{"id":751,"date":"2012-04-03T20:59:05","date_gmt":"2012-04-03T20:59:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/?page_id=751"},"modified":"2018-08-06T20:53:28","modified_gmt":"2018-08-06T20:53:28","slug":"laurel-hill-park-wetland-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/meri.njmeadowlands.gov\/mesic\/sites\/candidate-restoration-sites\/laurel-hill-park-wetland-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Laurel Hill Park Wetland"},"content":{"rendered":"

Category<\/strong>: Candidate Restoration\/Preservation Site \"Laurel<\/a><\/p>\n

Location<\/strong>: Adjacent to Laurel Hill Park, east of the Hackensack River, north of the Penn-Central Northeast(AMTRAK), and south of the New Jersey Turnpike – Eastern Spur in Secaucus, Hudson County.<\/p>\n

Latitude\/Longitude<\/strong>: 40.75603\/-74.08950<\/p>\n

Current Land Use<\/strong>: Tidal marsh and public park<\/p>\n

Size<\/strong>: 20 acres<\/p>\n

Current Ownership<\/strong>: Hudson County<\/p>\n

Site Description<\/strong>: Laurel Hill Park Wetland is surrounded by rail lines and highways. The site is dominated by common reed (Phragmites australis<\/em>) interspersed with pockets of saltmarsh hay (Spartina patens<\/em>). Tidal waters enter the site directly from the Hackensack River.<\/p>\n

Existing Site-Specific Data Inventory<\/strong><\/p>\n

A. Survey, Maps, and GIS<\/strong><\/p>\n

HMD regional data exists inclusive of this site. General site conditions were examined in a 1994 environmental assessment.<\/p>\n

B. Real Estate\/Ownership<\/strong><\/p>\n

Owned by Hudson County.<\/p>\n

C. Site History & Land Use<\/strong><\/p>\n

General site history information was compiled in 1994. Site-specific land use information developed in 1981.<\/p>\n

D. Biological Studies – Fauna<\/strong><\/p>\n

General baseline data was collected for a 1994 environmental assessment.<\/p>\n

E. Biological Studies – General Environmental<\/strong><\/p>\n

General baseline data was collected for a 1994 environmental assessment. A JD was issued in 1995.<\/p>\n

F. Geotechnical<\/strong><\/p>\n

General site history information was compiled in 1994. Site-specific geologic information developed in 1981.<\/p>\n

G. Hydraulics and Hydrology<\/strong><\/p>\n

General baseline data was collected for a 1994 environmental assessment.<\/p>\n

H. Water and Sediments<\/strong><\/p>\n

General baseline data was collected for a 1994 environmental assessment.<\/p>\n

I. Historical\/Cultural Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n

General baseline data was collected for a 1994 environmental assessment.<\/p>\n

J. Restoration\/Remediation Design Plans<\/strong><\/p>\n

A conceptual wetland mitigation plan was developed in 1994.<\/p>\n

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Site Reports<\/h2>\n

Site #17 \u2013 Laurel Hill Park Wetland<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Category<\/strong>: Candidate Restoration\/Preservation Site<\/p>\n

Location<\/strong>: Adjacent to Laurel Hill Park, east of the Hackensack River, north of the Penn-Central Northeast Corridor (AMTRAK), and south of the New Jersey Turnpike \u2013 Eastern Spur in Secaucus, Hudson County.<\/p>\n

Latitude\/Longitude<\/strong>: 40.75603 \/ -74.08950<\/p>\n

Current Land Use<\/strong>: Tidal marsh and public park<\/p>\n

Size<\/strong>: 20 acres<\/p>\n

Current Ownership<\/strong>: Hudson County<\/p>\n

Site Description<\/strong>: Laurel Hill Park Wetland is surrounded by rail lines and highways. The site is dominated by common reed (Phragmites australis<\/em>) interspersed with pockets of saltmarsh hay (Spartina patens<\/em>). Tidal waters enter the site directly from the Hackensack River.<\/p>\n

Existing Site Specific Data Inventory<\/strong><\/p>\n

* \u2013 Report repeated under multiple data categories and\/or sites.<\/p>\n

A.\u00a0 Survey, Maps, and GIS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Relevant survey, mapping, and GIS data for the Meadowlands can be found in the Meadowlands-wide site report under data category A.<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

B.\u00a0\u00a0 Real Estate\/Ownership<\/strong><\/p>\n

Laurel Hill Park Wetland is owned by Hudson County.<\/p>\n

C.\u00a0 Site History & Land Use<\/strong><\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Facciolla, Nicholas W. Minerals of Laurel Hill. 1981. [1a]<\/sup><\/strong> A compilation of information regarding the area currently known as Laurel Hill in Secaucus. Specifically, there is a chapter on the history, geology, and mineralogy of Snake Hill.<\/p>\n

D.\u00a0 Biological Studies \u2013 Fauna<\/strong><\/p>\n

4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

E.\u00a0\u00a0 Biological Studies \u2013 General Environmental<\/strong><\/p>\n

5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 USACE. Jurisdictional Determination: Laurel Hill Park (Application. No. 1995-03220). 8\/15\/1995. [2]<\/sup><\/strong> A jurisdictional determination was performed by the USACE in 1995 for Laurel Hill Park.<\/p>\n

F.\u00a0\u00a0 Geotechnical <\/strong><\/p>\n

7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Facciolla, Nicholas W. Minerals of Laurel Hill. 1981. [1a]<\/sup><\/strong> A compilation of information regarding the area currently known as Laurel Hill in Secaucus. Specifically, there is a chapter on the history, geology, and mineralogy of Snake Hill.<\/p>\n

G.\u00a0 Hydraulics and Hydrology<\/strong><\/p>\n

9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

H.\u00a0 Water and Sediments<\/strong><\/p>\n

10.\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Historical\/Cultural Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n

11.\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

J.\u00a0\u00a0 Restoration\/Remediation Design Plans<\/strong><\/p>\n

12.\u00a0 *Edwards and Kelcey, Inc. Environmental Assessment Report for NJ Transit\u2019s Proposed Secaucus Transfer Station: Northeast Corridor Track Modifications and Main Line Improvements. 1994. <\/strong>[1a]<\/sup><\/strong>Environmental assessment consisting of: 1) description of proposed project and need; 2) alternative analysis; and 3) environmental impacts of the project. The environmental impacts investigated include land acquisitions, land use\/zoning, air quality, soil contamination, water quality, groundwater, storm water\/flooding, wetlands, ecologically sensitive areas, wildlife\/vegetation, endangered species, and geology. Discusses two potential sites for conceptual wetland mitigation. Includes requisite state and federal permits, as well as a Federal Transit Administration Finding of No Significant Impact was also included. (Appendices D through J are missing.)<\/p>\n

K. Bibliographic Updates\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/b><\/p>\n

Site #17: Laurel Hill Park Wetland<\/a><\/p>\n

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