Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Dam Safety Assurance Evaluation Report, Dover Dam, City of Dover, Tuscarawas County, OH, 26479-26480 [06-4234]
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Deliveries to Everglades National Park
Project. FWS concluded that the
operations, if continued, would likely
jeopardize the continued existence of
the endangered Cape Sable seaside
sparrow and adversely modify its
critical habitat. In response, the Corps
implemented an Interim Structural and
Operational Plan (ISOP) in March 2000,
followed by the Interim Operating Plan
(IOP) in July 2002. These operations
were designed to protect the sparrow
pending completion of construction of
the MWD Project and the C–111 Project.
Because of the urgency to implement
IOP in time for the next sparrow
breeding season, the IOP Final
Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS)
was completed prior to conclusion of
modeling that supported the selected
plan. Pursuant to a March 2006 order by
the United States District Court for the
Southern District of Florida, the Corps
will be preparing a supplement to the
IOP FEIS. The Supplemental
Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS)
will update the FEIS with the modeling
for the selected alternative, which was
completed in November 2002, as well as
actual data collected since the May 2002
FEIS. In addition the SEIS will update
its analysis of the default condition for
the reservoirs.
ADDRESSES: U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, Planning Division,
Environmental Branch, P.O. Box 4970,
Jacksonville, FL 32232–0019.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms.
Barbara Cintron at (904) 232–1692 or email at Barbara.b.cintron@saj02.usace.
army.mil.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
a. The proposed action will be the
previously selected Alternative 7R that
consists of water management
operations of existing structural
components of the Central & Southern
Florida Project (C&SF Project) to avoid
flooding the sparrow breeding habitats
during the breeding season and to
rehydrate breeding habitats during the
annual wet season in order to prevent
and reverse habitat degradation.
b. Alternatives will be chosen from
the array in the previous FEIS that
involve spatial variations in conveying
water through the C&SF Project to
protect the sparrow.
c. A scoping letter will be used to
invite comments on alternatives and
issues from Federal, State, and local
agencies, affected Indian tribes, and
other interested private organizations
and individuals.
d. The Draft SEIS will update the
Corps’ analysis of Alternative 7R with
modeling that was completed in
November 2002 for that alternative and
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compare it to the previous alternatives.
In addition, modeling for marsh
operations and variable flows at pump
station S–356 based on seepage will be
used to update the analysis of the
default condition for the reservoirs
constructed in the C–111 Basin. The
previous model could not accommodate
the analysis of variable flows at S–356
when the 7R modeling was concluded
in 2002. The analysis will also include
actual hydrologic field data collected
since 2002 and information on
subsequent nesting success of
endangered species, including the
sparrow and the snail kite.
e. The alternative plans will be
reviewed under provisions of
appropriate laws and regulations,
including the Endangered Species Act,
Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act,
Clean Water Act, and Farmland
Protection Policy Act.
f. A scoping meeting is not
anticipated.
g. The Draft SEIS is expected to be
available for public review in the 3rd
quarter of CY 2006.
Brenda S. Bowen,
Army Federal Register Liaison Officer.
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Department of the Army, Corps of
Engineers
Intent To Prepare an Environmental
Impact Statement for the Dam Safety
Assurance Evaluation Report, Dover
Dam, City of Dover, Tuscarawas
County, OH
Department of the Army, U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers, DoD.
ACTION: Notice of intent.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: Pursuant to the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps),
Huntington District will prepare an
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
to disclose potential impacts to the
natural, physical, and human
environment resulting from
modifications to Dover Dam. This high
hazard dam does not conform to current
design standards related to stability and
sliding during a probable maximum
flood. Modifications will be performed
so the Dam will meet these standards.
DATES: A public scoping meeting will be
held on May 24, 2006 from 7–8:30 p.m.
ADDRESSES: Send written comments and
suggestions concerning this proposed
project to David M. Rieger, PD–R, U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers, Huntington
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District, 502 Eighth Street, Huntington,
WV 25701–2070. Telephone: 304–399–
5160. Electronic mail:
david.m.reiger@1rh01.usace.army.mil.
Requests to be placed on the mailing list
should also be sent to this address.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr.
Rodney Cremeans, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, Huntington District, 502
Eighth Street, Huntington, WV 25701–
2070. Telephone: (304) 399–5170.
Electronic mail:
Rodney.G.Cremeans@irh01.usace.army.
mil.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
1. Authority: Investigation and
justification of modifications for dam
safety assurance to completed Corps of
Engineers projects is authorized under
Section 1203 of the Water Resources
Development Act of 1986 (Pub. L. 99–
662).
2. Background: a. Guidance for this
study is provided in USACE Engineer
Regulation 1110–2–1155 for modifying
or developing new facilities, raising the
dam and/or improving the stability of
the dam to accommodate currently
anticipated flood volumes.
b. The Corps evaluates structures such
as Dover Dam periodically throughout
their life. These evaluations are
important for identifying trends in the
aging process of the structure as well as
offering an opportunity to consider
developments in the design and weather
forecasting sciences. Concerns for the
stability of the dam have grown over the
life of Dover Dam. Since the
construction of the project in the 1930’s,
the maximum pool recorded was 907.4
(8.6 feet below the spillway crest) in
January 2005. No significant problems
have been encountered with the dam,
however, inflow is very carefully
monitored to ensure the safety of the
public downstream of the dam.
c. The Corps will continue to manage
stability concerns in the event of
extreme flooding. However, recent flood
events have highlighted the need to
address on-going concerns and renew
consideration of potential lowfrequency extreme flood events.
d. The National Weather Service has
published details of procedures and
methods that are used to develop
generalized estimates of Probably
Maximum Precipitation (PMP), the
greatest rainfall rates for specified
durations that are theoretically possible
for regions throughout the United
States. These rainfall estimates are
considered extreme, with a very low
probability of occurrence. However, the
worst-case storms associated with the
PMP events, retain some probability of
occurrence. These PMP events are used
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to develop flood scenarios and guide
design criteria for strucures such as
Dover Dam. The Corps has determined
the dam may not safely accommodate
flooding during these theoretical
probable maximum flood (PMF) events.
e. In the event of a PMF, the pool
behind Dover is estimated to reach or
exceed elevation 940.5 msl. For context,
the project will be completely
overtopped at elevations above 931 msl,
the current spillway elevation is 916
msl and the project was designed for
flood waters reaching only 936.8 msl.
The concrete gravity dam is also
believed to be unstable against sliding
under these conditions due to known
faulting and uncertain foundation
bedrock quality.
f. The EIS and Evaluation Report will
consider the structural integrity of the
dam, its ability to accommodate flood
waters as well as transportation, noise,
terrestrial, aquatic, economic,
environmental justice and cultural
resource issues associated with the
performance of the dam. The EIS and
Evaluation Report will recommend any
modifications necessary to ensure the
long-term safe performance of the
structure as originally intended.
g. Modifications to meet current
design standards could include raising
the dam height, constructing an
auxiliary spillway, modifying the
existing spillway, constructing a stilling
basin downstream of the dam, and
anchoring the structure to prevent
sliding.
3. Public Participation: a. The Corps
of Engineers will conduct a public
scoping meeting (see DATES) to gain
input from interested agencies,
organizations, and the general public
concerning the content of the EIS, issues
and impacts to be addressed in the EIS,
and alternatives that should be
analyzed. The meeting will be held at
the McDonald/Marlite Conference
Center, 143 McDonald Driver
Southwest, New Philadelphia, OH.
Phone: (330) 308–5009.
b. The Corps invites full public
participation to promote open
communication and better decisionmaking. All persons and organizations
that have an interest in the Dover Dam
Project or the Muskingum Watershed
Conservancy District system of flood
damage reduction and the environment
are urged to participate in this NEPA
evaluation process. Assistance will be
provided upon request to anyone having
difficulty with learning how to
participate.
c. Public comments are welcomed
anytime throughout the NEPA process.
Formal opportunities for public
participation include: (1) Public
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meetings to be held near the community
of Dover; (2) Anytime during the NEPA
process via mail, telephone or e-mail;
(3) During Review and Comment on the
Draft EIS; and (4) Review of the Final
EIS. Schedules and locations will be
announced in local news media.
Interested parties should submit contact
information to be included on the
mailing list for public distribution of
meeting announcements and documents
(See ADDRESSES).
4. Schedule: The Draft Environmental
Impact Statement is scheduled to be
released for public review and comment
in September 2006. The Final Report
and Final EIS are scheduled to be
completed in March 2007.
Brenda S. Bowen,
Army Federal Register Liaison Officer.
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hereby gives notice of the availability of
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to practice worldwide under the
following pending patents. Any license
granted shall comply with 35 U.S.C. 209
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detection of stress biomarkers including
cortisol by fluorescence polarization’’
filed on January 4, 2006. The invention
relates to a competitive a fluorescence
method for estimating the concentration
of stress biomarkers such as cortisol,
melatonin and secretory IgA, in bodily
fluids including serum, urine and oral
fluids including saliva.
U.S. Patent application Serial Number
11/373,777 entitled ‘‘Methods for
Downregulating Expression of an HIV–
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February 9, 2005. The present invention
relates to a method of diagnosing
Rickettsial diseases by analysis of
modulation of host gene expression. The
method contemplates the use of
microarray technology for the detection
and analysis of gene up or down
regulation in response to bacterial
infection.
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60/762,559 entitled ‘‘Interim Dental
Dressing and Restorative Material’’ filed
on January 25, 2006. The present
invention relates to a restorative dental
formulation for the temporary
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missing dental restorations. The
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of the dental formulation into single-use
disposable containers for easy admixing
of contents, easy and accurate
determination of proper admixing of
ingredients and easy and effective
dispensing of restorative material.
U.S. Patent application Serial Number
60/781,407 entitled ‘‘Method for the
Detection of Target Molecules by
Fluorescence Polarization Using Peptide
Mimics’’ filed on March 10, 2006. The
invention relates to a competitive
method measuring stress biomarkers
including cortisol, melatonin and
secretory IgA by fluorescence
polarization,fluorescence life-time
analysis or fluorescence resonance
energy transfer. The method can be
carried out using samples from a wide
range of fluid samples including serum
and oral fluids including saliva.
U.S. Patent application Serial Number
60/758,099 entitled ‘‘AdhesinEnterotoxin Chimera Based
Composition Against Enterotoxingenic
Escherichia Coli’’ filed on January 11,
2006. The invention relates to a method
of inducing an immune response against
enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli using a
chimera composed of bacterial fimbriae
components and immunogenic bacterial
toxins. The inventive composition
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molecularly fused to diarrheagenic
bacteria toxin yielding an adhesintoxoid chimera.
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exclusive or partially exclusive license
may be submitted at any time from the
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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers
Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Dam
Safety Assurance Evaluation Report, Dover Dam, City of Dover,
Tuscarawas County, OH
AGENCY: Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, DoD.
ACTION: Notice of intent.
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SUMMARY: Pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), Huntington District will prepare
an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to disclose potential impacts
to the natural, physical, and human environment resulting from
modifications to Dover Dam. This high hazard dam does not conform to
current design standards related to stability and sliding during a
probable maximum flood. Modifications will be performed so the Dam will
meet these standards.
DATES: A public scoping meeting will be held on May 24, 2006 from 7-
8:30 p.m.
ADDRESSES: Send written comments and suggestions concerning this
proposed project to David M. Rieger, PD-R, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, Huntington District, 502 Eighth Street, Huntington, WV
25701-2070. Telephone: 304-399-5160. Electronic mail:
david.m.reiger@1rh01.usace.army.mil. Requests to be placed on the
mailing list should also be sent to this address.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Rodney Cremeans, U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers, Huntington District, 502 Eighth Street, Huntington, WV
25701-2070. Telephone: (304) 399-5170. Electronic mail:
Rodney.G.Cremeans@irh01.usace.army.mil.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
1. Authority: Investigation and justification of modifications for
dam safety assurance to completed Corps of Engineers projects is
authorized under Section 1203 of the Water Resources Development Act of
1986 (Pub. L. 99-662).
2. Background: a. Guidance for this study is provided in USACE
Engineer Regulation 1110-2-1155 for modifying or developing new
facilities, raising the dam and/or improving the stability of the dam
to accommodate currently anticipated flood volumes.
b. The Corps evaluates structures such as Dover Dam periodically
throughout their life. These evaluations are important for identifying
trends in the aging process of the structure as well as offering an
opportunity to consider developments in the design and weather
forecasting sciences. Concerns for the stability of the dam have grown
over the life of Dover Dam. Since the construction of the project in
the 1930's, the maximum pool recorded was 907.4 (8.6 feet below the
spillway crest) in January 2005. No significant problems have been
encountered with the dam, however, inflow is very carefully monitored
to ensure the safety of the public downstream of the dam.
c. The Corps will continue to manage stability concerns in the
event of extreme flooding. However, recent flood events have
highlighted the need to address on-going concerns and renew
consideration of potential low-frequency extreme flood events.
d. The National Weather Service has published details of procedures
and methods that are used to develop generalized estimates of Probably
Maximum Precipitation (PMP), the greatest rainfall rates for specified
durations that are theoretically possible for regions throughout the
United States. These rainfall estimates are considered extreme, with a
very low probability of occurrence. However, the worst-case storms
associated with the PMP events, retain some probability of occurrence.
These PMP events are used
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to develop flood scenarios and guide design criteria for strucures such
as Dover Dam. The Corps has determined the dam may not safely
accommodate flooding during these theoretical probable maximum flood
(PMF) events.
e. In the event of a PMF, the pool behind Dover is estimated to
reach or exceed elevation 940.5 msl. For context, the project will be
completely overtopped at elevations above 931 msl, the current spillway
elevation is 916 msl and the project was designed for flood waters
reaching only 936.8 msl. The concrete gravity dam is also believed to
be unstable against sliding under these conditions due to known
faulting and uncertain foundation bedrock quality.
f. The EIS and Evaluation Report will consider the structural
integrity of the dam, its ability to accommodate flood waters as well
as transportation, noise, terrestrial, aquatic, economic, environmental
justice and cultural resource issues associated with the performance of
the dam. The EIS and Evaluation Report will recommend any modifications
necessary to ensure the long-term safe performance of the structure as
originally intended.
g. Modifications to meet current design standards could include
raising the dam height, constructing an auxiliary spillway, modifying
the existing spillway, constructing a stilling basin downstream of the
dam, and anchoring the structure to prevent sliding.
3. Public Participation: a. The Corps of Engineers will conduct a
public scoping meeting (see DATES) to gain input from interested
agencies, organizations, and the general public concerning the content
of the EIS, issues and impacts to be addressed in the EIS, and
alternatives that should be analyzed. The meeting will be held at the
McDonald/Marlite Conference Center, 143 McDonald Driver Southwest, New
Philadelphia, OH. Phone: (330) 308-5009.
b. The Corps invites full public participation to promote open
communication and better decision-making. All persons and organizations
that have an interest in the Dover Dam Project or the Muskingum
Watershed Conservancy District system of flood damage reduction and the
environment are urged to participate in this NEPA evaluation process.
Assistance will be provided upon request to anyone having difficulty
with learning how to participate.
c. Public comments are welcomed anytime throughout the NEPA
process. Formal opportunities for public participation include: (1)
Public meetings to be held near the community of Dover; (2) Anytime
during the NEPA process via mail, telephone or e-mail; (3) During
Review and Comment on the Draft EIS; and (4) Review of the Final EIS.
Schedules and locations will be announced in local news media.
Interested parties should submit contact information to be included on
the mailing list for public distribution of meeting announcements and
documents (See ADDRESSES).
4. Schedule: The Draft Environmental Impact Statement is scheduled
to be released for public review and comment in September 2006. The
Final Report and Final EIS are scheduled to be completed in March 2007.
Brenda S. Bowen,
Army Federal Register Liaison Officer.
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