Licence conditions for pollution studies and reduction program


  

Licence conditions for pollution studies and reduction programs

Summary
 
Licence number: 779
Title: PRS 23 - Bayswater Ash Dam Seepage South Investigation
Start date: 01 Feb 2020
 
Licence Condition
The licensee must investigate the impact of potential seepage to the south of the Bayswater Ash Dam that is captured by the existing seepage system (the Bayswater Ash Dam Seepage South Investigation). The Bayswater Ash Dam Seepage South Investigation must include, but is not limited to, the following. (a) A review of available data to identify any data gaps and any further investigations required to address these data gaps. (b) Further investigations, if required, to address any data gaps. (c) Identification of the area of the Pikes Gully catchment that receives seepage from the Bayswater Ash Dam. (d) Preparation of a conceptual site hydrogeological model. (e) An assessment of the impact of seepage from the Bayswater Ash Dam on groundwater levels in the area. (f) A review of the impact of any seepage on ground and surface water quality, and the receiving environment. (g) Recommendations for any additional water management measures required to minimise any potential impacts. The licensee must provide a report to the EPA that outlines the Bayswater Ash Dam Seepage South Investigation, including key investigations, findings and recommendations. The Bayswater Ash Dam Seepage South Investigation Report must be provided to the EPA at PO Box 488G, Newcastle NSW 2300, or emailed to info@epa.nsw.gov.au. Date for completion: 31 March 2021. Note: On 31 March 2021, the licensee wrote to the EPA providing the report required under PRS 23. This report is being reviewed by the EPA.