integration Center on Schriever ... |
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| Environmental Assessment (EA): Proposed Renovation of Building 238, Hill Air Force Base, Utah |
06 JAN 2006 |
42 pages |
| Authors:
Randal Klein; Kay Winn; STREAMLINE CONSULTING LLC FARMINGTON UT
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| Hill Air Force Base (AFB) proposes to accommodate current United States Air Force missions by renovating Building 238, to include: gas turbine engine cells; a bearing shop; lean manufacturing systems; a product development laboratory; an optical shop and low-observable painting facility; a 5-axis router; a paint training facility; plating and pretreatment processes; and a flame spray booth. The proposed action, alternate locations, and the no action alternative were all considered. ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Construct Physical Fitness Center, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana |
Jan-2006 |
68 pages |
| Authors:
Tony P Lucas; CIVIL ENGINEERING SQUADRON ( 341ST) MALMSTROM AFB MT
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| This document was prepared by the 341st Civil Engineer Squadron, Environmental Flight, Malmstrom AFB, Montana. This draft report is intended to permit Malmstrom AFB to make a fully informed decision and provide public notice for the proposed project to satisfy requirements set forth in the National Environmental Policy Act. Comments based on this draft Environmental Assessment shall be consolidated and used to develop a final Environmental Assessment which will determine ... |
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| Gear Efficiencies in the Fish Component of the Long Term Resource Monitoring Program: Predicted versus Observed Catch |
2006 |
3 pages |
| Authors:
Brian S. Ickes; GEOLOGICAL SURVEY LA CROSSE WI UPPER MIDWEST ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES CENTER
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| Environmental monitoring programs are frequently designed to track changes in key physical, chemical, and biological features of an ecosystem. As such, these programs provide critical information for detecting changes in system state, investigating mechanisms associated with observed changes, and making resource management decisions. Because monitoring programs require significant investments of time, money, and human resources, periodic evaluations of monitoring programs are necessary to determine if the sampling design adequately addresses ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Proposed Armament Overhaul and Test Facility, Hill Air Force Base, Utah |
12 DEC 2005 |
37 pages |
| Authors:
Randal K. Winn; STREAMLINE CONSULTING LLC FARMINGTON UT
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| Hill AFB proposes to construct an armament overhaul and test facility. This facility would eliminate batching, minimize component travel time, and reduce work in process. USAF managers propose to implement technological advancements in fired round collection and laser image projection systems to more accurately determine pattern disbursement and acceleration rates. More accurate initial tests would decrease retesting requirements. The proposed action and the no action alternative were both considered in ... |
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| Environmental Assessment for Youth Center and Recreational Vehicle Parking Lot Expansion Project, Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado |
DEC 2005 |
286 pages |
| Authors:
SPACE WING ( 460TH) BUCKLEY AFB CO
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| PROPOSED ACTION: The USAF proposes to construct a Youth Center and to expand an existing RV parking lot at Buckley APB. The Youth Center and RV Expansion Lot projects would include construction encompassing approximately 8.2 acres of land at two locations within the boundaries of Buckley AFB. The Youth Center project would include construction of a building and landscaped area with a playground. The RV Expansion Lot would include sufficient ... |
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| Environmental Assessment: Demolish 452 at Grand Forks Air Force Base |
DEC 2005 |
84 pages |
| Authors:
Diane Strom; 319 CIVIL ENGINEER SQUADRON GRAND FORKS AFB ND
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| The purpose of the proposed action is to demolish 1800 square feet of excess facility space in building 452, previously known as the SABER office, in-house by CES in FY 06. Work includes asbestos and lead based paint removal abatement/removal, building demolition, excavation, slab removal, backfill, grading, removal of debris, and site restoration. The Grand Forks AFB Facility Board approved relocation of the SABER office on 23 Mar 2005, and ... |
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