UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

REGION 6

1445 ROSS AVENUE, SUITE 1200

DALLAS, TX 75202·2733

MAR 13 2D09

MEMORANDUM

SUBJECT:

FROM:

TO:

THRU:

1. PURPOSE

Request for Approval ofResidential Removal Action at the Many Diversified

Interests, Inc. (MOl) Site, Houston, Harris County, Texas 1t

Gregory E. Fife, Senior On-Scene Coordinator 4,tt Removal SiteI~ction (6SF-PR)

Samuel COle~.E., Director / ./

Superfund DIvIsIOn (6SF) iJ~w-- fk./

Robert ~. Broyles, Associate Director (;AIPrevention and Response Branch (6SF-P) \

This memorandum requests a ceiling increase and approval for an additional Removal

Action pursuant to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability

Act (CERCLA), as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§9601 et seq., at the Many Diversified Interests, Inc.

(MDT) Site ("Site") located in Houston, Harris County, Texas. The proposed includes the

excavations and offsite disposal of contaminated soils in residential yards within the Site

boundaries.

This action meets the criteria for initiating a removal action under the National

Contingency Plan (NCP), 40 CFR §300.415. This action exceeds the $2 million statutory limit.

An Action Memorandum approved on July 10, 2003 provided waivers to the $2 million and

twelve month statutory limits.

II. SITE CONDITIONS AND BACKGROUND

Cerclis # TX0002288082

Category ofRemoval: Time Critical

Site ill # 06FE

Latitude 29°46'05" N

Longitude 95°19'55" W

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A. Site Description

1. Removal Site Evaluation

In 1926, the Texas Electric Steel Casting Company (TESCO) began operations as a metal

casting foundry. TESCO primarily manufactured specialty molded parts such as large wheels,

tracks, and mining equipment. The process area consisted of casting plants. Both plants

maintained separate sand systems, core ovens, mold makes, electric arc furnaces, pouring

facilities, and cleaning, annealing and heat treating process areas.

During the mid-1980s, the southern portion of the Site was leased to Can-Am Resources

Group (Can-AM). Can-Am conducted a spent catalyst recycling operations using an

experimental process. Can-Am reportedly obtained between 2,000 and 4,000 drums of spent

catalyst from chemical plants and refineries along the Houston Ship Channel. By 1988, Can-Am

ceased operations and abandoned the drums of spent catalyst on the Site.

In 1990, MDI bought the TESCO note from the Texas Commerce Bank. TESCO ceased

operations in February 1991, and MDI foreclosed on the property. MDI reopened as the San

Jacinto Foundry (SJF) on March 1,1991. SJF continued operations until about June 1, 1992.

MDI filed for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of

Texas in May 1992. The onsite facilities were demolished as a salvage operations under the

order of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court between March 1995 and January 1996.

As a result of the operations at the facility, several offsite properties were contaminated

with lead above the action level of 400 parts per million (PPM). More than 150 residential yards

and the courtyards of a City of Houston Housing Authority complex have been addressed by

either the State of Texas or EPA. The owners of six additional homes declined to give access or

to participate in the previous cleanups. Recently, those owners have chosen to provide access for

sampling and cleanup.

2. Physical Location

The MDI Site was located at 3617 Baer Street in Houston, TX. It was an abandoned

foundry facility located approximately two miles east of downtown Houston near the Intersection

of Highway 59 and Interstate 10. This portion of Houston is known as the "Fifth Ward:' The

facility occupied approximately 36 acres in an area of mixed industrial and residential land use.

It was bounded by Hare Street to the north; National Vinegar Company and Press Street to the

east; the fonner Texas & New Orleans Railroad right-of-way beyond the easement to the south;

and Bringhurst Street to the west. There are in excess of 10,000 people within a mile of the Site,

including several hundred children attending the local elementary school.

The homes involved in the response are approximately within Y2 to *of a mile from the

facility. The perimeter is represented by the map in Figure 1.

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Site Loation Map

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Figure 1. Site Map

Approximate Site Boundaries

3. Site Characteristics

The MDI facility has been purchased by an unrelated company that has agreed to conduct

the cleanup on the facility per EPA oversight. Plans are to build Condominiums as part of the

revitalization of the area and specifically at the Site.

There are approximately 150 residential homes and properties that are contaminated

above the action level that have been addressed by previous actions. In addition, the nearby

Bruce Elementary School and the Houston Housing Authority's Kelly village, a multi-family

apartment complex, have been addressed. An additional 6 homes have recently provided access

for sampling and cleanup. This proposed action will address those homes.

4. Releases or threatened release into the environment of a hazardous substance,

pollutant or contaminant

Lead is the primary contaminant of concern at the Site. Lead is a designated hazardous

substance as defined in Section 101(140 of CERCLA, 42 U.S.C. §9601(14), and 40 CFR §302.4.

TCE is a hazardous constituent under 40 C.F.R. Part 261. (See Attachment 2, Material Safety

Data Sheet for Lead and Attachment 3, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry

(ATSDR) ToxFAQ).

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5. NPL Status

The Site was added to the NPL on January 15, 1999. Completion of the removal actions

taken on these six homes will enable the Site to be delisted.

6. Maps, Pictures and· other graphic representations

Attachment 1 Enforcement AddendumIFOIA Exempt

Attachment 2 Material Safety Data Sheet for Lead

Attachment 3 Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) Tox.FAQ for.

Lead

B. Other Actions to Date

1. Previous actions

In 1998 and 1999, the Potentially Responsible parties removed over 5,000 drums

containing waste materials, with EPA's oversight. Shortly after that the Texas Commission on

Environmental Quality (TCEQ) conducted a removal and restoration of 89 residential yards. In

2003 and 2005, EPA conducted removal actions on homes and a school that were not addressed

by the TCEQ action. Those actions addressed approximately 65 homes and residential lots and

the Bruce Elementary School grounds. In 2006, EPA conducted a removal action at the Houston

Housing Authority's Kelly Village. Kelly Village is a multi-family apartment complex. The

courtyards and playgrounds with lead contamination exceeding the action level were excavated

and restored.

2. Current actions

The MOl facility is being revitalized by a private investor per an agreement with EPA.

No actions on the residential properties are currently being taken.

C. State and Local Authorities' Roles

1. State and local actions to date

The State, through the TCEQ conducted a removal action at the Site in 1999. TCEQ

addressed 89 homes before available funding was depleted.

2. Potential for continued StatelLocal response

The TCEQ has indicated that they do not have the funding for this response.

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III. THREATS TO PUBLIC HEALTH OR WELFARE OR THE ENVIRONMENT,

AND STATUTORY AND REGULATORY AUTHORITIES

A. Threats to Public Health or Welfare

The current c'onditions at the Site meet the following factors which indicate that the Site

is a threat to the public health, welfare and the environment and a removal action is appropriate

under Section 300.415(b)(2) ofthe National Contingency Plan. Any or all ofthese factors may

be present at the Site yet anyone of these factors may determine the appropriateness of a removal

action.

I. Actual or Potential Exposure to Nearby Human Populations, Animals, or the Food

Chain from Hazardous Substances or Pollutants or Contaminants NCP Section

300.415(b)(2)(i)

The soils at the Site contain lead concentrations up to 2,000 ppm. The EPA's goal is to

attempt to limit exposure to soil lead levels such that a typical child or group ofsimilarly

exposed children would have an estimated risk of no more than 5% of exceeding a 10 Ilgld1

blood lead level. The 463 ppm removal action level meets the 5% benchmark, based on the

experience gained from other lead sites in EPA Region 6. The Center for Disease Control (CDC)

considers the 10 Ilgldl blood lead level as elevated for young children. The EPA believes that the

lead in theses soils is attributable to the historical foundry operations as well as other possible

sources.

2. High Levels of Hazardous Substances or Pollutants or Contaminants in Soils

Largely At or Near the Surface that May Migrate. NCP Section 300.415(b)(2)(iv)

The concentrations oflead in the soils ofthe homes exceed the 463 ppm actIon level.

Lead affects multiple target systems in adults and children. However, young children, generally

seven years of age and younger are at the greatest risk from the effects of lead. Lead can cause

damage to the brain and nervous system, slowed growth, and behavioral, learning, and hearing

problems.

3. Weather Conditions That May Cause Hazardous Substances or Pollutants or

Contaminants to Migrate of be Released. NCP Section 300.415(b)(2)(v)

The Houston area is subject to frequent heavy rain storms, tornados, flooding and severe

hurricanes. Those weather conditions, can cause the migration ofthe contaminant.

4. The Availability of other Appropriate Federal or State Response Mechanisms to

Respond to the Release. NCP Section 300.415(b)(2)(vii)

There are no other feasible alternative mechanisms to respond to the Site. The State has

indicated that they do not have the funds to conduct the removal. The PRPs have declined to

take action at the Site..

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IV. ENDANGERMENT DETERMINATION

Actual or threatened releases of hazardous substances, pollutants or contaminants from

this Site, ifnot addressed by implementing the response action selected in this Action

Memorandum, may present an imminent and substantial endangerment to the public health,

welfare, or the environment.

V. PROPOSED ACTIONS AND ESTIMATED COSTS

A. Proposed actions

1. Proposed Action Description

The proposed removal action involves the excavation ofthe contaminated soils from

parts or the entire residential yard of the six residences. Excavation will be conducted according

to the investigation completed on each residence. The excavated areas will be backfilled to

proper grade and restored. The contaminated soil will be transported offsite for disposal at an

approved and appropriate facility.

2. Contribution to Remedial Performance

The proposed action is consistent with the remedial. Completion of the cleanup at the six

residences will allow for the delisting of the Site.

3. Description of Alternative Technologies

The alternative to removal ofthe contaminated soil is to use engineering controls such as

maintaining grass cover or concreting the contaminated areas. Those controls will not remove

the contamination and will not ensure that future contamination will not occur. Concrete slabs

are not acceptable in most areas. The likelihood ofmaintaining the proper grass cover is

unlikely.

4. Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements (ARAR)

This removal action will be conducted to eliminate the actual or potential exposure to

hazardous substance, pollutant or contaminant to the environment, pursuant to CERCLA, 42

V.S.c. §9601 et ~., and in a manner consistent with the National Contingency Plan (NCP), 40

CFR Part 300, as required at 33 U.S.c. §1321(c)(2) and 42 V.S.c. §9605. Pursuant to 40 CFR

Part 300.415(j), fund-financed removal actions under CERCLA §104 and removal actions

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pursuant to CERCLA §106 shall, to the extent practicable considering the exigencies of the

situation, attain the applicable or relevant and appropriate requirements under Federal

environmental law.

5. Project Schedule

The action will begin with the documentation of existing conditions at each of the

residences. Typically, the documentation of two residences can be completed in a day. The

excavation, backfill and restoration of the yards can be accomplished in 3 to 4 days per residence.

If additional work is required. such as the replacement of damaged sidewalks or driveways, then

additional days are expected for those activities. The cleanup is completed with an inspection

and acceptance by the property owner that all restoration has been completed.

B. Estimated Costs

Extramural Costs

Previous Costs Proposed Ceiling Total Ceiling

For this action

Cleanup Contractor $1.178.314.60 $200,000 $1.378,314.60

START $784,291.02 $80.000 $864,291.02

Miscellaneous $477.51 $477.51

Total Extramural $ 1,963,083.13 $280.000 $2,243,083.13

Site Contingency (15%) $40,000 $40,000.00

TOTAL CEILING $320,000 $2,283,083.13

VI. EXPECTED CHANGE IN THE SITUATION SHOULD ACTION BE DELAYED

OR NOT TAKEN

If this action is not taken at the Site, residents of the homes will continue to be exposed to

concentrations of lead above the action level. The neighborhood has many children in the most

susceptjble range of age. Those children will continue to be exposed to the lead contaminated

soil. The lead may also migrate and result in additional yards to be contaminated.

VII. OUTSTANDING POLICY ISSUES

There are no outstanding policy issues associated with this site.

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Samuel Coleman, P.

Superfund Division

VIII. ENFORCEMENT

For administrative purposes, information concerning confidential enforcement strategy

for this Site is contained in the Enforcement Attachment #1. The total cost for this removal

action based on'full-cost accounting practices that will be eligible for cost recovery are estimated

to be $3,674,975.66 or $526,504.50 for this action alone.

(Direct Cost) + (Other Indirect Costs) + 52.61 % of (Total Direct + Indirect Costs)

=Estimated EPA Cost for This Removal Action only.

$320,000 + $25,000 + 0.5261($320,000 + $25,000) = $526,504.50

Total cost for the project:

$2,283,083.13+ $125,000 + 0.5261($2,283,083.13+ $125,000) = $3,674,975.66

Direct costs include direct extramural costs and direct intramural costs. Indirect costs are

calculated based on an estimated indirect cost rated expressed as a percentage of site-specific

direct costs, consistent with the full cost accounting methodology effective October 2,2002. The

estimates do not include pre-judgment interest, do not take into account other enforcement costs,

including Department of Justice costs, and may be adjusted during the course of a removal

action. The estimates are for illustrative purposes only, and their use is not intended to create any

rights for responsible parties. Neither the lack of a total cost estimate nor the deviation of actual

total costs from this estimate will affect the United States' right to cost recover.

VIII. RECOMMENDATION

This decision document represents the selected removal action for the Many Diversified

Interests, Inc. (MDI) Site, Houston, Hartis County, Texas, developed in accordance with

CERCLA as amended, and not inconsistent with the NCP. This decision is based on the

administrative record for the Site.

Conditions at the Site meet the criteria as defined by 40 CFR Section 300.415(b)(2) of the

NCP for a removal, and I recommend your approval of the proposed removal action. The total

project ceiling for. his action will be $320,000.

APPROVED\.1J'~~~~~~.j....JL.~~ DATE 3;/3/0f 7 I j

Attachments:

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ATTACHMENT 1

ENFORCEMENT ATTACHMENT TO THE ACTION MEMORANDUM

FOR the "Many Diversified Interests, Inc. (MDI) SITE," IS

ENFORCEMENT SENSITIVE

Note: This document has been withheld as

Enforcement Confidential and is located in

Separate "CONFIDENTIALITY FILING" at

U.S. EPA, Region 6

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ATTACHMENT 2·

Material Safety Data Sheet for Lead

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LEAD METAL

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1.Productldentiflcation

Synonyms: Granular lead, pigment mcra): C.1. 77575

CAS No.: 7~39-92-1

Molecular W.ilht: 201.19

Chemical Formula: Ph

Producl Cod..:

J.T. B.kor: 2256. 2266

M.llinckrod,: 5668

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

Ingredlen~

Lead

3. Hazards Identification

Emergenr.y Oven'ifw

Percent

95 - 100'

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POISON! DANCER! MAY st fATAl. IF SWAl.l.OWED OR IN HAl.ED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN. EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.

NEUROTOXIN. AffECTS T/fE GUM TISSUE. CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. KIDl"EYS. BLOOD Al"D REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM.

POSSIBLE CANCER HAZAJtD. MAY CAUSE CANCER BASED ON Al"IMAL DA TA. Risk of <an«r d.p<nd. on duration .nd 1.,-.1 of..po,uro.

SAl'-T-DATA(1m) Ratings (Provided h.T< for your convrnience)

Hoalth Rating: 3 - Se..ere (Cancer Causiug)

Flammability R.riug: J - Severe (Flammable)

Reactivity Rating: J - Slight

Con...ct ROling: 2 - Mod.ra.. (Life)

L.b Pro.«,h·e Equip: GOGGLES & SHIELD: LAB COAT & APRON: VENT HOOD: PROPER GLOVES

Storago Color Code: Rod (Flamlfl.ble)

Potr:nli:al HuUh EfTtcts

Inhalal;on:

l~ad can be absorbed through the respiratory system. Local initation ofbronchi.1 and lungs can occur and.. in cases ofacutc exposure. symptoms such as metanic

taste. chest and abdomlnal p.ain. and increased lead blood ~\"~Is may follow. See also Ingestion.

InlHtion:

POISON! The symptoms of lead poisoning include abdomin31 P3in and spasms, naL1sea. vomiting. headache. Acute poisoning can lead to muscle weakness, "lead

line" on the gums. metallic taste, definite loss of appelite. insomnia. dizziness. high lead levels in blood and urine with shock, coma and dead1 in cxttcmc caseS.

Skjn Contact: .

L~ad and IC3d compounds may be absorbed through thc skin 011 prolonged c.xposurc; the symptoms oflead poisoning described for ingcstJoII eJl:posurc nuy occur.

Contact over shon periods m3Y c;ausc local iniurion. redness 3nd pain.

E)'. Conucl:

Absorption can occur through eye tissues but the more common hazards art local irrilalion or abrasion..

Cbronk Exposur~: .

Lead is a cumulati\'c poison and exposu~ even 10 small amounts cap ratse Ihc body's content to {o~ic levels. The: sympcorns ofchmnic: exposure arc like those of

ingestion poisoning; restlessness. irrit~biJitY. "'isual dislurbanccs. hypcncnsion and gray facial color may also be nored.

ACCuv.uion of Prt'~xisling Condilions:

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Persons with pre-e,xisrillg kidney. nerve Of circulatol)' disorders or \\Iilh S~ln or eye problems may be mOre susceptible to the effects of lhis substance.

4. First Aid Measures

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Inh:alluion:

Remove to fresh air. Ifnot breathing. gi,'c artificial respiration. Ifbreathing is difficult. give o:-;ygcn. Gel nu:dical 2nmtioll.

Ingestion:

Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medic~1 personnel. Never gi"C' anything by mouth to an unconscious penon. Get medical attention.

Skin Contact:

lmmedialcly"nush skin with plenty ofsoap and water for al least 15 minules. Remo\'e contaminated clothing and shoes. Gel medical attention. Wash c10lhing

before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.

E'-t Contact:

rn"lmcdiately flush eyes with plenty ofwarer for at leaSI 15millutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Fir~: i NOI considered to be a fire hazard, Powder/dust is flammable when Ileated or exposed to llame,

Explosion:

Not considered 10 be an explosion hazard.

Firf Extinguishing Media:

Use any means sUluble for extinguishing sUfTowlding fire, Do 110t allow water nmotTta elller sewerS or waterways.

Special Information: .

In the event ofa fire. wear fnU protective clothing and N!OSH-appmved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand

or olher positive pressurt mode. Can produce toxic lead fumes OIl cle\'ated temperatures and also reaCI with oxidizing materials.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Ventilate arc:a ofleak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation Or

disposaL Vacuuming Or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal. US Reb'lliations (CERCLA) require reporting spills and releases to soil, w:uer and air

in excess ofreporuble quantities. The toll free number for 'he US Coa" Guard Narional Response Center is (800) 424-8802.

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7. Handling and Storage

Keep in a tightly closed container. stored in a cool. dry. ventilated area. Protcct againSi physical damage, Isolate from incompatible substances. An~3S in which

exposure to lead melal or lead compounds J1?ay occur should be identified by signs or apptopri~le means. and access to the area should be limited to authori2ed

persons. Containers oflhis material may be hazardous when cmplY since they retain produci residues (dust. solids); observe all warnings and precautions lined

for Ibe product.

8. Exposure ControlslPersonal Protection

Airborne E~posurC' Limits:

For lead, metal and inorganic dusts and fumes, as Pb:

-OSHA Pe11llissible Exposure limit (PEL): 0.05 mglm3 (TWA)

For lead. elemental al,d inorganic compounds. as Ph:

-ACGlH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 0.05 mglm3 (TWA). A3 animal carcinogen

ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices (BEl): 30 ugllOOmI. notalion B (see aCtllallndices for more infom13tion).

For lead. inorganic:

-NJOSH Recommended Exposure Limit (REL): 0.1 mgtm3 (TWA)

Ventilation System:

A system aflocal andlor general exhausl is recommended to keep employee exposurcs below the Airborne Exposure LimilS. Local exhaust ventilation is

generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the cOlll3miuant al its source, prt:venting dispersion ofil into the general work area. Please refer 10 the

ACGIH document.lntluslrial Ventilarion, A Manual ofRecommC'ndeti Praclices~ most recent editton. for details.

Personal Respiralon (NIOSH Appro"ed):

Ifthe exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls aTe nor feasible. a half-face high efficiency particulate respirator (NIOSH type NIOO filter) may be

WOOl for up to teu times the ex'posure limit or th.e ma~imum use concentration specified b)' tl\C, ll?propriate regulatory a.gency or respita.tor supplier, whichever is

lowesL A full-face piece high efficiency paniculate respirator (NIOSH type NJOO fth.er) may be wom up to 50 times the exposure limit. Or the maximum use

concentnltion specified by the appropriale regulatory agency or respirator supplier, ""'hich~\'cr is lowest. Ifoil panicles (e,g. lubricalllS. cuning fluids, glycerine,

etc.) are preselli. use 3 NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances \vhere the exposure levels are not known. use a full-facepiecc: positive-pressure.

air-supplied respirator, WARNING: Air-purifying n:spirators do 1I0t proteci workcrs in oxygm-defidcnt atmospheres.

Skin PrGttttion:

Wear impervious proleclive clothing. including 00015, gloves. lab coat. apron or (o\'eralls, as appropriate, to prevent sk.in contact.

E,'e Protection:

U~e chemical safely goggles andlor full face sbield where dusting or splashing ofsolutions is possible. Maintain eye wash foul1U1in and quick-drench facilities in

work area,

Other Control Measur-es:

Eating. drinking. and smoking should not be pem\ined ill areas where solids or liquids cOl1laining !eo1d compounds are handted. processed, or stored. See OSHA

suhstance.specific standard for more infomlaOOIt ou personal protective equipment. engineering and work practice controls. medical surveillance, record keeping,

and reporting requirements. (29 CFR 1910.1025).

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9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appurance:

Small, while to blue-gray metallic shot or granules.

Odo.:

Odorle....

SolUbility:

Insoluble in wattr.

Dtnsit~':

11.34

pH:

No information found.

% Volatiles by "0lume@2Ie(70F):

o

Boiling Point:

I 740C (3164F)

/\Itlring Point:

327.5C (622F)

Vapor Density {AIr-I):

No infomlation found.

Vopor Press... (mm Hg):

1.77@IOOOC(1832F)

E\'Oporolion R.ft (BuAc-.):

No infonl1.:J.lioll found.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Siabilih::

Stable ~lIdcr ordinary conditions of use and storage.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:

DoC's nol decompose but toxic lead or lead oxide fumes m.ay Conn al elevated lemperatures.

Hazardous Pol}'merlzalion:

\\'ill nOI occur.

Incomp..tibilirics:

Ammon,urn nitrate. tn10Tine trilluoride. hydlogen pnoxidt. sodium azide. zlTtonium. disodium act"tyllde, sodium acctY'lde and ()xidanu_

Conditions to A\"oill:

Heal. flames. ignition sources and incompatibles,

11. Toxicological Information

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Investigated as a tumorigen. mutagen, reproducli",'c effector,

Reprodu:c1h:e Toxicity: .

Lead and other smelter emissions are human reproductive hazards. (Chemical Council on Environmental Quality; Chemical Hazards to Human Reproduction,

1981).

Car(inogenicity:

EPA IIRIS classification: Group 82 - Probable human carcinogen. sufficient animal evidence,

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Lead ('7439-92-1>

12. Ecological Information

NO NO 28

En\'ironm.nul F~'f:

When released into the soil. this material is not expected [0 leach imo groundwater, This material mAy biotccumulate 10 Some extent.

En\'ironmfDUI Toxiclh':

No infannarion found.

13. Disposal Considerations

Whatever C3nnOt be san:~d far recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste facllity. Allhough not a listed RCRA hazardous

waste. this material may txhibit one or more characleristics ora hazardous waste and require appropri:uc: analysis to detenninc specific disposal requirements.

Processing. uSC' or contamination ofthis product may change the \I,'aSlt managcmcIII op(ions. SI:ue ~nd local disposal regulations may difTC'r from federal disposal

regulations, Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal. Slate and local rcquiremcnlS.

14. Transport Information

Not regulated.

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Lead (7439-92-1) Yes Yes Yeg Yes

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Ingredient RQ TPQ LISt Chemical Cat.g.

Lead (74J9· 92 -1' NO No Yes No

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IngredIent CEP.eLA

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Lead <7439-92-1) 10 No NO

Chemical Weapons Convention: NO TSCA 12 (bl, No COTA: No

SAPA 311/31:2: ACute: yes Chronic: Yes Fire; No Pressure; No

Reactivity: No (Pure I Solidi

WARNING:

THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN S CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER

REPRODUCTIVE HARM:

AUSlralian Hazchern Code: Nonc allocatcd.

Poison Schedule: S6

WHMIS:

This MSDS has ~en prepared according to the hazard criteria ofche Contro[Ied ProduclS Regulations (CPR) and lhe MSOS contains all ofthe infonnation

required by Ihe CPR.

16. Other Information

NFPA Ralings: Healtb: 3 Flammability: I Reachvity: 0

t:illbel Haz:ud \\'arning:

POISON! DANGER! MA Y BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.

NEUROTOXIN. AFFECTS THE GUM TISSUE, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. KIDNEYS. BLOOD ANO REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM. POSSIBLE

CANCER HAZARD. MAY CAUSE CANCER BASED ON ANIMAL DATA. Risk ofcanccrdcpellds 011 duratiollalld 1e;'c1 ofcxpo,ure.

Labtl PreC::llluliOdS:

Do nOl get in eyes. on skin. or on clothing.

Do riO I breathe dust.

K~ep containcr closed·.

Use only witll adequate ventilation.

Wash .boroughly .Oc( bandling.

Label Firs. Aid:

rfswallowed, induce \,'omiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anylhing by mouth 10 an uncOJlscious person. ffinhalcd, remove to

fresh air. Ifnot breathing. give artificial respiration, If breathing is dHlitult, give o~ygen. In case of contact. immediately flush eyes or skin wilh plenty ofwatef

for at leasl IS millutcS. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes, Wash clothil1g before reuse, In iJll cases, gel medical auention.

Product Use:

Laboratory ReageJll.

Revision I n(ormarioB:

MSDS Section(s) chavged since last revision of document include:: 3.

Disclaimer:

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033591
ATTACHMENT 3

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry

(ATSDR) ToxFAQ for Lead

Request for Residential Removal Action at MDI Site

033592
ATSDR AGENCY FOR TOXIC SUBSTANCES

AND DISEASE REGISTRY

LEAD

CAS # 7439-92-1

Division ofToxicolog)' and Environmental Medicine ToxFAQsnl I August 2007

This fact sheet answers the most frequently asked health questions (FAQs) a·bout lead, For more

information, call the ATSDR Information Center at 1-800-232~4636. This fact sheet is one in a series

of summaries about hazardous substances and their health effects. It is important you understand this

information because this substance may harm you. The effects of exposure to an)' hazardous substance

depend on the dose, the duration, how you are exposed, personal traits and habits, and whether other

chemicals are present.

HIGHLIGHTS: Exposure to lead can happen from breathing workplace air or

dust, eating contaminated foods, or drinking contaminated water. Children can be

exposed from eating lead-based paint chips or playing in contaminated soil. Lead

can damage the nervous system, kidneys, and reproductive system. Lead has been

found in at least 1,272 of the 1,684 National Priority List sites identified by the

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). .

What is lead '!

Lead is a naturally occurring bluish-gray metal found in

small amounts in the earth's crust. Lead can be found in all

parts of our environment. Much of it comes from human

activities including burning fossil fuels, mining, and

manufacturing.

Lead has many different uses. It is used in the production of

batteries, ammunition, metal products (solder and pipes), and

devices to shield X-rays. Because of hc;alth concerns, lead

from paints and ceramic products, caulking, and pipe solder

has been dramatically reduced in recent years. The use of

lead as an add iti ve to gasol ine was banned in 1996 in the

United States. .

What happens to lead when it enters the

environment'!

o Lead itself does not break down. but lead compounds are

changed by sunlight, air, and water.

o When lead is released to the air, it may travel long

distances before settling to the ground.

o Once lead falls onto $oil, it usually sticks to soil

particles.

o Movement of lead from soil into groundwater will dcpend

on the type of lead compound and the characteristics of the

soil.

How might I be exposed to lead'?

o Eating food or drinking water that contains lead. Water

pipes in some older homes may contain lead solder. Lead .

can leach out into the w~l!er.

o Spending time in areas where lead-based paints have

been used and are dcteriorating. Deteriorating lead paint can

contribute to lead dust.

o Working in a job where lead is used or engaging in

certain hobbies in which lead is used, such as making

stai ned glass.

o Using health-care products or folk remedies that contain

lead.

How can lead affect my health'!

The effects of lead are the same whether it enters the body

through breathing or swallowing. Lead can affect almost

every organ and system in your body. The main target for

lead toxicity is the nervous system, both in adults and

children. Long-term exposure of adults can result in

decreased performance in· some tests that measure functions

of the nervous system. It may also cause weakness in

fingers, wrists, or ankles. Lead exposure also causes small

increases in blood pressure, particularly in middle-aged and

older people and can cause anemia. Exposure to high lead

levels can severely damage the brain and kidneys in adults

or children and ultimately cause death. In pregnant women,

high levels of exposure to lead.may cause miscarriage. Highlevel exposure in men can damage the organs responsible for

sperm production.

How likely is lead to cause cancer?

We have no conclusive proof that lead causes cancer in

humans. Kidney tumors have developed in rats and mice

that had been given large doses of some kind of lead

compounds. The Department of Health and Human Services

U.S. ()I':PARTi\lENT OF HEALTH AND HlIi\IAN SERVICES, Public Hcalth Scr~'ice Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry I

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CAS # 7439-92-1

ToxFAQs·I.\1 Internet address is http://www.\ltsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaq.html!

(DHHS) has determined that lead and lead compounds are

reasonably anticipated to be human carcinogens and the EPA

has determined that lead is a probable human carcinogen.

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has

determined that inorganic le:td is probably carcinogenic to

humans and that there is insufficient information to determine

whether organic lead compounds will cause cancer in

humans. . .

How can lead affect children?

Small children can be exposed by eating lead-based paint

chips, chewing on objects painted with lead-based paint, or

swallowing house dust or soil that contains lead.

Children arc more vulnerable to Icad poisoning than adults. A

child who swallows large amounts of lead may develop blood

anemia, severe stomachache, muscle weakness, and brain

damage. If a child swallows smaller amounts of lead, much

less severe effects on blood and brain function may occur.

Even at much lower levels of exposure, lead can affect a

child's mental and physical growth..

Exposure to I~ad is more dangerous for young and unborn

children. Unborn children call be exposed to lead through

their mothers. Hannful cffectS include premature births,

smaller babies, decreased mental ability in the infant, learning

difficulties, and reduced growth in young children. These

effects are more common if the mother or baby was exposed

to high levels of lead. Some of these effects may persist

beyond childhood.

How can families reduce the risks of exposure to

lead?

o Avoid exposure to sources of lead.

o Do not allow children to chew or mouth surfaces that

may have been painted with lead-based paint.

o If you have a water lead problem, rUIl or flush water that

has been standing overnight before drinking or cooking with

it

o Some types of paints and pigments that are used as

make-up or hair coloring contain lead. Keep these kinds of

products away from children

o If your home contains lead-~ased paint or you live in an

area contaminated with lead, wash children's hands and faces

often to remove lead dusts and soil, and regularly clean the

house of dust and tracked in soil.

Is there a medical test to determine whether I've

been exposed to lead?

A blood test is available to measure the amount of lead in

your blood and to estimate the amount of your recent

exposure to lead. Blood tests are commonly used to screen

children for lead poisoning. Lead in teeth or bone? can be

measured by X-ray techniques, but these methods are not

widely available. Exposure to lead also can be evaluated by

measuring erythrocyte protoporphyrin (EP) in blood samples.

EP is a part of red blood cells known to increase when the

amount of lead in the blood is high. However, the EP level is

not sensitive enough to identify children with elevated blood

lead levels below about 25 micrograms per deciliter (~g/dL).

These tests usually require special analytical equipment that

is not available in a doctor's office. However, your doctor .

can draw blood samples and send them 10 appropriate

laboratories for analysis. \

Has the federal government made J"ecommendations

to protect human health?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

recommends that states test children at ages I and 2 years.

Children should be tested at ages 3-6 years if they have

never been tested for lead, if they r~ceive services from

public assistance programs for the poor such as Medicaid or

the Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants. and

Children, if they live in a building or frequently visit a house

bui It before 1950; if they visit a home (house or apartment)

built before 1978 that has been recently remodeled; and/or if

they have a brother, sister, or playmate who has had lead

poisoning. CDC considers a blood lead level of 10 IlgfdL to'

be a level of concern for children.

EPA limits lead in drinking water to 15 J.lg per liter.

References

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR).

2007. Toxicological Profile for lead (Update). Atlanta, GA: U.S.

Department ofPublic Health and Human Services, Public Health

Service.

Where can I get more information? For more infomlalion, contact the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease

Registry, Division of Toxicology and Environmental Medicine. 1600 Clifton Road NE, Mailstop F-32, Atlanta, GA 30333. Phone:

1-800-232-4636. FAX: 770-488-4178. ToxFAQs Internet address via WWW is http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/toxfaq.html. ATSDR

can tell you where to find occupational and environmental health clinics. Their specialists can recognize. evaluate. and treat

illnesses resulting froni exposure to hazardous substances. You can also contact your community or.state health or environmental

quality department if you have any more questions or concents.

033594
MAR 13 2009 ..- MEMORANDUM

SUBJECT: Request for Approval ofResidential Removal Action at the Many Diversified

Interests, Inc. (MDI) Site, Houston, Harris County, Texas

FROM: Gregory E. Fife, Senior On-Scene Coordinator

Removal Site Section (6SF-PR)

TO: Samuel Coleman, P.E., Director

Superfund Division (6SF)

THRU: Robert R. Broyles, Associate Director

Prevention and Response Branch (6SF-P)

1. PURPOSE'

This memorandum requests a ceiling increase and approval for an additional Removal

Action pursuant to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability

Act (CERCLA), as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§9601 et seq., at the Many Diversified Interests, Inc.

(MDI) Site ("Site") located in Houston, Harris County, Texas. The proposed includes the

excavations and offsite disposal of contaminated soils in residential yards within the Site

boundaries.

This action meets the criteria for initiating a removal action under the National

Contingency Plan (NCP), 40 CFR §300.415. This action exceeds the $2 million statutory limit.

An Action Memorandum approved on July 10, 2003 provided waivers to the $2 million and

twelve month statutory limits.

II. SITE CONDITIONS AND BACKGROUND

Cerclis # TX0002288082

Category ofRemoval: Time Critical

Site ill # 06FE

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