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TARGETED BROWNFIELD ASSESSMENT For Oklahoma Army National Guard Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma ASTM E 1527-05 Phase I Environmental Site Assessment All Appropriate Inquiry Prepared by: April 19, 2013 Phase I TBA 2 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma Table of Contents 1.0 Executive Summary……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………….…………………….. 4 2.0 Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………….………………..….. 6 2.1 Purpose …………………………………………………………………………………………….……..…………………………..…………………… 6 2.2 Detailed Scope-of-services ……………………………………………………………….…………………………………..…………………… 6 2.3 Significant Assumptions …………………………………………………………………….…………………..…………..…………………….. 6 2.4 Limitations and Exceptions ………………………………………………………………………….……………………..…………………….. 7 2.5 Special Terms and Conditions ………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………….. 7 3.0 Site Characterization and History ………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………..…… 8 3.1 Location and Legal Description ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 3.2 Site and Vicinity Characterization …………………………………………………………………………..……………………………..….. 8 3.3 Descriptions of Structures, Roads and Other Improvements ………………………………..……………………………….……. 9 3.4 Owner, Property Manager, and Occupant Information ………………………………………………………………..…………….… 9 3.5 Information Reported by User Regarding Environmental Lien or Specialized Knowledge or Experience ….…….. 9 3.6 Commonly Known or Reasonable Ascertainable Information ………………………….…….…………………..……………….. 9 3.7 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues ……………………………………………………….………………………………….. 10 3.8 Current Use of Property …………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………….. 10 3.9 Past Use of Property ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……….. 10 3.9.1 Review of Aerial Photos …………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………. 10 3.9.2 Fire Insurance Maps ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……….. 11 3.10 Current and Past Use of Adjoining Properties ………………………………………………….…….………………………………….. 11 3.11 Environmental (Physical) Setting ……………………………….……………………..………………………………………………..…….. 11 3.11.1 Surface Water Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………….…………………………..…….. 11 3.11.2 Subsurface Geological Characteristics …………………………..………………………….…….………..……………….…….. 12 3.11.3 Ground Water Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………….……………………..………….. 12 3.11.4 Air Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………….. 13 4.0 Records Review ………………………………………………………………………………………….……………….………………………..……….. 14 4.1 Federal National Priorities List (NPL) ……………………………………………………………………..………………………...……….. 14 4.2 Federal CERCLIS List ……………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………….. 14 4.3 Federal RCRA CORRACTs List ………………………………………………………………………….…..……………………………..…….. 14 4.4 Federal RCRA non-CORRACTS TSD List …………………………………………………….………………………………………….…….. 14 4.5 Federal RCRA Generators List ……………………………………………………………………………………...………………………….. 15 4.6 Federal ERNS List …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 4.7 Federal Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries …………………………………………..………………..……….. 15 4.8 State-Equivalent NPL ………………………………………………………………………………………….……..………………..………….. 15 4.9 State-Equivalent CERCLIS ………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………..……….. 15 4.10 State Landfill and/or Solid Waste Disposal Sites ……………………………………………………..……………………..………….. 15 4.11 State Leaking UST List ………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………..……….. 16 4.12 State Registered UST Sites ……………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………….. 16 4.13 State Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries …………………………………….……..………………..………….. 16 4.14 State Voluntary Cleanup Sites ………………………………………………………………………….……….…………………..………….. 17 4.15 State Brownfield Sites ……………………………………………………………………………………..……….…………………..………….. 17 4.16 Oil and Gas Records …………………………………………………………………………………………….……….…………………..………….. 17 4.17 Dry Cleaner Databases ………………………..………………………..………………………..…………………………………....………… 17 5.0 Site Reconnaissance and Interviews ……………………………………………………………………..……….……………….…………….. 18 5.1 Methodology and Limiting Conditions ……………………………………….……………………………..……………………………….. 18 5.2 General Site Conditions ……………………………………………………………….…………………………………………………..……….. 18 5.2.1 Above Ground Storage Tanks (ASTs) …………………………………………………………..……………………………..………. 18 5.2.2 Landfills and/or Dumping …………………….…………………………………………………………….………………………..……. 18 5.2.3 Impoundments ……………………………..…………………………………………………………………..………………….……….. 18 Phase I TBA 3 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.2.4 Monitoring Wells ……………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………… 19 5.2.5 Disturbed and Stained Soil ……………………………………………………………………………….……………….……………… 19 5.2.6 Seeps …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………….…………….. 19 5.2.7 Chemical Spills …………………………….………………………………………………………………..………………….…………….. 19 5.2.8 Farm Waste ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………….. 19 5.2.9 Known Pesticide Misapplication ………………………………………………………………………………………….…………….. 19 5.2.10 Discharges and Runoff from Adjacent Property Affecting the Site ………………………………..…………….……….. 19 5.2.11 Petroleum Products and Oil and Natural Gas Exploration ……………………………………..…..……………..……….. 20 5.2.12 Asbestos ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 5.2.13 Lead ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………….………….. 20 5.2.14 Transformers/PCB Equipment ………………………………………………………………………..…….……………….………….. 20 5.3 External Observations …………………………………………………………….………………………………..…..………………………….. 20 5.4 Internal Observations ………………………..…………………………………………………………………….……..……………………….. 21 5.5 Interviews ……………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………………..………….. 21 6.0 Findings ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………..………….. 22 7.0 Opinion and Recommendations …………………………………………………………………………………..……………………..………….. 23 8.0 Data Gaps …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. 23 9.0 Conclusions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………..…………….. 23 10.0 Additional Services ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. 23 11.0 Deviations …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. 23 12.0 References …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………..……… 24 Appendices A. Qualifications of Environmental Professionals B. Photographs from site visit/Site notes C. Aerial Photographs D. FEMA Flood Zone Map E. Sanborn Map F. USGS Topographical Map / Site Maps G. Deeds H. ERNS Records for Stilwell, OK J. RCRA Records for Stilwell, OK K. Underground Storage Tank Removal Documents L. Oklahoma Corporation Commission UST records M. Oklahoma Water Resource Board Water Wells N. Air Quality Permitted Facilities O. Memorandum of Agreement between Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality and the City of Stilwell P. Oklahoma Military Department Environmental Office Records for Madill Armory, 421 W. Pine St., Stilwell, OK. Q. Site Cleanup Assistance Program Lead Based Paint and Asbestos Inspection Documents Background and Disclaimer Phase I TBA 4 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 1.0 Executive Summary On May 3, 2012, Rachel Francks and Franziska Landes of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) performed site reconnaissance of the former Stilwell National Guard Armory located at 421 West Pine St., Stilwell, Adair County, Oklahoma, as part of a Targeted Brownfield Assessment (TBA). The subject property is situated on the southern side of the City of Stilwell and is part of a school complex that includes sports fields and is used by the City of Stilwell as a meeting and activity center. The purpose of the TBA was to identify potential environmental concerns by reviewing historical data, regulatory information, and by performing a visual inspection of the site and surrounding area. The following is an executive summary of the environmental site assessment results: Recognized environmental conditions (REC) include insulation around pipes that are asbestos containing materials (ACMs), lead-based paint (LBP), and lead dust from firearms and from degrading LBP. Four historic dry cleaners were found within a half mile of the site. One currently operating dry cleaner was found within a mile of the site. It is unknown whether the dry cleaners are upgradient of the site but it is possible based on surface topography. The former Stilwell National Guard Armory was built in 1954. The property was managed and maintained by the Oklahoma Military Department (OMD) on behalf of the State of Oklahoma. Ownership of the subject property has been transferred to the City of Stilwell as of June 15, 2011. The City of Stilwell is currently working on clean up and development of the site for use by the City of Stilwell as a community center and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) as a museum. Building repair has begun and once cleanup activities have occurred, the City of Stilwell will begin occupying the building. There is one large building on the site. The offices and class rooms surround the motor pool maintenance area and the drill floor. All equipment has been removed, with the exception of a stove, heating and cooling units and the water heater. There are pipes in the latrines and the janitor’s closet to the east of the drill floor that are surrounded by insulation that has been confirmed as ACM. The pipes extend along a wall around the drill floor to the motor pool on the west side of the building. The asbestos pipe wrap appeared to be in good condition. Adjoining properties consist of the sports fields, and residential area. Historical aerial photographs beginning in 1939 show the subject property as fair grounds and residential. Aerial photos from 1995 – 2010 show the area around the location to be occupied by the sports fields and residential housing. The property is located centrally within Stilwell, and Sanborn Fire Insurance maps show the subject property to contain a fair building and a park on a neighboring property. The fire insurance maps show the surrounding areas to be residential. No National Priority List (NPL), delisted NPL sites, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) non-corrective action sites (CORRACTS) treatment, storage, and disposal (TSD) listings, Emergency Response Notification System (ERNS) list, Institutional Controls/Engineering Phase I TBA 5 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma Controls, or State landfills and/or solid waste disposal sites were found on the subject property or within the ASTM recommended search radii. No RCRA generators, Voluntary Cleanup (VCP) sites, or Brownfield sites were found on the subject property. There were no archived Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Information System (CERCLIS) site listings within a ½ mile of the subject property. There was one underground storage tank (UST) on site. It had a 1,000 gallon capacity and was used to store gasoline. The tank was closed in 1978 and removed in 1995 and the case was closed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC). At the time of removal, the soil below the tank and to the side was tested for total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH). The results showed all tested contaminants to be below detection limits. When pulled the tank was in good condition with no holes. The tank pit was filled with clean soil. During the site visit on May 3, 2012, there was no sign of the UST or soil staining and the pump island had been removed as well. The UST is considered a historical recognized environmental condition (HREC). OCC Oil and gas exploration records were searched for wells on the subject property and adjoining properties. There was no record of oil and gas production on the subject property or any adjoining sites. Transformers were noted to the north, east, and south of the armory. They are off the property and it is unknown if they contain polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), but the units appear new and in good condition. Fluorescent lighting ballasts are located throughout the offices in the building. The lighting ballasts are all in good condition in most rooms. The lights in the drill floor and the garage are old incandescent bulbs and new fluorescent installations. All fluorescent bulbs contain mercury and should be handled as Universal Waste unless documentation and/or sampling demonstrate they are not hazardous. Four LUSTs were found within a half mile of the subject property. It is unknown whether the LUSTs are upgradient of the site but it is possible based on surface topography. Phase I TBA 6 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 2.0 Introduction The State of Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) under a Brownfield Assistance Agreement (No. RP96681001-0) (Ref. 1) with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted a Targeted Brownfield Assessment of a property located at 421 West Pine St., Stilwell, Adair County, Oklahoma. 2.1 Purpose The purpose of this assessment is to look at the environmental conditions within the target area and provide this information to the City of Stilwell as well as meet the All Appropriate Inquiry requirement of the landowner liability protections under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, better known as Superfund – Ref. 2), as provided in the Small Business Relief and Brownfield’s Revitalization Act of 2002 (Public Law 107-118, Subtitle B – Ref. 3). The purpose of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is to identify, to the extent feasible, recognized environmental conditions in connection with the target property through a systematic review of readily available information sources and a site reconnaissance. DEQ is providing technical assistance to the project by evaluating the environmental condition of the property prior to the City of Stilwell converting the armory for use as a community center and by the VFW as a museum. Funding for this assessment has been provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2.2 Detailed Scope of Services DEQ examined the current use of the property and identified the historical uses of the property to determine if recognized environmental conditions exist. DEQ examined historical documents, governmental databases, oil and gas records, aerial photographs, Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, and conducted interviews and a site reconnaissance of the area. A good faith effort was made to identify possible environmental conditions that might affect the development of the property. 2.3 Significant Assumptions History and knowledge of the subject property shows that the building was used as a National Guard Armory. Prior to armory construction in 1954, the property was used as a County Fairgrounds. There has been no oil and gas exploration on the property according to OCC records. Since the building was constructed in 1954, the building may contain ACM. The U.S. began banning the use of asbestos in most building materials in the 1970s due to studies confirming the harmful health effects caused by exposure to airborne asbestos. Insulation Phase I TBA 7 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma observed in the building during the site reconnaissance conducted on May 3, 2012, has been confirmed to contain asbestos. DEQ’s contractors performed a lead and asbestos survey on the property. Lead-based paint, lead dust, and asbestos containing materials were found in the building. See Sections 5.2.12 and 5.2.13 for more information on asbestos and lead found in the building. 2.4 Limitations and Exceptions The purpose of an environmental site assessment is to identify actual or potential “recognized environmental conditions” that may result in liability, land use restrictions, or cause delays in revitalization. The ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessment E 1527 – 05 (Ref. 4) is the minimum standard for environmental due diligence in the real estate industry and meets the standard for All Appropriate Inquiry under the Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act of 2002. A diligent effort in accordance with generally accepted good commercial and customary standards and practices was undertaken to identify the “recognized environmental conditions” that might affect the revitalization project. However, the identification of old hazardous waste sites is an evolving process; therefore, DEQ cannot state with absolute certainty that no other potential hazardous waste sites are located in the area. This assessment was conducted under constraints of time, cost, and scope and reflects a limited investigation and evaluation. It reflects the normal degree of care and skill that is ordinarily exercised by environmental professionals conducting business in this or similar localities. In no event shall the DEQ or its employees be liable for any damages, injury, loss, cost or expense whatsoever arising in connection with the use or reliance on the information contained in this report, except as otherwise provided by law. The information in this report is based on a review of governmental records, interviews with knowledgeable representatives of the property, information provided by the City of Stilwell, and observations of the environmental professional. The result of this assessment, as written in this report, is valid as of the date of report. The assessment does not include sampling of rock, groundwater, surface water, or air. For qualifications of environmental professionals see Appendix A. 2.5 Special Terms and Conditions This assessment report has been prepared for the City of Stilwell by the DEQ using EPA funding. Information about this report will be provided to the EPA for its files. This report and the working file are public record and subject to the Oklahoma Open Records Act and the federal Freedom of Information Act. Phase I TBA 8 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 3.0 Site Characterization and History 3.1 Location and Legal Description The subject property is located at 421 West Pine St. in Stilwell, Oklahoma. This property consists of approximately two and a half acres of land and contains the former National Guard Armory building. A site map and topographical map depicting the property have been provided in Appendix F. The subject property is located in NE ¼ SE ¼ of Section 34, T16N, R25E, Adair County, Oklahoma. The armory building’s legal description is: The West half of Lot 2, and all of Lots 3 and 4 and the West half of Lot 5 of Block 17, and the West 150 feet of an alley way 20 feet wide extending East and West within Block 17, and a tract of land described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest comer of Lot 3 in Block 17 of the original town of Stilwell, Oklahoma; thence running in a Southerly direction along the West line of said Block 17, a distance of 300 feet to the North line of Pine Street; thence in a Westerly direction along the North line of Pine Street extended, a distance of 60 feet; thence in a Northeasterly direction parallel with the West line of said Block 17, a distance of 300 feet the South line of Popular Street; thence in an Easterly direction 60 feet to place of beginning, all in the original Town of Stilwell, Oklahoma, according to the U.S. Government Survey thereof. 3.2 Site and Vicinity Characterization The former Stilwell Armory was built in 1954. According to Adair County land records, the land for the building was owned by the City of Stilwell and was deeded to the State of Oklahoma for the construction of the Oklahoma National Guard Armory on September 10, 1954 (see Appendix G). The subject property is a tract of land about 1.1 acres in size, and is located at 412 West Pine Street, Stilwell, Oklahoma. It is bounded by Poplar St. on the north, 5th Ave on the west, and Pine St on the south. The areas where the subject property and adjacent properties are located are best characterized by residential development. Residences surround the subject property to the north, east and south, and a sports field is to the west. Asbestos and LBP have been confirmed in the building by DEQ contractors. Utilities that serve the subject property are the City of Stilwell for electricity, North East Oklahoma Public Facilities Authority (NEOPFA) for gas service, and the City of Stilwell provides water and sewer services to the armory according to Ronnie Trentham (Mayor of the City of Stillwell). A review of the topographical map indicated that the surface elevation of the site is approximately 340 feet above mean sea level. The topographical gradient is to the northwest, toward Caney Creek. Caney Creek is located approximately 0.4 miles from the site to the west. The topographical map can be found in Appendix F. Phase I TBA 9 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 3.3 Description of Structures, Roads, and Other Improvements The structure of the armory is in good condition. The floor was in good condition, though there are cracks in some of the tiles and paint is present below the tiles. Yellow mastic was noted under damaged tiles. Windows were in good condition at the Armory and are not original to the building and were recently replaced according to Ronnie Trentham. Roads surrounding the Armory and the front parking lot are in good condition. The rear parking area is surrounded by chain link fence and is covered in grass. The only area of stressed vegetation seemed to be associated with the increased traffic from the renovation being performed on the building. Adjacent properties, which consist of residential and sports fields, are in good condition. Throughout the facility, there are floor drains. Based on previous armories, it is thought that these drains lead into the city sanitary sewage pipes, but at the time of this report that could not be confirmed. 3.4 Owner, Property Manager, and Occupant Information The subject property is owned by the City of Stilwell and is currently occupied by groups using the building for sports classes and events, at the time of the inspection the armory was undergoing renovation. Large pallets of supplies were stacked around the outside of the building and in some areas of the drill floor. DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program (SCAP) is in charge of identifying environmental hazards and conducting the cleanup of asbestos and lead in the Armory. The Military department transferred ownership of the armory to the City of Stilwell prior to completion of remedial activities (Appendix O). 3.5 Information Reported by User Regarding Environmental Lien or Specialized Knowledge or Experience The property owner and/or representatives reported no environmental liens on the subject property, and had no specialized knowledge or experience regarding recognized environmental conditions. The DEQ conducted a search for environmental liens at the Adair County Courthouse. No environmental liens or use limitations were reported for the subject property, and it does not appear in the Brownfield IC database. 3.6 Commonly Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Information Ronnie Trentham, Stilwell City Mayor, indicated that to the best of his knowledge the land had been owned only by the City of Stilwell who then provided the land for construction of the armory. It is known within the community that the building functioned as a National Guard Armory. Phase I TBA 10 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 3.7 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues Valuation of the property is outside the scope of this assessment. A professional appraiser should be consulted to place a value on the property. 3.8 Current Use of the Property The property is currently being used as a community center and area for sports classes and events by the City of Stilwell. Renovation is currently underway on the property. 3.9 Past Use of the Property 3.9.1 Review of Aerial Photographs Historic aerial photographs were searched to view the changes to the property over time. The 1939 aerial photograph was found at the Oklahoma Department of Libraries. The aerial photographs from 1995, 2003, 2005, and 2012 were found on Google Earth. Aerial photographs from 1939, 1995, 2003, 2005, and 2012 were obtained. All aerial photographs are located in Appendix C. The following represents a summary of what was found at the subject property from each photograph. 1939 aerial photograph The 1939 aerial photograph shows the subject property to be fair grounds with park land to the west. There is residential property to the north, east and south of the property. There is one structure visible on the subject property, which are most likely the fairgrounds buildings. 1995 aerial photograph The 1995 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. 2003 aerial photograph The 2003 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. Phase I TBA 11 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 2005 aerial photograph The 2005 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. 2012 aerial photograph The 2005 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. 3.9.2 Fire Insurance Maps The 1925 Sanborn maps show the area occupied by fairground buildings. The areas to the east, south and north appear to be occupied by residential structures. The area to the west isn’t shown on the smaller maps, but on the key sheet the area appears as a park. 3.10 Current and Past Uses of Adjoining Properties Currently the areas surrounding the site are residential and sports fields. The areas to the north, east and south have always been residential and are still residential. The area to the west has historically been a park and is currently occupied by a sports field. 3.11 Environmental (Physical) Setting DEQ reviewed several sources to obtain information on the physical setting of the subject property and its surrounding areas. These sources include: The United States Department of Agriculture Adair County Soil Survey, Oklahoma Water Resource Board data viewer, and the Federal Emergency Management Association. Review of the physical setting of the area is to evaluate the sensitivity of the hydrogeology to potential contamination from sources either on or near the site. 3.11.1 Surface Water Characteristics The topography of the area is relatively flat. The former Stilwell Armory is located at a surface elevation of approximately 350 feet above mean sea level. The topographical gradient is to the west, toward Caney Creek. Caney Creek is located approximately 0.4 miles southwest of the site. Phase I TBA 12 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma According to the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA), the subject property is in an area outside the 500 year flood plain A map of this information is located in Appendix D. 3.11.2 Subsurface Geological Characterization Adair County is mainly comprised of the Boston Mountains and the Ozark Plateau within the Ozark Uplift regions. This area is characterized by a deeply dissected plateau formed by limestones and cherts, and capped in places by Pennsylvanian sandstones. Caves and sinkholes may occur in this area (Ref. 19). According to the Soil Survey of Adair County, Oklahoma, the subject property consists of Apperson silty clay loam. Apperson silty clay loam comprises 100% of the subject property area of interest and is characterized by a slope of 0 to 1 percent, a water table depth of over 18 to 24 inches, and high water capacity (Ref. 14). 3.11.3 Ground Water Characteristics The hydrogeology as reported by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) indicates the site is on the Boone which is a minor groundwater basin, and the Rubidoux which is a major groundwater basin. The Boone basin is unfavorable for production of groundwater due to its low yield of 10 gpm. The Rubidoux basin is a bedrock basin with a strongly varying saturated thickness. The Rubidoux is generally unfavorable for groundwater production due to high chloride levels in the water. The aquifer vulnerability for the area around the site is high for the Boone Basin and low for the Rubidoux. The OWRB Reported Well Log Viewer was utilized to make a map of groundwater and monitoring wells within a half mile radius of the subject property. There are a number of wells within 0.50 miles of the property, mostly used for site assessment and water monitoring purposes. The closest groundwater well is 0.2 miles south of the subject property, and is used for domestic water purposes. For a list and map of wells that are within 0.50 miles of the subject property, see Appendix M. The subject property obtains its drinking water from the City of Stilwell Utilities, which uses surface water as its water source. The City of Stilwell is currently using Stilwell City Lake, to the southwest of the city, as its water source. 3.11.4 Air Characteristics No air emissions were noticed at the subject property or the adjoining properties. The DEQ dataviewer database was searched for Air Quality Permitted Facilities Phase I TBA 13 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma (AQPF). No AQPF were found within a 1 mile radius from the subject property. There is a potential for lead dust and asbestos emissions from the subject property. Phase I TBA 14 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.0 Records Review A regulatory database search was conducted by DEQ. This search included, at a minimum, those records and distances from the site dictated as appropriate in the ASTM standard. DEQ performed a review of available federal and state databases to assess whether the subject property or proximate properties were listed as having environmental concerns, which could have an adverse impact on the subject property. The following provides a summary of the databases reviewed. 4.1 Federal National Priorities List (NPL) A search of the Environmental Protection Agency’s NPL database shows no current NPL sites within a mile radius of the subject property (Ref. 5). The subject property is not an NPL site. The database also shows no delisted NPL sites within a half mile radius of the subject property. 4.2 Federal CERCLIS List The EPA database for Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) Information Systems (CERCLIS) was searched for active and archived CERCLIS sites on and near the subject property (Ref. 7). The ASTM’s recommended search radius for the subject property for both active and archived CERCLIS sites is ½ mile. No CERCLIS sites were found within a ½ mile radius of the site. The property is not listed as an active CERCLIS site. The subject property is also not listed in the archived CERCLIS site list. There are no archived sites within a ½ mile of the subject property. 4.3 Federal RCRA CORRACTs List The EPA database for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) facilities subject to corrective action was searched within the ASTM’s required minimum distance of one mile of the subject property (Ref. 8). No RCRA CORRACT facility was found within the one-mile radius of the subject property. 4.4 Federal RCRA non-CORRACTS TSD List The EPA database for RCRA facilities not subject to corrective action was searched within the ASTM’s required minimum distance of ½ mile of the subject property (Ref. 8). No RCRA non-CORRACT Treatment, Storage and Disposal (TSD) sites are within the ½ mile radius of the subject property. Phase I TBA 15 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.5 Federal RCRA Generators List The EPA RCRA Notifiers database was searched for RCRA generators within the ASTM’s required minimum search distance of the subject property and adjoining properties (Ref. 8). The subject property did not have any RCRA notifiers or generators. There were also no facilities found near the subject property. No large quantity generators were reported within the subject property and its adjoining properties. For a list of local generators outside of the search radius see Appendix (J). 4.6 Federal ERNS List The Emergency Response Notification system (ERNS) maintained by the National Response Center was searched for any hazardous substance releases or spills within the subject property (Ref. 9). ASTM requires a minimum search distance of property only when identifying ERNS cases. No ERNS sites were reported within the property or the adjoining properties. For a list of local incidents outside of the search radius see Appendix (H). 4.7 Federal Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries Federal institutional control/engineering control registries are still under development. There are no known Institutional Control/Engineering Controls in effect for this property. Following cleanup of asbestos and lead, the DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program will file a deed notice on the property. 4.8 State-Equivalent NPL DEQ does not have a State-equivalent NPL database. Oklahoma does not have a State Superfund law to establish a State-equivalent NPL database. 4.9 State-Equivalent CERCLIS DEQ does not have a State-equivalent CERCLIS database. 4.10 State Landfill and / or Solid Waste Disposal Sites DEQ regulates landfills and solid waste disposal sites across the State of Oklahoma (Ref. 10). State landfills and solid waste disposal facilities were searched in the DEQ database within the ASTM required minimum distance of ½ mile from the subject property. No permitted landfills or solid waste disposal facilities are located within the search distance of the subject property. Phase I TBA 16 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.11 State Leaking UST List The OCC UST Notification Database and OWRB’s Online Data viewer were searched to locate any known leaking underground storage tank (LUST) sites located within the ASTM’s minimum search distance of a ½ mile of the subject property. Four LUST sites were found within the ½ mile radius. The following sites are listed and described below. Ez Mart #550, located at 110 North 2nd St., is south east of the subject property. The three of the tanks are listed as permanently out of service, two of the tanks are listed as currently in service, and the cases are all closed, but there are no other records regarding these LUSTs. The LUST case Facility ID number is 064-1952. Harvest Foods, located at 419 North 2nd St., is north east of the subject property. The two tanks are listed as permanently out of service and backfilled. The cases are closed. The LUST case Facility ID number is BF-0215. Olives Station, located at North 2nd St. and Hwy 59, is northeast of the subject property. The tanks are listed as permanently out of service and the cases are closed. The LUST case ID number is 064-2284. Stilwell Foods, located at 5 East Walnut St., is south east of the subject property. The tanks are listed as permanently out of service and the case is closed. The LUST case Facility ID number is 064-PN. 4.12 State Registered UST Sites The OCC UST Notification Database was searched to locate registered underground storage tanks (UST) located within the ASTM’s minimum search distance of the subject property and its adjoining properties. The subject property formerly contained a 1,000 gallon gasoline UST on the property. The UST was closed on June 30, 1978 and removed August 22, 1995 from the subject property (Appendix K). No leaks were reported to the OCC for the UST. Following the tank removal the soil was sampled from the wall and the bottom center of the tank pit. Soil samples collected were below detection limits for TPH (GRO) and (DRO). No USTs were found on adjoining properties. For a list of registered UST sites, see Appendix L. 4.13 State Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries According to the DEQ Brownfield’s Institutional Control Database there are no known Institutional Control/Engineering Controls in effect for this property (Ref. 16). Following cleanup of asbestos and lead, the DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program will file a deed notice on the property. Phase I TBA 17 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.14 State Voluntary Cleanup Sites The DEQ Online Data Viewer was searched for Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) sites within the required ASTM search distance of ½ mile of the Stilwell Armory (Ref. 11). No VCP sites are located on or within ½ mile of the subject property. 4.15 State Brownfield Sites The DEQ Brownfield database was searched for Brownfield sites within the required ASTM search distance of ½ mile of the Stilwell Armory (Ref. 17). No Brownfield sites were found within ½ mile of the Stilwell Armory. 4.16 Oil and Gas Records The subject property is bisected by the section line between Section 28 and 33, T5S, R5E, of Adair County, Oklahoma. Portions occupy the SE, SE corner of Section 28 and the NE, NE corner of Section 33. The DEQ performed a search of oil and gas records from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission’s (OCC) oil and gas records database. There were no records of wells on the subject property or in adjacent areas. 4.17 Dry Cleaner Databases DEQ’s historic dry cleaner databases were searched for a radius of one mile around the subject property (Ref. 21). Five historic dry cleaners were noted for Stilwell, Oklahoma. Pro Cleaners was located 0.29 miles southeast of the subject property at 11 N. 1st Street, Thomas’ Clean Cleaners (operated from 1963 to 1985) was located 0.33 miles southeast of the subject property at 112 S. 2nd Street, and Drive in Cleaners (operated from 1965 to 1966) is located 0.44 miles southeast of the subject property. The addresses of the following historic dry cleaners was not descriptive enough to locate the property, they are: Nu-way Cleaners (operated from 1946 to 1962) located on Main Street in Stilwell, Oklahoma and Clean Cleaners (operated from 1941 to 1962) had a mailing address of Box 67 in Stilwell, Oklahoma. To capture present day dry cleaners operating in the area, yellowpages.com was searched (Ref. 22). One dry cleaner was listed within one mile of the subject property (Modern Cleaners). Modern Cleaners is located 0.58 miles south of the subject property at 410 S. 2nd Street. Phase I TBA 18 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.0 Site Reconnaissance and Interviews 5.1 Methodology and Limiting Conditions A site reconnaissance of the subject property located at 421 W. Pine St., Stilwell, OK was performed on May 3, 2012. Rachel Francks and Franziska Landes of the DEQ met the caretaker of the subject property, Ronnie Trentham (City of Stilwell Mayor) at the subject property. Trentham introduced Francks and Landes to the site and answered questions to the best of his knowledge on the site. Trentham provided access to the building and provided background information about the property to the best of his knowledge. All areas of the building were observed noting any environmental conditions that might need additional investigation. The entire outside area of the subject property was walked through for observations that might need additional investigation as well. 5.2 General Site conditions The former Stilwell Armory Property is composed of a brick building of approximately 11216 square feet that was built in 1954 and does not contain an indoor firing range (IFR). The building is currently occupied and under renovation by the City of Stilwell. The city uses the facility for storage and community activities. The property surrounding the building consists of a residential area and an asphalt parking lot to the south; residential area to the east; residential area to the south; and a public sports field to the west. The subject property is in town and paved streets are located to the north, west, and south of the subject property. The following are general site conditions that were evaluated on the property and adjacent properties. 5.2.1 Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) There were no ASTs at the site, nor was there any indication that there had been at any point. 5.2.2 Landfills and/or Dumping There was no indication that any part of the property had been used as a landfill at any point. 5.2.3 Impoundments There was no standing water on the property. There is a ditch between the road and the property to the west of the armory, and a large storm drainage culvert to the south of the property. There was no water in the ditch at the time of the site visit and the culvert had only a small amount of standing water. Phase I TBA 19 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma Ronnie Trentham mentioned that improvements were planned for the culvert, but did not know when they would be completed. It seems likely the water will flow with the topographical gradient to the northwest. 5.2.4 Monitoring Wells There were no wells noted during the site visit. The OWRB data viewer has no record of wells being located on the property. 5.2.5 Disturbed and Stained Soils There lot where vehicles were kept was overgrown with grass, so stained soils would not be visible. The vegetation around the armory appeared to be in good condition and did not appear distressed, except in an area of high traffic due to the renovations that were occurring on the armory. 5.2.6 Seeps No seeps of any kind were observed at the subject property. 5.2.7 Chemical Spills No evidence of possible chemical spills was observed on the subject property. 5.2.8 Farm Waste No farm waste was observed at the subject property. 5.2.9 Known Pesticide Misapplication No known pesticide misapplications were detected during the site visit or during the supportive research. 5.2.10 Discharges and Runoff from Adjacent Property Affecting the Site Rainwater runs off to the west side of the subject property. No potential pollutants were observed on the neighboring properties that may affect the armory. Phase I TBA 20 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.2.11 Petroleum Products and Oil and Natural Gas Exploration No petroleum products or oil and natural gas exploration was observed during the site visit. 5.2.12 Asbestos Since many of the State armories were built before the 1970s, there is a high potential of finding asbestos containing material (ACM) in the armory buildings. The U.S. began banning the use of asbestos in most building products in the 1970s due to studies confirming the harmful health effects caused by exposure to airborne asbestos. ACM may be found in the insulation wrapping of the heating pipes and/or heaters, roofing materials, ceiling tiles, window putty, mastic, and floor tiles. Floor tiles that are 9”x9” have been found to regularly contain asbestos. DEQ’s contractor has conducted an asbestos survey and survey and assessment for lead in paint and settled dust in the armory. Asbestos was detected in thermal pipe wrap and fittings, floor tiles, and transite soffits. Pipe with the wrapping was noted in both bathrooms as well as the water heater closet, and the drill floor. The pipe wrap is in fair condition and no areas of fraying were noted. 5.2.13 Lead Surveys for lead-based paint and lead dust throughout the building have been conducted by a contractor for the DEQ. The reports indicate that lead based paint is present in a few rooms on the walls, doors, windows, and roof/ceiling trusses. There is not an IFR in this building, so any lead dust is most likely due to deteriorated lead-based paint, or munitions stored in the building. Several rooms showed lead levels above the HUD acceptable limits. 5.2.14 Transformers/PCB Equipment There were two transformers observed to the west of the site, and one noted to the east of the site, on an adjacent property. It is unknown if the transformers contain PCBs, but they appeared to be in good condition. 5.3 External Observations The exterior of the building appears to be in good condition. The armory is currently undergoing renovations. There were no recognized issues with the exterior of the building. Phase I TBA 21 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.4 Internal Observations The building is currently unoccupied and was last used by the Oklahoma Army National Guard to support the military mission. The one story building was constructed from brick in 1954. Before construction of the armory building, the land was owned by the City of Stilwell and was occupied by a fair grounds. During the site visit on April 11, 2011, the building appeared to be in good condition though there were signs of water damage along several walls. No mold was noted during the site visit and Ronnie Trentham said that repairs had been made to the roof to address the source of the damage. Photographs of the internal view of the site can be found in Appendix B. 5.5 Interviews Sheldon Miggleto (Treasurer – City of Stilwell) was listed as the point of contact for the armory, due to a schedule conflict he was late to the meeting at the armory and so Ronnie Trentham (Mayor – City of Stilwell) came in his place. Ronnie Trentham and Sheldon Miggleto have limited knowledge of the site and were listed as the point of contact, because of their positions with the City of Stilwell. Ronnie Trentham provided access to the building for DEQ personnel, but had limited information regarding the history of the site. Therefore interviews were not utilized in determining the operational history of the site. Phase I TBA 22 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 6.0 Findings Summarized below are the major findings from this Targeted Brownfield Assessment and DEQ’s recommendations. The major findings of the highest environmental concern are presented first. • The former Stilwell Armory was built in 1954. The land for the building was deeded by the City of Stilwell to the Oklahoma Military for the State of Oklahoma, for benefit of the Oklahoma National Guard. The armory is currently owned by the City of Stilwell and will be used for school and community activities as well as a museum once cleanup activities are complete. A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) will be set in place between the OMD and the DEQ. Once cleanup activities have occurred, a notice of remediation and easement will be filed in the Adair County Courthouse. Four historic dry cleaners were found within a half mile of the site. One currently operating dry cleaner was found within a mile of the site. It is unknown whether the dry cleaners are upgradient of the site but it is possible based on surface topography. These are potential environmental concerns (PEC). • OCC records show the property formerly contained a 1,000 gallon UST that was closed in June of 1978 and finally removed August 22, 1995. Soil samples collected below the tank were below detection limits for TPH. The former UST is considered a HREC. • No National Priority List (NPL), delisted NPL sites, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) non-corrective action sites (CORRACTS) treatment, storage, and disposal (TSD) listings, Emergency Response Notification System (ERNS) list, Institutional Controls/Engineering Controls, or State landfills and/or solid waste disposal sites were found on the subject property or within the ASTM recommended search radii. No RCRA generators, Voluntary Cleanup (VCP) sites, or Brownfield sites were found on the subject property. There were no RCRA generators listed on the subject property or adjacent properties. There were no archived Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Information System (CERCLIS) site listings. The subject property is on the DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program (SCAP) list for cleanup of lead and asbestos contamination. • Four facilities with leaking underground storage tanks were found within a ½ mile radius and potentially upgradient of the subject property. • No transformers were noted on the site, though three are present on adjoining properties. Fluorescent lighting ballasts are located throughout the building. The lighting ballasts are all in good condition. The lighting ballasts may be a source of mercury. Phase I TBA 23 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 7.0 Opinion and Recommendations Due to the past use of the property and potential contamination found on the subject property, the environmental professionals working on this site believe that cleanup of lead and asbestos will be necessary. 8.0 Data Gaps No tribal information was obtained for this assessment. No tax records, city directories, or zoning records were reviewed for this report. No interviews of the operational history of the building were conducted. However, this did not affect the ability of the DEQ to make a recommendation on the subject property. 9.0 Conclusions DEQ has performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment in conformance with the scope and limitations of ASTM Practice E 1527-05 of the former Stilwell armory located at 421 W. Pine St., Stilwell, Oklahoma. Any exceptions to, or deletions from, this standard are described in Section 10.0 of this report. Recognized environmental conditions on this property include lead-based paint and asbestos contamination throughout the building. The information provided in this assessment is to assist the City of Stilwell in its revitalization planning as well as meet the All Appropriate Inquiry requirement of the landowner liability protections under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, better known as Superfund – Ref. 2), as provided in the Small Business Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act of 2002 (Public Law 107-118, Subtitle B – Ref. 3). 10.0 Additional Services In addition to this Phase I Targeted Brownfield Assessment, DEQ has provided sampling analysis of potential asbestos, lead-based paint, and lead dust sources including the remediation of the building. 11.0 Deviations The following deviations from ASTM Practice E 1527-05 occur in this Phase I Targeted Brownfield Assessment. No tax records, city directories, or zoning records were reviewed for this report. Phase I TBA 24 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 12.0 References 1. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (2008). Oklahoma Brownfields Assistance Agreement (No #RP96681001-0). Unpublished Document. State of Oklahoma: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 2. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (1980). Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act. (Public Law 96-510). Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office. 3. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (2002). Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act. (Public Law 107-118, Subtitle B). Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office 4. ASTM International. (2005). Water and Environmental Technology: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment E 1527 – 05. Baltimore, Maryland. 5. Environmental Protection Agency. EPA National Priority List. Last accessed March 19, 2013. http://www.epa.gov/superfund/sites/npl/status.htm. 6. Environmental Protection Agency. EPA Deleted National Priority List. Last accessed March 19, 2013. http://www.epa.gov/superfund/sites/query/queryhtm/npldel.htm 7. Environmental Protection Agency. CERCLIS current and archived sites. Last accessed March 19, 2013. http://cfpub.epa.gov/supercpad/cursites/srchsites.cfm. 8. Environmental Protection Agency. RCRA database. Last accessed March 19, 2013. RCRA database. http://www.epa.gov/enviro/html/rcris/rcris_query_java.html. 9. National Response Center. Emergency Response Notification System. Last accessed March 19, 2013. http://www.nrc.uscg.mil/foia.html. 10. Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. State Landfill site list. Last accessed March 22, 2013. http://www.deq.state.ok.us/LpDnew/swindex.html. 11. Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. DEQ ArcGIS Viewer. Last accessed March 22, 2013. http://gis.deq.ok.gov/flexviewer/ 12. Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA). FEMA Issued Flood Maps. Last accessed March 22, 2013. http://www.msc.fema.gov/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10001 &categoryId=12001&langId=-1&userType=G&type=1&future=false 13. Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. RCRA NOTIFIERS sorted by county and then city. Last accessed March 19, 2013. http://www.deq.state.ok.us/LPDnew/HW/Notifiers/notifiersbycountycity.pdf. 14. United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service. (n.d.). Web soil survey. Last accessed March 22, 2013. http://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov/app/WebSoilSurvey.aspx 15. Oklahoma Water Resources Board. OWRB Custom Map Viewer-Data Driven Map Viewers. Last accessed March 21, 2013. http://www.owrb.ok.gov/maps/server/wims.php. 16. Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Oklahoma Brownfield’s Institutional Control Database. Last accessed March 21, 2013. http://www.deq.state.ok.us/lpdnew/Brownfields/IC%20Documents/IC%20Database%20edit.html 17. Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Oklahoma Brownfield’s Public Record. Last accessed March 22, 2013. http://www.deq.state.ok.us/lpdnew/Brownfields/PublicRecordBrownfields.pdf Phase I TBA 25 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 18. Digital Sanborn Maps 1867-1970. Stilwell, Adair County, OK. (1946). Last Accessed March 22, 2013. http://sanborn.umi.com/ 19. Johnson, Kenneth, & Luza, Kenneth. Oklahoma Geological Survey, (2008). Earth sciences and mineral resources of Oklahoma (Educational Publication No. 9). Norman, OK: University of Oklahoma Printing Services. 20. Rachel Francks, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, interview notes with Stilwell Mayor, Ronnie Trentham and City Clerk, May 3, 2012, Stilwell Armory. 21. Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Historic Dry Cleaner Databases. DEQ Archives. Last viewed March 22, 2013. 22. 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Full text | TARGETED BROWNFIELD ASSESSMENT For Oklahoma Army National Guard Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma ASTM E 1527-05 Phase I Environmental Site Assessment All Appropriate Inquiry Prepared by: April 19, 2013 Phase I TBA 2 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma Table of Contents 1.0 Executive Summary……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………….…………………….. 4 2.0 Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………….………………..….. 6 2.1 Purpose …………………………………………………………………………………………….……..…………………………..…………………… 6 2.2 Detailed Scope-of-services ……………………………………………………………….…………………………………..…………………… 6 2.3 Significant Assumptions …………………………………………………………………….…………………..…………..…………………….. 6 2.4 Limitations and Exceptions ………………………………………………………………………….……………………..…………………….. 7 2.5 Special Terms and Conditions ………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………….. 7 3.0 Site Characterization and History ………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………..…… 8 3.1 Location and Legal Description ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 3.2 Site and Vicinity Characterization …………………………………………………………………………..……………………………..….. 8 3.3 Descriptions of Structures, Roads and Other Improvements ………………………………..……………………………….……. 9 3.4 Owner, Property Manager, and Occupant Information ………………………………………………………………..…………….… 9 3.5 Information Reported by User Regarding Environmental Lien or Specialized Knowledge or Experience ….…….. 9 3.6 Commonly Known or Reasonable Ascertainable Information ………………………….…….…………………..……………….. 9 3.7 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues ……………………………………………………….………………………………….. 10 3.8 Current Use of Property …………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………….. 10 3.9 Past Use of Property ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……….. 10 3.9.1 Review of Aerial Photos …………………………………………………………………………………..………………………………. 10 3.9.2 Fire Insurance Maps ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……….. 11 3.10 Current and Past Use of Adjoining Properties ………………………………………………….…….………………………………….. 11 3.11 Environmental (Physical) Setting ……………………………….……………………..………………………………………………..…….. 11 3.11.1 Surface Water Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………….…………………………..…….. 11 3.11.2 Subsurface Geological Characteristics …………………………..………………………….…….………..……………….…….. 12 3.11.3 Ground Water Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………….……………………..………….. 12 3.11.4 Air Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………….. 13 4.0 Records Review ………………………………………………………………………………………….……………….………………………..……….. 14 4.1 Federal National Priorities List (NPL) ……………………………………………………………………..………………………...……….. 14 4.2 Federal CERCLIS List ……………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………….. 14 4.3 Federal RCRA CORRACTs List ………………………………………………………………………….…..……………………………..…….. 14 4.4 Federal RCRA non-CORRACTS TSD List …………………………………………………….………………………………………….…….. 14 4.5 Federal RCRA Generators List ……………………………………………………………………………………...………………………….. 15 4.6 Federal ERNS List …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 4.7 Federal Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries …………………………………………..………………..……….. 15 4.8 State-Equivalent NPL ………………………………………………………………………………………….……..………………..………….. 15 4.9 State-Equivalent CERCLIS ………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………..……….. 15 4.10 State Landfill and/or Solid Waste Disposal Sites ……………………………………………………..……………………..………….. 15 4.11 State Leaking UST List ………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………..……….. 16 4.12 State Registered UST Sites ……………………………………………………………………………………….……………………………….. 16 4.13 State Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries …………………………………….……..………………..………….. 16 4.14 State Voluntary Cleanup Sites ………………………………………………………………………….……….…………………..………….. 17 4.15 State Brownfield Sites ……………………………………………………………………………………..……….…………………..………….. 17 4.16 Oil and Gas Records …………………………………………………………………………………………….……….…………………..………….. 17 4.17 Dry Cleaner Databases ………………………..………………………..………………………..…………………………………....………… 17 5.0 Site Reconnaissance and Interviews ……………………………………………………………………..……….……………….…………….. 18 5.1 Methodology and Limiting Conditions ……………………………………….……………………………..……………………………….. 18 5.2 General Site Conditions ……………………………………………………………….…………………………………………………..……….. 18 5.2.1 Above Ground Storage Tanks (ASTs) …………………………………………………………..……………………………..………. 18 5.2.2 Landfills and/or Dumping …………………….…………………………………………………………….………………………..……. 18 5.2.3 Impoundments ……………………………..…………………………………………………………………..………………….……….. 18 Phase I TBA 3 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.2.4 Monitoring Wells ……………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………… 19 5.2.5 Disturbed and Stained Soil ……………………………………………………………………………….……………….……………… 19 5.2.6 Seeps …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………….…………….. 19 5.2.7 Chemical Spills …………………………….………………………………………………………………..………………….…………….. 19 5.2.8 Farm Waste ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………….. 19 5.2.9 Known Pesticide Misapplication ………………………………………………………………………………………….…………….. 19 5.2.10 Discharges and Runoff from Adjacent Property Affecting the Site ………………………………..…………….……….. 19 5.2.11 Petroleum Products and Oil and Natural Gas Exploration ……………………………………..…..……………..……….. 20 5.2.12 Asbestos ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 5.2.13 Lead ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………….………….. 20 5.2.14 Transformers/PCB Equipment ………………………………………………………………………..…….……………….………….. 20 5.3 External Observations …………………………………………………………….………………………………..…..………………………….. 20 5.4 Internal Observations ………………………..…………………………………………………………………….……..……………………….. 21 5.5 Interviews ……………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………………..………….. 21 6.0 Findings ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………………..………….. 22 7.0 Opinion and Recommendations …………………………………………………………………………………..……………………..………….. 23 8.0 Data Gaps …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. 23 9.0 Conclusions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………..…………….. 23 10.0 Additional Services ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. 23 11.0 Deviations …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. 23 12.0 References …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………..……… 24 Appendices A. Qualifications of Environmental Professionals B. Photographs from site visit/Site notes C. Aerial Photographs D. FEMA Flood Zone Map E. Sanborn Map F. USGS Topographical Map / Site Maps G. Deeds H. ERNS Records for Stilwell, OK J. RCRA Records for Stilwell, OK K. Underground Storage Tank Removal Documents L. Oklahoma Corporation Commission UST records M. Oklahoma Water Resource Board Water Wells N. Air Quality Permitted Facilities O. Memorandum of Agreement between Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality and the City of Stilwell P. Oklahoma Military Department Environmental Office Records for Madill Armory, 421 W. Pine St., Stilwell, OK. Q. Site Cleanup Assistance Program Lead Based Paint and Asbestos Inspection Documents Background and Disclaimer Phase I TBA 4 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 1.0 Executive Summary On May 3, 2012, Rachel Francks and Franziska Landes of the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) performed site reconnaissance of the former Stilwell National Guard Armory located at 421 West Pine St., Stilwell, Adair County, Oklahoma, as part of a Targeted Brownfield Assessment (TBA). The subject property is situated on the southern side of the City of Stilwell and is part of a school complex that includes sports fields and is used by the City of Stilwell as a meeting and activity center. The purpose of the TBA was to identify potential environmental concerns by reviewing historical data, regulatory information, and by performing a visual inspection of the site and surrounding area. The following is an executive summary of the environmental site assessment results: Recognized environmental conditions (REC) include insulation around pipes that are asbestos containing materials (ACMs), lead-based paint (LBP), and lead dust from firearms and from degrading LBP. Four historic dry cleaners were found within a half mile of the site. One currently operating dry cleaner was found within a mile of the site. It is unknown whether the dry cleaners are upgradient of the site but it is possible based on surface topography. The former Stilwell National Guard Armory was built in 1954. The property was managed and maintained by the Oklahoma Military Department (OMD) on behalf of the State of Oklahoma. Ownership of the subject property has been transferred to the City of Stilwell as of June 15, 2011. The City of Stilwell is currently working on clean up and development of the site for use by the City of Stilwell as a community center and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) as a museum. Building repair has begun and once cleanup activities have occurred, the City of Stilwell will begin occupying the building. There is one large building on the site. The offices and class rooms surround the motor pool maintenance area and the drill floor. All equipment has been removed, with the exception of a stove, heating and cooling units and the water heater. There are pipes in the latrines and the janitor’s closet to the east of the drill floor that are surrounded by insulation that has been confirmed as ACM. The pipes extend along a wall around the drill floor to the motor pool on the west side of the building. The asbestos pipe wrap appeared to be in good condition. Adjoining properties consist of the sports fields, and residential area. Historical aerial photographs beginning in 1939 show the subject property as fair grounds and residential. Aerial photos from 1995 – 2010 show the area around the location to be occupied by the sports fields and residential housing. The property is located centrally within Stilwell, and Sanborn Fire Insurance maps show the subject property to contain a fair building and a park on a neighboring property. The fire insurance maps show the surrounding areas to be residential. No National Priority List (NPL), delisted NPL sites, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) non-corrective action sites (CORRACTS) treatment, storage, and disposal (TSD) listings, Emergency Response Notification System (ERNS) list, Institutional Controls/Engineering Phase I TBA 5 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma Controls, or State landfills and/or solid waste disposal sites were found on the subject property or within the ASTM recommended search radii. No RCRA generators, Voluntary Cleanup (VCP) sites, or Brownfield sites were found on the subject property. There were no archived Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Information System (CERCLIS) site listings within a ½ mile of the subject property. There was one underground storage tank (UST) on site. It had a 1,000 gallon capacity and was used to store gasoline. The tank was closed in 1978 and removed in 1995 and the case was closed by the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC). At the time of removal, the soil below the tank and to the side was tested for total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH). The results showed all tested contaminants to be below detection limits. When pulled the tank was in good condition with no holes. The tank pit was filled with clean soil. During the site visit on May 3, 2012, there was no sign of the UST or soil staining and the pump island had been removed as well. The UST is considered a historical recognized environmental condition (HREC). OCC Oil and gas exploration records were searched for wells on the subject property and adjoining properties. There was no record of oil and gas production on the subject property or any adjoining sites. Transformers were noted to the north, east, and south of the armory. They are off the property and it is unknown if they contain polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), but the units appear new and in good condition. Fluorescent lighting ballasts are located throughout the offices in the building. The lighting ballasts are all in good condition in most rooms. The lights in the drill floor and the garage are old incandescent bulbs and new fluorescent installations. All fluorescent bulbs contain mercury and should be handled as Universal Waste unless documentation and/or sampling demonstrate they are not hazardous. Four LUSTs were found within a half mile of the subject property. It is unknown whether the LUSTs are upgradient of the site but it is possible based on surface topography. Phase I TBA 6 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 2.0 Introduction The State of Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) under a Brownfield Assistance Agreement (No. RP96681001-0) (Ref. 1) with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted a Targeted Brownfield Assessment of a property located at 421 West Pine St., Stilwell, Adair County, Oklahoma. 2.1 Purpose The purpose of this assessment is to look at the environmental conditions within the target area and provide this information to the City of Stilwell as well as meet the All Appropriate Inquiry requirement of the landowner liability protections under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, better known as Superfund – Ref. 2), as provided in the Small Business Relief and Brownfield’s Revitalization Act of 2002 (Public Law 107-118, Subtitle B – Ref. 3). The purpose of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is to identify, to the extent feasible, recognized environmental conditions in connection with the target property through a systematic review of readily available information sources and a site reconnaissance. DEQ is providing technical assistance to the project by evaluating the environmental condition of the property prior to the City of Stilwell converting the armory for use as a community center and by the VFW as a museum. Funding for this assessment has been provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). 2.2 Detailed Scope of Services DEQ examined the current use of the property and identified the historical uses of the property to determine if recognized environmental conditions exist. DEQ examined historical documents, governmental databases, oil and gas records, aerial photographs, Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps, and conducted interviews and a site reconnaissance of the area. A good faith effort was made to identify possible environmental conditions that might affect the development of the property. 2.3 Significant Assumptions History and knowledge of the subject property shows that the building was used as a National Guard Armory. Prior to armory construction in 1954, the property was used as a County Fairgrounds. There has been no oil and gas exploration on the property according to OCC records. Since the building was constructed in 1954, the building may contain ACM. The U.S. began banning the use of asbestos in most building materials in the 1970s due to studies confirming the harmful health effects caused by exposure to airborne asbestos. Insulation Phase I TBA 7 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma observed in the building during the site reconnaissance conducted on May 3, 2012, has been confirmed to contain asbestos. DEQ’s contractors performed a lead and asbestos survey on the property. Lead-based paint, lead dust, and asbestos containing materials were found in the building. See Sections 5.2.12 and 5.2.13 for more information on asbestos and lead found in the building. 2.4 Limitations and Exceptions The purpose of an environmental site assessment is to identify actual or potential “recognized environmental conditions” that may result in liability, land use restrictions, or cause delays in revitalization. The ASTM Phase I Environmental Site Assessment E 1527 – 05 (Ref. 4) is the minimum standard for environmental due diligence in the real estate industry and meets the standard for All Appropriate Inquiry under the Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act of 2002. A diligent effort in accordance with generally accepted good commercial and customary standards and practices was undertaken to identify the “recognized environmental conditions” that might affect the revitalization project. However, the identification of old hazardous waste sites is an evolving process; therefore, DEQ cannot state with absolute certainty that no other potential hazardous waste sites are located in the area. This assessment was conducted under constraints of time, cost, and scope and reflects a limited investigation and evaluation. It reflects the normal degree of care and skill that is ordinarily exercised by environmental professionals conducting business in this or similar localities. In no event shall the DEQ or its employees be liable for any damages, injury, loss, cost or expense whatsoever arising in connection with the use or reliance on the information contained in this report, except as otherwise provided by law. The information in this report is based on a review of governmental records, interviews with knowledgeable representatives of the property, information provided by the City of Stilwell, and observations of the environmental professional. The result of this assessment, as written in this report, is valid as of the date of report. The assessment does not include sampling of rock, groundwater, surface water, or air. For qualifications of environmental professionals see Appendix A. 2.5 Special Terms and Conditions This assessment report has been prepared for the City of Stilwell by the DEQ using EPA funding. Information about this report will be provided to the EPA for its files. This report and the working file are public record and subject to the Oklahoma Open Records Act and the federal Freedom of Information Act. Phase I TBA 8 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 3.0 Site Characterization and History 3.1 Location and Legal Description The subject property is located at 421 West Pine St. in Stilwell, Oklahoma. This property consists of approximately two and a half acres of land and contains the former National Guard Armory building. A site map and topographical map depicting the property have been provided in Appendix F. The subject property is located in NE ¼ SE ¼ of Section 34, T16N, R25E, Adair County, Oklahoma. The armory building’s legal description is: The West half of Lot 2, and all of Lots 3 and 4 and the West half of Lot 5 of Block 17, and the West 150 feet of an alley way 20 feet wide extending East and West within Block 17, and a tract of land described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest comer of Lot 3 in Block 17 of the original town of Stilwell, Oklahoma; thence running in a Southerly direction along the West line of said Block 17, a distance of 300 feet to the North line of Pine Street; thence in a Westerly direction along the North line of Pine Street extended, a distance of 60 feet; thence in a Northeasterly direction parallel with the West line of said Block 17, a distance of 300 feet the South line of Popular Street; thence in an Easterly direction 60 feet to place of beginning, all in the original Town of Stilwell, Oklahoma, according to the U.S. Government Survey thereof. 3.2 Site and Vicinity Characterization The former Stilwell Armory was built in 1954. According to Adair County land records, the land for the building was owned by the City of Stilwell and was deeded to the State of Oklahoma for the construction of the Oklahoma National Guard Armory on September 10, 1954 (see Appendix G). The subject property is a tract of land about 1.1 acres in size, and is located at 412 West Pine Street, Stilwell, Oklahoma. It is bounded by Poplar St. on the north, 5th Ave on the west, and Pine St on the south. The areas where the subject property and adjacent properties are located are best characterized by residential development. Residences surround the subject property to the north, east and south, and a sports field is to the west. Asbestos and LBP have been confirmed in the building by DEQ contractors. Utilities that serve the subject property are the City of Stilwell for electricity, North East Oklahoma Public Facilities Authority (NEOPFA) for gas service, and the City of Stilwell provides water and sewer services to the armory according to Ronnie Trentham (Mayor of the City of Stillwell). A review of the topographical map indicated that the surface elevation of the site is approximately 340 feet above mean sea level. The topographical gradient is to the northwest, toward Caney Creek. Caney Creek is located approximately 0.4 miles from the site to the west. The topographical map can be found in Appendix F. Phase I TBA 9 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 3.3 Description of Structures, Roads, and Other Improvements The structure of the armory is in good condition. The floor was in good condition, though there are cracks in some of the tiles and paint is present below the tiles. Yellow mastic was noted under damaged tiles. Windows were in good condition at the Armory and are not original to the building and were recently replaced according to Ronnie Trentham. Roads surrounding the Armory and the front parking lot are in good condition. The rear parking area is surrounded by chain link fence and is covered in grass. The only area of stressed vegetation seemed to be associated with the increased traffic from the renovation being performed on the building. Adjacent properties, which consist of residential and sports fields, are in good condition. Throughout the facility, there are floor drains. Based on previous armories, it is thought that these drains lead into the city sanitary sewage pipes, but at the time of this report that could not be confirmed. 3.4 Owner, Property Manager, and Occupant Information The subject property is owned by the City of Stilwell and is currently occupied by groups using the building for sports classes and events, at the time of the inspection the armory was undergoing renovation. Large pallets of supplies were stacked around the outside of the building and in some areas of the drill floor. DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program (SCAP) is in charge of identifying environmental hazards and conducting the cleanup of asbestos and lead in the Armory. The Military department transferred ownership of the armory to the City of Stilwell prior to completion of remedial activities (Appendix O). 3.5 Information Reported by User Regarding Environmental Lien or Specialized Knowledge or Experience The property owner and/or representatives reported no environmental liens on the subject property, and had no specialized knowledge or experience regarding recognized environmental conditions. The DEQ conducted a search for environmental liens at the Adair County Courthouse. No environmental liens or use limitations were reported for the subject property, and it does not appear in the Brownfield IC database. 3.6 Commonly Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Information Ronnie Trentham, Stilwell City Mayor, indicated that to the best of his knowledge the land had been owned only by the City of Stilwell who then provided the land for construction of the armory. It is known within the community that the building functioned as a National Guard Armory. Phase I TBA 10 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 3.7 Valuation Reduction for Environmental Issues Valuation of the property is outside the scope of this assessment. A professional appraiser should be consulted to place a value on the property. 3.8 Current Use of the Property The property is currently being used as a community center and area for sports classes and events by the City of Stilwell. Renovation is currently underway on the property. 3.9 Past Use of the Property 3.9.1 Review of Aerial Photographs Historic aerial photographs were searched to view the changes to the property over time. The 1939 aerial photograph was found at the Oklahoma Department of Libraries. The aerial photographs from 1995, 2003, 2005, and 2012 were found on Google Earth. Aerial photographs from 1939, 1995, 2003, 2005, and 2012 were obtained. All aerial photographs are located in Appendix C. The following represents a summary of what was found at the subject property from each photograph. 1939 aerial photograph The 1939 aerial photograph shows the subject property to be fair grounds with park land to the west. There is residential property to the north, east and south of the property. There is one structure visible on the subject property, which are most likely the fairgrounds buildings. 1995 aerial photograph The 1995 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. 2003 aerial photograph The 2003 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. Phase I TBA 11 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 2005 aerial photograph The 2005 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. 2012 aerial photograph The 2005 aerial photograph shows the subject property with the Armory. There is a sports field to the west of the subject property. The property is largely surrounded by residential areas to the north, east and south. 3.9.2 Fire Insurance Maps The 1925 Sanborn maps show the area occupied by fairground buildings. The areas to the east, south and north appear to be occupied by residential structures. The area to the west isn’t shown on the smaller maps, but on the key sheet the area appears as a park. 3.10 Current and Past Uses of Adjoining Properties Currently the areas surrounding the site are residential and sports fields. The areas to the north, east and south have always been residential and are still residential. The area to the west has historically been a park and is currently occupied by a sports field. 3.11 Environmental (Physical) Setting DEQ reviewed several sources to obtain information on the physical setting of the subject property and its surrounding areas. These sources include: The United States Department of Agriculture Adair County Soil Survey, Oklahoma Water Resource Board data viewer, and the Federal Emergency Management Association. Review of the physical setting of the area is to evaluate the sensitivity of the hydrogeology to potential contamination from sources either on or near the site. 3.11.1 Surface Water Characteristics The topography of the area is relatively flat. The former Stilwell Armory is located at a surface elevation of approximately 350 feet above mean sea level. The topographical gradient is to the west, toward Caney Creek. Caney Creek is located approximately 0.4 miles southwest of the site. Phase I TBA 12 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma According to the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA), the subject property is in an area outside the 500 year flood plain A map of this information is located in Appendix D. 3.11.2 Subsurface Geological Characterization Adair County is mainly comprised of the Boston Mountains and the Ozark Plateau within the Ozark Uplift regions. This area is characterized by a deeply dissected plateau formed by limestones and cherts, and capped in places by Pennsylvanian sandstones. Caves and sinkholes may occur in this area (Ref. 19). According to the Soil Survey of Adair County, Oklahoma, the subject property consists of Apperson silty clay loam. Apperson silty clay loam comprises 100% of the subject property area of interest and is characterized by a slope of 0 to 1 percent, a water table depth of over 18 to 24 inches, and high water capacity (Ref. 14). 3.11.3 Ground Water Characteristics The hydrogeology as reported by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) indicates the site is on the Boone which is a minor groundwater basin, and the Rubidoux which is a major groundwater basin. The Boone basin is unfavorable for production of groundwater due to its low yield of 10 gpm. The Rubidoux basin is a bedrock basin with a strongly varying saturated thickness. The Rubidoux is generally unfavorable for groundwater production due to high chloride levels in the water. The aquifer vulnerability for the area around the site is high for the Boone Basin and low for the Rubidoux. The OWRB Reported Well Log Viewer was utilized to make a map of groundwater and monitoring wells within a half mile radius of the subject property. There are a number of wells within 0.50 miles of the property, mostly used for site assessment and water monitoring purposes. The closest groundwater well is 0.2 miles south of the subject property, and is used for domestic water purposes. For a list and map of wells that are within 0.50 miles of the subject property, see Appendix M. The subject property obtains its drinking water from the City of Stilwell Utilities, which uses surface water as its water source. The City of Stilwell is currently using Stilwell City Lake, to the southwest of the city, as its water source. 3.11.4 Air Characteristics No air emissions were noticed at the subject property or the adjoining properties. The DEQ dataviewer database was searched for Air Quality Permitted Facilities Phase I TBA 13 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma (AQPF). No AQPF were found within a 1 mile radius from the subject property. There is a potential for lead dust and asbestos emissions from the subject property. Phase I TBA 14 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.0 Records Review A regulatory database search was conducted by DEQ. This search included, at a minimum, those records and distances from the site dictated as appropriate in the ASTM standard. DEQ performed a review of available federal and state databases to assess whether the subject property or proximate properties were listed as having environmental concerns, which could have an adverse impact on the subject property. The following provides a summary of the databases reviewed. 4.1 Federal National Priorities List (NPL) A search of the Environmental Protection Agency’s NPL database shows no current NPL sites within a mile radius of the subject property (Ref. 5). The subject property is not an NPL site. The database also shows no delisted NPL sites within a half mile radius of the subject property. 4.2 Federal CERCLIS List The EPA database for Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) Information Systems (CERCLIS) was searched for active and archived CERCLIS sites on and near the subject property (Ref. 7). The ASTM’s recommended search radius for the subject property for both active and archived CERCLIS sites is ½ mile. No CERCLIS sites were found within a ½ mile radius of the site. The property is not listed as an active CERCLIS site. The subject property is also not listed in the archived CERCLIS site list. There are no archived sites within a ½ mile of the subject property. 4.3 Federal RCRA CORRACTs List The EPA database for Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) facilities subject to corrective action was searched within the ASTM’s required minimum distance of one mile of the subject property (Ref. 8). No RCRA CORRACT facility was found within the one-mile radius of the subject property. 4.4 Federal RCRA non-CORRACTS TSD List The EPA database for RCRA facilities not subject to corrective action was searched within the ASTM’s required minimum distance of ½ mile of the subject property (Ref. 8). No RCRA non-CORRACT Treatment, Storage and Disposal (TSD) sites are within the ½ mile radius of the subject property. Phase I TBA 15 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.5 Federal RCRA Generators List The EPA RCRA Notifiers database was searched for RCRA generators within the ASTM’s required minimum search distance of the subject property and adjoining properties (Ref. 8). The subject property did not have any RCRA notifiers or generators. There were also no facilities found near the subject property. No large quantity generators were reported within the subject property and its adjoining properties. For a list of local generators outside of the search radius see Appendix (J). 4.6 Federal ERNS List The Emergency Response Notification system (ERNS) maintained by the National Response Center was searched for any hazardous substance releases or spills within the subject property (Ref. 9). ASTM requires a minimum search distance of property only when identifying ERNS cases. No ERNS sites were reported within the property or the adjoining properties. For a list of local incidents outside of the search radius see Appendix (H). 4.7 Federal Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries Federal institutional control/engineering control registries are still under development. There are no known Institutional Control/Engineering Controls in effect for this property. Following cleanup of asbestos and lead, the DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program will file a deed notice on the property. 4.8 State-Equivalent NPL DEQ does not have a State-equivalent NPL database. Oklahoma does not have a State Superfund law to establish a State-equivalent NPL database. 4.9 State-Equivalent CERCLIS DEQ does not have a State-equivalent CERCLIS database. 4.10 State Landfill and / or Solid Waste Disposal Sites DEQ regulates landfills and solid waste disposal sites across the State of Oklahoma (Ref. 10). State landfills and solid waste disposal facilities were searched in the DEQ database within the ASTM required minimum distance of ½ mile from the subject property. No permitted landfills or solid waste disposal facilities are located within the search distance of the subject property. Phase I TBA 16 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.11 State Leaking UST List The OCC UST Notification Database and OWRB’s Online Data viewer were searched to locate any known leaking underground storage tank (LUST) sites located within the ASTM’s minimum search distance of a ½ mile of the subject property. Four LUST sites were found within the ½ mile radius. The following sites are listed and described below. Ez Mart #550, located at 110 North 2nd St., is south east of the subject property. The three of the tanks are listed as permanently out of service, two of the tanks are listed as currently in service, and the cases are all closed, but there are no other records regarding these LUSTs. The LUST case Facility ID number is 064-1952. Harvest Foods, located at 419 North 2nd St., is north east of the subject property. The two tanks are listed as permanently out of service and backfilled. The cases are closed. The LUST case Facility ID number is BF-0215. Olives Station, located at North 2nd St. and Hwy 59, is northeast of the subject property. The tanks are listed as permanently out of service and the cases are closed. The LUST case ID number is 064-2284. Stilwell Foods, located at 5 East Walnut St., is south east of the subject property. The tanks are listed as permanently out of service and the case is closed. The LUST case Facility ID number is 064-PN. 4.12 State Registered UST Sites The OCC UST Notification Database was searched to locate registered underground storage tanks (UST) located within the ASTM’s minimum search distance of the subject property and its adjoining properties. The subject property formerly contained a 1,000 gallon gasoline UST on the property. The UST was closed on June 30, 1978 and removed August 22, 1995 from the subject property (Appendix K). No leaks were reported to the OCC for the UST. Following the tank removal the soil was sampled from the wall and the bottom center of the tank pit. Soil samples collected were below detection limits for TPH (GRO) and (DRO). No USTs were found on adjoining properties. For a list of registered UST sites, see Appendix L. 4.13 State Institutional Control/Engineering Control Registries According to the DEQ Brownfield’s Institutional Control Database there are no known Institutional Control/Engineering Controls in effect for this property (Ref. 16). Following cleanup of asbestos and lead, the DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program will file a deed notice on the property. Phase I TBA 17 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 4.14 State Voluntary Cleanup Sites The DEQ Online Data Viewer was searched for Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) sites within the required ASTM search distance of ½ mile of the Stilwell Armory (Ref. 11). No VCP sites are located on or within ½ mile of the subject property. 4.15 State Brownfield Sites The DEQ Brownfield database was searched for Brownfield sites within the required ASTM search distance of ½ mile of the Stilwell Armory (Ref. 17). No Brownfield sites were found within ½ mile of the Stilwell Armory. 4.16 Oil and Gas Records The subject property is bisected by the section line between Section 28 and 33, T5S, R5E, of Adair County, Oklahoma. Portions occupy the SE, SE corner of Section 28 and the NE, NE corner of Section 33. The DEQ performed a search of oil and gas records from the Oklahoma Corporation Commission’s (OCC) oil and gas records database. There were no records of wells on the subject property or in adjacent areas. 4.17 Dry Cleaner Databases DEQ’s historic dry cleaner databases were searched for a radius of one mile around the subject property (Ref. 21). Five historic dry cleaners were noted for Stilwell, Oklahoma. Pro Cleaners was located 0.29 miles southeast of the subject property at 11 N. 1st Street, Thomas’ Clean Cleaners (operated from 1963 to 1985) was located 0.33 miles southeast of the subject property at 112 S. 2nd Street, and Drive in Cleaners (operated from 1965 to 1966) is located 0.44 miles southeast of the subject property. The addresses of the following historic dry cleaners was not descriptive enough to locate the property, they are: Nu-way Cleaners (operated from 1946 to 1962) located on Main Street in Stilwell, Oklahoma and Clean Cleaners (operated from 1941 to 1962) had a mailing address of Box 67 in Stilwell, Oklahoma. To capture present day dry cleaners operating in the area, yellowpages.com was searched (Ref. 22). One dry cleaner was listed within one mile of the subject property (Modern Cleaners). Modern Cleaners is located 0.58 miles south of the subject property at 410 S. 2nd Street. Phase I TBA 18 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.0 Site Reconnaissance and Interviews 5.1 Methodology and Limiting Conditions A site reconnaissance of the subject property located at 421 W. Pine St., Stilwell, OK was performed on May 3, 2012. Rachel Francks and Franziska Landes of the DEQ met the caretaker of the subject property, Ronnie Trentham (City of Stilwell Mayor) at the subject property. Trentham introduced Francks and Landes to the site and answered questions to the best of his knowledge on the site. Trentham provided access to the building and provided background information about the property to the best of his knowledge. All areas of the building were observed noting any environmental conditions that might need additional investigation. The entire outside area of the subject property was walked through for observations that might need additional investigation as well. 5.2 General Site conditions The former Stilwell Armory Property is composed of a brick building of approximately 11216 square feet that was built in 1954 and does not contain an indoor firing range (IFR). The building is currently occupied and under renovation by the City of Stilwell. The city uses the facility for storage and community activities. The property surrounding the building consists of a residential area and an asphalt parking lot to the south; residential area to the east; residential area to the south; and a public sports field to the west. The subject property is in town and paved streets are located to the north, west, and south of the subject property. The following are general site conditions that were evaluated on the property and adjacent properties. 5.2.1 Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) There were no ASTs at the site, nor was there any indication that there had been at any point. 5.2.2 Landfills and/or Dumping There was no indication that any part of the property had been used as a landfill at any point. 5.2.3 Impoundments There was no standing water on the property. There is a ditch between the road and the property to the west of the armory, and a large storm drainage culvert to the south of the property. There was no water in the ditch at the time of the site visit and the culvert had only a small amount of standing water. Phase I TBA 19 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma Ronnie Trentham mentioned that improvements were planned for the culvert, but did not know when they would be completed. It seems likely the water will flow with the topographical gradient to the northwest. 5.2.4 Monitoring Wells There were no wells noted during the site visit. The OWRB data viewer has no record of wells being located on the property. 5.2.5 Disturbed and Stained Soils There lot where vehicles were kept was overgrown with grass, so stained soils would not be visible. The vegetation around the armory appeared to be in good condition and did not appear distressed, except in an area of high traffic due to the renovations that were occurring on the armory. 5.2.6 Seeps No seeps of any kind were observed at the subject property. 5.2.7 Chemical Spills No evidence of possible chemical spills was observed on the subject property. 5.2.8 Farm Waste No farm waste was observed at the subject property. 5.2.9 Known Pesticide Misapplication No known pesticide misapplications were detected during the site visit or during the supportive research. 5.2.10 Discharges and Runoff from Adjacent Property Affecting the Site Rainwater runs off to the west side of the subject property. No potential pollutants were observed on the neighboring properties that may affect the armory. Phase I TBA 20 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.2.11 Petroleum Products and Oil and Natural Gas Exploration No petroleum products or oil and natural gas exploration was observed during the site visit. 5.2.12 Asbestos Since many of the State armories were built before the 1970s, there is a high potential of finding asbestos containing material (ACM) in the armory buildings. The U.S. began banning the use of asbestos in most building products in the 1970s due to studies confirming the harmful health effects caused by exposure to airborne asbestos. ACM may be found in the insulation wrapping of the heating pipes and/or heaters, roofing materials, ceiling tiles, window putty, mastic, and floor tiles. Floor tiles that are 9”x9” have been found to regularly contain asbestos. DEQ’s contractor has conducted an asbestos survey and survey and assessment for lead in paint and settled dust in the armory. Asbestos was detected in thermal pipe wrap and fittings, floor tiles, and transite soffits. Pipe with the wrapping was noted in both bathrooms as well as the water heater closet, and the drill floor. The pipe wrap is in fair condition and no areas of fraying were noted. 5.2.13 Lead Surveys for lead-based paint and lead dust throughout the building have been conducted by a contractor for the DEQ. The reports indicate that lead based paint is present in a few rooms on the walls, doors, windows, and roof/ceiling trusses. There is not an IFR in this building, so any lead dust is most likely due to deteriorated lead-based paint, or munitions stored in the building. Several rooms showed lead levels above the HUD acceptable limits. 5.2.14 Transformers/PCB Equipment There were two transformers observed to the west of the site, and one noted to the east of the site, on an adjacent property. It is unknown if the transformers contain PCBs, but they appeared to be in good condition. 5.3 External Observations The exterior of the building appears to be in good condition. The armory is currently undergoing renovations. There were no recognized issues with the exterior of the building. Phase I TBA 21 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 5.4 Internal Observations The building is currently unoccupied and was last used by the Oklahoma Army National Guard to support the military mission. The one story building was constructed from brick in 1954. Before construction of the armory building, the land was owned by the City of Stilwell and was occupied by a fair grounds. During the site visit on April 11, 2011, the building appeared to be in good condition though there were signs of water damage along several walls. No mold was noted during the site visit and Ronnie Trentham said that repairs had been made to the roof to address the source of the damage. Photographs of the internal view of the site can be found in Appendix B. 5.5 Interviews Sheldon Miggleto (Treasurer – City of Stilwell) was listed as the point of contact for the armory, due to a schedule conflict he was late to the meeting at the armory and so Ronnie Trentham (Mayor – City of Stilwell) came in his place. Ronnie Trentham and Sheldon Miggleto have limited knowledge of the site and were listed as the point of contact, because of their positions with the City of Stilwell. Ronnie Trentham provided access to the building for DEQ personnel, but had limited information regarding the history of the site. Therefore interviews were not utilized in determining the operational history of the site. Phase I TBA 22 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 6.0 Findings Summarized below are the major findings from this Targeted Brownfield Assessment and DEQ’s recommendations. The major findings of the highest environmental concern are presented first. • The former Stilwell Armory was built in 1954. The land for the building was deeded by the City of Stilwell to the Oklahoma Military for the State of Oklahoma, for benefit of the Oklahoma National Guard. The armory is currently owned by the City of Stilwell and will be used for school and community activities as well as a museum once cleanup activities are complete. A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) will be set in place between the OMD and the DEQ. Once cleanup activities have occurred, a notice of remediation and easement will be filed in the Adair County Courthouse. Four historic dry cleaners were found within a half mile of the site. One currently operating dry cleaner was found within a mile of the site. It is unknown whether the dry cleaners are upgradient of the site but it is possible based on surface topography. These are potential environmental concerns (PEC). • OCC records show the property formerly contained a 1,000 gallon UST that was closed in June of 1978 and finally removed August 22, 1995. Soil samples collected below the tank were below detection limits for TPH. The former UST is considered a HREC. • No National Priority List (NPL), delisted NPL sites, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) non-corrective action sites (CORRACTS) treatment, storage, and disposal (TSD) listings, Emergency Response Notification System (ERNS) list, Institutional Controls/Engineering Controls, or State landfills and/or solid waste disposal sites were found on the subject property or within the ASTM recommended search radii. No RCRA generators, Voluntary Cleanup (VCP) sites, or Brownfield sites were found on the subject property. There were no RCRA generators listed on the subject property or adjacent properties. There were no archived Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Information System (CERCLIS) site listings. The subject property is on the DEQ Site Cleanup Assistance Program (SCAP) list for cleanup of lead and asbestos contamination. • Four facilities with leaking underground storage tanks were found within a ½ mile radius and potentially upgradient of the subject property. • No transformers were noted on the site, though three are present on adjoining properties. Fluorescent lighting ballasts are located throughout the building. The lighting ballasts are all in good condition. The lighting ballasts may be a source of mercury. Phase I TBA 23 Former Stilwell Armory Stilwell, Oklahoma 7.0 Opinion and Recommendations Due to the past use of the property and potential contamination found on the subject property, the environmental professionals working on this site believe that cleanup of lead and asbestos will be necessary. 8.0 Data Gaps No tribal information was obtained for this assessment. No tax records, city directories, or zoning records were reviewed for this report. No interviews of the operational history of the building were conducted. However, this did not affect the ability of the DEQ to make a recommendation on the subject property. 9.0 Conclusions DEQ has performed a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment in conformance with the scope and limitations of ASTM Practice E 1527-05 of the former Stilwell armory located at 421 W. Pine St., Stilwell, Oklahoma. Any exceptions to, or deletions from, this standard are described in Section 10.0 of this report. Recognized environmental conditions on this property include lead-based paint and asbestos contamination throughout the building. The information provided in this assessment is to assist the City of Stilwell in its revitalization planning as well as meet the All Appropriate Inquiry requirement of the landowner liability protections under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, better known as Superfund – Ref. 2), as provided in the Small Business Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act of 2002 (Public Law 107-118, Subtitle B – Ref. 3). 10.0 Additional Services In addition to this Phase I Targeted Brownfield Assessment, DEQ has provided sampling analysis of potential asbestos, lead-based paint, and lead dust sources including the remediation of the building. 11.0 Deviations The following deviations from ASTM Practice E 1527-05 occur in this Phase I Targeted Brownfield Assessment. 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