Ellwood Water Treatment Plant Demolition

Sci-Tek provided environmental consulting services prior to demolition and transfer of property ownership at the Pennsylvania American Water (PAAW) Ellwood Water Treatment Plant, which was originally constructed in 1909. For this project, Sci-Tek provided the following:

Phase I Environmental Site Assessment

• Identified uses of the property, based on reasonably ascertainable and practically reviewable standard historical sources.
• Evaluated the interior and exterior of any buildings on the property and surrounding areas to identify evidence of recognized environmental conditions that may require remedial action.
• Documented observed evidence of aboveground and underground storage tanks and observed nearby environmental risks that may affect the site’s environmental condition.
• Identified abandoned mine openings, portals, entrances to caves, and evidence of acid mine drainage.
• Provided a written Phase I Environmental Site Assessment report including photographs, conclusions, and recommendations.

Asbestos Inspection

• Collected asbestos bulk samples to submit to a National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program accredited laboratory for analysis.
• Prepared a final report of identified asbestos containing materials including location, type, condition and estimated quantities, bulk sample methodology, laboratory reports; and recommended response actions.

Lead Paint Inspection

• Obtained samples of painted surfaces utilizing an XRF automatic sampler, which detects lead in the painted surface without damage to the paint or surface.
• Prepared a final report which includes lead-based paint locations and conditions, sample methodologies, and recommended response actions.