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--•. 6 the nature of the materials in the ponds. He noted that the materials are not hazardous and that they will not be leaving the site which would substantially improve the current situation. He described the recycling facility noting that the solids and liquids derived from the system will be reused in the plant as recycled materials. Until this system is in place accumulated solids will be removed by trucks. Post cited a map prepared to illustrate the nature of the request noting the actual acreage to be utilized for the operation is very limited once you identify right-of-way, open space and screening proposed. He clarified that the area designated in pink is the use area and includes .74 acres. Post clarified that the applicant must meet the specifics of the site plan upon development of the site. Be continued that maintenance of facilities installed is also required as a condition of approval and that this would address landscaping and the integrity of system. Fritz Brunssen, engineer for the applicant, addressed traffic flow. Be noted that driveway C is in the middle of the turn and has limited sight distance and that the applicant proposes to use Driveway B to enter and load the vehicles and then use Driveway D to exit the tract. He continued noting that NCDOT accepted the proposed driveway as having safer sight distance and that the driveway is higher than the road. Be noted that truck parking will not be seen from the road and that those on the other side of the railroad cannot see the basins due to a combination of plant material and fencing. Be summarized that the proposal would result in improved traffic arrangements, improved landscaping and total compliance with environmental regulations. Planning Board member Kizer inquired about the total concentration of the liquid in the ponds. Chandler responded that there are 10 parts water to 1 part muriatic acid. He informed the Boards that this acid-is purchased and stored in 55 gallon drums and diluted on a 10-1 basis for utilization. Kizer inquired how much acid is used a month. Chandler responded that they use 55 gallons a month generally, but that use-is not determined on a scheduled basis. This is determined by the plant manager and related to the number of trucks out of use. He clarified that they use 550 gallons of diluted nuriatic acid monthly. Kramer inquired about the structures to be located above ground associated with the ponds. Post responded that the pumps will be placed underground. He described the process indicating that the water would flow from the wash area in the plant area to the first pond and that the liquids will be pumped out of the second basin. The third basin would accommodate a storm event. . Liquids would be pumped to an existing overhead tank. Yuhasz asked the applicant to describe the recycling system. Post indicated that it utilizes a conveyor belt which scoops heavier material out of a bin filled with water laden material. Chandler indicated that there are many models on the market and that they are generally 16-20 feet long and 8 feet wide. Yuhasz inquired how close landscaping may be placed to the railroad tracks before the railroad company objects. Brunssen responded 15 feet. Be continued that existing vegetation in the area is not to be disturbed and that additional vegetation will be added. Best inquired if the said and gravel reclaimer mentioned is also the recycling facility. Post responded yes. Best asked how high is such a facility. Chandler responded six feet. Pilkey inquired about projected water usage and the depth and rate per minute of the well. Chandler responded that the well was installed when the . plant was built and-though he did not know how deep it is, it was installed by the Dodson Well Co. Be indicated that he had replaced the pump once since acquiring the plant. He noted that the facility was also connected to city water, but that well water was preferred as the temperature of the water is constant. He noted there was a storage tank on site.