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EROSION CONTROL PLAN

For

SAXON CREEK BRIDGE

USDA Forest Service, Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit ii

Contents I. Introduction and Certifications

I.A. Plan Objectives

I.B. Plan Implementation Schedule

I.F. Emergency contact person

II. Project Information

II.A. Project Description

III. Best Management Practices

III.A. Site Management Narrative

III.B. Sediment and Erosion/Stabilization Control Narrative

III.B.1. Erosion Control

III.B.2. Sediment Control

III.C. Non-Storm water and Material Management Narrative

III.D. Dewatering and Diversion Plan Narrative

III.F. Post-Construction Storm Water Management Measures Narrative

III.G. Schedule for BMP Implementation

III.H. BMP and Disturbed Soil Area maps

IV.A. BMP Inspection and Maintenance Narrative

IV.B. Rain Event Action Plan Narrative

V. Construction Site Monitoring and Reporting Plan (CSMRP)

V.A. Purpose

V.B. Visual Monitoring

V.C. Water Quality Sampling and Analysis

V.D. Watershed Monitoring Option

V.G. Non-Compliance Reporting

V.G.1. 24-Hour Reporting

V.G.2. Planned Changes

V.G.3. Anticipated Noncompliance

Appendix A – CASQA BMP Standard Specifications ....................................................................................... i

Appendix B - Visual Monitoring/BMP Inspection Form ................................................................................. i

Appendix C- Rain Event Action Plan Template .............................................................................................. i

I. Introduction and Certifications

I.A. Plan Objectives This functionally erosion control plan has been developed for the Saxon Creek Bridge Construction project to comply with requirements to implement BMPs to achieve compliance with effluent limits and receiving water. This plan has been developed and will be amended, when necessary, to meet the following objectives:

1. Identify, construct, implement and maintain BMPs to reduce or eliminate pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges from construction sites.

2. Identify pollutant sources including sediment sources that may affect the quality of storm water discharges associated with construction activity.

3. Identify non-storm water discharges.

I.B. Plan Implementation Schedule The specific construction schedule will be determined by the contractor when a contractor is selected for this work. The project is planned for summer of 2018. There are several aspects of the construction that will be controlled by the Forest Service, including:

• Construction excavation will occur between May 1 and October 1.

• Micro-basins will be one of the first features constructed. They will be used as a BMP to capture storm water flows from open graded or impervious surfaces.

• Temporary BMPs will be required to be on site prior to any grading.

I.F. Emergency contact person.

Owner: US Forest Service, LTBMU 35 College Drive South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 530-543-2600

COR: Paul Potts Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Office: 530-543-2746

Hazardous Spill: Joey Keely Forest Spill Coordinator, LTBMU

530-543-266

II. Project Information

II.A. Project Description

The Saxon Creek Bridge Construction project will remove the exiting 6’ culvert and a 30’ bridge will be constructed. The bridge will accommodate a 100-year flood without overtopping.

Approximately 150l.f. of trail will be decommissioned adjacent to Saxon Creek. About 600l.f. of Fountain Place road will be re-graded and re-paved to provide for a smoother road profile. Due to the road being re-graded, an existing 18” culvert on an ephemeral stream will be replaced with a new 18” x 20’ culvert. Approximately 60 trees greater than 6”dbh will be removed. Tree removal will include felling, limbing, bucking, stump removal, decking, and chipping. The same BMPs will be used for tree removal as in the rest of the project. In addition, six infiltration basins to capture storm water from impervious surfaces will be constructed.

This project is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2018.

III. Best Management Practices

III.A. Site Management Narrative Construction site management shall consist of controlling potential sources of pollution before they come in contact with storm water systems or watercourses. Potential sources of pollution may include storm water over newly graded areas, asphalt grindings, uncompacted pavement, concrete waste, or stockpiles. Other potential pollutants may include improperly functioning portable restrooms, fluids from mechanical equipment used on site, or excessive dust. See Tables 2 – 5 for specific CASQA BMPs used to mitigate these possible pollutants. Appropriate site management measures shall be implemented to control material pollution and manage waste by implementing effective handling, storage, use and disposal practices. Additionally, many non-storm water pollution control BMPs (below) are necessary for proper site management.

Waste management and materials pollution control BMPs shall be implemented to minimize storm water contact with construction materials, wastes and service areas and to prevent materials and wastes from being discharged off-site. The primary mechanisms for storm water contact that shall be addressed include:

• Direct contact with precipitation

• Contact with storm water run-on and runoff

• Wind dispersion of loose materials

• Direct discharge to watercourses through spills or dumping

The following Waste Management and Materials Pollution Control BMPs Table indicates the BMPs that shall be implemented to handle materials and control construction site wastes associated with these construction activities. See Appendix A for identified CASQA specifications.

Table 2. CONSTRUCTION SITE MANAGEMENT WASTE MANAGEMENT AND MATERIALS POLLUTION CONTROL BMPs

CASQA

Fact BMP Name BMP Used If Not Used, Why YES NO

WM-1 Material Delivery and Storage √ WM-2 Material Use √ WM-3 Stockpile Management √ WM-4 Spill Prevention and Control √ WM-5 Solid Waste Management √ WM-6 Hazardous Waste Management √

WM-7 Contaminated Soil Management √ No contaminated soil on site

WM-8 Concrete Waste Management √

WM-9 Sanitary/Septic Waste Management √

WM-10 Liquid Waste Management √

The following list of BMPs and narrative explain how the selected BMPs will be incorporated into the project. Where CASQA fact sheets contradict information contained in the Technical Specifications or the Drawings, the COR shall determine which criteria applies.

WM-1, WM-2 Materials Delivery, Storage and Use In general, BMPs shall be implemented to help prevent discharges of construction materials during delivery, storage and use. Materials, equipment, stockpiles, spoils, and waste will be limited to already disturbed and flat areas. A barrier shall be provided along the downslope edge of the staging areas to prevent runoff leaving the area. If the COR determines there is a risk of run-on, a barrier shall be provided along the upslope edge of the staging area.

WM-3 Stockpile Management Stockpile Management shall be implemented to reduce or eliminate pollution of storm water from stockpiles of soil and rock materials. Any stockpiles will be located in already disturbed and flat areas. All stockpiles will be located to avoid run-on. Stockpiles shall be surrounded with sediment controls, and if a soil stockpile is inactive for 14 days it will be stabilized with hydraulic mulch or geotextile. If any soil or other erodible material is stockpiled over the winter, it will be covered with hydraulic mulch by October 15

WM-4 Spill Prevention and Control Spill Prevention and Control shall be implemented to contain and clean up spills, and to prevent material discharge to waterways.

WM-5, WM-6, WM-10 Solid, Liquid, and Hazardous Waste Management Solid Waste Management, Liquid Waste Management, and Hazardous Waste Management BMPs shall be implemented to minimize storm water contact with waste materials and prevent waste discharges. Solid wastes (trash) shall be disposed of offsite daily. If onsite storage is necessary, solid wastes shall be stored inside a locked storage container.

Liquid hazardous waste shall be disposed of offsite the same day it is generated. If it is necessary to store liquid hazardous waste, it will be stored in the same storage container referenced above. Hazardous wastes shall be contained in appropriate and clearly marked containers and segregated from other non-waste materials. All hazardous waste shall be stored, transported and disposed as required.

WM-8 Concrete Waste Management All concrete waste, including concrete washout, shall be collected and taken offsite. A majority of concrete will be underground (i.e. gate posts).

WM-9 Sanitary and Septic Wastes Portable toilets shall be located and maintained at the staging areas for the duration of the project. Specific locations will be determined in the field by the COR. Weekly maintenance shall be provided and wastes shall be disposed offsite. The toilets shall be located away from concentrated flow paths. Toilet location shall not interfere with traffic flow.

III.B. Sediment and Erosion/Stabilization Control Narrative

III.B.1. Erosion Control Erosion control is any source control practice that protects the soil surface and prevents soil particles from being detached by rainfall, flowing water or wind. Erosion control consists of using project scheduling and planning to reduce soil and/or vegetation disturbance, controlling drainage in disturbed areas and preparing and stabilizing disturbed soil areas.

This construction project will implement the following practices to provide effective temporary and final erosion control during construction:

• Preserve existing vegetation; existing vegetation will be preserved outside of these boundaries;

• The area of soil disturbing operations shall be controlled such that either erosion control BMPs (Table 3) can be quickly and effectively implemented or the site can be permanently stabilized in that area;

• Stabilize drainage swale side slopes and outflows with rock armoring.

• Non-active areas will be stabilized within 14 days of cessation of construction activities;

• Prior to the completion of construction, apply permanent stabilization to disturbed soil areas.

Sufficient erosion control materials shall be maintained onsite to allow implementation in conformance with this Plan. This includes implementation requirements for active and non-active areas that require deployment of BMPs before the onset of rain.

The following erosion control BMP selection table indicates the BMPs that shall be implemented to control erosion during construction. CASQA Fact Sheets for temporary erosion control BMPs are provided in Appendix A.

Table 3. EROSION CONTROL BMPs

Fact Sheet

BMP Name BMP Used

If Not Used, Why YES NO

EC-1 Scheduling √

EC-2 Preservation of Existing Vegetation

EC-3 Hydraulic Mulch √ EC-4 Hydroseed √ Not necessary EC-5 Soil Binders √ Not necessary EC-6 Straw Mulch √ Using wood mulch EC-7 Geotextiles and Mats √ Not necessary EC-8 Wood Mulching √

EC-9 Earth Dikes and Drainage Swales √

EC-10 Velocity Dissipation Devices √ EC-11 Slope Drains √ Not necessary EC-12 Stream Bank Stabilization √ Not necessary

EC-14 Compost Blankets √ Not necessary EC-15 Soil Preparation- Roughening √ EC-16 Non-Vegetated Stabilization √

WE-1 Wind Erosion Control √

Specifications or the Drawings, the more stringent criteria (as determined by the COR) shall apply.

EC-1, EC-2 Scheduling, Preservation of Existing Vegetation

Surface disturbance activities will begin May 1 and continue no later than October 15. Grading activities are scheduled to be completed prior to October 3, ensuring enough time for winterization activities before the October 15 grading deadline. A grading ordinance exemption may be requested from TRPA and LRWQCB if the COR and Project Engineer deem it necessary and appropriate to work past October 15. When there is a 30 percent or greater chance of precipitation in the project area as predicted by the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), further actions may be taken (see section IV.B. Rain Event Action Plan Narrative).

The project schedule will sequence construction activities with the installation of both soil stabilization and sediment control measures. Micro-basins and/or other temporary BMPs will be constructed before major ground disturbing activity begins, in order to capture stormwater flows from open graded or impervious surfaces. BMPs will be deployed in a sequence to precede the progress of grading and construction (including staging areas and tree removal).

The construction schedule will be arranged as much as practicable to leave existing vegetation and other ground cover undisturbed until immediately prior to grading. See Figures 2 – 5 for disturbed soil areas; existing vegetation will be preserved outside of these displayed boundaries. Construction fencing may be used as a safety precaution during construction.

EC-3 Hydraulic Mulch

Soil stockpiles that are not actively being used will be covered with hydraulic mulch or a plastic cover.

EC-8, EC-16 Wood Mulching, Non-Vegetated Stabilization Decompaction of soils and application of wood mulch will be used in combination with slash material as long-term stabilization for disturbed areas that will not be paved upon completion of the project. These areas include staging and stockpile areas as well as disturbed areas inside the SEZ.

Wood mulch may be used to cover small exposed soil areas that have the potential to release sediment discharge to a live waterbody prior to a forecast storm event. If wood mulch is used in such an instance it shall be applied to depth that will protect soil and prevent movement to mulch (approximately 2”– 4”).

EC-9 Drainage Swales Drainage features, such as pavement outsloping and shoulder grading, will be used as permanent BMPs to convey water from travel surfaces. See Figures 2 – 5 for locations of infiltration basins, where water will be conveyed to.

EC-10 Velocity Dissipation Devices A rock velocity dissipation device will be used at the outlet of all culverts and micro basins.

EC-15 Soil Preparation / Roughening Compacted areas to be restored will be decompacted to increase water infiltration capacity. A uniform decompaction of the soil will be accomplished to a depth of 6 to 12 inches.

WE-1 Wind Erosion Control Water shall be applied to disturbed areas to control dust, and the water will be applied using water trucks. Water application rates will be minimized as necessary to prevent runoff and ponding. Water equipment leaks will be repaired as soon as possible. Material stockpiles may also be watered if wind erosion is evident.

III.B.2. Sediment Control

Sediment controls are structural measures that are intended to complement and enhance the selected erosion control measures and reduce sediment discharges from construction areas.

Sediment controls are designed to intercept and settle out soil particles that have been detached and transported by the force of water. Additional temporary sediment control materials will be maintained onsite throughout the duration of the project, ready for implementation in an anticipated precipitation event (see Section IV.B. Rain Event Action Plan Narrative for protocol during an anticipated precipitation event), rapid response to failures, or emergencies, as described below. This includes implementation requirements for active areas and non-active areas before the onset of rain. The following sediment control BMP selection table (Table 4) indicates the BMPs that shall be implemented to control sediment on the construction site.

Table 4. SEDIMENT CONTROL BMPs

SE-1 Silt Fence √ SE-2 Sediment Basin √ SE-3 Sediment Trap √ Not necessary SE-4 Check Dam √ Not necessary SE-5 Fiber Rolls √ SE-6 Gravel Bag Berm √ Not necessary SE-7 Street Sweeping √ SE-8 Sandbag Barrier √ Not necessary SE-9 Straw Bale Barrier √ Not necessary

SE-10 Temporary Drain Inlet Protection √ Not necessary

SE-11 ATS √ Not necessary SE-12 Temporary Silt Dike √ Not necessary SE-13 Compost Sock and Berm √ Not necessary SE-14 Biofilter Bags √ Using other methods

TC-1 Stabilized Construction Entrance/Exit √

TC-2 Stabilized Construction Roadway √ Using permanent roads

TC-3 Entrance Outlet Tire Wash √

Specifications or the Drawings, the more stringent criteria (as determined by the COR) shall apply.

SE-1 Silt Fence If precipitation occurs, and before disturbed soil area runoff occurs, silt fence may be installed to contain erosion from openly graded areas.

SE-2 Sediment Basin Permanent infiltration basins will be constructed before any major grading begins. The basins will be built to capture the eroded or disturbed soil that is washed off during storms, and protect the quality of all nearby surface water.

SE-5 Fiber Rolls Fiber rolls will be used to surround any stockpile area that is inactive for more than 14 days or when there is an anticipated precipitation event (see Section IV.B. Rain Event Action Plan Narrative for a definition of an anticipated precipitation event). They may also be used to stabilize newly graded slopes during the threat of precipitation. Additional fiber rolls will be kept on-site to be deployed as needed.

SE-7 Street Sweeping If tracking is evident due to construction, the excess sediment from the project site will be broomed to an area where it won’t be carried away by storm water flows.

TC-1, TC-2 Stabilized Construction Entrance/Exit, Entrance Outlet Tire Wash Tracking will not occur off Forest Service property. Brooming will be the main BMP used to prevent tracking off of Forest Service property. If this is not sufficient as determined by the COR, a stabilized exit and/or a tire wash may be used.

III.C. Non-Storm water and Material Management Narrative The selection of non-storm water BMPs is based on the list of construction activities with a potential for non-storm water discharges identified above. The following non-storm water control BMP selection table (Table 5) indicates the BMPs that shall be implemented to prevent non-storm water discharges at the construction Site.

Table 5. NON-STORM WATER POLLUTION CONTROL BMPs

NS-1 Water Control and Conservation √

NS-2 Dewatering Operations √

NS-3 Paving & Grinding Ops √ NS-4 Temp Stream Crossing √ Not necessary NS-5 Clear Water Diversion √

NS-6 Illicit Connection & Illegal Discharge √

NS-7 Potable Water/ Irrigation √

NS-8 Vehicle and Equipment Cleaning √

NS-9 Vehicle and Equipment Fueling √

NS-10 Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance √

NS-11 Pile Driving Operations √ No pile driving in project NS-12 Concrete Curing √ NS-13 Concrete Finishing √

NS-14

Material & Equipment Used Over Water

NS-15 Demolition/ Removal Adjacent to Water √

NS-16 Temporary Batch Plants √ Not necessary

The following list and narrative of BMPs explain how the selected BMPs will be incorporated

Specifications or the Drawings, the more stringent criteria (as determined by the COR) shall apply.

NS-1, NS-7 Water Control and Conservation, Potable Water / Irrigation Water application rates will be minimized as necessary to prevent runoff and ponding. Water equipment leaks will be repaired immediately. If irrigation is used to establish vegetation, irrigated areas within the construction limits will be inspected for excess watering and watering times and schedules will be adjusted to ensure that the appropriate amount of water is being used and runoff is avoided.

NS-3 Paving and Grinding Operations Asphalt waste will be disposed of offsite. Any material produced from potential grinding operations may be used as base in non-SEZ areas. Micro-basins will be in place to capture storm water flow from paved surfaces.

NS-6 Illicit Connection and Illegal Discharge Connection The LTBMU will implement the Illicit Connection/Illegal Discharge Detection Reporting BMP throughout the duration of the project.

NS-8, NS-9, NS-10 Vehicle and Equipment Operations Vehicle and Equipment Fueling (NS-9), and Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance BMPs (NS-10) will be utilized to prevent discharges of fuel and other vehicle fluids. Vehicles will be cleaned and inspected (NS-8) prior to arrival on site. Vehicle cleaning will not be performed onsite, except as part of normal maintenance to remove excess dirt/mud from equipment. This type of cleaning will take place within the staging area (BMP area) and be performed such that runoff is not generated; wash water will be contained within the project area.

Fuel trucks, each equipped with absorbent spill clean-up materials, shall be used for all onsite fueling. Drip pans or absorbent pads shall be used during all vehicle and equipment maintenance activities that involve grease, oil, solvents, or other vehicle fluids. All vehicle maintenance shall be conducted at least 50 feet away from stream channels and on a level graded area. If mobile maintenance is necessary due to an equipment failure within the construction area that prevents the equipment from be moved to a staging area, drip pans and/or absorbent pads shall be used to prevent any contamination of the site.

NS-12, 13 Concrete Curing, Concrete Finishing There will be concrete used for the following portions of this project: building foundation, gate post and faucet installations, and sewer and water underground utility relocations. Any surface concrete curing will be covered during predicted storms, and will not affect surface waters.

III.D. Dewatering and Diversion Plan Narrative Dewatering and diversion actions are planned as part of this project. The contractor will be required to submit a dewatering plan that includes:

1. Primary plan for erosion control on the site for daily work needs that diverts in flow stream during construction.

2. Alternate plan in case an aspect of the primary plan does not work out as intended. This could be an extra pump, or an extra pipe or extra sand bags.

3. Contingency plan that addresses a forecasted 1” precipitation event. This could be the installation of 48” pipe.

4. Emergency plan. This could be actions taken to accommodate a storm that has exceeded all systems. It may be the installation of additional sand bags, pulling stuff out of the river or standing by watching until it subsides and then the cleanup of the problem. Or button up the construction site to enable it to be as clean as possible for the storm event.

During excavation activities a sump pump(s) might be install and collected water will be spread in the Forest. The 18” culvert will be installed only when the channel are dry.

III.F. Post-Construction Storm Water Management Measures Narrative All features constructed during this project are designed to function during storms. Infiltration basins are designed to handle the capacity of a one inch in 24-hour storm, and runoff from new asphalt will be collected in these basins. This project will be monitored post-construction to determine if the roads and drainages are functioning as designed. In addition, the Forest Service National BMPEP protocol will be used to evaluate this project. This national protocol can be found at the following website:

http://fsweb.wo.fs.fed.us/wfw/watershed/national_bmps/bmp_docs-recreation.html

III.G. Schedule for BMP Implementation BMPs will be implemented, modified, and maintained appropriately for the site and weather conditions encountered during the project. Fiber rolls will be placed at the base of all material stockpiles, and material piles will be watered if excessive wind erosion is occurring.

III.H. BMP and Disturbed Soil Area maps The construction plans show the disturbed soil areas (DSAs), drainage crossings, and staging area BMPs for this project. Orange construction fence will be placed along project. IV. BMP Inspection, maintenance and Rain Event Action Plans

IV.A. BMP Inspection and Maintenance Narrative Inspection of the construction site be made at the end of each work day and before, during, and after rain events.

The purpose of the inspections is to discover potential water quality problems so that corrective measures can be implemented immediately. Inspections of BMPs are conducted to identify:

• BMPs that are properly installed;

• BMPs that need maintenance to operate effectively;

• BMPs that have failed; or

• BMPs that could fail to operate as intended.

IV.B. Rain Event Action Plan Narrative The Rain Event Action Plan (REAP) is a document designed to be used as a planning tool by the COR to protect exposed portions of the project sites prior to and during precipitation events and to ensure that the discharger has adequate materials, staff and time to implement erosion and sediment control measures. These measures are intended to reduce the amount of sediment and other pollutants that could be generated during a rain event. It is the responsibility of the COR to be aware of precipitation forecasts and to obtain and keep copies of forecasted precipitation from NOAA’s National Weather Service Forecast Office (http://srh.noaa.gov/forecast).

The COR will inform the contractor when any anticipated precipitation event is forecasted. An anticipated precipitation event is any weather pattern that is forecast to have a 30 percent or greater chance of producing precipitation as rainfall in the project area as predicted by the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (http://www.srh.noaa.gov/). During periods when thunderstorm activity is anticipated, weather conditions shall be monitored during the course of the day. If the chance of thunderstorms becomes 30 percent or greater, or when visual observations indicate imminent precipitation, the COR shall inform the contractor that additional BMP’s will be implemented.

V. Construction Site Monitoring and Reporting Plan (CSMRP)

V.A. Purpose This Construction Site Monitoring Plan was developed to address the following objectives:

• Demonstrate that the site is in compliance with the discharge prohibitions and applicable effluent limitations;

• Determine whether non-visible pollutants are present at the construction site and are causing or contributing to exceedance of water quality objectives;

• Determine whether immediate corrective actions, additional BMPs, are necessary to reduce pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges;

• Determine whether BMPs included in the SWPPP/REAP are effective in preventing or reducing pollutants in storm water discharges and authorized non-storm water discharges; and

• Demonstrate that appropriate sample collection, handling and analysis procedures are implemented.

http://www.srh.noaa.gov/

V.B. Visual Monitoring During the active construction season, an inspection of the construction site shall be made at the end of each work day. Additionally, during the inactive period, inspections must be conducted at least once per month during daylight hours. Monthly inspections may not occur during winter months if site is covered in snow.

During both active and inactive periods, a construction site inspection shall also be performed within the 24-hour period prior to an anticipated rain event (chance of precipitation is forecasted at 30 percent or greater), daily during the event, and within 24 hours after actual storm events. This requirement does not apply during snow events.

Visual observations will be made at all active areas of construction. In addition, visual observations must be made at all designated effluent outfalls and locations where storm water may discharge from the project boundary, such as at each infiltration basin at the day use restroom site if overflow occurs.

After the completion of construction, additional visual monitoring will take place at least once during the Spring, Summer, and Fall to ensure project actions were effective.

Each micro-basin will be inspected to find evidence of its success. If evidence of failure of any of the above measures exists, the Forest Service will take further action. For example, if evidence of erosion is found circumventing the newly constructed micro-basins, these basins may be reconstructed to fully capture future storm flows. If vegetative cover is not adequate as determined by a Forest Service botanist, more vegetation may be planted or more native seed with hydromulch may be placed.

In addition, the newly updated Forest Service National BMPEP protocol will be used to evaluate this project. The protocol from “Recreation Management A” will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of BMP construction for this project. This national protocol can be found at the following website:

http://fsweb.wo.fs.fed.us/wfw/watershed/national_bmps/bmp_docs-recreation.html

V.C. Water Quality Sampling and Analysis Storm water runoff generated from the project area which is discharged to surface waters must not contain constituents in excess of the following numeric effluent limitations (NELs):

Table 8. Storm Water Effluent Limitations Parameter Units Maximum Daily Effluent Limitation for Discharge

Total Nitrogen (N) mg/L 0.5 Total Phosphorus (P) mg/L 0.1 Total Iron mg/L 0.5

Turbidity NTU 20 Grease and Oil mg/L 2

Total Nitrogen, Total Phosphorus, Total Iron, and Grease and Oil will only be sampled if there is reason to believe it is present in excess amount as a result of project activities, or there are visual indicators (Grease and Oil) that a substance is present in the storm water runoff.

Additionally, waters generated within the project area that are discharged to surface waters must not contain the following:

• Substances in concentrations that are toxic to, or produce detrimental physiological responses in human, plant or animal life; and

• Coliform organisms attributable to human wastes.

Samples will not take place for these substances unless there is reason to believe they are present.

For protection of receiving waters the pH of effluent samples should not fall outside of the range of 6.0 to 9.0. Concrete placement is minor, and no impact is expected to occur on receiving waters. Because no activity of the project is expected to affect pH, samples will not be taken unless there is reason to believe that pH levels are adversely impacted.

In addition, storm water runoff turbidity samples will be taken from visible surface water discharge locations deriving from newly constructed areas and overflow from road infiltration basins, as applicable. Water samples will be collected by the Forest Service during the first two hours of discharge from rain events or as soon as staff are able to get to the site if rain event occurs outside of normal construction time. A minimum of three samples will be collected each day storm water that is derived from new construction is discharged off site to receiving waters. These water samples will document BMP effectiveness and ensure ambient water quality is not degraded. Water samples will be collected during daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) during the event and cease when turbidity falls to background levels. Water samples will not be collected if unsafe conditions exist.

V.D. Watershed Monitoring Option This project consists of routine road construction and drainage restoration and does not require additional monitoring of the watershed.

V.G. Non-Compliance Reporting

V.G.1. 24-Hour Reporting The Forest Service shall immediately notify the Lahontan Water Board orally within 24 hours whenever an adverse condition occurs as a result of a discharge. An adverse condition includes, but is not limited to, a violation or threatened violation of the conditions of this Plan, significant spills of petroleum products or toxic chemicals, or damage to control facilities that could affect compliance pursuant to Section 13267(b) of the California Water Code, a written notification of the adverse condition shall be submitted to the Lahontan Water Board within 5 business days of occurrence. The written notification shall identify the adverse conditions, describe the actions necessary to remedy the condition, and/or the actions implemented to abate the problem from continuing, and specify a timeline, subject to the modifications of the Lahontan Water Board, for remedial actions.

In the event that sampling results exceed any applicable NEL, the Forest Service shall orally notify the Lahontan Water Board within 24 hours after the NEL exceedance has been identified.

V.G.2. Planned Changes The LTBMU shall notify the LRWQCB of planned changes. This will include any planned physical alterations or additions to the project. Notice is required when the alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants discharged. This notification applies to pollutants that are not subject to effluent limitation under this permit (40 CFR 122.41 (l)(1)(ii)).

V.G.3. Anticipated Noncompliance The LTBMU shall give advance notice to the LRWQCB.

Appendix A – CASQA BMP Standard Specifications

Index of CASQA Fact Sheets*

WM-1 Material Delivery and Storage WM-2 Material Use WM-3 Stockpile Management WM-4 Spill Prevention and Control WM-5 Solid Waste Management WM-6 Hazardous Waste Management WM-8 Concrete Waste Management WM-9 Sanitary/Septic Waste Management WM-10 Liquid Waste Management EC-1 Scheduling EC-2 Preservation of Existing Vegetation EC-3 Hydraulic Mulch EC-8 Wood Mulching EC-9 Earth Dikes and Drainage Swales EC-10 Velocity Dissipation Devices EC-15 Soil Preparation-Roughening EC-16 Non-Vegetated Stabilization WE-1 Wind Erosion Control SE-1 Silt Fence SE-2 Sediment Basin SE-5 Fiber Rolls SE-7 Street Sweeping TC-1 Stabilized Construction Entrance/Exit TC-3 Entrance Outlet Tire Wash NS-1 Water Control and Conservation NS-2 Dewatering Operations NS-3 Paving & Grinding Ops NS-5 Clear Water Diversion NS-6 Illicit Connection and Illegal Discharge NS-7 Potable Water/Irrigation NS-8 Vehicle and Equipment Cleaning NS-9 Vehicle Equipment Fueling NS-10 Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance NS-12 Concrete Curing NS-13 Concrete Finishing

*The CASQA fact sheets referenced above are not included in this document, but they will be available on site during construction.

Appendix B - Visual Monitoring/BMP Inspection Form Visual Monitoring/BMP Inspection Form

Date/Time:

Observer:

FEATURE INSPECTED DISCREPANCY

DETECTED? CIRCLE ONE

DAMAGE TO CONTAINMENT MEASURES OR EROSION CONTROL FENCING YES NO

IMPROPERLY INSTALLED OR INEFFECTIVE BOUNDARY FENCE YES NO

VEHICLE ACCESS INTO A “NO DISTURBANCE AREA” YES NO

DISTURBED AREAS WITH INADEQUATE EROSION PREVENTION AND SEDIMENT

CONTROL PROTECTION YES NO

EVIDENCE OF SEDIMENT LEAVING OR NOT ENTERING INTO ADJACENT SEDIMENT

BASINS; APPROXIMATE % OF SEDIMENT BASIN CAPACITY IF WATER IS PRESENT YES NO

SEDIMENT PILES LEFT UNPROTECTED OR LOCATED IN A DRAINAGE WAY YES NO

SPILLED OR IMPROPERLY STORED HAZARDOUS MATERIALS YES NO

ANY EVIDENCE OF SEDIMENT TRACKING DUE TO CONSTRUCTION YES NO

ANY SIGNS OF SOIL EROSION OR DEPOSITION DOWNGRADIENT FROM RUNOFF

DISCHARGES YES NO

SEDIMENT ACCUMULATION WITHIN ONSITE WATER DRAINAGE CONTROL

STRUCTURES. YES NO

ANY EVIDENCE OF ILLICIT, NOT AUTHORIZED, OR AUTHORIZED NON-STORM WATER

DISCHARGES. YES NO

ANY OBSERVED IMPACTS TO A RECEIVING WATER YES NO

IF “YES” IS AN ANSWER TO ANY OF THE QUESTIONS ABOVE, THE FOLLOWING PAGE WILL BE FILLED OUT WITH A

DOCUMENTED EXPLANATION AND A DESCRIPTION OF REMEDIAL ACTION TAKEN.

Date/Time:

Observer:

Describe Discrepancy Detected:

Location of Discrepancy (include photo of incident):

Weather Conditions:

Remedial Action(s) Taken

Appendix C- Rain Event Action Plan Template

Rain Event Action Plan (REAP)

SAXON CREEK BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION

Site Information: El Dorado County, CA T12N, R18E Section 22

COR (name and emergency contact): Paul Potts, 530-543-2746 Storm water sampler:

Date of REAP:

Date Rain Predicted to Occur: Predicted % chance of rain:

Predicted Rain Event Triggered Actions

Below is a list of suggested actions and items to review for this project. All material storage areas, stockpiles, waste management areas, vehicle and equipment storage and maintenance, areas of active soil disturbance, and areas of active work shall be checked to ensure the proper implementation of BMPs. Project-wide BMPs should be checked and cross referenced to the appropriate map, EPS sheet and/or BMP Fact sheet.

Activity Suggested action(s) to perform / items to review

Scheduling

□ Inform project personnel of predicted rain

□ Check scheduled activities and reschedule as needed

□ Schedule staff for rain inspections (including weekends & holidays)

□ Other:

Material Stock and Storage

□ Hazardous materials or materials that could be damaged by precipitation are under cover or in a storage container

□ Verify Erosion and Sediment Control (ESC) material stock is adequate and available

□ Perimeter control around stockpiles

□ Materials and equipment properly stored and covered

□ Other:

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Operations

□ Waste and debris removed from site

□ Open excavations properly protected

□ Perimeter controls around disturbed areas and site boundaries

□ Port-a-potty closed and maintained

□ Any open utility piping stabilized or covered

□ Any concrete or asphalt waste removed from site

□ Other:

Spills & Drips

□ Spill kits ready and available

□ All incident spills and drips contained and cleaned

□ Drip pans emptied

□ Other:

Other/ Discussion/ Diagrams

Attach a printout of the weather forecast from the NOAA website to the REAP

I certify under penalty of law that this Rain Event Action Plan (REAP) will be performed in accordance with the General Permit by me or under my direction in accordance with a system designed to assure qualified personnel properly gathered and evaluated information submitted.

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Date

I. Introduction and Certifications

I.A. Plan Objectives

I.B. Plan Implementation Schedule

I.F. Emergency contact person.

II. Project Information

II.A. Project Description

III. Best Management Practices

III.A. Site Management Narrative

III.B. Sediment and Erosion/Stabilization Control Narrative

III.B.1. Erosion Control

III.B.2. Sediment Control

III.C. Non-Storm water and Material Management Narrative

III.D. Dewatering and Diversion Plan Narrative

III.F. Post-Construction Storm Water Management Measures Narrative

III.G. Schedule for BMP Implementation

III.H. BMP and Disturbed Soil Area maps

IV.A. BMP Inspection and Maintenance Narrative

IV.B. Rain Event Action Plan Narrative

V. Construction Site Monitoring and Reporting Plan (CSMRP)

V.A. Purpose

V.B. Visual Monitoring

V.C. Water Quality Sampling and Analysis

V.D. Watershed Monitoring Option

V.G. Non-Compliance Reporting

V.G.1. 24-Hour Reporting

V.G.2. Planned Changes

V.G.3. Anticipated Noncompliance

Appendix A – CASQA BMP Standard Specifications

Appendix B - Visual Monitoring/BMP Inspection Form

Appendix C- Rain Event Action Plan Template

FIRE PLAN FOR CONSTRUCTION AND SERVICE CONTRACTS

08/02/2012

1. SCOPE:

The provisions set forth below outline the responsibility for fire prevention and suppression activities and establish a suppression plan for fires within the contract area. The contract area is delineated by map in the contract. The provisions set forth below also specify conditions under which contract activities will be curtailed or shut down.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Contractor

(1) Shall abide by the requirements of this Fire Plan.

(2) Shall take all steps necessary to prevent his/her employees, subcontractors and their employees from setting fires not required in completion of the contract, shall be responsible for preventing the escape of fires set directly or indirectly as a result of contract operations, and shall extinguish all such fires which may escape.

(3) Shall permit and assist in periodic testing and inspection of required fire equipment. Contractor shall certify compliance with specific fire precautionary measures in the fire plan, before beginning operations during Fire Precautionary Period and shall update such certification when operations change.

(4) Shall designate in the Fire Plan and furnish on Contract Area, during operating hours, a qualified fire supervisor authorized to act on behalf of Contractor in fire prevention and suppression matters.

B. Forest Service

The Forest Service may conduct one or more inspections for compliance with the Fire Plan. The number, timing, and scope of such inspections will be at the discretion of agency employees responsible for contract administration. Such inspections do not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for correcting violations of the fire plan or for fire safety in general, as outlined in paragraph 2.A above.

3. DEFINITIONS:

The following definitions shall apply:

Active Landing: A location the contractor may be skidding logs into, or performing other operations such as delimbing, log manufacturing, and chipping logs. Except for EV and E days, loading logs or stockpiling chips only, on a cleared landing, does not constitute an Active Landing.

Hot Saw: A harvesting system that employs a high-speed (>1100 rpm) rotating felling head, i.e., full rotation lateral tilt head.

Mechanical Operations: The process of felling, skidding, chipping, shredding, masticating, piling, log processing and/or yarding which requires the use of motorized power which includes, chainsaws, chippers, motorized carriages, masticators, stroke delimbers, skidders , dozers etc.

4. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

The Contractor shall comply with the following requirements during the fire precautionary period, as defined by unit administering contracts:

The Fire Precautionary Period is set by the State of California which is April 1 through December 1 of any year.

• This contract requires, does not require, a Fire Box and associated Fire Tools according to CPRC Section 4428.

A. Fire Tools and Equipment: Contractor shall meet minimum requirements of Section 4428 of the California Public Resources Code (C.P.R.C.). Fire tools kept at each operating landing shall be sufficient to equip all employees in the felling, yarding, loading, chipping, and material processing operations associated with each landing. Fire equipment shall include two tractor headlights for each tractor dozer used in Contractor's Operations. Tractor headlights shall be attachable to each tractor and served by an adequate power source. All required fire tools shall be maintained in suitable and serviceable condition for fire fighting purposes.

Trucks, tractors, skidders, pickups and other similar mobile equipment shall be equipped with and carry at all times a size 0 or larger shovel with an overall length of not less than 46 inches and a 2-1/2 pound axe or larger with an overall length of not less than 28 inches.

Where cable yarding is used, Contractor shall provide a size 0 or larger shovel with an overall length of not less than 46 inches and a filled backpack can (4 or 5 gallon) with hand pump within 25 feet of each tail and corner block.

B. Fire Extinguishers: Contractor shall equip each internal combustion yarder, fuel truck, and loader with a fire extinguisher for oil and grease fires (4-A:60-B:C).

Skidders and tractors shall be equipped with a minimum 5-BC fire extinguisher.

All Fire Extinguishers shall be mounted, readily accessible, properly maintained and fully charged.

Contractor shall equip each mechanized harvesting machine with hydraulic systems, powered by an internal combustion engine (chipper, feller/buncher, harvester, forwarder, hot saws, stroke delimber, etc), except tractors and skidders, with at least two 4-A:60-B:C fire extinguishers or equivalent.

C. Spark Arresters and Mufflers: Contractor shall equip each operating tractor and any other internal combustion engine with a spark arrester, except for motor vehicles equipped with a maintained muffler as defined in C.P.R.C. Section 4442 or tractors with exhaust-operated turbochargers. Spark Arresters shall be a model tested and approved under Forest Service Standard 5100-1a as shown in the.

National Wildlife Coordinating Group Spark Arrester Guide, Volumes 1 and 2, and shall be maintained in good operating condition. Every motor vehicle subject to registration shall at all times be equipped with an adequate exhaust system meeting the requirements of the California Vehicle Code.

D. Power Saws: Each power saw shall be equipped with a spark arrester approved according to C.P.R.C. Section 4442 or 4443 and shall be maintained in effective working order. An Underwriters Laboratories (UL) approved fire extinguisher containing a minimum 14 ounces of fire retardant shall be kept with each operating power saw. In addition, a size 0 or larger shovel with an overall length of not less than 38 inches shall be kept with each gas can but not more than 300 feet from each power saw when used off cleared landing areas.

• This contract requires, does not require, Section 4E of the Fire Plan.

E. Tank Truck or Trailer: Contractor shall provide a water tank truck or trailer on or in proximity to Contract Area during Contractor's Operations hereunder during Fire Precautionary Period.

When Project Activity Level B or higher is in effect, a tank truck or trailer shall be on or immediately adjacent to each active landing, unless otherwise excepted when Hot Saws or Masticators are being used. See Section 6 for specific contract requirements.

The tank shall contain at least 300 gallons of water available for fire suppression. Ample power and hitch shall be readily available for promptly and safely moving tank over roads serving Contract Area.

Tank truck or trailer shall be equipped with the following:

(1) Pump, which at sea level, can deliver 23 gallons per minute at 175 pounds per square inch measured at the pump outlet. Pumps shall be tested on Contract Area using a 5/16 inch orifice in the Forester One Inch In-Line Gauge test kit. Pump shall meet or exceed the pressure value in the following table for nearest temperature and elevation:

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Sea

Level

Feet

10000

55 179 23 174 23 169 23 165 22 161 22 157 22 153 22 150 21 146 21 142 21 139 21 70 175 23 171 23 166 22 162 22 158 22 154 22 150 21 147 21 143 21 139 21 136 20 85 171 23 168 23 163 22 159 22 155 22 151 21 147 21 144 21 140 21 136 20 133 20

100 168 23 164 23 159 22 155 22 152 22 148 21 144 21 141 21 137 20 133 20 131 20 P

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The pump outlet shall be equipped with 1-1/2 inch National Standard Fire Hose thread. A bypass or pressure relief valve shall be provided for other than centrifugal pumps.

(2) 300 feet of 3/4-inch inside diameter rubber-covered high-pressure hose mounted on live reel attached to pump with no segments longer than approximately 50 feet, when measured to the extreme ends of the couplings. Hose shall have reusable compression wedge type 1-inch brass or lightweight couplings (aluminum or plastic). One end of hose shall be equipped with a coupling female section and the other end with a coupling male section. The hose shall, with the nozzle closed, be capable of withstanding 200 PSI pump pressure without leaking, distortions, slipping of couplings, or other failures.

(3) A shut-off combination nozzle that meets the following minimum performance standards when measured at 100 P.S.I. at the nozzle:

G.P.M. Horizontal Range Straight Stream 10 38 feet Fog Spray 6 - 20 N/A

(4) Sufficient fuel to run the pump at least 2 hours and necessary service accessories to facilitate efficient operation of the pump.

When Contractor is using Hot Saws or Masticators, an additional 250 feet of light weight hose, approved by the Forest Service, shall be immediately available for use and be capable of connecting to the 300 feet of hose and appurturances in (2) and (3) above.

This equipment and accessories shall be deliverable to a fire in the area of operations and is subject to the requirements for each specific activity level identified in Section 6.

F. Compressed Air Foam System: A Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) is a fire suppression system where compressed air is added to water and a foaming agent. By agreement, Contractor may substitute a CAFS or functional equivalent in lieu of the tank truck, trailer or fire extinguishers, provided it meets or exceeds the following specifications and requirements:

1. Variable foam expansion ratio – 10:1 to 20:1.

2. Units shall be kept fully charged with air; water and foam concentrate as recommended by the manufacturer and have the appropriate tools to service the system.

3. The unit shall contain enough energy to empty tank and clear hose prior to exhausting propellent.

4. The unit shall be capable of being completely recharged within 10 minutes.

5. When used on cable yarding landings, the unit shall be outfitted for immediate attachment to carriage and transported without damage to the unit.

Fire extinguishers required for Hot Saws, Masticators and similar equipment identified in Section 4 B.

above may be substituted with a 3 gallon CAFS.

Tank truck, trailer or equivalent may be substituted with a 30 Gallon CAFS with at least 550 feet of one inch hose and an adjustable nozzle with enough water, air and foam concentrate for at least one recharge.

This equipment and accessories shall also be deliverable to a fire in the area of operations and subject to the requirements for each specific activity level identified in Section 6.

5. GENERAL

A. State Law: In addition to the requirements in this Fire Plan, the Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws of the State of California. In particular, see California Public Resource Codes.

B. Permits Required: The Contractor must secure a special written permit from the District Ranger or designated representative before burning, welding or cutting metal or starting any warming fires. If contract requires Blasting and Storing of Explosives and Detonators, an Explosives Permit may be required pursuant to the California Health and Safety Code, Section 12101.

C. Blasting: Contractor shall use electric caps only unless otherwise agreed in writing. When blasting is necessary in slash areas, a Fire Patrolperson equipped with a size 0 or larger shovel with an overall length of not less than 46 inches and a filled backpack can (4 or 5 gallon) with hand pump shall remain in the immediate area for an hour after blasting has been completed.

D. Smoking: Smoking shall not be permitted during fire season, except in a…