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Bradford Island Fish Ladder SAP 2007

APPENDIX C:

RECOMMENDED ANALYTICAL AND QUANTITATION LIMITS

Recommended Analytical Methods and Quantitation Limits for Sediment

Parameter Prep Method Analysis Method Sample Quantitation

Limit (SQL) 1/ Conventionals:

Total Solids (%) EPA 2450-G 0.1 Total Organic Carbon (%) EPA 5310B mod 0.1 Total Sulfides (mg/kg) PSEP 1997 1.0 Ammonia (mg/kg) Plumb 1981 0.1 Grain Size (%) ASTM D-422 mod 1.0 Metals (mg/kg):

Antimony EPA 6010/6020 2/ EPA 6010/6020 0.5 Arsenic EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 5 Cadmium EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 0.5 Chromium EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 0.5 Copper EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 5 Lead EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 0.1 Mercury EPA 7471 EPA 7471 0.05 Nickel EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 5 Silver EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 0.5 Zinc EPA 6010/6020 EPA 6010/6020 5 Polynuclear Aromatic Hydrocarbons (µg/kg):

LPAH

Naphthalene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Acenaphthylene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Acenaphthene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Fluorene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Phenanthrene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Anthracene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 2-Methylnaphthalene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7

HPAH

Fluoranthene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Pyrene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Benzo(a)anthracene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Chrysene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Benzofluoranthenes EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7

Recommended Analytical Methods and Quantitation Limits for Sediment

Parameter Prep Method Analysis Method Sample Quantitation

Limit (SQL) 1/ Benzo(a)pyrene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Indeno(1,2,3-c,d)pyrene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7 Benzo(g,h,i)perylene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 6.7

Chlorinated Hydrocarbons (µg/kg):

1,4-Dichlorobenzene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 1,2-Dichlorobenzene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 Hexachlorobenzene (HCB) EPA 3550/3540 EPA 8270/8081 10 Phthalates (µg/kg):

Dimethyl phthalate EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 1.0 Diethyl phthalate EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 1.0 Di-n-butyl phthalate EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 1.0 Butyl benzyl phthalate EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 1.0 Bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 1.0 Di-n-octyl phthalate EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 1.0 Phenols (µg/kg):

Phenol EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 2 Methylphenol EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 4 Methylphenol EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 2,4-Dimethylphenol EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 Pentachlorophenol EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 100 Miscellaneous Extractables (µg/kg):

Benzyl alcohol EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 50 Benzoic acid EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 100 Dibenzofuran EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 Hexachloroethane EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 Hexachlorobutadiene EPA 3550/3540 EPA 8270/8081 10 N-Nitrosodiphenylamine EPA 3550-mod EPA 8270 20 Pesticides/PCBs (µg/kg):

DDE (p,p’-, o,p’-) EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2 DDD (p,p’-, o,p’-) EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2 DDT (p,p’-, o,p’-) EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2 Aldrin EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2 Chlordane EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2 Dieldrin EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2 Heptachlor EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2

Recommended Analytical Methods and Quantitation Limits for Sediment

Parameter Prep Method Analysis Method Sample Quantitation

Limit (SQL) 1/ Lindane EPA 3540 EPA 8081 2 Total PCBs EPA 3540 EPA 8082 0.5 Notes:

1/ SQLs are based on dry sample weight assuming no interferences; site-specific method modifications may be required to achieve these SQLs in some cases.

2/ Includes hydrochloric acid digestion per EPA 3050-B.

Fish Ladder Sed Eval Final Report 07.pdf
Abstract
Introduction
Sampling and Analysis Objectives
Previous Studies
Current Sampling Event/Discussion
Results
Physical and Volatile Solids (ASTM methods)
Metals (EPA method 6020/7471), Total Organic Carbon (EPA method 9060)
Pesticides/PCBs (EPA method 8081A/8082), Phenols, Phthalates, Miscellaneous Extractables (EPA method 8270)
Polynuclear Aromatic Hydrocarbons (EPA method 8270C)
Conclusion
References
Silt/Clay
Acenaphthene
Naphthalene
SEF-Sec. 10.3.pdf
Final Cover May 2009
FINAL SEF May 2009
CHAPTER 1. GOALS, DESCRIPTIONS, AND ORGANIZATION
1.1. Introduction
1.2. Scope, Applicability, and Limitations
1.3. How to Use This Manual
1.4. Framework Objectives
1.5. Evaluation Procedures Philosophy
1.5.1. Characteristics of the Sediment Evaluation Framework
1.5.2. Need for Flexibility in Application of Evaluation Procedures
1.6. RSET Structure and Process
1.6.1. Roles, Relationships, and Representation
1.6.2. Current RSET Subcommittees
1.6.3. RSET Continuous Improvement/Adaptive Management
1.6.4. Regulatory/Technical Sediment Interface
1.6.5. Region-wide Interpretation of Test Results
1.6.6. Database Management
1.6.7. Public Involvement/National Environmental Policy Act
CHAPTER 2. SEDIMENT MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Overview of the Clean Water Act (CWA)
2.2.1. Section 401 of the CWA
2.2.2. Section 404 of the CWA
2.3. Overview of Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA)
2.4. Overlapping Geographic Jurisdiction of CWA and MPRSA
2.5. Overview of Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act
2.6. Listing of Relevant Federal and State Regulations
2.6.1. Federal
2.6.2. State of Washington
2.6.3. State of Oregon
2.6.4. State of Idaho
CHAPTER 3. REGULATORY PROCESS AND SEDIMENT EVALUATION
3.1. Introduction
3.2. Consistent Application of the SEF
3.3. Regulatory Permits and Processes
3.3.1. Corps of Engineers Permitting Processes
3.3.2. ESA Consultation Process
3.3.2.1. No Effect Determination
3.3.2.2. Informal Consultation
3.3.2.3. Formal Consultation

3.3.3. State Permitting Processes

3.4. PRGs/DMMP Process
3.4.1. Historical Information Review
3.4.2. Draft Sampling and Analysis Plan (SAP) Review
3.4.3. Sediment Characterization Report
3.5. Conflict Resolution Process
3.6. Verification of Multi-Year Maintenance Dredging Permits
3.7. Process for Corps of Engineers Civil Works Dredging
3.8. Contaminated Sediment Evaluation
CHAPTER 4. EVALUATION FRAMEWORK/SAMPLING AND ANALYSIS PLAN
4.1. Introduction
4.2. Level 1
4.2.1. Defining the Project
4.2.2. Collect Existing Information
4.2.3. Developing a Conceptual Site Model
4.2.4. Frequency and Recency Guidelines
4.2.4.1. Qualifying for the Frequency Guideline
4.2.4.2. Qualifying for Recency of Data Guideline
4.2.4.3. Analysis of New Surface Material Exposed by Dredging
4.2.4.4. Confirmation Testing
4.2.5. Project Ranking
4.2.6. Use of Guidelines and Level 1 Conclusions
4.3. Level 2
4.3.1. Sampling and Analysis Plan Preparation
4.3.2. Testing Requirements for Special Cases
4.3.3. Other Special Evaluations

4.4. Special Considerations for Sediments Under Cleanup Actions

CHAPTER 5. SAMPLING PROTOCOL
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Sampling Approach
5.3. Positioning Methods
5.4. Sampling Methods
5.5. Sample Collection and Handling Procedures
5.6. Archiving Additional Sediment
5.7. Data Submittal
CHAPTER 6. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL TESTING
6.1. Introduction
6.2. General Testing Protocols
6.3. Conventional Testing Protocols
6.4. Physical Screening Using Grain Size and Organic Carbon
6.5. Chemical Testing Protocols and Guidelines
6.5.1. Standard List of Chemicals of Concern
6.5.2. Chemicals of Special Occurrence
6.5.3. Evaluation and Nomination of Emerging Chemicals
6.6. Tissue Testing
6.7. Data Quality and Reporting
6.7.1. Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)
6.7.2. Analytical Sensitivity
6.7.3. Reporting of Estimated Concentrations below the SQL
6.7.4. Chemical Summations
6.8. Benthic Interpretive Guidelines
6.8.1. Data Sources
6.8.2. Freshwater vs. Marine Environments
6.8.3. Sediment Quality Assessment for Dredging Projects
CHAPTER 7. BIOLOGICAL (TOXICITY) TESTING
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Sediment Solid Phase Biological Tests
7.2.1. Marine Bioassays
7.2.2. Freshwater Bioassays
7.2.3. Bioassay Testing Performance Standards
7.2.4. Bioassay Interpretive Criteria
7.2.5. Marine Bioassays “One-Hit” Failure
7.2.6. Marine Bioassays “Two-Hit” Failure
7.2.7. Freshwater Bioassays “One-Hit” Failure
7.2.8. Freshwater Bioassays “Two-Hit” Failure

7.3. Reference Sediment Collection Sites

CHAPTER 8. BIOACCUMULATION EVALUATION
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Reason to Believe
8.3. Bioaccumulative Chemicals of Concern
8.4. Bioaccumulation Interpretive Guidelines
8.4.1. Target Tissue Levels
8.4.1.1. Target Tissue Levels to Protect Aquatic Life
8.4.1.2. Target Tissue Levels to Protect Aquatic-dependent Wildlife
8.4.1.3. Target Tissue Levels to Protect Human Health
8.4.2. Bioaccumulation Triggers for Sediments
8.4.3. Comparison to Background Concentrations
8.5. Bioaccumulation Test Methods
8.5.1. Laboratory Bioaccumulation Tests
8.5.2. In situ Bioaccumulation Testing
8.5.2.1. Marine/Estuarine In situ Tests
8.5.2.2. Freshwater In situ Tests

8.5.3. Collection of Field Organisms

CHAPTER 9. DISPOSAL ALTERNATIVES EVALUATION
9.1. Introduction
9.2. Overview of Dredged Material Disposal Options
9.3. Disposal Options for Uncontaminated Sediments
9.3.1. Unconfined Open-water Disposal
9.3.2. Ocean Disposal
9.4. Disposal Options for Contaminated Sediments
9.4.1. Confined In-water Disposal (Capping)
9.4.1.1. Capping Benefits
9.4.1.2. Thin Cap
9.4.1.3. Thick Cap
9.4.2. Confined Aquatic Disposal
9.4.3. Nearshore Confined Disposal Facility
9.4.4. Upland Disposal
9.4.4.1. Solid Waste Landfills
9.4.4.2. Upland Confined Disposal Facilities

9.5. Other Management Options

CHAPTER 10. SPECIAL EVALUATIONS
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Human Health/Ecological Risk Assessment
10.2.1. Oregon State Risk Assessment Guidance
10.2.2. Washington State Risk Assessment Guidance
10.2.3. Idaho State Risk Assessment Guidance
10.2.4. Federal State Risk Assessment Guidance
10.3. Elutriate Testing
10.3.1. Water Quality at the Dredging Site
10.3.2. Water Quality at the Disposal Site
10.3.3. Mixing Zones
10.3.4. Receiving Water Impacts
10.3.5. Elutriate Bioassay Tests
10.3.6. Contingency Water Quality Controls
10.4. Evaluation of Dredging Residuals
10.4.1. Predicting Dredging Residuals
10.4.2. Post-Dredge Confirmation Sampling and Response Actions
CHAPTER 11. DATA SUBMITTALS
11.1. Introduction
11.2. Sediment Characterization Report
11.3. Quality Assurance (QA) Data Report
11.4. Environmental Information Management (EIM)
11.5. Field Data Collection Quality Assurance/Quality Control
11.6. Quality Assurance/Quality Control for Biological Data
CHAPTER 12. BENEFICIAL USES FOR SEDIMENT
CHAPTER 13. REFERENCES
D.1. TTL FOR AQUATIC LIFE
D.1.1. Chemicals for Which Aquatic Tissue Quality Guidelines Can Be Derived
D.1.2. Protocols for the Development of TTLs
D.1.3. Using Existing Critical Body Residue (CBR) Values and Species Sensitivity Distribution (SSD) Approach
D.1.4. SSD Approach
D.1.5. Toxicity-Bioaccumulation Modeling Approach
D.1.6. Factors to Consider
D.1.7. Summary of Aquatic Life TTLs
D.2. TTL FOR PROTECTION OF AQUATIC-DEPENDENT WILDLIFE
D.2.1. Selection of Aquatic-dependent Wildlife Receptors
D.2.2. Calculation of TTLs
D.2.3. Toxicity Reference Values (TRVs)
D.2.4. Aquatic-dependent Wildlife Receptors Parameters
D.2.5. TRVs for Avian Receptor Species
D.2.6. TRVs for Mammalian Receptor Species
D.2.7. TTLs for Aquatic-dependent Wildlife
D.2.8. TTLs Using Egg-Based Toxicity Reference Value Studies
D.3. TTL FOR HUMAN HEALTH
D.3.1. Selection of a Target Risk and Hazard Index
D.3.2. Exposure Assumptions
D.3.3. Compounds with a Common Toxic Mechanism

D.4. SEDIMENT BIOACCUMULATION TRIGGERS

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