CR 98-66 Environmental Assesment WorksheetApril 29, 1998
Supporting Documents.
• Analysis of Issues
• Resolution 98 -24
• Response to comments
• Letter from Derek Johnson
• Letter from agencies
Nancy '1 Anderson, AICP
Planner
Council Report 98 -66
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET-- HENNEPIN COUNTY SITE
Proposed Action.
Staff recommends the following motion: Move to approve Resolution 98 -24, accepting the
EAW for the redevelopment of the Hennepin County site and determining that an EIS is not
needed.
Overview.
An EAW (environmental assessment worksheet) is required for the redevelopment of the
Hennepin County site. An EAW is a brief document that is designed to set about the basic
facts necessary to determine whether an EIS (environmental impact statement) is required for
a proposed project or to initiate the scoping process for an EIS. An EAW is also required to
be distributed to various governmental agencies for their comments. The EAW that was
prepared was for the larger development first proposed by SuperValu. The development has
been scaled down to a smaller development.
Based on the comments reviewed from the various agencies that responded, staff is
recommending that an EIS in not required based, on the finding that the proposed
development does not have the potential for significant environmental effects.
Rob Bouta, a senior environmental scientist from Westwood Professional Services, Inc.,
prepared a response to comments on the EAW. Mr. Bouta determined, based on the
responses to comments and the Findings of Fact, that the City Council should make a
"Negative Declaration" and an EIS is not required. The response to comments from Mr.
Bouta is attached.
Derek Johnson, an environmental project specialist from HKS, reviewed the EAW for the .
City and in his opinion an EIS is not needed. The letter from Mr. Johnson is attached.
Primary Issues to Consider.
• Have there been any comments about the EAW from the agencies reviewing
the EAW?
• Have there been any negative comments from the agencies submitted?
• What was the scope of the project reviewed?
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Primary Issues to Consider.
o Have there been any comments about the EAW from agencies reviewing the
EAW?
The following agencies have submitted comments on the EAW:
• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
• Metropolitan Council
• Minnesota Department of Health
The following are the comments:
Metropolitan Council
Items 8 — Permits and Approvals Required
Sanitary sewer service connection plan for the proposed project will need to be submitted to
the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services Municipal Services staff in addition to the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for review, comment, and issuance of a construction
permit before connection can be made to either the municipal or metropolitan wastewater
disposal system.
Minnesota Department of Health
1. Asbestos. MDH regulates removal or disturbance of asbestos - containing material from
commercial or residential buildings for the protection of public health. These regulation
mandate licensure of contractor and individuals conduction asbestos - related work and the
safe work practices associated with this type of work. The Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency regulated proper handing and disposal of asbestos - containing material, and the
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry regulated protection of asbestos workers.
For additional information, please contact the MDH asbestos program.
2. Plumbing Code. Please not the Minnesota Plumbing Code Specifies that a buried sewer
or drain be located at least 10 feet from a buried water service line or if this distance
cannot be maintained, the installation and materials must comply with Minnesota Rules
Chapter 4715.1710, subp. 2 ( Minnesota Plumbing Code). Questions should be directed
to the local plumbing administrative authority or the state plumbing regulation program.
3. Plumbing Plan Approval. Plumbing plan approval will be necessary for this project,
prior to beginning any construction. Please call the state plumbing regulation program.
4. Sewer Stubs. We recommend careful planning to consider where to locate stubs for any
city trunk sewers and future service lines or other connection, in order to maintain the
isolation distance from wells and buried water service lines.
5. Well Inventory. Item 13. A. (p.8) stated that a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
(ESA) was completed by Braun Intertec. We acknowledge the information found in the
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EAS was that three monitoring wells were installed in 1993 on the Hennepin County
public Works site, and one of them has since been removed. We appreciate the effects
that were made to find wells on the site. However, because this project involves several
different properties and there and some ambiguities involving past ownership and /or
control of same of the properties, we feel that the level in investigation in the past may
not have been adequate to definitively locate all wells which may exist on the project site.
For example, the EAW stated no wells were found in the County Well Index (CWI);
however, Appendix A (p. A41) acknowledges that CWI in an incomplete database.
Although several people were interviewed to determine information about wells, the
appendix acknowledges that no personnel form Engineered Building Components
(EBCO) were available to be interviewed (p. A45), and that two of the interviewees did
not know about the monitoring wells (p. A41) on the Hennepin County property.
We acknowledge that Braun Intertec stated that on their site reconnaissance no wells
were observed on the EBCO, General Resources Corporation (GRC) or Robert Lawrence
properties (p.41). However, it is stated that they were not diver access to the Robert
Lawrence property at that time (pp. A4, A40, and A45), so their observation was from
adjacent propertied and public rights -of -way. Also, the time labeled as "Figure 1 Study
Area" (cp. C4) in Appendix C lists Thompson Lumber Company and Former Country
Club Market on part of the project site; however, no information about possible wells
connected the these two businesses is given. In addition, excerpts in Appendix A (p.
A25) indicate that numerous other companies were previously listed as having addresses
on different part of the project site, but it is ambiguous whether all of these businesses
were only lease tenant or whether any of them own(ed) any part of the project property.
In any case, no well information was noted in the included excerpts relative to any of
their other business names.
Finally, there in no information suggesting the site reconnaissance evaluated the road or
railroad rights -of -way. Sometimes forgotten wells are discovered along such right -of-
way. As an example, our database shows three wells were installed by the Hennepin
County Regional Railroad Authority in T117N R19W, Section 19 in 1996, and they were
sealed in 1997. It is not clear whether the property where these wells were installed will
become part of this project site. However, we caution project proposes that data bases
are not all encompassing, so reviewing records is not a substitute for a field survey.
It has been our experience that wen old wells exist form part land uses, information
frequently not passed on when the land is sold or transferred. Therefore, we recommend
that a field well inventory be performed to determine if there are any existing water
supply wells (active or unused, unsealed) specifically across the portion of the property
where any construction or demolition will take place. Special attention should be made
along the proposed routes or new sewer lines, any sewer line(s) to be replaced, and any
large diameter stormwater pipes, to ensure that isolation distance will be met. Additional
specific areas to search include the vicinity of all building pads, and all proposed
roadways, driveways, and parking lots. Particular attention should be made in the areas
shown on air photos, old maps etc. where any homes, farmsteads, or old industrial well
may have been located on this property, where any digging or grading will take place, as
will a along property boundaries where wells on adjacent properties may still exist. Pleas
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note that, in addition to wells used for providing drinking water, the inventory should
include any other monitoring wells, irrigation wells, sand - point, and other wills used for
non - potable purposes.
6. Community Public Water Supply. Pleas note, however, the isolation distance from a
community public water supply well is no less than 50 feet for all types of sewer lines or
sewage contamination sources.
7. Stormwater Drain Pipes. Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725 specify that the setback
distance between water supply wells and stormwater pipes or conduits must be 20 feet if
the pipe is 12 inches is diameter or greater; there is no setback distance requirement if the
pipe is less than 12 inches in diameter. If the pipe carries sewage or sewage can back up
in the pipe, the piping is considered a sewer, not a stormwater drain.
8. Construction Activities. Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725 also require that construction
activities not bury any well.
9. Unused Wells. MDH requires that any unused, unsealed wells be brought into operation
condition or be sealed by a licensed well contractor, according to the Minnesota Rules,
Chapter 4725. An unused, unsealed well may also be addressed by obtaining an annual
maintenance permit ($100 fee) form the MDH. Maintenance permits are granted only if
the well meets certain conditions. Once a well is sealed by a licensed well contractor I
accordance with requirements of the rules, the isolation distance is no longer an issue.
10. Sealing Well(s) Prior to Other Work. We recommend that the work be completed for any
well(s) to be sealed before beginning other types of construction, because the isolation
distances apply in all cases until a well is sealed.
In case the water supply for the site would ultimately not be able to connect to city water
service, please not the following:
11. New Well. Any new well must be installed by a licensed well contractor and meet all
other requirements of Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725.
12. Public Water Supply. If a drinking water supply well would serve 25 or more persons for
more than 60 days a year, the owners should be aware that the water supply will have to
comply with Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4720 (public water supply program).
13. Human Remains. We note that a cemetery was located on this land parcel at one time.
Appendix A (p.A3) State that the human remains were relocated to another site in 1953,
but due to poor records it is possible that additional remains may yet be present in the
site. The rules specify that the minimum isolation distance between a water supply well
and a grave is 50 feet, Therefore, if a well must be construct, we recommend a complete
site investigation be made in the area chosen for the well, to determine if there could by
any human remains within the setback distance, if any remains or to the evidence of the
cemetery is found, we recommend that the area be surveyed and staked prior to well
construction, so the location information is available to the well contractor(s).
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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Our only comment on the project pertains to issues of stormwater runoff management
discussed in Item 18. There are recurrent problems with sediment filling a ditch tributary to
None Mile Creek that comes off the property. Operation at the Hennepin County Public
Works Department likely contributed to this sedimentation problem. Because the runoff
generated by the project will be treated to Nation Urban Runoff Program (NURP) standards,
we believe the project will result in an improvement of the water quality of runoff leaving the
site. As such, ongoing impacts to Nine Mile Creek will likely be reduces as a result of the
project.
The letters from the agencies are attached.
o Have there been any negative comments from the agencies submitted?
None of the agencies has submitted comments that would require an environmental impact
statement. A response to the comments is contained within the report from Westwood
Professional Services, Inc.
0 What was the scope of the project reviewed?
The EAW reviewed a larger project than is proposed now. The following was the scope of
the project reviewed:
Alternatives.
• 27,840 square feet of office
• 537,200 square feet of warehouse
• 35,000 square feet of a maintenance area.
The project also involved accuring several abutting properties and vacating abutting streets.
1. Accept the EAW and determine that an EIS is not needed. By accepting the EAW and
determining the redevelopment of the Hennepin County site poses no potential for
significant environmental effects, an environmental impact statement is not needed.
2. Do not accept the EAW and determine that an EIS is needed. By not accepting the EAW,
the City Council must determine that there are significant environmental effects and that
an environmental impact stated is needed. If the City Council considers this alternative,
findings will have to be identified that support this alternative.
3. Continue for further information. If the City Council indicates that further information is
needed, the item should be continued.
CITY OF HOPKINS
• Hennepin County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION NO: 98 -24
RESOLUTION MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT
AND ACCEPTING AN ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET AND
DETERMINING THAT AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT IS NOT
NEEDED
WHEREAS, Minnesota Rules Part 4410.4300 subp. 14.A(2) requires that an EAW be
prepared for construct of a warehousing or light industrial facility equal to or greater than
300,000 square feet in a third or fourth class city; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Rules Part 4410.1700 Subp. 9 require that multiple phases be
considered as a single project; and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 1998, an EAW was completed for a commercial
warehouse development project known as the SuperValu Distribution Center, which is
ultimately planned to include 600,040 square feet of warehouse and office to be located
in the vicinity of the existing Hennepin County Public Works facility;
WHEREAS, on March 12, 1998, copies of the EAW were distributed to all person
and agencies on the official Environmental Quality Board (EQB) mailing list and other
interested parties; and
WHEREAS, on March 23, 1998, the EAW was publicly noticed in the EQB Monitor,
commencing the 30 -day public comment period;and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 1998, a press release was submitted for publication in the
Hopkins Sun Sailor announcing the completion of the EAW , its availability to interested
parities, and the process for submitting comments on the EAW, and this press release was
subsequently replace by a legal notice that was published in the paper; and
WHEREAS, the 30 -day comment period ended April 22, 1998 at 4:30 p.m. and the
City of Hopkins accepted and responded to all written comments received; and
WHEREAS, none of the comments received recommended preparation of an EIS;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
1. The EAW was prepared in compliance with the procedures of the Minnesota
Environment Policy Act and Minnesota Rules, Parts 4410.100 to 4410.1700 (1997)
2. The EAW satisfactorily addressed all of the issues for which existing information could
have been reasonably obtained,
3. Based on the criteria established in Minnesota Pules Part 4410.1700, the project does not
have the potential for significant environmental effects,
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4. The City makes a "Negative Declaration,"
5. An EIS is not required, and
6. The City planner is directed to maintain a Record of Decision including the Response to
Comments on the EAW and to notify in writing the project proposer and the EQB.
Adopted this 5th day of May 1998.
ATTEST:
Terry Obermaier, City Clerk
Charles D. Redepenning, Mayor
Apr -24 -98 03:36P HKS Associates, Inc.
April 24, 1998
CIVIL ENGINEERING
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
URBAN PLANNING
Mr. Jim Kerrigan
Director, Planning and Economic Development
City of Hopkins
1010 First Street South
Hopkins, MN 55343
Re: SuperValu Distribution Center
Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)
612 - 659 -0891 P.02
Dear Mr. Kerrigan:
HKS Associates, Inc. has received and reviewed the comments from the Metropolitan Council,
the Department of Natural Resources, and the Department of Health regarding the SuperValu
Distribution Center EAW. The RGU is required to make a specific written response to each
substantive and timely comment received on the EAW as part of the record of decision, and send
a copy to the commenter. (A substantive comment is one that addresses the completeness and
accuracy of the EAW.)
Items that will need to be addressed are the 1) permits and approvals needed, and 2) a pre -
demolition survey for potentially hazardous demolition debris and wells. Additional permits and
approvals noted in the comments can be addressed by simply stating that the pertinent
information will be submitted to the noted agencies. The Department of Health's comments
regarding asbestos and wells will need to be addressed by conducting surveys prior to any
demolition activities. Demolition specifications should be prepared to deal with asbestos and
other hazardous materials associated with structures on the site. A well survey, as specified in the
Department of Health's comments, should be conducted and any unnecessary wells properly
sealed prior to the commencement of construction activities.
If the above items are properly addressed, it is our opinion that the preparation of an
environmental impact statement (EIS) is not needed. If you have any further questions, please
give us a call.
Sii%cerel
Derek (sir Johnson
Enviro ental Project Specialist
HKS ASSOCIATES INC
821 RAYMOND AVENUE SUITE 100
ST. PAUL, MN 55114
PHONE 612/659 -9732 FAX 612/659 -0891
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RESPONSE TO COMMENTS, FINDINGS OF FACT,
AND RECORD OF DECISION
FOR THE
SUPERVALU DISTRIBUTION CENTER
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET (EAW)
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City of Hopkins
Mr. Jim Kerrigan
Planning & Economic Development
1010 First Street South
Hopkins, MN 55343
Phone (612) 939 -1355
FAX (612) 935 -1834
CONSULTANT
Westwood Professional Services, Inc.
7599 Anagram Drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Phone (612) 937 -5150
FAX (612) 937 -5822
westwooa Yroi . services 42 004
To be considered by the City of Hopkins City Council on May 5, 1998
APRIL 1998
PROPOSER
Planmark/SuperValu
Mr. Tom Peterson
6533 Flying Cloud Drive, Suite 100
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Phone (610) 914 -5833
FAX (610) 914 -5850
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CITY OF HOPKINS
RESPONSE TO COMMENTS, FINDINGS OF FACT,
AND RECORD OF DECISION
FOR THE
SUPERVALU DISTRIBUTION CENTER
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET (EAW)
APRIL, 1998
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION 1
RESPONSE TO COMMENTS 1
EAW Notification, Distribution, and Comment Period 1
Comments Received 1
Responses to Comments 1
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Thomas W. Balcom, April 20, 1998 2
Metropolitan Council, Helen Boyer, April 17, 1998 2
Minnesota Department of Health, David Wulff, April 22, 1998 2
FINDINGS OF FACT 4
Project Description 4
Proposed Project 4
Site Description and Existing Conditions 4
Criteria Used in Deciding Whether the Project has the Potential for Significant
Environmental Effects 5
Criteria A: Type, Extent, and Reversibility Of Environmental Effects 5
Criteria B: Cumulative Potential Effects of Related or Anticipated Future Projects 6
Criteria C: Extent to Which the Environmental Effects are Subject to Mitigation 7
Criteria D: Extent to Which Environmental Effects can be Anticipated and Controlled 7
RECORD OF DECISION 8
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SuperValu Distribution Center Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)
INTRODUCTION
SuperValu is proposing construction of a grocery warehouse on 55.7 acres located in the North Y2 of the
Northeast 1/4 of Section 25, and the Southeast VI of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 24, T17N, R22 W,
Hopkins, Minnesota. An Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) was prepared for the SuperValu
Distribution Center pursuant to Minnesota Rules Chapter 4419.4300 Subp. 14.A.(2). The EAW and the
respective comments have been reviewed in accordance with Minnesota Rules Chapter 4410.1700 to
determine if the project has potential for significant environmental effects. This document includes
responses to comments received by City of Hopkins (City), the Findings of Fact supporting the decision,
and the Record of Decision that indicates an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is not necessary for
this project.
RESPONSE TO COMMENTS
EAW Notification, Distribution, and Comment Period
In accordance with Minnesota Rules Chapter 4410.1500, the EAW was completed and distributed on
March 12, 1998 to all persons and agencies on the official Environmental Quality Board (EQB) mailing
list and other interested parties. The notification was published in the EQB Monitor on March 23, 1998,
initiating the 30 -day public comment period. The comment period ended on April 22, 1998.
Comments Received
Three written comment letters were received by the City prior to the April 22 deadline. Comments were
received from the following sources:
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) - letter dated April 20, 1998.
• Metropolitan Council, Environmental Services Division - letter dated April 17, 1998.
• Minnesota Department of Health - letter dated April 22, 1998.
R ponses to Comments
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Copies of the written comments are attached to the end of this document. Comments on the EAW
generally dealt with one or more of the following categories: Item 8: Permits and Approvals Required,
Item 9: Land Use, Item 13: Water Use, Item 18: Water Quality - Surface Water Runoff, and Item 22:
Traffic. The DNR comment letter stated that preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is
not warranted for this project.
Because only three comment letters were received, this documents responds to the comments on a letter -
by- letter basis. Many responses are confined to substantive issues that "address the accuracy and
completeness of the material contained in the EAW, potential impacts that may warrant further
investigation before the project is commenced, and the need for an EIS on the proposed project," as set
forth under Minnesota Rules Chapter 4410.1600. Comments and recommendations that do not address
these areas have been duly noted for the record and may not be specifically addressed in the responses.
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RESPONSE TO COMMENTS, FINDINGS OF FACT, AND RECORD OF DECISION
SuperValu Distribution Center Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)
JVlinnesota Department of Natural Resources. Thomas W. Balcom. April 20. 1998
The DNR noted recurrent problems with sediment filling a ditch tributary to Nine Mile Creek that
comes off the property. The DNR believes the current land use on the site contributes to the
sediment load. Because the proposed project will comply with Nationwide Urban Runoff Program
(NURP) standards, the DNR believes the proposed project will result in an improvement of runoff
water quality leaving the site.
Response: So noted for the record.
Metropolitan Council. Helen Boyer. April 17. 1998
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The Metropolitan Council noted that sanitary sewer service connection plans for the proposed project
will need to be submitted to the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services, Municipal Services
staff in addition to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for review, comment, and issuance of a
construction permit before connection can be made to the wastewater disposal system.
Response: So noted for the record. The City and the project proposer appreciate the
clarification of permits needed.
Minnesota Department of Health. David Wulff. April 22. 1998
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) provided information regarding their authority to
regulate removal and disturbance of asbestos- containing materials. The telephone number for the
MDH asbestos program is (612) 215 -0900.
Response: So noted for the record. The City and project proposer appreciate the clarification
ofjurisdiction for asbestos handling and removal. As stated in the EAW under Item 9, "areas of
the site that have potential contamination will be investigated in more detail prior to
redevelopment of the site." An asbestos survey will be carried out prior to site redevelopment
during the detailed site investigation. Any necessary disturbance and /or removal of asbestos -
containing building materials will be coordinated with the MDH to ensure compliance with
applicable rules.
The MDH provided information regarding the Minnesota Plumbing Code, Minnesota Rules Chapter
4715.1710 Subp. 2. The MDH indicated plumbing plan approval will be necessary for this project in
coordination with the state plumbing regulation program. The MDH stated that questions regarding
this code should be directed to the local plumbing administrative authority or the state plumbing
regulation program at (612) 215 -0836.
Response: So noted for the record. The project proposer will submit the Plumbing Plan and the
Site Plan showing sewer and water service to the MDH prior to construction as required.
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SuperValu Distribution Center Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)
The MDH recommended careful planning when locating sewer stubs for any City trunk sewers and
future service lines or other connections, in order to maintain required isolation distances from wells
and water service lines.
Response: So noted for the record.
Response: Information regarding applicable Minnesota Rules is duly noted for the record. A
complete field well inventory will be conducted prior to redevelopment of the site. The
consultant retained to conduct this inventory will be informed of the MDH's concerns, and the
project will be designed to comply with all well setbacks and other setbacks referenced in the
MDH's comments. The project will be designed to comply with all the MDH Rules and the
Minnesota Plumbing Code, and will be constructed by licensed. contractors.
The MDH's comments regarding human remains have been noted for the record. As stated in
the EAW, the project will be connected to the City of Hopkins public water supply and will not
involve the installation of any new wells. With respect to human remains, the concerns of the
Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) have been addressed, and additional
efforts will be made to verify that all human remains have been removed from the site prior to
site redevelopment.
Response: These businesses are located outside of the EAW project area. As noted on page 14
of the EAW under Item 22: "It should be recognized that the Traffic Study for SuperValu
Expansion evaluated potential future expansion and redevelopment of other property in addition
to the project evaluated under this EAW. For comparison purposes, the portion of the
comprehensive traffic study identified as `New Grocery' and anticipated for completion in the
year 2000 is comparable to the project addressed by this EAW."
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The MDH expressed concerns regarding Item 13a of the EAW, including the accuracy and
completeness of well location data for the subject property and the potential need for further
investigation for wells in areas that were inaccessible during the site reconnaissance. The MDH
recommended a field well inventory to determine if any additional wells exit, especially in areas of
proposed construction or demolition. MDH cited required separation distances for placement of new
sewer lines, replaced sewer lines, large diameter stormwater pipes, and stormwater drain pipes in
relation to any well or public water supply. The MDH also noted that a cemetery was formerly
located on the subject property, and stated that water supply wells must be separated from human
graves by 50 feet.
The MDH noted that Figure 1 of Appendix C of the EAW (Traffic Study for SuperValu Expansion in
Hopkins) referenced the Thompson Lumber Company and the Former Country Club Market, but the
EAW provided no information about wells connected with these businesses.
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The MDH provided information regarding their requirement that any unused, unsealed well be
brought into operating condition or sealed by a licensed well contractor in accordance with
Minnesota Rules Chapter 4725. The MDH also recommended that wells be sealed prior to the start
of other types of construction in compliance with the isolation distance requirements.
Response: As stated in the EAW under Item 13a, Water Use: "Remaining monitoring wells will
be abandoned and sealed in accordance with Minnesota Department of Health regulations when
it becomes apparent that they are no longer necessary. " Any additional wells identified during
the complete field well inventory will also be sealed in a similar manner by licensed contractors.
As stated in the EAW, the site will be connected to the City of Hopkins public water supply
following project completion and the project will not involve the installation of any new wells.
The MDH provided information applicable to new well installation, including information applicable
to a public water supply.
Response: As stated under Item 13 in the EAW: "The proposed project will be served by the
City of Hopkins municipal water system and will not involve the installation of any wells." The
City of Hopkins water supply has DNR Water Appropriation Permit Number 75 -6245 and
utilizes groundwater aquifers as its water source.
Proj ct Description
Proposed Project
The proposed SuperValu Distribution Center will entail 572,200 square feet of warehouse and
27,840 square feet of office development supported by 375 passenger vehicle parking stalls, 250
semi truck stalls and loading bays, and 2.9 acres of stormwater ponding.
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FINDINGS OF FACT
Minnesota Rules 4410.4300 Subp. 14.A,(2) state that the mandatory EAW threshold for
"construction of a new or expansion of an existing warehousing or light industrial facility" in a third
or fourth class city is 300,000 square feet. The proposed SuperValu Distribution Center exceeds this
mandatory EAW threshold.
Site Description and Existing Conditions
The site is located in the North V2 of the Northeast 'A of Section 25, and the Southeast V4 of the
Southeast 'A of Section 24, T117N, R22W. The site is located west of Highway 169, south of County
Road 3 (Excelsior Blvd.), north of 5 Street South, and east of 6 Avenue South in the City of
Hopkins. The site has been in developed industrial use since the 1960s and includes the Hennepin
County Public Works Facility, the General Resources Corporation (GRC) facility, the Engineered
Building Components (EBCA) property, and portions of existing street right -of -way.
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SuperValu Distribution Center Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)
Criteria Used in Deciding Whether the Project has the Potential for Significant Environmental
Effects
Criteria A: Type. Extent, and Reversibility Of Environmental Effects
According to Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 Subp. 7 (A), the first factor that the City must consider is
the "type, extent, and reversibility of environmental effects." The City's findings are set forth below.
1. Project Site. The site is currently occupied by the Hennepin County Public Works Facility, the
General Resources Corporation (GRC) facility, the Engineer Building Components (EBCA)
property and portions of existing street right of way. The site has been in developed industrial
use since the 1960s.
2. Fish, Wildlife, and Ecologically Sensitive Resources. The project is expected to result in some
local decline in wildlife abundance, but the site has been impacted by heavy industrial uses since
the 1960s and was impacted by agricultural uses prior to development. The proposed project
does not represent a significant alteration of land use. The site does not include any habitat types
or wildlife species known to be especially unique or rare to the area.
3. Water Resources. The site does not contain any jurisdictional wetlands.
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5. Water - related Land Use Management Districts. The project is not located within a shoreland
district or 100 -year floodplain.
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4. Water Use. The site will be connected to the City of Hopkins public water supply. The demand
is anticipated at approximately 28,133 gallons per day on a maximum potential average daily
basis.
6. Erosion and Sedimentation. Steep slopes on the site are limited to stockpile areas. All site
grading and erosion control activities are subject to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) permit for construction activities.
7. Water Quality - Surface Water Runoff. The project will maintain runoff rates at existing
levels and sediment and nutrient removal from stormwater will meet NURP (Nationwide Urban
Runoff Program) guidelines. All stormwater ponding will meet Nine Mile Creek Watershed
District permitting standards. Significant negative downstream impacts are not anticipated.
8. Water Quality - Wastewaters. The estimated maximum potential wastewater production has
been estimated at 25,575 gallons per day. All wastewater will be discharged to the City of
Hopkins sanitary sewer system. No infrastructure facility upgrades will be needed.
9. Ground Water - Potential for Contamination. No toxic or hazardous materials other than
vehicle fuels and normal cleaners are expected to be used on the project site. The project will
include an emergency generator fueled by natural gas. All hazardous materials identified on the
site during the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment will be removed and treated in
accordance with regulations.
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10. Solid Wastes; Hazardous Wastes; Storage Tanks. The maximum potential solid waste
generation for development has been estimated at 600 tons per year. No animal manure, sludge,
or ash generation is anticipated. City of Hopkins ordinances require mandatory recycling of
eligible materials. Non - recycled waste will be hauled to either to the Hennepin Energy Resource
Company Waste to Energy Facility or a sanitary landfill. The proposed development will not
involve installation of any storage tanks. All storage tanks currently on the property will be
removed and disposed of properly prior to construction.
11. Traffic. The proposed project is not expected to impact on the regional roadway system.
Compared to existing land uses, the proposed project will result in lower net trip generation
during the am and pm peak hours. There are no intersection level of service traffic problems
associated with the proposed project.
12. Air Quality. The project is expected to have a negligible impact on air quality. No stationary
source air emissions are anticipated as a result of this project.
13. Noise and Dust. Noise levels are expected to increase locally during project construction, but
hours of construction will be limited to help mitigate effects of noise. It is not anticipated that
fugitive dust will be generated in objectionable quantities.
14. Compatibility with Plans. The proposed project is consistent with current land uses and zoning
for the project site. No land use conflicts are anticipated.
Criteria B: Cumulative Potential Effects of Related or Anticipated Future Projects
According to Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 Subp. 7 (B), the second factor the City must consider is the
"cumulative potential effects of related or anticipated future projects." The City's findings are set
forth below.
The Concept Plan shows that the 55.7 -acre site will include approximately 16.1 acres of lawn and
landscaping, and SuperValu intends to reserve opportunities to expand the proposed Distribution
Center in the future in response to market conditions. Future development may be proposed within
the current project boundaries, or SuperValu may consider acquisition of additional adjacent
property for expansion purposes. The Robert Lawrence property located west of 6 Avenue is
Iocated outside the EAW project boundaries and may be considered by SuperValu for future
expansion. However, no project expansion concepts have been developed at this time, and it is not
currently possible to assess environmental impacts that may be associated with potential future
expansion.
The EAW was based on Preliminary Concept Plans, which may be subject to change or refinement.
However, as long as the project boundaries, scope, and environmental effects do not change
substantially, the EAW and the Findings of Fact will remain accurate and valid. The need for
environmental review of any future expansion, whether located inside or outside the project
boundary, will be determined according to the rules discussed in the paragraph below.
Any future expansion applications will not likely be filed until at least three years after construction
of this project has begun. Assuming this becomes the case, future development applications will fall
under a separate environmental review, as set forth under Minnesota Rules Part 4410.4300 Subpart 1.
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Unit of Government 1
Type of Application
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City of Hopkins
Preliminary and Final Plat and Site Plan
City of Hopkins
Grading Permit
City of Hopkins
Building Permit
City of Hopkins
Municipal Water Connection Permit
City of Hopkins
Sanitary Sewer Connection Permit
Nine Mile Creek Watershed District
Grading and Stormwater Management
Metropolitan Council
Sanitary Sewer Connection Permit
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
NPDES /General Stormwater Permit
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Sanitary Sewer Extension
Minnesota Department of Health
Water Main Extension
Minnesota Department of Health
Site and Plumbing Plan Approval
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If future development exceeds a mandatory EAW threshold and is separated from this project by at
least three years, a separate EAW will be completed at that time. If future development is separated
from this project by at least three years and does not exceed an EAW threshold, no future
environmental review will be necessary. If future development is separated from this project by less
than three years, this EAW will be amended before future development proceeds.
Criteria C: Extent to Which the Environmental Effects are Subject to Mitigation
According to Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 Subp. 7 (C), the third factor the City must consider is the
"extent to which the environmental effects are subject to mitigation by ongoing public regulatory
authority." The following permits and approvals are required for this project:
The potential environmental effects associated with this project are less than significant and will be
mitigated in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations. The City of Hopkins therefore
finds that the potential environmental effects of the project are "subject to mitigation by ongoing
public regulatory authority" and an EIS need not be prepared.
Criteria D: Extent to Which Environmental Effects can be Anticipated and Controlled
According to Minnesota Rules 4410.1700 Subp. 7 (D), the final factor the City must consider is the
"extent to which environmental effects can be anticipated and controlled as a result of other
environmental studies undertaken by public agencies or the project proposer, or of EIS's previously
prepared on similar projects." The City's findings are set forth below.
1. The proposed project is similar to other warehouse development projects within fully- developed
urban areas. Other projects of similar scope, accompanied by similar traffic studies and
stormwater ponding, have, in general, successfully mitigated potential off -site environmental
impacts.
2. The EAW, in conjunction with this document, contains or references the known studies that
provide information or guidance regarding environmental effects which can be anticipated and
controlled.
3. Because the maximum build alternative of the proposed project (600,040 square feet) falls
149,960 square feet short of the mandatory EIS threshold (750,000 square feet), no EIS that
addresses a similarly sized project was available at the City of Hopkins
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4. In light of the results of environmental review and permitting processes for similar projects, the
City of Hopkins finds that the environmental effects of the project can be adequately anticipated
and controlled.
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RECORD OF DECISION
Based on the EAW, the response to comments, and the Findings of Fact, the City of Hopkins, the RGU
for this environmental review, concludes the following:
1. The EAW was prepared in compliance with the procedures of the Minnesota Environmental Policy
Act and Minnesota Rules, Parts 4410.1000 to 4410.1700 (1997),
2. The EAW satisfactorily addressed all of the issues for which existing information could have been
reasonably obtained,
3. Based on the criteria established in Minnesota Rules Part 4410.1700, the project does not have the
potential for significant environmental effects,
4. The City makes a "Negative Declaration," and
5. An EIS is not required.
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Metropolitan Council
Working for the Region, Planning for the Future
April 17, 1998
Mr. Jim Kerrigan
Director, Planning & Economic Development
City of Hopkins
1010 First Street South
Hopkins, MN 55343
RE: EAW- Hopkins, Super Valu Distribution Center
Metropolitan Council District 3, Council Member Mary H. Smith
Referral File No. 16738-1
Dear Mr. Kerrigan:
The Council's Environmental Services staff has conducted a review of this EAW to determine its
adequacy and accuracy in addressing regional concerns. The proposal is intending to develop a
55.7 -acre industrial site for a 600,040 square foot grocery warehouse.
The staff review has concluded that the EAW is complete and accurate with respect to regional
purposes. However, staff provides the following comment for your consideration.
Item 8 - Permits and Approvals Required
Sanitary sewer service connection plans for the proposed project will need to be submitted to
the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services, Municipal Services staff in addition to the
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for review, comment, and issuance of a construction permit
before connection can be made to either the municipal or metropolitan wastewater disposal
system.
No formal action will be taken on this EAW by the Council. Council staff recommends that the
city evaluate and respond to the comment contained herein before making a negative declaration
on this EAW.
This will conclude the Council's review of the EAW. If you have any questions or need further
information with respect to these matters, please contact Linda O'Connor, principal reviewer, at
602 -1098.
Sincerely,
C
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Helen Boyer
Director, Environmental Services Division
cc: Mary H. Smith, Metropolitan Council District 3
Keith Buttleman, Director, MCES Environmental Planning and Evaluation Department
Richard E. Thompson, Supervisor, Comprehensive Planning
Tom Caswell, Sector Representative
Lynda Voge, Linda O'Connor, Metropolitan Council Staff
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PO. Box 64975
St. Paul, MN 55164 -0975
April 22, 1998
Mr. Jim Kerrigan, Director
Planning and Economic Development
City of Hopkins
1010 First Street South
Hopkins, Minnesota 55343
Fax:6122150979 Apr 22 '98 16:17 P.01
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Dear Mr. Kerrigan:
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) staff has reviewed the Environmental Assessment
Worksheet (EAW) for the Hopkins SuperValu Distribution Center project, Hennepin County,
Minnesota. We understand that the project proposes to construct a new facility within an
existing city industrial area in Hopkins, for the SuperValu Distribution Center.
Concomitant development work will include demolition of existing facilities; site grading;
erosion controls; construction of a stormwater management system including stormwater
ponding, and lawn and landscaping with tree planting; rights-of-way to be vacated; development
of new roadway(s), driveways, parking lots, and truck loading bays; construction of all buildings,
including warehousing, maintenance, and office space; as well as connection to city water and
sewer services, and other possible utilities.
We also understand that the environmental review process for this EAW is proceeding
concurrently with EAW processing for a similar SuperValu Distribution Center proposal in
Shakopee, Minnesota. Although this EAW states that at least one of these centers will be built,
and potentially both may proceed, this EAW only addresses the site - specific issues at the
Hopkins site.
We will address our site - specific comments in this letter only to the Hopkins SuperValu
Distribution Center site. However, most, if not all, of our comments would apply to the
Shakopee site, if that site is ultimately developed. Because this EAW does not actually address
the question of whether another EAW document will be formally reviewed for that site, please be
aware that all parts of Minnesota Statutes and Rules will also be required to be followed at that
site, and our recommendations would undoubtedly pertain as well. We have the following
comments for your consideration:
1. Asbestos. MDH regulates removal or disturbance of asbestos - containing material from
commercial or residential buildings for the protection of public health. These regulations
mandate licensure of contractors and individuals conducting asbestos - related work and the
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safe work practices associated with this type of work. The Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency regulates proper handling and disposal of asbestos - containing material, and the
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry regulates protection of asbestos workers. For
additional information, please contact the MDH asbestos program at (612)215 -0900.
2. Plumbing Code. Please note that the Minnesota Plumbing Code specifies that a buried
sewer or drain be located at least 10 feet from a buried water service line, or if this distance
cannot be maintained, the installation and materials must comply with Minnesota Rules
Chapter 4715.1710, subp. 2 (Minnesota Plumbing Code). Questions should be directed to
the local plumbing administrative authority or the state plumbing regulation program at
(612)215 -0836.
3. Plumbing Plan Approval. Plumbing plan approval will be necessary for this project, prior
to beginning any construction. Please call the state plumbing regulation program at
(612)215 -0836 if you have any questions.
4. Sewer Stubs. We recommend careful planning to consider where to locate stubs for any city
trunk sewers and future service lines or other connections, in order to maintain the isolation
distances from wells and buried water service lines.
5. Well Inventory. Item 13.a. (p. 8) states that a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)
was completed by Braun Intertec. We acknowledge the information found in the ESA was
that three monitoring wells were installed in 1993 on the Hennepin County Public Works
site, and one of them has since been removed. We appreciate the efforts that were made to
find wells on the site. However, because this project involves several different properties,
and there are some ambiguities involving past ownership and/or control of some of the
properties, we feel that the level of investigation in the past may not have been adequate to
definitively locate all wells which may exist on the project site.
For example, the EAW states no wells were found in the County Well Index (CWI);
however, Appendix A (p. A41) acknowledges that CWI is an incomplete database. Although
several people were interviewed to determine information about wells, the appendix
acknowledges that no personnel from Engineered Building Components (EI3CO) were
available to be interviewed (p. A45), and that two of the interviewees did not know about the
monitoring wells (p. A41) on the Hennepin County property.
We acknowledge that Braun Intertec states that on their site reconnaissance no wells were
observed on the EBCO, General Resources Corporation (GRC) or Robert Lawrence
properties (p. A41). However, it is stated that they were not given access to the Robert
Lawrence property at that time (pp. A4, A40, and A45), so their observations were from
adjacent properties and public rights -of -way. Also, the item labeled as "Figure 1 Study Area"
(p. C4) in Appendix C lists Thompson Lumber Company and Former Country Club Market
on parts of the project site; however, no information about possible wells connected with
• these two businesses is given. In addition, excerpts in Appendix A (p. A25) indicate that
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numerous other companies were previously listed as having addresses on different parts of
the project site, but it is ambiguous whether all of these businesses were only lease tenants or
whether any of them own(ed) any part of the project property. In any case, no well
information was noted in the included excerpts relative to any of these other business names.
Finally, there is no information suggesting the site reconnaissance evaluated the road or
railroad rights-of-way. Sometimes forgotten wells are discovered along such rights -of -way.
As an example, our database shows three wells were installed by the Hennepin County
Regional Railroad Authority in T1 1 7N, R19W, Section 19 in 1996, and they were sealed in
1997. It is not clear whether the property where these wells were installed will become part
of this project site. However, we caution project proposers that databases are not all -
encompassing, so reviewing records is not a substitute for a field survey.
It has been our experience that when old wells exist from past land uses, information is
frequently not passed on when the land is sold or transferred. Therefore, we recommend that
a field well inventory be performed to determine if there are any existing water supply wells
(active or unused, unsealed) specifically across the portions of the property where any
construction or demolition will take place. Special attention should be made along the
proposed routcs of new sewer lines, any sewer line(s) to be replaced, and any large diameter
stormwater pipes, to ensure that isolation distances will be met. Additional specific areas to
search include the vicinity of all building pads, and all proposed roadways, driveways, and
parking lots. Particular attention should be made in the areas shown on air photos, old reaps,
etc. where any homes, farmsteads, or old industrial wells may have been located on this
property, where any digging or grading will take place, as well as along property boundaries
where wells on adjacent properties may still exist. Please note that, in addition to wells used
for providing drinking water, the inventory should include any other monitoring wells,
irrigation wells, sand - points, and other wells used for non - potable purposes.
We further recommend that a field well inventory be performed across the entire property at
the Shakopee location, if one has not already been done. The specific types of areas on
which to focus special efforts would be similar to the areas noted above.
We offer the following information in case any wells are discovered on the project site or nearby
on adjacent properties:
6. Well Setbacks. Minnesota Statutes, section 1031.205 prohibits the placement of buried
sewers, individual sewer lines, or any other regulated source of contamination, any closer to
an existing water supply well (active or unused, unsealed) than the distances prescribed by
Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725.
a. 50 feet. The rules specify a setback distance of 50 feet between a water supply well and a
component of a community sewage system, such as a sewage lift station, a nonwatertight
sewage sump, a waste interceptor, or a sewage septic or holding tank of any size.
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b. The rules also specify the following setback distances between water supply wells and
buried sanitary sewers or individual sewer lines, including building drains connected to
the building sewer line:
50 feet: A minimum setback distance of at least 50 feet must be maintained between a
well and a buried sewer if the sewer:
i. is a collector or municipal sewer;
ii. is pressurized and serves more than a single family residence;
iii. is open jointed; or
iv_ is constructed of materials that do not meet the material, installation and testing
requirements in the Minnesota Plumbing Code.
20 feet: The 50 foot separation distance may be reduced to 20 feet if the sewer meets the
material, installation and testing requirements in the Minnesota Plumbing Code, AND it
is:
i a buried, gravity sewer that serves a single family residence or a single facility such as
a business, church, school, or single commercial property. (This does not include
collectors or municipal sewers); or
ii. a buried, pressurized sewer that serves a single family residence.
7. Community Public Water Supply. Please note, however, the isolation distance from a
community public water supply well is no less than 50 feet for all types of sewer lines or
sewage contamination sources.
8. Stormwater Drain Pipes. Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725 specify that the setback distance
between water supply wells and stormwater pipes or conduits must be 20 feet if the pipe is 12
inches in diameter or greater; there is no setback distance requirement if the pipe is less than
12 inches in diameter. If the pipe carries sewage or sewage can back up in the pipe, the
piping is considered a sewer, not a stormwater drain.
9. Construction Activities. Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725 also require that construction
activities not bury any well.
10. Unused Wells. MDH requires that any unused, unsealed wells be brought into operating
condition or be sealed by a licensed well contractor, according to the Minnesota Rules,
Chapter 4725. An unused, unsealed well may also be addressed by obtaining an annual
maintenance permit ($100 fee) from the MDH. Maintenance permits are granted only if the
well meets certain conditions. Once a well is sealed by a licensed well contractor in
accordance with requirements of the rules, the isolation distance is no longer an issue.
11 Sealing Well(s) Prior to Other Work. We recommend that the work be completed for any
well(s) to be sealed before beginning other types of construction, because the isolation
distances apply in all cases until a well is sealed.
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In case the water supply for either site would ultimately not be able to connect to city water
service, please note the following:
12. New Well. Any new well must be installed by a licensed well contractor and meet all other
requirements of Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725.
13. Public Water Supply. If a drinking water supply well would serve 25 or more persons for
more than 60 days a year, the owners should be aware that the water supply will have to
comply with Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4720 (public water supply program). For information
regarding public water supply requirements, please contact Gerald Smith at (612)215 - 0765.
14. Human Remains. We note that a cemetery was located on this land parcel at one time.
Appendix A (p. A3) states that the human remains were relocated to another site in 1953, but
due to poor records it is possible that additional remains may yet be present on the site. The
rules specify that the minimum isolation distance between a water supply well and a grave is
50 feet. Therefore, if a well must be constructed, we recommend a complete site
investigation be made in the area chosen for the well, to determine if there could be any
human remains within the setback distance. If any remains or other evidence of the cemetery
is found, we recommend that the area be surveyed and staked prior to well construction, so
the location information is available to the well contractor(s).
Thank you for the opportunity to review this EAW. If you have questions or need further
information, please call the contacts noted above or Betty Wheeler at (612)215 -0807.
Sincer
David Wul ' , Supervisor
Policy, Planru :, and Anal Unit
Environmental Health Division
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April 20, 1998
Jim Kerrigan. Director
Planning & Economic Development
City of Hopkins
1010 First Street South
Hopkins, MN 55343
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Environmental Review and Assistance Unit
Office of Management and Budget Services
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Lynn. M. Lewis, USFWS
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Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)
Dear Mr. Kerrigan:
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has reviewed the LAW for the SuperValu Distribution Center
project. We offer the following comments for your consideration.
Our only comment on the project pertains to issues of stormwater runoff management discussed in Item 18.
There are recurrent problems with sediment filling a ditch tributary to Nine Mile Creek that comes off the
property. Operations at the Hennepin County Public Works Department likely contributed to this
sedimentation problem. Because the runoff generated by the project will be treated to National Urban Runoff
Program (NURP) standards, we believe the project will result in an improvement of the water quality of runoff
leaving the site. As such, ongoing impacts to Nine Mile Creek will likely be reduced as a result of the project.
Thank you for the opportunity to review this project. The preparation of an environmental impact statement
(EIS) is not required in our opinion. We look forward to receiving your record of decision and responses to
comments. Minnesota Rules part 4410.1700. subparts 4 & 5, require you to send us your Record of Decision
within five days of deciding this action. Please contact Bill Johnson of my staff at (612) 296 -9229 if you have
questions regarding this letter.
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