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Sangamon Right of Way Photo Slide Show

Sangamon Right of Way Photo slideshow

 
  • The topsoil was hydro seeded at the end of the action.

  • The excavated areas were backfilled with 18 inches of stone and 6 inches of topsoil.

  • The excavated areas were backfilled with 18 inches of stone and 6 inches of topsoil.

  • EPA will oversee removal action by BNSF along the Sangamon right-of-way between 18th and 21st Streets. The right-of-way runs between private properties on the east (left) and the city sidewalk or street to the west (right).

  • Fencing being installed bordering the area between Cullerton and 21st Street along the right of way. Fencing will prevent access to the cleanup areas.

  • Loading contaminated soil onto truck for disposal

    Loading contaminated soil onto truck for disposal

  • Adding and blending of treatment product into hazardous  lead area

    Adding and blending of treatment product into hazardous lead area

  • Removal of BNSF steel rails and ties between 16th and 18th Streets

    Removal of BNSF steel rails and ties between 16th and 18th Streets

  • Grading of gravel across the site

    Grading of gravel across the site

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Last updated on April 3, 2024
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