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KERNWOOD COUNTRY CLUB (002) 1919 0-0-1111-0 MJLJLJLLA firmwuub Toutarg T tth P.O.SOX 106 SALEM,MA 01970 TIM LYNCH (978)745-1210 GENERALMANAGER FAX(978)745-6916 I —ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING SERVICE 172 Lincoln Street t� Worcester, MA 01605-3750 508-792-2225 • Fax: 508-792-2226 I, Arthur Allen,CPSS Senior Environmental Scientist Soil Scientist Biography: Arthur Allen is an environmental scientist with a background in soils, geology, forestry, hydrology and ecology. His work with EcoTec involves wetland delineation, permitting and reviews for private landowners, developers, major corporations and regulatory agencies in addition to contaminated site assessment and the description, mapping and interpretation of soils. Prior to joining EcoTec,'Mr. Allen mapped and interpreted soils in Franklin County, MA for the U.S.D.A. Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) and was a research soil scientist at Harvard University's Harvard Forest. Since 1994, Mr. Allen has been assisting the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions as an instructor in the interpretation of soils for wetland delineation and for the Title V Soil Evaluator program. Mr. Allen has a civil service rating as a soil scientist, an undergraduate degree in Natural Resource Studies and a post-graduate certificate in Soil Studies. His work on the Franklin County soil survey involved interpretation of landscape-soil-water relationships, classifying soils and drainage, and determining use and limitation of the soil units that he delineated. As a soil scientist at the Harvard Forest, Mr. Allen was involved in identifying the legacies of historical land-use in modern soil and vegetation at a number of study sites across southern New England. He has a working knowledge of the chemical and physical properties of soil and water and how these properties interact with the plants that grow on a given site. While at Harvard Forest he ;shored and presented several papers describing his research results which were later published. In addition to his aforementioned experience, Mr. Allen was previously employed by the Trustees of Reservations as a land manager and by the Town of North Andover,MA as a conservation commission intern. Education: 1993-Graduate Certificate in Soil Studies,University of New Hampshire 1982-Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Studies,University of Massachusetts Professional Affiliations: Certified Professional Soil Scientist(ARCPACS CPSS#22529) New Hampshire Certified Wetland Scientist(#019) Registered Professional Soil Scientist-Society of Soil Scientists of Southern New England Massachusetts Arborists Association-Certified Arborist(1982— 1998) Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions-Member Society of Wedand Scientists-Member Refereed Publications: Soil Science and Survey at Harvard Forest. A.Allen,In: Soil Survey Horizons. Vol. 36, No. 4, 1995,pp. 133-142. Controlling Site to Evaluate History: Vegetation Patterns of a New England Sand Plain. 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Salem r `\ .- • _ll 11/< •'Commo •�-/, � _ p '* Y ."tll./ '- Pant i /-..._ � !. - • '' ��d'�°\ r t `"• .. t n J• '' �,St Iii ' '•S �, -.\ Vit' Hj,.� �t'st - C:.sone te - - t I \ -i ,�/ II a rte k t �'- ._ c: — hart � s � ' light s� Long Point S A�L-E U.S.G.S. Topographic Mapove I r Salem Quadrangle gkp t �.Paimec _ 1:25,000^Scale, 1985 Metric j ; / -9 ? n y �r/. /� r Ql�j .. 3, s y •o�Park� Pick erl;h9 + int st \ 1.;. /O/29/9l �.P✓v�wooG� � — Sq�1�.-.-� -- %L n� `,o le. Section H. Indicators of Hydrology Hydric Soil Interpretation Z Other Indicators of Hydrology: (check all that apply and describe) 1. Soil Survey . ❑ Site Inundated: Is there a published soil survey for this site? Yes No 0 Depth to fret water in observation hole: Title/date: Map number: 0 Depth to soil saturation in observation hole: Soil type mapped: Hydric soil inclusions: 0 Water marks: Are field observations consistent ❑ Drift lines: with soil survey? Yes No 0 Sediment deposits: Remarks: 0 Drainage patterns in BVW: 2. Soil Description ❑ Oxidized rliizospheres: Horizon Depth Matrix Color Mottles Color ❑ Water-stained leaves: ❑ Recorded data (stream, lake, or tidal gauge; aerial photo; Ap O �g /0 yle 31L other): ❑ Other z IDYIe 5"/V4--%' /OY� /�- 1 JeL /� L•�S/�/ �O��`'rie Z. sYS/z Vegetation and Hydrology Conclusion w Z Yes No Number of wetland indicator plants 2 number of non-wetland indicator plants V Remarks: Wetland hydrology present: Hydric soil present 3. Other: VC>0 `J Other indicators of hydrology (/ Conclusion: Is soil hydric? Yes fro Present Sample location is in a BVW Submit(his john with(he Request jor Determination afApplicobility or Notice ofrntent DEP Bordering Vegetated Wetland (310 CMR 10.55) Delineation Field Data Form pplicant: Prepared by: A.Allen—EcoTec Project location: Kentwood CC. Saleun-126' bole DEP File# beck all that apply: Vegetation alone presaued adequate to delineate BVW boundary: fill out Section I only Vegetation and other indicators of hydrology used to delineate B V W boundary: fill out Sections I and II Method other than donning nce test used(attach addition information) 'eetion I. Vegetation Observation Plot Nmuber. TP-2 Transect Nanber. 1 Date of Delineation: 10/29/99 Sample Layer and Plant Species B. Percent Cover C. Percent D. Dominant Plant E.Wetland Indicator (by corumou/scientific name) (or basal area) Dominance (yes or no) Category* rrees: �'p�7, 30 yGj — FACW �E willow(salixsp.) 7 7p Yes PACU- .vhite oak(Querna alba) Snalhhes: Non•cleared shrubs: yO /o c, S FACU black cherry(Prunus seroma) Ground cover: non-native turf grass(Granunae sp.) /d /O O yL S -- -Use an asterisk to mark wetland indicator plants:plant species listed in the Wetlands Protection Act(MGL c.131,s.40);plans in the genus Sphagnum;plants listed as FAC, FAC+,FACW-,FACW+,or OBL;or plants with physiological or morphological adaptations. If any plats are identified as wetland indicator plants due to physiological or mor holo ical ada talions describe tlne ala talion next to the asterisk. Vegetation conclusion: Number of domima t wetland indicator plants: Number of dominant non-wetland indicator plants: Is the number of donninant wetland dams a nal to or realer than the number of dominant non-wetland plants? Yes No If vegetation alone is presumed adequate to delineate Uhe DVN boundary,submit lhisfo n with Ute Request jor Delernlinatiolh of Applicability orNolice o nwl. DEP;3/95 /0/2 9/i lection H. Indicators of Hydrology 3ydric Soil Interpretation J Other Indicators of Hydrology: (check all that apply and describe) 1. Soil Survey D Site Inundated: Is there a published soil survey for this site? Yes No Title/date: 0 / Depth to free water in observation hole: Map number: 9* Depth to soil saturation in observation hole: J Soil type mapped: Hydric soil inclusions: ❑ Water marks: Are field observations consistent 0 Drill lines: with soil survey? Yes No D Sediment deposits_: Remarks: 0 Drainage patterns in BVW: I Z. Soil Description 0 Oxidized rluzospheres: Horizon Depth Matrix Color Mottles Color 0 Water-stained leaves: ❑ Recorded data (stream, lake, or tidal gauge; aerial plioto; other): A ! o—g Z.sy�/ , i0' ��'-M Z, 5-y5_13' ❑ Oder Vegetation and Hydrology Conclusion Sy �,z /ov'ey/y Yes No �fl � Number of wetland indicator plants;->number J lim7�K ya �� of non-wetland indicator plants Remarks: Al P4S, 04 - , Wetland hydrology present: �J / Hydric soil present fI Z - ,i1,tc•�K y si`��/cam s-._-, 3. Other: Odter indicators of hydrology Conclusion: is soil hydric? Yes No Present Sample location is in a BVW Submit(his form with the Request jar Determination ofApplicability or Notice of/nient DEP Bordering Vegetated Wetland (310 CMR 10.55) Delineation Field Data Form pplicant: Prepared by: A.Allen—EcoTec Project location: Kernwood CC. Salem-12"bole DEP File# heck all that apply: Vegetation alone presumed adequate to delineate BVW boundary: fill out Section I only Vegetation and other indicators of hydrology used to delineate BVW boundary: fill out Sections I and If Method other than dominance lest used(attach addition information) ectiolt I. Vegetation Observation Plot Nuubec TP-1 Transect Number: 1 Date of Delineation: 10/29/99 t Sample Layer and Plant Species D. Percent Cover C.Percent D. Dominant Plant E.Wetland Indicator (by commou/scientiftc name) (or basal area) Dominance (yes or no) Category" neeYO- S FACW�( luauw(raux 9t>.) o tut 9• ..IC-Cleared hhvL9: ulti-flora rose(Rosa multiflora) yL.S FACU rowhd cover: on-native tut gras9(Graminae sp.) welweed(impatiens capensis) 20 �.p,� es FACW -A— we nue-Bag iris(Iris versico(ar) -7- 7 ypp Use ahn asterisk to mark wetland indicator plants:plant species listed in the Wetlands Protection Act(MOL c.131,sA0);plants in the genus Sphaghunh;plathts listed as FAC, AC+,FACW-,FACW+,or OBL;or plants with physiological or morphological adaptations. If any plants are identified as wetland indicator plants due to physiological or iorphological adaptations,describe the adaptation next to the asterisk. Vegetation conclusion: umber of dominant wetland indicator plants: Number of dominant non-wetland indicator plants: 2 s the number of dominant wetland plants equal to or greater than the number of dominant non-wetland plants? Ycs No f vegetation alone is prvsunhed adequate to delineate the aviv boundary,suhmil this form with the Request forDelermination ofApplicahility o• otice ofLuent. MA DEP;3195 Site: Kernwood Country Club, Salem, MA— lfhole Well Site 12/20/1999 Page 3 of 3 It is my opinion that the areas described above and field delineated are a complete and accurate representation of the Wetland Resource Areas on the portion of the Site investigated (see above). This opinion is based upon observations made of existing conditions on the dates noted above. The reader should be aware that regulatory authority for determining wetland jurisdiction rests with local, state, and federal authorities. I have attached a brief description of my experience and qualifications. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions concerning this or other matters. Sincerely, Arthur Allen Senior Environmental Scientist 5/w/salkern02.doc enclosures EcoTec, Inc, i Site: Kernwood Country Club, Salem, MA— 12"' hole Well Site 12120/1999 Page 2 of 3 The complete soils, vegetation, and hydrology methodology contained in the above- referenced manual was utilized to determine when conditions on this site are "saturated or inundated". In a low relief area, a transect was established where upland and wetland soils and vegetation were examined and described in two plots. The information gained from the sampling transect was then used to interpret soil borings and observations of vegetation made at flag sites along the wetland boundary. Sample plots TP-1 and TP-2 (marked with orange ground flags), are located in the vicinity of wetland flag A-4. Soil and vegetation descriptions recorded at sampling transects and supporting documentation can be found on the DEP field data forms (attached). Native soils at the above referenced test plots, and throughout the wetland transition zones on the site, are mucky silt loams and silt loams. In the table below you will.find the flag series numbers, types and locations, as established, to delineate Wetland Resource Areas on this site. FLAG FLAG TYPES LOCATIONS #'s A 1-9 Pink"wetland Edge of wetland bordering both small, intermittent boundary" stream channel between culverts and northwest flowing, perennial stream southeast side of cart bridge AX 1-6 i' °° u Extension of"A" series, across chain link fence B 1-5 f[ Edge of wetland bordering northwest flowing, perennial stream northwest side of cart bridge In addition to the BVW, any clearly defined stream channels or culverts which flow through or drain wetlands contain the Wetland Resource Area Bank. The perennial stream has Land Under Waterway as well as the 200 foot "Riverfront Area" which extends outward from the top of the Bank. Also, areas outside (upgradient) of the BVW boundary which are subject to inundation during a 100 year frequency storm event are considered Bordering Land Subject To Flooding. This Resource Area is defined simply as the extent of the recorded or statistical 100- year flood above the BVW boundary. The Regulations require that no project may be permitted which will have any adverse effect on specified habitat sites of rare vertebrate or invertebrate species, as identified by procedures established in 310 CMR 10.59. Specified habitat sites of rare species have been identified by the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program(MNHESP) of the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife and are mapped on the annual Atlas of Estimated Habitats of State-Listed Rare Wetlands Wildlife. A copy of the map of the Site area (Salem Quadrangle) from the 1997-98 Atlas is attached. No rare species estimated habitat or Certified Vernal Pools are shown on the map within the general site vicinity. f EcoTec, Inc, �^ NVIKUNI 172 Lincoln Street Worcester, MA 01605-3750 508-792-2225 • Fax: 508-792-2226 December 20, 1999 Paul Howard, PE Tata&Howard, Inc. 125 Turnpike Road Westborough, MA 01581 Re: Kernwood Country Club, Salem, MA- 12th hole Well Site Subject: Wetlands Dear Mr. Howard: Per your request, on 10/29/99, 1, Arthur Allen of EcoTec was present on the above- referenced property (please see USGS Topographic map, attached). The purpose of this inspection was to evaluate a portion of the property in the vicinity of a proposed water well on the 12`h fairway(a.k.a.; the "Site")with regard to the presence of Wetland Resource Areas, as defined by the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act (MGL c.131 s.40) and Regulations (310 CMR 10.00) and by the Federal Clean Water Act (Section 404). The Site is part of an active, managed golf course adjacent to wooded areas. The majority of the area in the vicinity of the existing test wells consists of wetlands which are managed as part of the golf course. The wetlands border an unnamed, perennial stream and an intermittent stream. The intermittent stream is partially culverted and is tributary to the perennial stream. The above wetland area, associated with the intermittent and perennial streams, are considered Bordering Vegetated Wetland (BVW) as defined by the Regulations [310 CMR 10.55(2)(a)]. The BVW boundaries were therefore delineated in the field according to the Regulations, which state that: "the boundary of Bordering Vegetated Wetland is the line within which 50 percent or more of the vegetational community consists of wetland indicator plants and saturated or inundated conditions exist." [3 10 CMR 10.55(2)(c)]. The Regulations at 310 CMR 10.55(2)(c) further clarify what species shall be utilized as "wetland indicator species" and identify the criteria for determining when "saturated or inundated conditions" are present. In addition, the Massachusetts DEP has prepared a guidance document entitled 'Delineating Bordering Vegetated Wetlands Under the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act" (DEP, March, 1995). is TATA 8-, I-101` A R D I N, C 0 R P 0 R A T E D January 6, 2000 Massachusetts Historical Commission 220 William T.iViorrissev Blvd. Boston,MA 02125-33 14 Subject: Kemwood Country Club New Well Development T&H No. 1304 Dear Ms/Sir: The Kemwood Country Club (KCC) plans to development a new water source for irrigation off of Kemwood Road in Salem; Massachusetts, as shown on the attached figure. The project consists of the construction of a new gravel packed well, associated piping and a small pump station. The existing well (Well No. 1) has experienced a decreasing yield over the past several years and redeveloping has not returned this well to its original yield. Thus, the development of a new water source has been proposed to supplement Well No. 1. In accordance with bfassachusetts General Law, Chapter 30, an Environmental Notification Form (ENF) must be filed for this project. On behalf of Kernwood C.C., we are requesting the Commission to comment retarding any historically or archaeologically significant features which may be present and effected by the proposed project on this site. The project is currently in the preliminary phase and any comments raised by the Commission can be incorporated into the design. We look forward to receiving your input or, this important project. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sincerely. TATA & HOWARD. rNC. Paul B. Howard, Vice President cc: ;Vir. Dean Robertson.. Ke-nwood C.C. Enclosure f'S Ti;npike Rned. U'?ubo-c.1 11. $(.a 07iS! ;')S--;o(;-5,-00. FAX. 508-266-5-S5 I ;� C 0 R P O R A � F. D January 6,2000 TATA HOAVARD F Endangered Species Program ion of Fisheries& Wildlife 1531•?337 Subject: Kernwood Country Club !I( New Well Development T&H No 1304 Dear Ms/Sir. The Kernwood Country Club (KCC)plans to development a new suoniementaI water source for irrigation off of Kernwood Road in Salem, Massachusetts, as shown on the attached figure. The-project consists of the construction of a new gravel packed well with pitless adapter associated piping and a small pump station. It is the intent of the KCC to develop this new well to be used in conjunction with their wising well (Well No. 1) in order to meet irrigation systems demands. Well No. 1 has experienced decreasing yield over the past several years,below the well's design, and redeveloping has not resumed this well to its original yield. At the completion of the project, both wells will be used to meet the demands of the irgation system. However,it should be noted that it is not the intent of the KCC to penrut flow over their current re_iste:ed volume. In accordance with Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 30, an Envirom-rental Notification Fort. (ENT) must be filed for this project. Based on the 1993 Edition of the Massachusetts Natural He.^'tage Atlas. no endangered species or habitats are located within the proposed project 27e2. However. we are requesting the Department review their more recent records to establish if this has ccan2ed. Additional permits which will be filed as pan of this project include an NOI and RVNL-1 permit(New Source Approval). The project is currently i* the preliminary phase and any comments raised by the Cc=nission can be incorporated into the design. We look forward to receiving your input on this imponant project. Should you have any questions,please do not hesitate to contact us Sincere:c. TATA&HOWARD. INC. i It Patti Pb F.E. cc: \It.Dean Robe tson.K.rnwood C.C. Enclosure 12i T.l;npike Road. t1*irrGu,rorm6, 1!.' p: 508-3G6-5760 Fill Distribution List Environmental Notification Form Project Name: New Water Source Development for Irrigation Proponent: Kernwood Country Club Secretary of Environmental Affairs Attention: MEPA Office 100 Cambridge Street, 20th Floor Boston, MA 02202 Executive Office of Environmental Affairs Attn: Mr. Mark Smith 100 Cambridge Street, 20"Floor Boston, MA 02202 Department of Environmental Protection Attn: Mr. David Murphy, Commissioners Office One Winter Street Boston,MA 02108 DEP-NERD Attn: MEPA Coordinator 205A Lowell Street Wilimington, MA 01887 Executive Office of Transportation & Construction (EOTC) 10 Park Plaza Boston, MA 02116 Massachusetts Highway Department (M]-ID) Public/Private Development Unit 10 Park Plaza Boston,MA 02116 MHD—District#4 Attn: MEPA Coordinator 519 Appleton Street Arlington, MA 02174 Massachusetts Historical Commission 220 William T. Morrissey Blvd Boston,MA 02125-3314 Distribution List- (Cont.) Environmental Notification Form Metropolitan Area Planning Council 60 Temple Place/6" Floor Boston,MA 02111 City of Salem Attn: City Council 93 Washington, Street Salem, MA 01970 City of Salem Attn: Planning& Economic Dev. Dept. 93 Washington, Street Salem, MA 01970 City of Salem Attn: Conservation Commission 93 Washington, Street Salem,MA 01970 City of Salem Attn: Board of Health 93 Washington, Street Salem, MA 01970 Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife Route 135 Westborough, MA 01581-3337 HAYBALES AND SILTATION FENCE WETLANDS 85 FLAGGING 1PROPOSED WATER MAIN \82 83 ,/./I .. 8_4� 130✓ 0GE— EXISTING IRRIGATION A A7 Co LINE 151ING) P/ (E 70 —CART A5 \0" 1.\ C8 RI -3.64' 0 � T 7P1 399 > LEGEND WELL LOCATION WELL J x/ NEW WEAX4_o I MONITORING WELL AXJ W5- 0 INTERMITTENTTEST PIT DRAINAGE SWALE n CATCH BASIN \ \ \ / \ •\ \ _ / � / / ///� —-� _ J� _ WETLANDS eA7 FLAGGING WETLANDS VEGETATION 1PROPOSED HAYBALES & CONTROL STATION I I --tIL-AGGING — SILTATION FENCE LOCATION FENCE AIN LINK 0-------0 FE NEW WATER MAIN >< EXISTING IRRIGATION LINE /EXISTING—CHAIN 06 UNK—FtINCE. CONTOUR L O,o\vA 0 STREAM BANK �I<X% BUFFER ZONES 100 YR FLOOD ELEV. 1 TATA & HOWARD, INC. KERNWOOD COUNTRY CLUB Drawing No. Consulting Engineers NEW WATER SOURCE DEVELOPMENT 125 Turnpike Road Westborough, MA SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS Date: FEBRUARY 2000 Scale: 11" = 20' SITE PLAN \ � t } I�� � ` v�-� .�` �°\\\� k��S� i�:�" I�9txla`v 5! �f�-I.: ' "a.l,r �!�h'/� M _•° `�.\/ 1 !t, �� — • ' \ � I —.. _S'(`iof�l our5e j � x\ s�.�i r i� / �L i� We�,j •�?m{ .I / J I i� �r'. / /I/�\ c � 1 `r�y�j 0 �\ V FSE;, ';_-•. Il ` . .Y_�� }�, /��r `�, 1 . \\ �\\I 4 �I I V l� 1 5,� \ �I(i G�_ •p 20 11 4h i Hy -133 0 !i •1 I 1 e� . r �� If/�. �I % t �R ��I� F� � P \���Ratlr �Y V� u• ry It `.I O � � 1� � I 1 S c G • •6.' v ' f i. `(V r 1 :•. I 1 r j o-2�33 �^^ IITT � J 12 Eowse It _ m, if \.i t • ,�� \ ' '—'��.\� \ \•„\♦ —7ro� w F � \ atm J 1 u1I \` VI r� Ai 32 Proposed rfF 7 1 � � � `.,..`\ ' kh '. ';` Pro'ect Site �:,� �. a'.1✓ =a , K7.4 . �� r i � •� .� ',;'M Salem r ° � � � (r°• \\ r .� i ire�'\�, iskcrtcAF' -ite•`���s Figure No. Tata & Howard, Inc. Kernwood Country Club Westborough, MA New Water Source Development .� Salem, Massachusetts Date: February 2000 Scale: 1:25,000 Locus Map II. Consistency-- Describe measures that the proponent will take to comply with federal, state, regional, and local plans and policies related to preserving historical and archaeological resources: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Plan, at an appropriate scale, of existing conditions of the project site and its immediate context, showing all known structures, roadways and parking lots, rail rights-of-way, wetlands and water bodies, wooded areas, farmland, steep slopes, public open spaces, and major utilities. 2. Plan of proposed conditions upon completion of project (if construction of the project is proposed to be phased, there should be a site plan showing conditions upon the completion of each phase). 3. Original U.S.G.S. map or good quality color copy(8-%x 11 inches or larger) indicating the project location and boundaries 4 List of all agencies and persons to whom the proponent circulated the ENF, in accordance with 301 CMR 11.16(2). 5. Other: CERTIFICATIONS: 1. The Public Notice of Environmental Review has been/will be published in the following newspapers in accordance with 301 CMR 11.15(1): (Name) Salem Evening News - (Date) February 9, 2000 2. This form has been circulated to Agencies and Persons in accordance with 301 CMR 11.16(2). Date Signature of Responsible Officer Matel SignatureMate of pson prepari or Proponent ENF (if differ from above) Name (print or type) Dean Robertson Name (print or type)_ Paul B. Howard, P.E. Firm/Agency Kernwood Country Club Firm/Agency Tata & Howard. Inc. Street P 0 Rnx 106 Street 195 TnrnoikP Rnad Municipality/State/Zip Salem, MA 01970 Municipality/State/Zip Westborough, MA 01581 Phone (978) 745-1210 Phone 1508)366-5760 - 14- II. Impacts and Permits A. Is there any current or proposed facility at the project site for the storage, treatment, processing, combustion or disposal of solid waste?_Yes _No; if yes,what is the volume (in tons per day) of the capacity: Existi[!g Chane Total Storage Treatment, processing Combustion Disposal B. Is there any current or proposed facility at the project site for the storage, recycling, treatment or disposal of hazardous waste?_Yes _No; if yes,what is the volume (in tons or gallons per day) of the capacity: Existina Change Total Storage l Recycling Treatment ' Disposal C. If the project will generate solid waste(for example, during demolition or construction), describe alternatives considered for re-use, recycling, and disposal: D. If the project involves demolition, do any buildings to be demolished contain asbestos? Yes No E. Describe the project's other solid and hazardous waste impacts (including indirect impacts): III. Consistency--Describe measures that the proponent will take to comply with the State Solid Waste Master Plan: HISTORICAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES SECTION N/A * See attached letter to the Massachusetts Historical Commission. I. Thresholds I Impacts A. Is any part of the project site a historic structure, or a structure within a historic district, in either case listed in the State Register of Historic Places or the Inventory of Historic and Archaeological Assets of the Commonwealth? --Yes _No; if yes, does the project involve the demolition of all or any exterior part of such historic structure? _Yes _No; if yes, please describe: B. Is any part of the project site an archaeological site listed in the State Register of Historic Places or the Inventory of Historic and Archaeological Assets of the Commonwealth? _Yes _No; if yes, does the project involve the destruction of all or any part of such archaeological site? _Yes No; if yes, please describe: C. If you answered "No"to all parts of both questions A and B, proceed to the Attachments and Certifications Sections. If you answered "Yes"to any part of either question A or question B, fill out the remainder of the Historical and Archaeological Resources Section below. D. Have you consulted with the Massachusetts Historical Commission? _Yes _No; if yes, attach correspondence E. Describe and assess the project's other impacts, direct and indirect, on listed or inventoried historical and archaeological resources: - 13- Ill. Consistency--Describe'the project's consistency with state, municipal, regional, and federal plans and policies for enhancing energy facilities and services: AIR QUALITY SECTION N/A 1. Thresholds A. Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to air quality(see 301 CMR 11.03(8)}? _Yes ^No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: i B. Does the project require any state permits related to air quality? _Yes No; if yes, specify which permit: C. if you answered"No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Solid and Hazardous Waste Section. If you answered "Yes"toie ther question A or question B, fill out the remainder of the Air Quality Section below. II. Impacts and Permits A. Does the project involve construction or modification of a major stationary source (see 310 CMR 7.00,Appendix A)?_Yes _No; if yes, describe existing and proposed emissions (in tons per day)of: Existing Change Total Particulate matter Carbon monoxide Sulfur dioxide Volatile organic compounds Oxides of nitrogen Lead Any hazardous air pollutant Carbon dioxide B. Describe the project's other impacts on air resources and air quality, including noise impacts: iii. Consistency A. Describe the project's consistency with the State Implementation Plan: B. Describe measures that the proponent will take to comply with other federal,state, regional, and local plans and policies related to air resources and air quality: SOLID AND HAZARDOUS WASTE SECTION N/A I. Thresholds!Permits A. Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to solid or hazardous waste (see 301 CMR 11.03(9)}? _Yes _No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: B. Does the project require any state permits related to solid and hazardous waste? Yes No; if yes, specify which permit: — C. If you answered "No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Historical and Archaeological Resources Section. If you answered "Yes"to either question A or question B, fill out the remainder of the Solid and Hazardous Waste Section below. - 12- C. If you answered"No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Energy Section. If you answered"Yes"to either question A or question B,fill out the remainder of the Roadways Section below. II. Transportation Facility Impacts A. Describe existing and proposed transportation facilities at the project site: Existing Change Total Length(in linear feet)of new or widened roadway Width (in feet)of new or widened roadway Other transportation facilities: B. Will the project involve any 1. Alteration of bank or terrain (in linear feet)? 2. Cutting of living public shade trees(number)? 3. Elimination of stone wall (in linear feet)? III. Consistency•-Describe the project's consistency with other federal, state, regional, and local plans and policies related to traffic,transit, pedestrian and bicycle transportation facilities and services, including consistency with the applicable regional transportation plan and the Transportation Improvements Plan (TIP), the State Bicycle Plan, and the State Pedestrian Plan: ENERGY SECTION N/A I. Thresholds 1 Permits A.Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to energy(see 301 CMR 11.43(7))? —Yes ^No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: B. Does the project require any state permits related to energy? _Yes _No; if yes, specify which permit: C. If you answered"No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Air Quality Section. If you answered"Yes"to either question A or question B,fill out the remainder of the Energy Section below. II. Impacts and Permits A. Describe existing and proposed energy generation and transmission facilities at the project site: e Capacity of electric generating facility (megawatts) ExistingChangTotal Length of fuel line(in miles) Length of transmission lines (in miles) Capacity of transmission lines (in kilovolts) B. if the project involves construction or expansion of an electric generating facility,what are 1. the facility's current and proposed fuel source(s)? 2. the facility's current and proposed cooling source(s)? C. If the project involves construction of an electrical transmission line,will it be located on a new, unused, or abandoned right of way?_Yes _No; if yes, please describe: D. Describe the project's other impacts on energy facilities and services: - tt - H. Describe the project's other impacts (including indirect impacts)on wastewater generation and treatment facilities: III. Consistency-- Describe measures that the proponent will take to comply with federal, state, regional, and local plans and policies related to wastewater management: A. If the project requires a sewer extension permit, is that extension included in a comprehensive wastewater management plan? _Yes _No; if yes, indicate the EOEA number for the plan and describe the relationship of the project to the plan TRANSPORTATION --TRAFFIC GENERATION SECTION N/A 1. Thresholds I Permits A.Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to traffic generation (see 301 CMR 11.03(6))? _Yes _No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: B. Does the project require any state permits related to state-controlled roadways? _Yes No; if yes, specify which permit: C. If you answered "No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Roadways and Other Transportation Facilities Section. If you answered "Yes" to either question A or question B, fill out the remainder of the Traffic Generation Section below. IL Traffic Impacts and Permits A. Describe existing and proposed vehicular traffic generated by activities at the project site: Existing Change Total Number of parking spaces Number of vehicle trips per day ITE Land Use Code(s): B. What is the estimated average daily traffic on roadways serving the site? Roadway Existing Change Total 1. 2. 3. C. Describe how the project will affect transit, pedestrian and bicycle transportation facilities and services: 111. Consistency--Describe measures that the proponent will take to comply with municipal, regional, state, and federal plans and policies related to traffic, transit, pedestrian and bicycle transportation facilities and services: ROADWAYS AND OTHER TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES SECTION N/A I. Thresholds A. Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to roadways or other transportation facilities (see 301 CMR 11.03(6))? _Yes _No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: B. Does the project require any state permits related to roadways or other transportation facilities? _Yes _No; if yes, specify which permit: - 10- WASTEWATER SECTION NIA L Thresholds l Permits A. Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to wastewater(see 301 CMR 11.03(5))? _Yes _No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: B. Does the project require any state permits related to wastewater? Yes No; if yes, specify which permit: C. If you answered"No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Transportation --Traffic Generation Section. If you answered"Yes"to either question A or question B,fill out the remainder of the Wastewater Section below. II. Impacts and Permits A. Describe, in gallons/day, the volume and disposal of wastewater generation for existing and proposed activities at the project site(calculate according to 310 CMR 15.00): Existing Change Total Discharge to groundwater(Title 5) Discharge to groundwater(non-Title 5) Discharge to outstanding resource water Discharge to surface water Municipal or regional wastewater facility TOTAL B. Is there sufficient capacity in the existing collection system to accommodate the project? _Yes A No; if no, describe where capacity will be found: C. Is there sufficient existing capacity at the proposed wastewater disposal facility?_Yes No; if no, describe how capacity will be increased: D. Does the project site currently contain a wastewater treatment facility, sewer main, or other wastewater disposal facility, or will the project involve construction of a new facility? _Yes No. If yes, describe as follows: xistin Change Total Wastewater treatment plant(capacity, in gpd) Sewer mains (length, in miles) Title 5 systems (capacity, in gpd) E. If the project involves any interbasin transfer of wastewater,which basins are involved,what is the direction of the transfer, and is the interbasin transfer existing or proposed? F. Does the project involve new sewer service by an Agency of the Commonwealth to a municipality or sewer district? Yes No G. Is there any current or proposed facility at the project site for the storage, treatment, processing, combustion or disposal of sewage sludge, sludge ash, grit, screenings, or other sewage residual materials? _Yes ^No; if yes, what is the capacity(in tons per day): Storage Existing Change Total Treatment, processing Combustion Disposal -9- II. Impacts and Permits A. Describe, in gallons/day, the volume and source of water use for existing and proposed activities at the project site: Existing Change Total Withdrawal from groundwater (MGD) 0.1 0.1 Withdrawal from surface water N/A — Interbasin transfer N/A — — — Municipal or regional water supply N/A B. If the source is a municipal or regional supply, has the municipality or region indicated that there is adequate capacity in the system to accommodate the project?_Yes _No N/A C. If the project involves a new or expanded withdrawal from a groundwater or surface water source, 1. have you submitted a permit application? _Yes X No; if yes, attach the application 2. have you conducted a pump test? _Yes _K No; if yes, attach the pump test report WMA Permit&Pump Test are pending& will be submitted to the appropriate agencies for approval after receipt of Order of Conditions &MEPA Approval. D. What is the currently permitted withdrawal at the proposed water supply source (in gallons/day)? 0 and. Will the project require an increase in that withdrawal?_,K Yes _No The new well has not been constructed yet, therefore no withdrawal is made from this well. See Narrative A. E. Does the project site currently contain a water supply well, a drinking water treatment facility, water main, or other water supply facility, or will the project involve construction of a new facility? Yes _No. If yes, describe existing and proposed water supply facilities at the project site: Existing Change Total Water supply well(s) (capacity, in gpd) 100,000 100,000 Drinking water treatment plant(capacity, in gpd) N/A Water mains (length, in miles) 0.03 (unknown for irrigation) F. If the project involves any interbasin transfer of water,which basins are involved, what is the direction of the transfer, and is the interbasin transfer existing or proposed? N/A G. Does the project involve 1. new water service by a state agency to a municipality or water district? _Yes X No 2. a Watershed Protection Act variance? _Yes _X No; if yes, how many acres of alteration? 3. a non-bridged stream crossing 1,000 or less feet upstream of a public surface drinking water supply for purpose of forest harvesting activities? _Yes LX No H. Describe the project's other impacts (including indirect impacts)on water resources, quality, facilities and services: Since the withdrawal for irrigation will be from two sources rather than one, the beneficial impacts to ground water will include less drawdown and longer recharge times between pumping at the two well sites. III. Consistency-- Describe the project's consistency with water conservation plans or other plans to enhance water resources, quality,facilities and services: The KCC has repeatedly tried to rehabilitate their existing well to return it back to its original yield. However, over the years their attempts have been unsuccessful. Therefore, the new well is needed to supplement the existing well for irrigation of the golf course greens. It is not the intent of the KCC to increase their permitted withdrawal volume. Their intent is to pump it from two wells rather than one. Order of Conditions appealed? _Yes )( No. Will the project require a variance from the Wetlands regulations?_Yes _No. NOI will be submitted to the Conservation Commission by February 10, 2000. E. Will the project: 1. be subject to a local wetlands ordinance or bylaw? X Yes No 2. alter any federally-protected wetlands not regulated under state or local law? Yes )< No; if yes, what is the area (in s.f.)? F. Describe the project's other impacts on wetlands (including new shading of wetland areas or removal of tree canopy from forested wetlands): Impacts to the wetlands from the withdrawal should be minimal since the permitted volume of 0.1 mgd will be produced from two wells rather than one. III. Waterways and Tidelands Impacts and Permits A. Is any part of the project site waterways or tidelands (including filled former tidelands)that are subject to the Waterways Act, M.G.L.c.91? _Yes _X_No; if yes, is there a current Chapter 91 license or permit affecting the project site? _Yes X No; if yes, list the date and number: B. Does the project require a new or modified license under M.G.L.c.91? Yes _K No; if yes, how many acres of the project site subject to M.G.L.c.91 will be for non-water dependent use? Current _ Change _ Total C. Is any part of the project 1. a roadway, bridge, or utility line to or on a barrier beach? _Yes )( No; if yes, describe: 2. dredging or disposal of dredged material? _Yes X No; if yes, volume of dredged material 3. a solid fill, pile-supported, or bottom'anchored structure in flowed tidelands or other waterways? _Yes X No; if yes,what is the base area? 4. within a Designated Port Area? _Yes X No D. Describe the project's other impacts on waterways and tidelands: NIA IV. Consistency: A. Is the project located within the Coastal Zone? —Yes _No; if yes, describe the project's consistency with policies of the Office of Coastal Zone Management: B. Is the project located within an area subject to a Municipal Harbor Plan? _Yes _No; if yes, identify the Municipal Harbor Plan and describe the project's consistency with that plan: WATER SUPPLY SECTION I. Thresholds I Permits A. Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to water supply (see 301 CMR 11.03(4))? Z( Yes _No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: (New Source) B. Does the project require any state permits related to water supply? X Yes _No; if yes, specify which permit: Water Management Act Permit(New Source Approval) C. If you answered "No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Wastewater Section. If you answered "Yes"to either question A or question B, fill out the remainder of the Water Supply Section below. WETLANDS WATERWAYS AND TIDELANDS SECTION I. Thresholds I Permits A. Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to wetlands,waterways,and tidelands (see 301 CMR 11.03(3))? _Yes _X No; if yes, specify, in quantitative terms: B. Does the project require any state permits (or a local Order of Conditions) related to wetlands, waterways,or tidelands? A( Yes _No; if yes, specify which permit: Notice of Intent C. If you answered"No"to both questions A and B, proceed to the Water Supply Section. If you answered"Yes"to either question A or question B,fill out the remainder of the Wetlands, Waterways, and Tidelands Section below. 11. Wetlands Impacts and Permits A. Describe any wetland resource areas currently existing on the project site and indicate them on the site plan: As shown on the attached figure, two small localized wetland areas are located near the project area. B. Estimate the extent and type of impact that the project will have on wetland resources, and indicate whether the impacts are temporary or permanent: Coastal Wetlands Area (in square feet)or Length (in linear feet) Land Under the Ocean Designated Port Areas Coastal Beaches Coastal Dunes Barrier Beaches Coastal Banks Rocky Intertidal Shores Salt Marshes Land Under Salt Ponds Land Containing Shellfish Fish Runs Land Subject to Coastal Storm Flowage Inland Wetlands Bank Bordering Vegetated Wetlands Temporary Impacts (1,400 so Land under Water Isolated Land Subject to Flooding Temporary Impacts (1,120 so Bordering Land Subject to Flooding Temporary Impacts (280 so Riverfront Area (100`riparian) Temporary Impacts (1,400 so C. Is any part of the project 1. a limited project? _Yes X No 2. the construction or alteration of a dam? Yes LC No; if yes, describe: 1 fill or structure in a velocity zone or regulatory floodway? X YesNo 4. dredging or disposal of dredged material? _Yes No; if yes,_ describe the volume of dredged material and the proposed disposal site: 5. a discharge to Outstanding Resource Waters? _Yes X No 6. subject to a wetlands restriction order? _Yes -&No; if yes, identify the area (in square feet): D. Does the project require a new or amended Order of Conditions under the Wetlands Protection Act(M.G.L. c.131A)? -)� Yes No: if yes, has a Notice of Intent been filed or a local Order of Conditions issued? _Yes No; if yes, list the date and DEP file number: pending. Was the .6. i III.. Consistency A. Identify the current municipal comprehensive land use plan and the open space plan and describe the consistency of the project and its impacts with that plan(s): N/A— The proposed project is on an existing Golf Course green and as such shall not impact any municipal and/or open space plans. B. Identify the current Regional Policy Plan of the applicable Regional Planning Agency and describe the consistency of the project and its impacts with that plan: NIA— The proposed project is on an existing Golf Course green and as such shall not impact any regional policy plan. C. Will the project require any approvals under the local zoning by-law or ordinance(i.e. text or map amendment, special permit, or variance)? Yes No -K; if yes, describe: D. Will the project require local site plan or project impact review? T Yes XNo; if yes, describe: RARE SPECIES SECTION I. Thresholds I Permits A. Will the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to rare species or habitat(see 301 CMR 11.03(2))? _Yes KNo; if yes,specify, in quantitative terms: Based on 2000/2001 Atlas B. Does the project require any state permits related to rare species or habitat? _Yes X No C. If you answered"Nd'to both questions A and B, proceed to the Wetlands,Waterways,and Tidelands Section. If you answered "Yes"to either question A or question B, fill out the remainder of the Rare Species section below. IL Impacts and Permits A. Does the project site fall within Priority or Estimated Habitat in the current Massachusetts Natural Heritage Atlas (attach relevant page)? _Yes_No. If yes, 1. Which rare species are known to occur within the Priority or Estimated Habitat(contact: Environmental Review, Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, Route 135, Westborough, MA 01581, allowing 30 days for receipt of information): 2. Have you surveyed the site for rare species? _Yes_No; if yes, please include the results of your survey. 3. If your project is within Estimated Habitat, have you filed a Notice of Intent or received an Order of Conditions for this project? _Yes_No; if yes, did you send a copy of the Notice of Intent to the Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program, in accordance with the Wetlands Protection Act regulations? _Yes_No B. Will the project"take"an endangered,threatened, and/or species of special concern in accordance with M.G.L. 031A(see also 321 CMR 10.04)? _Yes _No; if yes, describe: C. Will the project alter"significant habitat"as designated by the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife in accordance with M.G.L. c.131A(see also 321 CMR 10.30)? _Yes No; if yes, describe: D. Describe the project's other impacts on rare species including indirect impacts(for example, stormwater runoff into a wetland known to contain rare species or lighting impacts on rare moth habitat): -5- LAND SECTION — all proponents must fill out this section I. Thresholds/Permits A. Does the project meet or exceed any review thresholds related to land (see 301 CMR 11.03(1) _Yes X No; if yes, specify each threshold: II. Impacts and Permits N/A A._ Describe, in acres, the current and proposed character of the project site, as follows: N/A Existina Change Total Footprint of buildings 0.002 0.002 Roadways, parking, and other paved areas -- Other altered areas (describe) 0.030-(see Narr.) Undeveloped areas B. Has any part of the project site been in active agricultural use in the last three years? _Yes )< No; if yes, how many acres of land in agricultural use (with agricultural soils)will be converted to nonagricultural use? C. Is any part of the project site currently or proposed to be in active forestry use? _Yes X No; if yes, please describe current and proposed forestry activities and indicate whether any part of the site is the subject of a DEM-approved forest management plan: D. Does any part of the project involve conversion of land held for natural resources purposes in accordance with Article 97 of the Amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth to any purpose not in accordance with Article 97?_Yes X No; if yes, describe: E. Is any part of the project site currently subject to a conservation restriction, preservation restriction, agricultural preservation restriction or watershed preservation restriction? _Yes No; if yes, does the project involve the release or modification of such restriction? _Yes _No; if yes, describe: F. Does the project require approval of a new urban redevelopment project or a fundamental change in an existing urban redevelopment project under M.G.L.c.121A? _Yes _No; if yes, describe: G. Does the project require approval of a new urban renewal plan or a major modification of an existing urban renewal plan under M.G.L.c.121B? Yes _No X; if yes, describe: H. Describe the project's stormwater impacts and, if applicable, measures that the project will take to comply with the standards found in DEP's Stormwater Management Policy: Total impervious area is 120 sf from the control structure. Run off from the roof will be allowed to percolate into surrounding soil. No drainage structures are proposed. I. Is the project site currently being regulated under M.G.L.c.21 E or the Massachusetts Contingency Plan? Yes _No _X; if yes,what is the Release Tracking Number(RTN)? J. If the project is site is within the Chicopee or Nashua watershed, is it within the Quabbin, Ware, or Wachusett subwatershed?_Yes No; if yes, is the project site subject to regulation under the Watershed Protection Act? Yes No K. Describe the project's other impacts on land: No negative impacts to the land are anticipated due to the construction of the well, water main and control station. The proposed site is currently part of the KCC fairway. As such, it is regularly groomed to match existing fairway conditions. Upon completion of the proposed project, the site will be restored back to its original grade and condition. -4- ENF Narrative A—page 2 Supplemental Irrigation Well Kernwood Country Club Salem, Massachusetts equipment will be operated from the cart path. Should work off the cart path be required, crane mats can be used to minimize impacts to the resource areas. A haybale and siltation fence detail is provided on Figure No. 2. Since the area is currently maintained as the rough of a fairway, re-seeding will be in accordance with the KCC current practices. No existing wetlands vegetation adjacent to the work area will be disturbed during the construction of the well, water mains and control building. Dewatering may be required within the limits of excavation during the project. If dewatering is required, water pumped from the trenches will be diverted to a sedimentation discharge control basin as shown on Figure No. 2. The control basin consists of siltation fabric placed over a piece of plywood and around the outer sides of the basin. Haybales will be used to secure the siltation fabric and plywood to the ground. At the point of discharge, the force of the flow will be dispersed against the plywood/fabric barrier. The discharge will be allowed to flow gently through the basin and down gradient towards the stream. The haybales and siltation fence will remove sediments from the discharged water, thereby mitigating impacts to the nearby and wetlands. Alternatives As discussed in the project description, the overall purpose of this project is to construct a new irrigation well to supplement the KCC's existing irrigation well which has experienced declining yield over the past several years. The existing well (Well No.l) had an original design capacity of 750 gallons per minute (gpm). During this well's yearly operation period (180 days), the well plugs up and falls to a pumping capacity of approximately 300 gpm. An alternative which the KCC has explored several times is the redevelopment of Well No.l. This well has been redeveloped on a yearly basis in the attempt to restore it to its original capacity. However, over the past several years, redeveloping of this well has not returned it to its original design capacity which has resulted in an inadequate volume of flow for the KCC's irrigation system. The current approved withdrawal rate for Well No.1 is approximately 0.1 million gallons per day. It is not the intent of the KCC to increase their permitted withdrawal volume with the addition of the new well. Instead, the new well will be used to maintain the permitted volume, in conjunction with Well No.l, and meet irrigation demand requirements. RARE SPECIES: Does the project site include Estimated Habitat of Rare Species, Vernal Pools, Priority Sites of Rare Species,'or Exemplary Natural Communities? ❑Yes (Specify ) NNo Based on 2000/2001 Natural Heritage &Endangered Species List HISTORICAL/ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES: Does the project site include any structure, site or district listed in the State Register of Historic Place or the inventory of Historic and Archaeological Assets of the Commonwealth? ❑Yes (Specify ) D4No If yes, does the project involve any demolition or destruction of any listed or inventoried historic or archaeological resources? ❑Yes (Specify ) ❑No AREAS OF CRITICAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN: Is the project in or adjacent to an Area of Critical Environmental Concern? ❑Yes (Specify ) MNo PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The project description should include (a) a description of the project site, (b) a description of both on-site and off-site alternatives and the impacts associated with each alternative, and (c) potential on-site and off-site mitigation measures for each alternative (You may attach one additional page, if necessary.) Narrative continued on attached sheet. Project Description Due to declining yields in their existing well, the Kernwood Country Club (KCC) is proposing to develop a new supplemental water source for irrigation off of Kernwood Road in Salem, Massachusetts, as shown on Figure No. 1. The project consists of the construction of a new gravel packed well with pitless adapter, approximately 150 linear feet of water main and a small control station for the submersible well pump. The route of the water main will be from the new well to the control station as shown on Drawing No. 1. The construction of the well and approximately 20 linear feet of water main is proposed within the limits of the wetlands. The control station and remaining 150 linear feet of pipe will be constructed within the 100 foot discretionary buffer zone of the wetlands. The resulting temporary disturbance to the wetlands and buffer zone is approximately 280 and 1,120 square feet, respectively. The proposed well site is currently part of the KCC fairway. As such, it is regularly groomed to match existing fairway conditions. Upon the completion of the proposed project, the site will be restored back to its original grade and condition. Mitigating Measures According to the 2000/2001 Edition of the Massachusetts Natural Heritage Atlas, no endangered flora or fauna exists within the proposed project area. However, mitigating measures during the construction of the proposed project will be taken and are discussed herein. The construction of this project will require work within a wetlands area and also within the wetlands buffer zone. Disturbance to the area is short term and native soils will be reused in the trenches and restored to their original grade. Excavation will be restricted to a narrow trench, approximately 3 feet wide, for installation of the water main and to minimize impacts to the resource areas. The proposed building will be approximately 10'x12' and will be used to house electrical controls for the submersible pump. The control building will be located in the buffer zone. In order to minimize impacts to the resource areas, haybales and siltation fence will be installed on both sides of the excavation of the water main, the control station and the new well to prevent the potential migration of silts toward the perennial stream. In addition, whenever possible excavation 3 Tata & Howard, Inc. -= dC44CG3 OO 14G3LaGil�Grt]044GQd Consulting Engineers 125 Turnpike Road Westborough, MA 01581 DATE roe NO. Tel: (508) 366.5760 a L7100 / Fax: (508) 366.5785 AT Er TION TO BOA VP O F RE: CITiJ JF cSt4LEM — HEALTH 93 WA5j-1jNGTON sr, k NWc.c . E ,SA� n/ 11 a 61226 ENF WE ARE SE 109 9r,r',qj Attached ❑ Under separate cover via the following items: CITY(7FrSiEJi El Prints ❑ Plans ❑ Samples El Specifications a-&*T(w IST.. ❑ Change order ❑ COPIES DATE NO. DESCRIPTION THESE ARE TRANSMITTED as checked below: ❑ For approval ❑ Approved as submitted ❑ Resubmit copies for approval ❑ For your use ❑ Approved as noted ❑ Submit copies for distribution ❑ As requested ❑ Returned for corrections ❑ Return corrected prints ❑ For review and comment ❑ ❑ FORBIDS DUE ❑ PRINTS RETURNED AFTER LOAN TO US REMARKS FEB a 9 90010 HEALTH DEPT. COPY TO bLE- SIGNED: If enclosures are not as noted,kindly notify t4at once. Commonwealth of Massachusetts or ce se , y Executive Ojfice of Environmental Affairs Executive Office of Environmental Affairs ■ MEPA Office EOEA No.: Environmental MEPA Analyst: ENF Phone: 617-626- Notification Form The information requested on this form must be completed to begin MEPA Review in accordance with the provisions of the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act, 301 CMR 11.00. Project Name: New Water Source Development Street: Off Kernwood Road Municipality: Kernwood Country Club Watershed: North Coastal Universal Tranverse Mercator Coordinates: Latitude: 42° 32' 13.38N Longitude: 700 54' 18.46W Estimated commencement date:S rin 2000 Estimated completion date: Fall 2000 Approximate cost: Status of project design: 0 %complete Proponent: Kernwood Country Club Street: P.O. Box 106 Municipality: Salem State: MA Zip Code: 01970 Name of Contact Person From Whom Copies of this ENF May Be Obtained: Paul B. Howard, P.E. Firm/Agency: Tata & Howard, Inc. Street: 125 Turnpike Road Municipality: Westborou h State: MA Zip Code: 01581 Phone: 508 366-5760 1 Fax: 508 366-5785 E-mail: tatahoward@aol.corr Does this project meet or exceed a mandatory EIR threshold (see 301 CMR 11.03)? [-]Yes DKNo Has this project been filed with MEPA before? ❑Yes (EDEA No. ) NNo Has any project on this site been filed with MEPA before? ❑Yes (EDEA No. ) [SNo Is this an Expanded ENF (see 301 CMR 11.06(7)) requesting: a Single EIR? (see 301 CMR 11.06(6)) ❑Yes ®No a Special Review Procedure? (see 301CMR 11.09) ❑Yes EKNo a Waiver of mandatory EIR? (see 301 CMR 11.11) ❑Yes �No a Phase I Waiver? (see 301 CMR 11.11) ❑Yes No Identify any financial assistance or land transfer from an agency of the Commonwealth, including the agency name and the amount of funding or land area (in acres): N/A Are you requesting coordinated review with any other federal, state, regional, or local agency? ❑Yes(Specify ) RNo List Local or Federal Permits and Approvals: Notice of Intent Water Management Act Permit ygc =V D Revised 10/99 Comment period is limited. For information call 617-626-1020 FEB, Q 9 CITY OF SALEM HEALTH DEPT. Which ENF or EIR review threshold(s) does the project meet or exceed (see 301 CMR 11.03): ❑ Land ❑ Rare Species ❑ Wetlands, Waterways, &Tidelands ® Water ❑ Wastewater ❑ Transportation ❑ Energy ❑ Air ❑ Solid & Hazardous Waste ❑ ACEC ❑ Regulations ❑ Historical &Archaeological Resources Summary of Project Size Existing Change Total State Permits & & Environmental Impacts Approvals ® Order of Conditions Total site acreage 120 El Order of Conditions New acres of land altered 0.03 ❑ Chapter 91 License Acres of impervious area - 0.002 0.002 ❑ 401 Water Quality Certification Square feet of new bordering 1,120 ❑ MHD or MDC Access vegetated wetlands alteration Permit Square feet of new other 280 Water Management wetland alteration Act Permit Acres of new non-water N/A New Source Approval dependent use of tidelands or ❑ DEP MWRA p Sewer Connection/ waterways Extension Permit 0111,110* ❑ Other Permits Gross square footage - 120 120 (including Legislative Approvals) — Specify: Number of housing units - 1 1 Maximum height (in feet) - 10 10 TRANSPORTATION Vehicle trips per day - - - Parking spaces - - - Gallons/day (GPD) of water use 100,000 - 100,000 GPD water withdrawal 100,000 - 100,000 GPD wastewater generation/ - - - treatment Length of water/sewer mains Unknown 0.03 0.03 (in miles) (irrigation system) CONSERVATION LAND: Will the project involve the conversion of public parkland or other Article 97 public natural resources to any purpose not in accordance with Article 97? ❑Yes (Specify ) DgNo Will it involve the release of any conservation restriction, preservation restriction, agricultural preservation restriction, or watershed preservation restriction? ❑Yes (Specify ) ®No . e r -2- y.