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{{#Wiki_filter:ENCLOSURE 2 ATTACHMENT 22 SHINE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
{{#Wiki_filter:72 pages follow ENCLOSURE 2 ATTACHMENT 22 SHINE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
SHINE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. APPLICATION FOR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT RESPONSE TO ENVIRONMENTAL REQUESTS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.
SHINE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. APPLICATION FOR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT RESPONSE TO ENVIRONMENTAL REQUESTS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.
SHINE MEDICAL NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION LICENSING APPLICATION ER WORK PLAN IN SUPPORT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT DRAFT REVISION A, OCTOBER 13, 2011 72 pages follow
SHINE MEDICAL NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION LICENSING APPLICATION ER WORK PLAN IN SUPPORT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT DRAFT REVISION A, OCTOBER 13, 2011  


SHINE Medical Nuclear Regulatory Commission Licensing Application atio ER Work Plan in Support upport of the th Dra mental tal Report Environmental Prepared by:
SHINE Medical Nuclear Regulatory Commission Licensing Application ER Work Plan in Support of the Environmental Report Prepared by:
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AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.
INFRAST 3199 Riverport Tech Center Ce St. Louis, Missouri Missou 63043 Revision A October 13, 2011 Drive William J. Elzinga                             Stephen R. Carter Project Manager                                Chief Scientist
3199 Riverport Tech Center Drive St. Louis, Missouri 63043 Revision A October 13, 2011 William J. Elzinga Project Manager Stephen R. Carter Chief Scientist Draft atio Support of the upport of th mental Report tal Report Prepared by:
Prepared by:
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                 Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents Section                                                                                                                                 Page 1.0   Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 1
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan i
1.1   Purpose .................................................................................................................
Revision A October 13, 2011 Table of Contents Section Page 1.0
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Introduction....................................................................................................................... 1
1.2   Scope ....................................................................................................................
1.1
                                                                                                ...                                        1
Purpose................................................................................................................. 1
1.3   Key Contacts .........................................................................................................
1.2
                                                                                        ........................                           1
Scope.................................................................................................................... 1
1.4  Regulatory Basis ...................................................................................................
1.3
                                                                                  ..................................                       2
Key Contacts......................................................................................................... 1
1.5  Site and Vicinity Boundaries ..................................................................................
1.4
                                                                                ...............................                            3
Regulatory Basis................................................................................................... 2
1.6  Schedule ...............................................................................................................
1.5
                                                                                ...................................                         3
Site and Vicinity Boundaries.................................................................................. 3
1.7  Daily Check-In/Coordination ..................................................................................
1.6
                                                                                ........................................                   3
Schedule............................................................................................................... 3
2.0  Land ..................................................................................................................................
1.7
                                                                  ........................................................................ 5
Daily Check-In/Coordination.................................................................................. 3
D 2.1   Objectives ..............................................................................................................
2.0
                                                                                      ....................................................... 5
Land.................................................................................................................................. 5
2.2    Scope ....................................................................................................................
2.1
                                                                                          ...............................................     5
Objectives.............................................................................................................. 5
2.3    Regulatory Basis ...................................................................................................
2.2
                                                                          ........................................                             6
Scope.................................................................................................................... 5
2.4    Land Use Study Methods                  ......................................................................................
2.3
ods .........................................................................
Regulatory Basis................................................................................................... 6
                                                                      ................................................                         6
2.4
3.0  Surface Water and Groundwater ndwater Resources              .................................................................... 7
Land Use Study Methods...................................................................................... 6
urces ...............................................
3.0
ra 3.1  Purpose .................................................................................................................
Surface Water and Groundwater Resources.................................................................... 7
                                                            ........................................                                     7
3.1
3.2  Scope ....................................................................................................................
Purpose................................................................................................................. 7
                                                  ........................................................                               7
3.2
3.3  Previous Studies ..................................................................
Scope.................................................................................................................... 7
                                              .........................................................                                   8
3.3
3.4  Regulatory              ...................................................................................................
Previous Studies................................................................................................... 8
atory Basis ..............................................................
3.4
                                          ......................................................                                         8
Regulatory Basis................................................................................................... 8
3.5  Surface ace Water Characterization                ............................................................................ 9
3.5
aracterization ..................................
Surface Water Characterization............................................................................ 9
3.6  Groundwater roundwater Characterization                .............................................................................. 9
3.6
racterization .................................
Groundwater Characterization.............................................................................. 9
3.7          .................................................................................................................. 10
3.7
Report ..................................................................
Report.................................................................................................................. 10
ft 4.0
4.0
Ecology........................................................................................................................... 16
4.1
Purpose............................................................................................................... 16
4.2
Scope.................................................................................................................. 16
4.3
Previous Studies................................................................................................. 17
4.4
Regulatory Basis................................................................................................. 17
4.5
Ecology Methods................................................................................................. 17
4.5.1
Terrestrial Ecology................................................................................. 17
4.5.1.1
Vegetation Assessment..................................................................... 17
4.5.1.2 Avifauna Assessment........................................................................ 19
4.5.1.3 Faunal Assessment........................................................................... 20
4.5.1.4  Waters of the United States Delineation and Mapping...................... 21
4.5.1.5  Important Species/Natural Areas Assessment.................................. 23
4.5.2
Aquatic Ecology..................................................................................... 23
4.5.2.1
Adult/Juvenile Fish Community Characterization.............................. 23
4.5.2.2  Benthic Invertebrate Characterization............................................... 24
4.5.3
References............................................................................................. 26
5.0
5.0
Ecology cology ....................................................
Historic and Cultural Resources...................................................................................... 27
4.1
5.1
4.1 4.2
Objectives............................................................................................................ 27
4.2 4.3
5.2
4.3 4.4
Scope.................................................................................................................. 27
4.4 4.5
5.3
4.5
Previous Studies................................................................................................. 28
              ........................................................................................................................... 16
Draft ods.........................................................................
Purpose ....................................................
ndwater Resources................................................
Scope ...................................................
urces...............................................
4.5.1 Terrestrial Ecology 4.5 4.5.1 4.5.1.1 Vegetation 4.5.1 4.5.1.1 4.5.1.2 Avifauna As 4.5.1.3
Studies..................................................................
                  .5.1.3 Faunal A 4.5.1.4 4.5.2 Aquatic    u ua Previous Studies .................................................................................................
atory Basis..............................................................
Ecology Methods ............
ace Water Characterization...................................
Regulatory Basis ..........................
aracterization..................................
16
roundwater Characterization.................................
16
racterization.................................
17
Report...................................................................
17
Report..................................................................
                                        ................................................................................................. 17
cology....................................................................
Ecolog ..
cology....................................................
ation Ass
4.1 4.1 Purpose....................................................
                                                        ................................................................................. 17
4.2 4.2 Scope...................................................
Assessment ..................................................................... 17
4.3 4.3 Previous Studies............................
A Assessment ........................................................................ 19
4.4 4.4 Regulatory Basis..........................
Ass Assessment ........................................................................... 20
4.5 4.5 Ecology Methods......................
As 1.4  Waters of the United States Delineation and Mapping ...................... 21
Ecology Methods............
4.5.1.5        Important Species/Natural Areas Assessment .................................. 23
4.5.1 4.5 Terrestrial Ecology..
5  Impo Ecology ..................................................................................... 23
Ecolog 4.5.1.1 4.5.1 Vegetation Ass ation A 4.5.1.2 Avifauna Ass 4.5.1.2 Avifauna As
4.5.2.1 Adult/Juvenile Fish Community Characterization .............................. 23
.5.1.3 Faunal As
4.5.2.2  Benthic Invertebrate Characterization ............................................... 24
.5.1.3 Faunal A 1.4 1.4 Waters Waters 5
4.5.3 References ............................................................................................. 26
Impo Impo ua u
Historic and Cultural Resources ...................................................................................... 27
5.1    Objectives ............................................................................................................ 27
5.2    Scope .................................................................................................................. 27
5.3    Previous Studies ................................................................................................. 28
i                                                    Revision A October 13, 2011


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                         Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued 5.4   Regulatory Basis ................................................................................................. 28
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued ii Revision A October 13, 2011 5.4
5.5   Site and Vicinity Boundary .................................................................................. 28
Regulatory Basis................................................................................................. 28
5.6                                                                                 ...
5.5
Historic Properties Assessment...........................................................................             28
Site and Vicinity Boundary.................................................................................. 28
5.6.1 Background Research and the Site Location Model ...                          .................................. 28
5.6
5.6.2  Phase I Survey Methods ........................................................................               28
Historic Properties Assessment........................................................................... 28
5.7                                                                     ...........................
5.6.1 Background Research and the Site Location Model.................................. 28
References .......................................................................................................... 29
5.6.2 
List of Appendices Appendix A   Chain-of-Custody Procedures Appendix B                                 ets Field and Laboratory Data Sheets D
Phase I Survey Methods........................................................................ 28
Appendix C Appendix D ra Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure Ecology Laboratory Samplele Sorting Procedure ft ii                                                  Revision A October 13, 2011
5.7
References.......................................................................................................... 29
List of Appendices Appendix A Chain-of-Custody Procedures Appendix B Field and Laboratory Data Sheets Appendix C Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure Appendix D Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure Draft Model...
ets Log-In Procedure le Sorting Procedure  


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                         Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued List of Tables Table 3-1   Technical Rationale for Surface Water Sampling Program .............................. 11 Table 3-2   Analytical Program Summary - Surface Water Sampling                             ng Program ................. 12 Table 3-3   Summary of Proposed Observation Well Installation Details and Monitoring Program ............................................................................................................ 13 Table 3-4   Technical Rationale for Groundwater Sampling Program ...........                    ............
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued iii Revision A October 13, 2011 List of Tables Table 3-1 Technical Rationale for Surface Water Sampling Program.............................. 11 Table 3-2 Analytical Program Summary - Surface Water Sampling Program................. 12 Table 3-3 Summary of Proposed Observation Well Installation Details and Monitoring Program............................................................................................................ 13 Table 3-4 Technical Rationale for Groundwater Sampling Program................................ 14 Table 3-5 Analytical Program Summary - Groundwater Sampling Program................... 15 Table 5-1 Sample Population Distribution Table.............................................................. 32 List of Figures Figure 1-1 Site Location Figure 1-2 Site and Vicinity USGS Topographic Map Figure 3-1 Proposed Water and Aquatic Ecology Sampling Locations Figure 4-1 Proposed Terrestrial Sampling Locations Draft ng Details Program............
                                                                                                ................................ 14 Table 3-5   Analytical Program Summary - Groundwaterr Sampling Program ...                                  ................... 15 Table 5-1                                                               ............................................
Program...........
Sample Population Distribution Table ..............................................................                 32 List of Figures D
r Sampling Program...
Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2 Figure 3-1 Figure 4-1 ra Site Location Site and Vicinity USGS Topographic opographic Map Proposed Water and Aquatic quatic Ecology p
r Sampling Program opographic Map p
gy Sampling Locations Proposed Terrestrial Sampling Locations cations ft iii                                                  Revision A October 13, 2011
quatic Ecology Sampling Locations gy Sampling Locations Sampling Locations cations  


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                   Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued Abbreviations and Acronyms AMEC       AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Incorporated APE         Area of Potential Effect BBS         Breeding Bird Survey bgs         below ground surface BLM         Bureau of Land Management CDF         Confined Disposal Facility CFR         Code of Federal Regulations COC         chain of custody CSM         Conceptual Site Model CWA         Clean Water Act EPA         Environmental Protection Agency   cy EPT         Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, and Trichoptera ER         Environmental Report ESP         Early Site Permit GIS                               ation System Geographical Information GPS         Global Positioning System HASP       Health and Safetyety Plan HPO                       ervation Office Historic Preservation km         kilometer mi         mile NEI               nal Electric Institute National             stitute NEPA          ational Environmental National          mental Policy Po    Act NPDES         ational Pollutant Discharge Elimination System National NRC                                     Comm U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission NRCS       Natural Resources Conservation Service OHWM M      Ordinary High Water M  Mark CE PACEE      Pace Analytical Services, Incorporated OD PODD        Plan of the Day PD QAPD                             Projec Document Quality Assurance Project   Docume QA/QC                                     Control Quality Assurance/Quality Contr RCRA       Resource Conservation and a Recovery R        Act SHINE       Shine Medical Technologie Technologies, Technolog      Inc.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued iv Revision A October 13, 2011 Abbreviations and Acronyms AMEC AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Incorporated APE Area of Potential Effect BBS Breeding Bird Survey bgs below ground surface BLM Bureau of Land Management CDF Confined Disposal Facility CFR Code of Federal Regulations COC chain of custody CSM Conceptual Site Model CWA Clean Water Act EPA Environmental Protection Agency EPT Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, and Trichoptera ER Environmental Report ESP Early Site Permit GIS Geographical Information System GPS Global Positioning System HASP Health and Safety Plan HPO Historic Preservation Office km kilometer mi mile NEI National Electric Institute NEPA National Environmental Policy Act NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System NRC U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission NRCS Natural Resources Conservation Service OHWM Ordinary High Water Mark PACE Pace Analytical Services, Incorporated POD Plan of the Day QAPD Quality Assurance Project Document QA/QC Quality Assurance/Quality Control RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act SHINE Shine Medical Technologies, Inc.
SHPO                       Preservation Office State Historic Preserva Preservati SLM         Site e Location Model SOP         Standard dard Operating Operatin Procedure SSAR       Site Safety Analysis Report ety Anal Ana STP         Shovel testt p pits pi SWANCC     Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County THPO       Tribal Historic Preservation Office TNW         Traditionally Navigable Waters USACE       U.S. Army Corps of Engineers USEPA       U.S. Environmental Protection Agency USFWS       U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service USGS       U.S. Geological Survey WDNR       Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources iv                              Revision A October 13, 2011
SHPO State Historic Preservation Office SLM Site Location Model SOP Standard Operating Procedure SSAR Site Safety Analysis Report STP Shovel test pits SWANCC Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County THPO Tribal Historic Preservation Office TNW Traditionally Navigable Waters USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers USEPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency USFWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service USGS U.S. Geological Survey WDNR Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources cy and Trichoptera ation System System ety Plan ervation Office nal Electric Institute stitute ational Environmental Policy Act mental Po National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System ational Pollutant Discharge Elimination System U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission U.S Nuclear Regulatory Comm Natural Resources Conservation Service Natural Resources Conservation M
Ordinary High Water Mark Ordinary High Water M CE Pace Analytical Services, Incorporated E
Pace Analytical Services, Incorporated OD Plan of the Day D
PD Quality Assurance Project Docume PD Quality Assurance Projec Quality Assurance/Quality Contr Quality Assurance/Quality Resource Conservation and R Resource Conservation a Shine Medical Technologie Shine Medical Technolog State Historic Preservati State Historic Preserva e Location Model e Location Model dard Operating dard Operatin ety Anal ety Ana t pi t p


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                             Environmental Report Work Plan 1.0 Introduction 1.1     Purpose The purpose of this document is to establish a consistent methodology     ogy for AMEC odology      AM    Environment
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 1
& Infrastructure, Inc. and its subcontractors (hereafter referred   d to as AMEC) to perform studies in support for the Environmental Report (ER) for the SHINE       E Medical Technologies, Technolog        Inc ommission (hereafter referred to as SHINE) Nuclear Regulatory Commissionmmission (NRC) Licensing Lice      A Application Project located in Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin     n (Figure gure 1-1). This document docume is one on of two project control documents intended to guide field data   ata collection ection activities required to support supp the characterization of the environmental baseline   ne for the ER.
Revision A October 13, 2011 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this document is to establish a consistent methodology for AMEC Environment  
R. This Work Plan provides techn technical procedures and methodologies needed to direct     ect field crews in data collection activities. Its D
& Infrastructure, Inc. and its subcontractors (hereafter referred to as AMEC) to perform studies in support for the Environmental Report (ER) for the SHINE Medical Technologies, Inc (hereafter referred to as SHINE) Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Licensing Application Project located in Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin (Figure 1-1). This document is one of two project control documents intended to guide field data collection activities required to support the characterization of the environmental baseline for the ER. This Work Plan provides technical procedures and methodologies needed to direct field crews in data collection activities. Its companion document, SHINE NRC Licensing Application ER Quality Assurance Project Document (QAPD) in Support of the Environmental Report provides management control of the field data collection activities specified in this Work Plan. The purpose of this second document is to establish expectations and procedures sufficient to ensure data collection accuracy, representativeness, and quality. Any necessary revisions to the procedures detailed in either of these documents must be made with proper review and approval by appropriate members of the Management Team (see Section 1.3 for key contacts).
companion document, SHINE NRC Licensing Document (QAPD) in Support of the Environmental field data collection activities specified is to establish expectations and procedures the Management Team (see 1.2    Scope The methods presented performed by AMEC MEC Licensing Application ented in this ER C personnel. It provides sing Application ER vironmental Report ocedures sufficient R Quality Assurance Project eport provides management control d in this Workk Plan. The purpose of this second se contro of the cient to ensure data collection accuracy, representativeness, and quality. Any necessaryy revisions to the procedures detailed ra these documents must be made accura acc eview and approval by appropriate members of de with proper review e Section 1.3 for key contacts).
1.2 Scope The methods presented in this ER Work Plan are applicable to all field sampling activities performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project documentation requirements. Work to be performed is required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects. Specific work elements addressed in this ER Work Plan include those for the following ER subject areas:
R Work Plan are applicable to all field provide procedures fie sampling activities es that are specific procedures lication Project documentation requirements. Work plication sp      to the SHINE NRC document doc detaile in either of Wo to be performed is required to 1.3 ft satisfy regulatory the project phase ulatory x Land Use x Water Resources x Ecology cology x Cultural ural Res Name Resources Key Contacts acts Various personnel are characterizing environmental conditions of latory requirements for documenting and characte ct vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential ect                                      pote      construction con          phase and operational e effects. Specific work elements addressed in this ER Work Plan include those for the following owing ER subject areas:
x Land Use x
re involved in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project and will be available to discuss relevant evant issues, The following table provides SHINE Management Personnel Dr. Gregory Piefer, Ph.D.
Water Resources x
is        clarify applicability of methodology, and resolve problems.
Ecology x
es a list of key program personnel and their contact information.
Cultural Resources 1.3 Key Contacts Various personnel are involved in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project and will be available to discuss relevant issues, clarify applicability of methodology, and resolve problems.
Title CEO Shine Medical Office/Cell Phone Number 608- 831-0814 /
The following table provides a list of key program personnel and their contact information.
Email Address greg.p@shinemed.com 608-345-3779 Operations Support   608-831-0814       katrina.p@shinemed.com Katrina Pitas Director              877-512-6554 1                                       Revision A October 13, 2011
Name Title Office/Cell Phone Number Email Address SHINE Management Personnel Dr. Gregory Piefer, Ph.D.
CEO Shine Medical 608-831-0814 /
608-345-3779 greg.p@shinemed.com Katrina Pitas Operations Support Director 608-831-0814 877-512-6554 katrina.p@shinemed.com Draft odology for AM ogy d to as AMEC) to d to as AMEC) to E Medical Technologies, E Medical Technolog ommission (NRC) Licensing A mmission (NRC) Lice n (Figure 1-1). This document is on gure 1-1). This docume ata collection activities required to supp ection activities required to ne for the ER. This Work Plan provides techn R. This Work Plan provides techn ect field crews in data collection activities. Its in data collection activities. Its sing Application ER Quality Assurance Project R Quality Assurance Project vironmental Report provides management control eport provides management contro d in this Work Plan. The purpose of this second doc k Plan. The purpose of this se ocedures sufficient to ensure data collection accura cient to ensure data collection acc Any necessary revisions to the procedures detaile y revisions to the procedures detaile de with proper review and approval by appropriate eview and approval by appropriate e Section 1.3 for key contacts).
for key contacts).
ented in this ER Work Plan are applicable to all fie R Work Plan are applicable to all fie MEC personnel. It provides proc C personnel. It provide edures that are sp es that are sp plication Project documentation requirements. Wo lication Project documentation requirements. Wo ulatory requirements for documenting latory requirements for documenting and characte ect vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential con ct vicinity and site, and in evaluating pote e effects. Specific work elements addressed in this effects. Specific work elements addressed in owing ER subject areas:
owing ER x
Land Use Land Water Resources Water cology cology ural Resources ural Res acts acts re involved in re involved in evant is evant is es es


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                               Environmental Report Work Plan Office/Cell Name                      Title                                        Email Address Phone Number Jim Freels                     Licensing Lead     865-719-5061       Jimfreels525@yahoo.com Sargent & Lundy Project Team Project Manager     312-269-3111     maury.a.pressburger@sargentlundy.com y.a.pres Maury Pressburger 224-565-1983 Environmental       312-269-6616     timothy.p.krause@sargentlundy.com imothy.p.krause@
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 2
hy.p.k Tim Krause Supervisor AMEC Personnel 314-209-5957/
Revision A October 13, 2011 Name Title Office/Cell Phone Number Email Address Jim Freels Licensing Lead 865-719-5061 Jimfreels525@yahoo.com Sargent & Lundy Project Team Maury Pressburger Project Manager 312-269-3111 224-565-1983 maury.a.pressburger@sargentlundy.com Tim Krause Environmental Supervisor 312-269-6616 timothy.p.krause@sargentlundy.com AMEC Personnel Bill Elzinga ER Manager 314-209-5957/
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314-520-1506 wjelzinga@amec.com Steve Carter Chief Scientist 314-209-5911/
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314-541-4222 Steve.Stumne@amec.com Kari Krause Historic Properties Task Lead 612-252-3790 /
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612-787-8380 Kari.Krause@amec.com 1.4 Regulatory Basis The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal agencies to integrate environmental values into their decision making processes by considering the environmental impacts of their proposed actions and reasonable alternatives to those actions. The U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Staff is required by portions of 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 51 (Environmental Protection Regulations for Domestic Licensing and Related Regulatory Functions) Subpart A (NEPA - Regulations Implementing Section) to assess project environmental impacts. In addition the NRC has created many Regulatory Guides. It is anticipated that the studies performed in this ER Work Plan and the final written report (Environmental Report) will satisfy the requirements of NEPA, and the NRC Regulatory Guides.
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The NRC is currently in the process of developing guidance to support the licensing of non-power reactors such as that proposed by SHINE Medical. The Draft Interim STAFF Guidance for NUREG 1537, Part 1, Section 12.12 will be used as guidance in preparation of the ER.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                           Environmental Report Work Plan baseline data will be used at a later date to assess the requirements of NUREG-1537 to evaluate the environmental impacts of construction and operations, respectively. Results of this work will also be considered in the formulation of future monitoring programs in accordance with the requirements of NUREG-1537.
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1.5     Site and Vicinity Boundaries NUREG-1555 provides guidance to NRC Staff when performing           ming environmental reviews re        for nuclear power plants and will be used to supplement the Draft guidance in NU          NUREG 1537. The format of NUREG-1555 includes six sections: area of review,        ew, acceptance criteria, criteri revie review procedures, evaluation findings, implementation, and       d references.
Revision A October 13, 2011 baseline data will be used at a later date to assess the requirements of NUREG-1537 to evaluate the environmental impacts of construction and operations, respectively. Results of this work will also be considered in the formulation of future monitoring programs in accordance with the requirements of NUREG-1537.
rences. The area of revie review iden identifies wetlands), Ecology (terrestrial and aquatic) data and information needs for Water (hydrology-wetlands),                                       aquatic a
1.5 Site and Vicinity Boundaries NUREG-1555 provides guidance to NRC Staff when performing environmental reviews for nuclear power plants and will be used to supplement the Draft guidance in NUREG 1537. The format of NUREG-1555 includes six sections: area of review, acceptance criteria, review procedures, evaluation findings, implementation, and references. The area of review identifies data and information needs for Water (hydrology-wetlands), Ecology (terrestrial and aquatic) and Socioeconomics (historic properties) in addition to other environmental areas. The data and information requirements frequently mention the need to submit data on a site or vicinity basis.
and Socioeconomics (historic properties) in addition dition to other environmental areas. The data and   an D
The site and vicinity boundaries defined in NUREG-1555 are larger boundaries than just the footprint of new construction. NUREG-1555 under Section 2.2.1 (The Site and Vicinity) defines site and vicinity as follows:
information requirements frequently mention     n the need to submitbmit data on a site or vicinity basis.
x Site - The site is defined as that area of land owned or controlled by the applicant for the principal purpose of constructing and operating a nuclear power station. As a general rule, the applicants site boundary should be accepted as defining the site.
basis The site and vicinity boundaries defined in   n NUREG-1555 are larger boundaries than just the footprint of new construction. NUREG-1555  1555 under Se  Section ction 2.2.1 (The Site and Vicinity) dedefines site and vicinity as follows:
x Vicinity - For small sites (on the order of two square kilometers), the vicinity is the area encompassed within a radius of ten kilometers (six miles). For larger irregularly shaped sites, the vicinity is a band or belt ten kilometers (six miles) wide surrounding the plant site. The intent is to investigate land use in an area in which the site makes up no more than 10 percent of the area. If a lake or pond is to be created for use by the station, the entire water-body area should be included in the vicinity. The vicinity considered may follow natural or political boundaries.
x Site - The site is defined   d as that area of land owned or controlled by the a      ap applicant for the principal purpose off constructing and nd operating op operating g a nuclear power station.
In this report, the proposed SHINE property boundary will primarily direct our field terrestrial and aquatic reconnaissance investigations. However, some reconnaissance and data collections will be required off-site in the project vicinity. The project Site is shown in Figure 1-2. A six-mile radius will be used to gather environmental data in the Vicinity. Data will be gathered by obtaining available mapping, literature reviews, talking to local experts and consulting with appropriate agencies. The project vicinity is shown in Figure 1-2.
statio As a general ra x Vicinity - For small ft site boundary should rule, the applicants site ntent is to investigate site. The intent e water-body area should be included entire                                inclu s report, the proposed SHINE property boundary In this low ow natural or political boundaries.
1.6 Schedule Field data collection and analysis activities performed in conjunction with the ER for the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project will be conducted in accordance with the project schedule.
follow will be required off-site in the project vicinity.
radius will be used to gather environmen vici obtaining available mapping, literature re 1.6    Schedule review ould be accepted as defining the site.
mall sites (on the order of two square kilometers), the encompassed within a radius of ten kilometers (six miles). For larger nity is a band or belt ten kilometers (six miles) w sites, the vicinity boundar w uatic reconnaissance investigations. However, some aquatic                                                so crea vicinity The vicinity considered may in the vicinity.
lar th vicinity is the area larg irregularly shaped wide surrounding the plant stigate land use in an area in which the site makes up no more ercent of the area. If a lake or pond is to be created than 10 percent                                                        for use by the station, the will primarily direct our field terrestrial and reconnaissance and data collections The project Site is shown in Figure 1-2. A six-mile environmental data in the Vicinity. Data will be gathered by reviews, talking to local experts and consulting with vicin is shown in Figure 1-2.
appropriate agencies. The project vicinity Field data collection and analys analysi activities performed in conjunction with the ER for the SHINE analysis NRC Licensing Applicationon Project P
Pr    will be conducted in accordance with the project schedule.
Field data collection programs are designed to meet the requirements of Regulatory Guide 4.2 and NUREG 1555 for monthly and seasonal data to sufficiently characterize the resources at the Site and within the Vicinity.
Field data collection programs are designed to meet the requirements of Regulatory Guide 4.2 and NUREG 1555 for monthly and seasonal data to sufficiently characterize the resources at the Site and within the Vicinity.
1.7     Daily Check-In/Coordination Field team leaders are required to be the on-site managers of ER field activities.
1.7 Daily Check-In/Coordination Field team leaders are required to be the on-site managers of ER field activities.
Responsibilities will include daily briefings as to Plan of the Day (POD), healthy and safety 3                                        Revision A October 13, 2011
Responsibilities will include daily briefings as to Plan of the Day (POD), healthy and safety Draft ming environmental re ming environmental Draft guidance in NUREG Draft guidance in NU review, acceptance criteria, revie ew, acceptance criteri d references. The area of review iden rences. The area of revie wetlands), Ecology (terrestrial and aquatic Ecology (terrestrial and a dition to other environmental areas. The data an environmental areas. The data an n the need to submit data on a site or vicinity basis.
bmit data on a site or vicinity basis n NUREG-1555 are larger boundaries than just the boundaries than just the 1555 under Se Section 2.2.1 (The Site and Vicinity) de ction 2.2.1 (The Site and d as that area of land owned or controlled by the ap of land owned or controlled by the a f constructing and operat nd op ing a nuclear power statio g a nuclear power statio site boundary should be accepted as defining the ould be accepted as defining mall sites (on the order of two square kilometers), th the order of two square kilometers), th within a radius of ten kilometers of ten kilometers (six miles). For larg (six miles). For lar nity is a band or belt ten kilometers (six miles) wide or belt ten kilometers (six miles) w ntent is to investigate land use in an area in which stigate land use in an area in which percent of the area. If a lake or pond is to be crea ercent of the area. If a lake or pond is to be crea e water-body area should be included in the vicinity water-body area should be inclu low natural or political boundaries.
ow natural or political boundaries.
s report, the proposed SHINE property boundary report, the proposed SHINE property boundar w uatic reconnaissance investigations. However, so uatic reconnaissance investigations. However, so be required off-site in the project vicinity. The be required off-site in the project vici will be used to gather environmental data will be used to gather environmen available mapping, literature review available mapping, literature re agencies. The project vicinity agencies. The project vicin and analysi and analys on Pr on P


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                               Environmental Report Work Plan tailgate briefings, completion of sign in/out forms (see Appendix B), and coordination with SHINE staff.
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Field team leaders will be obligated to provide coordination with SHINE   NE regarding scheduled data collection activities. Information to be conveyed/discussed with   th SHINE SHIN staff will include the rform POD entailing composition of support staff, nature of work to be performed,       a area in which HINE support regarding activities will occur, potential off-site activities, and need for SHINE         rega security/access.
Revision A October 13, 2011 tailgate briefings, completion of sign in/out forms (see Appendix B), and coordination with SHINE staff.
Field team leaders will be obligated to provide coordination with SHINE regarding scheduled data collection activities. Information to be conveyed/discussed with SHINE staff will include the POD entailing composition of support staff, nature of work to be performed, area in which activities will occur, potential off-site activities, and need for SHINE support regarding security/access.
Personnel to be contacted at the start of every field trip include the following:
Personnel to be contacted at the start of every field trip include the following:
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Cell Phone Email Katrina Pitas Operations Support Director 608-831-0814 877-512-6554 katrina.p@shinemed.com Draft NE th SHIN performed, a rform SHINE support rega HINE support rega trip include the following:
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                           Environmental Report Work Plan 2.0 Land 2.1     Objectives ure to The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent procedure o perform la lland use HINE NRC Licensing investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE           Licensin Application Project at Rock County, Janesville, Wisconsin (see Figure e 1-1).
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2.2     Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to all data gathering hering activitiess in support of the land use analyses performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures dures that are specific to the SHINE D
Revision A October 13, 2011 2.0 Land 2.1 Objectives The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent procedure to perform land use investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project at Rock County, Janesville, Wisconsin (see Figure 1-1).
NRC Licensing Application documentation requirements. Land elements to be performed are required to satisfy regulatory characterizing environmental conditions ra Information collected from field through map analysis/internet x Maps of the structures, d use data gathering work ulatory requirements for documenting ons of the project d
2.2 Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to all data gathering activities in support of the land use analyses performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application documentation requirements. Land use data gathering work elements to be performed are required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects.
oject vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase ase effects.
Information collected from field reconnaissance will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to land use and visual resources. Such information will include the following:
ld reconnaissance ev rnet searches to support the characterization and assessment impacts to land use and visual resources.
Land Use x
Land Use ces. Such information will include th x Land uses, both on and offsite, that could be affected by the proposed e site showing current and proposed site boundaries, res, restricted areas, and current and proposed fa ures, bounda p
Land uses, both on and offsite, that could be affected by the proposed action; x
ffacilities; a
Maps of the site showing current and proposed site boundaries, exclusion areas, site structures, restricted areas, and current and proposed facilities; x
and suppleme that developed e will be used to supplement the following:
Maps showing major land uses in the region, such as U.S. Geological Survey land use categories within 50 mi (80 km) of the facility; x
action; of exclusion areas, site ft x Maps ps showing major land uses in the region, aps categories eral facilities, including national wildernessess areas, American Ind proposed site; x Information from e;
Special land use classifications (e.g., American Indian or military reservations, wild and scenic rivers, parks, forests, designated coastal zone areas, wildlife and wilderness areas, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)-designated prime and important farmland soils) within 50 mi (80 km) of the facility; x
m the NRCS if it involves farmland;and and; NR re ategories within 50 mi (80 km) of the facility; scenic rivers, parks, forests, designated coas areas, and U.S. Department of Agriculture (NRCS)-designated prime and im facility; acility; x Federal A
Federal facilities, including national parks, national forests, national wildlife refuges and wilderness areas, American Indian and/or Bureau of Indian Affairs lands held in trust for American Indians, and Indian tribes lands and distances within 50 mi (80 km) of the proposed site; x
facil x Special land use classifications (e.g., American such as U.S. Geological Survey land use America Indian or military reservations, wild and coastal zone areas, wildlife and wilderness Natural Resources Conservation Service important farmland soils) within 50 mi (80 km) of the importan nationa parks, national forests, national wildlife refuges and natio Indian and/or Bureau of Indian Affairs lands held in trust for Indi American Indians, and Indian tribes lands and distances within 50 mi (80 km) of the on the relative value of the land acquired for the new facility x Principal agricultural products within the area, facilities, agricultural practices, game harvests, or food processing operations; x Mineral resources within the area; x Description of the regional setting, transportation corridors, residential areas, airports, industrial and commercial facilities, and railroads; and, x Land-use plans including current, future, and proposed plans.
Information from the NRCS on the relative value of the land acquired for the new facility if it involves farmland; x
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Principal agricultural products within the area, facilities, agricultural practices, game harvests, or food processing operations; x
Mineral resources within the area; x
Description of the regional setting, transportation corridors, residential areas, airports, industrial and commercial facilities, and railroads; and, x
Land-use plans including current, future, and proposed plans.
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hering activities in support of the land use s in support of the land use provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE dures that are specific to the SHINE requirements. Land use data gathering work d use data gathering work to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting ulatory requirements for d ons of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating oject vicinity and site, and in ev operational phase effects.
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ld reconnaissance will be used to supplement that e will be used to suppleme rnet searches to support the characterization and a to support the characterization and visual resources. Such information will include th ces. Such information will include th both on and offsite, that could be affected by the p offsite, that could be affected by the the site showing current and proposed site bounda e site showing current and proposed site bounda ures, restricted areas, and current and proposed fa res, restricted areas, and current and proposed f aps showing major land uses in the region, such as ps showing major land uses in the re categories within 50 mi (80 km) of the facility; ategories within 50 mi (80 km) of the facil Special land use classifications (e.g., Amer Special land use classifications (e.g., American ica scenic rivers, parks, forests, designated coas scenic rivers, parks, forests, designated coas areas, and U.S. Department of Agriculture areas, and U.S. Department of A (NRCS)-designated prime and importan (NRCS)-designated prime and im acility; acility; eral facilities, including nationa eral facilities, including natio ess areas, American Indi ess areas, American Ind Indians, and Indian Indians, and Indian e;
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                       Environmental Report Work Plan Visual Resources x Description of the visual setting (i.e., viewshed) of the area being affected; x Identification and description of the height, color, shape and visibility of the tallest proposed structures, as well as direction and distances from which whic these structures would be visible; x Identification of residents and visitors to the area who might be affected affecte by the aesthetic impact of the proposed new facility, including any associated sociated tourist or scenic sce s      areas of interest; and, x Rating of the aesthetic and scenic quality of the sitee in accordance with tthe U.S.
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U.S Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Visual Resource       e Management agement System.
Revision A October 13, 2011 Visual Resources x
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Description of the visual setting (i.e., viewshed) of the area being affected; x
This assessment will be consistent with the effects on these features, determining mitigation options as needed. Land ra x
Identification and description of the height, color, shape and visibility of the tallest proposed structures, as well as direction and distances from which these structures would be visible; x
x Site and Vicinity Region In addition to the requirements for non-safety related 2.4     Land ments of NEPA applicable to this section.
Identification of residents and visitors to the area who might be affected by the aesthetic impact of the proposed new facility, including any associated tourist or scenic areas of interest; and, x
d Use Study Meth Methods e requirements in NUREG-1555 and will include ment, analysiss of plant construction and characterization of the land use environment, g and analyzing d use categories ries to be studied include:
Rating of the aesthetic and scenic quality of the site in accordance with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Visual Resource Management System.
in a operation ng impacts, and identifying and PA and NUREG 1555, several other regulatory on. Land use data ata will be developed in sufficient re r
2.3 Regulatory Basis This assessment will be consistent with the requirements in NUREG-1555 and will include characterization of the land use environment, analysis of plant construction and operation effects on these features, determining and analyzing impacts, and identifying and evaluating mitigation options as needed. Land use categories to be studied include:
sufficien detail ed impacts as required by NRC Regulatory Guide 4 d
x Site and Vicinity x
an evaluating evalu drivers are to provide support 4.2 (Rev. 2).
Region In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NUREG 1555, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section. Land use data will be developed in sufficient detail to provide support for non-safety related impacts as required by NRC Regulatory Guide 4.2 (Rev. 2).
ft Data will be collected to characterize the nature and impacted pacted a extent of present and planned land use within the Site (property boundaries), Vicinity (six miles),
2.4 Land Use Study Methods Data will be collected to characterize the nature and extent of present and planned land use within the Site (property boundaries), Vicinity (six miles), and other offsite areas that may be impacted or modified as a result of facility construction and operation. This data will be collected from published reports, reliable internet sources, and local and regional planning agencies.
ected from published reports, reliable internet s lected agencies.
References U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). 1997. USGS Land Use and Land Cover Data. USGS Earth Resources Observation Data Center, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Draft whic might be affected be affecte sociated tourist or sce sociated tourist or s site in accordance with the U.S e in accordance with t e Management System.
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e requirements in NUREG-1555 and will include NUREG-1555 and will include ment, analysis of plant construction and operation s of plant construction a g and analyzing impacts, and identifying and evalu ng impacts, and identifying an d use categories to be studied include:
ries to be studied in ments of NEPA and NUREG 1555, several other re PA and NUREG 1555, several other r on. Land use data will be developed in sufficient d ata will be developed in sufficien ed impacts as required by NRC Regulatory Guide 4 required by NRC Regulatory Guide d Use Study Methods Use Study Meth be collected to characterize the nature and extent be collected to characterize the nature a the Site (property boundaries), Vicinity (six miles the Site (property boundaries), Vicinity (six m pacted or modified as a result of facility constructio acted or modified as a result of facility constructi lected from published reports, reliable internet s ected from published reports, reliable internet s cies.
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acted or modified as a result of facility constructio collected constructi and other offsite areas that may be construction and operation. This data will be sources, and local and regional planning Land Use and Land Cover Data. USGS Earth Center, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                       Environmental Report Work Plan 3.0 Surface Water and Groundwater Resources 3.1   Purpose ure to The purpose of this section is to establish a consistent procedure o perform w water resource investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINEHINE NRC Licensing Licensin Application.
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Groundwater and surface water samples will be collected ed to characterize the water wa resources res      of the site. Both analytical samples and physical measurements ents will be collected to support urements                      suppor s      the development of the conceptual site model (CSM).
Revision A October 13, 2011 3.0 Surface Water and Groundwater Resources 3.1 Purpose The purpose of this section is to establish a consistent procedure to perform water resource investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application.
D 3.2   Scope completed in support of the ESP and that are specific to the SHINE NRC effects.
Groundwater and surface water samples will be collected to characterize the water resources of the site. Both analytical samples and physical measurements will be collected to support the development of the conceptual site model (CSM).
Information collected resources. The PA-related water This ER Work Plan is applicable to NEPA-related g and characterizing and site, and in evaluating potential constr ater resource investigations C Licensing Application resource investigation work elements ra requirements for documenting ments to be performed ing environmental construction env investigation that will be d performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures nmental conditions e ironmental earches to support the characterization and ass he following information will be presented in the E conditio of the uction phase and operational pha nstruction proce b
3.2 Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to NEPA-related water resource investigations that will be completed in support of the ESP and performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application documentation requirements. Water resource investigation work elements to be performed are required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase environmental effects.
requirements. Water pplication documentation requirem requiremen rformed are required to satisfy regulatory regu th project vicinity phase environmental phas ed from field work will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internett searches                                     assessment of impacts to water ER:
Information collected from field work will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to water resources. The following information will be presented in the ER:
ER ft Surface Water:
Surface Water:
x A water-use diagram for the reactor and proc radwaste and chemical waste sy and source and discharge locatio x For Groundwater o Historic monthly flow inf average, verage, average-min o Historical low flow; w;
x A water-use diagram for the reactor and processing facility showing flow rates to and from the various water systems (e.g., circulating water system, sanitary system, radwaste and chemical waste systems, service water systems), points of consumption, and source and discharge locations; x
locations; st s
For freshwater streams potentially affected by the proposed action:
processing facility showing flow rates to and process circulating from the various water systems (e.g., circulati circulat    water system, sanitary system, service water systems), points of consumption, systems, ser potentially affected or freshwater streams potential o Water quality (monthly sa aff        by the proposed action:
o Water quality (monthly sampling, parameters as specified in NUREG 1555) o Historic monthly flow information, including maximum, average-maximum, average, average-minimum, and minimum flow; and, o Historical drought stages and discharges by month, and the 7-day once-in-l0-yr low flow; Groundwater x
sampling, parameters as specified in NUREG 1555) sam information, including maximum, average-maximum, info average-minimum, and minimum flow; and, orical drought stages     and discharges by month, and the 7-day once-in-l0-yr x Groundwater characteristics for features that could be affected by the construction, modification, operation, and decommissioning of proposed facilities:
Groundwater characteristics for features that could be affected by the construction, modification, operation, and decommissioning of proposed facilities:
o Monthly trends in groundwater elevation or piezometric levels; o Piezometric contour maps, water table contour maps, and hydraulic gradients (historical, if available, and current)(from SSAR);
o Monthly trends in groundwater elevation or piezometric levels; o Piezometric contour maps, water table contour maps, and hydraulic gradients (historical, if available, and current)(from SSAR);
o Depth to water table for unconfined aquifer systems(from SSAR);
o Depth to water table for unconfined aquifer systems(from SSAR);
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Draft ure to perform w o perform w SHINE NRC Licensing HINE NRC Licensin ed to characterize the water res to characterize the wa urements will be collected to suppor ents will be collected to s PA-related water resource investigations that will b ater resource investigation d performed by AMEC personnel. It provides proce by AMEC personnel. It provides C Licensing Application documentation requiremen pplication documentation requirem ments to be performed are required to satisfy regu rformed are required to satisfy regu g and characterizing env ing e ironmental conditions of th nmental conditio potential constr nstruction phase and operational phas uction phase and operational pha ed from field work will be used to supplement that work will be used to supplement that t searches to support the characterization and ass earches to support the characterization and ass he following information will be presented in the ER he following information will be presented in the E Water:
Water:
D A water-use diagram for the reactor and process A water-use diagram for the reactor and proc from the various water systems (e.g., circulati from the various water systems (e.g., circulat radwaste and chemical waste systems, ser radwaste and chemical waste sy and source and discharge locations; and source and discharge locatio or freshwater streams potentially aff or freshwater streams potential Water quality (monthly sam Water quality (monthly sa Historic monthly flow info Historic monthly flow inf verage, average-min verage, average-min orical drought st orical drought s w;
w;


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                             Environmental Report Work Plan o   Historical and current data from site wells (e.g., monitoring, background, corrective action, or other uses) (from SSAR);
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o   Hydrostratigraphy of the site, including cross sections and hydrostratigraphic unit descriptions; (from SSAR) and, o                                                         luding d
Revision A October 13, 2011 o Historical and current data from site wells (e.g., monitoring, background, corrective action, or other uses) (from SSAR);
Qualitative description of groundwater aquifers, including   ide identification of U.S.
o Hydrostratigraphy of the site, including cross sections and hydrostratigraphic unit descriptions; (from SSAR) and, o Qualitative description of groundwater aquifers, including identification of U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-designated   ated sole-source sole-sourc aquifers.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-designated sole-source aquifers.
o   Water quality (monthly sampling, parameters as specified in NUR NUREG 1555) x   A description of present and reasonably foreseeable eable ble future surface water wate uses (withdrawals, consumption, and returns, including ding but not limited to, domestic, domes      mu municipal, agricultural, industrial, mining, recreation, navigation,n, and hydroelectric power);
o Water quality (monthly sampling, parameters as specified in NUREG 1555) x A description of present and reasonably foreseeable future surface water uses (withdrawals, consumption, and returns, including but not limited to, domestic, municipal, agricultural, industrial, mining, recreation, navigation, and hydroelectric power);
powe groundwater withdrawals; and nonconsumptive umptive water uses (e.g., recreational, ected by construction, facility navigational, instream, etc.) that may affect or be affected Dra 3.3 x
groundwater withdrawals; and nonconsumptive water uses (e.g., recreational, navigational, instream, etc.) that may affect or be affected by construction, facility modifications, operations, and/or decommissioning of the reactor and processing facility, including any bodies of water or aquifers at distances close enough to affect or be adversely affected by the facilities; x
modifications, operations, and/or decommissioning adversely affected by the facilities; Descriptions of past, present, lities; ecommissioning of the reactor and processing fac including any bodies of water or aquifers at distances nt, and reasonably stances close enough to affect or be nably foreseeable pollutant sources source w discharges to water that may interact with the facility, including locations re Previous Studies udies dies have been completed No previous studies n the area.
Descriptions of past, present, and reasonably foreseeable pollutant sources with discharges to water that may interact with the facility, including locations relative to the site and the affected water bodies, and the magnitude and nature of the pollutant discharges, including temporal variations.
groundwater in ompleted at the Site to characteriz characterize surface water and with facility, faci relative to the site and the affected water bodies, and the magnitude and nature of the pollutant discharges, including ng temporal variations.
3.3 Previous Studies No previous studies have been completed at the Site to characterize surface water and groundwater in the area.
3.4 ft her er regulatory drivers are applicable to this section.
3.4 Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regulations and guidance documents, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section.
other Regulato Basis Regulatory ddition dition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regulations In addition aseline data collected in these stud The baseline tion and operational activities and construction support the ESP,SP, the data collected will x U.S. Army Corps x USACE - Rivers and over, under, or through gh wil be i
The baseline data collected in these studies will also be utilized to support potential future construction and operational activities and to address the concerns of the many agencies and ensure compliance with these laws and regulations. Although not required to collect data to support the ESP, the data collected will be needed to support the required authorizations, permits and/or consultations. These include the following:
permits and/or consultations. These include regu re section sectio and guidance documents, several studies will also be utilized to support potential future an to address the concerns of the many agencies and mpliance with these laws and regulations.
x U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) - Clean Water Act (CWA), Section 404 permit is required for fill activities within wetlands and waters of the United States.
ensure compliance                          reg          Although not required to collect data to b needed to support the required authorizations, the following:
x USACE - Rivers and Harbor Act of 1899, Section 10 permit is required for any activities over, under, or through navigable waters.
ps of Engineers ((USACE) - Clean Water Act (CWA), Section 404 permit is ctivities within required for fill activities with wetlands and waters of the United States.
nd Harbor Harb Act of 1899, Section 10 permit is required for any activities gh navigable waters.
x Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) - CWA, Section 401 water quality certification for discharges under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and CWA Section 404 permit.
x Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) - CWA, Section 401 water quality certification for discharges under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and CWA Section 404 permit.
x WDNR - CWA, Section 402 NPDES permits for land disturbance, point discharges and storm water discharges.
x WDNR - CWA, Section 402 NPDES permits for land disturbance, point discharges and storm water discharges.
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Draft luding ide d
ated sole-sourc sole-sourc as specified in NUR as specified in NUR eable future surface water uses ble future surface wate ding but not limited to, domestic, mu but not limited to, domes navigation, and hydroelectric power);
n, and hydroelectric powe umptive water uses (e.g., recreational, uses (e.g., recreational, affect or be affected by construction, facility ected by construction, facility ecommissioning of the reactor and processing faci the reactor and processing fac aquifers at distances close enough to affect or be stances close enough to lities; nt, and reasonably foreseeable pollutant sources w nably foreseeable pollutant source may interact with the facility, including locations re with the facility, including locations re water bodies, and the magnitude and nature of the the magnitude and nature ng temporal variations.
variations.
udies dies have been completed at the Site to characteriz ompleted at the Site to characteriz n the area.
the area.
Regulatory Basis Regulato ddition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regu dition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC re her regulatory drivers are applicable to this section er regulatory drivers are applicable to this sectio aseline data collected in these studies will aseline data collected in these stud tion and operational activities and to tion and operational activities an mpliance with these laws and reg mpliance with these laws and SP, the data collected will b SP, the data collected wil consultations. These i consultations. These ps of Engineers (
ps of Engineers ctivities within ctivities with nd Harb nd Harb gh gh


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan All field activities will be completed in accordance with state laws and analytical requirements and will also meet WDNR (and subsequently U.S. Environmental Protection Agency [USEPA])
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Revision A October 13, 2011 All field activities will be completed in accordance with state laws and analytical requirements and will also meet WDNR (and subsequently U.S. Environmental Protection Agency [USEPA])
requirements so that data are usable to evaluate current conditions with respect to applicable regulations.
requirements so that data are usable to evaluate current conditions with respect to applicable regulations.
3.5     Surface Water Characterization Surface waters at the Site will be characterized for both water ter quality as well as ph physical urces properties. In addition to characterizing these water resourcesrces on the Site and in the mented surrounding areas, water resources will also be documented   ted within a six-mile radius rad  of the Site.
3.5 Surface Water Characterization Surface waters at the Site will be characterized for both water quality as well as physical properties. In addition to characterizing these water resources on the Site and in the surrounding areas, water resources will also be documented within a six-mile radius of the Site.
rmation This documentation will include a geographical information   n system (GIS)
This documentation will include a geographical information system (GIS) survey of water resources and wetlands, use of previously recorded data, as well as general vicinity reconnaissance observations. Except for sampling performed to evaluate the existing and proposed access roads, AMEC does not propose to collect samples or field measurements from areas outside of Site boundaries. The locations of water resources within project vicinity are shown on Figure 3-1.
(GIS) survey of water resources and wetlands, use of previously recorded   ed data, ass well as general vicinity reconnaissance observations. Except for sampling pling performeded to evaluate the existing and D
For surface water resources identified on the site, as well as appropriate off site areas, water samples will be collected on a monthly frequency from designated locations. Samples will be submitted for laboratory analysis to Pace Analytical Services, Inc. (PACE) of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Water quality parameters are consistent with those listed in NUREG 1555. These locations were selected to obtain data from the prominent water bodies on site as well as from representative locations from the surface waters located around the Site. Sampling rationale for the proposed locations is provided in Table 3-1, and a summary of the sampling program is provided in Table 3-2. Sampling locations are shown on Figure 3-1. All samples will be collected in accordance with the QAPD and the Health and Safety Plan (HASP). Additionally, all samples will be released and transported to the analytical laboratory in accordance with chain-of-custody procedures outlined in Appendix A.
proposed access roads, AMEC does not propose   pose to collect samples or field measurements fro  from ations of water resources areas outside of Site boundaries. The locations                   urces within project vicinity are shown on Figure 3-1.
3.6 Groundwater Characterization A total of 4 groundwater observation well will be installed to better characterize both the geology and hydrogeology. These locations are shown on Figure 3-1 and proposed monitoring activities are presented in Table 3-3. If conditions in the field require the characterization of deeper aquifers, nested wells will be installed. The screened intervals will be located so as to allow the collection of representative groundwater samples from both depths.
For surface water resources identified ied on the site, e, as well as appropriate off site areas a
Groundwater samples will be collected monthly and submitted for laboratory analysis by PACE of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Water quality parameters are consistent with those listed in NUREG 1555 or that would be required by WDNR. The technical rationale for groundwater samples is presented in Table 3-4 and a summary of the proposed analytical program is presented in Table 3-5. All groundwater samples will be collected using the Low Flow (Low Purge)
areas, water onthly frequency samples will be collected on a monthly               cy from designated locations. Samp Sam Samples will be submitted for laboratory analysis sis to Pace Analytical ytical Services, Inc. (PACE) of Gre Green Bay, ra locations were selected to the proposed locations 3.6 arameters are consistent with those listed in NU Wisconsin. Water quality parameters provided in Table 3-2. Sampling locations are shown on Figure 3-1.
ordance all samples willll be released and transported to the analytical la ft      ustody stody procedures outlined in Appendix chain-of-custody Characterizatio Groundwater Characterization otal of 4 groundwater observation well A total ested wells will be installed. The aquifers, nested epresentative groundwater collection of representative Append A.
we will be installed in lab NURE NUREG 1555. These o obtain data from the prominent water bodies on ssite as well as from representative locationss from the surface ns is provided face waters located around the Site.
d in Table 3-1, and a summary of th Site Sampling rationale for the sampling program is 3-1 All samples will be dance with the QAPD and the Health and Safety Plan (HASP). Additionally, collected in accordance laboratory in accordance with to better characterize both the geology ydrogeology. These locations are shown on Figure 3-1 and proposed monitoring activities and hydrogeology.
ented in Table 3-3. If conditions in the are presented                                  th field require the characterization of deeper T screened intervals will be located so as to allow the groundwate samples from both depths.
ples will be collected Groundwater samples            collect monthly and submitted for laboratory analysis by PACE collec onsin. Water quality parameters are consistent with those listed in NUREG of Green Bay, Wisconsin.
1555 or that would be required by WDNR. The technical rationale for groundwater samples is nd a summary of the proposed analytical program is presented in presented in Table 3-4 and Table 3-5. All groundwater samples will be collected using the Low Flow (Low Purge)
Groundwater Sampling Methods. Groundwater samples will be collected in accordance with the QAPD. Additionally, all samples will be released and transported to the analytical laboratory in accordance with chain-of-custody procedures outlined in Appendix A.
Groundwater Sampling Methods. Groundwater samples will be collected in accordance with the QAPD. Additionally, all samples will be released and transported to the analytical laboratory in accordance with chain-of-custody procedures outlined in Appendix A.
In addition to collecting data to characterize groundwater quality, depth-to-groundwater measurements will be collected monthly (during the same field event as the monthly surface 9                                      Revision A October 13, 2011
In addition to collecting data to characterize groundwater quality, depth-to-groundwater measurements will be collected monthly (during the same field event as the monthly surface Draft ter quality as well as ph ter quality as well as urces on the Site and in the rces on the Site and mented within a six-mile radius of ted within a six-mile rad rmation system (GIS n system (GIS) survey of water
) survey of ed data, as well as general vicinity s well as general vicinity pling performed to evaluate the existing and ed to evaluate the existing and pose to collect samples or field measurements fro samples or field measurements fro ations of water resources within project vicinity are urces within project vicinity are ied on the site, as well as appropriate off site areas e, as well as appropriate off site a onthly frequency from designated locations. Samp cy from designated locations. Sam sis to Pace Analytical Services, Inc. (PACE) of Gre ytical Services, Inc. (PACE) of Gre arameters are consistent with those listed in NURE consistent with those listed in NU o obtain data from the prominent water bodies on s from the prominent water bodies on s from the surface waters located around the Site.
face waters located around the Site ns is provided in Table 3-1, and a summary of the d in Table 3-1, and a summary of th 3-2. Sampling locations are shown on Figure 3-1.
locations are shown on Figure 3-1 ordance with the QAPD and the Health and Safety dance with the QAPD and the Health and Safety will be released and transported to the analytical lab ll be released and transported to the analytical la ustody procedures outlined in Appendix A.
stody procedures outlined in Append Groundwater Characterization Groundwater Characterizatio otal of 4 groundwater observation well will be in otal of 4 groundwater observation we ydrogeology. These locations are shown ydrogeology. These locations are ented in Table 3-3. If conditions in th ented in Table 3-3. If conditions ested wells will be installed. The ested wells will be installed. T epresentative groundwater epresentative groundwate ples will be collect ples will be collec onsin. Water onsin. Water required required nd a nd


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                   Environmental Report Work Plan water measurements) from onsite wells and piezometers. These data will be used to evaluate groundwater flow patterns and to better understand the seasonal variances and the hydraulic communication between both surface and groundwater and between the different water bearing rou zones beneath the site. These data will also be used to support the groundwater modeling effort.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 10 Revision A October 13, 2011 water measurements) from onsite wells and piezometers. These data will be used to evaluate groundwater flow patterns and to better understand the seasonal variances and the hydraulic communication between both surface and groundwater and between the different water bearing zones beneath the site. These data will also be used to support the groundwater modeling effort.
3.7   Report Env Environme The hydrology data will be interpreted and presented as a narrative in the Environmental ude a description of the Report. At a minimum, the Environmental Report will include                   th local and stimated ed velocities, the results of regional geology, groundwater flow directions and estimated                         o the transport model, groundwater and surface water quality and surface water flow patterns.
3.7 Report The hydrology data will be interpreted and presented as a narrative in the Environmental Report. At a minimum, the Environmental Report will include a description of the local and regional geology, groundwater flow directions and estimated velocities, the results of the transport model, groundwater and surface water quality and surface water flow patterns.
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Draft rou a narrative in the Environme narrative in the Env include a description of the local ude a description of th stimated velocities, the results of the ed velocities, the results o quality and surface water flow patterns.
surface water flow patter


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                                     Environmental Report Work Plan Table 3-1 Technical Rationale for Surface Water         ater Sampling Program ytical Analytical Location              Sample/Field ple/Field Exploration Type          Sample ID                                                                Water F Flow                       Rationale Ra Chemistry Frequency Surface Water GIS survey and visual observations will be conducted ucted in the field to verify general surface water wa conditions.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 11 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-1 Technical Rationale for Surface Water Sampling Program Exploration Type Sample ID Location Analytical Sample/Field Chemistry Frequency Water Flow Rationale Surface Water Survey GIS survey and visual observations will be conducted in the field to verify general surface water conditions.
Survey Obtain Ob    wat water quality and flow data from Surface Water        SM-SW1 and                                                                                      surface surfa waters that may be potentially TBD                        Monthly hly                Monthly Characterization    SM-SW2                                                                                          impacted impa impac      by the construction of the proposed pro        access road.
Surface Water Characterization SM-SW1 and SM-SW2 TBD Monthly Monthly Obtain water quality and flow data from surface waters that may be potentially impacted by the construction of the proposed access road.
Notes:
Notes:
TBD - to be determined
TBD - to be determined
: 1. Data will be supplemented by USGS gauging station data, if available.
: 1.
ailable.
Data will be supplemented by USGS gauging station data, if available.
NA - Not Applicable tf a
NA - Not Applicable t
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ater Sampling Program Sampling Program ytical ple/Field Chemistry Frequency Water Flow Water F Ra Ra ftft afft ucted in the field to verify general surface water conditions.
the field to verify general surface wa aftft Monthly Monthly hly Monthly Obtain wat Ob surface surfa impac impa pro aftft af af afftf station data, if available.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                                                       Environmental Report Work Plan Table 3-2 Analytical Program Summary Surface ce Waterr Sampling Program 6                    Silica, Iron, n
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 12 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-2 Analytical Program Summary Surface Water Sampling Program Sample Type Analytical Rationale Total1 Field Measurents2 Hardness TSS/ TDS BOD/ COD XOX3 NOX4 Inorganics5 Organics6 Phyto-plankton Silica, Iron, CO2 and HCO3 Dup7 MS MSD SM-SW1 and SM-SW2 Characterize surface water quality for the site as well as by the current and proposed access roads. Samples to be collected from two location(s) monthly with QA/QC samples collected at a frequency of 5 percent with a minimum of one set of QC samples per event.
n, Sample Type           Analytical Rationale                     Field Fie Phyto-hyto-        2 Total1  Measurents2 Meas          Hardness   TSS/ TDS TSS        BOD/
2 2
OD/ C COD XOX3   NOX4   Inorganics norganic 5  Or Organics  plankton nkton n  CO and HCO  CO O3    Dup7   MS   MSD Characterize surface water quality for         2          2          2          2          2          2      2        2          2            2          NA                1    1    1 SM-SW1 and  the site as well as by the current and SM-SW2      proposed access roads. Samples to be collected from two location(s) monthly with QA/QC samples collectedcted at a frequency of 5 percent with a minimum of one set of QC samples per event.
2 2
mples tf TOTAL SURFACE WATER SAMPLES                                 2         2         2         2         2         2     2       2           2           2         N/A               1     1   1 1
2 2
  = Total includes duplicates and MS/MSD/MSD MSD samples.
2 2
2
2 2
  = Field measurements include: temperature, emperature, pH, conductivity, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, oxyg    color, odor, salinity, and turbidity.
NA 1
3
1 1
  = XOX includes total and orthophosphate ophosphate phospha phosphorus.
TOTAL SURFACE WATER SAMPLES 2
4
2 2
  = NOX includes nitrate, nitrite, ite, e, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.
2 2
5
2 2
  = Inorganics included Alkalinity, alinity, linity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, lead, mercury, zinc, and cyanide.
2 2
6 7
2 N/A 1
  = Organic (wastewater parameters) evaluate data quality.
1 1
CO2 = carbon dioxide Dup. = duplicate sample meters
1 = Total includes duplicates and MS/MSD samples.
  = QA/AC samples (including duplicate uplicate samples, s
2 = Field measurements include: temperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, color, odor, salinity, and turbidity.
a meters)) include total coliform, fecal colif coliform, fecal streptococci.
3 = XOX includes total and orthophosphate phosphorus.
and MS/MDS)) will be analyzed HCO3 = bicarbonate r
4 = NOX includes nitrate, nitrite, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.
MS = matrix spike anal      at the same time as the field sample. Data will be used to validate to MSD = matrix spike duplicate             NA A = not applicable TBD = to be determined.
5 = Inorganics included Alkalinity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, lead, mercury, zinc, and cyanide.
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6 = Organic (wastewater parameters) include total coliform, fecal coliform, fecal streptococci.
7 = QA/AC samples (including duplicate samples, and MS/MDS) will be analyzed at the same time as the field sample. Data will be used to validate to evaluate data quality.
CO2 = carbon dioxide HCO3 = bicarbonate Dup. = duplicate sample MS = matrix spike MSD = matrix spike duplicate NA = not applicable TBD = to be determined.
Draftt ce Water Sampling Program r Sampling Program Fie Meas Hardness TSS/ TDS TSS BOD/ COD OD/ C XOX XOX3 NOX4 Inorganics norganic 5
Organics Or 6
hyto-nkton n
n, n
COO ft cted mples 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
2 af af af af af af af af af af af af aff Dr Drra raf af af aff 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
2 2
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/MSD samples.
MSD samples.
temperature, pH, conductiv emperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, color, ity, dissolved oxyg ophosphate phosphorus.
phospha ite, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.
e, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.
alinity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, linity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, meters meters) include total coliform, fecal coliform, fecal
) include total coliform, fecal colif uplicate samples, uplicate s and MS/MDS) will be anal
) will HCO HCO3 3 = bicarbonate MS = matrix spike MS = matrix spike A = not applicable A = not applicable


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                 Environmental Report Work Plan Table 3-3 Summary of Proposed Observation Well Installation Details and Monitoring Program Hydrogeologic Data Collection - ER Work Plan In-situ Targetet        Water-Level Water                          Hydraulic Well ID                                                       Approx.            Proposed uifer Aquifer                          C Chemical Conductivity Mon Monitoring Northing                 Easting          Total                Screen Testing 1
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 13 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-3 Summary of Proposed Observation Well Installation Details and Monitoring Program Hydrogeologic Data Collection - ER Work Plan Well ID Northing US Feet, NAD83 Easting US Feet, NAD83 Approx.
US Feet,               US Feet,         Depth                 Length                                                            Testing NAD83                  NAD83            ft bgs                 feet North Site SM-GW1A                   TBD                     TBD                 TBD               TBD               TBD                 x               x                 X SM-GW1B*                   TBD                     TBD                 TBD               TBD BD              TBD                 x               x                 X SM-GW2A                   TBD                     TBD                 TBD               TBD               TBD                 x               x                 X SM-GW2B*                   TBD                     TBD                 TBD               TBD               TBD                 x               x                 X SM-GW3A                   TBD                     TBD                 TBD               TBD               TBD                 x               x                 X DSM-GW3B*
Total Depth 1
SM-GW4A SM-GW4B*
ft bgs Proposed Screen Length feet Target Aquifer Water-Level Monitoring Chemical Testing In-situ Hydraulic Conductivity Testing North Site SM-GW1A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
x X
SM-GW1B*
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
x X
SM-GW2A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
x X
SM-GW2B*
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
x X
SM-GW3A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
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SM-GW3B*
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
x x
SM-GW4A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
x X
SM-GW4B*
TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x
x x
Notes:
Notes:
Temperature Turbidity pH Conductivity Dissolved Oxygen Color Odor Salinity TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD 1 - Actual screened depth will be determined
1 - Actual screened depth will be determined based on field conditions and locations of target aquifers and/or water bearing zones.
*- B series wells will only be installed if required/necessaryy TBD = to be determined ft bgs = feet below ground surface ra Chemical testing consists of the following parameters:
*- B series wells will only be installed if required/necessary TBD = to be determined ft bgs = feet below ground surface Chemical testing consists of the following parameters:
Field Measurements eters:
Field Measurements Laboratory Testing Temperature Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
Laboratory Testing TBD TBD BD TBD Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
Sodium Carbon Dioxide Turbidity Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
Total Dissolvedd Solids (TDS)
Potassium Bicarbonate pH Hardness Calcium Alkalinity Conductivity Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD)
Hardness (TD Biologicall Oxygen Demand Chemical D
Magnesium Chlorides Dissolved Oxygen Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
cal Oxygen Demand Phosphorus, orus, Total D
Heavy Metals (Hg, Pb)
Phosphorus, Orthophosphate Ammonia A m mmonia Orthophos (BOD)
Sulfates Color Phosphorus, Total Total Coliform2 Odor Phosphorus, Orthophosphate Fecal Colforms2 Salinity Ammonia Fecal Streptococci2 Nitrate Alkalinity Tritium Nitrite Chlorides Silica Organic Nitrogen Sulfate Iron Draft et uifer Water-Level Water Monitoring Mon C
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                       Environmental Report Work Plan Table 3-4 Technical Rationale for Groundwater ater Sampling ampling Program Exploration Type                 Sample ID               Location       Analytical ical      Groundwater Groundwat                      Rationale mple Sample          Elevatio Elevations Frequency requency      Measurement Measureme Observation Well               SM-GW1A and GW1B*         Wells installed on   Monthly         Monthly1   Obtain water quality d data to characterize Sampling                      through SM-GW4A and      the Site - TBD                                              er Obta groundwater. Obt Obtain water elevation data to GW4B
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 14 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-4 Technical Rationale for Groundwater Sampling Program Exploration Type Sample ID Location Analytical Sample Frequency Groundwater Elevations Measurement Rationale Observation Well Sampling SM-GW1A and GW1B*
* assess a      gradients gradient and the hydraulic communication com communicatio  between water bearing zones and surface surfac water bodies.
through SM-GW4A and GW4B
su Notes:
* Wells installed on the Site - TBD Monthly Monthly1 Obtain water quality data to characterize groundwater. Obtain water elevation data to assess gradients and the hydraulic communication between water bearing zones and surface water bodies.
: 1. Monthly measurements will be collected manually; required
Notes:
: 1.
Monthly measurements will be collected manually;  
  * - B series wells will be installed and sampled if necessary/required NA = not applicable; TBD = to be determined.
  * - B series wells will be installed and sampled if necessary/required NA = not applicable; TBD = to be determined.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                                                                     Environmental Report Work Plan Table 3-5 dwater er Sampling Program Analytical Program Summary Groundwater Field                                                                                              Silica, Iron, Sample Type                         Analytical Rationale CO2 and Total1 T        Measuren 2 Measurents  Hardness   TS TSS/TDS   BOD/COD D/COD  XOX OX3  NOX4 Inorganics s5, 6   Organics ganics7    Tritium ritium tium8  HCO3           Dup   MS   MSD Groundwater Samples (low flow)
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 15 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-5 Analytical Program Summary Groundwater Sampling Program Sample Type Analytical Rationale Total1 Field Measurents2 Hardness TSS/TDS BOD/COD XOX3 NOX4 Inorganics5, 6 Organics7 Tritium8 Silica, Iron, CO2 and HCO3 Dup MS MSD Groundwater Samples (low flow)
SM-GW1A, SM-GW2A, SM-   Characterize groundwater qualityality                      4        4          4          4        4        4      4          4              4            4            4          1    1    1 GW3A, and SM-GW4A       in the surficial aquifer below w the Site. Samples to be collected ected monthly.
SM-GW1A, SM-GW2A, SM-GW3A, and SM-GW4A Characterize groundwater quality in the surficial aquifer below the Site. Samples to be collected monthly.
SM-GW1B*, SM-GW2B*, SM- Characterize groundwater dwater quality                       4         4         4         4         4         4     4         4             4           4             4         1     1   1 GW3B*, and SM-GW4B*    in the aquifer below ow the Site.
4 4
Samples to be TOTAL GROUNDWATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS    IS e collected monthly.
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 1
1 1
SM-GW1B*, SM-GW2B*, SM-GW3B*, and SM-GW4B*
Characterize groundwater quality in the aquifer below the Site.
Samples to be collected monthly.
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 1
1 1
TOTAL GROUNDWATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS 8
8 8
8 8
8 8
8 8
8 8
2 2
2 Notes:
* = B series wells will be installed, sampled, and analyzed if necessary/required.
1 = Total includes duplicates and MS/MSD samples.
2 = Field measurements include: temperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, color, odor, salinity, and turbidity.
3 = XOX includes total and orthophosphate phosphorus.
4 = NOX includes nitrate, nitrite, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.
5 = Inorganics included Alkalinity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, lead, and mercury.
6 = Additional inorganics include silica, iron, carbon dioxide, bicarbonate.
7 = Organic/wastewater parameters include total coliform, fecal coliform, fecal streptococci.
8 = Tritium samples may be analyzed on site.
CO2 = carbon dioxide HCO3 = bicarbonate Dup. = duplicate sample MS = matrix spike MSD = matrix spike duplicate NA = not applicable Draftt dwater Sampling Program er Sampling Program T
Field Measuren Hardness TSS/TDS TS BOD/COD D/COD XOX OX3 NOX NOX4 Inorganicss5, 6 5, 6 Organics ganics7 ritium tium8 ftftftftftftftftftt af af aft aftftftt aft ality w the ected 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 4
4 af af af af af af af af aff ra ra raf af af aff dwater quality ow the Site.
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hly.
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4 4
* = B series wells will be installed, sampled, ed, d, and analyzed if necessary/required.
4 4
1
4 4
  = Total includes duplicates and MS/MSD   MSDSD sample samples.
4 4
2
4 4
  = Field measurements include: temperature, mperature, pH, conducti mperature       conductivity, vity, y, dissolved oxygen, color, odor, salinity, sa       and turbidity.                                                  CO2 = carbon dioxide 3
4 4
  = XOX includes total and orthophosphate phosphate hosphate phosphorus.                                                                                                                       HCO3 = bicarbonate 4
ra ra ra ra ra ra raa Dr Dra ra raa IS 8
  = NOX includes nitrate, nitrite, e, ammonia ammonia, and organic nitrogen.                                                                                                               Dup. = duplicate sample 5
8 8
6 7
8 8
8
8 8
  = Inorganics included Alkalinity,y, chlorides, chloride sulfate, sodium,
8 8
  = Additional inorganics include silica,
8 Dra Dr Dra Dra ra raa ed, and analyzed if necessary/required.
  = Organic/wastewater parameters include
d, and analyzed if necessary/required.
  = Tritium samples may be analyzed on nclude total tot coliform, n site.
MSD samples.
a sodium, potassium, m, calcium, magnes ilica, iron, carbon dioxide, bicarbonate.
SD sample mperature, pH, conducti mperature vity, dissolved oxygen, color, y, dissolved oxygen, color, odor, sa phosphate phosphorus.
coliform, fecal coliform, r              m, fecal magnesium, magne feca streptococci.
hosphate e, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.
strepto lead, and mercury.                                                         MS = matrix spike MSD = matrix spike duplicate NA = not applicable 15                                                                                                            Revision A October 13, 2011 D
ammonia y, chlorides, sulfate, s y, chloride odium, potassium, calcium, magnes m, calcium, magne ilica, iron, carbon dioxide, bicarbonate.
ilica, iron, carbon dioxide, bicarbonate.
nclude total co nclude tot liform, fecal coliform, fecal strepto m, feca n site.
n site.  


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                     Environmental Report Work Plan 4.0 Ecology 4.1   Purpose The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent methodology ology to perform natural dology resources field and laboratory studies conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the t SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 16 Revision A October 13, 2011 4.0 Ecology 4.1 Purpose The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent methodology to perform natural resources field and laboratory studies conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project.
4.2   Scope The methods presented in this ER Work Plan are applicable to all field and laboratory sampling D
4.2 Scope The methods presented in this ER Work Plan are applicable to all field and laboratory sampling analysis by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project documentation requirements. Natural resources work elements to be performed are required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects.
analysis by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures rocedures that are re specific to the SHINE NRC tion requirements.
Information collected from field work will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to ecological resources. The following information will be presented in the ER to support the description of ecology:
Licensing Application Project documentation               ts. Natural resources work elements elemen to gulatory requirements be performed are required to satisfy regulatory     uirements for documenting and a ions of the project characterizing environmental conditions          oject vicinity and site, and in evaluating eva evaluatin hase effects.
x Wetlands and Riparian Areas x
potential construction phase and operational phase ra Information collected from field analysis/internet searchess to support the description of ecology:
Region x
x Region x Site and ft x History story y:
Site and Vicinity x
x Wetlands and Riparian Areas nd Vicinity reas x Places and Entities of Special Interest ed to supplement that developed eld work will be used x Aquatic Communities and Potentially Affected Water x Terrestrial Te x Invasi Communities Invasive Species x Procedu Procedures and Protocols x Studies udies and Monitoring x Cumulative lative Impacts x Threatened, Im W      Bodies deve he characterization and assessment of ecological resources. The following information ned, Endangered, and Protected Species and Essential Fish Habitat through map o impacts to ER to support the nformation will be presented in the E Specific work elements addressed addres    in this ER Work Plan include the following:
History x
Terrestrial Ecology                          Aquatic Ecology x Vegetation community assessment            x Adult/juvenile fish assessment x Avifaunal assessment                      x Benthic invertebrate assessment x Faunal assessment x Waters of the United States delineation x Important species/natural areas 16                                    Revision A October 13, 2011
Places and Entities of Special Interest x
Aquatic Communities and Potentially Affected Water Bodies x
Terrestrial Communities x
Invasive Species x
Procedures and Protocols x
Studies and Monitoring x
Cumulative Impacts x
Threatened, Endangered, and Protected Species and Essential Fish Habitat Specific work elements addressed in this ER Work Plan include the following:
Terrestrial Ecology x
Vegetation community assessment x
Avifaunal assessment x
Faunal assessment x
Waters of the United States delineation x
Important species/natural areas Aquatic Ecology x Adult/juvenile fish assessment x Benthic invertebrate assessment Draft dology to perform ology to perform in conjunction with the in conjunction with t are applicable to all field and laboratory sampling to all field and laboratory sampling rocedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC re specific to the SHINE NRC tion requirements. Natural resources work elemen ts. Natural resources work elemen gulatory requirements for documenting and uirements for documenting a ions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluatin oject vicinity and site, and in eva operational phase effects.
hase effects.
eld work will be used to supplement that developed ed to supplement that deve s to support the characterization and assessment o he characterization and assessment The following information will be presented in the E nformation will be presented in the E y:
and Riparian Areas reas and Vicinity nd Vicinity story story Places and Entities of Special Interest Places and Entities of Special Interest Aquatic Communities and Potentially Affected W Aquatic Communities and Potentially Affected x
Terrestrial Communities Te Invasive Species Invasi Procedures and Protocols Procedu udies and Monitoring udies and lative Impacts lative Im ned, Endangered, and ned, Endangered, and addres addres


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                           Environmental Report Work Plan assessment 4.3     Previous Studies aqua ecology studies To the extent that they exist and are relevant, previous terrestrial and aquatic will be used in conjunction with studies outlined in this ER Work Plan n to identi identify baseline ecologic conditions of the SHINE site and vicinity.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 17 Revision A October 13, 2011 assessment 4.3 Previous Studies To the extent that they exist and are relevant, previous terrestrial and aquatic ecology studies will be used in conjunction with studies outlined in this ER Work Plan to identify baseline ecologic conditions of the SHINE site and vicinity.
4.4     Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regulations   ons and guidance documents, docum        s several ction. NRC Regulatory Guide 4.11 (Terrestrial other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section.                               (Terrestri (Terrestr tions) will also be used to guide the development Environmental Studies for Nuclear Power Stations)
4.4 Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regulations and guidance documents, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section. NRC Regulatory Guide 4.11 (Terrestrial Environmental Studies for Nuclear Power Stations) will also be used to guide the development of technical data to support the analysis of potential impacts to terrestrial ecosystems.
D of technical data to support the analysis of potential impacts to terrestrial ecosystems.
Regulatory Guide 4.11 provides technical information for the design and execution of terrestrial environmental studies for nuclear power stations, but where appropriate, this guide will also be used for performing aquatic environmental studies.
Regulatory Guide 4.11 provides technical The responsibility for protection ra local and affected Native will also be utilized to address the concerns regulations. Major x USACE  CE al information for mental studies.
The responsibility for protection of the environment has also been assigned to many other agencies. As a prerequisite to plant licensing and construction, it is important to identify and assess the many environmentally related authorizations required by federal, state, regional, local and affected Native American tribal agencies. The baseline data collected in these studies will also be utilized to support potential future construction and operational activities and to address the concerns of the many agencies and insure compliance with these laws and regulations. Major required authorizations, permits or consultations include the following:
used for performing aquatic environmental mentally related assess the many environmentally erns of the many es.
x USACE - CWA, Section 404 permit is required for fill activities within wetlands and waters of the United States.
n of the environm or the design and execution of terrestrial wer stations, but where appropriate, this guide environmental studies for nuclear power                                          g ment has also been assigned to m environment import agencies. As a prerequisite to plant licensing and construction, it is important ted authorizations required by federal, ve American tribal ma terre terres a
x U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) - Endangered Species Act, Section 7 consultation is required on project impacts to endangered species during construction and operation.
will also many other be to identify and federa state, regional, ibal agencies. The baseline data collected o support potential                           operatio ny agencies and insure compliance with ajorr required authorizations, permits or consultations co ential future construction and operational opera in these studies activities and to w these laws and consultation include the following:
x WDNR - CWA, Section 401 water quality certification for discharges under the NPDES permit and CWA Section 404 permit.
E - CWA, Section 404 permit is required for fill activities ac        within wetlands and 4.5 ft    waters x WDNR ters                States.
x WDNR - CWA, Section 402 NPDES permits for land disturbance, point discharges and stormwater discharges.
ers of the United States x U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) - Endangered DNR - CWA, Section 402 NPDES stormwater mwater discharges.
4.5 Ecology Methods 4.5.1 Terrestrial Ecology 4.5.1.1 Vegetation Assessment Objectives The specific objectives of this work plan are as follows:
Ecology Methods Objectives ethods di 4.5.1 Terrestrial Ecology ogy 4.5.1.1 Vegetation Assessment per NPD E
Endang consultation is required on project impacts to endangered and operation.
x WDNR WDN - CWA, Section 401 water en Species Act, Section 7 species during construction wate quality certification for discharges under the NPDES permit and CWA Section 404 permit.
permits for land disturbance, point discharges and The specific objectives of this work plan are as follows:
: 1. Characterize terrestrial vegetative communities in the project vicinity and within the project site;
: 1. Characterize terrestrial vegetative communities in the project vicinity and within the project site;
: 2. Develop a current land cover map; and
: 2. Develop a current land cover map; and
: 3. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction and operation.
: 3. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction and operation.
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Draft and aqua Plan to identi n to regulations and guidance documents, s ons and guidance docum ction. NRC Regulatory Guide 4.11 (Terrestri Regulatory Guide 4.11 (Terrestr tions) will also be used to guide the development be used to guide the development potential impacts to terrestrial ecosystems.
to terrestrial ecosystems.
al information for the design and execution of terres or the design and execution of terre wer stations, but where appropriate, this guide will a but where appropriate, this g mental studies.
es.
n of the environm ment has also been assigned to ma ent has also been assigned to m to plant licensing and construction, it is important to and construction, it is import mentally related authorizations required by federal, ted authorizations required by federa ve American tribal agencies. The baseline data co ibal agencies. The baseline data co o support potential future construction and operatio ential future construction and opera erns of the many agencies and insure compliance w ny agencies and insure compliance ajor required authorizations, permits or consultation r required authorizations, permits or consultation CE E - CWA, Section 404 permit is required for fill ac CWA, Section 404 permit is ters of the United States.
ers of the United States U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) - Endang E
consultation is required on project impacts to en consultation is required on project impacts to and operation.
and WDNR WDN
- CWA, Section 401 water quality wate permit and CWA Section 404 permit.
permit and CWA Section 404 per DNR DNR - CWA, Section 402 NPDES CWA, Section 402 NPD mwater discharges.
mwater di ethods ethods ogy ogy


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan Methodology Walking surveys will be conducted over the entire Site for the terrestrial vegetation assessment (Figure 4-1). To account for seasonal variability of the vegetation within the site, surveys will be assessed in the growing season during the fall of 2011 and the spring g of 2012.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 18 Revision A October 13, 2011 Methodology Walking surveys will be conducted over the entire Site for the terrestrial vegetation assessment (Figure 4-1). To account for seasonal variability of the vegetation within the site, surveys will be assessed in the growing season during the fall of 2011 and the spring of 2012.
The project will consist of the following components:
The project will consist of the following components:
x Photographic documentation; x Qualitative inventory of flora; and x Report presenting the study results.
x Photographic documentation; x
AMEC will prepare GIS (aerial and topographic) base       s. AMEC field crews will be ase maps.                          b responsible for conducting field surveys and plant nt species identifications         project.
Qualitative inventory of flora; and x
entifications for the project D
Report presenting the study results.
Incorporation of GIS land cover data, as available, within the project site and vicinity (six-mile established data. Limited qualification to characterize land cover types.
AMEC will prepare GIS (aerial and topographic) base maps. AMEC field crews will be responsible for conducting field surveys and plant species identifications for the project.
ra surrounding areas will be performed Figure 4-1 includes:
Incorporation of GIS land cover data, as available, will be used to identify land cover types within the project site and vicinity (six-mile radius). This work will be done using a GIS query of established data. Limited qualification assessments will be performed within the project vicinity to characterize land cover types.
A: Proposed B: Airfield ed Site d area C: Developed eveloped ea veloped Lands erformed to provide characteristics. Specific areas ailable, will be used le radius). This n assessments Qualitative characterizations off current land cover ed to identify land cover types ts will be performed within the e a more accurate tabulation of land reas that will be considered in this characterization la cover characterizatio are shown in query of is work will be done using a GIS que th project vicinity over on the project site and its immediate imm imme ft  D: Agricultural Lands E: Riparian/Drainage Corrido A qualitative The qualitative Corridors ctive condition necess require pedestrian surveys w be documented ualitative inventory of the site flora will ualitative inventory will, to the exte Due to the varying arying phenology (life cycle proper reproductive docum          during the 2011-12 growing seasons.
Qualitative characterizations of current land cover on the project site and its immediate surrounding areas will be performed to provide a more accurate tabulation of land cover characteristics. Specific areas that will be considered in this characterization are shown in Figure 4-1 includes:
practical, record the presence of each plant species extent practi growing on the Site (see data collection form in Appendix B).
A: Proposed Site B: Airfield area C: Developed Lands D: Agricultural Lands E: Riparian/Drainage Corridors A qualitative inventory of the site flora will be documented during the 2011-12 growing seasons.
cycles) of plant species and the need to observe plants in cycles necessary to permit species identification, spring, summer and fall necessa inventories will be performed to identify iden ide urveys during plant species occurring on the site. This approach will durin the growing season to observe and record plants occurring in various habitats on the site. Particular st P
The qualitative inventory will, to the extent practical, record the presence of each plant species growing on the Site (see data collection form in Appendix B).
by future disturbance (construction emphasis will be given to those areas potentially affected sites, drift zones, etc.).
Due to the varying phenology (life cycles) of plant species and the need to observe plants in proper reproductive condition necessary to permit species identification, spring, summer and fall inventories will be performed to identify plant species occurring on the site. This approach will require pedestrian surveys during the growing season to observe and record plants occurring in various habitats on the site. Particular emphasis will be given to those areas potentially affected by future disturbance (construction sites, drift zones, etc.).
In order to effectively characterize plant communities of the site, the relative abundance of each species occurring along the terrestrial transects (same as those used for faunal inventories) and proposed access road causeway will be assessed. Plant species will be visually scored as follows: A-abundant, C-common, O-occasional, U-uncommon, or R-rare.
In order to effectively characterize plant communities of the site, the relative abundance of each species occurring along the terrestrial transects (same as those used for faunal inventories) and proposed access road causeway will be assessed. Plant species will be visually scored as follows: A-abundant, C-common, O-occasional, U-uncommon, or R-rare.
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Draft g of ase maps. AMEC field crews will be
: s. AMEC field crews will b nt species identifications for the project.
entifications for the project ailable, will be used to identify land cover types ed to identify land cover types le radius). This work will be done using a GIS que is work will be done using a GIS que n assessments will be performed within the project ts will be performed within th f current land cover on the project site and its imme over on the project site and its imm erformed to provide a more accurate tabulation of la e a more accurate tabulation reas that will be considered in this characterization be considered in this characterizatio ed Site d area ea eveloped Lands veloped Lands Agricultural Lands Agricultural Lands E: Riparian/Drainage Corridors E: Riparian/Drainage Corrido ualitative inventory of the site flora w ualitative inventory of the site flora will be docum ualitative inventory will, to the extent practi ualitative inventory will, to the exte on the Site (see data collection form on the Site (see data collection arying phenology (life cycles arying phenology (life cycle ctive condition necessa ctive condition necess performed to iden performed to ide urveys during urveys durin site. P site. P st


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan Particular attention will be given to identifying any listed (rare, threatened or endangered) species. Data recorded will be maintained by date and location and will be compiled into the final Site flora inventory.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 19 Revision A October 13, 2011 Particular attention will be given to identifying any listed (rare, threatened or endangered) species. Data recorded will be maintained by date and location and will be compiled into the final Site flora inventory.
Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the terres terrestrial vegetation assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application plication Project Environmental En E
Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the terrestrial vegetation assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
4.5.1.2 Avifauna Assessment Objectives The objectives the avifaunal (bird) survey are to:
4.5.1.2 Avifauna Assessment Objectives The objectives the avifaunal (bird) survey are to:
: 1. Characterize bird communities in the project vicinity and within the project site; and D  2. Provide a basis for evaluating project Methodology Avifaunal occurrence will be evaluated species that utilize the site and that ra ect effects due to construction ted by multiple of bird population trends and distribution.
: 1. Characterize bird communities in the project vicinity and within the project site; and
39.4 kilometers (24.5 miles) long. With route will be used ass a basis to report used to report relative ative abundances onstruction and operation.
: 2. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction and operation.
le methods to facilitate an invento e project vicinity.
Methodology Avifaunal occurrence will be evaluated by multiple methods to facilitate an inventory of bird species that utilize the site and that occur in the project vicinity.
hat occur in the For the project vicinity, the North American Breeding Breedi ng Bird Survey (BBS) will eeding inventory o on. The typical survey unit is a roadside es of birds along the route.
For the project vicinity, the North American Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) will be a primary source of bird population trends and distribution. The typical survey unit is a roadside route, which is 39.4 kilometers (24.5 miles) long. With respect to the SHINE Site, the nearest established BBS route will be used as a basis to report long term trends within the region. Historical data will be used to report relative abundances of birds along the route.
To documentt seasonal avifaunal use within the project Vicinity, roadsi roads h respect to the SHINE Site, the nearest ne nea of bird w be a primary source route, which is established BBS region. Historical data will be port long term trends within the regio reg Vicinity one roadside survey route has ft been established Figure 4-1).
To document seasonal avifaunal use within the project Vicinity, one roadside survey route has been established and will be sampled seasonally using a modified BBS methodology (see Figure 4-1). Accordingly, two observers will stop at 0.8 kilometer (0.5 mile) intervals along an established route, and record all birds seen or heard at each stop during a three-minute sampling period. Data recorded at each stop will include habitat type, weather conditions, wind speed, bird species observed, and sex (see Appendix B). The route will be driven on two separate dates during each season (two different days).
: speed, lished and will be sampled seasonally blished                      seasonal using a modified
Characterization of avifaunal use of the Site will be performed using a qualitative meander approach. This method will be focused on deriving relative abundance information on avifauna within the site boundary. No density determinations will be made.
        -1). Accordingly, two observers will stop at established ate dates during each season (two different Characterization zation of avifaunal use of th approach. Thishis method will be focused within the site boundary.
Weather: When conducting a transect survey, general climatic conditions will be recorded such as wind intensity (estimate its strength: calm, light air, light breeze, gentle breeze, moderate breeze, fresh breeze), temperature (Fahrenheit), and estimate percent of cloud cover (e.g.,
ducting a transect as wind intensity (estimate breeze, fresh breeze), temperature mp tran tra differen days).
mo a 0.8 kilometer kilo BBS methodology (see (0.5 mile) intervals along an ished route, and record all birds seen or heard at each stop during a three-minute blished sampling mpling period. Data recorded at each stop will include ed, bird species observed, and sex (see separate
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inc Appendix Appen habitat type, weather conditions, wind B). The route will be driven on two the Site will be performed using a qualitative meander focuse on deriving relative abundance information on avifauna oundary. No density determinations Weather: When conducting d              will be made.
survey, general climatic conditions will be recorded such ate its sstrength: calm, light air, light breeze, gentle breeze, moderate (Fahrenheit), and estimate percent of cloud cover (e.g.,
50 percent cloud cover). This is important because climatic variables are known to affect bird activity. Bird counts will not be performed during heavy rains or extreme wind.
50 percent cloud cover). This is important because climatic variables are known to affect bird activity. Bird counts will not be performed during heavy rains or extreme wind.
Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the avifauna assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the avifauna assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
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Draft for the terres the plication Project En plication Project E project vicinity and within the project site; and and within the project site; and ect effects due to construction and operation.
onstruction and operation.
ted by multiple methods to facilitate an inventory o le methods to facilitate an invento hat occur in the project vicinity.
e project vicinity.
North American Breedi eeding Bird Survey (BBS) will be ng Bird Survey (BBS) w and distribution. The typical survey unit is a roadsi on. The typical survey unit is a roads miles) long. With respect to the SHINE Site, the nea h respect to the SHINE Site, the ne s a basis to report long term trends within the regio port long term trends within the reg ative abundances of birds along the route.
es of birds along the route.
t seasonal avifaunal use within the project Vicinity, seasonal avifaunal use within the project Vicinity blished and will be sampled seasonal lished and will be sampled seasonally using a mo 4-1). Accordingly, two observers will stop at 0.8 kilo
-1). Accordingly, two observers will stop a blished route, and record all birds seen or heard at ished route, and record all birds seen or heard mpling period. Data recorded at each stop will inc mpling period. Data recorded at each stop will inc ed, bird species observed, and sex (see ed, bird species observed, and sex (
Appen ate dates during each season (two differen ate dates during each season (two zation of avifaunal use of the zation of avifaunal use of th his method will be focused his method will be focuse oundary. No density d oundary. No density ducting a tran ducting a tra ate its s ate its mp


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                       Environmental Report Work Plan 4.5.1.3 Faunal Assessment Objectives The specific objectives of the mammal surveys are as follows:
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 20 Revision A October 13, 2011 4.5.1.3 Faunal Assessment Objectives The specific objectives of the mammal surveys are as follows:
: 1. Characterize mammal communities in the project vicinity and d within withi the project site; and
: 1. Characterize mammal communities in the project vicinity and within the project site; and
: 2. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction ctio and operation.
: 2. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction and operation.
ruction Methodology Occurrence of the fauna (mammals, reptiles, amphibians) will be evaluated by multiple mult    methods to facilitate an inventory of mammal species that utilize the e site and that occur in the project p
Methodology Occurrence of the fauna (mammals, reptiles, amphibians) will be evaluated by multiple methods to facilitate an inventory of mammal species that utilize the site and that occur in the project vicinity.
vicinity.
Recorded range and distributional records will be used to compile a list of species historically known to occur in the project vicinity. Coordination will be conducted with regional WDNR staff to validate the species included on the project vicinity lists.
Recorded range and distributional records will be e used to compile mpile a list of species historically known to occur in the project vicinity. Coordination nation will be conducted onducted with regional WDNR staffstaf D
Records will be obtained from WDNR for game and furbearing species to tabulate relative harvest rates from the region to establish general context information for each species.
to validate the species included on the project harvest rates from the region to establish Recorded occurrences of uncommon ra In addition, roadside survey vicinity will also be used bases.
Recorded occurrences of uncommon species will also be obtained through consultation with NJDEP or review of state databases.
ey routes used ect vicinity lists.
In addition, roadside survey routes used for characterizing avifauna within the project site and vicinity will also be used to record faunal presence in the project area. Specifically, any road kills observed along the roadside while conducting bird surveys will be recorded and tabulated.
Records will be obtained from WDNR for game and ablish general d furbearing species to tabulate tabul ed for characterizing avifauna within th d to record faunal nal presence in the project area. S kills observed along the roadside while conducting Characterization co        bird rd surveys will be relative relativ al context information for each species species.
Characterization of faunal use of the SHINE site will be performed by direct and indirect observational methods (see Appendix B). Indirect methods will include recording species presence based on signs including tracks, scat, nests, or other indicated evidence (e.g., road kills). Indirect evidence will be recorded during all field faunal and vegetation inventories.
spe mon species will also be obtained through consultation NJDEP or review of state databases.
In addition to these indirect methods, seasonal pedestrian surveys will be conducted on the site using a qualitative meandering approach (see Figure 4-1). Results of pedestrian surveys will be documented in field notebooks.
consul consulta      with Specifically, any road Sp tthe project site and b recorded and tabulated.
When conducting a survey, general climatic conditions will be recorded such as wind intensity (estimate its strength: no wind, slight, gusty, strong wind), temperature (Fahrenheit), and estimate percent of cloud cover (e.g., 50 percent cloud cover).
n off faunal use of the SHINE site will be performed by direct and indirect observationall methods (see Appendix B). Indirect methods will   wi include recording species ft presence based ased on signs including tracks, scat, nests, or other kills). Indirect ddition to these indirect methods, seasonal pedestrian using i field notebooks.
A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the mammal assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
When conducting ducting a survey, general climatic clim (estimate its strength: no wind, slight, gusty, estimate percentnt of cloud cover (e.g., 5 A separate individualal report will not will be included in the SHINE N 3.5, Ecology.
Draft d withi ruction and ctio will be evaluated by mult will be evaluated by the site and that occur in the p e site and that occur in e used to compile a list of species historically mpile a list of species historically nation will be conducted with regional WDNR staff onducted with regional WDNR staf ect vicinity lists.
pedes pede ng a qualitative meandering approach (see Figu documented mented in oth indicated evidence (e.g., road direct evidence will be recorded during all field fau ndirect In addition faunal and vegetation inventories.
for game and furbearing species to tabulate relativ d furbearing species to tabul ablish general context information for each species al context information for each spe mon species will also be obtained through consulta will also be obtained through consul bases.
surveys will be conducted on the site Figure 4-1). Results of pedestrian surveys will be conditions will be recorded such as wind intensity gus strong wind), temperature (Fahrenheit), and g
ey routes used for characterizing avifauna within th ed for characterizing avifauna within t d to record faunal presence in the project area. Sp nal presence in the project area. S the roadside while conducting while co bird surveys will be rd surveys will b n of faunal use of the SHINE site will be performed f faunal use of the SHINE site will be performed l methods (see Appendix B). Indirect methods will methods (see Appendix B). Indirect methods wi based on signs including tracks, scat, nests, or oth ased on signs including tracks, scat, ndirect evidence will be recorded during all field fau direct evidence will be recorded during all addition to these indirect methods, seasonal pedes ddition to these indirect methods, seasonal pede ng a qualitative meandering approach (see Figu ng a qualitative meandering approach (see Figu mented in field notebooks.
50 percent cloud cover).
mented i ducting a survey, general climatic ducting a survey, general clim strength: no wind, slight, gus strength: no wind, slight, g nt of cloud cover (e.g., 5 nt of cloud cover (e.g.,
no be written. Rather, reporting for the mammal assessment n
al report will no al report will n SHINE N SHINE N
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan 4.5.1.4 Waters of the United States Delineation and Mapping Objectives The objective of the Clean Water Act (CWA) is to maintain and restore the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the waters of the United States. Section 404 of the CWA authorizes the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to is      permits for the issue pe discharge of dredged or fill material into the waters of the United ed        including wetlands.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 21 Revision A October 13, 2011 4.5.1.4 Waters of the United States Delineation and Mapping Objectives The objective of the Clean Water Act (CWA) is to maintain and restore the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the waters of the United States. Section 404 of the CWA authorizes the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to issue permits for the discharge of dredged or fill material into the waters of the United States, including wetlands.
d States, includ Methodology The USACE issued the Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation ineation Manuall in Jan January of o 1987 to provide the methodology to determine whether a given en area ea is a wetland for purposes purpos of CWA Section 404 compliance. The 1987 Manual is the generally accepted guidance docum            for document fo making wetland determinations. The State of New Jersey however, owever, has adopted the Federal D
Methodology The USACE issued the Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual in January of 1987 to provide the methodology to determine whether a given area is a wetland for purposes of CWA Section 404 compliance. The 1987 Manual is the generally accepted guidance document for making wetland determinations. The State of New Jersey however, has adopted the Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands (Federal Interagency Committee for Wetland Delineation, 1989) (hereafter referred to as the 1989 Manual) for use as the guiding document in identifying and mapping wetlands within the State. Accordingly, the 1989 Manual will be the guiding document to be used on SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project.
Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional dictional Wetlands ds (Federal Interagency Committee for Wetland Delineation, 1989) (hereafter referred to as the 1989 Manual) anual) for use as the guiding gui guid document in identifying and mapping wetlands etlands withinn the State. Accordingly, the t 1989 Manual Ma will be the guiding document to be used sed on SHINE E NRC Licensing Application Project.
Wetlands are defined as those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions.
P Wetlands are defined as those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or     o ground ra water at a frequency and duration hydrophytic vegetation, wetland.
Wetlands have general diagnostic characteristics with regard to each of three parameters:
ft The following Initial the ration sufficient to support, and under normal support, a prevalence of vegetation egetation typically al activities required in support of a defensible wetland e acquisition and review of all available information x National Wetland Inventory maps x U.S.. Geological Survey topograp x Natural x NRCS lists x NRCS Food availabl m maps; mapping, topographic maps; al Resources Conservation wet we norma circumstances circum ically adapted for life in saturated soil Wetlands have general diagnostic characteristics so conditions.
hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soil and wetland hydrology. According to the 1989 Manual, characteristics of three wetland parameters are used in order for the site to be considered a wetland.
aracteristics with regard to each of three th on, hydric soil and wetland hydrology. According to the 1989 Manual, characteristics of three hree wetland parameters are used in order for the site to be considered a ng represents the approach for the identification id wetlandss using the Routine On-Site Investigation Approach A
The following represents the approach for the identification and delineation of project area wetlands using the Routine On-Site Investigation Approach of the 1989 Manual.
and delineation of project area a
Initial activities required in support of a defensible wetland determination and delineation include the acquisition and review of all available mapping, hydrologic, and soils data. Typical information considered during this initial review process includes the following:
of the 1989 Manual.
x National Wetland Inventory maps; x
do parameters:
U.S. Geological Survey topographic maps; x
determination and delineation include g hydrologic, and soils data. Typical apping, mation considered during this initial review process p        includes the following:
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) soil survey mapping; x
Conservatio Service (NRCS) soil survey mapping; ts of hydric soils; d Security Act wetland w      mapping; x Federal Emergency gency Management Man Ma              Agency Flood Insurance Rate Maps; x Detailed topographic phic mapping m        (1-2 contour intervals); and x Current aerial photography (1=400, prefer digital).
NRCS lists of hydric soils; x
Stream Identification The field determination of streams as jurisdictional resources will be based upon the presence of an ordinary high water mark, bed and bank, and the presence of documented surface water connections to navigable waters of the United States. According to 33 CFR 328.3, the term ordinary high water mark (OHWM) means the line on the shore established by the fluctuations of water and indicated by physical characteristics such as clear, natural line impressed on the 21                                      Revision A October 13, 2011
NRCS Food Security Act wetland mapping; x
Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Maps; x
Detailed topographic mapping (1-2 contour intervals); and x
Current aerial photography (1=400, prefer digital).
Stream Identification The field determination of streams as jurisdictional resources will be based upon the presence of an ordinary high water mark, bed and bank, and the presence of documented surface water connections to navigable waters of the United States. According to 33 CFR 328.3, the term ordinary high water mark (OHWM) means the line on the shore established by the fluctuations of water and indicated by physical characteristics such as clear, natural line impressed on the Draft 404 of to issue pe is ed States, includ d States, includ Delineation Manual ineation Manual in January o in Jan l
en area is a wetland for purposes of ea is a wetland for purpos generally accepted guidance document fo accepted guidance docum New Jersey however, has adopted the owever, has adopted the Federal Federal dictional Wetlands ds (Federal Interagency Committee (Federal Interagency Committee referred to as the 1989 Manual) for use as the guid anual) for use as the gui etlands within the State. Accordingly, the 1989 Ma n the State. Accordingly, t sed on SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project.
E NRC Licensing Application P areas that are inundated or saturated by surface o inundated or saturated by surface ration sufficient to support, and under normal circum support, and under norma egetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil ically adapted for life in saturated so diagnostic characteristics with regard to each of th aracteristics with regard to each of th on, hydric soil and wetland hydrology. According to and wetland hydrology. According hree wetland parameters are used in order for the parameters are used in order for the ng represents the approach for the identification a ng represents the approach for the id s using the Routine On-Site Investigation Approach using the Routine On-Site Investigation A al activities required in support of a defensible wet al activities required in support of a defensible we e acquisition and review of all available m acquisition and review of all availabl
: apping, g
mation considered during this initial mation considered during this initial review p National Wetland Inventory maps; National Wetland Inventory maps
. Geological Survey topographic
. Geological Survey topograp al Resources Conservation al Resources Conservatio ts of hydric soils; ts of hydric soils; d Security Act w d Security Act w gency Man gency Ma phic m phic


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                     Environmental Report Work Plan bank, shelving, changes in the character of soil, destruction of terrestrial vegetation, the presence of litter and debris, or other appropriate means that consider the characteristics of the surrounding areas. In general, the OHWM for a stream will be determined through an eam channel. Water-examination of the recent physical evidence of surface flow in the stream s
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 22 Revision A October 13, 2011 bank, shelving, changes in the character of soil, destruction of terrestrial vegetation, the presence of litter and debris, or other appropriate means that consider the characteristics of the surrounding areas. In general, the OHWM for a stream will be determined through an examination of the recent physical evidence of surface flow in the stream channel. Water-courses that contain bed and bank and exhibit an OHWM will be classified as jurisdictional waters of the United States. Coordination with the USACE is typically necessary for all identified waters of the United States as the USACE will make final determinations on jurisdictional waters.
courses that contain bed and bank and exhibit an OHWM will be classified       a jurisdictional as ypically waters of the United States. Coordination with the USACE is typicallyally necessary necess      for all identified waters of the United States as the USACE will make e final determinations determinatio on jurisdictional waters.
Potential wetlands associated with the creeks and streams will be distinguished by field observations to determine the extent of adjacent wetlands (see Wetland Data Sheet, Appendix B). Vegetated areas located within stream channel boundaries will be considered part of the stream channel, and therefore, not adjacent wetlands.
eamss will be distinguished by Potential wetlands associated with the creeks and streams                         b field etlands (see Wetland Data Sheet, observations to determine the extent of adjacent wetlands                       Sheet ream channell boundaries will be considered part Appendix B). Vegetated areas located within stream                                         p acent wetlands..
Streams and stream crossings will be photographed and documented to characterize the composition of the stream channel, stream width, and adjacent vegetation. GPS and aerial photographic interpretation will be used to determine impacted stream lengths. This information will be subsequently quantified using a geographical information system. A final quality control check will be performed to insure that the impacted stream estimated lengths are accurate.
of the stream channel, and therefore, not adjacent D
Wetland Identification Wetlands will be delineated in accordance with the Routine On-Site Investigation Approach of the 1987 Manual within the construction footprint of the new unit and the proposed access road corridor. Potential wetland areas will be considered jurisdictional wetlands if they have observable indicators that meet all three wetland criteria of:
Streams and stream crossings will be photographed composition of the stream channel, stream will be subsequently quantified using check will be performed to insure ra Wetland Identification Wetlands will be delineated the 1987 Manual within otographed and ream width, and photographic interpretation will be used ated in accordance corridor. Potentiall wetland areas observable indicators x hydrophytic d documented to characterize the nd adjacent vegetation. GPS sed to determine uction footprint of the new unit and the ors that meet all three wetland criteria of:
x hydrophytic vegetation x
cators phytic vegetation ophytic GP and aer mine impacted stream lengths. This sing a geographical Th in aerial information phical information system. A final quality ure that the impacted qua qu      control ar accurate.
hydric soils, and x
acted stream estimated lengths are ance with the Routine On-Site Investigation hin the construction Inves        Approach of th proposed access road wetlands if they have s will be considered jurisdictional we ft x hydric USACE dric soils, and x wetland hydrology In order for a wetland to be considered a jurisdiction Supreme reme Court decision in Solid Waste Agenc Further guidance
wetland hydrology In order for a wetland to be considered a jurisdictional water of the United States, the 2001 Supreme Court decision in Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) versus USACE requires that a wetland be hydrologically connected to a jurisdictional water of the U.S.
: v. United States.
Further guidance has been given subsequent to the 2006 Supreme Court decision in Rapanos
hydro uidance has been given subsequent ates. In accordance with the R jurisdiction over:
: v. United States. In accordance with the Rapanos decision, the USACE and USEPA will assert jurisdiction over:
x Traditionally navigable waters (TNW) and wetlands adjacent to TNWs; x
Waters that are not TNWs provided they are relatively permanent waters (i.e., it flows year-round, or at least seasonally, and includes wetlands adjacent to such water bodies if the wetlands directly abut the water body); and x
Waters that are neither TNWs nor relatively permanent waters provided that a significant nexus exists between the water (including adjacent wetlands) and a TNW.
Wetlands will be photographed, documented (vegetation, hydrology and soils) and classified according to the system of Cowardin et al. (1979). The boundary of the wetlands will be mapped with GPS and impacts quantified by GIS.
Draft eam classified a s
ypically necess ally necess e final determinatio e final determinatio eams will be distinguished by field s will be distinguished b etlands (see Wetland Data Sheet, (see Wetland Data Sheet ream channel boundaries will be considered p l boundaries will be considered acent wetlands..
otographed and documented to characterize the d documented to characterize the ream width, and adjacent vegetation. GPS and aer nd adjacent vegetation. GP sed to determine impacted stream lengths. This in mine impacted stream lengths. Th sing a geographical information system. A final qua phical information system. A final qu ure that the impacted stream estimated lengths are acted stream estimated lengths ar ated in accordance with the Routine On-Site Inves ance with the Routine On-Site Inves hin the construction footprint of the new unit and th uction footprint of the new unit and l wetland areas will be considered jurisdictional we s will be considered jurisdictional we cators that meet all three wetland criteria of:
ors that meet all three wetland criteria of:
ophytic vegetation phytic vegetation dric soils, and dric soils, and wetland hydrology wetland order for a wetland to be considered a jurisdictiona order for a wetland to be considered a jurisdiction reme Court decision in Solid Waste Agenc reme Court decision in Solid Waste y of E requires that a wetland be hydrological E requires that a wetland be hydro uidance has been given subsequen uidance has been given subseq ates. In accordance with the R ates. In accordance with the er:
er:
er:
x Traditionallyally navigable wate x Waters that are not TNWs jurisdictional water of the United States, the 2001 jurisdictiona Agency E requires that a wetland be hydrologically y of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) versus hydrological connected to a jurisdictional water of the U.S.
ally navigable water ally navigable wate are not TNW are not TNW r at leas r at leas and and
subsequen to the 2006 Supreme Court decision in Rapanos subseq Rapanos decision, the USACE and USEPA will assert waters (TNW) and wetlands adjacent to TNWs; water TNW provided they are relatively permanent waters (i.e., it flows year-round, orr at least leas seasonally, and includes wetlands adjacent to such water bodies if the wetlands and directly abut the water body); and x Waters that are neither TNWs nor relatively permanent waters provided that a significant nexus exists between the water (including adjacent wetlands) and a TNW.
Wetlands will be photographed, documented (vegetation, hydrology and soils) and classified according to the system of Cowardin et al. (1979). The boundary of the wetlands will be mapped with GPS and impacts quantified by GIS.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan The wetlands within a given study area will be identified and illustrated using appropriate mapping and graphics. Cultivated palustrine emergent wetlands (i.e., farmed wetlands) will also be shown on NRCS wetland inventory.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 23 Revision A October 13, 2011 The wetlands within a given study area will be identified and illustrated using appropriate mapping and graphics. Cultivated palustrine emergent wetlands (i.e., farmed wetlands) will also be shown on NRCS wetland inventory.
Reporting A separate individual Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination Report eport rt will w be written w      to document waters of the United States on the project site. Information from om the PJD will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
Reporting A separate individual Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination Report will be written to document waters of the United States on the project site. Information from the PJD will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
E Eco 4.5.1.5 Important Species/Natural Areas Assessment     mentt NUREG-1555 (NRC, 1999) defines important species     ies as: (1) species listed or proposed propo    for fo listing as threatened, endangered, candidate, orr of concern in n 50 CFR 17.11 and 50 CFR 17.12 17.
4.5.1.5 Important Species/Natural Areas Assessment NUREG-1555 (NRC, 1999) defines important species as: (1) species listed or proposed for listing as threatened, endangered, candidate, or of concern in 50 CFR 17.11 and 50 CFR 17.12 (CFR, 2007a), by the USFWS, or the state in which the project is located; (2) commercially or recreationally valuable species; (3) species essential to the maintenance and survival of rare or commercially or recreationally valuable species; (4) species critical to the structure and function of local terrestrial ecosystems; or (5) species that could serve as biological indicators of effects on local terrestrial ecosystems. Important Species potentially occurring within the site boundary and its vicinity will also be evaluated.
(CFR, 2007a), by the USFWS, or the state in which the project ect is located; (2) commercially or D
Consultation will be conducted with the WDNR (Natural Heritage Program) and USFWS to identify natural areas and species of concern. Furthermore, field observations of rare, threatened and endangered species will be performed in conjunction with other planned field inventories for mammals, birds, herpetofauna, terrestrial vegetation and aquatic biota. Any rare, threatened and endangered species observed as part of the field studies will be photographed, their locations recorded, and the number of individuals will be recorded.
recreationally valuable species; (3) speciess essential to the maintenance and survival of rare or commercially or recreationally valuable species; (4) species on local terrestrial ecosystems. Important ra Consultation will be conducted identify natural areas and threatened and endangered threatened and endangered portant Species and its vicinity will also be evaluated.
A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the Important Species and Natural Areas Assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 2.4, Ecology.
ated.
4.5.2 Aquatic Ecology 4.5.2.1 Adult/Juvenile Fish Community Characterization Objectives The objective of the adult and juvenile fish community is to: characterize typical communities in ponds, small streams, and rivers on the Site and in the Vicinity establish baseline conditions and evaluate project effects.
ted with the WDNR pecies critical to the structure DNR (Natural Heritage Program) and d species of concern. Furthermore, field observations ndangered species their locations recorded, st stru of local terrestrial ecosystems; or (5) species that could serve as biological indicators indic an USFWS to observatio of rare, observati and function gered species will be performed in conjunction with other planned field inventories for mammals, mals, birds, herpetofauna, erpetofauna, terrestrial vegetation a fun of effects es potentially occurring within the site boundary and aquatic biota. Any rare, an cies observed as part of the field studies recorded.
Field Fish supporting habitats are expected to be limited or absent on the SHINE Site. However, field surveys for adult and juvenile fish will be collected quarterly at two locations in the small streams that receive drainage from the Site. (see Figure 3-1). These include:
ecorded, and the number of individuals will be rec will be photographed, ft A separate Field e individual report will not be written. R Natural Areas Assessment will be included in the SHINE Environmental onmental Report, Section 2.4, Ecology.
ronmental 4.5.2 Aquati Aquatic Ecology 4.5.2.1 Adult/Juvenile Fish Commun Objectives Ec S
reporting for the Important Species and Rather, repor Community Characterization C
NRC N    Licensing Application Project The objective off the adult and juvenile fish community is to: characterize typical communities in ponds, small streams, ams, and rivers on the Site and in the Vicinity establish baseline conditions and evaluate project effects.
cts.
Fish supporting habitats are expected to be limited or absent on the SHINE Site. However, field surveys for adult and juvenile fish will be collected quarterly at two locations in the small streams that receive drainage from the Site. (see Figure 3-1). These include:
Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the Rock River.
Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the Rock River.
Fish will be collected by seining, (6-foot by 6-foot) seine or dip nets will be used to collect fish.
Fish will be collected by seining, (6-foot by 6-foot) seine or dip nets will be used to collect fish.
Fish sampling stations will be marked using a GPS receiver and depths will be recorded.
Fish sampling stations will be marked using a GPS receiver and depths will be recorded.
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Draft eport will be w rt w om the PJD will be om the PJD will be Report, Section 3.5, Eco Report, Section 3.5, E ment t ies as: (1) species listed or proposed fo (1) species listed or propo r of concern in 50 CFR 17.11 and 50 CFR 17.
n 50 CFR 17.11 and 50 CFR 17.
which the project is located; (2) commercially or ect is located; (2) commercially or s essential to the maintenance and survival of rare maintenance and survival of rare species; (4) species critical to the structure and fun pecies critical to the stru species that could serve as biological indicators of could serve as biological indic portant Species potentially occurring within the site es potentially occurring within the ated.
ted with the WDNR (Natural Heritage Program) an DNR (Natural Heritage Program) d species of concern. Furthermore, field observatio concern. Furthermore, field observati gered species will be performed in conjunction with will be performed in conjunction mals, birds, herpetofauna, terrestrial vegetation an erpetofauna, terrestrial vegetation a ndangered species observed as part of the field st cies observed as part of the field st recorded, and the number of individuals will be rec ecorded, and the number of individuals will be rec e individual report will not be written. Rather, repor e individual report will not be written. R Areas Assessment will be included in the SHINE N Areas Assessment will be included in the S ronmental Report, Section 2.4, Ecology.
onmental Report, Section 2.4, Ec Aquatic Ecology Aquati Adult/Juvenile Fish Community C Adult/Juvenile Fish Commun f the adult and juvenile f the adult and juvenile ams, and rivers on ams, and rivers on cts.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                           Environmental Report Work Plan All specimens will be identified. Fish will be identified to the lowest practical taxonomic level -
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 24 Revision A October 13, 2011 All specimens will be identified. Fish will be identified to the lowest practical taxonomic level -
typically species - and the first 20 individuals of each species will be counted, measured (total length or fork length for species with forked tails, in mm) and examined for external abnormalities. Other large aquatic organisms that may be encountered       red in i adult/juvenile fish apace surveys (e.g., snapping turtles, etc.) will also be measured by carapace a length.
typically species - and the first 20 individuals of each species will be counted, measured (total length or fork length for species with forked tails, in mm) and examined for external abnormalities. Other large aquatic organisms that may be encountered in adult/juvenile fish surveys (e.g., snapping turtles, etc.) will also be measured by carapace length. Except for reference specimens, fish will be processed immediately after sampling in an effort to return as many to the system alive as possible. Certain specimens (small individuals or those of questionable identity) will be preserved in 10 percent formalin and returned to the laboratory for processing. A reference collection of each species encountered in the study will be prepared and maintained. The exceptions will be species listed as threatened or endangered in Wisconsin or in the United States. Field data will be kept separate by gear type, sampling date, and station.
leng    Except for reference specimens, fish will be processed immediately after sampling   pling in an e effort to return as many to the system alive as possible. Certain specimens (small   mall individuals or those tth      of questionable identity) will be preserved in 10 percent formalinalin and returned to the t laboratory la        for ountered processing. A reference collection of each species encountered ntered in the study will wi be prepared pr and maintained. The exceptions will be species listed   d as threatened or endangered endangere in Wisconsin or in the United States. Field data will be kept separate eparate by gear type, sampling sam      date, d
Report and Data Analysis A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the aquatic ecology assessment will be included in an annual report submitted to WDNR in support of the scientific collecting permit and in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
and station.
4.5.2.2 Benthic Invertebrate Characterization Objectives The objectives the benthic macroinvertebrate surveys are to:
D Report and Data Analysis A separate individual report will not be written. Rather,, reporting for the aquatic assessment will be included in an annual 4.5.2.2 Benthic Invertebrate Objectives The objectives the benthic
: 1. Characterize typical communities in small creeks on the Site or in the Vicinity to establish baseline conditions and evaluate project effects.
: 1. Characterize nual report submitted collecting permit and in the SHINE NRC Licensing Section 3.5, Ecology.
Field Procedures Macroinvertebrate samples will be collected on two occasions (spring and fall) at the following locations as illustrated in Figure 3-1:
ra                        rate Characterization rization nthic macroinvertebrate vertebrate surveys are to:
Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the Rock River.
ze typical communities establish baseline conditions ons and evaluate project effects.
Benthic macroinvertebrates will be collected by petite ponar or Eckman dredge samplers. Two separate samples will be collected from each station in each survey period. A sample will consist of a single grab with the dredge. Samples will be sieved through a No. 35 (approximately 500 mesh) wash frame or sieve bucket, and will be preserved with 10 percent formalin. Samples will be placed in labeled (interior and exterior) 1 liter plastic jars and transported to the AMECs St. Louis laboratory.
aqua ecology bmitted to WDNR in support of the scientific sc Environmen Report, ng Application Project Environmental or in the Vicinity to munities in small creeks on the Site o ft Field Procedures edures dures Macroinvertebrate vertebrate ertebrate samples will be collected on two tw occasions occasio (spring and fall) at the following locations ns as illustrated in Figure 3-1:
Habitat data will also be collected at each sample location. Water depth, temperature, conductivity, and substrate characteristics will be recorded. A waypoint designation with a hand-held GPS instrument in latitude/longitude coordinates will be collected for all sample locations.
ons Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the Rock River.
Benthic hic macroinvertebrates will be collec collected by petite pe    ponar or Eckman dredge samplers. Two separate te samples will be collected from each station s        in each survey period. A sample will consist of a single grab with the dredge. Samples Sa        will be sieved through a No. 35 (approximately ely 500 mesh) wash frame fram oro sieve bucket, and will be preserved with 10 percent formalin. Samples ples will be placed in la labeled (interior and exterior) 1 liter plastic jars and lab transported to the AMECs St. Louis laboratory.
Habitat data will also be collected collecte at each sample location. Water depth, temperature, collect conductivity, and substrate   characteristics will be recorded. A waypoint designation with a te cch hand-held GPS instrument in latitude/longitude coordinates will be collected for all sample locations.
Laboratory Processing Upon arrival in the laboratory, samples will be assigned a project-specific code and a sample number in accordance with the Sample Log-In Procedures of Appendix C (Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure). Processing of samples will follow the procedures provided in Appendix D (Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure).
Laboratory Processing Upon arrival in the laboratory, samples will be assigned a project-specific code and a sample number in accordance with the Sample Log-In Procedures of Appendix C (Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure). Processing of samples will follow the procedures provided in Appendix D (Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure).
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sampling in an e pling in an mall individuals or th mall individuals or t alin and returned to the la alin and returned to t ountered in the study will be pr ntered in the study wi d as threatened or endangered in threatened or endangere be kept separate by gear type, sampling d eparate by gear type, sam written. Rather, reporting for the aquatic ecology
, reporting for the aqua nual report submitted to WDNR in support of the sc bmitted to WDNR in support NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental ng Application Project Environmen rate Characterization rization nthic macroinvertebrate surveys are to:
vertebrate surveys are ze typical communities in small creeks on the Site o munities in small creeks on the Site baseline conditions and evaluate project effects.
ons and evaluate project effects.
edures dures D
vertebrate samples will be collected on two occasio ertebrate samples will be collected on tw ons as illustrated in Figure 3-1:
ns as illustrated in Figure 3-1:
Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the hic macroinvertebrates will be collected hic macroinvertebrates will be collec by pe te samples will be collected from each s te samples will be collected from a single grab with the dredge. Sa a single grab with the dredge.
ely 500 mesh) wash frame o ely 500 mesh) wash fram ples will be placed in lab ples will be placed in la AMECs St. Louis AMECs St. Louis be collecte be collect te ch te c


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan In the laboratory, samples will be rinsed through a 500 mesh sieve to remove preservative and fine sediments. Large organic material not removed in the field will be rinsed and visually inspected. Samples will be sorted under a 10x magnifier lamp. Organisms will be separated from debris and placed in vials containing 80 percent isopropyl. One     e of the t vials will contain slide-mountable organisms (oligochaetes and Chironomidae), and         d the other othe will contain all other organisms. Samples will be sorted to a fixed-number target of 200 identifiable (i.e., not including damaged organisms or very early instars) organisms. ms. If over 250 organisms, organ orga        are anticipated to be in the sample, subsampling may be performed.ormed.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 25 Revision A October 13, 2011 In the laboratory, samples will be rinsed through a 500 mesh sieve to remove preservative and fine sediments. Large organic material not removed in the field will be rinsed and visually inspected. Samples will be sorted under a 10x magnifier lamp. Organisms will be separated from debris and placed in vials containing 80 percent isopropyl. One of the vials will contain slide-mountable organisms (oligochaetes and Chironomidae), and the other will contain all other organisms. Samples will be sorted to a fixed-number target of 200 identifiable (i.e., not including damaged organisms or very early instars) organisms. If over 250 organisms, are anticipated to be in the sample, subsampling may be performed. This procedure will be conducted using a gridded pan from which numbered grids will be randomly selected. However, if subsampling is used, the unpicked portion of the sample will be briefly (10 - 15 minutes) examined for large and/or rare taxa that may not have been encountered in the subsample.
rmed. This procedu procedure w will be conducted using a gridded pan from which numbered grids   ridss will be randomly selected.
Sorting efficiency will be monitored throughout the project. After samples are sorted, the debris will be placed back in the sample jar and retained until the sorter passes a quality control check.
sel        However, ample if subsampling is used, the unpicked portion of the sample   e will be briefly (10 - 15 mminute minutes) examined for large and/or rare taxa that may not have been                             subsample.
Organisms will be identified to the lowest practical taxon, typically genus, using keys in Merritt, Cummins, and Berg (2007) and other taxonomic literature for insects, Thorp and Covich (2002),
n encountered in the subsample subs Sorting efficiency will be monitored throughout the project. After                               debris fter samples are sorted, the debr will be placed back in the sample jar and retained ained until the sorter                             check.
and/or Pennak (1989) and other taxonomic literature for non-insects such as crustaceans and mollusks. Oligochaetes will be identified using Kathman and Brinkhurst (1998). A reference collection for the project will be prepared and maintained, and will be available for examination by agency personnel, or interested parties designated by SHINE.
orter passes a quality control check chec D
QA/QC Procedures In accordance with AMECs Ecology QA Procedures, 14 percent of each sorters completed samples will be checked for thoroughness. If less than 95 percent of the organisms were found by the sorter, the samples will be resorted and rechecked until at least 90 percent (overall) efficiency is achieved. Additionally, a project voucher collection shall be made containing specimens of all identified taxa. Voucher specimens shall be verified by a second taxonomist to ensure accuracy.
Organisms will be identified to the lowestt practical taxon, Cummins, and Berg (2007) and other taxonomic literature and/or Pennak (1989) and other taxonomic mollusks. Oligochaetes will be identified ra collection for the project will be by agency personnel, or interested QA/QC Procedures by the sorter, the he erested parties In accordance with AMECs Ecology hecked for thoroughness.
Additional Considerations Macroinvertebrate data will be summarized by calculating the following characteristics for each sample:
samples will be checked on, typically genus, using keys in Merritt, terature for insects, Thorp and xonomic literature ature for non-insects such as crustace es designated by SHINE.
x Abundance (Density for ponar samples) x Total richness; x
SHI ogy QA Procedures, 14 percent of ea oughness. If less than 95 percent o e
Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, and Trichoptera (EPT) richness; x
crustaceans crust dentified using Kathman and Brinkhurst (1998). A reference e prepared and maintained, and will be available for r
Shannon diversity; and x
M Me an Covich (2002),
Hilsenhoff biotic index.
and ffo examination each sorters completed of the organisms were found e samples will be resorted and rechecked until at least 90 percent (overall) efficiency is achieved. Additionally, a project          collection shall be made containing project voucher collectio ft specimenss of all identified taxa. Voucher specimens ensure accuracy.
Taxa richness will be calculated by counting all taxa, including those only encountered in the large and rare search. Likewise, EPT richness will be calculated by counting each taxon in these three orders, including those only encountered in the large and rare search. Biotic index values will be calculated using the formula:
accurac Additional ditional Considerations Macroinvertebrate croinvertebrate data will be summari sample:
BI = (XiTi/n) where Xi = number of individuals in taxon i, Ti = tolerance value of taxon i, and n = number of organisms in the sample. Tolerance values used for this calculation will be based on multiple Draft e of t d the othe 200 identifiable identifiable ms. If over 250 organ ms. If over 250 orga ormed. This procedure w rmed. This procedu rids will be randomly selected.
s will be randomly sel ample will be briefly (10 - 15 minute e will be briefly (10 - 15 m have been encountered in the subsample n encountered in the subs the project. After samples are sorted, the debr fter samples are sorted, the debr ained until the sorter passes a quality control check orter passes a quality control chec t practical taxon, typically genus, using keys in Me on, typically genus, using keys in M taxonomic literature for insects, Thorp and Covich terature for insects, Thorp an xonomic literature for non-insects such as crustace ature for non-insects such as crust dentified using Kathman and Brinkhurst (1998). A r Kathman and Brinkhurst (1998). A e prepared and maintained, and will be available fo maintained, and will be available f erested parties designated by SHINE.
es designated by SHI AMECs Ecology QA Procedures, 14 percent of ea ogy QA Procedures, 14 percent of e hecked for thoroughness. If less than 95 percent o oughness. If less than 95 percent o he samples will be resorted and rechecked until at e samples will be resorted and rechecked until at achieved. Additionally, a proj achieved. Additionally, a project voucher collectio ect s of all identified taxa. Voucher spec s of all identified taxa. Voucher specimens shall b im accuracy.
accurac ditional Considerations ditional D
croinvertebrate data will be summarized by ca croinvertebrate data will be summari e:
e:
e:
x Abundance x Totall richness; richnes x Ephemeroptera, otic index.
bundance (Density for ponar sample bundance (Density for ponar sa l richness; l richnes eroptera, Plecoptera, and eroptera, Plecoptera, an diversity; and diversity; and otic index.
Taxa richness will be calculated cula culate sample sa eroptera, Plecoptera, an x Shannon diversity; and x Hilsenhoff biotic specim summarized by ca bundance (Density for ponar samples) shall be b verified by a second taxonomist to calculating the following characteristics for each and Trichoptera (EPT) richness; by counting all taxa, including those only encountered in the large and rare search. Likewise, EPT richness will be calculated by counting each taxon in these three orders, including those only encountered in the large and rare search. Biotic index values will be calculated using the formula:
otic index.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                       Environmental Report Work Plan information sources. These include Hilsenhoff (1987), Lenat (1993) and Bode et al. (1996).
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 26 Revision A October 13, 2011 information sources. These include Hilsenhoff (1987), Lenat (1993) and Bode et al. (1996).
Tolerance values, and thus the biotic index, range from 0 to 10, with higher values indicating more pollution tolerance by the taxon or community. Finally, Shannon diversity index will be calculated using the formula:
Tolerance values, and thus the biotic index, range from 0 to 10, with higher values indicating more pollution tolerance by the taxon or community. Finally, Shannon diversity index will be calculated using the formula:
SDI = - (pi)(ln pi) where p = the proportion of the sample belonging to taxon i.. Sample characteristics characteristic characteri      will be compared between stations and between seasons. For stream tream samples, the data d    will wi be used to establish baseline conditions in and near the study area.
SDI = - (pi)(ln pi) where p = the proportion of the sample belonging to taxon i. Sample characteristics will be compared between stations and between seasons. For stream samples, the data will be used to establish baseline conditions in and near the study area.
a.
Vulnerable (pollution-intolerant) species that are encountered in samples will be noted.
Vulnerable (pollution-intolerant) species that are encountered ed in samples will be noted.
Additionally, a literature search of the results of other surveys conducted in the sampling area will be performed. State listed (threatened or endangered) species will likewise be noted.
noted Additionally, a literature search of the results off other surveyss conducted in the sampling area D
Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the aquatic ecology assessment will be included in an annual report submitted to WDNR in support of the scientific collecting permit and in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.
will be performed. State listed (threatened or endangered) species will likewise be noted.
4.5.3 References Bode, R.W., M.A. Novak, and L.E. Abele. 1996. Quality assurance work plan for biological stream monitoring in New York state. Unpublished report prepared for New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, ather, reporting for the aquatic ecology e
Hilsenhoff, W.L. 1987. An improved biotic index of organic stream pollution. Great Lakes Entomologist 20:31-39.
assessment will be included in an annual report ssubmitted ubmitted to WDNR in support of the scientific collecting permit and in the SHINE NE NRC Licensing                           Environmental Report, sing Application Project Environmen Environme ra Section 3.5, Ecology.
Kathman, R.D. and R.O. Brinkhurst. 1998. Guide to the freshwater oligochaetes of North America. Aquatic Resources Center, College Grove, TN. 264 pp.
4.5.3 References Bode, R.W., M.A. Novak, and L.E.
Lenat, D.R. 1993. A biotic index for the southeastern United States: derivation and list of tolerance values with criteria for assigning water quality ratings. Journal of the North American Benthological Society 12:279-290.
ft stream monitoring Department Hilsenhoff, Entomologist 20:31-39.
Merritt, R.W., K.W. Cummins, and M.L. Berg (eds.). 2007. An introduction to the aquatic insects of North America. 4th edition. Kendall/Hunt, Dubuque, IA.
: Kathman, E. Abele. 1996. Quality assurance w oring in New York state. Unpublished report p ment of Environmental Conservation.
Pennak, R.W. 1989. Freshwater invertebrates of the United States - Protozoa to Mollusca, 3rd edition. John Wiley & Sons, New York. 628 pp.
rtment                  Conse ff, W.L. 1987. An improved biotic index of organic off, work plan for biological prepared for New York State organi stream pollution. Great Lakes hman, R.D. and R.O. Brinkhurst. 1998. Guide to the freshwater oligochaetes of North thman, America. Aquatic Resources Center, Lenat, D.R.
Ce    College Grove, TN. 264 pp.
Co R. 1993. A biotic index for the so tolerance Americann Benthological Socie southeastern United States: derivation and list of nce values with criteria for assigning a
Society 12:279-290.
Societ water quality ratings. Journal of the North Merritt, R.W., K.W. Cummins, an and M.L. Berg (eds.). 2007. An introduction to the aquatic America. 4th edition. Kendall/Hunt, Dubuque, IA.
insects of North Americ Ameri Pennak, R.W. 1989. Freshwater invertebrates of the United States - Protozoa to Mollusca, 3rd edition. John Wiley & Sons, New York. 628 pp.
Thorp, J.H. and A.P. Covich. 2001. Ecology and classification of North American freshwater invertebrates. Academic Press, San Diego, CA.
Thorp, J.H. and A.P. Covich. 2001. Ecology and classification of North American freshwater invertebrates. Academic Press, San Diego, CA.
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encountered in samples will be noted.
ed in samples will be noted f other surveys conducted in the sampling area s conducted in the sampling area or endangered) species will likewise be noted.
species will likewise be noted.
be written. Rather, reporting for the aquatic ecology ather, reporting for the aquatic e annual report ssubmitted to WDNR in support of the ubmitted to WDNR in support of NE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmen sing Application Project Environme Novak, and L.E. Abele. 1996. Quality assurance w E. Abele. 1996. Quality assurance monitoring in New York state. Unpublished report p oring in New York state. Unpublished report p rtment of Environmental Conservation.
ment of Environmental Conse off, W.L. 1987. An improved biotic index of organi ff, W.L. 1987. An improved biotic index Entomologist 20:31-39.
Entomologist 20:31-39.
thman, R.D. and R.O. Brinkhurst. 1998. Guide hman, R.D. and R.O. Brinkhurst. 1998. Guide America. Aquatic Resources Center, Co America. Aquatic Resources Ce R. 1993. A biotic index for the so R. 1993. A biotic index for the nce values with criteria for a nce values with criteria for n Benthological Societ n Benthological Socie Cummins, an Cummins, an Americ Ameri


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                           Environmental Report Work Plan 5.0 Historic and Cultural Resources 5.1     Objectives e
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 27 Revision A October 13, 2011 5.0 Historic and Cultural Resources 5.1 Objectives The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent procedure to perform historical and cultural resources investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application at Rock County, Janesville, Wisconsin (see Figure 1-1).
The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent procedure to perform historical and cultural resources investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction n with the t SHINE NRC Licensing Application at Rock County, Janesville, Wisconsin (see e Figure gu 1-1).
5.2 Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to all historic properties investigations performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project documentation requirements. Historic properties inventory work to be performed is required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects.
1-1 5.2     Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to all historic propertieses investigations nvestigations performe performed by AAMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to o the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Applicat A
Information collected from field work will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches and consultation to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to historic resources. Such information will include the following:
Project documentation requirements. Historic properties operties inventory ventory work to be performed perform is required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental D
x Description of known archaeological and cultural resources conducted in the vicinity of the proposed action and provide an overview of the area's cultural history, including summaries of historical and cultural resource surveys conducted in the area and the types of resources discovered; x
conditions of the project vicinity and site, and d in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects.
Summarized results of archaeological or historical surveys conducted at the proposed site, including the following:
Information collected from field work will be used to supplement that developed through   t        map analysis/internet searches and consultation nsultation to support upport the characterization and assessment asse ass          of impacts to historic resources. Such information     n will include the following:
o Map and description of the physical extent of the survey, and/or the area of potential effect (APE). If the entire site was not surveyed, the basis for the limited survey is needed; o Brief description of the survey techniques used to conduct the survey; o Qualifications of the surveyors; and, o Survey findings in sufficient detail to permit an assessment of the potential impact of the proposed action on archaeological and historic resources; x
followi ra x Description of known archaeological and ft the proposed action x Summarized site, including on and provide summaries of historical types of resources urces discovered; ding the following:
Description of any reconnaissance or pedestrian surveys of the proposed site, and consultation efforts with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), American Indian Tribe(s), and/or members of the public used to assess the presence of historic and cultural resources within the APE; x
luding red; ed results of archaeological chaeolog o Map and description of the physical phy potential effect (APE). If the entir survey is needed; nd cultural resources conducted o Brief description of the survey techniq o Qualifications of the x Description escription of any reconnaissance consultation Tribe(s),), and/or members of the cultural resources esources within the APE; x List of cultural A
List of cultural and historic properties located within the proposed site or within the APE (These properties are included in State or local registers or inventories of historic and archaeological resources. Guidance can be found on the U.S. National Park Service website at http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/publications);
ac or historical was entire site wa condu de an overview of the area's cultural h storical and cultural ultural resource surveys conducted in rical surveys conducted historical extent extent off the co c
x A statement of the significance or importance of each cultural resource potentially affected; and, x
in i the vicinity of history, including i the area and the at the proposed th survey, and/or the area of not surveyed, the basis for the limited s no techniques used to conduct the survey; technique he surveyors; and, o Survey findings in sufficient impact of the proposed ufficie detail to permit an assessment of the potential ed action   on archaeological and historic resources; reconnaissanc or pedestrian surveys of the proposed site, and sultation efforts with the Stat State HHistoric Preservation Office (SHPO), American Indian th public used to assess the presence of historic and al and historic properties located within the proposed site or within the APE (These properties         included in State or local registers or inventories of historic and ies are in archaeological resources.
Comments from SHPO, Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO), or any organizations and individuals contacted by the applicant/licensee who provided significant information concerning the location of cultural and historic properties.
sou sour      Guidance can be found on the U.S. National Park Service website at http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/publications);
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x A statement of the significance or importance of each cultural resource potentially affected; and, x Comments from SHPO, Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO), or any organizations and individuals contacted by the applicant/licensee who provided significant information concerning the location of cultural and historic properties.
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5.4     Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NUREG 1555, several   everal other regulatory regula    drivers are applicable to this section. The responsibility for protection of historic properties has also been assigned to the HPO in accordance with Section 106 of the       e National Historic Preservation Preserva P              Act of 1966. The baseline data collected in these studies will ill also so be utilized to support potential potent future construction and operational activities and too address ss the concerns of the many man agencies age lations.
5.4 Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NUREG 1555, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section. The responsibility for protection of historic properties has also been assigned to the HPO in accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. The baseline data collected in these studies will also be utilized to support potential future construction and operational activities and to address the concerns of the many agencies and insure compliance with these laws and regulations.
and insure compliance with these laws and regulations.
5.5 Site and Vicinity Boundary In this study element the site boundary definition outlined in Chapter 1 will be used. The site boundary generally coincides with properties currently owned by SHINE, LLC. However, as required by NUREG-1555 part 2.5.3 a description of historic properties will be required within a radius of 10 miles of the site.
D 5.5     Site and Vicinity Boundary In this study element the site boundaryy definition outlined required by NUREG-1555 part 2.5.3 radius of 10 miles of the site.
5.6 Historic Properties Assessment 5.6.1 Background Research and the Site Location Model AMEC will conduct a background literature search prior to any fieldwork. Previously identified archaeological sites and National Register historic properties will be identified within a 10 mile radius of the plant location. This information will be used to produce a Site Location Model (SLM). The SLM will be constructed from information gleaned from the background research including (but not limited to) cultural resource reports on file at the HPO, National Register Files, aerial photographs, and local county histories.
ra 5.6 AMEC will conduct 5.3 a description ties Assessment Historic Properties 5.6.1 Background Research and ct a background ment utlined in Chapter 1 will be used.
5.6.2 Phase I Survey Methods Field Methodology Phase I survey methodology will be consistent with the methodology established by the Wisconsin SHPO for conducting Phase I surveys. Specific methodology will be determined following consultation with the SHPO. However, field investigations are expected to include visual assessment and shovel testing to identify potential unrecorded sites.
rently owned by SHINE, LLC. However, boundary generally coincides with properties currently d the Site Location Model Mod d literature search prior to any fieldwork.
Accessible areas on the site that exhibit sufficient surface visibility will be examined by pedestrian survey. If sites are identified during the pedestrian survey, horizontal boundaries will be mapped and recorded. Shovel test pits (STPs) will be excavated within the site to determine if the vertical distribution of artifacts extends below the plow zone.
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Laboratory Analysis Artifacts will be washed and air dried and placed in archival bags with permanent provenience designation and listed in an artifact inventory. Artifact analysis will focus on attributes that can define site chronology, cultural affiliation and function. Each artifact will be entered into an Draft everal other regula everal other regula of historic properties has of historic properties the National Historic Preserva e National Historic P ill also be utilized to support potent so be utilized to support o address the concerns of the many age ss the concerns of the man lations.
Ho The site Howev as ion of historic properties will be required requi requ    within a Previously identified archaeological sites and National Register historic properties will be identified within a 10 mile ft e plant location. This information will radius of the                                    w be used to pro produce a Site Location Model (SLM). Thehe SLM will be constructed from information inform      glean from the background research gleaned ng (but not limited to) cultural resource report including                                          reports on ffile at the HPO, National Register Files, al photographs, and local county histories.
y definition outlined in Chapter 1 will be used. The utlined in Chapter 1 will be u properties currently owned by SHINE, LLC. Howev rently owned by SHINE, LLC. Ho 5.3 a description of historic properties will be requi ion of historic properties will be requ ties Assessment ment Research and the Site Location Model d the Site Location Mod ct a background literature search prior to any fieldw d literature search prior to any fieldw sites and National Register historic properties will sites and National Register historic properties will e plant location. This information will be used to pro plant location. This information w The SLM will be constructed from information glean he SLM will be constructed from inform ng (but not limited to) cultural resource reports on f ng (but not limited to) cultural resource report al photographs, and local county histories.
aerial 5.6.22    Phase I Survey Methods ethodol ethodology Field Methodology Phase I survey urvey methodology will be consistent consiste with the methodology established by the con Wisconsin SHPO HPO for conducting Phase I surveys. Specific methodology will be determined following consultation           SHPO. However, field investigations are expected to include ltation with the SHPO visual assessmentt and shovel testing testi to identify potential unrecorded sites.
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testin Accessible areas on the   e site that tha exhibit sufficient surface visibility will be examined by th pedestrian survey. If sitess area identified during the pedestrian survey, horizontal boundaries will be mapped and recorded. Shovel test pits (STPs) will be excavated within the site to determine if the vertical distribution of artifacts extends below the plow zone.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan artifact access database with each artifact assemblage described and manipulated by site and presented in tabular format in the draft and final reports.
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Reporting A Draft Report will be prepared following the guidelines for Phase I Reports as outlined by the Wisconsin SHPO. The Draft Report will include the results of the background research, a discussion of the culture history of the area, field and laboratory methodology, hodo        descriptions of sites, any re-visitation of previously identified sites, the National Register egister g      eligibility el recommendation for each site, and an assessment of projects effects         fo each site. Site maps, ts for project maps, photographs of each site and an artifact database   ase will be included with the Draft Report. The Draft Report will be submitted by the client forr review by the Wisconsin Wisco      SHPO.
Reporting A Draft Report will be prepared following the guidelines for Phase I Reports as outlined by the Wisconsin SHPO. The Draft Report will include the results of the background research, a discussion of the culture history of the area, field and laboratory methodology, descriptions of sites, any re-visitation of previously identified sites, the National Register eligibility recommendation for each site, and an assessment of projects effects for each site. Site maps, project maps, photographs of each site and an artifact database will be included with the Draft Report. The Draft Report will be submitted by the client for review by the Wisconsin SHPO.
Agency comments will be included in the Final Reportt thatt will be submitted upon the completion of the Draft Report review process and results will also be incorporated into i  the ER.
Agency comments will be included in the Final Report that will be submitted upon the completion of the Draft Report review process and results will also be incorporated into the ER.
D 5.7   References U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 1999. NUREG-1555:
5.7 References U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 1999. NUREG-1555: Environmental Standard Review Plan. Standard Review Plans for Environmental Reviews for Nuclear Power Plants.
EG-1555: Environmental Standard R Review Plan. Standard Review Plans s for Environmental mental Reviews for Nuclear P    P Power Plants.
Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation. Washington, DC. 1137 pp.
Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation. Washington, DC. 1137 11 pp.
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effects for each ts fo ase will be included ase will be included r review by the Wisconsin review by the Wisco t that will be submitted upon the t will be submitted upon results will also be incorporated into the will also be incorporated i 1999. NUREG-1555: Environmental Standard R EG-1555: Environmental s for Environmental Reviews for Nuclear Power P mental Reviews for Nuclear P Regulation. Washington, DC. 1137 pp.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                           Environmental Report Work Plan Sample Custody Scope and Applicability The Chain of Custody procedures will be followed whenever samples are transported to a laboratory for processing and analysis.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan A-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Sample Custody Scope and Applicability The Chain of Custody procedures will be followed whenever samples are transported to a laboratory for processing and analysis.
Chain of Custody Form The Chain of Custody (COC) Form (Figure A-1) documents the custody       ustody o transfer tra      of samples from the sampler to another person, to the courier, or to/from a designated         project laboratory.
Chain of Custody Form The Chain of Custody (COC) Form (Figure A-1) documents the custody transfer of samples from the sampler to another person, to the courier, or to/from a designated project laboratory.
gnated pro pr The chain of custody form will be filled out in ink, signed or initialed, nitialed, and dated. No erasures should be made. If an incorrect entry is made, the information   tion will be crossed o out with w a single strike mark that is signed or initialed and dated by the sampler.
The chain of custody form will be filled out in ink, signed or initialed, and dated. No erasures should be made. If an incorrect entry is made, the information will be crossed out with a single strike mark that is signed or initialed and dated by the sampler. The chain of custody form will be completed to include date and time of sample, number of containers submitted, collectors initials, and any comments regarding sample condition. The chain of custody form requires appropriate signatures for the sample cooler preparer and the individual relinquishing sample custody to the courier. Information required on the custody form includes the following:
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The signatures of all individuals that retain the custody of the samples are required to maintain a continuous chain of custody from field collection through laboratory processing. The signatures, dates and times of relinquishment and receiving are required as follows:
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                             Environmental Report Work Plan Sample Packaging and Shipment The following sample packaging and shipment procedures are to ensure that the samples will arrive at the laboratory with the chain-of-custody and sample bags intact.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan A-5 Revision A October 13, 2011 Sample Packaging and Shipment The following sample packaging and shipment procedures are to ensure that the samples will arrive at the laboratory with the chain-of-custody and sample bags intact.
: a. The field sampler will be personally responsible for the care and custody of the samples until they are transferred or properly dispatched.
: a. The field sampler will be personally responsible for the care and custody of the samples until they are transferred or properly dispatched.
: b. Sample containers will be identified by use of sample labels       els with wit sampling sam        location (PLANT NAME Plant), AMEC Project Number, collection       ction tion method, date and time of collection, the collectors initials, and the number of sample containers.
: b. Sample containers will be identified by use of sample labels with sampling location (PLANT NAME Plant), AMEC Project Number, collection method, date and time of collection, the collectors initials, and the number of sample containers.
: c. Sample labels will be completed using waterproof       of ink unless prohibited by weather wea nformation mation will be crossed o conditions. If an incorrect entry is made, the information                         out with a single strike mark that is signed or initialed and dated ated by the he sampler.
: c. Sample labels will be completed using waterproof ink unless prohibited by weather conditions. If an incorrect entry is made, the information will be crossed out with a single strike mark that is signed or initialed and dated by the sampler.
: d. Samples will be accompanied by a properly       erly completedd chain-of-custody form that th contains the associated sample information. mation. When transferring the possession of Dra samples, the individuals relinquishing the form.
: d. Samples will be accompanied by a properly completed chain-of-custody form that contains the associated sample information. When transferring the possession of samples, the individuals relinquishing and receiving will sign, date, and note the time on the form.
: e. Sample bags will be placed in bags/specimens remain preserved material such as Styrofoam the sampling bags are
: e. Sample bags will be placed in a sample cooler along with enough ice to ensure that the bags/specimens remain preserved and do not get damaged. Additional insulation material such as Styrofoam peanuts or additional bubble pack may be used to ensure the sampling bags are secure or fill any remaining void space in the sample cooler.
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Sample cooler lids will be securely closed and taped across with custody tape (placed on the front right and rear left of the cooler lid). The sample cooler will then be sealed shut with shipping tape to ensure the cooler doesnt open during shipment to the AMEC Laboratory. If the cooler has a drain, ensure that it has been closed and taped over for shipment.
s will be securely ng and receiving willll sign, date, and note the time on n a sample cooler rely cclosed closed pping tape to ensure the cool ooler along with enough ice to ensure oam peanuts or additional bubble pack may be used e secure or fill anyy remaining void space in the th sam ed and taped across with custody ht and rear left of the cooler lid). The sample coole cooler er doesnt oesnt open during durin dur cus cu e
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519           Environmental Report Work Plan Appendix endix B Dra Field and Laboratory atory Data Sheets aboratory     Sheet She ft Revision A October 13, 2011
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Revision A October 13, 2011 Appendix B Field and Laboratory Data Sheets Draft endix BB aboratory Data Sheet atory Data She


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                             Environmental Report Work Plan Vegetation Monitoring Data Sheet Terrestrial Community:                                   Date:
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Vegetation Monitoring Data Sheet Terrestrial Community:
Transect #:                                         Personnel:
Date:
NDA ABUNDANCE       VEGETATION A-abundan A-abundant a               LAYER BOTANICAL NAME                        C-common
Transect #:
                                                            -com T-tree O-occasional occasional S-shrub U-uncommon H-herb R-rare rare Draft Comments:
Personnel:
B-1                                  Revision A October 13, 2011
BOTANICAL NAME ABUNDANCE A-abundant C-common O-occasional U-uncommon R-rare VEGETATION LAYER T-tree S-shrub H-herb Comments:
Draft NDA A-abundan a
C-common  
-com O-occasional occasional U-uncommon U-uncommon R-rare rare ft ftft ftft ftft ft afft aft afft aft afft af aff af aff af af raa raa Draa Draa Draa Dra Dr Dr Dr D


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                 Environmental Report Work Plan Aviformes Survey Data Sheet - Walking Survey (Transect)
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-2 Revision A October 13, 2011 Aviformes Survey Data Sheet - Walking Survey (Transect)
AMEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc.                         Page__ of __
AMEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc.
Page__ of __
Location:
Location:
Date:                                 Time:                                   Personnel:
Date:
ersonn Sky Code 0 - Few clouds 1 - Partly cloudy - scattered or variable sky 2 - Cloudy - cloudy or overcast 3 - Fog or smoke 4 - Drizzle or light rain (not affecting hearing ability) 5 - Snow 6 - Showers - showers affecting hearing abilityy - do not conduct ct survey D
Time:
Wind Speed: Beaufot Scale ra 0 - Calm - (<1 mph) smoke rises vertically 5 - Fresh Breeze - (>19 mph)
Personnel:
Site Name/No.: __________
Sky Code 0 - Few clouds 1 - Partly cloudy - scattered or variable sky 2 - Cloudy - cloudy or overcast 3 - Fog or smoke 4 - Drizzle or light rain (not affecting hearing ability) 5 - Snow 6 - Showers - showers affecting hearing ability - do not conduct survey Wind Speed: Beaufot Scale 0 - Calm - (<1 mph) smoke rises vertically 1 - Light Air - (1-3 mph) smoke drifts, weather vane inactive 2 - Light Breeze - (4-7 mph) leaves rustle, can feel wind on face 3 - Gentle Breeze - (8-12 mph) leaves and twigs move around, small flag extends 4 - Moderate Breeze - (13-18 mph) moves thin branches, raises loose papers 5 - Fresh Breeze - (>19 mph) small trees begin to sway Site Name/No.: __________ Time: __________ Temperature: __________
Wind Code: __________
Wind Code: __________ Sky Code: __________
Species cies ly 1 - Light Air - (1-3 mph) smoke drifts, weather vane inactive Time: __________
Species Male Female Juvenile Undifferentiated Total Draft ersonn t
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_ Time: __________ Temperature: __________
________ Temperature: __________
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Revision A October 13, 2011 Aviformes Survey Data Sheet - Roadside Survey AMEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc.
Page__ of __
Project #: 3250085298 Project Name: SHINE NRC Licensing Application Location:
Date:
Time:
Personnel:
Sky Code 0 - Few clouds 1 - Partly cloudy - scattered or variable sky 2 - Cloudy - cloudy or overcast 3 - Fog or smoke 4 - Drizzle or light rain (not affecting hearing ability) 5 - Snow 6 - Showers - showers affecting hearing ability - do not conduct survey Wind Speed: Beaufot Scale 0 - Calm - (<1 mph) smoke rises vertically 1 - Light Air - (1-3 mph) smoke drifts, weather vane inactive 2 - Light Breeze - (4-7 mph) leaves rustle, can feel wind on face 3 - Gentle Breeze - (8-12 mph) leaves and twigs move around, small flag extends 4 - Moderate Breeze - (13-18 mph) moves thin branches, raises loose papers 5 - Fresh Breeze - (>19 mph) small trees begin to sway Site Name/No.:
Temperature:
Wind Code:
Sky Code:
Sky Code:
de: __________
Male      Female active 2 - Light Breeze - (4-7 mph) leaves rustle, can feel wind on face 3 - Gentle Breeze - (8-12 mph) leaves eaves and twigs move around, small flag extends 4 - Moderate Breeze - (13-18 mph) moves thin branches, raises loose pa h) small trees begin    sway n to sw papers Temperature: __________
Juvenile        Undifferentiated  Total ft B-2                                        Revision A October 13, 2011
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                                              Environmental Report Work Plan Aviformes Survey Data Sheet - Roadside        oadside SurveySurve AMEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc.                                                                                                                        Page__ of __
Project #: 3250085298                                                            Project ct Name:
me: SHINE NRC Licensing Licensi Application App Location:                                                    Date:        Time:                            Personnel::
Personnel Sky Code Wind nd Speed:
peed: Beaufot Scale 0 - Few clouds 0 - Calm - (<1 mph) smoke rises vert vertically 1 - Partly cloudy - scattered or variable sky 1 - Light ight Air - (1-3 mph) smoke drifts, weather w        vane inac inactive 2 - Cloudy - cloudy or overcast 2 - Lightt Breeze - (4-7 mph) leaves rustle, can feel wwind on face 3 - Fog or smoke 3 - Gentle Breeze - (8-12 mph) leaves and twigs tw  move around, small flag extends m
4 - Drizzle or light rain (not affecting hearing ability) 4 - Moderate Breeze - (13-18 mph) moves thin branches, raises loose papers 5 - Snow 5 - Fresh Breeze - (>19 mph) small trees be begin to sway beg 6 - Showers - showers affecting hearing ability - do not conduct survey Site Name/No.:                                                            Temperature:
Temperatu                            Wind C Code:                      Sky Code:
Transect Stopping Points (1, 2, )
Transect Stopping Points (1, 2, )
1         2       3         4   5       6   7         8         9       10     11       12         13       14   15       16   Total
1 2
  % Landcover (grassland, forestland, wetland, tf cropland, bare, etc)
3 4
Species r              a 3                                                                           Revision A October 13, 2011 D
5 6
7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Total  
% Landcover (grassland, forestland, wetland, cropland, bare, etc)
Species Draftt oadside Surve oadside Surve ct Name:
me: SHINE NRC Licensing App SHINE NRC Licensi ft Personnel Personnel:
ftft survey nd Speed: Beaufot Scale peed: Beaufot Scale 0 - Calm - (<1 mph) smoke rises vertically smoke rises vert 1 - Light Air - (1-3 mph) smoke drifts, weather vane inac ight Air - (1-3 mph) smoke drifts, w 2 - Light Breeze - (4-7 mph) leaves rustle, can feel w t Breeze - (4-7 mph) leaves rustle, 3 - Gentle Breeze - (8-12 mph) leaves and twigs m
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Temperatu Wind C Wind af raf 5
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                         Environmental Report Work Plan DATA FORM ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION (1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-4 Revision A October 13, 2011 DATA FORM ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION (1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)
Project/Site:                                                                         Date:
Project/Site:
Applicant/Owner:                                                                     County:
Date:
y Investigator:                                                                         State:
Applicant/Owner:
ate:
County:
Do normal circumstances exist on the site?                       Yes     No         Community mm      ID ID:
Investigator:
Is the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation)?         Yes     No         Transect ID:
State:
Is the area a potential problem area?                             Yes     No         Plot ID:
Do normal circumstances exist on the site?
Yes No Community ID:
Is the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation)?
Yes No Transect ID:
Is the area a potential problem area?
Yes No Plot ID:
(If needed, explain on reverse)
(If needed, explain on reverse)
Remarks:
Remarks:
VEGETATION Dominant Plant Species                                                                           Stratum         Indicator Indicato D
VEGETATION Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator
1.
: 1.
2.
: 2.
3.
: 3.
4.
: 4.
5.
: 5.
ra 6.
: 6.
7.
: 7.
8.
: 8.
Percent of Dominant Species cies that are OBL, L, FACW, or FAC (excluding FAC-):
Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC (excluding FAC-):
Hydrophytic Vegetation?
Hydrophytic Vegetation?
n?                  Yes es        N No Remarks:
Yes No Remarks:
ft HYDROLOGY Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
HYDROLOGY Wetland Hydrology Indicators:
Recorded Data (describe in remarks):
Recorded Data (describe in remarks):
remark                            Primary P      Indicators Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge                               Inundated Aerial Photographs                                         Saturated in upper 12 inches Other                                                     Water Marks Drift Lines No Recorded Data Available                                         Sediment Deposits Drainage Patterns in Wetlands Field Observations:                                                       Secondary Indicators (2 or more required)
Primary Indicators Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge Inundated Aerial Photographs Saturated in upper 12 inches Other Water Marks Drift Lines No Recorded Data Available Sediment Deposits Drainage Patterns in Wetlands Field Observations:
Secondary Indicators (2 or more required)
Depth of Surface Water:
Depth of Surface Water:
ter:                          (in.)                   Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches Depth to Free Water in Pit:
(in.)
it:                    (in.)                     Water-Stained Leaves Depth to Saturated Soil:                       (in.)                     Local Soil Survey Data FAC-Neutral Test Wetland Hydrology?                             Yes         No                 Other (Explain in Remarks)
Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches Depth to Free Water in Pit:
(in.)
Water-Stained Leaves Depth to Saturated Soil:
(in.)
Local Soil Survey Data FAC-Neutral Test Wetland Hydrology?
Yes No Other (Explain in Remarks)
Remarks:
Remarks:
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Draft y
ate:
Community ID mm Transect ID:
Transect ID:
Plot ID:
Plot ID:
ft ftftft Stratum Indicato Stratum Indicato ft aft aftft aft aftft af aff af af af af af af raa cies that are OBL, FACW, or FAC (excluding FAC-):
L, FACW, or FAC (excluding ra n?
D Yes es Dr No N
Dra Dra Dra Wetland Dr Recorded Data (describe in remarks):
Recorded Data (describe in remark P
Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge D
Aerial Photographs D
Other D
Recorded Data Available Recorded ter:
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                           Environmental Report Work Plan SOILS Map Unit Name (Series and Phase):                                                     Drainage Class:
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-5 Revision A October 13, 2011 SOILS Map Unit Name (Series and Phase):
Field Observations Taxonomy (Subgroup):                                                     Confirm Mapped Type?
Drainage Class:
pe?        Yes         No Profile Description Texture, Depth                           Matrix Color            Mottle Color              ottle Mottle                Concretions, (inches)         Horizon         (Munsell Moist)         (Munsell Moist)     Abundance/Contrast         Structure, Str        etc.
Taxonomy (Subgroup):
D Hydric Soil Indicators ra Histosol Histic Epipedon Sulfidic Odor Aquic Moisture Regime Reducing Conditions ons me Gleyed or Low Chroma Colors Is the hydric soilil criterion met?               Yes es        N No Concretions High Organic Content in Surface Other Surfa La Listed on Local Hydric Soils List Listed d on National Hydric So er (Explain in Remar Soils Soi List Remarks)
Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type?
Remarks Layer in Sandy Soils ft Remarks:
Yes No Profile Description Depth (inches)
WETLAND D DETERMINATION DETER Hydrophytic Vegetation etation Pr Present?
Horizon Matrix Color (Munsell Moist)
Wetland Hydrology Present?
Mottle Color (Munsell Moist)
Hydric Soils Present?
Mottle Abundance/Contrast
Remarks:
: Texture, Concretions, Structure, etc.
Yes Yes Yes Ye N
Hydric Soil Indicators Histosol Concretions Histic Epipedon High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils Sulfidic Odor Listed on Local Hydric Soils List Aquic Moisture Regime Listed on National Hydric Soils List Reducing Conditions Other (Explain in Remarks)
No No No        Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland?          Yes        No B-5                                          Revision A October 13, 2011
Gleyed or Low Chroma Colors Is the hydric soil criterion met?
Yes No Remarks:
WETLAND DETERMINATION Hydrophytic Vegetation Present?
Yes No Wetland Hydrology Present?
Yes No Hydric Soils Present?
Yes No Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland?
Yes No Remarks:
Draft pe?
Mottle ottle Abundance/Contrast Abundance/Contrast Str tftftftftft ftftftft ftftftft ftftftft ftftft afft af af aftftft afft af af aftftft afft af aff a
Concretions Concretions ra High Organic Content in Surface La High Organic Content in Surfa ra Listed on Local Hydric Soils List Listed on Local Hydric Soils List me ra Listed on National Hydric Soi d on National Hydric So ons ra Other (Explain in Remarks er (Explain in Remar Chroma Colors il criterion met?
criterion met?
Dr Yes es Dra No N
Dra Dr D
D DETERMINATION D DETER D
etation Present?
etation Pr D
Yes Yes D
N Present?
Present?
D Yes Yes D
Ye Ye D


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                                                     Environmental Report Work Plan AMEC FISHERIES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE AGE 1 OF 2)
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Project No.:         3250115519               Date:                               Investigators:                                           Site:
Revision A October 13, 2011 AMEC FISHERIES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE 1 OF 2)
Creek Designation:                                                           Gear:                                       Tide Stage*:
Project No.:
Sta            F1 F2 FS E1 E2 ES Other Weather:         1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Wind:   N NE E SE S SW W NW                     Wave ave Height**:
3250115519 Date:
ght**: 1 2 3 4 5       Start Time:                   End Time:
Investigators:
Air Temperature:                         Surface Water Temperature:                             Surface Salinity:
Site:
inity:                        Surface Di Dis Dissolved Oxygen:
Creek Designation:
Depth of Water: Min.                   Max.                 Depth of Sample: Min.                 Max.             Depth Strata:                       Water Clarity:
Gear:
Start Lat:     E                         Start Long:       E                           Stop Lat:                       E               Stop Long:
Tide Stage*:
L                          E YSI #                             YSI Calibrated:     Yes     No           Dockside Check List:         Yes       No               Notes Notes:
F1 F2 FS E1 E2 ES Other Weather:
ndition Condition                    Batch                            Ba Batc Batch            Vouch Length        Weight                      or -
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Wind:
Abnor                      Batc Batch                                        Comments/Description Species (Common Name)                                             (Live,                      Age                            Weight W
N NE E SE S SW W NW Wave Height**: 1 2 3 4 5 Start Time:
We (mm)         (g)                     malities                    Count                                  er    of Sampling Conditions Dead, etc.)                 Category                           (g) tf r a QC     Page           of                   Proof 1 by:       Date:
End Time:
Da                              Proof 2 by:         Date:                     Input by:         Date:
Air Temperature:
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Surface Water Temperature:
Surface Salinity:
Surface Dissolved Oxygen:
Depth of Water: Min.
Max.
Depth of Sample: Min.
Max.
Depth Strata:
Water Clarity:
Start Lat: E Start Long:
E Stop Lat:
E Stop Long:
E YSI #
YSI Calibrated:
Yes No Dockside Check List:
Yes No Notes:
Species (Common Name)
Length (mm)
Weight (g)
Condition (Live, Dead, etc.)
Abnor -
malities Batch Age Category Batch Count Batch Weight (g)
Vouch er Comments/Description of Sampling Conditions QC Page of Proof 1 by: Date:
Proof 2 by: Date:
Input by: Date:
Draftt AGE 1 OF 2)
AGE 1 OF ft ftft Tide Stage*:
Tide Sta ave Height**: 1 2 3 4 5 ght**: 1 2 3 4 ft Start Time:
Start t
Surface Salinity:
inity:
ft Surface Dis Surface Di a
Max.
aft Depth Strata:
Depth ft Stop Lat:
E E
aft Stop L Dockside Check List:
Check List:
af Yes Yes aft No Notes ndition (Live, Dead, etc.)
Abnor -
or -
malities malities Batch Age Category Category Batch Batc Count Count Batc Ba We W
af af af af af af af af af af af af raa ra ra raa Drraa Dr Dr Dra ra raa Drraa Dr Dr Dra ra raa Drraa Dr Dr Dra ra ra Drra Dr Dr Drr Drr Dr Dr Drr Drr D
Da D


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                                                                                           Environmental Report Work Plan AMEC FISHERIES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE AGE 2 OF 2)
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Condition                  Batch                  Batch B                Vouch Length          Weight                    Abnor -                  Batch                                Comments/Description Species (Common Name)                                               (Live,                    Agee                  Weight Weig (mm)           (g)                     malities                Count                          er    of Sampling Conditions Dead, etc.)               Category tegory gory                  (g) tf QC     Page
Revision A October 13, 2011 AMEC FISHERIES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE 2 OF 2)
* Tide Stage of                   Proof 1 by:
Species (Common Name)
Pr F1 - Flood 1 - First half of the flood FS - Flood Slack od tide F2 - Flood 2 - Second half of the floodod tide r a Date:
Length (mm)
W Weathe Weather 1-C Clear/Sunny Proof 2 by:
Weight (g)
2 - Partly Cloudy 3 - Overcast 6 - Fog 7 - Snow Date:
Condition (Live, Dead, etc.)
8 - Other Input by:
Abnor -
                                                                                                                            ** Wave Height 1 - Calm (0 inches)
malities Batch Age Category Batch Count Batch Weight (g)
Vouch er Comments/Description of Sampling Conditions QC Page of Proof 1 by: Date:
Proof 2 by: Date:
Input by: Date:
* Tide Stage F1 - Flood 1 - First half of the flood tide F2 - Flood 2 - Second half of the flood tide FS - Flood Slack E1 - Ebb 1 - First half of the ebb tide E2 - Ebb 2 - Second half of the ebb tide ES - Ebb Slack Other - Extremely high or low tides (provide detail in notes Weather 1 - Clear/Sunny 6 - Fog 2 - Partly Cloudy 7 - Snow 3 - Overcast 8 - Other 4 - Light Rain 9 -- Hazy 5 - Heavy Rain
** Wave Height 1 - Calm (0 inches) 2 - Slight (0 to 6 inches) 3 - Moderate (6 to 18 inches) 4 - Rough (18 inches to 4 feet) 5 - Very Rough (4 to 8 feet)
Draftt AGE 2 OF 2)
AGE 2 OF e
e tegory gory Batch Batch Count B
Weig (g) ftftftft ftftftft ftftftft ftftft af aftt af af aft aft aft af aft af af aft aft aft af aft af af af af af af af af af af af af raaf af ra ra raa raa ra ra raa Drraa Dr Dr Dra ra raa Drraa Dr Dr Dra ra raa Drraa Dr Dr Dra ra ra Drra Dr Dr Drr Dr Dr Drr Proof 1 by:
Pr D
Date:
Date:
2 - Slight (0 to 6 inches) 3 - Moderate (6 to 18 inches)
D od tide od tide od tide od tide D
E1 - Ebb 1 - First half of the ebb tide                               4 - Light Rain          9 -- Hazy            4 - Rough (18 inches to 4 feet)
l in note l in not Weathe W
E2 - Ebb 2 - Second half of the ebb tide                             5 - Heavy Rain                                5 - Very Rough (4 to 8 feet)
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** Wave Height 1 - Calm (0 inches) 2 - Slight (0 to 6 inches) 3 - Moderate (6 to 18 inches) 4 - Rough (18 inches to 4 feet) 5 - Very Rough (4 to 8 feet)
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519           Environmental Report Work Plan Appendix ndix C Dra Ecology Laboratory oratory y Sample Log-In edure Procedure ft Revision A October 13, 2011
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                       Environmental Report Work Plan Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure Scope and Applicability This SOP is applicable to all aquatic ecological samples being sent to o the Ecology Laboratory for sample processing conducted by AMEC personnel. This SOP governs treatment of samples after they are received by the laboratory via chain of Custody orr direct ttransport by field ect transpo sampling teams.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan C-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure Scope and Applicability This SOP is applicable to all aquatic ecological samples being sent to the Ecology Laboratory for sample processing conducted by AMEC personnel. This SOP governs treatment of samples after they are received by the laboratory via chain of Custody or direct transport by field sampling teams.
Procedures Sample Logging Field Team Leader Responsibilities e Field Team Leader will:
Procedures Sample Logging Field Team Leader Responsibilities When the samples are brought into the lab, the Field Team Leader will:
When the samples are brought into the lab, the                   will Dra 9 Put all samples in order according to sampling station and date of collection.
9 Put all samples in order according to sampling station and date of collection.
9 Check all samples to make sure they are preserved 9 Make sure all field collection sheets are filled locations, etc.
9 Check all samples to make sure they are preserved properly and lids are on tight.
9 Inventory samples to make 9 Leave all samples and ke sure all field d data sheets in the (This is important, as the lab personnel sample numbering 9 Make sure a log Logging Procedures Fill out sample res e log ng scheme).
9 Make sure all field collection sheets are filled out properly with date, initials, sample locations, etc.
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9 Inventory samples to make sure all field sheets and labels on jars agree.
served properly and lids are on tight.
9 Leave all samples and data sheets in the order in which they are to be logged in the lab (This is important, as the lab personnel may not be familiar with the project and station sample numbering scheme).
ed out properly with date, initials, initia sam d sheets and labels on jars agree.
9 Make sure a log book is available for the project.
he order in which they are to be logged ailable for the project.
Logging Procedures Fill out sample log completely. Appendix B provides an example of logbook data forms.
lo sonnel may not be familiar with the project pr og completely. Appendix B provides an example of logbook data forms.
Fisheries Sample Naming Convention This information should be on the sample jar and on the data sheet. Sampling sites and stations are project specific and typically use five separate fields to create unique sample identification numbers. Prior to any field data collection, the AMEC Project Manager, in consultation with the AMEC QA/QC Officer will devise and agree upon a project specific naming convention which will be used by all field crews.
sample in the lab and station ft Fisheries Sample This ple le Naming Nami Convention iss information should be on the sample jar and on the data sheet. Sampling sites and stations ions are project specific and typically use five sseparate fields to create unique sample identification cation numbers. Prior to any field data co consultationion with the AMEC QA/QC Officer Offic will collection, the AMEC Project Manager, in w devise and agree upon a project specific naming convention which will be used by all field ccrews.
Number of Jar Fill in the number of jars used when the sample was collected. The number of jars used should be on the jar label. If more than one jar is used, jar labels should indicate 1 of 2, 2 of 2 for two jars. The data sheets should also indicate the number of jars used for the sample.
Number of Jar Fill in the number of jars used when whe the sample was collected. The number of jars used should be on the jar label. If more than one jar is used, jar labels should indicate 1 of 2, 2 of 2 for two jars. The data sheets should Collection Method hould also indicate the number of jars used for the sample.
Collection Method This refers to how the sample was collected and should be indicated on the field data sheet.
This refers to how the sample was collected and should be indicated on the field data sheet.
Example:
Example:     1 = Electrofishing 2 = Gill net 3 = Trawl 4 = Seine 5 = Ichthyoplankton - Sled (bottom)
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Sample Labels A label indicating the sample code will be placed inside and outside of each jar. From this point on all samples will be referred to by the sample code.
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Outside Label On each jar place a circular tag indicating the sample code the sample was given in the log book. If more than one jar was used for the sample, place a tag on each jar.
x For ichthyoplankton samples use green tags.
x For fish samples use yellow tags.
x Write sample code legibly with a waterproof pen.
x Make sure the number on the tag agrees with the number in the log book.
Inside Label Inside of each jar place a label indicating the sample code.
x Use waterproof paper.
Write in pencil (or waterproof ink) only.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519           Environmental Report Work Plan Appendix pendix D D Ecology Laboratory ra boratory ory Sample Sort rocedure Procedure Sorting So ft Revision A October 13, 2011
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Revision A October 13, 2011 Appendix D Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure Draft pendix DD boratory Sample Sort ory Sample So Procedure rocedure


SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                           Environmental Report Work Plan Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure Scope and Applicability This SOP is applicable to sample sorting conducted by the ESCI laboratory aboratory personnel.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan D-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure Scope and Applicability This SOP is applicable to sample sorting conducted by the ESCI laboratory personnel.
Procedures Sample Sorting Initiation Check log book for project. Projects will have separate parate logbooks.
Procedures Sample Sorting Initiation Check log book for project. Projects will have separate logbooks. All samples should be sorted by numerical order. Find the number of the next sample to be sorted. This should be apparent by a blank in sorted column of the log sheets. Place initials in the appropriate sorted/picked columns at the beginning of the sample sorting process and place the completion date in the column when you have completed sorting the sample.
books. All samples should be sorted so by numerical order. Find the number of the next ext sample to be sorted. This should be apparent apparen D
Find the appropriate sample on the project shelf. Take the next sample in the numerical order of the samples that needs to be processed (Do Not Skip Samples).
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Sample Rinse Rinse contents of sample into the project appropriate size sieve if the sample contains mostly detritus or light material such as silt or clay.
x Rinse jar and lid thoroughly.
x Use a 35 for all benthic invertebrate sample sorting.
x Subsampling will be performed using a gridded pan. Grids will be numbered and will be randomly selected and completely picked until 200 identifiable (excluding very early instars and changed damaged specimens) are obtained.
Sorting Preparation Get clean vials out of lab supplies for sample processing.
x Label each vial with the sample code.
x Fill each vial 1/2 full of 75 percent (%) alcohol for benthic samples.
Sample Starting Place a small amount of sample from the sieve in to a white sorting pan with enough water to cover the material. Usually 1/4 inch of water is enough.
x AT LEAST 3/4 of the white pan should be visible in the bottom of the pan.
Sample Sorting Sort through the white pan completely while looking through the magnifier lamp. Move all detritus and sand around with forceps. The white pan has sections on the bottom of it that can be used as a grid to follow to ensure that the entire pan has been sorted. Once the entire pan has been sorted through then swish the pan contents around and sort through it again. Repeat the swishing and sorting of the pan until the pan has been sorted through twice without finding any animals.
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519                                         Environmental Report Work Plan Sample Sorting Cycle Rinse remaining contents (debris and sand) of the white pan after it has been sorted into a separate sieve. Put a waterproof label in this sieve indicating the sample mple code and that it is the sorted material. Continue steps above until entire unprocessed sample p sieve ample siev contents have been sorted and are in the processed/sorted sieve.
SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan D-2 Revision A October 13, 2011 Sample Sorting Cycle Rinse remaining contents (debris and sand) of the white pan after it has been sorted into a separate sieve. Put a waterproof label in this sieve indicating the sample code and that it is the sorted material. Continue steps above until entire unprocessed sample sieve contents have been sorted and are in the processed/sorted sieve.
Sample Processing Completion Rinse all debris in the sample processed sieve back into   o the he original sample jajar. Put an additional label on the jar indicating the following information rmation                    dat sorted, on - sorters initials, date sorte and the number of organisms obtained from the sample. e. Placee the jar on the project specific spe    shelf s
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72 pages follow ENCLOSURE 2 ATTACHMENT 22 SHINE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

SHINE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. APPLICATION FOR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT RESPONSE TO ENVIRONMENTAL REQUESTS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.

SHINE MEDICAL NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION LICENSING APPLICATION ER WORK PLAN IN SUPPORT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT DRAFT REVISION A, OCTOBER 13, 2011

SHINE Medical Nuclear Regulatory Commission Licensing Application ER Work Plan in Support of the Environmental Report Prepared by:

AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.

3199 Riverport Tech Center Drive St. Louis, Missouri 63043 Revision A October 13, 2011 William J. Elzinga Project Manager Stephen R. Carter Chief Scientist Draft atio Support of the upport of th mental Report tal Report Prepared by:

Prepared by:

AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRAST C ENVIRONMENT & IN 3199 Riverport Tech Ce 3199 Riverport Tech St. Louis, Missou St. Louis, Missou

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan i

Revision A October 13, 2011 Table of Contents Section Page 1.0

Introduction....................................................................................................................... 1

1.1

Purpose................................................................................................................. 1

1.2

Scope.................................................................................................................... 1

1.3

Key Contacts......................................................................................................... 1

1.4

Regulatory Basis................................................................................................... 2

1.5

Site and Vicinity Boundaries.................................................................................. 3

1.6

Schedule............................................................................................................... 3

1.7

Daily Check-In/Coordination.................................................................................. 3

2.0

Land.................................................................................................................................. 5

2.1

Objectives.............................................................................................................. 5

2.2

Scope.................................................................................................................... 5

2.3

Regulatory Basis................................................................................................... 6

2.4

Land Use Study Methods...................................................................................... 6

3.0

Surface Water and Groundwater Resources.................................................................... 7

3.1

Purpose................................................................................................................. 7

3.2

Scope.................................................................................................................... 7

3.3

Previous Studies................................................................................................... 8

3.4

Regulatory Basis................................................................................................... 8

3.5

Surface Water Characterization............................................................................ 9

3.6

Groundwater Characterization.............................................................................. 9

3.7

Report.................................................................................................................. 10

4.0

Ecology........................................................................................................................... 16

4.1

Purpose............................................................................................................... 16

4.2

Scope.................................................................................................................. 16

4.3

Previous Studies................................................................................................. 17

4.4

Regulatory Basis................................................................................................. 17

4.5

Ecology Methods................................................................................................. 17

4.5.1

Terrestrial Ecology................................................................................. 17

4.5.1.1

Vegetation Assessment..................................................................... 17

4.5.1.2 Avifauna Assessment........................................................................ 19

4.5.1.3 Faunal Assessment........................................................................... 20

4.5.1.4  Waters of the United States Delineation and Mapping...................... 21

4.5.1.5  Important Species/Natural Areas Assessment.................................. 23

4.5.2

Aquatic Ecology..................................................................................... 23

4.5.2.1

Adult/Juvenile Fish Community Characterization.............................. 23

4.5.2.2  Benthic Invertebrate Characterization............................................... 24

4.5.3

References............................................................................................. 26

5.0

Historic and Cultural Resources...................................................................................... 27

5.1

Objectives............................................................................................................ 27

5.2

Scope.................................................................................................................. 27

5.3

Previous Studies................................................................................................. 28

Draft ods.........................................................................

ndwater Resources................................................

urces...............................................

Studies..................................................................

atory Basis..............................................................

ace Water Characterization...................................

aracterization..................................

roundwater Characterization.................................

racterization.................................

Report...................................................................

Report..................................................................

cology....................................................................

cology....................................................

4.1 4.1 Purpose....................................................

4.2 4.2 Scope...................................................

4.3 4.3 Previous Studies............................

4.4 4.4 Regulatory Basis..........................

4.5 4.5 Ecology Methods......................

Ecology Methods............

4.5.1 4.5 Terrestrial Ecology..

Ecolog 4.5.1.1 4.5.1 Vegetation Ass ation A 4.5.1.2 Avifauna Ass 4.5.1.2 Avifauna As

.5.1.3 Faunal As

.5.1.3 Faunal A 1.4 1.4 Waters Waters 5

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued ii Revision A October 13, 2011 5.4

Regulatory Basis................................................................................................. 28

5.5

Site and Vicinity Boundary.................................................................................. 28

5.6

Historic Properties Assessment........................................................................... 28

5.6.1 Background Research and the Site Location Model.................................. 28

5.6.2 

Phase I Survey Methods........................................................................ 28

5.7

References.......................................................................................................... 29

List of Appendices Appendix A Chain-of-Custody Procedures Appendix B Field and Laboratory Data Sheets Appendix C Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure Appendix D Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure Draft Model...

ets Log-In Procedure le Sorting Procedure

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued iii Revision A October 13, 2011 List of Tables Table 3-1 Technical Rationale for Surface Water Sampling Program.............................. 11 Table 3-2 Analytical Program Summary - Surface Water Sampling Program................. 12 Table 3-3 Summary of Proposed Observation Well Installation Details and Monitoring Program............................................................................................................ 13 Table 3-4 Technical Rationale for Groundwater Sampling Program................................ 14 Table 3-5 Analytical Program Summary - Groundwater Sampling Program................... 15 Table 5-1 Sample Population Distribution Table.............................................................. 32 List of Figures Figure 1-1 Site Location Figure 1-2 Site and Vicinity USGS Topographic Map Figure 3-1 Proposed Water and Aquatic Ecology Sampling Locations Figure 4-1 Proposed Terrestrial Sampling Locations Draft ng Details Program............

Program...........

r Sampling Program...

r Sampling Program opographic Map p

quatic Ecology Sampling Locations gy Sampling Locations Sampling Locations cations

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Table of Contents, continued iv Revision A October 13, 2011 Abbreviations and Acronyms AMEC AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Incorporated APE Area of Potential Effect BBS Breeding Bird Survey bgs below ground surface BLM Bureau of Land Management CDF Confined Disposal Facility CFR Code of Federal Regulations COC chain of custody CSM Conceptual Site Model CWA Clean Water Act EPA Environmental Protection Agency EPT Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, and Trichoptera ER Environmental Report ESP Early Site Permit GIS Geographical Information System GPS Global Positioning System HASP Health and Safety Plan HPO Historic Preservation Office km kilometer mi mile NEI National Electric Institute NEPA National Environmental Policy Act NPDES National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System NRC U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission NRCS Natural Resources Conservation Service OHWM Ordinary High Water Mark PACE Pace Analytical Services, Incorporated POD Plan of the Day QAPD Quality Assurance Project Document QA/QC Quality Assurance/Quality Control RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act SHINE Shine Medical Technologies, Inc.

SHPO State Historic Preservation Office SLM Site Location Model SOP Standard Operating Procedure SSAR Site Safety Analysis Report STP Shovel test pits SWANCC Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County THPO Tribal Historic Preservation Office TNW Traditionally Navigable Waters USACE U.S. Army Corps of Engineers USEPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency USFWS U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service USGS U.S. Geological Survey WDNR Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources cy and Trichoptera ation System System ety Plan ervation Office nal Electric Institute stitute ational Environmental Policy Act mental Po National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System ational Pollutant Discharge Elimination System U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission U.S Nuclear Regulatory Comm Natural Resources Conservation Service Natural Resources Conservation M

Ordinary High Water Mark Ordinary High Water M CE Pace Analytical Services, Incorporated E

Pace Analytical Services, Incorporated OD Plan of the Day D

PD Quality Assurance Project Docume PD Quality Assurance Projec Quality Assurance/Quality Contr Quality Assurance/Quality Resource Conservation and R Resource Conservation a Shine Medical Technologie Shine Medical Technolog State Historic Preservati State Historic Preserva e Location Model e Location Model dard Operating dard Operatin ety Anal ety Ana t pi t p

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 1

Revision A October 13, 2011 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this document is to establish a consistent methodology for AMEC Environment

& Infrastructure, Inc. and its subcontractors (hereafter referred to as AMEC) to perform studies in support for the Environmental Report (ER) for the SHINE Medical Technologies, Inc (hereafter referred to as SHINE) Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Licensing Application Project located in Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin (Figure 1-1). This document is one of two project control documents intended to guide field data collection activities required to support the characterization of the environmental baseline for the ER. This Work Plan provides technical procedures and methodologies needed to direct field crews in data collection activities. Its companion document, SHINE NRC Licensing Application ER Quality Assurance Project Document (QAPD) in Support of the Environmental Report provides management control of the field data collection activities specified in this Work Plan. The purpose of this second document is to establish expectations and procedures sufficient to ensure data collection accuracy, representativeness, and quality. Any necessary revisions to the procedures detailed in either of these documents must be made with proper review and approval by appropriate members of the Management Team (see Section 1.3 for key contacts).

1.2 Scope The methods presented in this ER Work Plan are applicable to all field sampling activities performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project documentation requirements. Work to be performed is required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects. Specific work elements addressed in this ER Work Plan include those for the following ER subject areas:

x Land Use x

Water Resources x

Ecology x

Cultural Resources 1.3 Key Contacts Various personnel are involved in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project and will be available to discuss relevant issues, clarify applicability of methodology, and resolve problems.

The following table provides a list of key program personnel and their contact information.

Name Title Office/Cell Phone Number Email Address SHINE Management Personnel Dr. Gregory Piefer, Ph.D.

CEO Shine Medical 608-831-0814 /

608-345-3779 greg.p@shinemed.com Katrina Pitas Operations Support Director 608-831-0814 877-512-6554 katrina.p@shinemed.com Draft odology for AM ogy d to as AMEC) to d to as AMEC) to E Medical Technologies, E Medical Technolog ommission (NRC) Licensing A mmission (NRC) Lice n (Figure 1-1). This document is on gure 1-1). This docume ata collection activities required to supp ection activities required to ne for the ER. This Work Plan provides techn R. This Work Plan provides techn ect field crews in data collection activities. Its in data collection activities. Its sing Application ER Quality Assurance Project R Quality Assurance Project vironmental Report provides management control eport provides management contro d in this Work Plan. The purpose of this second doc k Plan. The purpose of this se ocedures sufficient to ensure data collection accura cient to ensure data collection acc Any necessary revisions to the procedures detaile y revisions to the procedures detaile de with proper review and approval by appropriate eview and approval by appropriate e Section 1.3 for key contacts).

for key contacts).

ented in this ER Work Plan are applicable to all fie R Work Plan are applicable to all fie MEC personnel. It provides proc C personnel. It provide edures that are sp es that are sp plication Project documentation requirements. Wo lication Project documentation requirements. Wo ulatory requirements for documenting latory requirements for documenting and characte ect vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential con ct vicinity and site, and in evaluating pote e effects. Specific work elements addressed in this effects. Specific work elements addressed in owing ER subject areas:

owing ER x

Land Use Land Water Resources Water cology cology ural Resources ural Res acts acts re involved in re involved in evant is evant is es es

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 2

Revision A October 13, 2011 Name Title Office/Cell Phone Number Email Address Jim Freels Licensing Lead 865-719-5061 Jimfreels525@yahoo.com Sargent & Lundy Project Team Maury Pressburger Project Manager 312-269-3111 224-565-1983 maury.a.pressburger@sargentlundy.com Tim Krause Environmental Supervisor 312-269-6616 timothy.p.krause@sargentlundy.com AMEC Personnel Bill Elzinga ER Manager 314-209-5957/

314-520-1506 wjelzinga@amec.com Steve Carter Chief Scientist 314-209-5911/

314-420-9400 Stercarter@amec.com Jon Omvig Socioeconomics Task Lead 696-386-3800 /

Jon.Omvig@amec.com Wayne Ingram Water Resources-Surface Water Task Lead 309-692-4422 William.Ingram@amec,.com Chris Tedder Water Resources -

Groundwater Task Lead 314-209-5979 /

314-210-7851 Chris.Tedder@amec.com Steve Stumne Ecology Task Lead 314-209-5981/

314-541-4222 Steve.Stumne@amec.com Kari Krause Historic Properties Task Lead 612-252-3790 /

612-787-8380 Kari.Krause@amec.com 1.4 Regulatory Basis The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal agencies to integrate environmental values into their decision making processes by considering the environmental impacts of their proposed actions and reasonable alternatives to those actions. The U.S Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Staff is required by portions of 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 51 (Environmental Protection Regulations for Domestic Licensing and Related Regulatory Functions) Subpart A (NEPA - Regulations Implementing Section) to assess project environmental impacts. In addition the NRC has created many Regulatory Guides. It is anticipated that the studies performed in this ER Work Plan and the final written report (Environmental Report) will satisfy the requirements of NEPA, and the NRC Regulatory Guides.

The NRC is currently in the process of developing guidance to support the licensing of non-power reactors such as that proposed by SHINE Medical. The Draft Interim STAFF Guidance for NUREG 1537, Part 1, Section 12.12 will be used as guidance in preparation of the ER.

However, NUREG 1555 is fully implemented and will also be used as guidance to inform the ER preparation under NUREG 1537.

The NRC guidance document, NUREG-1555 (Environmental Standard Review Plan, NRC, 1999), provides guidance to Staff when performing environmental reviews for nuclear power plants pursuant to the provisions of 10 CFR 51 related to new site/plant applications. It is the intent of the environmental studies described in this ER Work Plan to satisfy all terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem data needs to provide sufficient baseline characterization information to allow for a complete and thorough environmental review as required in NUREG-1555. These Draft y.a.pres t

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-1506 06 wjelzinga@amec.com wjelzinga@amec.c ftftf 9-5911/ /

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Stercarter@amec.com Stercarter@amec.com ftftf 96-386-3800 /

Jon.Omvig@amec.com Jon.Omvig@amec.com ftftf ask 309-692-4422 William.Ingram@amec,.com ngram@a aftft af ources -

water Task Lead 314-209-5979 /

4-209-5979 /

314-210-7851 314-21 Chris.Tedder@amec.com Chris.Tedder@amec.co af aft af Ecology Task Lead 314-209-5981/

314-209-5981/

314-541-4222 314-541-4222 Steve.Stumne@am eve.Stumn af raaf Historic Properties erties Task Lead ead 612-252-3790 /

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ra ra ra raa ry Basis Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal a vironmental Policy Act (NEPA) requires federal a tal values into their decision making processes by al values into their decision makin of their proposed actions and reasonable alternative f their proposed actions and reasonabl atory Commission (NRC) Staff is required tory Commission (NRC) Staff is required by portio by R) 51 (Environmental Protection Regulations for Do R) 51 (Environmental Protection Regulations for gulatory Functions) Subpart A (NEPA - Regulatio gulatory Functions) Subpart A (NEPA - Regulati ronmental impacts. In addition the NRC has ronmental impacts. In addition the N c

ated that the studies performed in this E ated that the studies performed in mental Report) will satisfy the requir mental Report) will satisfy the re rrently in the process of d rrently in the process of uch as that propose uch as that propose Part 1, Section Part 1, Section 55 is fully 55 is fully G 15 G 1

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 3

Revision A October 13, 2011 baseline data will be used at a later date to assess the requirements of NUREG-1537 to evaluate the environmental impacts of construction and operations, respectively. Results of this work will also be considered in the formulation of future monitoring programs in accordance with the requirements of NUREG-1537.

1.5 Site and Vicinity Boundaries NUREG-1555 provides guidance to NRC Staff when performing environmental reviews for nuclear power plants and will be used to supplement the Draft guidance in NUREG 1537. The format of NUREG-1555 includes six sections: area of review, acceptance criteria, review procedures, evaluation findings, implementation, and references. The area of review identifies data and information needs for Water (hydrology-wetlands), Ecology (terrestrial and aquatic) and Socioeconomics (historic properties) in addition to other environmental areas. The data and information requirements frequently mention the need to submit data on a site or vicinity basis.

The site and vicinity boundaries defined in NUREG-1555 are larger boundaries than just the footprint of new construction. NUREG-1555 under Section 2.2.1 (The Site and Vicinity) defines site and vicinity as follows:

x Site - The site is defined as that area of land owned or controlled by the applicant for the principal purpose of constructing and operating a nuclear power station. As a general rule, the applicants site boundary should be accepted as defining the site.

x Vicinity - For small sites (on the order of two square kilometers), the vicinity is the area encompassed within a radius of ten kilometers (six miles). For larger irregularly shaped sites, the vicinity is a band or belt ten kilometers (six miles) wide surrounding the plant site. The intent is to investigate land use in an area in which the site makes up no more than 10 percent of the area. If a lake or pond is to be created for use by the station, the entire water-body area should be included in the vicinity. The vicinity considered may follow natural or political boundaries.

In this report, the proposed SHINE property boundary will primarily direct our field terrestrial and aquatic reconnaissance investigations. However, some reconnaissance and data collections will be required off-site in the project vicinity. The project Site is shown in Figure 1-2. A six-mile radius will be used to gather environmental data in the Vicinity. Data will be gathered by obtaining available mapping, literature reviews, talking to local experts and consulting with appropriate agencies. The project vicinity is shown in Figure 1-2.

1.6 Schedule Field data collection and analysis activities performed in conjunction with the ER for the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project will be conducted in accordance with the project schedule.

Field data collection programs are designed to meet the requirements of Regulatory Guide 4.2 and NUREG 1555 for monthly and seasonal data to sufficiently characterize the resources at the Site and within the Vicinity.

1.7 Daily Check-In/Coordination Field team leaders are required to be the on-site managers of ER field activities.

Responsibilities will include daily briefings as to Plan of the Day (POD), healthy and safety Draft ming environmental re ming environmental Draft guidance in NUREG Draft guidance in NU review, acceptance criteria, revie ew, acceptance criteri d references. The area of review iden rences. The area of revie wetlands), Ecology (terrestrial and aquatic Ecology (terrestrial and a dition to other environmental areas. The data an environmental areas. The data an n the need to submit data on a site or vicinity basis.

bmit data on a site or vicinity basis n NUREG-1555 are larger boundaries than just the boundaries than just the 1555 under Se Section 2.2.1 (The Site and Vicinity) de ction 2.2.1 (The Site and d as that area of land owned or controlled by the ap of land owned or controlled by the a f constructing and operat nd op ing a nuclear power statio g a nuclear power statio site boundary should be accepted as defining the ould be accepted as defining mall sites (on the order of two square kilometers), th the order of two square kilometers), th within a radius of ten kilometers of ten kilometers (six miles). For larg (six miles). For lar nity is a band or belt ten kilometers (six miles) wide or belt ten kilometers (six miles) w ntent is to investigate land use in an area in which stigate land use in an area in which percent of the area. If a lake or pond is to be crea ercent of the area. If a lake or pond is to be crea e water-body area should be included in the vicinity water-body area should be inclu low natural or political boundaries.

ow natural or political boundaries.

s report, the proposed SHINE property boundary report, the proposed SHINE property boundar w uatic reconnaissance investigations. However, so uatic reconnaissance investigations. However, so be required off-site in the project vicinity. The be required off-site in the project vici will be used to gather environmental data will be used to gather environmen available mapping, literature review available mapping, literature re agencies. The project vicinity agencies. The project vicin and analysi and analys on Pr on P

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Revision A October 13, 2011 tailgate briefings, completion of sign in/out forms (see Appendix B), and coordination with SHINE staff.

Field team leaders will be obligated to provide coordination with SHINE regarding scheduled data collection activities. Information to be conveyed/discussed with SHINE staff will include the POD entailing composition of support staff, nature of work to be performed, area in which activities will occur, potential off-site activities, and need for SHINE support regarding security/access.

Personnel to be contacted at the start of every field trip include the following:

SHINE Staff Project Role Office Phone/

Cell Phone Email Katrina Pitas Operations Support Director 608-831-0814 877-512-6554 katrina.p@shinemed.com Draft NE th SHIN performed, a rform SHINE support rega HINE support rega trip include the following:

include the following:

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Revision A October 13, 2011 2.0 Land 2.1 Objectives The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent procedure to perform land use investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project at Rock County, Janesville, Wisconsin (see Figure 1-1).

2.2 Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to all data gathering activities in support of the land use analyses performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application documentation requirements. Land use data gathering work elements to be performed are required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects.

Information collected from field reconnaissance will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to land use and visual resources. Such information will include the following:

Land Use x

Land uses, both on and offsite, that could be affected by the proposed action; x

Maps of the site showing current and proposed site boundaries, exclusion areas, site structures, restricted areas, and current and proposed facilities; x

Maps showing major land uses in the region, such as U.S. Geological Survey land use categories within 50 mi (80 km) of the facility; x

Special land use classifications (e.g., American Indian or military reservations, wild and scenic rivers, parks, forests, designated coastal zone areas, wildlife and wilderness areas, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)-designated prime and important farmland soils) within 50 mi (80 km) of the facility; x

Federal facilities, including national parks, national forests, national wildlife refuges and wilderness areas, American Indian and/or Bureau of Indian Affairs lands held in trust for American Indians, and Indian tribes lands and distances within 50 mi (80 km) of the proposed site; x

Information from the NRCS on the relative value of the land acquired for the new facility if it involves farmland; x

Principal agricultural products within the area, facilities, agricultural practices, game harvests, or food processing operations; x

Mineral resources within the area; x

Description of the regional setting, transportation corridors, residential areas, airports, industrial and commercial facilities, and railroads; and, x

Land-use plans including current, future, and proposed plans.

Draft ure to perform la o perform l SHINE NRC Licensing HINE NRC Licensin e 1-1).

1-1).

hering activities in support of the land use s in support of the land use provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE dures that are specific to the SHINE requirements. Land use data gathering work d use data gathering work to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting ulatory requirements for d ons of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating oject vicinity and site, and in ev operational phase effects.

ase effects.

ld reconnaissance will be used to supplement that e will be used to suppleme rnet searches to support the characterization and a to support the characterization and visual resources. Such information will include th ces. Such information will include th both on and offsite, that could be affected by the p offsite, that could be affected by the the site showing current and proposed site bounda e site showing current and proposed site bounda ures, restricted areas, and current and proposed fa res, restricted areas, and current and proposed f aps showing major land uses in the region, such as ps showing major land uses in the re categories within 50 mi (80 km) of the facility; ategories within 50 mi (80 km) of the facil Special land use classifications (e.g., Amer Special land use classifications (e.g., American ica scenic rivers, parks, forests, designated coas scenic rivers, parks, forests, designated coas areas, and U.S. Department of Agriculture areas, and U.S. Department of A (NRCS)-designated prime and importan (NRCS)-designated prime and im acility; acility; eral facilities, including nationa eral facilities, including natio ess areas, American Indi ess areas, American Ind Indians, and Indian Indians, and Indian e;

e; m the NR m the NR and; and

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Revision A October 13, 2011 Visual Resources x

Description of the visual setting (i.e., viewshed) of the area being affected; x

Identification and description of the height, color, shape and visibility of the tallest proposed structures, as well as direction and distances from which these structures would be visible; x

Identification of residents and visitors to the area who might be affected by the aesthetic impact of the proposed new facility, including any associated tourist or scenic areas of interest; and, x

Rating of the aesthetic and scenic quality of the site in accordance with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Visual Resource Management System.

2.3 Regulatory Basis This assessment will be consistent with the requirements in NUREG-1555 and will include characterization of the land use environment, analysis of plant construction and operation effects on these features, determining and analyzing impacts, and identifying and evaluating mitigation options as needed. Land use categories to be studied include:

x Site and Vicinity x

Region In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NUREG 1555, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section. Land use data will be developed in sufficient detail to provide support for non-safety related impacts as required by NRC Regulatory Guide 4.2 (Rev. 2).

2.4 Land Use Study Methods Data will be collected to characterize the nature and extent of present and planned land use within the Site (property boundaries), Vicinity (six miles), and other offsite areas that may be impacted or modified as a result of facility construction and operation. This data will be collected from published reports, reliable internet sources, and local and regional planning agencies.

References U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). 1997. USGS Land Use and Land Cover Data. USGS Earth Resources Observation Data Center, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Draft whic might be affected be affecte sociated tourist or sce sociated tourist or s site in accordance with the U.S e in accordance with t e Management System.

agement System.

e requirements in NUREG-1555 and will include NUREG-1555 and will include ment, analysis of plant construction and operation s of plant construction a g and analyzing impacts, and identifying and evalu ng impacts, and identifying an d use categories to be studied include:

ries to be studied in ments of NEPA and NUREG 1555, several other re PA and NUREG 1555, several other r on. Land use data will be developed in sufficient d ata will be developed in sufficien ed impacts as required by NRC Regulatory Guide 4 required by NRC Regulatory Guide d Use Study Methods Use Study Meth be collected to characterize the nature and extent be collected to characterize the nature a the Site (property boundaries), Vicinity (six miles the Site (property boundaries), Vicinity (six m pacted or modified as a result of facility constructio acted or modified as a result of facility constructi lected from published reports, reliable internet s ected from published reports, reliable internet s cies.

cies.

s cal Survey (USGS). 1997.

cal Survey (USGS). 1997. U es Observation Data C es Observation Data

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Revision A October 13, 2011 3.0 Surface Water and Groundwater Resources 3.1 Purpose The purpose of this section is to establish a consistent procedure to perform water resource investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application.

Groundwater and surface water samples will be collected to characterize the water resources of the site. Both analytical samples and physical measurements will be collected to support the development of the conceptual site model (CSM).

3.2 Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to NEPA-related water resource investigations that will be completed in support of the ESP and performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application documentation requirements. Water resource investigation work elements to be performed are required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase environmental effects.

Information collected from field work will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to water resources. The following information will be presented in the ER:

Surface Water:

x A water-use diagram for the reactor and processing facility showing flow rates to and from the various water systems (e.g., circulating water system, sanitary system, radwaste and chemical waste systems, service water systems), points of consumption, and source and discharge locations; x

For freshwater streams potentially affected by the proposed action:

o Water quality (monthly sampling, parameters as specified in NUREG 1555) o Historic monthly flow information, including maximum, average-maximum, average, average-minimum, and minimum flow; and, o Historical drought stages and discharges by month, and the 7-day once-in-l0-yr low flow; Groundwater x

Groundwater characteristics for features that could be affected by the construction, modification, operation, and decommissioning of proposed facilities:

o Monthly trends in groundwater elevation or piezometric levels; o Piezometric contour maps, water table contour maps, and hydraulic gradients (historical, if available, and current)(from SSAR);

o Depth to water table for unconfined aquifer systems(from SSAR);

Draft ure to perform w o perform w SHINE NRC Licensing HINE NRC Licensin ed to characterize the water res to characterize the wa urements will be collected to suppor ents will be collected to s PA-related water resource investigations that will b ater resource investigation d performed by AMEC personnel. It provides proce by AMEC personnel. It provides C Licensing Application documentation requiremen pplication documentation requirem ments to be performed are required to satisfy regu rformed are required to satisfy regu g and characterizing env ing e ironmental conditions of th nmental conditio potential constr nstruction phase and operational phas uction phase and operational pha ed from field work will be used to supplement that work will be used to supplement that t searches to support the characterization and ass earches to support the characterization and ass he following information will be presented in the ER he following information will be presented in the E Water:

Water:

D A water-use diagram for the reactor and process A water-use diagram for the reactor and proc from the various water systems (e.g., circulati from the various water systems (e.g., circulat radwaste and chemical waste systems, ser radwaste and chemical waste sy and source and discharge locations; and source and discharge locatio or freshwater streams potentially aff or freshwater streams potential Water quality (monthly sam Water quality (monthly sa Historic monthly flow info Historic monthly flow inf verage, average-min verage, average-min orical drought st orical drought s w;

w;

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Revision A October 13, 2011 o Historical and current data from site wells (e.g., monitoring, background, corrective action, or other uses) (from SSAR);

o Hydrostratigraphy of the site, including cross sections and hydrostratigraphic unit descriptions; (from SSAR) and, o Qualitative description of groundwater aquifers, including identification of U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-designated sole-source aquifers.

o Water quality (monthly sampling, parameters as specified in NUREG 1555) x A description of present and reasonably foreseeable future surface water uses (withdrawals, consumption, and returns, including but not limited to, domestic, municipal, agricultural, industrial, mining, recreation, navigation, and hydroelectric power);

groundwater withdrawals; and nonconsumptive water uses (e.g., recreational, navigational, instream, etc.) that may affect or be affected by construction, facility modifications, operations, and/or decommissioning of the reactor and processing facility, including any bodies of water or aquifers at distances close enough to affect or be adversely affected by the facilities; x

Descriptions of past, present, and reasonably foreseeable pollutant sources with discharges to water that may interact with the facility, including locations relative to the site and the affected water bodies, and the magnitude and nature of the pollutant discharges, including temporal variations.

3.3 Previous Studies No previous studies have been completed at the Site to characterize surface water and groundwater in the area.

3.4 Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regulations and guidance documents, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section.

The baseline data collected in these studies will also be utilized to support potential future construction and operational activities and to address the concerns of the many agencies and ensure compliance with these laws and regulations. Although not required to collect data to support the ESP, the data collected will be needed to support the required authorizations, permits and/or consultations. These include the following:

x U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) - Clean Water Act (CWA), Section 404 permit is required for fill activities within wetlands and waters of the United States.

x USACE - Rivers and Harbor Act of 1899, Section 10 permit is required for any activities over, under, or through navigable waters.

x Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) - CWA, Section 401 water quality certification for discharges under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and CWA Section 404 permit.

x WDNR - CWA, Section 402 NPDES permits for land disturbance, point discharges and storm water discharges.

Draft luding ide d

ated sole-sourc sole-sourc as specified in NUR as specified in NUR eable future surface water uses ble future surface wate ding but not limited to, domestic, mu but not limited to, domes navigation, and hydroelectric power);

n, and hydroelectric powe umptive water uses (e.g., recreational, uses (e.g., recreational, affect or be affected by construction, facility ected by construction, facility ecommissioning of the reactor and processing faci the reactor and processing fac aquifers at distances close enough to affect or be stances close enough to lities; nt, and reasonably foreseeable pollutant sources w nably foreseeable pollutant source may interact with the facility, including locations re with the facility, including locations re water bodies, and the magnitude and nature of the the magnitude and nature ng temporal variations.

variations.

udies dies have been completed at the Site to characteriz ompleted at the Site to characteriz n the area.

the area.

Regulatory Basis Regulato ddition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regu dition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC re her regulatory drivers are applicable to this section er regulatory drivers are applicable to this sectio aseline data collected in these studies will aseline data collected in these stud tion and operational activities and to tion and operational activities an mpliance with these laws and reg mpliance with these laws and SP, the data collected will b SP, the data collected wil consultations. These i consultations. These ps of Engineers (

ps of Engineers ctivities within ctivities with nd Harb nd Harb gh gh

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Revision A October 13, 2011 All field activities will be completed in accordance with state laws and analytical requirements and will also meet WDNR (and subsequently U.S. Environmental Protection Agency [USEPA])

requirements so that data are usable to evaluate current conditions with respect to applicable regulations.

3.5 Surface Water Characterization Surface waters at the Site will be characterized for both water quality as well as physical properties. In addition to characterizing these water resources on the Site and in the surrounding areas, water resources will also be documented within a six-mile radius of the Site.

This documentation will include a geographical information system (GIS) survey of water resources and wetlands, use of previously recorded data, as well as general vicinity reconnaissance observations. Except for sampling performed to evaluate the existing and proposed access roads, AMEC does not propose to collect samples or field measurements from areas outside of Site boundaries. The locations of water resources within project vicinity are shown on Figure 3-1.

For surface water resources identified on the site, as well as appropriate off site areas, water samples will be collected on a monthly frequency from designated locations. Samples will be submitted for laboratory analysis to Pace Analytical Services, Inc. (PACE) of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Water quality parameters are consistent with those listed in NUREG 1555. These locations were selected to obtain data from the prominent water bodies on site as well as from representative locations from the surface waters located around the Site. Sampling rationale for the proposed locations is provided in Table 3-1, and a summary of the sampling program is provided in Table 3-2. Sampling locations are shown on Figure 3-1. All samples will be collected in accordance with the QAPD and the Health and Safety Plan (HASP). Additionally, all samples will be released and transported to the analytical laboratory in accordance with chain-of-custody procedures outlined in Appendix A.

3.6 Groundwater Characterization A total of 4 groundwater observation well will be installed to better characterize both the geology and hydrogeology. These locations are shown on Figure 3-1 and proposed monitoring activities are presented in Table 3-3. If conditions in the field require the characterization of deeper aquifers, nested wells will be installed. The screened intervals will be located so as to allow the collection of representative groundwater samples from both depths.

Groundwater samples will be collected monthly and submitted for laboratory analysis by PACE of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Water quality parameters are consistent with those listed in NUREG 1555 or that would be required by WDNR. The technical rationale for groundwater samples is presented in Table 3-4 and a summary of the proposed analytical program is presented in Table 3-5. All groundwater samples will be collected using the Low Flow (Low Purge)

Groundwater Sampling Methods. Groundwater samples will be collected in accordance with the QAPD. Additionally, all samples will be released and transported to the analytical laboratory in accordance with chain-of-custody procedures outlined in Appendix A.

In addition to collecting data to characterize groundwater quality, depth-to-groundwater measurements will be collected monthly (during the same field event as the monthly surface Draft ter quality as well as ph ter quality as well as urces on the Site and in the rces on the Site and mented within a six-mile radius of ted within a six-mile rad rmation system (GIS n system (GIS) survey of water

) survey of ed data, as well as general vicinity s well as general vicinity pling performed to evaluate the existing and ed to evaluate the existing and pose to collect samples or field measurements fro samples or field measurements fro ations of water resources within project vicinity are urces within project vicinity are ied on the site, as well as appropriate off site areas e, as well as appropriate off site a onthly frequency from designated locations. Samp cy from designated locations. Sam sis to Pace Analytical Services, Inc. (PACE) of Gre ytical Services, Inc. (PACE) of Gre arameters are consistent with those listed in NURE consistent with those listed in NU o obtain data from the prominent water bodies on s from the prominent water bodies on s from the surface waters located around the Site.

face waters located around the Site ns is provided in Table 3-1, and a summary of the d in Table 3-1, and a summary of th 3-2. Sampling locations are shown on Figure 3-1.

locations are shown on Figure 3-1 ordance with the QAPD and the Health and Safety dance with the QAPD and the Health and Safety will be released and transported to the analytical lab ll be released and transported to the analytical la ustody procedures outlined in Appendix A.

stody procedures outlined in Append Groundwater Characterization Groundwater Characterizatio otal of 4 groundwater observation well will be in otal of 4 groundwater observation we ydrogeology. These locations are shown ydrogeology. These locations are ented in Table 3-3. If conditions in th ented in Table 3-3. If conditions ested wells will be installed. The ested wells will be installed. T epresentative groundwater epresentative groundwate ples will be collect ples will be collec onsin. Water onsin. Water required required nd a nd

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 10 Revision A October 13, 2011 water measurements) from onsite wells and piezometers. These data will be used to evaluate groundwater flow patterns and to better understand the seasonal variances and the hydraulic communication between both surface and groundwater and between the different water bearing zones beneath the site. These data will also be used to support the groundwater modeling effort.

3.7 Report The hydrology data will be interpreted and presented as a narrative in the Environmental Report. At a minimum, the Environmental Report will include a description of the local and regional geology, groundwater flow directions and estimated velocities, the results of the transport model, groundwater and surface water quality and surface water flow patterns.

Draft rou a narrative in the Environme narrative in the Env include a description of the local ude a description of th stimated velocities, the results of the ed velocities, the results o quality and surface water flow patterns.

surface water flow patter

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 11 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-1 Technical Rationale for Surface Water Sampling Program Exploration Type Sample ID Location Analytical Sample/Field Chemistry Frequency Water Flow Rationale Surface Water Survey GIS survey and visual observations will be conducted in the field to verify general surface water conditions.

Surface Water Characterization SM-SW1 and SM-SW2 TBD Monthly Monthly Obtain water quality and flow data from surface waters that may be potentially impacted by the construction of the proposed access road.

Notes:

TBD - to be determined

1.

Data will be supplemented by USGS gauging station data, if available.

NA - Not Applicable t

ater Sampling Program Sampling Program ytical ple/Field Chemistry Frequency Water Flow Water F Ra Ra ftft afft ucted in the field to verify general surface water conditions.

the field to verify general surface wa aftft Monthly Monthly hly Monthly Obtain wat Ob surface surfa impac impa pro aftft af af afftf station data, if available.

ailable.

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 12 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-2 Analytical Program Summary Surface Water Sampling Program Sample Type Analytical Rationale Total1 Field Measurents2 Hardness TSS/ TDS BOD/ COD XOX3 NOX4 Inorganics5 Organics6 Phyto-plankton Silica, Iron, CO2 and HCO3 Dup7 MS MSD SM-SW1 and SM-SW2 Characterize surface water quality for the site as well as by the current and proposed access roads. Samples to be collected from two location(s) monthly with QA/QC samples collected at a frequency of 5 percent with a minimum of one set of QC samples per event.

2 2

2 2

2 2

2 2

2 2

NA 1

1 1

TOTAL SURFACE WATER SAMPLES 2

2 2

2 2

2 2

2 2

2 N/A 1

1 1

1 = Total includes duplicates and MS/MSD samples.

2 = Field measurements include: temperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, color, odor, salinity, and turbidity.

3 = XOX includes total and orthophosphate phosphorus.

4 = NOX includes nitrate, nitrite, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.

5 = Inorganics included Alkalinity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, lead, mercury, zinc, and cyanide.

6 = Organic (wastewater parameters) include total coliform, fecal coliform, fecal streptococci.

7 = QA/AC samples (including duplicate samples, and MS/MDS) will be analyzed at the same time as the field sample. Data will be used to validate to evaluate data quality.

CO2 = carbon dioxide HCO3 = bicarbonate Dup. = duplicate sample MS = matrix spike MSD = matrix spike duplicate NA = not applicable TBD = to be determined.

Draftt ce Water Sampling Program r Sampling Program Fie Meas Hardness TSS/ TDS TSS BOD/ COD OD/ C XOX XOX3 NOX4 Inorganics norganic 5

Organics Or 6

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2 2

2 2

2 2

2 2

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2 2

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2 2

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2 2

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/MSD samples.

MSD samples.

temperature, pH, conductiv emperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, color, ity, dissolved oxyg ophosphate phosphorus.

phospha ite, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.

e, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.

alinity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, linity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, meters meters) include total coliform, fecal coliform, fecal

) include total coliform, fecal colif uplicate samples, uplicate s and MS/MDS) will be anal

) will HCO HCO3 3 = bicarbonate MS = matrix spike MS = matrix spike A = not applicable A = not applicable

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 13 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-3 Summary of Proposed Observation Well Installation Details and Monitoring Program Hydrogeologic Data Collection - ER Work Plan Well ID Northing US Feet, NAD83 Easting US Feet, NAD83 Approx.

Total Depth 1

ft bgs Proposed Screen Length feet Target Aquifer Water-Level Monitoring Chemical Testing In-situ Hydraulic Conductivity Testing North Site SM-GW1A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x X

SM-GW1B*

TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x X

SM-GW2A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x X

SM-GW2B*

TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x X

SM-GW3A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x X

SM-GW3B*

TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x x

SM-GW4A TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x X

SM-GW4B*

TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD x

x x

Notes:

1 - Actual screened depth will be determined based on field conditions and locations of target aquifers and/or water bearing zones.

  • - B series wells will only be installed if required/necessary TBD = to be determined ft bgs = feet below ground surface Chemical testing consists of the following parameters:

Field Measurements Laboratory Testing Temperature Total Suspended Solids (TSS)

Sodium Carbon Dioxide Turbidity Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

Potassium Bicarbonate pH Hardness Calcium Alkalinity Conductivity Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD)

Magnesium Chlorides Dissolved Oxygen Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)

Heavy Metals (Hg, Pb)

Sulfates Color Phosphorus, Total Total Coliform2 Odor Phosphorus, Orthophosphate Fecal Colforms2 Salinity Ammonia Fecal Streptococci2 Nitrate Alkalinity Tritium Nitrite Chlorides Silica Organic Nitrogen Sulfate Iron Draft et uifer Water-Level Water Monitoring Mon C

ftftftft TBD x

x TBD x

ftftftftt BD TBD x

x TBD x

x ftftftftt TBD TBD x

x TBD x

x ftftftftt TBD TBD x

x X

TBD x

x X

ftftftftt TBD TBD x

x X

TBD x

x X

ftftftftt TBD TBD x

x x

TBD x

x x

ftft af aftftt BD TBD TBD x

x x

x af aft aft af aftftt TBD TBD TBD x

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TBD x

af aft aft af aftftt ined based on field conditions and locations of ta onditions and location rget aquifers and/or water bearing ifers and/or w af aft aft y

eters:

Laboratory Testing Total Suspended Solids (TSS)

Solids (TSS)

Sodium Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) d Solids (TD Potassiumm Hardness Calcium Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) l Oxygen D Magnesium esium Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) cal Oxygen D Heavy Metals Heavy Metal Phosphorus, orus, Total Total Total Colif Total Colif Phosphorus, Phosphorus, Orthophosphate Orthophos Fecal C Fecal C Ammonia m

Fec Nitrate Nitrate Alkalinity T

Nitrite Chlorides Nitrite Chlo Organic Organic Nitrogen Nitro Sulfate Sulfate Dr Dr

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 14 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-4 Technical Rationale for Groundwater Sampling Program Exploration Type Sample ID Location Analytical Sample Frequency Groundwater Elevations Measurement Rationale Observation Well Sampling SM-GW1A and GW1B*

through SM-GW4A and GW4B

  • Wells installed on the Site - TBD Monthly Monthly1 Obtain water quality data to characterize groundwater. Obtain water elevation data to assess gradients and the hydraulic communication between water bearing zones and surface water bodies.

Notes:

1.

Monthly measurements will be collected manually;

  • - B series wells will be installed and sampled if necessary/required NA = not applicable; TBD = to be determined.

Draft Monthly Monthly Monthly1 Obtain water quality Obtain water quality d aftt ater Sampling Program ampling Program ical mple requency Groundwater Groundwat Elevations Elevatio Measurement Measureme ftft groundwater. Obta er Obt assess gradient a

communicatio com and surfac and su ft af af af aft af required

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 15 Revision A October 13, 2011 Table 3-5 Analytical Program Summary Groundwater Sampling Program Sample Type Analytical Rationale Total1 Field Measurents2 Hardness TSS/TDS BOD/COD XOX3 NOX4 Inorganics5, 6 Organics7 Tritium8 Silica, Iron, CO2 and HCO3 Dup MS MSD Groundwater Samples (low flow)

SM-GW1A, SM-GW2A, SM-GW3A, and SM-GW4A Characterize groundwater quality in the surficial aquifer below the Site. Samples to be collected monthly.

4 4

4 4

4 4

4 4

4 4

4 1

1 1

SM-GW1B*, SM-GW2B*, SM-GW3B*, and SM-GW4B*

Characterize groundwater quality in the aquifer below the Site.

Samples to be collected monthly.

4 4

4 4

4 4

4 4

4 4

4 1

1 1

TOTAL GROUNDWATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS 8

8 8

8 8

8 8

8 8

8 8

2 2

2 Notes:

  • = B series wells will be installed, sampled, and analyzed if necessary/required.

1 = Total includes duplicates and MS/MSD samples.

2 = Field measurements include: temperature, pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, color, odor, salinity, and turbidity.

3 = XOX includes total and orthophosphate phosphorus.

4 = NOX includes nitrate, nitrite, ammonia, and organic nitrogen.

5 = Inorganics included Alkalinity, chlorides, sulfate, sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, lead, and mercury.

6 = Additional inorganics include silica, iron, carbon dioxide, bicarbonate.

7 = Organic/wastewater parameters include total coliform, fecal coliform, fecal streptococci.

8 = Tritium samples may be analyzed on site.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 16 Revision A October 13, 2011 4.0 Ecology 4.1 Purpose The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent methodology to perform natural resources field and laboratory studies conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project.

4.2 Scope The methods presented in this ER Work Plan are applicable to all field and laboratory sampling analysis by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project documentation requirements. Natural resources work elements to be performed are required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects.

Information collected from field work will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to ecological resources. The following information will be presented in the ER to support the description of ecology:

x Wetlands and Riparian Areas x

Region x

Site and Vicinity x

History x

Places and Entities of Special Interest x

Aquatic Communities and Potentially Affected Water Bodies x

Terrestrial Communities x

Invasive Species x

Procedures and Protocols x

Studies and Monitoring x

Cumulative Impacts x

Threatened, Endangered, and Protected Species and Essential Fish Habitat Specific work elements addressed in this ER Work Plan include the following:

Terrestrial Ecology x

Vegetation community assessment x

Avifaunal assessment x

Faunal assessment x

Waters of the United States delineation x

Important species/natural areas Aquatic Ecology x Adult/juvenile fish assessment x Benthic invertebrate assessment Draft dology to perform ology to perform in conjunction with the in conjunction with t are applicable to all field and laboratory sampling to all field and laboratory sampling rocedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC re specific to the SHINE NRC tion requirements. Natural resources work elemen ts. Natural resources work elemen gulatory requirements for documenting and uirements for documenting a ions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluatin oject vicinity and site, and in eva operational phase effects.

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eld work will be used to supplement that developed ed to supplement that deve s to support the characterization and assessment o he characterization and assessment The following information will be presented in the E nformation will be presented in the E y:

and Riparian Areas reas and Vicinity nd Vicinity story story Places and Entities of Special Interest Places and Entities of Special Interest Aquatic Communities and Potentially Affected W Aquatic Communities and Potentially Affected x

Terrestrial Communities Te Invasive Species Invasi Procedures and Protocols Procedu udies and Monitoring udies and lative Impacts lative Im ned, Endangered, and ned, Endangered, and addres addres

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 17 Revision A October 13, 2011 assessment 4.3 Previous Studies To the extent that they exist and are relevant, previous terrestrial and aquatic ecology studies will be used in conjunction with studies outlined in this ER Work Plan to identify baseline ecologic conditions of the SHINE site and vicinity.

4.4 Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NRC regulations and guidance documents, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section. NRC Regulatory Guide 4.11 (Terrestrial Environmental Studies for Nuclear Power Stations) will also be used to guide the development of technical data to support the analysis of potential impacts to terrestrial ecosystems.

Regulatory Guide 4.11 provides technical information for the design and execution of terrestrial environmental studies for nuclear power stations, but where appropriate, this guide will also be used for performing aquatic environmental studies.

The responsibility for protection of the environment has also been assigned to many other agencies. As a prerequisite to plant licensing and construction, it is important to identify and assess the many environmentally related authorizations required by federal, state, regional, local and affected Native American tribal agencies. The baseline data collected in these studies will also be utilized to support potential future construction and operational activities and to address the concerns of the many agencies and insure compliance with these laws and regulations. Major required authorizations, permits or consultations include the following:

x USACE - CWA, Section 404 permit is required for fill activities within wetlands and waters of the United States.

x U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) - Endangered Species Act, Section 7 consultation is required on project impacts to endangered species during construction and operation.

x WDNR - CWA, Section 401 water quality certification for discharges under the NPDES permit and CWA Section 404 permit.

x WDNR - CWA, Section 402 NPDES permits for land disturbance, point discharges and stormwater discharges.

4.5 Ecology Methods 4.5.1 Terrestrial Ecology 4.5.1.1 Vegetation Assessment Objectives The specific objectives of this work plan are as follows:

1. Characterize terrestrial vegetative communities in the project vicinity and within the project site;
2. Develop a current land cover map; and
3. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction and operation.

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to terrestrial ecosystems.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 18 Revision A October 13, 2011 Methodology Walking surveys will be conducted over the entire Site for the terrestrial vegetation assessment (Figure 4-1). To account for seasonal variability of the vegetation within the site, surveys will be assessed in the growing season during the fall of 2011 and the spring of 2012.

The project will consist of the following components:

x Photographic documentation; x

Qualitative inventory of flora; and x

Report presenting the study results.

AMEC will prepare GIS (aerial and topographic) base maps. AMEC field crews will be responsible for conducting field surveys and plant species identifications for the project.

Incorporation of GIS land cover data, as available, will be used to identify land cover types within the project site and vicinity (six-mile radius). This work will be done using a GIS query of established data. Limited qualification assessments will be performed within the project vicinity to characterize land cover types.

Qualitative characterizations of current land cover on the project site and its immediate surrounding areas will be performed to provide a more accurate tabulation of land cover characteristics. Specific areas that will be considered in this characterization are shown in Figure 4-1 includes:

A: Proposed Site B: Airfield area C: Developed Lands D: Agricultural Lands E: Riparian/Drainage Corridors A qualitative inventory of the site flora will be documented during the 2011-12 growing seasons.

The qualitative inventory will, to the extent practical, record the presence of each plant species growing on the Site (see data collection form in Appendix B).

Due to the varying phenology (life cycles) of plant species and the need to observe plants in proper reproductive condition necessary to permit species identification, spring, summer and fall inventories will be performed to identify plant species occurring on the site. This approach will require pedestrian surveys during the growing season to observe and record plants occurring in various habitats on the site. Particular emphasis will be given to those areas potentially affected by future disturbance (construction sites, drift zones, etc.).

In order to effectively characterize plant communities of the site, the relative abundance of each species occurring along the terrestrial transects (same as those used for faunal inventories) and proposed access road causeway will be assessed. Plant species will be visually scored as follows: A-abundant, C-common, O-occasional, U-uncommon, or R-rare.

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s. AMEC field crews will b nt species identifications for the project.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 19 Revision A October 13, 2011 Particular attention will be given to identifying any listed (rare, threatened or endangered) species. Data recorded will be maintained by date and location and will be compiled into the final Site flora inventory.

Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the terrestrial vegetation assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.

4.5.1.2 Avifauna Assessment Objectives The objectives the avifaunal (bird) survey are to:

1. Characterize bird communities in the project vicinity and within the project site; and
2. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction and operation.

Methodology Avifaunal occurrence will be evaluated by multiple methods to facilitate an inventory of bird species that utilize the site and that occur in the project vicinity.

For the project vicinity, the North American Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) will be a primary source of bird population trends and distribution. The typical survey unit is a roadside route, which is 39.4 kilometers (24.5 miles) long. With respect to the SHINE Site, the nearest established BBS route will be used as a basis to report long term trends within the region. Historical data will be used to report relative abundances of birds along the route.

To document seasonal avifaunal use within the project Vicinity, one roadside survey route has been established and will be sampled seasonally using a modified BBS methodology (see Figure 4-1). Accordingly, two observers will stop at 0.8 kilometer (0.5 mile) intervals along an established route, and record all birds seen or heard at each stop during a three-minute sampling period. Data recorded at each stop will include habitat type, weather conditions, wind speed, bird species observed, and sex (see Appendix B). The route will be driven on two separate dates during each season (two different days).

Characterization of avifaunal use of the Site will be performed using a qualitative meander approach. This method will be focused on deriving relative abundance information on avifauna within the site boundary. No density determinations will be made.

Weather: When conducting a transect survey, general climatic conditions will be recorded such as wind intensity (estimate its strength: calm, light air, light breeze, gentle breeze, moderate breeze, fresh breeze), temperature (Fahrenheit), and estimate percent of cloud cover (e.g.,

50 percent cloud cover). This is important because climatic variables are known to affect bird activity. Bird counts will not be performed during heavy rains or extreme wind.

Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the avifauna assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 20 Revision A October 13, 2011 4.5.1.3 Faunal Assessment Objectives The specific objectives of the mammal surveys are as follows:

1. Characterize mammal communities in the project vicinity and within the project site; and
2. Provide a basis for evaluating project effects due to construction and operation.

Methodology Occurrence of the fauna (mammals, reptiles, amphibians) will be evaluated by multiple methods to facilitate an inventory of mammal species that utilize the site and that occur in the project vicinity.

Recorded range and distributional records will be used to compile a list of species historically known to occur in the project vicinity. Coordination will be conducted with regional WDNR staff to validate the species included on the project vicinity lists.

Records will be obtained from WDNR for game and furbearing species to tabulate relative harvest rates from the region to establish general context information for each species.

Recorded occurrences of uncommon species will also be obtained through consultation with NJDEP or review of state databases.

In addition, roadside survey routes used for characterizing avifauna within the project site and vicinity will also be used to record faunal presence in the project area. Specifically, any road kills observed along the roadside while conducting bird surveys will be recorded and tabulated.

Characterization of faunal use of the SHINE site will be performed by direct and indirect observational methods (see Appendix B). Indirect methods will include recording species presence based on signs including tracks, scat, nests, or other indicated evidence (e.g., road kills). Indirect evidence will be recorded during all field faunal and vegetation inventories.

In addition to these indirect methods, seasonal pedestrian surveys will be conducted on the site using a qualitative meandering approach (see Figure 4-1). Results of pedestrian surveys will be documented in field notebooks.

When conducting a survey, general climatic conditions will be recorded such as wind intensity (estimate its strength: no wind, slight, gusty, strong wind), temperature (Fahrenheit), and estimate percent of cloud cover (e.g., 50 percent cloud cover).

A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the mammal assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.

Draft d withi ruction and ctio will be evaluated by mult will be evaluated by the site and that occur in the p e site and that occur in e used to compile a list of species historically mpile a list of species historically nation will be conducted with regional WDNR staff onducted with regional WDNR staf ect vicinity lists.

for game and furbearing species to tabulate relativ d furbearing species to tabul ablish general context information for each species al context information for each spe mon species will also be obtained through consulta will also be obtained through consul bases.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 21 Revision A October 13, 2011 4.5.1.4 Waters of the United States Delineation and Mapping Objectives The objective of the Clean Water Act (CWA) is to maintain and restore the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the waters of the United States. Section 404 of the CWA authorizes the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to issue permits for the discharge of dredged or fill material into the waters of the United States, including wetlands.

Methodology The USACE issued the Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual in January of 1987 to provide the methodology to determine whether a given area is a wetland for purposes of CWA Section 404 compliance. The 1987 Manual is the generally accepted guidance document for making wetland determinations. The State of New Jersey however, has adopted the Federal Manual for Identifying and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands (Federal Interagency Committee for Wetland Delineation, 1989) (hereafter referred to as the 1989 Manual) for use as the guiding document in identifying and mapping wetlands within the State. Accordingly, the 1989 Manual will be the guiding document to be used on SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project.

Wetlands are defined as those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions.

Wetlands have general diagnostic characteristics with regard to each of three parameters:

hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soil and wetland hydrology. According to the 1989 Manual, characteristics of three wetland parameters are used in order for the site to be considered a wetland.

The following represents the approach for the identification and delineation of project area wetlands using the Routine On-Site Investigation Approach of the 1989 Manual.

Initial activities required in support of a defensible wetland determination and delineation include the acquisition and review of all available mapping, hydrologic, and soils data. Typical information considered during this initial review process includes the following:

x National Wetland Inventory maps; x

U.S. Geological Survey topographic maps; x

Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) soil survey mapping; x

NRCS lists of hydric soils; x

NRCS Food Security Act wetland mapping; x

Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Maps; x

Detailed topographic mapping (1-2 contour intervals); and x

Current aerial photography (1=400, prefer digital).

Stream Identification The field determination of streams as jurisdictional resources will be based upon the presence of an ordinary high water mark, bed and bank, and the presence of documented surface water connections to navigable waters of the United States. According to 33 CFR 328.3, the term ordinary high water mark (OHWM) means the line on the shore established by the fluctuations of water and indicated by physical characteristics such as clear, natural line impressed on the Draft 404 of to issue pe is ed States, includ d States, includ Delineation Manual ineation Manual in January o in Jan l

en area is a wetland for purposes of ea is a wetland for purpos generally accepted guidance document fo accepted guidance docum New Jersey however, has adopted the owever, has adopted the Federal Federal dictional Wetlands ds (Federal Interagency Committee (Federal Interagency Committee referred to as the 1989 Manual) for use as the guid anual) for use as the gui etlands within the State. Accordingly, the 1989 Ma n the State. Accordingly, t sed on SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project.

E NRC Licensing Application P areas that are inundated or saturated by surface o inundated or saturated by surface ration sufficient to support, and under normal circum support, and under norma egetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil ically adapted for life in saturated so diagnostic characteristics with regard to each of th aracteristics with regard to each of th on, hydric soil and wetland hydrology. According to and wetland hydrology. According hree wetland parameters are used in order for the parameters are used in order for the ng represents the approach for the identification a ng represents the approach for the id s using the Routine On-Site Investigation Approach using the Routine On-Site Investigation A al activities required in support of a defensible wet al activities required in support of a defensible we e acquisition and review of all available m acquisition and review of all availabl

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 22 Revision A October 13, 2011 bank, shelving, changes in the character of soil, destruction of terrestrial vegetation, the presence of litter and debris, or other appropriate means that consider the characteristics of the surrounding areas. In general, the OHWM for a stream will be determined through an examination of the recent physical evidence of surface flow in the stream channel. Water-courses that contain bed and bank and exhibit an OHWM will be classified as jurisdictional waters of the United States. Coordination with the USACE is typically necessary for all identified waters of the United States as the USACE will make final determinations on jurisdictional waters.

Potential wetlands associated with the creeks and streams will be distinguished by field observations to determine the extent of adjacent wetlands (see Wetland Data Sheet, Appendix B). Vegetated areas located within stream channel boundaries will be considered part of the stream channel, and therefore, not adjacent wetlands.

Streams and stream crossings will be photographed and documented to characterize the composition of the stream channel, stream width, and adjacent vegetation. GPS and aerial photographic interpretation will be used to determine impacted stream lengths. This information will be subsequently quantified using a geographical information system. A final quality control check will be performed to insure that the impacted stream estimated lengths are accurate.

Wetland Identification Wetlands will be delineated in accordance with the Routine On-Site Investigation Approach of the 1987 Manual within the construction footprint of the new unit and the proposed access road corridor. Potential wetland areas will be considered jurisdictional wetlands if they have observable indicators that meet all three wetland criteria of:

x hydrophytic vegetation x

hydric soils, and x

wetland hydrology In order for a wetland to be considered a jurisdictional water of the United States, the 2001 Supreme Court decision in Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC) versus USACE requires that a wetland be hydrologically connected to a jurisdictional water of the U.S.

Further guidance has been given subsequent to the 2006 Supreme Court decision in Rapanos

v. United States. In accordance with the Rapanos decision, the USACE and USEPA will assert jurisdiction over:

x Traditionally navigable waters (TNW) and wetlands adjacent to TNWs; x

Waters that are not TNWs provided they are relatively permanent waters (i.e., it flows year-round, or at least seasonally, and includes wetlands adjacent to such water bodies if the wetlands directly abut the water body); and x

Waters that are neither TNWs nor relatively permanent waters provided that a significant nexus exists between the water (including adjacent wetlands) and a TNW.

Wetlands will be photographed, documented (vegetation, hydrology and soils) and classified according to the system of Cowardin et al. (1979). The boundary of the wetlands will be mapped with GPS and impacts quantified by GIS.

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ors that meet all three wetland criteria of:

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 23 Revision A October 13, 2011 The wetlands within a given study area will be identified and illustrated using appropriate mapping and graphics. Cultivated palustrine emergent wetlands (i.e., farmed wetlands) will also be shown on NRCS wetland inventory.

Reporting A separate individual Preliminary Jurisdictional Determination Report will be written to document waters of the United States on the project site. Information from the PJD will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.

4.5.1.5 Important Species/Natural Areas Assessment NUREG-1555 (NRC, 1999) defines important species as: (1) species listed or proposed for listing as threatened, endangered, candidate, or of concern in 50 CFR 17.11 and 50 CFR 17.12 (CFR, 2007a), by the USFWS, or the state in which the project is located; (2) commercially or recreationally valuable species; (3) species essential to the maintenance and survival of rare or commercially or recreationally valuable species; (4) species critical to the structure and function of local terrestrial ecosystems; or (5) species that could serve as biological indicators of effects on local terrestrial ecosystems. Important Species potentially occurring within the site boundary and its vicinity will also be evaluated.

Consultation will be conducted with the WDNR (Natural Heritage Program) and USFWS to identify natural areas and species of concern. Furthermore, field observations of rare, threatened and endangered species will be performed in conjunction with other planned field inventories for mammals, birds, herpetofauna, terrestrial vegetation and aquatic biota. Any rare, threatened and endangered species observed as part of the field studies will be photographed, their locations recorded, and the number of individuals will be recorded.

A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the Important Species and Natural Areas Assessment will be included in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 2.4, Ecology.

4.5.2 Aquatic Ecology 4.5.2.1 Adult/Juvenile Fish Community Characterization Objectives The objective of the adult and juvenile fish community is to: characterize typical communities in ponds, small streams, and rivers on the Site and in the Vicinity establish baseline conditions and evaluate project effects.

Field Fish supporting habitats are expected to be limited or absent on the SHINE Site. However, field surveys for adult and juvenile fish will be collected quarterly at two locations in the small streams that receive drainage from the Site. (see Figure 3-1). These include:

Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the Rock River.

Fish will be collected by seining, (6-foot by 6-foot) seine or dip nets will be used to collect fish.

Fish sampling stations will be marked using a GPS receiver and depths will be recorded.

Draft eport will be w rt w om the PJD will be om the PJD will be Report, Section 3.5, Eco Report, Section 3.5, E ment t ies as: (1) species listed or proposed fo (1) species listed or propo r of concern in 50 CFR 17.11 and 50 CFR 17.

n 50 CFR 17.11 and 50 CFR 17.

which the project is located; (2) commercially or ect is located; (2) commercially or s essential to the maintenance and survival of rare maintenance and survival of rare species; (4) species critical to the structure and fun pecies critical to the stru species that could serve as biological indicators of could serve as biological indic portant Species potentially occurring within the site es potentially occurring within the ated.

ted with the WDNR (Natural Heritage Program) an DNR (Natural Heritage Program) d species of concern. Furthermore, field observatio concern. Furthermore, field observati gered species will be performed in conjunction with will be performed in conjunction mals, birds, herpetofauna, terrestrial vegetation an erpetofauna, terrestrial vegetation a ndangered species observed as part of the field st cies observed as part of the field st recorded, and the number of individuals will be rec ecorded, and the number of individuals will be rec e individual report will not be written. Rather, repor e individual report will not be written. R Areas Assessment will be included in the SHINE N Areas Assessment will be included in the S ronmental Report, Section 2.4, Ecology.

onmental Report, Section 2.4, Ec Aquatic Ecology Aquati Adult/Juvenile Fish Community C Adult/Juvenile Fish Commun f the adult and juvenile f the adult and juvenile ams, and rivers on ams, and rivers on cts.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 24 Revision A October 13, 2011 All specimens will be identified. Fish will be identified to the lowest practical taxonomic level -

typically species - and the first 20 individuals of each species will be counted, measured (total length or fork length for species with forked tails, in mm) and examined for external abnormalities. Other large aquatic organisms that may be encountered in adult/juvenile fish surveys (e.g., snapping turtles, etc.) will also be measured by carapace length. Except for reference specimens, fish will be processed immediately after sampling in an effort to return as many to the system alive as possible. Certain specimens (small individuals or those of questionable identity) will be preserved in 10 percent formalin and returned to the laboratory for processing. A reference collection of each species encountered in the study will be prepared and maintained. The exceptions will be species listed as threatened or endangered in Wisconsin or in the United States. Field data will be kept separate by gear type, sampling date, and station.

Report and Data Analysis A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the aquatic ecology assessment will be included in an annual report submitted to WDNR in support of the scientific collecting permit and in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.

4.5.2.2 Benthic Invertebrate Characterization Objectives The objectives the benthic macroinvertebrate surveys are to:

1. Characterize typical communities in small creeks on the Site or in the Vicinity to establish baseline conditions and evaluate project effects.

Field Procedures Macroinvertebrate samples will be collected on two occasions (spring and fall) at the following locations as illustrated in Figure 3-1:

Two locations on the unnamed tributary of the Rock River.

Benthic macroinvertebrates will be collected by petite ponar or Eckman dredge samplers. Two separate samples will be collected from each station in each survey period. A sample will consist of a single grab with the dredge. Samples will be sieved through a No. 35 (approximately 500 mesh) wash frame or sieve bucket, and will be preserved with 10 percent formalin. Samples will be placed in labeled (interior and exterior) 1 liter plastic jars and transported to the AMECs St. Louis laboratory.

Habitat data will also be collected at each sample location. Water depth, temperature, conductivity, and substrate characteristics will be recorded. A waypoint designation with a hand-held GPS instrument in latitude/longitude coordinates will be collected for all sample locations.

Laboratory Processing Upon arrival in the laboratory, samples will be assigned a project-specific code and a sample number in accordance with the Sample Log-In Procedures of Appendix C (Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure). Processing of samples will follow the procedures provided in Appendix D (Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure).

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 25 Revision A October 13, 2011 In the laboratory, samples will be rinsed through a 500 mesh sieve to remove preservative and fine sediments. Large organic material not removed in the field will be rinsed and visually inspected. Samples will be sorted under a 10x magnifier lamp. Organisms will be separated from debris and placed in vials containing 80 percent isopropyl. One of the vials will contain slide-mountable organisms (oligochaetes and Chironomidae), and the other will contain all other organisms. Samples will be sorted to a fixed-number target of 200 identifiable (i.e., not including damaged organisms or very early instars) organisms. If over 250 organisms, are anticipated to be in the sample, subsampling may be performed. This procedure will be conducted using a gridded pan from which numbered grids will be randomly selected. However, if subsampling is used, the unpicked portion of the sample will be briefly (10 - 15 minutes) examined for large and/or rare taxa that may not have been encountered in the subsample.

Sorting efficiency will be monitored throughout the project. After samples are sorted, the debris will be placed back in the sample jar and retained until the sorter passes a quality control check.

Organisms will be identified to the lowest practical taxon, typically genus, using keys in Merritt, Cummins, and Berg (2007) and other taxonomic literature for insects, Thorp and Covich (2002),

and/or Pennak (1989) and other taxonomic literature for non-insects such as crustaceans and mollusks. Oligochaetes will be identified using Kathman and Brinkhurst (1998). A reference collection for the project will be prepared and maintained, and will be available for examination by agency personnel, or interested parties designated by SHINE.

QA/QC Procedures In accordance with AMECs Ecology QA Procedures, 14 percent of each sorters completed samples will be checked for thoroughness. If less than 95 percent of the organisms were found by the sorter, the samples will be resorted and rechecked until at least 90 percent (overall) efficiency is achieved. Additionally, a project voucher collection shall be made containing specimens of all identified taxa. Voucher specimens shall be verified by a second taxonomist to ensure accuracy.

Additional Considerations Macroinvertebrate data will be summarized by calculating the following characteristics for each sample:

x Abundance (Density for ponar samples) x Total richness; x

Ephemeroptera, Plecoptera, and Trichoptera (EPT) richness; x

Shannon diversity; and x

Hilsenhoff biotic index.

Taxa richness will be calculated by counting all taxa, including those only encountered in the large and rare search. Likewise, EPT richness will be calculated by counting each taxon in these three orders, including those only encountered in the large and rare search. Biotic index values will be calculated using the formula:

BI = (XiTi/n) where Xi = number of individuals in taxon i, Ti = tolerance value of taxon i, and n = number of organisms in the sample. Tolerance values used for this calculation will be based on multiple Draft e of t d the othe 200 identifiable identifiable ms. If over 250 organ ms. If over 250 orga ormed. This procedure w rmed. This procedu rids will be randomly selected.

s will be randomly sel ample will be briefly (10 - 15 minute e will be briefly (10 - 15 m have been encountered in the subsample n encountered in the subs the project. After samples are sorted, the debr fter samples are sorted, the debr ained until the sorter passes a quality control check orter passes a quality control chec t practical taxon, typically genus, using keys in Me on, typically genus, using keys in M taxonomic literature for insects, Thorp and Covich terature for insects, Thorp an xonomic literature for non-insects such as crustace ature for non-insects such as crust dentified using Kathman and Brinkhurst (1998). A r Kathman and Brinkhurst (1998). A e prepared and maintained, and will be available fo maintained, and will be available f erested parties designated by SHINE.

es designated by SHI AMECs Ecology QA Procedures, 14 percent of ea ogy QA Procedures, 14 percent of e hecked for thoroughness. If less than 95 percent o oughness. If less than 95 percent o he samples will be resorted and rechecked until at e samples will be resorted and rechecked until at achieved. Additionally, a proj achieved. Additionally, a project voucher collectio ect s of all identified taxa. Voucher spec s of all identified taxa. Voucher specimens shall b im accuracy.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 26 Revision A October 13, 2011 information sources. These include Hilsenhoff (1987), Lenat (1993) and Bode et al. (1996).

Tolerance values, and thus the biotic index, range from 0 to 10, with higher values indicating more pollution tolerance by the taxon or community. Finally, Shannon diversity index will be calculated using the formula:

SDI = - (pi)(ln pi) where p = the proportion of the sample belonging to taxon i. Sample characteristics will be compared between stations and between seasons. For stream samples, the data will be used to establish baseline conditions in and near the study area.

Vulnerable (pollution-intolerant) species that are encountered in samples will be noted.

Additionally, a literature search of the results of other surveys conducted in the sampling area will be performed. State listed (threatened or endangered) species will likewise be noted.

Reporting A separate individual report will not be written. Rather, reporting for the aquatic ecology assessment will be included in an annual report submitted to WDNR in support of the scientific collecting permit and in the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmental Report, Section 3.5, Ecology.

4.5.3 References Bode, R.W., M.A. Novak, and L.E. Abele. 1996. Quality assurance work plan for biological stream monitoring in New York state. Unpublished report prepared for New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

Hilsenhoff, W.L. 1987. An improved biotic index of organic stream pollution. Great Lakes Entomologist 20:31-39.

Kathman, R.D. and R.O. Brinkhurst. 1998. Guide to the freshwater oligochaetes of North America. Aquatic Resources Center, College Grove, TN. 264 pp.

Lenat, D.R. 1993. A biotic index for the southeastern United States: derivation and list of tolerance values with criteria for assigning water quality ratings. Journal of the North American Benthological Society 12:279-290.

Merritt, R.W., K.W. Cummins, and M.L. Berg (eds.). 2007. An introduction to the aquatic insects of North America. 4th edition. Kendall/Hunt, Dubuque, IA.

Pennak, R.W. 1989. Freshwater invertebrates of the United States - Protozoa to Mollusca, 3rd edition. John Wiley & Sons, New York. 628 pp.

Thorp, J.H. and A.P. Covich. 2001. Ecology and classification of North American freshwater invertebrates. Academic Press, San Diego, CA.

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be written. Rather, reporting for the aquatic ecology ather, reporting for the aquatic e annual report ssubmitted to WDNR in support of the ubmitted to WDNR in support of NE NRC Licensing Application Project Environmen sing Application Project Environme Novak, and L.E. Abele. 1996. Quality assurance w E. Abele. 1996. Quality assurance monitoring in New York state. Unpublished report p oring in New York state. Unpublished report p rtment of Environmental Conservation.

ment of Environmental Conse off, W.L. 1987. An improved biotic index of organi ff, W.L. 1987. An improved biotic index Entomologist 20:31-39.

Entomologist 20:31-39.

thman, R.D. and R.O. Brinkhurst. 1998. Guide hman, R.D. and R.O. Brinkhurst. 1998. Guide America. Aquatic Resources Center, Co America. Aquatic Resources Ce R. 1993. A biotic index for the so R. 1993. A biotic index for the nce values with criteria for a nce values with criteria for n Benthological Societ n Benthological Socie Cummins, an Cummins, an Americ Ameri

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 27 Revision A October 13, 2011 5.0 Historic and Cultural Resources 5.1 Objectives The purpose of this chapter is to establish a consistent procedure to perform historical and cultural resources investigations conducted by AMEC in conjunction with the SHINE NRC Licensing Application at Rock County, Janesville, Wisconsin (see Figure 1-1).

5.2 Scope This ER Work Plan is applicable to all historic properties investigations performed by AMEC personnel. It provides procedures that are specific to the SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project documentation requirements. Historic properties inventory work to be performed is required to satisfy regulatory requirements for documenting and characterizing environmental conditions of the project vicinity and site, and in evaluating potential construction phase and operational phase effects.

Information collected from field work will be used to supplement that developed through map analysis/internet searches and consultation to support the characterization and assessment of impacts to historic resources. Such information will include the following:

x Description of known archaeological and cultural resources conducted in the vicinity of the proposed action and provide an overview of the area's cultural history, including summaries of historical and cultural resource surveys conducted in the area and the types of resources discovered; x

Summarized results of archaeological or historical surveys conducted at the proposed site, including the following:

o Map and description of the physical extent of the survey, and/or the area of potential effect (APE). If the entire site was not surveyed, the basis for the limited survey is needed; o Brief description of the survey techniques used to conduct the survey; o Qualifications of the surveyors; and, o Survey findings in sufficient detail to permit an assessment of the potential impact of the proposed action on archaeological and historic resources; x

Description of any reconnaissance or pedestrian surveys of the proposed site, and consultation efforts with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), American Indian Tribe(s), and/or members of the public used to assess the presence of historic and cultural resources within the APE; x

List of cultural and historic properties located within the proposed site or within the APE (These properties are included in State or local registers or inventories of historic and archaeological resources. Guidance can be found on the U.S. National Park Service website at http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/publications);

x A statement of the significance or importance of each cultural resource potentially affected; and, x

Comments from SHPO, Tribal Historic Preservation Office (THPO), or any organizations and individuals contacted by the applicant/licensee who provided significant information concerning the location of cultural and historic properties.

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n with t e Figure 1-1 gu es investigations performed by A nvestigations performe o the SHINE NRC Licensing Applicat SHINE NRC Licensing A operties inventory work to be performed is ventory work to be perform documenting and characterizing environmental and characterizing environmental d in evaluating potential construction phase and potential construction phase and will be used to supplement that developed through to supplement that developed t nsultation to support the characterization and asse upport the characterization and ass Such information will include the following:

n will include the followi archaeological and cultural resources conducted i nd cultural resources condu on and provide an overview of the area's cultural h de an overview of the area's cultural h storical and cultural resource surveys conducted in ultural resource surveys conducted i urces discovered; red; ed results of archaeological or hi chaeolog storical surveys co rical surveys c luding the following:

ding the following:

Map and description of the physical ext Map and description of the phy ent of the f th potential effect (APE). If the entire site wa potential effect (APE). If the entir s no survey is needed; survey is needed; o Brief description of the survey technique Brief description of the survey techniq o Qualifications of the surveyors; and, he surveyors; and, o Survey findings in sufficient detail to ufficie impact of the proposed action on ed ac escription of any reconnaissance or escription of any reconnaissanc sultation efforts with the State H sultation efforts with the Stat

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 28 Revision A October 13, 2011 5.3 Previous Studies No information is currently available regarding cultural resources investigations conducted at the SHINE Site location.

5.4 Regulatory Basis In addition to the requirements of NEPA and NUREG 1555, several other regulatory drivers are applicable to this section. The responsibility for protection of historic properties has also been assigned to the HPO in accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. The baseline data collected in these studies will also be utilized to support potential future construction and operational activities and to address the concerns of the many agencies and insure compliance with these laws and regulations.

5.5 Site and Vicinity Boundary In this study element the site boundary definition outlined in Chapter 1 will be used. The site boundary generally coincides with properties currently owned by SHINE, LLC. However, as required by NUREG-1555 part 2.5.3 a description of historic properties will be required within a radius of 10 miles of the site.

5.6 Historic Properties Assessment 5.6.1 Background Research and the Site Location Model AMEC will conduct a background literature search prior to any fieldwork. Previously identified archaeological sites and National Register historic properties will be identified within a 10 mile radius of the plant location. This information will be used to produce a Site Location Model (SLM). The SLM will be constructed from information gleaned from the background research including (but not limited to) cultural resource reports on file at the HPO, National Register Files, aerial photographs, and local county histories.

5.6.2 Phase I Survey Methods Field Methodology Phase I survey methodology will be consistent with the methodology established by the Wisconsin SHPO for conducting Phase I surveys. Specific methodology will be determined following consultation with the SHPO. However, field investigations are expected to include visual assessment and shovel testing to identify potential unrecorded sites.

Accessible areas on the site that exhibit sufficient surface visibility will be examined by pedestrian survey. If sites are identified during the pedestrian survey, horizontal boundaries will be mapped and recorded. Shovel test pits (STPs) will be excavated within the site to determine if the vertical distribution of artifacts extends below the plow zone.

Laboratory Analysis Artifacts will be washed and air dried and placed in archival bags with permanent provenience designation and listed in an artifact inventory. Artifact analysis will focus on attributes that can define site chronology, cultural affiliation and function. Each artifact will be entered into an Draft everal other regula everal other regula of historic properties has of historic properties the National Historic Preserva e National Historic P ill also be utilized to support potent so be utilized to support o address the concerns of the many age ss the concerns of the man lations.

y definition outlined in Chapter 1 will be used. The utlined in Chapter 1 will be u properties currently owned by SHINE, LLC. Howev rently owned by SHINE, LLC. Ho 5.3 a description of historic properties will be requi ion of historic properties will be requ ties Assessment ment Research and the Site Location Model d the Site Location Mod ct a background literature search prior to any fieldw d literature search prior to any fieldw sites and National Register historic properties will sites and National Register historic properties will e plant location. This information will be used to pro plant location. This information w The SLM will be constructed from information glean he SLM will be constructed from inform ng (but not limited to) cultural resource reports on f ng (but not limited to) cultural resource report al photographs, and local county histories.

al photographs, and local county histories.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan 29 Revision A October 13, 2011 artifact access database with each artifact assemblage described and manipulated by site and presented in tabular format in the draft and final reports.

Reporting A Draft Report will be prepared following the guidelines for Phase I Reports as outlined by the Wisconsin SHPO. The Draft Report will include the results of the background research, a discussion of the culture history of the area, field and laboratory methodology, descriptions of sites, any re-visitation of previously identified sites, the National Register eligibility recommendation for each site, and an assessment of projects effects for each site. Site maps, project maps, photographs of each site and an artifact database will be included with the Draft Report. The Draft Report will be submitted by the client for review by the Wisconsin SHPO.

Agency comments will be included in the Final Report that will be submitted upon the completion of the Draft Report review process and results will also be incorporated into the ER.

5.7 References U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. 1999. NUREG-1555: Environmental Standard Review Plan. Standard Review Plans for Environmental Reviews for Nuclear Power Plants.

Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation. Washington, DC. 1137 pp.

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effects for each ts fo ase will be included ase will be included r review by the Wisconsin review by the Wisco t that will be submitted upon the t will be submitted upon results will also be incorporated into the will also be incorporated i 1999. NUREG-1555: Environmental Standard R EG-1555: Environmental s for Environmental Reviews for Nuclear Power P mental Reviews for Nuclear P Regulation. Washington, DC. 1137 pp.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Revision A October 13, 2011 Appendix A Chain-of-Custody Procedures Draft ndix AA ustody Procedures dy Procedures

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan A-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Sample Custody Scope and Applicability The Chain of Custody procedures will be followed whenever samples are transported to a laboratory for processing and analysis.

Chain of Custody Form The Chain of Custody (COC) Form (Figure A-1) documents the custody transfer of samples from the sampler to another person, to the courier, or to/from a designated project laboratory.

The chain of custody form will be filled out in ink, signed or initialed, and dated. No erasures should be made. If an incorrect entry is made, the information will be crossed out with a single strike mark that is signed or initialed and dated by the sampler. The chain of custody form will be completed to include date and time of sample, number of containers submitted, collectors initials, and any comments regarding sample condition. The chain of custody form requires appropriate signatures for the sample cooler preparer and the individual relinquishing sample custody to the courier. Information required on the custody form includes the following:

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Project information (reference name and number),

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Names of the individuals collecting the samples,

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Place the office phone number and fax number on the form,

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Project location,

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Client name, address, and name of client project manager,

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Sample information:

a) Sample identification/name b) Sample date and time c) Collection method d) Sample contents or type of sample collected e) Number of containers for the sample f) Comments regarding any samples

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Page number of total number of pages,

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Signatures, date, and time of sample custody and sample relinquishment.

The signatures of all individuals that retain the custody of the samples are required to maintain a continuous chain of custody from field collection through laboratory processing. The signatures, dates and times of relinquishment and receiving are required as follows:

1. Individual that prepared the sample cooler for sample collection,
2. Individual that collected the samples and maintains samples during collection,
3. Individuals receiving the samples from the collectors (any additional individual that the collectors have turned the samples over to maintain before arriving at the laboratory), and
4. Laboratory personnel that accept the samples upon delivery into the laboratory for processing.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan A-5 Revision A October 13, 2011 Sample Packaging and Shipment The following sample packaging and shipment procedures are to ensure that the samples will arrive at the laboratory with the chain-of-custody and sample bags intact.

a. The field sampler will be personally responsible for the care and custody of the samples until they are transferred or properly dispatched.
b. Sample containers will be identified by use of sample labels with sampling location (PLANT NAME Plant), AMEC Project Number, collection method, date and time of collection, the collectors initials, and the number of sample containers.
c. Sample labels will be completed using waterproof ink unless prohibited by weather conditions. If an incorrect entry is made, the information will be crossed out with a single strike mark that is signed or initialed and dated by the sampler.
d. Samples will be accompanied by a properly completed chain-of-custody form that contains the associated sample information. When transferring the possession of samples, the individuals relinquishing and receiving will sign, date, and note the time on the form.
e. Sample bags will be placed in a sample cooler along with enough ice to ensure that the bags/specimens remain preserved and do not get damaged. Additional insulation material such as Styrofoam peanuts or additional bubble pack may be used to ensure the sampling bags are secure or fill any remaining void space in the sample cooler.
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Sample cooler lids will be securely closed and taped across with custody tape (placed on the front right and rear left of the cooler lid). The sample cooler will then be sealed shut with shipping tape to ensure the cooler doesnt open during shipment to the AMEC Laboratory. If the cooler has a drain, ensure that it has been closed and taped over for shipment.

g. Affix properly completed shipping label to the cooler and send sample cooler to the appropriate laboratory for analysis.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Vegetation Monitoring Data Sheet Terrestrial Community:

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Revision A October 13, 2011 Aviformes Survey Data Sheet - Roadside Survey AMEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc.

Page__ of __

Project #: 3250085298 Project Name: SHINE NRC Licensing Application Location:

Date:

Time:

Personnel:

Sky Code 0 - Few clouds 1 - Partly cloudy - scattered or variable sky 2 - Cloudy - cloudy or overcast 3 - Fog or smoke 4 - Drizzle or light rain (not affecting hearing ability) 5 - Snow 6 - Showers - showers affecting hearing ability - do not conduct survey Wind Speed: Beaufot Scale 0 - Calm - (<1 mph) smoke rises vertically 1 - Light Air - (1-3 mph) smoke drifts, weather vane inactive 2 - Light Breeze - (4-7 mph) leaves rustle, can feel wind on face 3 - Gentle Breeze - (8-12 mph) leaves and twigs move around, small flag extends 4 - Moderate Breeze - (13-18 mph) moves thin branches, raises loose papers 5 - Fresh Breeze - (>19 mph) small trees begin to sway Site Name/No.:

Temperature:

Wind Code:

Sky Code:

Transect Stopping Points (1, 2, )

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-4 Revision A October 13, 2011 DATA FORM ROUTINE WETLAND DETERMINATION (1987 COE Wetlands Delineation Manual)

Project/Site:

Date:

Applicant/Owner:

County:

Investigator:

State:

Do normal circumstances exist on the site?

Yes No Community ID:

Is the site significantly disturbed (atypical situation)?

Yes No Transect ID:

Is the area a potential problem area?

Yes No Plot ID:

(If needed, explain on reverse)

Remarks:

VEGETATION Dominant Plant Species Stratum Indicator

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Percent of Dominant Species that are OBL, FACW, or FAC (excluding FAC-):

Hydrophytic Vegetation?

Yes No Remarks:

HYDROLOGY Wetland Hydrology Indicators:

Recorded Data (describe in remarks):

Primary Indicators Stream, Lake, or Tide Gauge Inundated Aerial Photographs Saturated in upper 12 inches Other Water Marks Drift Lines No Recorded Data Available Sediment Deposits Drainage Patterns in Wetlands Field Observations:

Secondary Indicators (2 or more required)

Depth of Surface Water:

(in.)

Oxidized Root Channels in Upper 12 Inches Depth to Free Water in Pit:

(in.)

Water-Stained Leaves Depth to Saturated Soil:

(in.)

Local Soil Survey Data FAC-Neutral Test Wetland Hydrology?

Yes No Other (Explain in Remarks)

Remarks:

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Transect ID:

Plot ID:

Plot ID:

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-5 Revision A October 13, 2011 SOILS Map Unit Name (Series and Phase):

Drainage Class:

Taxonomy (Subgroup):

Field Observations Confirm Mapped Type?

Yes No Profile Description Depth (inches)

Horizon Matrix Color (Munsell Moist)

Mottle Color (Munsell Moist)

Mottle Abundance/Contrast

Texture, Concretions, Structure, etc.

Hydric Soil Indicators Histosol Concretions Histic Epipedon High Organic Content in Surface Layer in Sandy Soils Sulfidic Odor Listed on Local Hydric Soils List Aquic Moisture Regime Listed on National Hydric Soils List Reducing Conditions Other (Explain in Remarks)

Gleyed or Low Chroma Colors Is the hydric soil criterion met?

Yes No Remarks:

WETLAND DETERMINATION Hydrophytic Vegetation Present?

Yes No Wetland Hydrology Present?

Yes No Hydric Soils Present?

Yes No Is this Sampling Point Within a Wetland?

Yes No Remarks:

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Revision A October 13, 2011 AMEC FISHERIES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE 1 OF 2)

Project No.:

3250115519 Date:

Investigators:

Site:

Creek Designation:

Gear:

Tide Stage*:

F1 F2 FS E1 E2 ES Other Weather:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Wind:

N NE E SE S SW W NW Wave Height**: 1 2 3 4 5 Start Time:

End Time:

Air Temperature:

Surface Water Temperature:

Surface Salinity:

Surface Dissolved Oxygen:

Depth of Water: Min.

Max.

Depth of Sample: Min.

Max.

Depth Strata:

Water Clarity:

Start Lat: E Start Long:

E Stop Lat:

E Stop Long:

E YSI #

YSI Calibrated:

Yes No Dockside Check List:

Yes No Notes:

Species (Common Name)

Length (mm)

Weight (g)

Condition (Live, Dead, etc.)

Abnor -

malities Batch Age Category Batch Count Batch Weight (g)

Vouch er Comments/Description of Sampling Conditions QC Page of Proof 1 by: Date:

Proof 2 by: Date:

Input by: Date:

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Revision A October 13, 2011 AMEC FISHERIES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE 2 OF 2)

Species (Common Name)

Length (mm)

Weight (g)

Condition (Live, Dead, etc.)

Abnor -

malities Batch Age Category Batch Count Batch Weight (g)

Vouch er Comments/Description of Sampling Conditions QC Page of Proof 1 by: Date:

Proof 2 by: Date:

Input by: Date:

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    • Wave Height 1 - Calm (0 inches) 2 - Slight (0 to 6 inches) 3 - Moderate (6 to 18 inches) 4 - Rough (18 inches to 4 feet) 5 - Very Rough (4 to 8 feet)

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Revision A October 13, 2011 AMEC BENTHIC MACROINVERTEBRATES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE 1 OF 2)

Project No.:

3250115519 Date:

Investigators:

Site:

Creek Designation:

Gear:

Tide Stage*:

F1 F2 FS E1 E2 ES Other Weather:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Wind:

N NE E SE S SW W NW Wave Height**: 1 2 3 4 5 Start Time:

End Time:

Air Temperature:

Surface Water Temperature:

Surface Salinity:

Surface Dissolved Oxygen:

Depth of Water: Min.

Max.

Depth of Sample: Min.

Max.

Depth Strata:

Water Clarity:

Start Lat: E Start Long:

E Stop Lat:

E Stop Long:

E YSI #

YSI Calibrated:

Yes No Dockside Check List:

Yes No Notes:

Sample Number Site/Station/Replicate Date Method Number of Jars QC Page of Proof 1 by: Date:

Proof 2 by: Date:

Input by: Date:

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Revision A October 13, 2011 AMEC BENTHIC MACROINVERTEBRATES FIELD DATA FORM (PAGE 2 OF 2)

Sample Number Site/Station/Replicate Date Method Number of Jars QC Page of Proof 1 by: Date:

Proof 2 by: Date:

Input by: Date:

  • Tide Stage F1 - Flood 1 - First half of the flood tide F2 - Flood 2 - Second half of the flood tide FS - Flood Slack E1 - Ebb 1 - First half of the ebb tide E2 - Ebb 2 - Second half of the ebb tide ES - Ebb Slack Other - Extremely high or low tides (provide detail in notes Weather 1 - Clear/Sunny 6 - Fog 2 - Partly Cloudy 7 - Snow 3 - Overcast 8 - Other 4 - Light Rain 9 -- Hazy 5 - Heavy Rain
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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-10 Revision A October 13, 2011 Project Personnel Identification Sheet Project Name: SHINE NRC Licensing Application Project Number:

3250115519 Printed Initials*

Printed Name Signature 1

2 3

4 5

6 7

8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

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Collection Data Sorting Identification Sample ID Collection Date

  1. Jars/

Containers Collection Method Collectors Sorted-Picked by/Date/Time Total #

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Voucher Collection Specimen Location:

Voucher No.

Sample ID (Source of Voucher Specimen)

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Project Number: 3250115519 Sample ID Deviation, Issue, or Incident Occurring to Sample Date of Occurrence Initials Informed Lab or Project Manager Corrective Action (CA)

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan B-18 Revision A October 13, 2011 DAILY BRIEFING AND SITE SIGN-IN SHINE NRC LICENSING APPLICATION AMEC PROJECT NO. 3250115519 Topics:

Date:

Instructor:

Printed Name Signature Attendees:

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Revision A October 13, 2011 Appendix C Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure Draft ndix CC oratory Sample Log-In y Sample Log-In Procedure edure

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan C-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Ecology Laboratory Sample Log-In Procedure Scope and Applicability This SOP is applicable to all aquatic ecological samples being sent to the Ecology Laboratory for sample processing conducted by AMEC personnel. This SOP governs treatment of samples after they are received by the laboratory via chain of Custody or direct transport by field sampling teams.

Procedures Sample Logging Field Team Leader Responsibilities When the samples are brought into the lab, the Field Team Leader will:

9 Put all samples in order according to sampling station and date of collection.

9 Check all samples to make sure they are preserved properly and lids are on tight.

9 Make sure all field collection sheets are filled out properly with date, initials, sample locations, etc.

9 Inventory samples to make sure all field sheets and labels on jars agree.

9 Leave all samples and data sheets in the order in which they are to be logged in the lab (This is important, as the lab personnel may not be familiar with the project and station sample numbering scheme).

9 Make sure a log book is available for the project.

Logging Procedures Fill out sample log completely. Appendix B provides an example of logbook data forms.

Fisheries Sample Naming Convention This information should be on the sample jar and on the data sheet. Sampling sites and stations are project specific and typically use five separate fields to create unique sample identification numbers. Prior to any field data collection, the AMEC Project Manager, in consultation with the AMEC QA/QC Officer will devise and agree upon a project specific naming convention which will be used by all field crews.

Number of Jar Fill in the number of jars used when the sample was collected. The number of jars used should be on the jar label. If more than one jar is used, jar labels should indicate 1 of 2, 2 of 2 for two jars. The data sheets should also indicate the number of jars used for the sample.

Collection Method This refers to how the sample was collected and should be indicated on the field data sheet.

Example:

1

= Electrofishing 2

= Gill net 3

= Trawl 4 = Seine 5

= Ichthyoplankton - Sled (bottom)

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Leader will to sampling station and date of collection.

and date of c they are preserved properly and lids are on tight.

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= Ichthyoplankton - Push nets (top) 7

= Impingement 8

= Entrainment 9

= Hoop Net Collection Date Collection date refers to the date the sample was collected. This information will be on the jar label and on the field data sheet. All dates will be listed in the order of month, day, and year.

Collectors This refers to the personnel who collected the sample. Their initials should be on the jar label and on the field data sheet.

Sample Labels A label indicating the sample code will be placed inside and outside of each jar. From this point on all samples will be referred to by the sample code.

Outside Label On each jar place a circular tag indicating the sample code the sample was given in the log book. If more than one jar was used for the sample, place a tag on each jar.

x For ichthyoplankton samples use green tags.

x For fish samples use yellow tags.

x Write sample code legibly with a waterproof pen.

x Make sure the number on the tag agrees with the number in the log book.

Inside Label Inside of each jar place a label indicating the sample code.

x Use waterproof paper.

Write in pencil (or waterproof ink) only.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan Revision A October 13, 2011 Appendix D Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure Draft pendix DD boratory Sample Sort ory Sample So Procedure rocedure

SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan D-1 Revision A October 13, 2011 Ecology Laboratory Sample Sorting Procedure Scope and Applicability This SOP is applicable to sample sorting conducted by the ESCI laboratory personnel.

Procedures Sample Sorting Initiation Check log book for project. Projects will have separate logbooks. All samples should be sorted by numerical order. Find the number of the next sample to be sorted. This should be apparent by a blank in sorted column of the log sheets. Place initials in the appropriate sorted/picked columns at the beginning of the sample sorting process and place the completion date in the column when you have completed sorting the sample.

Find the appropriate sample on the project shelf. Take the next sample in the numerical order of the samples that needs to be processed (Do Not Skip Samples).

Sample Rinse Rinse contents of sample into the project appropriate size sieve if the sample contains mostly detritus or light material such as silt or clay.

x Rinse jar and lid thoroughly.

x Use a 35 for all benthic invertebrate sample sorting.

x Subsampling will be performed using a gridded pan. Grids will be numbered and will be randomly selected and completely picked until 200 identifiable (excluding very early instars and changed damaged specimens) are obtained.

Sorting Preparation Get clean vials out of lab supplies for sample processing.

x Label each vial with the sample code.

x Fill each vial 1/2 full of 75 percent (%) alcohol for benthic samples.

Sample Starting Place a small amount of sample from the sieve in to a white sorting pan with enough water to cover the material. Usually 1/4 inch of water is enough.

x AT LEAST 3/4 of the white pan should be visible in the bottom of the pan.

Sample Sorting Sort through the white pan completely while looking through the magnifier lamp. Move all detritus and sand around with forceps. The white pan has sections on the bottom of it that can be used as a grid to follow to ensure that the entire pan has been sorted. Once the entire pan has been sorted through then swish the pan contents around and sort through it again. Repeat the swishing and sorting of the pan until the pan has been sorted through twice without finding any animals.

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SHINE NRC Licensing Application AMEC Project #3250115519 Environmental Report Work Plan D-2 Revision A October 13, 2011 Sample Sorting Cycle Rinse remaining contents (debris and sand) of the white pan after it has been sorted into a separate sieve. Put a waterproof label in this sieve indicating the sample code and that it is the sorted material. Continue steps above until entire unprocessed sample sieve contents have been sorted and are in the processed/sorted sieve.

Sample Processing Completion Rinse all debris in the sample processed sieve back into the original sample jar. Put an additional label on the jar indicating the following information - sorters initials, date sorted, and the number of organisms obtained from the sample. Place the jar on the project specific shelf marked for QA/QC jars. Place jars back on the shelf in numerical order.

Place the sample vials in to vial rack marked for the project. Put the empty labeled vial in slot if no animals were found.

Sorting Documentation Fill out appropriate log book accordingly indicating:

x Your initials and date.

x Time required for sorting.

x Total number of organisms collected from the sample.

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