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the no-build and base year results in order to determine the consistency of each alternative with . the applicable portions of the SIP. 4.5.3.2 NoiselVibration Impact Analysis The noise and vibration analysis, including train whistle blowing, will indicate the magnitude and extent to which sensitive receptors in the vicinity of the alignment will experience changes in noise and vibration levels during the construction and operation of the project. Review maps and aerial photographs that show land uses within 152.4 m (500 ft.) of the project limits will be used to identify such sites. Project limits include the alternatives or combinations of alternatives and other roads and streets with increased traffic fromtraffic diversion. Noise-sensitive-Iand uses In the study area will be identified by land uses that fall into FHW A categories A to E and FT A categories I to 3: schools, churches, residences, parks and recreational space, libraries, hospitals, and rehabilitation centers. Vibration-sensitive structures will include historic structures, hospital surgical wards, and structures housing sensitive equipment or processes. Existing rail and traffic data (speeds, volumes, vehicle classification) will be reviewed with respect to noise and vibration emISSIOns. 4.5.3.3 Contamination Impact Analysis A Contamination Screening Evaluation Report (CSER) for the selected Commuter Rail alignment will be prepared by the Contractor in accordance with the procedures outlined in NEP A. Potential hazardous materials and petroleum contamination sites will be identified based on a review of public records and field inspections. Sites identified will be ranked in accordance with - . potential contamination impacts. Recommendations will be developed for further Preliminary Contamination Assessments (PCA) for any sites ranked as medium or high-risk contamination sites. 4.5.3.4 Water Quality Impact Analysis The Contractor will conduct a Water Quality Impact Evaluation (WQIE) for the proposed project. The objective of the study will be to identify and document water quality issues relating to compliance with the Clean Water Act, other federal and state regulations. 4.5.3.5 Energy Impact Analysis The Contractor will analyze the energy implications of the alternatives considered. Baseline condition energy consumption conditions will be evaluated with reference to existing sources of electric and petroleum power in the study area. Current fuel consumption by transit mode will be calculated using operating data. Automobile energy consumption will be estimated using data on automobile vehicle miles traveled. ' 4.5.3.6 Traffic Impact Assessment The traffic analysis at the commuter rail stations will include an analysis of the street network in the immediate vicinity of the proposed stations. The following analysis will be performed: · The trip generation for each station will be determined based on the park-and-ride capacity, estimation of transit trips, and the type and intensity of adjacent land uses. The trip generation will be estimated for both no-build and build conditions. . Work Program for Northstar Corridor MIS and EIS For the Proposed Commuter Rail Service February 25, 1999 ~- -' 16 Work Program