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North ,Andover Health Deportment
(ommunity Development Division
June 16, 2014
Bill Dufresne
Merrimack Engineering Services
66 Park Street
Andover, MA 01810
Re: Sand Sieve Analysis for 143 Lacy Street
(Map 1O5D, Lot 167)
Dear Mr. Dufresne,
A sand sample was taken of the existing material at the above referenced property on May 20,
2014. and indentified as sample 143 LA. The sample was taken to determine if the material meets
the sand fill requirements of 310 CMR 15.255(3). Unfortunately, the results show the material
does not meet the requirements for Title 5 for sand fill as stated below:
• The sample did not meet the requirement for the#4 sieve with a result of 95.6%. 100% of
the sample must pass the#4 sieve.
• The sample exceeded the limit for the #200 sieve with a result of 6.2%. The allowable
requirement is 0%-5%.
The sand fill used for the system installation will be required to be in accordance with 310 CMR
15.255(3). Therefore, the existing material on site will not be allowed to be used as sand fill. A
copy of the sieve analysis is enclosed for reference.
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North Andover Health.Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Suite 2035,
North. Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
Please contact the office with any questions.
Sincerely,
/ Susan Y. Sawyer, RHS/RS
Public Health Director
cc: Stephanie and John O'Mahony
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North Andover Health Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Suite 2035,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
Soil and Plant Tissue Testing Laboratory
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representative sample. Standard Particle Size Analysis:$70.00
The first step is to determine the area that will be represented A determination of USDA textural classification by
combined Hydrometer Analysis of silts and clay and dry
by the sample.Soil physical appearance,color,slope,
sieving of sands.(Can be used to determine Alternate
drainage,and past management should be similar throughout Percolation rate for Title V requirements.) Sand sieve
the area.It may be helpful to draw a map of the property and sizes include:U.S.Standard Sieve No.10,18,35,60,140,
identify dissimilar areas where you will collect samples. and 270.
Using a clean bucket and a spade,auger,or sampling tube Additional Sieves for Title V Sands:$10.00
collect at least 10 to 15 subsamples from random spots within
the defined area. Soil texture for determination of Title V Sand for new
septic construction.Includes determination of USDA
Next,break up clods of soil,remove debris,and thoroughly textural classification by combined Hydrometer Analysis
mix subsamples in the bucket.This step very important, of silts and clay and dry sieving of sands with the
because less than 100 grams of your sample will be used for addition of U.S.Standard Sieve No.4,50,100,and 200.
particle size analysis.Once the sample is thoroughly mixed,
scoop out approximately two cups of soil and spread on a Grain Size Distribution Graph:$10.00
clean piece of paper to air-dry.For samples with more than Graphical representation of grain size distribution
about 10%gravel,submit four cups of soil.
Place dry sample in a plastic zip-lock bag labeled with
your sample ID(you create this:limit of 5 characters).Send
your saniple(s),completed submission form and payment to
the address listed above.Make check or money order
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O°Mahony Steph Primary Home
143 Lacy Street 143 Lacy Street
North Andover, MA, 01845 North Andover, MA, 01845
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❑High Liquid Level Could be an indication of system in hydraulic failure. Terms: Due an Receipt
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TEXTURAL ANALYSIS RESULTS
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Customer Name: Mill River Consulting
NOrth Andvoer BOH
6 Sargent St l
Gloucester, MA 01930
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Sample ID: TX140603-1 [
Customer Designation: 143LA
USDA SIZE FRACTIONS PERCENT OF WHOLE SAMPLE PASSING I
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Main Fractions Size (mm) Percent Size (mm) Sieve #
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Sand 0.05-2.0 94.2
Silt 0.002-0.05 5.0
Clay < 0.002 0.8
4.75 #4 95.6
Total < 2.0 100.0
2.00 #10 87.0
Sand Fractions Size (mm) Percent 1.00 #18 78.5
0.50 #35 58.7
Very Coarse 1.0-2.0 9.7 0.300 #50 38.3
Coarse 0.5-1.0 22.8 0.25 #60 31.4 _
Medium 0.25-0.5 31.4 0.15 #100 15.6
Fine 0.10-0.25 24.5 0.10 #140 10.1
Very Fine 0.05-0.10 5.8 0.075 #200 6.2
0.05 #270 5.0
94.2
0.02 20 um 1.3 c
0.005 5 um 1.0
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Coarse 0.02-0.05 4.3
Medium 0.005-0.02 0.3 L
Fine 0.002-0.005 0.3
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Mass Extension — Center for Agriculture
Soil and Plant Tissue Testing Laboratory
West Experiment Station
682 North Pleasant Street
Amherst, MA 01003
Phone: (413) 545-2311
email: soiltest @umass.edu
website: http://soiltest.umass.edu/
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North Andover BOH _
6 Sargent St
Gloucester, MA 01930
Lab Number: TX140603-1
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From: Isaac Rowe <irowe@miUriverconsu|ting.rom>
Sent: Tuesday,June l7, 2OI4I0:S9AK4
To: Sawyer, Susan
Cr: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: RE: 143 Lacyst
Susan,
| reviewed with Dan and we came up with (2) options.
Option#1-The cleanest way to proceed would be for the applicant to request a variance from Title 5 to use sand fill
that does not meet the sand fill requirements. With the recent changes within the Title 5 program, only the local
approving authority would review the variance request. �
Option#2 -The other option would be to have 3-4 other sand samples taken. If they meet the sand fill requirements �
then the Health Dept could potentially disregard the failed sample as unrepresentative of the existing sand fill on site.
Let me know if you have other questions or want to review further. �
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Thanks,
Isaac K8. Rowe, R.S. �
Project Manager
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Mill River Consulting
65argent Street
Gloucester, K4A019SO-Z719 �
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Phone: 978-282-0014 emt.804
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Fax: 978-282-1318 �
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Fromm: Isaac Rowe [nlaiKoirowe@miUriverconsuUing.cnnl] �
Sent: Tuesday,June 17, 2O141O:13AM /
To: 'Sawyer, Susan'
Cc: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: RE: 143 Lacyst
Good thought, let me think about that and review with Dan. | agree the fill is good sand but it just does not meet the
sand fill requirement for Title 5. It would be very costly to remove all that sand fill!
|will get back to you soon.
Thanks,
Isaac W1. Rowe, R.S.
Project Manager
Mill River Consulting
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6 Sargent Street
Gloucester, MA 01930-2719
Phone: 978-282-0014 ext.804
Fax: 978-282-1318
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www.mill rivgfqqn§,ultin .com
From: Sawyer, Susan [rnailto:ssawver a townofnortliandover.com]
Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2014 9:11 AM
To: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: RE: 143 Lacy st
Question; before he asks.
You know how it is ok to design for the "B" if You want to leave it? Can that happen with "fill".?? I wouldn't think so, but
it got me thinking. Maybe the BOO could do something? There are wetland issues and variances too I noticed.
Since we have the sieve.
Is it possible that it is ok to design on that analysis and only remove the required amount needed and then add title V
sand at the elevation needed?
I am just thinking that your deep shows fill to 6' plus which will all have to come out.
Thx
From: Isaac Rowe [mailto:irowe@millriverconsLilting.com]
Sent: Monday, June 16, 2014 4:21 PM
To: Sawyer, Susan; Blackburn, Lisa
Cc: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: RE: 143 Lacy st
Susan/Lisa,
Attached are the cover letter and sieve analysis for the above referenced property.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Isaac M. Rowe, R.S.
Project Manager
Mill River Consulting
6 Sargent Street
Gloucester, MA 01930-2719
Phone: 978-282-0014 ext.804
Fax: 978-282-1318
irowe@rnillriverconsulti
ing.com
wwwrnillriverconsLtt
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From: Sawyer, Susan [mail to:ssawver(&townofnortha ndovercom]
Sent: Monday, June 16, 2014 11:27 AM
To: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: RE: 143 Lacy st
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I guess we present it as the other ones. Can I have this letter in the same form as the Stanton way?
Did Bill do his own like Green CO did for Stanton. |f so, are vvediffering?
The problem iS the#ZOO sieve; correct?
The sample is supposed to be on the portion that goes through the 44 sieve. Assuming the test was done to code; Is
there something h2 will challenge?
From: Isaac Rowe [m iltcriroweL&nlillriver
Sent: Friday, June 13/ 2014 1:20 PM
To: Sawyer, Susan; Blackburn, Lisa
Cc: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: 143 Laq/st
Susan/Lisa,
Attached is the sieve analysis for the sand fill for the above referenced property. It did does not meet the Title 5
specifications for sand fill.We should probably think about how to present this to Bill as there may be conflicting sieve
analyses.
Thanks,
Isaac K8. Rowe, R.S.
ProjectMonoger
Mill River Consulting �
G Sargent Street �
Gloucester, MA 01930-2719
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Phone: 978-282-0014 ext.804
Fax: 978-282-1318
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SEPTIC PLAN SUBMITTAL FORM
Date of Submission:
Site Location: [ � Lam '
Engineer:
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ComrYto, wealth of Massachusetts
City/ToWn of North Andover
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Form 9A — Application for Local Upgrade Approval
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be Usgd, but the
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information must ba substantially the same ms that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
Form 9A is to be submitted to the Local Board of Health for the upgrade of a failed or nonconforming
septic system with a design flow of less than 10,000 gpd, where full compliance, as defined in 310 CIVIR
15404M>. is not feasible.
System upgrades that cannot be performed in accordance with 310 CIVIR 15.404 and 15.405, or in full
compliance with the requirements of31O CN1R 15.000. require a variance pursuant to31O CK8R 15.410
through 15.415.
NOTE: Local upgrade approval shall not be granted for an upgrade proposal that includes the addition of
a new design flow tom cesspool or privy, or the addition ofa new design flow above the existing approved
capacity of an on-site system constructed in accordance with either the 1978 Code or 310 CIVIR 15.000.
A. Facility Information �
Important:
When filling out 1. Facility Name and Address:
forms on the |
computer,use Jo n & Ste d i
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only the tab key Name
m move your 143__Lacy GbeoL
nursur-donou
Street Address
use the return
key. North Andover MA 01845
City/Town State Zip Code
2. Owner Name and Address (if different from above):
SAME
Name StmmiAddees
City/Town State
Zip Code Telephone Number
3. Type of Facility (check all that apply):
Z Residential El Institutional [l Commercial [l School
4. Describe Facility:
4 BDRK8. Houma
5. Type of Existing System:
F� Privy El Cesspool(s) Conventional Other(describe be|ow):
0. Type of soil absorption system (trenches, chambers, leach field, pits, etc):
Trenches
t5fonn9a.doc~rev.70O Application for Local Upgrade Appmve|° Page 1of4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
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Form 9A — Application for Local Upgrade Approval
�a DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
B. Proposed Upgrade of System (continued)
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain):
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
® Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
❑ Other requirements of 310 CMR 15.000 that cannot be met—describe and specify sections of the
Code:
If the proposed upgrade involves a reduction in the required separation between the bottom of the soil
absorption system and the high groundwater elevation, an Approved Soil Evaluator must determine the
high groundwater elevation pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(1)(h)(1). The soil evaluatormust be a
member or agent of the local approving authority.
High groundwater evaluation determined by:
Evaluator's Name(type or print) Signature Date of evaluation
C. Explanation
Explain why full compliance, as defined in 310 CMR 15.404(1), is not feasible. (Each section must be
completed)
1. An upgraded system in full compliance with 310 CMR 15.000 is not feasible:
N/A
2. An alternative system approved pursuant to 310 CMR 15.283 to 15.288 is not feasible:
N/A
t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 3 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
Form 9A - Application for Local Upgrade Approval
�a DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
C. Explanation (continued)
3. A shared system is not feasible:
N/A
4. Connection to a public sewer is not feasible:
NONE AVAILABLE
5. The Application for Local Upgrade Approval must be accompanied by all of the following (check the
appropriate boxes):
❑ Application for Disposal System Construction Permit
❑ Complete plans and specifications
❑ Site evaluation forms
❑ A list of abutters affected by reduced setbacks to private water supply wells or property lines.
Provide proof that affected abutters have been notified pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(2).
❑ Other(List):
D. Certification
I, the facility owner, certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, are true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there may be significant
consequences for submitting false information, including, but not limited to, penalties or fine and/or
imprisonment for deliberate violations."
UV 6-30-14
ac}lity Owner's Sig naturqf/ Date
ddhn O'Mahone
Print Name
Bill Dufresne/Merrimack Engineering 6-30-14
Name of Preparer Date
66 Park Street Andover
Preparer's address City/Town
MA/01810 (978)475-3555
State/ZIP Code Telephone
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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City/Town of North Andover
o Local Upgrade Approval
Form 913
B. Approval (continued)
❑ Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater:
Separation reduction tt
Percolation rate min./inch
Depth to groundwater ft
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain):
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
® Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
List local variances granted not requiring DEP approval per 310 CMR 15.412(4):
List variances granted requiring DEP approval
North Andover Health Dept
Approving Authority
Susan Sawyer August 20, 2014
Print or Type Name and Title Signature Date
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Bill Dufresne
Merrimack Engineering
66 Park Street
Andover, MA 01810
RE: Particle Size Analysis (Alternative to Perc Test)
143 Lacy St, N.Andover, Mass.
Dear Bill:
Below are the results of the particle size analysis from the sample submitted for the above referenced
property. The analysis was performed utilizing the hydrometer method of Gee & Bauder (1986) in
Methods of Soil Analysis Part 1 Physical and Mineralogical Methods,2nd Edition.
Sand Silt Clay
(2.00 to.05mm) (05 to.002mm) (<.002mm)
Portion Passing 84.3% 14.2% 1.5%
#10 Sieve
USDA Soil Textural Classification: Loamy Sand
MA Section 15.243 Soil Classification: Class
Based upon the DEP's Title 5 Alternative to Percolation Testing Policy for System Upgrades,the following
effluent loading rates apply:
Un-compacted Soil 0.66gpd/sf
Compacted Soil 0.15gpd/sf
Should you need additional information, or require further testing services, please do not hesitate to
contact our office.
Sincerely,
Mark Farrell, Soil Scientist
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Sent: Tuesday,July 29, 2Ol4II:ODAK4
To: Sawyer, Susan; Grant, Michele; Blackburn, Lisa
Cc; Pam LoUy; '[saacRowe'
Subject: Plan review, 143 Lacy Street
Attachments: Disapproval Letter I4] Lacy Street.docx
Attached please find our recommendation for disapproval of the design plan as proposed. Some small issues plus two
larger ones: it is unclear why they should get an LUA for only one test pit in the SAS when they have two other test pits
on the site that could be incorporated into the mmi| absorption system so | have asked them ho explain the need more
clearly, and, it seems they have mis-calculated elevations at this site and have some explaining to do about that.
Let me know if any questions.
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Community Development Division
July 31, 2014
Vladimir Nemchenok
Merrimack Engineering Services
66 Park Street
Andover, MA 01810
Re: Subsurface Sewage Disposal System Plan for 143 Lacy Street,Map 105ID, Lot 167
Dear Mr. Nemchenok:
The proposed wastewater system design plan for the above site dated June 20, 2014 and received
on June 30, 2014 has been reviewed. Unfortunately, the plan cannot be approved until the
following items are corrected. The specific section in Title 5: 310 CMR 15.000, or North
Andover regulation that is not met by this design follows each item.
1. A Local Upgrade Approval for only having olietest,pit,in the soil absorption system area
has been requested. Please explain on Form 60,,'jage 3, why a design cannot be
completed which does not necessitate the request f'or a Local Upgrade Approval
/j Please explain the discrepancy between sheet 1 of your plan which shows the elevation
contour 1.06 going through test pit T-2, and sheet 2 of your plan which says the elevation
of test pit T-2 is 104.7. Also, if it is actually at 104.7, please confirm your calculation for
the design water table as it appears to be 97.9 not 97.8 as indicated
� tt, 3 `lease clarify on the provided septic tank detail (if any) the components which are new.
Please also explain how you propose confirmation of the tank for water tightness will be
demonstrated.
4. Please provide 1' tick marks on the vertical section of the Scale Profile you provided to
,better view the system and its relationship to existing and proposed grades
Please provide the lot area and dimensions (NA 3.2)
1/6.F Please provide a north arrow on the site plan(3 10 CMR 15.220(4))
All Please provide for a distribution box which is H-20 loading (NA 3.2)
Note; it is assumed the existing building sewer pipe is to remain unless otherwise shown.
9. Please clarify on Form 12 or elsewhere the location of the soil sample that was taken for
a sieve analysis in lieu of a percolation test
Page 1 of 2
North Andover Health Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Suite 2035,
North Andover, MA 0 184.5 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
10. Please have the toe of the grade near the soil absorption system stop 5' from the property
line or provide a Swale (3 10 CMR 15.255(2))
11. Please specify the need for double-washed leach stone and pea stone (3 10 CMR
15.247(2))
Please feel free to contact the office with any questions you may have. We look forward to
working with you to obtain a wastewater treatment and dispersal system which will be in
compliance with all regulations and assure protection of public health and the environment of
North Andover.
Sincere ,
S san Y. Sa er, t /RS
Public Hea th Dir
cc: John O'Mahoney
File
Encl. Form 9A page 2
Page 2 of 2
North Andover Health Department, 1600 Osgood Street, Suite 2035,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
",----'Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
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Form li i
�^ DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
B. Proposed Upgrade of System (continued)
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain):
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
® Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
❑ Other requirements of 310 CMR 15.000 that cannot be met—describe and specify sections of the
Code:
If the proposed upgrade involves a reduction in the required separation between the bottom of the soil
absorption system and the high groundwater elevation, an Approved Soil Evaluator must determine the
high groundwater elevation pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(1)(h)(1). The soil evaluator must be a
member or agent of the local approving authority.
High groundwater evaluation determined by:
Evaluator's Name(type or print) Signature Date of evaluation
C. Explanation
Explain why full compliance, as defined in 310 CMR 15.404(1), is not feasible. (Each section must be
completed)
1. An upgraded system in full compliance with 310 CMR 15.000 is not feasible:
N/A
2. An alternative system approved pursuant to 310 CMR 15.283 to 15.288 is not feasible:
N/A
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MERRIMAC K ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC,
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS e LAND SURVEYORS m PLANNERS
66 PARK STREET • ANDOVER,MA 01810 m (978)475-3555,373-5721 m FAX(978)475-1448• E-MAIL info @merrimaakengineering,com
August 1.1, 2014
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Susan Sawyer,Public Health Director
1600 Osgood Street
Building 20, Suite 2035
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North Andover, MA 01845
RE: 143 Lacy Street
Dear Susan:
We are in receipt of your review letter for the above referenced site dated July 31, 2014.
We have revised the plan with regard to items 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 1 I of your letter.
With regard to item 3, septic system upgrades pertain to those components which are
FAILED. the tank was not determined to be failed or leaking, as such, the owner should
not be required to go through the disruptive and expensive process of proving a
component is working property, when it has not been determined that it is not working
properly. If evidence is discovered during construction that the tank is leaking,the
contractor will make the Owner, Health Department, and Engineer aware so that
appropriate action can be taken.
With regard to item 4,this is an unusual request. It has never been requested on any
previously approved design, it is a system with no change to existing grade, and simply
seems like a meaningless revision which has no merit and is not required by Title 5 or
your local regulations.
With regard to item 8, the plan states that the existing tank is to remain, it also states that
the length of sewer pipe is existing, It is unclear why the reviewer questions or assumes
that the sewer pipe is to be replaced or felt the need to state such.
With regard to item 9, the field representative for your Department, Isaac Rowe,
witnessed exactly where the soil sample was taken from and agreed that it was a
representative sample of the "C" soil horizon. We are unclear as to this comment.
Lastly with regard to item 10, the upgrade design is in the ground, not a system in "Fill"
as such the existing grading is not changing and this comment is not relevant to this
design. Additionally, tax records state the owner of the adjacent lot is TIGHE however
the O'Mahoney's have since acquired ownership of the adjacent property.
With regard to an issue separate from your review, since the existing system was
constructed in fill, and since the natural soil conditions are sand and gravel, and since the
upgrade design is within the limits of the sand fill, it is reasonable and would be a
page 2, Susan Sawyer
August 11, 2014
significant savings in cost if the owner was allowed to leave the existing fill in place.
Enclosed herewith is a laboratory analysis of the existing sand fill sample taken on site
and witnessed by your Agent. It indicates that the sand fill is in compliance with Title 5
requirements. We understand that a sample taken to a separate laboratory marginally fails
the title 5 requirements, as such,we propose that the existing fill be allowed to remain,
with a condition that 6 inches immediately beneath the system be replaced with new fill
which meets the requirements of Title 5.
We feel we have adequately addressed your concerns and respectfully request that the
design be approved so the owners may move forward with upgrade of their system.
Ve�,y truly yours,
ku
William Dufresne
Merrimack Engineering Services
MERRIMACK ENGINEERING SERVICES,INC.
66 PARK STREET•ANDOVER,MASSACHUSETTS 01810
Sawyer, Susan
From: wrdufresne @comcast.net
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2014 1:SS PM
To: Sawyer, Susan
Subject: Re: Lacy Street
Susan
I am sorry, I misunderstood your process in North Andover as it differs from most other Towns I work
in. I know I have missed agenda's in the past for this same reason.
Yes, we would like to be on the first available Board of Health agenda for discussion of the variance
requested on the plan previously submitted to the Board of Health.
In most cases, the request on the plan suffices as a request to be on the Board of Health agenda and
it is automatically placed on a meeting agenda once the plan is submitted for approval and a separate
request is not necessary, my oversight.
Do you need me to send a separate letter, or is this e-mail sufficient?
I have made the plan revisions, they are with the owner, her intention is to hand deliver the revised
plans to your office Friday morning, I will have her bring the variance letter request if necessary.
Thanks,
Bill
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From: "Sawyer, Susan" <ssawver(o)townofnorthandover.com>
To: "Bill Dufresne (wrd ufre s ne@corn cast.net)" <wrd-ufresne comcast.net>
Cc: "Lisa Blackburn" <LBlackburtiatownofnorthandover.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 14, 2014 8:07:29 AM
Subject: Lacy Street
Bill,
Did you want to request to go before the board for August for a local variance; distance to wetlands for 143 Lacy Street?
Or any other address?
We are trying to decide if we will cancel the meeting for August, as we have done in the past, but the board has no
problem meeting if a customer needs approvals to move forward with their septic.
Susan
Susan Sawyer
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North ADdOVe[
Form 9A — Application for Local Upgrade Approval
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
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information must be substantially the some as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
Form 9A is to be submitted to the Local Board of Health for the upgrade of a failed or nonconforming
septic system with a design flow of less than 10,000 gpd, where full compliance, as defined in 310 CIVIR
15.404(1). is not feasible.
System upgrades that cannot be performed in accordance with 31OCK8H15.4O4 and 154O5' Vrinfull
compliance with the requirements of 310 CIVIR 15.000, require a variance pursuant to 310 CIVIR 15.410
through 15.415.
NOTE: Local upgrade approval shall not be granted for an upgrade proposal that includes the addition of
a new design flow to a cesspool or privy, or the addition of a new design flow above the existing approved
capacity of an on-site system constructed in accordance with either the 1978 Code or 310 CIVIR 15.000.
A. Facility Information
Important:
When filling out /. rauo�y Name and Address:
forms onthe
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Zip Code Telephone Number |
3. Type of Facility (check all that mpp|y):
M Residential El Institutional El Commercial School
4. Describe Facility:
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5. Type of Existing System: �
Privy 0 Cesspool(s) Conventional El Other(describe belovx :
G. Type of soil absorption system . chambers, leach Uekd, pits, etc):
Trenches
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
Form 9A - Application for Local Upgrade Approval
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
A. Facility Information (continued)
7. Design Flow per 310 CMR 15.203:
Design flow of existing system: 660
gpd
Design flow of proposed upgraded system 440
gpd
Design flow of facility: 440 gpd
B. Proposed Upgrade of System
1. Proposed upgrade is (check one):
® Voluntary ❑ Required by order, letter, etc. (attach copy)
❑ Required following inspection pursuant to 310 CMR 15.301: date of inspection
2. Describe the proposed upgrade to the system:
New 750 s.f. leach field
3. Local Upgrade Approval is requested for(check all that apply):
❑ Reduction in setback(s)—describe reductions:
❑ Reduction in SAS area of up to 25%: SAS size,sq.ft. %reduction
❑ Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater:
Separation reduction ft
Percolation rate min./inch
Depth to groundwater
t5form9a.doc•rev.7/06 Application for Local Upgrade Approval* Page 2 of 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
SUM City/Town of North Andover
Form 9A - Application for Local Upgrade Approval
^A DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health. Other forms may be used, but the
information must be substantially the same as that provided here. Before using this form, check with your
local Board of Health to determine the form they use.
C. Explanation (continued)
3. A shared system is not feasible:
N/A
4. Connection to a public sewer is not feasible:
None Available
5. The Application for Local Upgrade Approval must be accompanied by all of the following (check the
appropriate boxes):
❑ Application for Disposal System Construction Permit
® Complete plans and specifications
® Site evaluation forms
❑ A list of abutters affected by reduced setbacks to private water supply wells or property lines.
Provide proof that affected abutters have been notified pursuant to 310 CMR 15.405(2).
❑ Other(List):
D. Certification
"l, the facility owner, certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, are true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there may be significant
consequences for submitting false information, including, but not limited to, penalties or fine and/or
impris nment for deliberate violations."
. '/Z 8-11-14
aci ity ner s Signature Date
Stephanie O'Mahone
Print Name
Bill Dufresne/Merrimack En ineer r 8-11-14
Name of Preparer Date
66 Park Street Andover
Preparer's address City/Town
Ma/01810 (978)475-3555
State/ZIP Code Telephone
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City/Town of North Andover
Local Upgrade Approval
Form 913
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health if they choose todoso.
The Local Upgrade Approval is to be completed by the local Board of Health and a signed copy provided
to the system owner.
A. Facility Information
Important:When
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Location: 143 Lacy St. N.Andover Merrimack Eng.
Desciption: Title S Sand 66 Park St.
Specification: Title 5,310 CMR 15.255(3) Andover,Mass. 2014
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Sawyer, Susan
From: Gafhney, Heidi
Sent: Monday,August 2S, 20I42:01PK4
To: Sawyer, Susan
Subject: RE: 143 Lacy Street
Thank you Susan, that will help 8lot.
Sent frmnmySummog6pio'u40Touch
"Sawyer, Susan" wrote:
Just anFYI,
I do have Lacy Street on for this week's BOH meeting. I will recommend that if approved the BOH should approve a
distance reduction to wetlands as approved by the NA Conservation Commission; not less than 50 feet.That way they
won't have to come back 1ous unless i1isa drastic change.
Also,
|asked Isaac about putting septic systems on an adjacent property such as 143 Lacy. And the horse farm next door. �
He confirmed the following from the DEPregulations.
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Please let me know if their notice mf intent gets submitted so | can be aware. �
Thank you! �
Susan
Fromm: Isaac Rowe
Sent: Friday, August 22, 20149:07AM
To: Sawyer, Susan
Cc: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: RE: 143 Lacy Street
Susan,
Not Sure which property the horse farm is but Title 5 requires the system to be on the same property as the dwelling. It
vvnu|d require a Title 5 state variance to be allowed.
Bill did not mention anything about putting the system on another property.
Hope this helps.Thanks,
Isaac M. Amxve,0.S.
Project Monoger
Mill River Consulting
6 Sargent Street
Gloucester, MA 01930-2719
Phone: 978-282-0014 ent.804
Fax: 978-282-1318
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To: Isaac Rowe <irowe@miIIn\/erconsuIU m rowe@millriverconSLIltinci.com
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Subject: 143 Lacy Street
Hi,
Question:
The owners of the Lacy own the horse farm as well. Conservation wants to know why they can't put their system on the
horse farm property... any comment? Did Bill mention that possibility?
Susan Sawyer
Public Health Director
Town of North Andover
1600 Osgood Street
Suite 2035
North Andover,MA 01845
Phone 978,688.9540
Fax 978,688.8476
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North Andover Health Department
(ommunity Development Division
October 27, 2014
John and Stephanie O'Mahoney
143 Lacy Street
North Andover, MA 01845
Re: Subsurface Sewage Disposal System Plan far 143 Lacy Street, Map 105D,Lot 167
Dear Mr. and Mrs. O'Mahoney:
The proposed wastewater system design plan for the above site dated June 20, 2014 witl�a final
revision date July 31, 2014 received on August 15, 2014 and a change in wetland line from the
meetings with the NA Conservation Commission has been approved.
The design has been approved for use in the construction of a replacement onsite septic system
for a 4-bedroom (max 9-roam) home. This plan is generally good for 3-years from the date of
approval however, as this is for a repair system,this is reduced to 2- years. In the event an
imminent health problem, such as sewage backup into the dwelling is occurring, the North.
Andover Board of Health may reduce the time period for which this plan is valid.
The plan received the following local upgrade approval.
1) Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
At a local Board of Health meeting the following local variance was approved.
1) Setback from the soil absorption system to a wetland BVW from 100 feet to 89 feet or as
approved by the NA Conservation Commission, but no less than 50 feet.
"Final approved wetland line, changed the reduction to 93 feet rather than 89.**
A licensed septic system installer must obtain a permit and complete this work, and a Certificate
of Compliance be endorsed by the installer, designer and the Town of North Andover. The
change to the wetland line shall be shown on the final As-built drawing of the subsurface
disposal system
This approval is also subject to the following conditions:
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North Andover Health Department, 1.600 Osgood Street, Suite 2035
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax.: 978.688.8476
143 Lacy Street October 27, 2014
1. Please keep the attached DEP Form 9b for your records (attached)
2. If site conditions are found in the field to be different from those indicated on the
design plan and/or soil evaluation, the originally issued Disposal System Construction
Permit is void, installation shall stop, and the applicant shall reapply for a new
Disposal Systems Construction Permit (3 10 CMR 15.020(1)).
3. It is the responsibility of the applicant and/or the applicant's septic system designer,
septic system installer or other representative to ensure that all other state and
municipal requirements are met. These may include review by the Conservation
Commission, Zoning Board, Planning Board, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector
and/or Electrical Inspector. The issuance of a Disposal System Construction Permit
shall not construe and/or imply compliance with any of the aforementioned
requirements.
Please feel free to contact the office with any questions you may have. We look forward to
working with you to obtain a wastewater treatment and dispersal system which will be in
compliance with all regulations and assure protection of public health and the environment of
North Andover.
Sin ely,
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san Y. Saw r, HS/RS
Ptiblic Health Di1 ctor
Encl. Form 913
Installers list
cc: Vladimir Nemchenok, Merrimack Eng. Services
File
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North A►idover Health Departinet'it, 1600 Osgood Street, Suite 2035,
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 l,ax: 978.688.8476
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town Of North Andover
Local Upgrade Approval
Form 913
DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health if they choose to do so.
The Local Upgrade Approval is to be completed by the local Board of Health and a signed copy provided
to the system owner.
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B. Approval (continued)
❑ Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater:
Separation reduction ft
Percolation rate
min./inch
Depth to groundwater ft
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain):
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
® Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
List local variances granted not requiring DEP approval per 310 CMR 15.412(4):
Reduction of distance between the wetland BVW and the leaching area from 100 feet to 93 feet.
North Andover Subsurface Disposal Regulation criteria.
List variances granted requiring DEP approval
North Andover Health Dept
Approving Authority
Susan Sawyer October 27, 2014
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From: Sawyer, Susan
Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 1:20 PM
To: Grant, Michele
Cc: Blackburn, Lisa
Subject: FK Septic 143 Lacy
Attachments: Septic service
Daigle is supposed to pull the permit.
Note:
Since they are keeping the septic tank, I wanted to verify that it is not leaking. I was going to do an observation test, but
then
-St'e'vlaa,Ciiq mentioned that it was pumped in April and sent the bill.
(7, V 9/ Lisa is asking Mill River for the pumping slip. If there is no notation about the tank being low and that the amount
pumped looked fine,then I am satisfied that the tank is still in good shape.
If, however there is a note that the tank was low or other relevant concern than we should do an observation test.
From: Blackburn, Lisa
Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 12:24 PIVII
To: Sawyer, Susan
Subject: FW: Septic
Read below.
From: Stephanie O'Mahony [tna i Ito:soma hgDy,,@pLi3a�iony !gqLic.corn]
Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2014 12:01 PM
To: Blackburn, Lisa
Subject: Septic
Hi Lisa,
Attached is the service slips on my septic system for my home at 143 Lacy Street from Wind
River Environmental. I had them send me the service sheet of April 27, 2014 and the on one
from April 29, 2011. Please let Susan know that if she still would like to come out on this coming
Monday or any other day at Gam to inspect the tank and then again at 6pm just let me know
what would work for her and I'll make it happen. Also, if you need any other information, please
feel free to call or email me.
Thank you,
Stephanie L. 0"Mahony
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From: Grant, Michele
Sent: Monday, December 22, 2014 3:28 PM
To: 'Dan Ottenheimer'
Subject: RE: Lacy Street : '� Ph I Ac o wlo-6,nCJ
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Thank you Dan, Please keep me informed. le: Final Construction ETC
Michele E.Grant
Public Health Agent
Town of North Andover
1600 Osgood St I Suite 2035
North Andover,MA 01845
Phone 978.688.9540
Fax 978.688.8476
Email mgrant @townofnorthandover.com
Web www.TownofNorthAndover.com
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From: Dan Ottenheimer [mailto:dano @millriverconsulting.coml
Sent: Monday, December 22, 2014 3:20 PM
To: Grant, Michele
Cc: 'Isaac Rowe'
Subject: RE: Lacy Street
As requested, I am writing to confirm the chain events over the last few days associated with this project.
I received a voicemail from William Dufrense at Merrimack Engineering on December 18, 2014. He indicated that at
some time in the past he had met with Susan Sawyer and they verbally agreed to not remove all the sand fill that was
present at the site, and that he had a sieve analysis which showed the sand was in compliance with Title 5. As we
discussed,there is no documentation that you found in the file substantiating any discussion about this matter, and our
office has not seen any sieve analysis results beyond the one collected by us on behalf of the Town during the time when
soil testing was performed.
Mr. Dufrense indicated he has instructed the installer to remove all the existing sand fill and bring in new sand fill. On
Wednesday and Thursday Isaac Rowe and I both spoke with the installer, Mr. Daigle. He was already aware of the need
to remove the existing sand fill and was going to commence that work. He was informed of the need to have a sieve
analysis of the new sand fill, and also that receipts demonstrating the yardage of sand purchased were to be
provided. He indicated no problem with either of those requests.
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On Friday Decc�'Ilber 19, 2014,we performed a bed bottom inspection at this site and confirmed the removal of all
previously installed sand fill.
Dan
From: Dan Ottenheimer [ma i Ito:dano(d)milIriverconsulting.com]
Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2014 8:03 AM
To: Grant, Michele (mgrant @townofnorthandover.com)
Subject: Lacy Street
Michele,
Left you a vm late yesterday.
Also, this morning, I left another message at Merrimack Engineering for the engineer,Vladimar Nemchenok,to call me.
The installer told me the engineer has some special arrangement regarding the existing sand fill,which I do not see on
the plan and which I would like to get clarified.
I have called the installer to let him know I am following up on the information he told me about some type of special
arrangement he was told the engineer had. He was not available but I left him a voicemail. If he is concerned about
time delay and expresses anything to you, he can either try encourage the engineer to return my call from several days
ago,or can remove all the existing sand fill. Otherwise, I will update him and you when I hear from the engineer to
clarify what I was told by the installer.
Dan
Mill River
consulting
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Daniel Ottenheimer, President
Mill River Consulting, Inc.
6 Sargent Street
Gloucester, MA 01930-2719
978-282-0014 x 802
www.miliriverconsulting.com
dano @millriverconsulting.com
Member: Massachusetts Association of Onsite Wastewater Professionals, Massachusetts Environmental Health
Association, Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, Gloucester Rotary Club, New England Water Environment Association
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Blackburn, Lisa
From: Blackburn, Lisa
Sent: Thursday,January 29, 2015 12:04 PM
To: Bill Dufresne
Cc: Grant, Michele; somahony@omahonyelectric.com
Subject: 143 Lacy St.
Hi Bill
Stephanie 0'Mahony called this morning to see if the as-bUilt, and the Installation Cerflfication form was
received by us yet, I told her that we still have not received it as of today, I told her I would shoot YOU an email
to check on the status Of it, Thanks!
Lisa Blackburn
Health Department
Town of North Andover
1600 Osgood Street,Suite 2035
North Andover, MA 01845
Phone 978-688-9540
Fax 978-688-8476
Email Lbaackburn townofnorthandover com
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