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<br />The actual asphalt plant equipment covers an area approximately 200' x 300' in the proposed <br />operation area. A layout of the asphalt plant equipment can be found on the site plan maps. <br /> <br />We are requesting 24 hours during the construction season, and winter maintenance. <br /> <br />Bauerly Bros., Inc. will meet all EPA noise level requirements during the time we are allowed <br />to operate. Berms will be used to reduce the effects of any noise generated from our <br />operations. <br /> <br />Bauerly Bros., Inc. equipment has been tested and passed air emission standards that <br />pertain to its location and its operations. We do not handle any hazardous waste at our <br />asphalt plants. All our fuel tanks are either double-walled or placed with a landfill liner below <br />them for spill containment. Our asphalt plants are equipped with bag houses for pollution <br />control equipment. As stated by the MPCA, fabric filters are rated to be 99% efficient in their <br />effectiveness to capture and control pollution. <br /> <br />We operate under current MPCA Air Quality and Stormwater permits. Bauerly Brothers, Inc. <br />holds a valid hot mix asphalt plant air emission permit. We will meet all EPA noise level <br />requirements. Stockpiles will be placed to aid in the reduction of noise. <br /> <br />The existing drainage pattern at this site will not change, drainage will occur on site. There <br />will be no water leaving this site, changes in vegetation include the area to be graded slightly <br />at the start of operations, to place equipment and stockpile storage areas. Overburden <br />topsoil will be stored in berms surrounding the asphalt operations and serve as a screening <br />barrier, as well as the stockpiles. Approximately 1.6 acres in size will be utilized for <br />operations. <br /> <br />There will be no impact on groundwater quality provided run-off is properly controlled. Our <br />NPDES permit with the MPCA is to contain storm water and protect the groundwater on the <br />site. Water drains vertically on site. <br /> <br />Haul roads and pit entrances will be watered regularly to control air borne dust and if <br />necessary calcium chloride will be used in accordance with MPCA regulations. 22Sth Avenue <br />will serve as our access/haul route. Signs will be posted to indicate truck traffic/hauling. <br /> <br />The parking area for employees is contained on the site. <br /> <br />4787 Shadow Wood Dr. NE Sauk Rapids, MN 56379-9690 <br />320.251.9472 Fax 320.251.0011 <br />