13339 Hagers Ferry Road

Huntersville, NC 28078-7929

McGuire Nuclear Complex - MG03A2

Phone: 980-875-5245 Fax: 980-875-4349

Order Summary Report

Analytical Laboratory

Order Number: J13050177

Project Name: Flex Fuel Absorber 2

Lab Contact: Jason C Perkins

Date: 6/10/2013

Customer Address: 3195 Pine Hall Rd

Customer Name(s): Bill Kennedy, Wayne Chapman

Mailcode: Belews Steam Station

Belews Creek, NC 28012

Phone: 980-875-5348

Report Authorized By:

(Signature)

Program Comments:

Please contact the Program Manager (Jason C Perkins) with any questions regarding this report.

Data Flags & Calculations:

Any analytical tests or individual analytes within a test flagged with a Qualifier indicate a deviation from the method quality 

system or quality control requirement. The qualifier description is found at the end of the Certificate of Analysis (sample results) 

under the qualifiers heading. All results are reported on a dry weight basis unless otherwise noted. Subcontracted data 

included on the Duke Certificate of Analysis is to be used as information only. Certified vendor results can be found in the 

subcontracted lab final report. Duke Energy Analytical Laboratory subcontracts analyses to other vendor laboratories that have 

been qualified by Duke Energy to perform these analyses except where noted.

Data Package:

This data package includes analytical results that are applicable only to the samples described in this narrative. An estimation of 

the uncertainty of measurement for the results in the report is available upon request. This report shall not be reproduced, except 

in full, without the written consent of the Analytical Laboratory. Please contact the Analytical laboratory with any questions. The 

order of individual sections within this report is as follows:

Job Summary Report, Sample Identification, Technical Validation of Data Package, Analytical Laboratory Certificate of Analysis, 

Analytical Laboratory QC Reports, Sub-contracted Laboratory Results, Customer Specific Data Sheets, Reports & 

Documentation, Customer Database Entries, Test Case Narratives, Chain of Custody (COC)

Certification:

The Analytical Laboratory holds the following State Certifications : North Carolina (DENR) Certificate #248, South Carolina 

(DHEC) Laboratory ID # 99005. Contact the Analytical Laboratory for definitive information about the certification status of 

specific methods. 

Jason C Perkins

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Sample ID's & Descriptions:

Sample ID Plant/Station

Collection 

Date and Time Collected By Sample Description

2013010513 BELEWS 08-May-13 6:00 AM W. Chapman MAKE UP WATER 

2013010514 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:30 AM W. Chapman REAGENT FEED TANK LIQ 

2013010515 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:30 AM W. Chapman REAGENT FEED TANK SOL 

2013010516 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:35 AM W. Chapman 2A ABS PRIM CLASS FEED LIQ 

2013010517 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:35 AM W. Chapman 2A ABS PRIM CLASS FEED SOL 

2013010518 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:45 AM W. Chapman 2B ABS PRIM CLASS FEED LIQ 

2013010519 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:45 AM W. Chapman 2B ABS PRIM CLASS FEED SOL 

2013010520 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:00 AM W. Chapman GYPSUM CAKE BELT 

2013010521 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:20 AM W. Chapman 2A ABS PURGE LIQUIDS 

2013010522 BELEWS 08-May-13 5:20 AM W. Chapman 2A ABS PURGE SOLIDS 

10 Total Samples

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COC and .pdf report are in agreement with sample totals 

and analyses (compliance programs and procedures).

All Results are less than the laboratory reporting limits.

All laboratory QA/QC requirements are acceptable.

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Technical Validation Review

Checklist:

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Report Sections Included:

Job Summary Report Sub-contracted Laboratory Results

Sample Identification Customer Specific Data Sheets, Reports, & Documentation

Technical Validation of Data Package Customer Database Entries

Analytical Laboratory Certificate of Analysis

Analytical Laboratory QC Report

Chain of Custody

Reviewed By: DBA Account Date: 6/10/2013

Electronic Data Deliverable (EDD) Sent Separately

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010513

Collection Date: 08-May-13 6:00 AM

Site: MAKE UP WATER 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

ALKALINITY - (Analysis Performed by Prism Labs)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_PRISM

INORGANIC IONS BY IC

Bromide < 0.1 mg/L 0.1 1 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:12 JAHERMA

Chloride 8.1 mg/L 0.1 1 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:12 JAHERMA

Fluoride 0.41 mg/L 0.1 1 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:12 JAHERMA

Sulfate 13 mg/L 1 10 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:12 JAHERMA

Mercury by EPA 200.8 - (Analysis Performed by Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC)

Vendor Parameter Complete ug/l Vendor Method V_AS&C

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP

Boron (B) 0.077 mg/L 0.05 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

Calcium (Ca) 10.0 mg/L 0.01 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

Iron (Fe) 0.057 mg/L 0.01 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

Magnesium (Mg) 3.54 mg/L 0.005 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

Manganese (Mn) 0.011 mg/L 0.005 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

Potassium (K) 3.56 mg/L 0.1 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

Sodium (Na) 6.67 mg/L 0.05 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

Strontium (Sr) 0.073 mg/L 0.005 1 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:22 DJSULL1

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP-MS

Aluminum (Al) 40.1 ug/L 2 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Antimony (Sb) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Arsenic (As) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Beryllium (Be) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Cadmium (Cd) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Chromium (Cr) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Cobalt (Co) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Lead (Pb) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Nickel (Ni) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

Selenium (Se) 4.01 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:55 DJSULL1

TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS

TDS 86 mg/L 25 1 SM2540C 05/14/2013 16:45 JDTALLE

TOTAL SUSPENDED SOLIDS

TSS < 5 mg/L 5 1 SM2540D 05/15/2013 13:27 SWILLI3

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010514

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:30 AM

Site: REAGENT FEED TANK LIQ 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

INORGANIC IONS BY IC

Bromide 0.21 mg/L 0.1 1 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:31 JAHERMA

Chloride 22 mg/L 1 10 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:31 JAHERMA

Fluoride 0.30 mg/L 0.1 1 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:31 JAHERMA

Sulfate 43 mg/L 1 10 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 20:31 JAHERMA

MERCURY (COLD VAPOR) IN WATER

Mercury (Hg) < 2.5 ug/L 2.5 50 EPA 245.1 05/16/2013 14:16 AGIBBS

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP

Boron (B) < 0.5 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

Calcium (Ca) 32.5 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

Iron (Fe) < 0.1 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

Magnesium (Mg) 4.87 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

Manganese (Mn) < 0.05 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

Potassium (K) 7.47 mg/L 1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

Sodium (Na) 13.6 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

Strontium (Sr) 0.269 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:26 DJSULL1

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP-MS

Aluminum (Al) 35.0 ug/L 2 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Antimony (Sb) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Arsenic (As) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Beryllium (Be) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Cadmium (Cd) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Chromium (Cr) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Cobalt (Co) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Lead (Pb) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Nickel (Ni) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

Selenium (Se) < 1 ug/L 1 1 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 09:58 DJSULL1

2013010515

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:30 AM

Site: REAGENT FEED TANK SOL 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

Dionex Analysis of Gypsum Leachate

Bromide < 10 mg/kg 10 1 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 11:22 BGN9034

Chloride < 10 mg/kg 10 1 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 11:22 BGN9034

Fluoride < 10 mg/kg 10 1 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 11:22 BGN9034

Sulfate 95 mg/kg 10 1 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 11:22 BGN9034

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010515

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:30 AM

Site: REAGENT FEED TANK SOL 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL METALS BY ICP

Aluminum (Al) 691 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Antimony (Sb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Arsenic (As) < 13 mg/Kg 13 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Beryllium (Be) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Boron (B) < 33 mg/Kg 33 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Cadmium (Cd) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Calcium (Ca) 377000 mg/Kg 13 20 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Chromium (Cr) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Cobalt (Co) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Copper (Cu) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Iron (Fe) 1220 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Lead (Pb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Magnesium (Mg) 3920 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Manganese (Mn) 43.2 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Nickel (Ni) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Potassium (K) 286 mg/Kg 67 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Selenium (Se) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

Strontium (Sr) 235 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:08 MHH7131

METALS ANALYSIS BY VENDOR LAB - (Analysis Performed by SGS North America Inc.)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_SGS

2013010516

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:35 AM

Site: 2A ABS PRIM CLASS FEED LIQ 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

ALKALINITY - (Analysis Performed by Prism Labs)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_PRISM

INORGANIC IONS BY IC

Bromide 91 mg/L 10 100 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:16 JAHERMA

Chloride 6600 mg/L 100 1000 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:16 JAHERMA

Fluoride 13 mg/L 10 100 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:16 JAHERMA

Sulfate 1300 mg/L 100 1000 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:16 JAHERMA

MERCURY (COLD VAPOR) IN WATER

Mercury (Hg) < 2.5 ug/L 2.5 50 EPA 245.1 05/16/2013 14:18 AGIBBS

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010516

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:35 AM

Site: 2A ABS PRIM CLASS FEED LIQ 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP

Boron (B) 177 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

Calcium (Ca) 3120 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

Iron (Fe) < 0.1 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

Magnesium (Mg) 764 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

Manganese (Mn) 8.82 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

Potassium (K) 20.4 mg/L 1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

Sodium (Na) 39.7 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

Strontium (Sr) 10.3 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:30 DJSULL1

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP-MS

Aluminum (Al) 109 ug/L 20 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Antimony (Sb) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Arsenic (As) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Beryllium (Be) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Cadmium (Cd) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Chromium (Cr) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Cobalt (Co) 40.1 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Lead (Pb) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Nickel (Ni) 124 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

Selenium (Se) 497 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:01 DJSULL1

SELENIUM SPECIATION - (Analysis Performed by Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_AS&C

TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS

TDS 16000 mg/L 25 1 SM2540C 05/14/2013 16:45 JDTALLE

2013010517

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:35 AM

Site: 2A ABS PRIM CLASS FEED SOL 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

Dionex Analysis of Gypsum Leachate

Bromide < 200 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 14:50 BGN9034

Chloride 280 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 14:50 BGN9034

Fluoride 250 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 14:50 BGN9034

Sulfate 140000 mg/kg 2000 200 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 14:50 BGN9034

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010517

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:35 AM

Site: 2A ABS PRIM CLASS FEED SOL 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL METALS BY ICP

Aluminum (Al) 919 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Antimony (Sb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Arsenic (As) < 13 mg/Kg 13 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Beryllium (Be) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Boron (B) < 33 mg/Kg 33 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Cadmium (Cd) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Calcium (Ca) 157000 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Chromium (Cr) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Cobalt (Co) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Copper (Cu) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Iron (Fe) 912 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Lead (Pb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Magnesium (Mg) 728 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Manganese (Mn) 5.31 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Nickel (Ni) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Potassium (K) 368 mg/Kg 67 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Selenium (Se) 20.7 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

Strontium (Sr) 84.1 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:12 MHH7131

METALS ANALYSIS BY VENDOR LAB - (Analysis Performed by SGS North America Inc.)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_SGS

2013010518

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:45 AM

Site: 2B ABS PRIM CLASS FEED LIQ 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

ALKALINITY - (Analysis Performed by Prism Labs)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_PRISM

INORGANIC IONS BY IC

Bromide 83 mg/L 10 100 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:35 JAHERMA

Chloride 6100 mg/L 100 1000 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:35 JAHERMA

Fluoride 14 mg/L 10 100 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:35 JAHERMA

Sulfate 1300 mg/L 100 1000 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:35 JAHERMA

MERCURY (COLD VAPOR) IN WATER

Mercury (Hg) < 2.5 ug/L 2.5 50 EPA 245.1 05/16/2013 14:21 AGIBBS

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010518

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:45 AM

Site: 2B ABS PRIM CLASS FEED LIQ 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP

Boron (B) 163 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

Calcium (Ca) 2900 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

Iron (Fe) < 0.1 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

Magnesium (Mg) 717 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

Manganese (Mn) 8.18 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

Potassium (K) 19.7 mg/L 1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

Sodium (Na) 37.8 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

Strontium (Sr) 9.69 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:34 DJSULL1

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP-MS

Aluminum (Al) 261 ug/L 20 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Antimony (Sb) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Arsenic (As) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Beryllium (Be) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Cadmium (Cd) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Chromium (Cr) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Cobalt (Co) 40.5 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Lead (Pb) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Nickel (Ni) 134 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

Selenium (Se) 410 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:05 DJSULL1

SELENIUM SPECIATION - (Analysis Performed by Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_AS&C

TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS

TDS 15000 mg/L 25 1 SM2540C 05/14/2013 16:45 JDTALLE

2013010519

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:45 AM

Site: 2B ABS PRIM CLASS FEED SOL 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

Dionex Analysis of Gypsum Leachate

Bromide < 200 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:09 BGN9034

Chloride 420 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:09 BGN9034

Fluoride 380 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:09 BGN9034

Sulfate 140000 mg/kg 2000 200 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:09 BGN9034

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010519

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:45 AM

Site: 2B ABS PRIM CLASS FEED SOL 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL METALS BY ICP

Aluminum (Al) 1010 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Antimony (Sb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Arsenic (As) < 13 mg/Kg 13 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Beryllium (Be) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Boron (B) < 33 mg/Kg 33 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Cadmium (Cd) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Calcium (Ca) 157000 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Chromium (Cr) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Cobalt (Co) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Copper (Cu) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Iron (Fe) 984 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Lead (Pb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Magnesium (Mg) 702 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Manganese (Mn) 5.63 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Nickel (Ni) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Potassium (K) 410 mg/Kg 67 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Selenium (Se) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

Strontium (Sr) 84.2 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:16 MHH7131

METALS ANALYSIS BY VENDOR LAB - (Analysis Performed by SGS North America Inc.)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_SGS

2013010520

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:00 AM

Site: GYPSUM CAKE BELT 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

Dionex Analysis of Gypsum Leachate

Bromide < 200 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:28 BGN9034

Chloride < 200 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:28 BGN9034

Fluoride 200 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:28 BGN9034

Sulfate 140000 mg/kg 2000 200 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:28 BGN9034

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010520

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:00 AM

Site: GYPSUM CAKE BELT 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL METALS BY ICP

Aluminum (Al) 507 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Antimony (Sb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Arsenic (As) < 13 mg/Kg 13 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Beryllium (Be) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Boron (B) < 33 mg/Kg 33 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Cadmium (Cd) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Calcium (Ca) 141000 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Chromium (Cr) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Cobalt (Co) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Copper (Cu) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Iron (Fe) 526 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Lead (Pb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Magnesium (Mg) 480 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Manganese (Mn) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Nickel (Ni) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Potassium (K) 192 mg/Kg 67 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Selenium (Se) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

Strontium (Sr) 75.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:20 MHH7131

METALS ANALYSIS BY VENDOR LAB - (Analysis Performed by SGS North America Inc.)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_SGS

2013010521

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:20 AM

Site: 2A ABS PURGE LIQUIDS 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

ALKALINITY - (Analysis Performed by Prism Labs)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_PRISM

INORGANIC IONS BY IC

Bromide 89 mg/L 10 100 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:54 JAHERMA

Chloride 6400 mg/L 100 1000 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:54 JAHERMA

Fluoride 11 mg/L 10 100 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:54 JAHERMA

Sulfate 1300 mg/L 100 1000 EPA 300.0 05/13/2013 19:54 JAHERMA

MERCURY (COLD VAPOR) IN WATER

Mercury (Hg) < 2.5 ug/L 2.5 50 EPA 245.1 05/16/2013 14:23 AGIBBS

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

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Order # J13050177

2013010521

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:20 AM

Site: 2A ABS PURGE LIQUIDS 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP

Boron (B) 175 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

Calcium (Ca) 2910 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

Iron (Fe) < 0.1 mg/L 0.1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

Magnesium (Mg) 761 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

Manganese (Mn) 8.60 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

Potassium (K) 20.1 mg/L 1 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

Sodium (Na) 39.3 mg/L 0.5 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

Strontium (Sr) 9.87 mg/L 0.05 10 EPA 200.7 05/17/2013 12:38 DJSULL1

TOTAL RECOVERABLE METALS BY ICP-MS

Aluminum (Al) 24.6 ug/L 20 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Antimony (Sb) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Arsenic (As) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Beryllium (Be) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Cadmium (Cd) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Chromium (Cr) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Cobalt (Co) 39.3 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Lead (Pb) < 10 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Nickel (Ni) 123 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

Selenium (Se) 235 ug/L 10 10 EPA 200.8 06/06/2013 10:08 DJSULL1

SELENIUM SPECIATION - (Analysis Performed by Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_AS&C

TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS

TDS 16000 mg/L 25 1 SM2540C 05/14/2013 16:45 JDTALLE

TOTAL SUSPENDED SOLIDS

TSS 4000 mg/L 71.4 1 SM2540D 05/15/2013 13:27 SWILLI3

2013010522

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:20 AM

Site: 2A ABS PURGE SOLIDS 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

Dionex Analysis of Gypsum Leachate

Bromide < 200 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:47 BGN9034

Chloride 1900 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:47 BGN9034

Fluoride 450 mg/kg 200 20 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:47 BGN9034

Sulfate 140000 mg/kg 2000 200 CS-3612 M-2 05/16/2013 15:47 BGN9034

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Certificate of Laboratory Analysis

This report shall not be reproduced, except in full.

Order # J13050177

2013010522

Collection Date: 08-May-13 5:20 AM

Site: 2A ABS PURGE SOLIDS 

Matrix: OTHER

Analyte Result Units Qualifiers RDL Method Analysis Date/Time

Sample #:

DF Analyst

TOTAL METALS BY ICP

Aluminum (Al) 21000 mg/Kg 6.7 20 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Antimony (Sb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Arsenic (As) 27.8 mg/Kg 13 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Beryllium (Be) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Boron (B) 164 mg/Kg 33 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Cadmium (Cd) < 3.3 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Calcium (Ca) 156000 mg/Kg 6.7 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Chromium (Cr) 51.7 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Cobalt (Co) 5.55 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Copper (Cu) 17.0 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Iron (Fe) 20100 mg/Kg 13 20 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Lead (Pb) < 20 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Magnesium (Mg) 6980 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Manganese (Mn) 109 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Nickel (Ni) 18.8 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Potassium (K) 9020 mg/Kg 67 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Selenium (Se) 510 mg/Kg 20 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

Strontium (Sr) 109 mg/Kg 3.3 10 SW 6010C 05/16/2013 10:24 MHH7131

METALS ANALYSIS BY VENDOR LAB - (Analysis Performed by SGS North America Inc.)

Vendor Parameter Complete Vendor Method V_SGS

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This data package contains the analytical results for the project identified above and includes a Case Narrative, Sample 

Results and Chain of Custody. Unless otherwise noted, all samples were received in acceptable condition and processed 

according to the referenced methods. 

Data qualifiers are flagged individually on each sample. A key reference for the data qualifiers appears at the end of this case 

narrative.

NC Certification No. 402

SC Certification No. 99012

NC Drinking Water Cert No. 37735

Case Narrative

05/20/2013

Duke Energy Corporation

Jay Perkins

13339 Hagers Ferry Road

Huntersville, NC 28078

Project: Belews Creek (Flex Fuel 2) Absorber 2

Project No.: J13050177

Lab Submittal Date: 05/09/2013

Prism Work Order: 3050229

VA Certification No. 460211

DoD ELAP Certification No. L2307

Please call if you have any questions relating to this analytical report.

Respectfully,

PRISM LABORATORIES, INC.

VP Laboratory Services

Angela D. Overcash Reviewed By Steven H. Guptill For Angela D. Overcash

Project Manager

Data Qualifiers Key Reference:

HT Sample received and analyzed outside of the hold time.

MDL Method Detection Limit

BRL Below Reporting Limit

RPD Relative Percent Difference

*

Results reported to the reporting limit. All other results are reported to the MDL with values between MDL and 

reporting limit indicated with a J.

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Sample Receipt Summary

05/20/2013

Prism Work Order: 3050229

Client Sample ID Lab Sample ID Matrix Date Sampled Date Received

2013010513/Make Up Water 3050229-01 Water 05/08/13 05/09/13

2013010516/2A Abs. Primary Class Feed -- Liquid 3050229-02 Water 05/08/13 05/09/13

2013010518/2B Abs. Primary Class Feed -- Liquid 3050229-03 Water 05/08/13 05/09/13

2013010521/#1 Abs. Purge -- Liquid 3050229-04 Water 05/08/13 05/09/13

Samples received in good condition at 4.1 degrees C unless otherwise noted.

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Laboratory Report

05/20/2013

Parameter Result Batch

ID

Report

Limit

Analysis

Date/Time

Dilution Method

Factor

Units MDL Analyst

13339 Hagers Ferry Road Project No.: 

Project: Belews Creek (Flex Fuel 2) 

Absorber 2

Duke Energy Corporation

Huntersville, NC 28078

Attn: Jay Perkins

Sample Matrix: Water

Client Sample ID: 

Prism Sample ID: 3050229-01

Prism Work Order: 3050229

Time Collected: 05/08/13 06:00

Time Submitted: 05/09/13 14:55

2013010513/Make Up Water

J13050177

General Chemistry Parameters

pH 7.2 HT pH Units 1 *SM4500-H B 5/10/13 15:30 JAB P3E0210

Total Alkalinity 35 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0386

Carbonate Alkalinity BRL mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0387

Bicarbonate Alkalinity 35 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0388

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Laboratory Report

05/20/2013

Parameter Result Batch

ID

Report

Limit

Analysis

Date/Time

Dilution Method

Factor

Units MDL Analyst

13339 Hagers Ferry Road Project No.: 

Project: Belews Creek (Flex Fuel 2) 

Absorber 2

Duke Energy Corporation

Huntersville, NC 28078

Attn: Jay Perkins

Sample Matrix: Water

Client Sample ID: 

Prism Sample ID: 3050229-02

Prism Work Order: 3050229

Time Collected: 05/08/13 05:35

Time Submitted: 05/09/13 14:55

2013010516/2A Abs. Primary Cla

J13050177

General Chemistry Parameters

pH 6.5 HT pH Units 1 *SM4500-H B 5/10/13 15:30 JAB P3E0210

Total Alkalinity 92 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0386

Carbonate Alkalinity BRL mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0387

Bicarbonate Alkalinity 92 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0388

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Laboratory Report

05/20/2013

Parameter Result Batch

ID

Report

Limit

Analysis

Date/Time

Dilution Method

Factor

Units MDL Analyst

13339 Hagers Ferry Road Project No.: 

Project: Belews Creek (Flex Fuel 2) 

Absorber 2

Duke Energy Corporation

Huntersville, NC 28078

Attn: Jay Perkins

Sample Matrix: Water

Client Sample ID: 

Prism Sample ID: 3050229-03

Prism Work Order: 3050229

Time Collected: 05/08/13 05:45

Time Submitted: 05/09/13 14:55

2013010518/2B Abs. Primary Cla

J13050177

General Chemistry Parameters

pH 6.7 HT pH Units 1 *SM4500-H B 5/10/13 15:30 JAB P3E0210

Total Alkalinity 66 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0386

Carbonate Alkalinity BRL mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0387

Bicarbonate Alkalinity 66 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0388

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Laboratory Report

05/20/2013

Parameter Result Batch

ID

Report

Limit

Analysis

Date/Time

Dilution Method

Factor

Units MDL Analyst

13339 Hagers Ferry Road Project No.: 

Project: Belews Creek (Flex Fuel 2) 

Absorber 2

Duke Energy Corporation

Huntersville, NC 28078

Attn: Jay Perkins

Sample Matrix: Water

Client Sample ID: 

Prism Sample ID: 3050229-04

Prism Work Order: 3050229

Time Collected: 05/08/13 05:20

Time Submitted: 05/09/13 14:55

2013010521/#1 Abs. Purge -- Liq

J13050177

General Chemistry Parameters

pH 7.1 HT pH Units 1 *SM4500-H B 5/10/13 15:30 JAB P3E0210

Total Alkalinity 50 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0386

Carbonate Alkalinity BRL mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0387

Bicarbonate Alkalinity 50 mg/L 5.0 0.59 1 *SM2320 B 5/17/13 14:45 JAB P3E0388

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5/20/13

Level II QC Report

13339 Hagers Ferry Road Project No: J13050177

Project: Belews Creek (Flex Fuel 2) 

Absorber 2

Duke Energy Corporation

Huntersville, NC 28078

Attn: Jay Perkins

Prism Work Order: 3050229

Time Submitted: 5/9/2013 2:55:00PM

Result Limit

Reporting

Units Level

Spike

Result

Source

%REC

%REC

Limits RPD

RPD

 Analyte Limit Notes 

General Chemistry Parameters - Quality Control

Batch P3E0210 - NO PREP

LCS (P3E0210-BS1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/10/13 

pH 6.92 pH Units 6.880 101 99-101

LCS (P3E0210-BS2) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/10/13 

pH 6.90 pH Units 6.880 100 99-101

Duplicate (P3E0210-DUP1) Source: 3050229-04 Prepared & Analyzed: 05/10/13 

pH 7.13 pH Units 7.13 0 10

Batch P3E0386 - NO PREP

Blank (P3E0386-BLK1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Total Alkalinity BRL 5.0 mg/L

LCS (P3E0386-BS1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Total Alkalinity 253 5.0 mg/L 250.0 101 90-110

LCS Dup (P3E0386-BSD1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Total Alkalinity 251 5.0 mg/L 250.0 100 90-110 0.8 200

Duplicate (P3E0386-DUP1) Source: 3050229-04 Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Total Alkalinity 48.9 5.0 mg/L 49.9 2 20

Batch P3E0387 - NO PREP

Blank (P3E0387-BLK1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Carbonate Alkalinity BRL 5.0 mg/L

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5/20/13

Level II QC Report

13339 Hagers Ferry Road Project No: J13050177

Project: Belews Creek (Flex Fuel 2) 

Absorber 2

Duke Energy Corporation

Huntersville, NC 28078

Attn: Jay Perkins

Prism Work Order: 3050229

Time Submitted: 5/9/2013 2:55:00PM

Result Limit

Reporting

Units Level

Spike

Result

Source

%REC

%REC

Limits RPD

RPD

 Analyte Limit Notes 

General Chemistry Parameters - Quality Control

Batch P3E0387 - NO PREP

Duplicate (P3E0387-DUP1) Source: 3050229-04 Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Carbonate Alkalinity BRL 5.0 mg/L BRL 20

Batch P3E0388 - NO PREP

Blank (P3E0388-BLK1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Bicarbonate Alkalinity BRL 5.0 mg/L

LCS (P3E0388-BS1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Bicarbonate Alkalinity 253 5.0 mg/L 250.0 101 90-110

LCS Dup (P3E0388-BSD1) Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Bicarbonate Alkalinity 251 5.0 mg/L 250.0 100 90-110 0.8 200

Duplicate (P3E0388-DUP1) Source: 3050229-04 Prepared & Analyzed: 05/17/13 

Bicarbonate Alkalinity 48.9 5.0 mg/L 49.9 2 20

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May 20, 2013 

Jay Perkins 

Duke Energy Analytical Laboratory 

Mail Code MGO3A2 (Building 7405) 

13339 Hagers Ferry Rd. 

Huntersville, NC 28078 

(704) 875-5245 

Project: Belews CreeK (Flex Fuel Absorber 2) (LIMS #J13050177) 

Mr. Perkins,

Attached is the report associated with four (4) aqueous samples submitted for total mercury and 

selenium speciation analysis on May 9, 2013. The samples were received in a sealed cooler at

-0.4°C on May 10, 2013. Selenium speciation analysis was performed via ion chromatography 

inductively coupled plasma collision reaction cell mass spectrometry (IC-ICP-CRC-MS). 

Mercury quantitation was performed via cold vapor inductively coupled plasma mass 

spectrometry (CV-ICP-MS). Any issues associated with the analysis are addressed in the 

following report. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. 

 

 Sincerely, 

 

 Russell Gerads 

Vice President 

 Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC 

 

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Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC 

Report prepared for: 

Jay Perkins 

Duke Energy Analytical Laboratory 

Mail Code MGO3A2 (Building 7405) 

13339 Hagers Ferry Rd. 

Huntersville, NC 28078 

Project: Belews CreeK (Flex Fuel Absorber 2) (LIMS #J13050177) 

May 20, 2013 

1. Sample Reception 

Three (3) aqueous samples in 125mL HDPE bottles (provided by Applied Speciation and 

Consulting) were submitted for selenium speciation analysis on May 9, 2013. One (1) 

additional sample in a 40ml borosilicate glass bottle (provided by Applied Speciation and 

Consulting) was submitted for total mercury quantitation. All samples were received on May 

10, 2013 in a sealed container at -0.4°C. 

All samples were received in a laminar flow clean hood, void of trace metals contamination 

and ultra-violet radiation, and were designated discrete sample identifiers. The 40mL 

borosilicate glass vial submitted for total mercury was preserved with bromine monochloride 

(BrCl) solution. The resulting sample was stored in a secure polyethylene container, known 

to be free from trace metals contamination, until the analyses could be performed. 

An aliquot of each sample requiring selenium speciation evaluation was filtered (0.45μm) 

and each filtrate was stored in a secure, monitored cryofreezer (maintained at a temperature 

of -80°C) until selenium speciation analysis could be performed via ion chromatography 

inductively coupled plasma collision reaction cell mass spectrometry (IC-ICP-CRC-MS). 

2. Sample Preparation 

All sample preparation is performed in laminar flow clean hoods known to be free from trace 

metals contamination. All applied water for dilutions and sample preservatives are 

monitored for contamination to account for any biases associated with the sample results. 

Total Mercury Quantitation by CV-ICP-MS All samples and preparation blanks for total 

mercury quantitation were preserved with 2% (v/v) BrCl. The resulting samples were 

analyzed for mercury via cold vapor inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (CVICP-MS). 

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Selenium Speciation Analysis by IC-ICP-CRC-MS Prior to analysis, an aliquot of each 

sample was filtered with a syringe filter (0.45μm) and injected directly into a sealed 

autosampler vial. No further sample preparation was performed as any chemical alteration of 

a sample may shift the equilibrium of the system, resulting in changes in speciation ratios. 

3. Sample Analysis 

All sample analysis is preceded by a minimum of a five-point calibration curve spanning the 

entire concentration range of interest. Calibration curves are performed at the beginning of 

each analytical day. All calibration curves, associated with each species of interest, are 

standardized by linear regression resulting in a response factor. All sample results are 

instrument blank corrected to account for any operational biases associated with the 

analytical platform. 

Prior to sample analysis, all calibration curves are verified using second source standards 

which are identified as initial calibration verification standards (ICV). 

Ongoing instrument performance is identified by the analysis of continuing calibration 

verification standards (CCV) and continuing calibration blanks (CCB) at a minimum interval 

of every ten analytical runs. 

Total Mercury Quantitation by CV-ICP-MS The sample fractions for total mercury 

quantitation were analyzed by cold vapor inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry 

(CV-ICP-MS) on May 14, 2013. Aliquots of each sample are reacted with a reductant in-line 

and transported to a gas-liquid separator. The volatile elemental mercury that is formed is 

then swept by a stream of argon gas into a radio frequency (RF) plasma where energytransfer processes cause desolvation, atomization, and ionization. The ions are extracted 

from the plasma through a differentially-pumped vacuum interface and separated on the basis 

of their mass-to-charge ratio (m/z) by a mass spectrometer. A solid-state detector detects 

ions transmitted through the mass analyzer and the resulting current is processed by a data 

handling system. 

Selenium Speciation Analysis by IC-ICP-CRC-MS Each sample for selenium speciation 

analysis was analyzed by ion chromatography inductively coupled plasma collision reaction 

cell mass spectrometry (IC-ICP-CRC-MS) on May 15, 2013. An aliquot of each sample is

injected onto an anion exchange column and mobilized by a basic (pH > 7) gradient. The 

eluting selenium species are then introduced into a radio frequency (RF) plasma where 

energy-transfer processes cause desolvation, atomization, and ionization. The ions are 

extracted from the plasma through a differentially-pumped vacuum interface and travel 

through a pressurized chamber (CRC) containing a reaction gas which preferentially reacts 

with interfering ions of the same target mass to charge ratios (m/z). A solid-state detector 

detects ions transmitted through the mass analyzer and the resulting current is processed by a 

data handling system. 

Retention times for each eluting species are compared to known standards for species 

identification. 

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4. Analytical Issues 

The overall analyses went well and no significant analytical issues were encountered. All 

quality control parameters associated with these samples were within acceptance limits.

The selenate result for the first 0.01 ug/L low standard was determined to be a statistical 

outlier upon application of the Grubbs test. The value for this sample was omitted from 

calculations used to determine the eMDL associated with selenate results. 

The estimated method detection limits (eMDLs) for selenite, selenate, and selenocyanate are 

generated from replicate analyses of the lowest standard in the calibration curve. Not all 

selenium species are present in preparation blanks; therefore, eMDL calculations based on 

preparation blanks are artificially biased low. 

The eMDL for methylseleninic acid and selenomethionine is calculated from the average 

eMDL of selenite, selenate, and selenocyanate. The calibration does not contain 

methylseleninic acid or selenomethionine due to impurities in these standards which would 

bias the results for other selenium species. 

The eMDL for mercury has been calculated using the standard deviation of the preparation 

blanks preserved and analyzed concurrently with the submitted samples. 

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this report, please feel free to contact me. 

Sincerely, 

Russell Gerads 

Vice President 

Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC 

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Sample Results

Sample ID Total Hg Se(IV) Se(VI) SeCN MeSe(IV) SeMe

Unknown Se 

Species (n)

Make Up Water ND (< 0.0036) NR NR NR NR NR NR

2A Abs. Primary Class Feed -- Liquid NR 432 55.8 ND (< 1.1) ND (< 1.6) ND (< 1.6) 0.0 (0)

2B Abs. Primary Class Feed -- Liquid NR 317 51.2 ND (< 1.1) ND (< 1.6) ND (< 1.6) 0.0 (0)

#1 Abs. Purge-- Liquid NR 213 54.0 ND (< 1.1) ND (< 1.6) ND (< 1.6) 0.0 (0)

All results reflect the applied dilution and are reported in μg/L

NR = Analysis not requested

ND = Not detected at the applied dilution

SeCN = Selenocyanate

MeSe(IV) = Methylseleninic acid

SeMe = Selenomethionine

Unknown Se Species = Total concentration of all unknown Se species observed by IC-ICP-MS

n = number of unknown Se species observed

Report Generated by: Russell Gerads

Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC

Total Mercury & Selenium Speciation Results for Duke Energy

Project Name: Belews CreeK (Flex Fuel Absorber 2)

Contact: Jay Perkins

Date: May 20, 2013

LIMS #J13050177

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Quality Control Summary - Preparation Blank Summary

Analyte (μg/L) PBW1 PBW2 PBW3 PBW4 Mean StdDev eMDL* eMDL 5x eMDL 1000x

Hg -0.0024 0.0002 -0.0004 0.0000 -0.0007 0.0012 0.0007 0.0036 -

Se(IV) 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.003 - 2.7

Se(VI) 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.001 - 1.1

SeCN 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.001 - 1.1

MeSe(IV) 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.002 - 1.6

SeMe 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.002 - 1.6

eMDL = Estimated Method Detection Limit

*Please see narrative regarding eMDL calculations

Quality Control Summary - Certified Reference Materials

Analyte (μg/L) CRM True Value Result Recovery

Hg NIST 1641d 1568 1464 93.3

Se(IV) LCS 4.79 4.728 98.8

Se(VI) LCS 4.74 4.677 98.7

SeCN LCS 4.46 4.588 102.9

MeSe(IV) LCS 3.24 2.926 90.4

SeMe LCS 4.66 4.344 93.2

Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC

Total Mercury & Selenium Speciation Results for Duke Energy

Project Name: Belews CreeK (Flex Fuel Absorber 2)

Contact: Jay Perkins

LIMS #J13050177

Date: May 20, 2013

Report Generated by: Russell Gerads

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Quality Control Summary - Matrix Duplicates

Analyte (μg/L) Sample ID Rep 1 Rep 2 Mean RPD

Hg Batch QC 0.0100 0.0098 0.0099 2.0

Se(IV) Batch QC ND (< 2.7) ND (< 2.7) NC NC

Se(VI) Batch QC ND (< 1.1) ND (< 1.1) NC NC

SeCN Batch QC ND (< 1.1) ND (< 1.1) NC NC

MeSe(IV) Batch QC ND (< 1.6) ND (< 1.6) NC NC

SeMe Batch QC ND (< 1.6) ND (< 1.6) NC NC

ND = Not detected at the applied dilution

NC = Value was not calculated due to one or more concentrations below the eMDL

Quality Control Summary - Matrix Spike/ Matrix Spike Duplicate

Analyte (μg/L) Sample ID Spike Conc MS Result Recovery Spike Conc MSD Result Recovery RPD

Hg Batch QC 2.000 2.078 103.4 2.000 2.105 104.8 1.3

Se(IV) Batch QC 5560 5828 104.8 5560 5702 102.5 2.2

Se(VI) Batch QC 5045 4825 95.6 5045 4803 95.2 0.5

SeCN Batch QC 4575 3985 87.1 4575 4023 87.9 1.0

Applied Speciation and Consulting, LLC

Total Mercury & Selenium Speciation Results for Duke Energy

Project Name: Belews CreeK (Flex Fuel Absorber 2)

Contact: Jay Perkins

LIMS #J13050177

Date: May 20, 2013

Report Generated by: Russell Gerads

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