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August 10, 2023 Project No. 024-23051
Mr. Matthew Wade
Urban Land Advisors, LLC
P.O. Box 11385
Bakersfield, California 93389
mwade@landstonecompanies.com
RE: Phase II Limited Soil and Soil Vapor Assessment/Vapor Intrusion Risk Evaluation
Northeast Corner of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road
APN 544-030-04 (17.54 Acres)
Bakersfield, California
Dear Mr. Wade:
Pursuant to your request, Krazan & Associates, Inc. (Krazan) has conducted a Phase II Limited Soil and
Soil Vapor Assessment and a Vapor Intrusion Risk Evaluation (VIRE) at the referenced property (subject
site). This work was based on the findings provided in Krazan’s June 9, 2023 Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment (ESA) Project No. 024-23051 prepared for Urban Land Advisors, LLC. The findings of the
Phase I ESA are summarized below and the results of the Phase II Limited Soil and Soil Vapor Assessment
and Vapor Intrusion Risk Evaluation are presented following background information.
BACKGROUND
During Krazan’s June 2023 Phase I ESA, Krazan identified evidence of recognized environmental
conditions (RECs) and/or a historical REC (HREC) in conjunction with the subject site as defined by ASTM
E 1527-21.
Based on review of regulatory documents, the subject site was impacted with a release of crude oil
from a pipeline adjacent to the west of the subject site. To date, the City of Bakersfield Fire
Department (CBFD) has not found a closure letter addressing this release that was investigated by
CBFD during 2000. Therefore, Krazan recommended the release of crude oil from the pipeline be
further investigated. Additionally, Krazan recommended a Soil Vapor Survey (SVS) be conducted
within the western portion of the subject site to evaluate the potential for vapor intrusion into
proposed future buildings.
PURPOSE OF THE PHASE II LIMITED SOIL AND SOIL VAPOR INVESTIGATION AND
VAPOR INTRUSION RISK EVALUATION
The purpose of the Phase II Limited Soil and Soil Vapor Investigation was to assess constituents of potential
concern (COPCs) in soil and soil vapor to determine potential risk to human health and the environment.
The COPCs for this investigation included: Total extractable petroleum hydrocarbons (TEPH) and the
volatile organic compounds (VOCs) benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene and total xylenes (BTEX) in soil and
analysis of VOCs in soil vapor.
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The purpose of the VIRE was to assess whether concentrations of benzene detected in soil vapor during the
soil vapor investigation are within levels considered acceptable to the California health and environmental
protection agencies.
Applicable Regulatory Agency References
The results of the soil sampling and SVS were evaluated using Environmental Screening Levels (ESLs)
established in November 2007 (Revised January 2019 with a second Revision in July 2019) by the San
Francisco Regional Water Quality Control Board’s (SFRWQCB) referenced in the technical document titled,
Screening for Environmental Concerns at Sites With Contaminated Soil and Groundwater. According to the
SFRWQCB’s 2007 document, ESLs are considered to be conservative. Under most circumstances and within
limits described by the SFRWQCB, the presence of a chemical in soil, soil-vapor or groundwater at
concentrations below the corresponding ESL (Residential Exposure or Commercial/Industrial Exposure) for
the respective constituent can be assumed not to pose a significant, long-term (chronic) threat to human health
and the environment. Additional evaluation will generally be necessary at sites where a chemical is present at
concentrations above the corresponding ESL.
SCOPE OF WORK
Krazan prepared and implemented a site-specific health and safety plan (HASP) prior to field work.
Krazan’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) were implemented for sample collection, sample
equipment decontamination, sample storage, transport, hold times, and chain-of-custody documentation in
the field. The following summarizes the investigation methodology and presents the results of the chemical
analysis of the soil and SVS and the results of the VIRE. In addition to presenting our findings, this report
also includes our conclusions and recommendations, based on the results of the investigation. The
contaminants encountered are identified and include a comparison of the contaminant levels to ESLs for
soil and soil vapor. The laboratory analytical reports, and other supporting documentation are appended to
this report.
PHASE II LIMITED SOIL AND SOIL VAPOR ASSESSMENT AND VAPOR INTRUSION RISK
EVALUATION
Krazan has conducted a Phase II Limited Soil and Soil Vapor Assessment and a VIRE at the subject site.
The findings are presented below:
LIMITED SOIL ASSESSMENT
Krazan conducted the limited soil assessment (LSA) at the subject site on June 22, 2023 which included
advancing four soil borings (SB-1, SB-2, SB-3 and SB-4) to depths of 30 feet below ground surface (bgs)
along the western side of the subject site, see Figure 1. The soil borings were located approximately 25
feet to the east of the concrete curb along Buena Vista Road, and at 60-foot intervals north of Panama Lane.
Soil samples collected at 20, 25 and 30 feet bgs were analyzed for BTEX and TEPH from all four borings.
Additionally, all samples were field screened with a photo-ionization detector (PID) at five-foot intervals
from the surface to 30 feet bgs. Twelve (12) of the 24 soil samples collected were submitted for analysis of
the COPCs. The discrete soil samples submitted for analysis were properly sealed and labeled with specific
sampling and project information and retained within a chilled container to 4 degrees Celsius. Sampling
information was entered on a chain-of-custody form and the samples were shipped under chain-of custody
to a State Certified Laboratory for analysis of COPCs to include: TEPH carbon chain analysis (TEPH-cc)
by EPA Method 8015B; and BTEX by EPA Method 8260B.
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LIMITED SOIL ASSESSMENT FINDINGS
The following summarizes the results of the limited soil assessment. Laboratory results are included in
Table I. The complete SunStar laboratory analytical report is included in Attachment A.
Soil Borings SB-1 thru SB-4
Soil Borings SB-1 thru SB-4 were all advanced to a total depth of 30 feet bgs. In general, all four soil
borings encountered a loam at the surface; a light grey silty sand, loose, dry with no staining and on odors
from 5 to 15 feet bgs; a light brown silty sand, slightly clayey, loose, moist with no staining and no odors
at 20 feet bgs; a grey silty sand, loose, dry with no staining and no odors at 25 feet bgs; and a grey sand,
fine-grained, loose, dry with no staining and no odors at 30 feet bgs. In general, no stained soil was
encountered and the PID did not detect VOCs above 5 parts per million (ppm).
Soil Sample Analytical Results
Soil samples with detectable TEPH were reported only in the diesel (DRO) and motor oil (MORO)
hydrocarbon ranges. BTEX was not detected at or above the laboratory’s reporting limits (RLs). In
summary, no BTEX concentrations were reported and TEPH concentrations were reported below 100
milligrams per kilogram (mg/kg), which is below regulatory action levels. The following summarizes the
soil sample analysis results.
SB-1
TEPH was not detected at or above the laboratory’s RLs for samples collected at 20 and 25 feet bgs. MORO
was detected in sample SB1-30’ at 18 mg/kg.
SB-2
DRO was detected in sample SB-2-20’ at 43 mg/kg, sample SB-2-25’ at 44 mg/kg and sample SB2-30’ at
42 mg/kg. MORO was detected in sample SB2-25 at 29 mg/kg and sample SB-2-30’ at 22 mg/kg.
SB-3
TEPH was not detected at or above the laboratory’s RLs for samples collected at 25 feet bgs. DRO was
detected in sample SB-3-20’ at 46 mg/kg and sample SB3-30’ at 42 mg/kg. MORO was detected in sample
SB3-20 at 19 mg/kg and sample SB-3-30’ at 18 mg/kg.
SB-4
DRO was detected in sample SB-4-20’ at 43 mg/kg, sample SB-4-25’ at 40 mg/kg and sample SB4-30’ at
38 mg/kg. MORO was detected in sample SB4-25 at 16 mg/kg and sample SB-4-30’ at 25 mg/kg.
SOIL VAPOR SURVEY
Krazan conducted a SVS on July 6, 2023 using Optimal Technology (Optimal), a State-certified on-site-
mobile analytical laboratory/drilling contractor. The SVS included advancing five soil vapor borings (SV-
1, SV-2, SV-3, SV-4 and SV-5) and collection of soil vapor samples from five feet and ten feet bgs from
all five borings. SV-1 thru SV-4 were advanced adjacent to the four soil borings previously discussed and
SV-5 was advanced as a kick-out sample point further east of SV-2. The soil vapor probes were advanced
and samples were collected using field procedures consistent with the California Department of Toxic
Substance Control’s (DTSC’s)Interim Final Guidance for the Evaluation and Mitigation of Subsurface
Vapor Intrusion to Indoor Air (DTSC Guidance) dated February 2020. Soil vapor samples were collected
and analyzed for VOCs by U.S. EPA Method 8260B. One duplicate sample was also collected and analyzed
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for VOCs. The results of the SVS are summarized in Table II and are discussed below. The complete
Optimal laboratory analytical report is included as Attachment A (refer to the Optimal report for tabulated
results and a list of VOC analytes that were analyzed for during this investigation).
SOIL VAPOR SURVEY FINDINGS
In summary, benzene was reported in four (4) of the eleven (11) soil vapor samples at or above the
laboratory reporting limit (RL) of 3.0 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3), which were above the
SFRWQCB Tier 1 ESL of 3.2 µg/m3. The benzene results are presented below. Based on these results,
Krazan recommended that the data be evaluated by a certified toxicologist to determine whether reported
concentrations of benzene detected in soil vapor at the site are within levels considered acceptable to
California health and environmental protection agencies.
Other than benzene, no other VOCs were detected at or above the laboratory’s RLs.
SV-1
Benzene was not detected at or above the RL of 3.0 µg/m3 in sample SV-1-5’. Benzene was detected in
sample SV-1-10’ at 31 µg/m3.
SV-2
Benzene was detected in samples SV-2-5’ and SV-2-10’ at 122 µg/m3and 51 µg/m3, respectively.
SV-3
Benzene was not detected at or above the RL of 3.0 µg/m3 in samples SV-3-5’ and SV-3-10’.
SV-4
Benzene was not detected at or above the RL of 3.0 µg/m3 in samples SV-4-5’, SV-4-10’ and SV-4-10’
(Dup).
SV-5
Benzene was not detected at or above the RL of 3.0 µg/m3 in sample SV-5-5’. Benzene was detected in
sample SV-5-10’ at 19 µg/m3.
VIRE FINDINGS
Enviro-Tox Services Inc. (Enviro-Tox) conducted a VIRE for the subject site. Risk characterization
involves estimating the magnitude of the potential adverse health effects that could occur due to chronic,
long-term exposure to chemicals identified in soil vapor at the site. The VIRE is presented in the Technical
Memorandum dated July 25, 2023 and is included as Attachment C. The risk characterization is based on
the results of the dose-response (toxicity) and exposure assessment.
The VIRE findings note that the soil vapor survey results indicated that only traces of benzene remain in
soil vapor at the subject site. The potential for benzene vapor intrusion into a hypothetical residential
building was evaluated in this VIRE. The maximum cancer risk estimated to result from unmitigated vapor
intrusion into a hypothetical residential building was 4E-06. This estimated cancer risk is slightly higher
than the benchmark of 1E-06 established by the DTSC. However, it is well below the known cancer risk
for the United States population and the estimated non-cancer hazard was within levels considered
acceptable to California health and environmental protection agencies. The VIRE notes that the lateral
extent of benzene impacts is limited to the area immediately around soil vapor sample SV-2 and that the
kickout sample SV-5 was reported with only trace concentrations at 10 feet bgs.
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The VIRE additionally, notes that benzene is a chemical commonly found in urban environmental and is
subject to biodegradation (Cal-EPA, 2023). Since the vertical and lateral extent of the benzene impacts are
limited to a small area the volume of soil, the benzene emissions from such a small area are likely to
attenuate over time to insignificant levels.
Therefore, based on the results of the soil vapor survey and the results of this VIRE, it can be concluded
that benzene detected in soil is limited in area and volume and does not appear to pose a significant risk to
human health or the environment.
PHASE II LIMITED SOIL, SOIL VAPOR ASSESSMENT AND VIRE CONCLUSIONS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
The results of the analysis for the soil samples collected and analyzed from the subject site indicates TEPH
concentrations were reported below regulatory action levels.Additionally, all soil samples analyzed were
reported as ND for BTEX. Therefore, no further investigation appears warranted with respect to impacts
to soil. Additionally, the soil vapor survey results indicated that only concentrations of benzene remain in
soil vapor within a very limited area, and since the vertical and lateral extent of the benzene impacts are
limited to a small area, the benzene emissions are likely to attenuate over time to insignificant levels. Based
on the results of the VIRE, soil vapor at the subject site is within levels considered acceptable to California
health and environmental protection agencies. Therefore, no further investigation appears warranted with
respect to potential soil vapor migration to the site.
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CLOSING
We appreciate the opportunity to be of service. If you have any questions regarding this report, or if we can
be of further assistance, please feel free to contact the undersigned at 661 837-9200
Respectfully Submitted,
KRAZAN & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Trenton J. Westerson
Staff Scientist
Mark D. Edwards, PG 7714
Senior Project Manager
TJW/MDE/mlt
Attachments:
Table I
Table II
Figure 1
Attachment A – Laboratory Analytical Reports
Attachment B – Enviro-Tox VIRE Report
07/2025
SB-1 -20'SB-1 -25'SB-1 -30'SB-2 -20'SB-2 -25'SB-2 -30'SB-3 -20'SB-3 -25'SB-3 -30'SB-4-20'SB-4-25'SB-4-30'
COCs RL ESL
Benzene 0.0025 0.33 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Toluene 0.0025 1100 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Ethylbenzene 0.0025 5.9 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Xylenes 0.005 580 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
TPH-g 10 430 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
TPH-d 10 260 ND ND ND 43 44 42 46 ND 42 43 40 38
TPH-o 10 12000 ND ND 18 ND 29 22 19 ND 18 ND 16 25
COCs = Constituents of concern
ND = None Detected at or above the Laboratory Reporting Limit
RL = Laboratory Reporting Limit
ESL = Environmental Screening Level, Residential Shallow Soil Exposure
TPH-g = Total petroleum hydrocarbons in gas
TPH-d = Total petroleum hydrocarbons in diesel
TPH-o = Total petroleum hydrocarbons in motor oil
Note: TEPH Total Extractable Petroleum Hydrocarbons is the sum total of TPH-g, d, and o
Note: TPH-cc Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons, carbon chain analysis (includes TPH-g, d, and o)
Sampling Conducted on 06/22/2023
RESULTS (Reported in mg/kg)
Soil Samples
TABLE I
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Soil Sample Analytical Results
BTEX by EPA Method 8260B; TPH-cc by EPA Method 8015B
SV-1-5'SV-1-10'SV-2-5'SV-2-10'SV-3-5'SV-3-10'SV-4-5'SV-4-10'SV-4-10' (Dup)SV-5-5'SV-5-10'
Benzene 3.0 3.2 ND 31 122 51 ND ND ND ND ND ND 19
RL = Laboratory Reporting Limit
ESL = Environmental Screening Level, Subslab/Soil Gas Vapor Intrusion
ND = Not Detected at or above the Laboratory Reporting Limit
Note: All other VOCs were reported as Not Detected at or above the Laboratory Reporting Limit
VOCs
TABLE II
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Soil Vapor Analytical Results
RL ESL
Volatile Organic Compounds by EPA Method 8260B
Sampling Conducted 07/06/2023
RESULTS (Reported in µg/m^3)
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Site Map
Proposed Residential Property
Northeast Corner of Panama Lane
and Buena Vista Road
APN 544-030-04 (17.54 Acres)
Bakersfield, California
±
0 125 25062.5 US Feet
Subject Site Boundary
Soil Sample
Soil Vapor Sample
Panama LaneBuena Vista RoadSV-3
SV-2
SV-1
SV-4
SV-5
SB-4
SB-3
SB-1
SB-2
Attachment A
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July 7, 2023
Bill Cooper
Krazan & Associates, Inc.
2205 Coy Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93307
Dear Bill:
This letter presents the results of the soil vapor investigation conducted by Optimal Technology
(Optimal), for Krazan & Associates, Inc. on July 6, 2023. The study was performed at the
Northeast corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Road in Bakersfield, California.
Optimal was contracted to perform a soil vapor survey at this site to screen for possible
chlorinated solvents and aromatic hydrocarbons. The primary objective of this soil vapor
investigation was to determine if soil vapor contamination is present in the subsurface soil.
Gas Sampling Method
Gas sampling was performed by hydraulically pushing soil gas probes to a depth of 5.0-10.0 feet
below ground surface (bgs). An electric rotary hammer drill was used to drill a 1.0-inch diameter
hole through the overlying surface to allow probe placement when required. The same electric
hammer drill was used to push probes in areas of resistance during placement.
At each sampling location, an electric vacuum pump set to draw 0.2 liters per minute (L/min) of
soil vapor was attached to the probe and purged prior to sample collection. Vapor samples were
obtained in gas-tight syringes by drawing the sample through a luer-lock connection which
connects the sampling probe and the vacuum pump. Samples were immediately injected into the
gas chromatograph/purge and trap after collection. New tubing was used at each sampling point
to prevent cross contamination.
All analyses were performed on a laboratory grade Agilent model 6890N gas chromatograph
equipped with an Agilent model 5973N Mass Spectra Detector and Tekmar LSC 3100 Purge and
Trap. A Restek column using helium as the carrier gas was used to perform all analysis. All
results were collected on a personal computer utilizing Agilent's MS and chromatographic data
collection and handling system.
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Quality Assurance
5-Point Calibration
The initial five-point calibration consisted of 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 ul injections of the
calibration standard. A calibration factor on each analyte was generated using a best fit line
method using the Agilent data system. If the r2 factor generated from this line was not greater
than 0.990, an additional five-point calibration would have been performed. Method reporting
limits were calculated to be 1-1000 micrograms per cubic meter (ug/m3) for the individual
compounds.
A daily calibration check was performed using a pre-mixed standard supplied by Scotty
Analyzed Gases. The standard contained common halogenated solvents and aromatic
hydrocarbons (see Table 1). The individual compound concentrations in the standards ranged
between 0.025 nanograms per microliter (ng/ul) and 0.25 ng/ul.
TABLE 1
Benzene 1,2-Dichloroethane Tetrachloroethene
Bromomethane 1,1-Dichloroethene Toluene
Carbon Tetrachloride cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 1,1,1-Trichloroethane
Chlorobenzene trans-1,2-Dichloroethene 1,1,2-Trichloroethane
Chloroethane 2,2-Dichloropropane Trichloroethene
Chloromethane Ethylbenzene Trichlorofluoromethane
Chloroform Methylene Chloride Vinyl Chloride
Dibromomethane Styrene m/p-Xylene
Dichlorodifluoromethane 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane o-Xylene
1,1-Dichloroethane 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane Isobutane
Sample Replicates
A replicate analysis (duplicate) was run to evaluate the reproducibility of the sampling system
and instrument. The difference between samples did not vary more than 20%.
Equipment Blanks
Blanks were run at the beginning of each workday and after calibrations. The blanks were
collected using an ambient air sample. These blanks checked the septum, syringe, GC column,
GC detector and the ambient air. Contamination was not found in any of the blanks analyzed
during this investigation. Blank results are given along with the sample results.
Purge Volume
The standard purge volume of three volumes was purged in accordance with the July 2015
DTSC/RWQCB Advisory for Active Soil Gas Investigations.
Tracer Gas Leak Test
A tracer gas was applied to the soil gas probes at each point of connection in which ambient air
could enter the sampling system. These points include the top of the sampling probe where the
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tubing meets the probe connection and the surface bentonite seals. Isobutane was used as the
tracer gas. No Isobutane was found in any of the samples collected.
Shut-in Test
A shut-in test was conducted prior to purging or sampling each location to check for leaks in the
above-ground sampling system. The system was evaluated to a minimum measured vacuum of
100 inches of water. The vacuum gauge was calibrated and sensitive enough to indicate a water
pressure change of at least 0.5 inches.
Scope of Work
To achieve the objective of this investigation using field procedures consistent with the California
Department of Toxic Substance Control’s (DTSC’s) Interim Final Guidance for the Evaluation
and Mitigation of Subsurface Vapor Intrusion to Indoor Air (DTSC Guidance) dated February
2020 a total of 11 vapor samples were collected from 5 locations at the site. Sampling depths,
vacuum readings, purge volume and sampling volumes are given on the analytical results page.
All the collected vapor samples were analyzed on-site using Optimal’s mobile laboratory.
Subsurface Conditions
Subsurface soil conditions offered sampling flows at 0” water vacuum.
Results
During this vapor investigation, four samples contained levels of Benzene ranging from 19 ug/m3
to 122 ug/m3. None of the other compounds listed in Table 1 above were detected above the
listed reporting limits. A complete table of analytical results is included with this report.
Disclaimer
All conclusions presented in this letter are based solely on the information collected by the soil
vapor survey conducted by Optimal Technology. Soil vapor testing is only a subsurface
screening tool and does not represent actual contaminant concentrations in either the soil and/or
groundwater. We enjoyed working with you on this project and look forward to future projects.
If you have any questions, please contact me at (877) 764-5427.
Sincerely,
Attila Baly
Project Manager
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SOIL VAPOR RESULTS
Site Name:NE Corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Rd.,Lab Name:Optimal Technology Date:7/6/23
Bakersfield, CA
Analyst:A. Baly Collector:A. Baly Agilent 6890NF
Method:Modified EPA 8260B Agilent 5973N Mass Spectrometer Page:1 of 2
BLANK-1 SV-1-5 SV-1-10 SV-2-5 SV-2-10 SV-3-5 SV-3-10 SV-4-5
Sampling Depth (Ft.) N/A 5.0 10.0 5.0 10.0 5.0 10.0 5.0
Purge Volume (ml) N/A 1,500 2,250 1,500 2,250 1,500 2,250 1,500
Vacuum (in. of Water)N/A0000000
Injection Volume (ul) 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Dilution Factor 11111111
COMPOUND REP. LIMIT CONC (ug/m3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3)
Benzene 3NDND31 122 51 ND ND ND
Bromomethane 150 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Carbon Tetrachloride 2 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Chlorobenzene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Chloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Chloromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Chloroform 4 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Dibromomethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Dichlorodifluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1-Dichloroethane 50 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,2-Dichloroethane 3 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
1,1-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 200 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
trans-1,2-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
2,2-Dichloropropane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Ethylbenzene 30 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Methylene Chloride 30 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Styrene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane 10 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 1 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Tetrachloroethene (PCE) 10 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Toluene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,1-Trichloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,2-Trichloroethane 5 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Trichloroethene (TCE) 10 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Trichlorofluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Vinyl Chloride 1 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
m/p-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
o-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
TPH-g 5000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Isobutane (Tracer Gas) 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Note: ND = Below Listed Reporting Limit
Inst. ID:
Detector:
SAMPLE ID
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SOIL VAPOR RESULTS
Site Name:NE Corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Rd.,Lab Name:Optimal Technology Date:7/6/23
Bakersfield, CA
Analyst:A. Baly Collector:A. Baly Agilent 6890NF
Method:Modified EPA 8260B Agilent 5973N Mass Spectrometer Page:2 of 2
SV-4-10
SV-4-10
Dup SV-5-5 SV-5-10
Sampling Depth (Ft.) 10.0 10.0 5.0 10.0
Purge Volume (ml) 2,250 2,250 1,500 2,250
Vacuum (in. of Water)0000
Injection Volume (ul) 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Dilution Factor 1111
COMPOUND REP. LIMIT CONC (ug/m3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3)
Benzene 3 NDNDND 19
Bromomethane 150 ND ND ND ND
Carbon Tetrachloride 2 NDNDNDND
Chlorobenzene 1000 ND ND ND ND
Chloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Chloromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Chloroform 4 NDNDNDND
Dibromomethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Dichlorodifluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1-Dichloroethane 50 ND ND ND ND
1,2-Dichloroethane 3 NDNDNDND
1,1-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND
cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 200 ND ND ND ND
trans-1,2-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND
2,2-Dichloropropane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Ethylbenzene 30 ND ND ND ND
Methylene Chloride 30 ND ND ND ND
Styrene 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane 10 ND ND ND ND
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 1 NDNDNDND
Tetrachloroethene (PCE) 10 ND ND ND ND
Toluene 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1,1-Trichloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1,2-Trichloroethane 5 NDNDNDND
Trichloroethene (TCE) 10 ND ND ND ND
Trichlorofluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Vinyl Chloride 1 NDNDNDND
m/p-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND
o-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND
TPH-g 5000 ND ND ND ND
Isobutane (Tracer Gas) 1000 ND ND ND ND
Note: ND = Below Listed Reporting Limit
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Detector:
SAMPLE ID
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Site Name/Number NE Corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Rd.,PO# / Project Ref#
Site Address Bakersfield, CA
Company Name
Contact Person(s): Phone#Email:
Comments:
TESTS REQUIRED (please mark with an "X")
Sample Sampling Date Time Soil Gas Soil Gas Soil Gas
Identification Device Collected Collected Mod 8260B Mod 8021B Mod 8015
BLANK-1 Syringe 7/6/23 8:05 AM x
SV-1-5 Syringe 7/6/23 8:26 AM x
SV-1-10 Syringe 7/6/23 8:45 AM x
SV-2-5 Syringe 7/6/23 9:06 AM x
SV-2-10 Syringe 7/6/23 9:28 AM x
SV-3-5 Syringe 7/6/23 9:50 AM x
SV-3-10 Syringe 7/6/23 10:18 AM x
SV-4-5 Syringe 7/6/23 10:40 AM x
SV-4-10 Syringe 7/6/23 11:06 AM x
SV-4-10 Dup Syringe 7/6/23 11:06 AM x
SV-5-5 Syringe 7/6/23 11:35 AM x
SV-5-10 Syringe 7/6/23 11:54 AM x
Collected & Tested by:
Notes
Attachment B
Date: July 31, 2023
To: Mr. Bill Cooper, P.G.
Environmental Manager
Krazan & Associates, Inc.
2205 Coy Avenue
Bakersfield, California 93307
From: Heriberto Robles, Ph.D., D.A.B.T.
Subject: Vapor Intrusion Risk Evaluation
Vacant Property
Northeast Corner of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road
Bakersfield, California
Introduction
At the request of Krazan & Associates, Inc. (Krazan), Enviro-Tox Services Inc. (Enviro-Tox)
conducted a Vapor Intrusion Risk Evaluation (VIRE) for the vacant property located at the northeast
corner of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road in Bakersfield, California (Site). The purpose of this
VIRE is to assess whether traces of the chemical benzene detected in soil gas under the Site are within
levels considered acceptable to California health and environmental protection agencies.
Soil Gas Survey
On July 6, 2023, using a mobile laboratory/drilling contractor (Optimal Technology), five temporary
soil vapor probes were advanced at the Site to a depth of 5 and 10 feet below ground surface (bgs). Eleven
soil gas samples were collected and analyzed for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) by United States
Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Method 8260B. Optimal conducted the sampling in
accordance with DTSC Guidance (2023). The only chemical detected in soil gas was benzene. A copy
of the laboratory analytical report is included in Attachment A.
Vapor Intrusion Risk Evaluation Methodology
Risk characterization involves estimating the magnitude of the potential adverse health effects that
could occur due to chronic, long-term exposure to chemicals identified in soil gas at the site. The risk
characterization is based on the results of the dose-response (toxicity) and exposure assessment.
It is known that chemicals may migrate through environmental media from their source to a point
where human receptors may be exposed. Therefore, it was necessary to determine if the detected
benzene – given its residual concentrations, locations, soil physical characteristics, weather conditions,
etc. – could potentially migrate up to the surface (where human receptors may be exposed).
Screening-level models were used to predict indoor air concentrations that may result from the
chemical vapors potentially released from soil gas under the Site. The estimated vapor flux and indoor
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air concentrations were then used to compute potential health risks that may result from onsite
exposures. For the purposes of this evaluation, it was assumed that the land use could be residential.
The only exposure pathway that was considered complete was the volatilization of benzene from soil
gas and the subsequent emission to indoor air.
In this evaluation, the maximum benzene concentration detected (122 micrograms per cubic meter
[ug/m3]) was considered representative of the prevailing benzene concentrations present in soil gas
under the Site.
The DTSC guidance recommends that multiple lines of evidence be used when evaluating the potential
risk and hazards posed by vapor intrusion. DTSC recommends that the indoor air chemical
concentrations that can result from vapor intrusion be estimated using the following equation:
𝐴𝐹= 𝐶!"#$$%
𝐶&$!’ )*&
Where:
AF = Attenuation factor (unitless)
Cindoor = Indoor air concentration (ug/m3)
Csoil gas = Soil gas concentration (ug/m3)
Using the above equation, the indoor air chemical concentration can be estimated by multiplying the
known soil gas concentration by the default attenuation factor (AF). In accordance with the DTSC’s
Supplemental Vapor Intrusion Guidance, a default AF of 0.003 was used in the evaluation. This AF
was derived from the general default AF of 0.03 and the additional AF of 0.1 recommended for
petroleum-derived chemicals in Attachment 2 of the DTSC (2023) guidance. The estimated indoor
air benzene concentration is presented in Table 1.
Risk Characterization
This section describes the methods used to quantify the exposure concentration (EC) for potential
receptors at a hypothetical onsite building. The estimated benzene EC was used to estimate the
potential for carcinogenic health risks and non-carcinogenic adverse health effects. The potential
inhalation exposures were calculated using the following equation (USEPA, 2009):
Where:
EC = Exposure concentration, ug/m3
CA = Chemical concentration in air, ug/m3
ET = Exposure time, hours/day
EF = Exposure frequency, days/year
€
EC = CA • ET • EF • ED
AT
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ED = Exposure duration, years
AT = Averaging time, hours (used the equivalent of 70 years for carcinogens and the
same value as ED for non-carcinogens).
Inhalation intake factors were combined with the estimated benzene indoor air concentration (CA;
Table 1) to obtain the exposure concentration for hypothetical onsite receptors. Exposure parameters
used to characterize hypothetical residential receptors are presented in Table 2. Default exposure
parameters were taken from DTSC (2019) guidance.
Non-Carcinogenic Health Hazard Evaluation
The evaluation of non-carcinogenic health hazards began with a calculation of the hazard quotient or
HQ for each chemical. The HQ is defined as the ratio of the exposure concentration (EC) to the
reference concentration (RfC). The HQ can be expressed according to the following equation:
Where:
HQ = Hazard quotient, unitless
EC = Exposure concentration, ug/m3
RfC = Reference concentration, ug/m3
The estimated HQ was compared to an acceptable hazard level. Implicit in the HQ is the assumption
of a threshold level of exposure below which no adverse effects are expected to occur. For example,
if the HQ exceeds unity (because site-specific exposure exceeds the RfC), then the potential for non-
cancer adverse effects may exist. In general, the greater the value above 1.0, the greater the potential
hazard. In contrast, HQs of less than 1.0 indicate that no adverse health effects are expected to occur
from exposure to chemicals at the Site.
According to the USEPA (1989), if the HQ is less than 1, there is no concern for potential chronic
adverse health effects from the chemical exposures. The HQ estimated for benzene was 0.1 (Table 3).
This estimated HQ is considered acceptable to California health and environmental protection
agencies.
Cancer Risk Estimates
The cancer risk was estimated as the incremental probability of an individual developing cancer over
a lifetime as a result of exposure to a potential carcinogen (i.e., incremental or excess individual
lifetime cancer risk; USEPA, 1989). The cancer risk was calculated in accordance with DTSC (2015)
and USEPA (1989) guidelines.
Where:
Risk = Upper bound incremental lifetime carcinogenic risk, unitless
EC = Exposure concentration, ug/m3
€
HQ = EC
RfC
€
Risk = EC • IUR
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IUR = Inhalation unit risk, (ug/m3)-1
The excess cancer risk was compared to the risk level considered acceptable by federal and state
regulatory agencies. The target cancer risk level identified by the DTSC in the Preliminary
Endangerment Assessment (PEA) Guidance Manual is 1 in 1 million (1.0E-06). However, the USEPA
has established acceptable incremental cancer risk levels to be within the risk range of 1 in 10,000
(1.0E-04) and 1.0E-06; risks greater than 1.0E-04 are generally considered unacceptable.
Using the maximum detected benzene concentration, the cancer risk was estimated to be 4E-06
(Table 4). This estimated cancer risk is slightly higher than the cancer risk benchmark value of 1E-06
established by the DTSC (2015) for unrestricted land use.
Conclusions and Recommendations
Krazan’s soil gas survey results indicated that only traces of benzene remain in soil gas at the Site
(Attachment A). Most of the detections were found at a depth of 10 feet bgs and only one of five
samples collected at a depth of five feet bgs contained benzene at detectable concentrations
(Attachment A).
The potential for benzene vapor intrusion into a hypothetical residential building was evaluated in this
VIRE. The maximum cancer risk estimated to result from unmitigated vapor intrusion into a
hypothetical residential building was 4E-06. This estimated cancer risk is well below the known
cancer risk for the United States population and slightly exceeds the cancer risk benchmark of 1E-06
established by the DTSC (2015) for unrestricted land use. The estimated non-cancer hazard was within
levels considered acceptable to California health and environmental protection agencies.
It should be noted that the lateral extent of benzene impacts is limited to the area immediately around
soil gas sample SV-2 as only this sample contained benzene at detectable concentrations (Attachment
A). Furthermore, benzene is a chemical commonly found in urban environments and is subject to
biodegradation (Cal-EPA, 2023). Since the vertical and lateral extent of benzene impacts are limited
to a small area and volume of soil, the benzene emissions from such a small area are likely to attenuate
overtime down to insignificant levels.
This VIRE was based on conservative (health-protective) assumptions, estimates, models, and
parameters. Therefore, the results are not absolute estimates of health risks at the Site but are
health-protective estimates.
The conclusions and recommendations presented in this report are professional opinions based solely
upon the data described in this report. They are intended exclusively for the purpose outlined herein
and the property’s location and project indicated. The scope of services performed in the execution
of this investigation may not be appropriate to satisfy the needs of users other than Krazan and its
client. Any use or reuse of this document or the findings, conclusions, or recommendations presented
herein is at the sole risk of said user.
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No express or implied representation or warranty is included or intended in this report except that the
work was performed within the limits prescribed by Krazan with the customary thoroughness and
competence of professionals working in the same area on similar projects.
Attachments
Table 1. Indoor Air Concentrations Estimated Using an Attenuation Factor of 0.003
Table 2. Exposure Parameters for Onsite Receptors
Table 3. Health Hazards from Inhalation of Indoor Air
Table 4. Cancer Risks from Inhalation of Indoor Air
Attachment A – Optimal Technologies Laboratory Report
References
DTSC. 2011. Interim Final, Guidance for the Evaluation and Mitigation of Subsurface Vapor
Intrusion to Indoor Air. February.
DTSC. 2015. Preliminary Endangerment Assessment Guidance Manual. State of California
Environmental Protection Agency, Sacramento, California.
DTSC. 2019. HERO HHRA Note Number: 1, Default HHRA Exposure Parameters.
DTSC. 2023. Supplemental Guidance: Screening and Evaluating Vapor Intrusion. Final Draft.
February.
USEPA. 1989. Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund: Volume I - Human Health Evaluation
Manual (Part A). Office of Emergency and Remedial Response. Washington, D.C.
USEPA. 2009. Risk Assessment Guidance for Superfund, Volume I: Human Health Evaluation
Manual (Part F, Supplemental Guidance for Inhalation Risk Assessment). EPA-540-R-070-
002. Final. January.
This memorandum was prepared by:
Enviro-Tox Services, Inc.
____________________________
Heriberto Robles, Ph. D., D.A.B.T.
Principal Toxicologist
TABLES
Benzene 71432 122 3.66E-01
Notes:
Attenuation factor (unitless) =0.003
µg/m3 = micrograms per cubic meter
NA = Not applicable or not available
Chemical of
Potential
Concern (COPC)
CAS
Number
Maximum Detected Soil Gas
Concentration
(µg/m3)
Estimated Indoor Chemical
Air Concentration (ug/m3)
Table 1
Indoor Air Concentrations
Estimated Using a Default Attenuation Factor of 0.003
Northeast Corner of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road
Bakersfield, California
Exposure Parameters
Adult Resident Child Resident Source
Chemical Concentration in Air (CA)----chemical-specific
Exposure Frequency (EF)days/year 350 350 HERO 2019
Exposure Duration (ED)years 20 6 HERO 2019
Exposure Time (ET)hr/day 24 24 Default
Averaging Time for Noncarcinogens (ATn)hours 175,200 52,560 USEPA 2009
Averaging Time for Carcinogens (ATc)hours 613,200 613,200 USEPA 2009
Table 2
Exposure Parameters for Onsite Receptors
Northeast Corner of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road
Bakersfield, California
Exposure/Site Specific Parameters Units
Residential Exposure Scenario
Hazard index
(unitless)
Adult Res.Child Res.Child Res.
Benzene 3.7E-01 3.0E+00 4.E-01 4.E-01 1.E-01
Notes:
Hazard Quotients estimated assuming a Vapor Intrusion Attenuation Factor of 0.003.
COPC Indoor Air
Conc. (ug/m3)
Inhalation
Reference
Dose (ug/m3)
Table 3
Health Hazards from Inhalation of Indoor Air
Estimated Using a Default Attenuation Factor of 0.003
Northeast Corner of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road
Bakersfield, California
Average Exposure Conc_nc
(ug/m3)
Residential Exposure Scenario
Adult
Resident
Child
Resident
Adult & Child
Resident
Benzene 3.7E-01 2.9E-05 1.E-01 3.E-02 4.E-06
Notes:
Cancer risks estimated assuming a Vapor Intrusion Attenuation Factor of 0.003.
COPC
Table 4
Cancer Risks from Inhalation of Indoor Air
Estimated Using a Default Attenuation Factor of 0.003
Northeast Corner of Panama Lane and Buena Vista Road
Bakersfield, California
Indoor Air
Chemical
Conc.
(ug/m3)
Inhalation
Slope Factor
(ug/m3)-1
Lifetime Exposure Conc_c
(ug/m3)
Cancer Risk
(Unitless)
ATTACHMENTS
ATTACHMENT A
Optimal Technologies Laboratory Report
1667 Cross Bridge Place, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Toll Free (877) SOIL GAS (764-5427) • (818) 734-6230 • Fax (818) 734-62352369 Rutland Place, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Toll Free (877) SOIL GAS (764-5427) • (818) 734-6230 • Fax (818) 734-6235
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Bill Cooper
Krazan & Associates, Inc.
2205 Coy Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93307
Dear Bill:
This letter presents the results of the soil vapor investigation conducted by Optimal Technology
(Optimal), for Krazan & Associates, Inc. on July 6, 2023. The study was performed at the
Northeast corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Road in Bakersfield, California.
Optimal was contracted to perform a soil vapor survey at this site to screen for possible
chlorinated solvents and aromatic hydrocarbons. The primary objective of this soil vapor
investigation was to determine if soil vapor contamination is present in the subsurface soil.
Gas Sampling Method
Gas sampling was performed by hydraulically pushing soil gas probes to a depth of 5.0-10.0 feet
below ground surface (bgs). An electric rotary hammer drill was used to drill a 1.0-inch diameter
hole through the overlying surface to allow probe placement when required. The same electric
hammer drill was used to push probes in areas of resistance during placement.
At each sampling location, an electric vacuum pump set to draw 0.2 liters per minute (L/min) of
soil vapor was attached to the probe and purged prior to sample collection. Vapor samples were
obtained in gas-tight syringes by drawing the sample through a luer-lock connection which
connects the sampling probe and the vacuum pump. Samples were immediately injected into the
gas chromatograph/purge and trap after collection. New tubing was used at each sampling point
to prevent cross contamination.
All analyses were performed on a laboratory grade Agilent model 6890N gas chromatograph
equipped with an Agilent model 5973N Mass Spectra Detector and Tekmar LSC 3100 Purge and
Trap. A Restek column using helium as the carrier gas was used to perform all analysis. All
results were collected on a personal computer utilizing Agilent's MS and chromatographic data
collection and handling system.
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Quality Assurance
5-Point Calibration
The initial five-point calibration consisted of 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 ul injections of the
calibration standard. A calibration factor on each analyte was generated using a best fit line
method using the Agilent data system. If the r2 factor generated from this line was not greater
than 0.990, an additional five-point calibration would have been performed. Method reporting
limits were calculated to be 1-1000 micrograms per cubic meter (ug/m3) for the individual
compounds.
A daily calibration check was performed using a pre-mixed standard supplied by Scotty
Analyzed Gases. The standard contained common halogenated solvents and aromatic
hydrocarbons (see Table 1). The individual compound concentrations in the standards ranged
between 0.025 nanograms per microliter (ng/ul) and 0.25 ng/ul.
TABLE 1
Benzene 1,2-Dichloroethane Tetrachloroethene
Bromomethane 1,1-Dichloroethene Toluene
Carbon Tetrachloride cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 1,1,1-Trichloroethane
Chlorobenzene trans-1,2-Dichloroethene 1,1,2-Trichloroethane
Chloroethane 2,2-Dichloropropane Trichloroethene
Chloromethane Ethylbenzene Trichlorofluoromethane
Chloroform Methylene Chloride Vinyl Chloride
Dibromomethane Styrene m/p-Xylene
Dichlorodifluoromethane 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane o-Xylene
1,1-Dichloroethane 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane Isobutane
Sample Replicates
A replicate analysis (duplicate) was run to evaluate the reproducibility of the sampling system
and instrument. The difference between samples did not vary more than 20%.
Equipment Blanks
Blanks were run at the beginning of each workday and after calibrations. The blanks were
collected using an ambient air sample. These blanks checked the septum, syringe, GC column,
GC detector and the ambient air. Contamination was not found in any of the blanks analyzed
during this investigation. Blank results are given along with the sample results.
Purge Volume
The standard purge volume of three volumes was purged in accordance with the July 2015
DTSC/RWQCB Advisory for Active Soil Gas Investigations.
Tracer Gas Leak Test
A tracer gas was applied to the soil gas probes at each point of connection in which ambient air
could enter the sampling system. These points include the top of the sampling probe where the
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tubing meets the probe connection and the surface bentonite seals. Isobutane was used as the
tracer gas. No Isobutane was found in any of the samples collected.
Shut-in Test
A shut-in test was conducted prior to purging or sampling each location to check for leaks in the
above-ground sampling system. The system was evaluated to a minimum measured vacuum of
100 inches of water. The vacuum gauge was calibrated and sensitive enough to indicate a water
pressure change of at least 0.5 inches.
Scope of Work
To achieve the objective of this investigation using field procedures consistent with the California
Department of Toxic Substance Control’s (DTSC’s) Interim Final Guidance for the Evaluation
and Mitigation of Subsurface Vapor Intrusion to Indoor Air (DTSC Guidance) dated February
2020 a total of 11 vapor samples were collected from 5 locations at the site. Sampling depths,
vacuum readings, purge volume and sampling volumes are given on the analytical results page.
All the collected vapor samples were analyzed on-site using Optimal’s mobile laboratory.
Subsurface Conditions
Subsurface soil conditions offered sampling flows at 0” water vacuum.
Results
During this vapor investigation, four samples contained levels of Benzene ranging from 19 ug/m3
to 122 ug/m3. None of the other compounds listed in Table 1 above were detected above the
listed reporting limits. A complete table of analytical results is included with this report.
Disclaimer
All conclusions presented in this letter are based solely on the information collected by the soil
vapor survey conducted by Optimal Technology. Soil vapor testing is only a subsurface
screening tool and does not represent actual contaminant concentrations in either the soil and/or
groundwater. We enjoyed working with you on this project and look forward to future projects.
If you have any questions, please contact me at (877) 764-5427.
Sincerely,
Attila Baly
Project Manager
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SOIL VAPOR RESULTS
Site Name:NE Corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Rd.,Lab Name:Optimal Technology Date:7/6/23
Bakersfield, CA
Analyst:A. Baly Collector:A. Baly Agilent 6890NF
Method:Modified EPA 8260B Agilent 5973N Mass Spectrometer Page:1 of 2
BLANK-1 SV-1-5 SV-1-10 SV-2-5 SV-2-10 SV-3-5 SV-3-10 SV-4-5
Sampling Depth (Ft.) N/A 5.0 10.0 5.0 10.0 5.0 10.0 5.0
Purge Volume (ml) N/A 1,500 2,250 1,500 2,250 1,500 2,250 1,500
Vacuum (in. of Water)N/A0000000
Injection Volume (ul) 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Dilution Factor 11111111
COMPOUND REP. LIMIT CONC (ug/m3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3)
Benzene 3NDND31 122 51 ND ND ND
Bromomethane 150 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Carbon Tetrachloride 2 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Chlorobenzene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Chloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Chloromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Chloroform 4 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Dibromomethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Dichlorodifluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1-Dichloroethane 50 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,2-Dichloroethane 3 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
1,1-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 200 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
trans-1,2-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
2,2-Dichloropropane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Ethylbenzene 30 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Methylene Chloride 30 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Styrene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane 10 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 1 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Tetrachloroethene (PCE) 10 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Toluene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,1-Trichloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
1,1,2-Trichloroethane 5 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
Trichloroethene (TCE) 10 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Trichlorofluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Vinyl Chloride 1 NDNDNDNDNDNDNDND
m/p-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
o-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
TPH-g 5000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Isobutane (Tracer Gas) 1000 ND ND ND ND ND ND ND ND
Note: ND = Below Listed Reporting Limit
Inst. ID:
Detector:
SAMPLE ID
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SOIL VAPOR RESULTS
Site Name:NE Corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Rd.,Lab Name:Optimal Technology Date:7/6/23
Bakersfield, CA
Analyst:A. Baly Collector:A. Baly Agilent 6890NF
Method:Modified EPA 8260B Agilent 5973N Mass Spectrometer Page:2 of 2
SV-4-10
SV-4-10
Dup SV-5-5 SV-5-10
Sampling Depth (Ft.) 10.0 10.0 5.0 10.0
Purge Volume (ml) 2,250 2,250 1,500 2,250
Vacuum (in. of Water)0000
Injection Volume (ul) 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000
Dilution Factor 1111
COMPOUND REP. LIMIT CONC (ug/m3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3) CONC (ug/m
3)
Benzene 3 NDNDND 19
Bromomethane 150 ND ND ND ND
Carbon Tetrachloride 2 NDNDNDND
Chlorobenzene 1000 ND ND ND ND
Chloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Chloromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Chloroform 4 NDNDNDND
Dibromomethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Dichlorodifluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1-Dichloroethane 50 ND ND ND ND
1,2-Dichloroethane 3 NDNDNDND
1,1-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND
cis-1,2-Dichloroethene 200 ND ND ND ND
trans-1,2-Dichloroethene 1000 ND ND ND ND
2,2-Dichloropropane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Ethylbenzene 30 ND ND ND ND
Methylene Chloride 30 ND ND ND ND
Styrene 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane 10 ND ND ND ND
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 1 NDNDNDND
Tetrachloroethene (PCE) 10 ND ND ND ND
Toluene 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1,1-Trichloroethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
1,1,2-Trichloroethane 5 NDNDNDND
Trichloroethene (TCE) 10 ND ND ND ND
Trichlorofluoromethane 1000 ND ND ND ND
Vinyl Chloride 1 NDNDNDND
m/p-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND
o-Xylene 1000 ND ND ND ND
TPH-g 5000 ND ND ND ND
Isobutane (Tracer Gas) 1000 ND ND ND ND
Note: ND = Below Listed Reporting Limit
Inst. ID:
Detector:
SAMPLE ID
1667 Cross Bridge Place, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Toll Free (877) SOIL GAS (764-5427) • (818) 734-6230 • Fax (818) 734-62352369 Rutland Place, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Toll Free (877) SOIL GAS (764-5427) • (818) 734-6230 • Fax (818) 734-6235
OPTIMAL TECHNOLOGYSpecializing in Environmental Field Services
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CHAIN OF CUSTODY FORM
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Site Name/Number NE Corner of Panama Lane & Buena Vista Rd.,PO# / Project Ref#
Site Address Bakersfield, CA
Company Name
Contact Person(s): Phone#Email:
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TESTS REQUIRED (please mark with an "X")
Sample Sampling Date Time Soil Gas Soil Gas Soil Gas
Identification Device Collected Collected Mod 8260B Mod 8021B Mod 8015
BLANK-1 Syringe 7/6/23 8:05 AM x
SV-1-5 Syringe 7/6/23 8:26 AM x
SV-1-10 Syringe 7/6/23 8:45 AM x
SV-2-5 Syringe 7/6/23 9:06 AM x
SV-2-10 Syringe 7/6/23 9:28 AM x
SV-3-5 Syringe 7/6/23 9:50 AM x
SV-3-10 Syringe 7/6/23 10:18 AM x
SV-4-5 Syringe 7/6/23 10:40 AM x
SV-4-10 Syringe 7/6/23 11:06 AM x
SV-4-10 Dup Syringe 7/6/23 11:06 AM x
SV-5-5 Syringe 7/6/23 11:35 AM x
SV-5-10 Syringe 7/6/23 11:54 AM x
Collected & Tested by:
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