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Site Report: Cripple Creek Tire and Automotive

Site Name: Cripple Creek Tire and Automotive
Address: 2502 George Parks Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99709
File Number: 100.26.175
Hazard ID: 24792
Status: Cleanup Complete - Institutional Controls
Staff: IC Unit, 9074655229 dec.icunit@alaska.gov
Latitude: 64.859139
Longitude: -147.895591
Horizontal Datum:WGS84

We make every effort to ensure the data presented here is accurate based on the best available information currently on file with DEC. It is therefore subject to change as new information becomes available. We recommend contacting the assigned project staff prior to making decisions based on this information.

Problems/Comments

Gasoline USTs removed in 1998. Soil contamination remained at excavation limits. Perched water and permafrost present in excavation, but depth to groundwater aquifer unknown.

Action Information

Action Date Action Description DEC Staff
7/1/1998 Site Added to Database Former Staff
7/1/1998 Leaking Underground Storage Tank Release Confirmed - Petroleum LUST Site created in CSP for source area ID 77771 300 CY contaminated soil stockpile from 3 UST gasoline removals Former Staff
11/6/1998 Underground Storage Tank Site Characterization or Assessment The UST system consisted of one 4,000-gallon tank (tank #1), one 2,000-gallon tank (tank #2) and one 5,000-gallon tank (tank #3). All three tanks and associated piping were within one excavation pit. The tanks were taken out-of-service in 1997 when the dispensing island was removed. Tanks #1 and #2 were installed in 1982 and 1978, respectively. Tank #3 was originally an AST which was re-installed as an UST in 1976. The work resulted in the removal of the tanks and the excavation of 250 cubic yards of contaminated soil. The contaminated soil was stockpiled on the south end of the property. A total of 7 soil samples were collected and tested from the excavation and 2 soil samples were collected from under each former dispenser. Contaminant levels in the excavation ranged up to 5,080 ppm GRO and 73.7 ppm benzene. Contaminant levels in the dispenser and piping areas ranged up to 9,240 ppm GRO and 150 ppm benzene. Deborah Williams
2/24/1999 Release Investigation On October 2, 1998, a release investigation was completed that included the drilling of nine test soil borings. The results of the RI showed the gasoline contamination from the former USTs appears to be confined to the strata from approximately 5 to 18 feet bgs, immediately southwest and south of the former excavation. Groundwater was not encountered in any of the test borings. Deborah Williams
11/2/1999 Leaking Underground Storage Tank Cleanup Initiated - Petroleum Former Staff
11/27/2006 Update or Other Action ADEC drafted a letter to the RP requesting a CSM for the site and an update on the status of the remediation of the contaminated soil stockpiles. Deborah Williams
3/23/2007 Exposure Tracking Model Ranking Initial ranking completed. Deborah Williams
2/21/2008 Update or Other Action the ADEC conducted Multi-increment and composite sampling on the stockpile. Consultant sampled downgradient drinking water well and stockpile. Report should be arriving shortly. Former Staff
5/20/2008 Update or Other Action An estimated 100 cy of contaminated soil remains. Recommended that it be removed down to permafrost to consider site for conditional closure. Neal Everson
4/20/2009 Cleanup Plan Approved RP and Susan Admunsen removed 100cy of contaminated soil and stockpiled on north side of lot. The clean stockpile to the west was used as backfill. Confirmation samples were taken at bottom and sides of excavation. A permafrost slab was encountered at depth preventing clean confirmation samples. Waiting for 2008 report. Anticipate- need to treat stockpiles for site closure. Neal Everson
6/15/2009 Update or Other Action RP came in to office. He is working on securing funding for consultant's report for 2008 field work. DEC should receive report soon. Neal Everson
2/16/2010 Update or Other Action Changed DEC project manager to James Fish. Janice Wiegers
3/3/2010 Meeting or Teleconference Held DEC staff (J.Wiegers/J.Fish) met on site with prospective buyer of property, who is currently operating an automtive business on site (Everything Automotive). Strict liability, closure with I.C.s, and potential for re-opning site was discussed. Jim Fish
1/19/2011 Update or Other Action Drinking water sample data submitted for a samples collected on 9/20/10. The sample was collected in a drinking water well across the Parks Highway from the former gas station. Analyses included EPA 8260, AK101, and EPA 504.1. No VOCs, GRO, or EDB were detected. Janice Wiegers
6/8/2012 Update or Other Action DEC sends letter to owner discussing currently available information and requirements for closing the site with institutional controls. Stockpile remediation must be complete prior to site closure. Janice Wiegers
10/9/2012 Update or Other Action Approved workplan submitted by Admundson Environmental Services for sampling the stockpile. Janice Wiegers
4/26/2013 Update or Other Action November 2012 stockpile soil sample report submitted. Soil samples indicate benzene slightly above migration to groundwater levels. Toulene, ethyl benzene, xylene, and naphthalene tested below direct contact, outdoor inhalation, and migration to groundwater levels.(LAG; 4/26/13). Laurel Gale
7/26/2013 Site Visit Conducted site visit with the landowner to view location and condition of stockpile. The pile has been turned over by a dozer several times to promote volatilization and degradation of the remaining hydrocarbons. Sampling in 2012 indicated soil was below ingestion/inhalation cleanup levels. Discussed a final turning and us of the soil to build up the back edge of the property where the stockpile is located. Pictures collected from the current stockpile location and the original stockpile which was previously remediated and then moved to a different property at the end of the dirt road adjacent to the east side of the property. Janice Wiegers
1/28/2014 Cleanup Complete Determination Issued Corrective action complete letter provided to landowner. Petroleum contamination remains below 8 feet and may be present under the northeast corner of the garage building. Petroleum contamination may also remain in the DOT easement along the Parks Highway. Janice Wiegers
4/22/2014 Institutional Control Record Established IC agreement signed by landowner on 1/28/14. Janice Wiegers
10/29/2014 Institutional Control Update Property was sold on 10/1/2014. Affiliate information was updated in database. Janice Wiegers
10/29/2014 Update or Other Action Staff name changed from Wiegers to IC Unit. Evonne Reese
11/12/2014 Institutional Control Update An IC reminder letter was issued to the new property owner on this date. Kristin Thompson
7/8/2015 Institutional Control Update Multiple attempts to contact the known responsible party with a reminder of institutional control requirements have been unsuccessful to date. There is no updated contact information available at this time. Reminder system set to follow-up in two years. IC Unit
7/27/2017 Institutional Control Compliance Review IC compliance review conducted. Verified property owner information with the Fairbanks Tax Assessing Office. ICs verification letter issued. Reminder system set to follow-up every three years. Kristin Thompson
1/12/2021 Institutional Control Compliance Review Compliance review started. A current confirmation of the property owner will be conducted and a letter will be issued. Evonne Reese
3/1/2023 Institutional Control Compliance Review IC compliance review conducted on this date and a reminder letter was issued. The next compliance review will be in 3 yrs. New property owner as of 11/01/2017, confirmed with FNSB map and Warranty Deed on file. Jennifer McGrath

Contaminant Information

Name Level Description Media Comments
GRO Between Method 2 Migration to Groundwater and Human Health/Ingestion/Inhalation Soil Most contamination likely remains at depths greater than 8 feet.
Benzene > Human Health/Ingestion/Inhalation Soil Benzene present above inhalation levels, but at depths greater than 8 feet.

Control Type

Type Details
Notice of Environmental Contamination Deed notice filed in the Fairbanks Recording District on 1/29/14.
Signed CS Determination Closure letter dated 1/27/14, and signed by landowner on 1/28/14.

Requirements

Description Details
Advance approval required to transport soil or groundwater off-site. Standard condition.
Periodic Review Any future change in land use may impact the exposure assumptions cited in this document. If land use changes, these management conditions may not be protective and ADEC may require additional remediation and revised conditions. Therefore, the current landowner shall report to ADEC every 3 years to document land use, or report as soon as he/she becomes aware of any change in land ownership and/or use, if earlier. The report can be sent to the local ADEC office or electronically to DEC.ICUnit@alaska.gov.
When Contaminated Soil is Accessible, Remediation Should Occur Sub-surface soil contamination is located southeast of the shop building. When soil contamination is excavated or otherwise becomes accessible, the soil must be evaluated and contamination addressed in accordance with an ADEC approved work plan.
Other The building currently on the property is used for light industrial activities (i.e., automotive repair). If the use of the building changes, or if other buildings are constructed within 30 feet of the contaminated area, ADEC must be notified and may require a vapor intrusion evaluation to determine if building occupants could be affected by vapors.
Groundwater Use Restrictions Installation of groundwater wells requires ADEC approval.
Movement or use of contaminated material (including on site) in a manner that results in a violation of the water quality standards is prohibited (18 AAC 70) Standard condition.

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