Base Realignment and Closure Environmental Evaluation (BRAC EE) Fort Devens, Massachusetts
Abstract
A study to identify locations where transformers containing polychiorinated biphenyl (PCB) oil leaked onto soil on the Main and North Posts of Fort Devens was conducted as part of the Base Realignment and Closure Environmental Evaluation. This study was designated as Area Requiring Environmental Evaluation (AREE) 66. The study included evaluating the current PCB Transformer Management Program administered by the Fort Devens Environmental Management Office (EMO), the Fort Devens Spill Contingency Plan, and the ongoing transformer-inspection program. Personnel in both the Fort Devens EMO and the Fort Devens Directorate of Public Works were also interviewed. Transformers included in this study are transformers that were removed from service due to previous leaks. A total of nine locations were identified as having transformers removed due to leaks, and at six of the nine locations PCB oil had come into contact with surrounding soil. Soil samples were collected from each location and analyzed for PCB contamination. Based on the results of the laboratory analysis, further actions were recommended at four of the six locations. AREE 66A (Building 3752), AREE 66B (Building 1634), AREE 66C (Building 3575), and AREE 66F (Building 2025) have all been recommended for removal actions. In addition, soil sampling was performed at AREE 660, the Verteck Substation. Soil staining was identified in the substation and was sampled for PCB contamination. Of the 25 soil samples that contained PCBs, five contained PCBs exceeding Massachusetts Contingency Plan Standards. The contamination was detected around electrical equipment on the west side of the substation. A limited removal action is recommended for this location.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1995
- Accession Number
- ADA469475
Entities
People
- Richard Waterman
- Robert Lambe
Organizations
- Arthur D. Little