Semi-Annual Environmental Monitoring Report for CCRIP, January-June 2016
Project Number: 45084 Full Country Name: Bangladesh Financed by the: ADB, KfW, IFAD and Government of Bangladesh
Prepared by : Local Government Engineering Department, Govt. of Bangladesh
For : Asian Development Bank
JUNE 2016
SEMI-ANNUAL ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING REPORT
FOR
COASTAL CLIMATE RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT (CCRIP)
Semi-Annual Environmental Monitoring Report for CCRIP, January-June 2016
Table of Contents
Executive Summary _________________________________________________________ 1
Chapter 1: Project Background ______________________________________________ 6
1.1 Introduction ______________________________________________________________ 6
1.2 Physical Progress __________________________________________________________ 7
1.2.1 Scope of Monitoring _____________________________________________________________ 7
1.2.2 Physical Progress of Project Activities ______________________________________________ 9
1.2.3 Reporting Period ________________________________________________________________ 9
1.2.4 Monitoring Requirements _________________________________________________________ 9
1.3 Changes in project scope ____________________________________________________ 9
Chapter 2: Environmental Monitoring _________________________________________ 11
2.1 Environmental Monitoring based on EMP _____________________________________ 11
2.2 ADB Review Mission on Environmental Safeguards _____________________________ 29
Chapter 3: Results of Environmental Monitoring and Compliance Measures ___________ 31
Chapter 4: Recommendation and Conclusion ___________________________________ 41
ANNEX A _______________________________________________________________ 42
Analytical results of Ground Water Samples analysed in the Laboratory of Department of Soil, Water and Environment of University of Dhaka _____________________________ 42
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Executive Summary
Coastal Climate Resilient Infrastructure Project (CCRIP) financed by Asian Development Bank (ADB), KreditanstaltfürWiederaufbau (KfW) and International Fund for Agriculture Development under Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) formally started in 28 February 2013 to increase rural incomes and reduce rural poverty through sustainable economic growth, rural development, social & gender development and improved infrastructure in the project area to be completed by 30 June 2019. This project will promote overall development of the transportation system by constructing, improving and rehabilitating Upazila & Union roads and road structures (brides/culverts), development of growth centres and Cyclone Shelter.
The key components of the projects are: (a) Improved Road Connectivity; (b) Improved Market Services and (c) Enhanced climate change adaptation capacity.
CCRIP is specially designed for the development of climate resilient infrastructure including roads, bridges and culverts, cyclone shelters and killas, ghats and markets. The project is contributing significantly in employment creation and poverty alleviation specially for LCS member. CCRIP has made substantial progress towards achieving its targets. All the activities of the project are expected to be completed within the stipulated time.
The subprojects of CCRIP will have some small and localized adverse environmental impact only during construction period which can be mitigated by the appropriate mitigation measures proposed in the environmental management plan (EMP). Adverse environmental impacts due to the project are not significant. The project addressing environmental safeguard issues proposed in the EMP prepared for different component of the project.
Environmental monitoring of different parameters of some specific environmental components have been carried out in the implementation of CCRIP project. Monitoring results compared against the objectives of environmental safeguard or desired outcomes are presented in this chapter.
Based on the changed ‘Sample Table of Contents for environmental monitoring report {(Title: Semi/ Annual Environmental Monitoring Report) of ADB, quantative and qualitative monitoring data (e.g, pollution data of water, air, soil, noise, etc.,) having some specific monitoring parameters/indicators (e.g., DO, PH, BOD, COD, etc. for water and so on)} some changes in environmental monitoring has been carried out to examine ground water quality and noise level in 12 sample construction sites/ camps of 12 subprojects of the project (Table 1) during the reporting period. Ground water samles are analysed in the Laboratory of Department of Soil, Water & Environment of Dhaka University. Summary of ground water analytical report is presented in Table 2.
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Table 1: Subprojects for ground water and noise level monitoring
SL. No. Subproject Name Remarks
1 Alaipur Bazar Large Rural Market, Rupsa Upazila, Khulna Khulna Region
2 Abduler Mor R&H- Majhirgati GC Upazila Road, Terokhada Upazila, Khulna
Khulna Region
3 Depara Bazar Large Rural Market, Bagerhat Sadar Upazila, Bagerhat
Khulna Region
4 Gozalia Bazar Large Rural Market, Kachua Upazila, Bagerhat
Khulna Region
5 Naikathi Hat Large Rural Market, Jhalokati Sadar Upazila, Jhalokati
Barisal Region
6 39m Bridge construction, Jhalokati Sadar Upazila, Jhalokati
Barisal Region
7 Mollarhat Bazar Large Rural Market, Nalcity Upazila, Jhalokati
Barisal Region
8 Upazila Road from Dapdapya Feri Ghat to---, Nalcity Upazila, Jhalokati
Barisal Region
9 Dashe Jungle Large Rural Market, Gosairhat Upazila, Shariatpur
Madaripur Region
10 Upazila Road from Damudya to Daser Junge growth centre, Damudya Upazila, Shariatpur
Madaripur Region
11 Upazila Road of Noria Bot tola, Noria Upazila, Shariatpur Madaripur Region
12 Chandpur Bazar Large Rural Market, Shariatpur Sadar Upazila, Shariatpur
Madaripur Region
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Table 2: Laboratory analysis of ground water
Sl No
Subproject and ground water (GW) sample locations
Analytical results pH EC
µS/cm
Salinity (ppt) (%0)
DO (mg/L)
TDS (mg/L)
TSS (mg/L)
Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/L)
Iron (Fe) (mg/L)
1. Alaipur Bazar Large Rural Market, Rupsa, Khulna (GW): TW of Alaipur Bazar Banik Samitee Office
6.82 4879 0.24 4.85 2420 Nil 546 Nil
2. Abduler Mor R&H- Majhirgati GC Upazila Road, Terokhada, Khulna GW: TW of Abbas Ali, Nishipur, Terokhada, Khulna
7.21 1848 0.08 4.87 795 Nil 362 Nil
3. Depara Bazar LRM, Bagerhat Sadar, Bagerhat GW: TW of Omor Faruk Khan, Purbo Depara Bazar, Bagerhat
6.80 4043 0.17 4.03 1668 3.0 630 0.595
4. Gozalia LRM, Kachua, Bagerhat GW: TW of Gozalia Bazar Jame Mosjid
7.16 1460 0.06 4.83 638 3.0 281 0.039
5. Naikathi Hat LRM, Jhalokati GW: TW of Naikati Hat Jame Mosjid
7.61 1233 0.05 4.29 542 Nil 48 0.118
6. 39m Bridge construction, Jhalokati GW: TW of Masterer Bari
7.33 1511 0.07 4.21 655 Nil 24 Nil
7. Mollarhat LRM, Nalcity, Jhalokati GW: TW of Mollarhat Bazar Jame Mosjid
7.12 1052 0.05 4.36 463 Nil 36 Nil
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Sl No
Subproject and ground water (GW) sample locations
Analytical results pH EC
µS/cm
Salinity (ppt) (%0)
DO (mg/L)
TDS (mg/L)
TSS (mg/L)
Total Hardness as CaCO3 (mg/L)
Iron (Fe) (mg/L)
8. Upazila Road from Dapdapya Feri Ghat to--- GW: TW of Purbo char govt Pri. School
7.53 2014 0.09 5.38 924 Nil 98 Nil
9. Dashe Jungle LRM, Gosairhat, Shariatpur GW: TW of Daser Jungle LRM Chourasta
7.32 1538 0.07 5.23 666 Nil 270 Nil
10. Upazila Road from Damudya to Daser Junge GS GW: TW of Abdul Malek Hawladar, Joyalu, Purbo Damudya, Shariatpur
6.92 1755 0.08 4.48 804 3.0 578 1.929
11. Upazila Road of Noria Bot tola, Noria, Shariatpur GW: TW of Dhali Bari
7.30 887 0.04 5.87 388 Nil 200 Nil
12. Chandpur Bazar LRM GW: TW of Chandpur Bazar
7.30 887 0.04 5.87 388 Nil 200 Nil
Bangladesh (DoE) Standard for drinking purposes
6.5-8.5
- - 6.0 1000 10 200-500
0.30-1.0
Analysis procedure pH Meter
EC
Meter
Salinity Meter
DO Meter
TDS Multi-meter
Gravimetric method
EDTA Titration
Method
AAS method
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Analytical Results show that • water quality in relation to all the eight parameters considered is found within the
acceptable limit/ standard drinking water quality in eight sample locations (Sample nos. 2,4,5,6,7,8,9 and 11);
• Total Hardness is found slightly high compared to the highest limit in all the rest four samples (Sample nos.1,3,10 and 12);
• Total Disolved Solid (TDS) is found high compared to the highest limit in three samples (Sample nos.1,3 and 12);
• Iron (Fe) is found high in one sample locations (Sample no. 10)
Noise level goes beyond the allowable limit at the time of construction activity which is a temporary one that becomes normal just after the completion of construction work. Along with common preventing measures, proper maintenance of vehicles & machineries is being done to minimize/lessen noise level during noisy activities; water spraying is being practiced where dust pollution is occurring. There is no effect of ground water level due to the project implementation.
This report covers major achievements during January-June 2016 including overall project achievement as of 30 June 2016 addressing environmental safeguard issues arisen due to the development activities.
There is no issue identified during this quarter or for next quarter which will have detectable impact on the environment.
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Chapter 1: Project Background
1.1 Introduction
Coastal Climate Resilient Infrastructure Project (CCRIP) financed by Asian Development Bank (ADB),KreditanstaltfürWiederaufbau (KfW) and International Fund for Agriculture Development (IFAD) under Local Government Engineering Department (LGED) formally started in January 2013 to increase rural incomes and reduce rural poverty through sustainable economic growth, rural development, social & gender development and improved infrastructure in the project area to be completed by December 2018. This project will promote overall development of the transportation system by constructing, improving and rehabilitating Upazila & Union roads and road structures (brides/culverts), development of growth centres and Cyclone Shelter.
CCRIP is specially designed for the development of climate resilient infrastructure including roads, bridges and culverts, cyclone shelters and killas, ghats and markets. The project is contributing significantly in employment creation and poverty alleviation specially for LCS member. CCRIP has made substantial progress towards achieving its targets. All the activities of the project are expected to be completed within the stipulated time.
The key components of the projects are: (a) Improved Road Connectivity; (b) Improved Market Services and (c) Enhanced climate change adaptation capacity.
This report covers major achievements during January-June 2016 including overall project achievement as of 30 June 2016 addressing environmental safeguard issues arisen due to the development activities.
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1.2 Physical Progress
1.2.1 Scope of Monitoring
The project area encompasses 12 districts of south western Bangladesh (Figure 1) in three regions in the three administrative divisions. These districts are:
i. Khulna Region: Khulna, Satkhira and Bagerhat Districts in Khulna Division;
ii. Barisal Region: Barisal, Jhalokathi, Patuakhali, Barguna, Bhola and Perojpur Districts in Barisal Division and
iii. Madaripur Region: Madaripur, Gopalganj and Shariatpur Districts in Dhaka Division.
The project is subdivided into 666 subprojects and each subproject comprises a package of different types of infrastructures. Improving rural roads and associated infrastructures will provide local inhabitants with efficient transport to markets and trading centres and access to social and welfare services.
Results of these IEEs/EMPs concluded that, the road and the market subprojects will have some small and localized adverse environmental impacts only during construction works. The assessed impacts are insignificant, and temporary in nature, and these can be mitigated to an acceptable level by proper implementation of the proposed EMPs. Accordingly, out of the 666 subprojects of CCRIP, 140 subprojects funded by ADB falls under environmental monitoring as follows:
i. Upazila Road: 52 Subprojet;
ii. Growth Centre: 18 Subproject and,
iii. Large Rural Market: 70 Subproject.
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Figure-1: Project Location Map
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1.2.2 Physical Progress of Project Activities
Physial works are in progress in all the 12 district under three regions. Componentwise physical progress of project activities for environmental monitoring are
i. Upgrading Upazila Road:
Total awarded subproject under upgrading upazila road is 25 of which construction works are goning on in 24 subprojects in 11 districts of the three regions.
ii. Development of Growth Centres:
Total awarded subproject under growth cente development is 14 of which construction works are goning on in 11 subprojects in 9 districts of the Barisal and Khulna regions
iii. Development of Large Rural Market:
Total awarded subproject under large rural market development is 32 of which construction works completed in six subprojects under Barisal and Khulna region. Construction works are goning on in 23 subprojects in 11 districts of the three regions.
1.2.3 Reporting Period
This quarterly report covers major achievements during the period January-June 2016 including overall project achievement as of 30 June 2016 addressing environmental safeguard issues arisen due to the project development activities.
1.2.4 Monitoring Requirements
The subprojects of CCRIP are categorized as “category B” for environmental project classifications as per ADB guidelines, and ‘Orange B’ as per Department of Environment, Government of Bangladesh. So, following ADB categorization, implementation of the subprojects required Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) including Environmental Management Plan (EMP) which has been prepared.
Results of these IEEs/EMPs concluded that, the road/market subprojects will have some small and localized adverse environmental impacts only during construction works. The assessed impacts are insignificant, and temporary in nature, and these can be mitigated to an acceptable level by proper implementation of the proposed EMPs.
All bidding documents of CCRIP subprojects include EMP as Environmental Compliances, and contracted contractors are briefed and trained in pre-/post- bid sessions for proper implementation of EMPs. A mandatory Environmental Compliance Certificate with each Interim Payment Certificate has been introduced for all ongoing sub-projects. This certificate submitted by the Contractor and duly verified and certified by the Upazila/Executive Engineer certifies compliances of the Environmental Attributes in the IEE/EMP reports of CCRIP sub-projects. No payment will be released without this certificate.
According to monitoring requirements, Environmental Monitoring Reports (EMR) to be submitted on quarterly/semi-annual and annual basis.
1.3 Changes in project scope
There is no any change in project scope or adjusted environmental safeguard measures for the project.
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So far, no adverse environmental scenario has arose and/or observed in any of the sub-project construction sites necessitating any correction in the proposed environmental management plan or formulation of a changed and/or revised management plan. Neither, any failure in the time frame of preparation and completion of EMP implementation is likely. However, corrective action plan/s will be adopted in case of any unexpected scenario.
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2. Chapter 2: Environmental Monitoring
2.1 Environmental Monitoring based on EMP The results of IEEs concluded that the road and the market subprojects will have some environmental impacts only during construction works. The assessed impacts are insignificant, and temporary in nature, and these can be mitigated to an acceptable level by proper implementation of the proposed EMPs. Accordingly, environmental monitoring for CCRIP’s subprojects implementation has been conducted only for construction works related activities. EMP Implementation Status of different project activities are presented in Table 3 and Table 4.
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Table 3: EMP Implementation Status (Ref: Table 2 in IEE Report)
Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC)
A. Impacts on air quality and noise during construction 1. Excavating, grading, finishing
-Dust, fumes and noise in the vicinity of the Worksite. -Temporary damage to adjacent land use and exposure to air and noise pollutants
-Reduce ambient dust levels by regular spraying of water on exposed earth in construction zone near settlement areas where there is potential for human exposure. -Remove construction debris and spoil piles -Impose traffic controls to reduce public exposure, Cover transport vehicles.
Vigilance is on-going by Site Engineer and Field Monitoring Officer (FMO). But no major air pollution & noise problem identified. Site vigilance will be continued
To continue regular site inspection for dust control measures, debris & spoil piles, and controlled traffic movement as well as covering the vehicles.
Being complied with
2. Borrow pits
Air pollution Spraying of water in borrow pits Contractors have been
instructed to spray water &cover material carrying vehicles to control dust. Site Engineer & FMO are checking compliances
To continue regular site inspection for water spray in quarry areas, whenever dug, and covering vehicles.
Being complied with
3. Construction
activity near
community areas
Blocks access, disturbs
daily life of community
and produces noise,
dust and congestion
-Select haul routes around/ outside community areas.
-Operate vehicles during restricted hours in village limits.
-Introduce traffic controls to reduce contact between the public and construction activity.
-Complete segments passing through populated areas before starting new construction.
Necessity of haul route has not yet felt. If required, it will be selected outside settlement areas. Road portions through populated areas are being completed before starting new segments
To continue regular site inspection for requirement and selection of haul routes, traffic control for interruption of public life, and completion of road segments passing through populated areas.
Being complied with
4. Cement mixing, Noxious and -Locate facilities at a sufficient distance from All facilities for construction To continue regular site Being
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) bitumen mixing and brick crushing
objectionable odors and fumes as well as dust
human receptors to eliminate the impact. -Conduct activities during daylight hours if there are communities nearby. -Water areas where dust accumulates regularly. -Locations for facilities approved by the LGED/ Consultant.
works are located at safe distances. All activities are being carried out in day time only and water is sprayed in dust generating areas
inspection for location of facilities, day time activities and water spraying to control dust.
complied with
5. Operation of construction equipment, machineries and vehicles
Air pollution from generation of harmful gases
Regular maintenance of all machinery, equipment’s and vehicles.
Routine check-up is being done for faulty equipment, vehicles, accessories, etc., so that no emission of harmful gases occurs
Site Engineer of CCRIP’s regional office and Environment Specialist is to follow-up the matter and ensure compliances by the contractor.
Being complied with
Impacts on Soil Resources during Detailed Design & Pre-construction
6. Identification of
borrow pit locations and estimates of
quantities of
materials
Hazard due to accident or slope failure during construction
-Identify borrow pit locations in conjunction with the selected construction contractor.
-Prepare plan to estimate quantities and final contours. These will be outside the road alignment and with a minimum distance of at least 2 metres outside the ROW
Requirement & identification of large quarry/borrow pit is yet to confirm, & if required, a plan will be developed for estimation of available and required quantities of construction materials
Site Engineer is to assist the contractor for identification & estimation of quarry locations and materials.
Being complied with
7. Recommendation of techniques for excavation and
Excess cutting and use
of poor techniques
resulting in landslides and slope failure
-Incorporate environment friendly construction techniques in the detailed design. These include but no limited to proper slope maintenance and compaction and prompt planting of grass cover to reduce
Environment friendly construction techniques like, 1:1.5 slope maintenance & compaction
Site Engineer is to field check in cooperation with the contractor for recommended construction
Being complied with
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) earth cutting works slope failure and erosion have been incorporated by
the DSC of CCRIP. Plantation of Vetiver Grass has been made compulsory to protect soil erosion & slope failure in roads
techniques.
8. Clearing and grubbing before initiating construction works
Degradation of surface water quality. Soil loss from exposure to rain and flowing water, and increased sediment in rivers and streams
-Stop land clearing and excavation in rainy periods. -Use Log or boulder barriers at the base of slopes subject to erosion. -Seed and stabilize slopes and embankments. -Include costs for sediment control in the contract bid proposal.
Land clearing & earth works have been restricted in rainy season. Use of boulder barriers & plantation of Vetiver grass are adopted to stop soil erosion and stabilize road/embankment slopes
Site Engineer to continue regular site inspection in cooperation with the contractor for soil erosion protection.
Being complied with
9. Identification of disposal sites for construction debris
Improper disposal of construction debris resulting in scarred landscape
Contractor to identify suitable sites and obtain the engineers approval prior to disposing of debris.
Site Engineer and Environment Specialist/ Field Monitoring Officer are under continuous vigilance for waste disposal at any undesignated site
To continue regular site inspection for unauthorized disposal of debris & waste materials.
Being complied with
Impacts on Soil Resources during Construction
10. Cutting and excavation of the road bed
Unstable slopes lead to soil loss
Introduce appropriate/ bioengineering techniques as recommended in detailed design to stabilize soils during construction and for finishing slopes.
Bioengineering techniques like, use of geo-textile & planting of grass is being followed to stop soil erosion from road slopes
Site Engineer is to field check & ensure application of recommended techniques in the detailed design.
Being complied with
11. Placement of Damage to roadway due Place road embankments above highest water level by 800 mm to make it climate-
All the roads have been Site Engineer is to check in Being
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) roads parallel and transverse to canals/ rivers
to undercutting of road foundation
resilient and use palisade for canal/ river training as given in detailed design and to prevent scouring
designed above the highest water level to make them climate resilient. Palisade works are also thereto prevent scouring
cooperation with the contractor and ensure implementation of infrastructures as per approved design and palisade works, if recommended any.
complied with
12. Disposal of construction debris
Improper disposal of
construction debris beside the road alignment and around the market place resulting in scarring of landscape and loss of aesthetic beauty
Prohibition of throwing of construction debris in any sites other than the designated disposal sites identified during the design.
Site Engineer and Field Monitoring Officer (FMO) are continuously checking for construction debris disposal at any location other than the designated sites. No major noncompliance is noticed
To continue regular field inspection by the Site Engineer and FMO for unauthorized waste disposal.
Being complied with
13. Operation of equipment storage and repair yards, and fuel depots
Oily waste is improperly disposed of; fuel is spilled and poor housekeeping causes soil and water pollution.
Install secondary containment around fuel tanks and at fueling stations. Prevent oil and fuel spills, control runoff from contaminated areas.
All contractors have been advised to construct secondary containment around refuelling stations. Field staff are under continuous check
Site Engineer of CCRIP’s regional office and Environment Specialist are to field inspect and ensure compliances by the contractor.
Being complied with
14. Closure of
equipment yards and camps
Failure to render a site
clean and safe at the
end of use poses both a sanitary and safety hazard
Remove above-grade structures, clean up construction camp debris and backfill latrines; grade, re-vegetate the area and tree planting under the compensatory forest program.
All the contractors have been advised to rehabilitate & re-vegetate construction site office and labour camp areas upon completion of all works
Site Engineer assigned by the CCRIP’s regional office will check upon completion of all works by the contractor.
Being complied with
15. POL (liquid and Waste improperly POL stage areas have impervious lining, All the contractors have Site Engineer of CCRIP’s Being
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) solid waste/Hazardous Storage Areas
disposed of, causes soil and water pollution and danger to health
containment ditches, oil and grease traps been advised to make petroleum, oil & lubricant storage rooms leak proof, & use oil/grease traps to avoid any spillage& vaporization leading to soil/air contamination
regional office & Environment Specialist are to field inspect and ensure compliances by the contractor.
complied with
Impacts on Soil Resources during Operation
16. Operation of
roadways and market places
Landslides/ rain cuts and other erosion issues
Adoption of appropriate engineering and bioengineering structures and techniques
Appropriate bio-engineering techniques have been adopted by DSC, CCRIP
To verify during maintenance works by LGED and Market Management Committee (MMC).
Being complied with
Impacts on Water Resources and Water Quality during Detailed Design
17. Recommendation
and design of
structures for
enabling proper
drainage under all
weather conditions
Extreme meteorological
conditions due to climate change may exceed capacity of structures, erode slopes and destroy pavement, structures
Take into account cost and historical rainfall data to determine size of structures, stability of slopes and height of roadway embankment
All the infrastructures were designed as climate resilient by the design section of CCRIP by use of required data and information
No further action required. Being complied with
18. Excavation and cutting works
Disposal of excavated
materials on nearby streams and rivers
-Use of log barriers or boulder barriers at the base of slopes to hold any excavated material that may fall. -No dumping of excavated material or
Use of boulders barriers to stabilize road/embankment slopes, prohibition for
To continue regular site inspection by the Site Engineer and Field
Being complied with
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) causing excess sedimentation, creation of temporary dams (and hence small floods thereafter), disturbances to aquatic ecology.
construction rubble into streams and rivers nearby. -Reuse of excavated material as far as possible and disposal of unwanted material in proper designated sites.
dumping of loose soil & construction rubble into river/canal, and disposal of wastes in designated sites is being followed. Although a few non- compliances was reported in the last quarter, but nothing reported for the present quarter
Monitoring Officer for contractor’s compliances.
19. Construction of
road side drainage structures
Insufficient roadside drainage in community areas leads to flooding of adjacent property.
Construction of improper drain would damage paddy fields in adjacent areas.
-Develop downstream drainage channels to assure continuity of the drainage system.
-Construct proper lined drain particularly along the section that passes through paddy field at specific locations.
-The drains will connect to canals or the down stream river system
Road side drainage channels, so far constructed, are smoothly draining in the downstream canal/river system
To follow field implementation and checking by the Site Engineer and Environment Specialist for newly constructed draining channels.
Being complied with
20. Operation of roads
Plugging of culverts from debris during heavy downpours; channelization and damage to the roadway.
Maintain culverts and remove debris that interferes with the flow in culverts
All culverts will be maintained during operation of roads through LGED maintenance programs
No further action required at present
Being complied with
21. Operation of markets
Dumping of solid waste from markets destroy water quality of adjacent ponds and canals
Proper management of solid waste of markets including arrangement for barrel composting
Solid wastes in the markets will be managed during operation period by Market Management Committee (MMC) & LGED
No further action required at present.
Being complied with
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) maintenance programs
Impacts on trees and vegetation during Pre-construction
22. Land clearing for roadways
Displacement of trees
and destruction of natural habitat; clearing extends into adjacent forests: loss of habitats
Prepare an inventory and remove marketable timber prior to construction. -Clear only unmarketable trees and brush remaining in the road corridor. -All valuable timber shall be handed over to the proper authority; obtain necessary government permits for cutting trees.
Land clearing operations to the handed over sites has been completed without any cutting of big trees. However removal of bush, shrub and grass could not be avoided. Most of the cleared sites have been replanted, and these sites will be restored before handover
Site Engineer of CCRIP’s regional office and Environment Specialist will guide the contractor for land clearing works.
Being complied with
23. Land clearing for roadways and development of market area
Displacement of trees
and destruction of
natural habitat
Provide compensatory plantation (1:5) to replace trees removed. -Re-vegetation of slopes above and below road through appropriate bioengineering techniques where necessary. -Re-vegetation of road shoulders to help recover some of the vegetated area lost
ROW covering shoulder & slope of roads, and market premises have been brought under compensatory tree plantation program @ 1:10
To follow-up implementation of tree plantation program by the Site Engineer and Environment Specialist.
Being complied with
24. Clearing right-of-way
Excessive width causes unnecessary damage to adjacent areas, increases need
for rehabilitation and
leads to unstable slopes
-Maintain minimum construction right-of-way, remove only trees that interfere with construction and limit access to adjacent land.
-Improving of right-of-way to be approved by the PMO, LGED.
ROW have been kept at a minimum to avoid any land and vegetation loss.
To continue regular field inspection by the Site Engineer and FMO for discarding of spoil materials.
Being complied with
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) -Prohibit disposal of spoil materials and any other forms of construction debris over the sides of the roadway and adjacent area of market.
25. Operation of
Workers camps
Workers fish, hunt and
gather firewood; destruction of biological resources
-Prohibit fishing, hunting and gathering of firewood among workers. -Provide construction camps with food supplies from purchased stores. -Provide firewood for warmth from legitimate sources or stockpiled from materials cleared from the roadway construction zone.
Contractors of the handed over sites is supplying food, drinking water & fuel gas cylinder to the labor camps and construction site offices. No case of illegal fishing, hunting and collecting fire wood has been reported yet
To continue physical check and report collection by the Site Engineer and FMO for any unwanted event.
Being complied with
26. Operation of roads and markets
Failure in bioengineering structures installed during construction Poor seedling survival rate or regeneration rate under compensatory tree plantation and re-vegetation activities
Carried out in
Construction stage
-Adoption of alternate bioengineering or engineering measures.
-Regular watering and monitoring of seedling survival and re-vegetation and taking of appropriate measures such as fencing, preventing of cattle to eat freshly planted seedlings.
Tree plantation program including collection of seedling, watering, fencing, etc., beside the road and market premises has been finalized for the handed over sites. PMO, LGED will monitor during operation of roads & markets
To follow implementation of the program by the LGED maintenance program.
Being complied with
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC)
Impacts on Socioeconomic Environment
Impacts on Labor Rights during Construction
27. Employment of labor
Rigorous living and working conditions affect workers’ health
-Provide laborers and others resident at the site lodging in a camp setting outside of any danger zone, food service facilities, safe drinking water, adequate washing and bathing facilities for maintaining personal hygiene, and access to health care
The contractors, so far mobilized at field, have established construction site offices and labor camps in safe zone with facilities for cooking, water supply, sanitation, &primary health care. CCRIP’s field staff guided the contractors to selected sites for office & camp establishment
CCRIP’s Site Engineers and Field Monitoring Officers will continue guiding the other contractors yet to mobilize.
Being complied with
28. Set up of construction camps
Sanitary waste and litter degrade local environment around construction camps
Camp facilities should be located at a distance from nearby communities.
-Provide sanitary facilities (dry pit or pour flush latrines) for workers using a soaking pit and arrange for disposal of solid waste/litter in accordance with local practice by collection and put into pits or burnt.
Most of the labor camps have been established away from community areas. However, in a few cases required distance could not be maintained due to unavailability of land. Sanitary and solid waste disposal arrangement has been provided in all labor camps
CCRIP’s Site Engineers and Field Monitoring Officers will continue guiding the other contractors yet to mobilize.
Being complied with
29. Operation of construction camps
Threat of HIV/AIDS and other STDs
HIV/AIDS awareness-raising campaign among the construction workers and in the nearby communities.
A plan has been made for conducting HIV/AIDS awareness raising
Environment Specialist will implement the plan in cooperation with the
Being complied with
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC) campaign among the construction workers and local community people
construction workers and local people.
Public Liability of Contractors and Damage to Local Infrastructure during Construction
30. Water supply disruption (Targeted impacts during construction)
Water supply systems along road section a are put out of commission during construction, disadvantaging local people
-Devise a plan with necessary design features to assure these water sources are maintained during construction and left in as good or better condition after construction is complete. -Provide prior notice of two weeks to the communities regarding possible disturbance and have measure to provide alternative supply such as via mobile tank during temporary disruption
No one of the handed over road/market sites prevail municipality water supply facilities. So, there is no reported case for disruption in water supply facility. However, proposed measures will be taken in the remaining sites with two weeks prior notice, if there is any existing water supply line that may suffer disruption due to construction works
CCRIP’s Site Engineer will follow-up this issue and will implement the proposed measures, if applicable, in cooperation with the contractor.
Being complied with
31, Disruption of foot path or mule tracks (Targeted Impacts during construction)
Passage is impaired for people with no alternative path of access to homes,
schools and public facilities
Maintain a safe and accessible pathway for both children and adults that need to pass through the area during the period of construction
There is some hassle, but no major problem noticed yet, for the pedestrians walking through the roads under construction. However, no alternate access road could be arranged for children and adult due to unavailability of land
CCRIP’s Site Engineer will follow-up this issue and contractor will implement the proposed measures, wherever land is available.
Being complied with
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Project activity Potential Impacts Proposed mitigation measures as per EMP
Actual Implementation Recommended action(if any)
Compliance status
(NC, PC, FC)
Impacts on Archaeological Remains during Construction
32. Construction excavation: archaeology
Damage to archaeological monuments and unearthed evidence.
-Halt nearby work upon discovery of archaeological relics. -Notify LGED to contact relevant government authority to investigate and undertake recovery. -Work to remain halted at the specific location until recovery is complete.
All the contractors have been instructed to halt all kinds of activity upon discovery of archaeological relics. CCRIP’s field staff are continuously watching any such event and they will immediately contact Environment Specialist and LGED for informing relevant Government organization
Site Engineer and Field Monitoring Officer (FMO) will continue watching and reporting.
Being complied with
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Table 4: Progress of Environmental Monitoring Control Matrix – Construction Phase (Ref: Table 3 in IEE Report)
Environmental Attributes/Project Actions
Mitigation measures (for detail description refer to EMAP of IEE)
Monitoring Frequency During construction
Progress/Remark
Existing Structures to be demolished
Alternate spaces would be provided to the existing vendors for conducting business until the construction is completed.
Monthly Layout & site handover is on-going. A field check is also being carried out to identify existing structures
Borrow Areas Seek prior approval from local environmental regulatory agencies and compliance at all stages of operations. After borrowing ensure re-vegetation, drainage, erosion protection as per EMAP
Monthly Site clearance from the Department of Environment has been received. Re-vegetation, drainage and erosion control is being monitored during and after construction works
Work sites Comply with local Environmental regulations for air quality, noise, occupational hazard & safety procedures at all stages of work
Weekly Emission standards, noise level and workers safety are being monitored at all sites. A format has been developed for periodic checking of environmental compliances by the contractor
Ground water level in and around construction tube wells
Bore wells shall be away from human settlements; determine sustainable yield and restrict withdrawal of water within yield recommended for region. Monitor depth of water below ground level in wells in and around construction tube wells before start and after completion of water withdrawal for the day
Monthly A few monitoring tube wells has been selected in and around the construction sites, and monthly data is being recorded for any significant ground water table fluctuation
Construction Equipment/Vehicles
Ensure vehicles are regularly maintained; have pollution under control certificates revalidated every month
Quarterly Contractors have been instructed to check construction machineries and vehicles, and produce revalidation certificates during operational periods
Noise at all operational areas
Record noise levels at every 5 minutes for 24 hours (both day time & night time)
Monthly Noise level could not be recorded as planned due to lack of instrument. However, any report of intolerable noise is being collected during equipment operation, and the contractor is being noticed for replacing noise generating equipment, if any
POL (liquid & solid POL storage areas have impervious lining, Weekly Provision for impervious lining and containment ditches in the storage
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Environmental Attributes/Project Actions
Mitigation measures (for detail description refer to EMAP of IEE)
Monitoring Frequency During construction
Progress/Remark
waste) /Hazardous Storage Areas
containment ditches, oil & grease traps as per EMAP. Regular inspection & Maintenance. Comply all local environmental regulations
areas, and placement of oil & grease traps in the vehicle workshop is being checked and practiced since establishment of site camps
Soil erosion and conservation
Borrow areas shall have gentle slopes connected to nearby natural water bodies, (as a temporary measure and especially needed for drainage during the rainy season) re-vegetated
Monthly Slope of the borrow areas will be checked during and after earth cutting works for rainy season drainage
Water Supply Sanitation & Health at camp sites
Adequate water supply as per norms septic tanks and soak away pits. Kerosene and LPG supply, health care facilities vaccination for work force camps
Weekly Water supply, sanitation arrangement, non-woody fuel supply, health care facilities etc., is being checked in all established labor camps
Construction of Noise Barriers
Consult affected parties for eliciting opinion during constructing barriers
Quarterly Affected parties, if any, will be consulted throughout the construction period, and the contractor will be notified to adopt required measures
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Environmental Monitoring Control Matrix To comply with the monitoring requirements for the contractors, a mandatory Environmental Compliance Certificate (Sample Format in Table 5 and implementation status in Table 6) with each Interim Payment Certificate has been introduced for all ongoing sub-projects. This certificate submitted by the Contractor and duly verified and certified by the Upazila/Executive Engineer certifies compliances of the Environmental Attributes in the IEE/EMP reports of CCRIP sub-projects. No payment will be released without this certificate. Table 5: Sample format of Environmental Compliance Certificate
Subproject Name: __________________________________________________________
Name of Contractor: _________________________________________________________
Date of Start: _____________ Date of Completion ________________________
(To be submitted by the Contractor and certified by the Upazila Engineer with every
Payment Certificate) Sl.No Environmental Attributes / Project
Actions Monitoring Frequency
Relevant Provision in
Contract Document
Compliance Report
Remarks
Yes No
1 Setting out & clearing – Any archaeological evidence found in the right of way during construction.
Weekly Cl. 31.1, Cl. 95.6
2 Appropriate arrangement for traffic diversions & sign Boards made at the work site.
Weekly Cl.95.2
3 Borrow Areas • Prior approval obtained • Re-vegetation and drainage of
borrow areas
Monthly 95.7.13
4 Work sites comply with environmental regulation for :
• Air quality • Noise • Occupational hazard & safety
Weekly Cl 27.1, Cl. 95.7, Cl. 95.7.16, CCl. 95.7.18
5 Ground water level in and around construction tube wells
• Depth of water level in the vicinity of work site monitored during construction.
Monthly Cl.95.7.1
6 Construction Equipment/Vehicles • Pollution Control Certificates of
all construction vehicles maintained and regularly updated
Quarterly Cl.95.7.4
7 Noise at all operational Areas • Noise levels at work sites
measured as prescribed
Monthly Cl 27.1, Cl. 95.7, Cl. 95.7.16,
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Sl.No Environmental Attributes / Project Actions
Monitoring Frequency
Relevant Provision in
Contract Document
Compliance Report
Remarks
Yes No
Cl. 95.7.18 8 Top soil from land clearing operations
• Top soil was preserved for embankment turfing
Weekly Cl95.7.9
9 Hot Mix Plants • Located on barren land and
not agricultural land at least 1.5 km from human settlements
Quarterly Cl. 95.7.18
10 POL (liquid & solid waste) /Hazardous Storage Areas
• POL storage areas at work sites have impervious lining, containment ditches, oil & grease traps as per EMAP and comply all local environmental regulations
Weekly Cl. 95.7.17,
11 Soil erosion and conservation • The worksite borrow areas re-
vegetated and have gentle slope and connected to natural water bodies
Monthly 95.7.13, Cl. 95.7.12,
12 Channel / River beds • Works site work plan ensure
that most activities are carried in dry months and river channel re-shaped after completion of construction.
Monthly Cl.95.7.12
13 Water Supply Sanitation & Health at camp sites
• Adequate water supply • Provision for toilet facilities
with septic tank and soak away pits
• Worker occupational safety and health care provisions as prescribed in the contract.
Weekly Cl 29, Cl. No. 95.7.15 Cl. No. 95.7.18
14 Construction of Noise Barriers • All affected parties in the
vicinity of work sites consulted for the possible noise during construction and construction of noise barriers if required
Quarterly Cl. 95.7.18
Submitted by the contractor: Certified by the Upazila Engineer:
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Signature __________ Signature _________________
Date: _____________ Date: _________________
Table 6: Results of environmental monitoring based onEnvironmental Compliance Certificate
Issues Parameters/Indicators Measure-
ment frequency
Result Remarks, if any Yes,
% No,%
Environ-mental Attributes/ Project Actions
1. Setting out & clearing RoW
(a) Archaeological structure evidenced
Weekly 0 100 Nil
2. Traffic diversions & sign boards
(a) Diversion road/s available Weekly 0 100 � (b) Signboard/s visible during day/night
3. Borrow Areas (a) Approval letter from DoE Monthly 100 0 � (b) Site compliances as per DoE (c) Vegetation cover regenerated (d) Required drainage capacity (e) Soil erosion/land slide protected
4. Work sites (a) Emission of dust, smoke, etc. Weekly 0 100 � (b) Sound level exceeding 50 & 60 dBa during night & day time
20 80
(c) Employment of trained manpower
50 50
(d) Use of SOP 50 50 5. Ground water level in and around construction tube wells
(a) Bore wells are away from settlements
Monthly 100 0 �
(b) Water withdrawal are within recommended volume
100 0
(c) Ground water table drawdown in monitoring wells during withdrawal
0 100
6. Construction Equipment/ Vehicle
(a) Validation certificates received for maintenance of equipment /vehicles
Quarterly ? ? Monitoring data are yet to collect
7. Noise at all operational areas
(a) Sound level exceeding 50 dBa in night & 60 dBa during day times
Every 5 minutes for 24 hours –
Monthly reporting
20 80 Nil
8. Top soil loss from land clearing operations
(a) Top layer soil removal from lands on both sides of the road
Weekly 0 100 �
9. Hot Mix
(a) Hot Mix Plant is located at more than 1.5 km from settlements
Quarterly ? ? Monitoring data are yet to collect
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Issues Parameters/Indicators Measure-
ment frequency
Result Remarks, if any Yes,
% No,%
Plants (b) Exhaust gases are monitored and these are free of smoke, soot, dirt, etc.
? ?
(c) Waste water quality is monitored & this is within DoE standards
? ?
(d) Noise levels are within 50-60 dBa
? ?
10. POL (liquid & solid waste)/Hazardous Storage Areas
(a) POL storage containers are leak proof
Weekly 100 0 Nil
(b) POL storage depots have containment ditches, oil & grease traps, etc
50 50
(c) Fire extinguishers in place 0 100 11. Soil erosion and conservation
(a) Borrow pits are usable as water bodies during the rainy season
Monthly 100 0 Nil
(b) Borrow pits are green in dry season
100 0
12. Channel/ River beds
(a) Channel excavation and other activities performed in the dry season
Monthly ? ? Monitoring data are yet to collect
(b) Channel beds are reshaped after completion of construction works
? ?
13. Water supply, sanitation & health at camp sites
(a) Pure drinking water, kerosene and LPG are supplied as per requirements
Weekly 100 0
(b) Sanitation and health care facilities are available
100 0
14. Construction of Noise Barriers
(a) Intolerable noise but no consultation nor construction of noise barrier
Quarterly 0 100
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2.2 ADB Review Mission on Environmental Safeguards ADB fielded an environmental safeguards review mission from 8-13 March 2016. The mission reviewed the implementation and compliances of EMP of the project, recommended corrective actions plan (CAP) for ensuring compliances of EMP implementation. Status of implementation of CAP in provided in Table 7.
Table 7: Status of implementation of correcting action plan
Observation on environmental issue
Recommended corrective action/mitigation measures
Timeline Responsibilities
Implementation status
Soil erosion of the road side leads to exposure to erosion due to non-provision of vegetation cover and turfing along the roadside slope; Leveling, dressing and re-vegetation / turfing were not done on sides of roads.
Removing top soil for construction carefully; turfing, vegetation and plantation after civil works; Compaction of soil properly; planting native tree and vetiver grass (Chrysopogon zizanioides) as turf grass along the road slope. Vetiver grass may not grow in salinity intruded soil/areas. In that case saline tolerant turf grass1/shrubs should be planted in slopes.
Immediate; Soon after the earthwork and just on the onset of rainy season; as soon as practical
Contractors Being complied with
Improper compaction of top bituminous layer of the road leading to erosion of bituminous layer during heavy rainfall
Ensure appropriate mixture of stone, garbles and sand and proper compaction to check loosening of building materials
During construction, O&M
Contractors and LGED
Being complied with
Top soils from agriculture are being used for earth filling in roads
Top soil should not be removed from fertile agricultural land; Instead soil below top soil could be used and top soil should be reuse in the origin of collection; As a first option, topsoil should be restored to its initial place after the specific activity is completed for which the area was vacated, or for enriching some other place like embankment slopes for turfing/ erosion protective measure. The topsoil can also be used for supporting re-plantation activities within RoW/median.
During construction, O&M
Contractors Being complied with
Lack of slope stability of road due to inadequate
Soil of the road slope should be adequately compacted; To avoid embankment slippage and erosion,
Preconstruction, construction and operation
Contractors Being complied with
1 Bermuda grass, Cow grass, Bahia grass, Centipede grass, etc. can be grown in saline soil of the road slopes. These grasses may be adapted in tropical climate. The project can pilot of those turf grass in some selected project sites.
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Observation on environmental issue
Recommended corrective action/mitigation measures
Timeline Responsibilities
Implementation status
compaction and Dressing of soil in roadside
borrow pits shall not be dug continuously. Benches or terraces, enclosed drainage systems, or the mulching or covering of the soil with various materials may be required to reduce slope erosion due to rainfall especially while constructing embankments.
stage
Record of tree felling / vegetation clearance are not maintained properly
Felling of tree and clearance of vegetation should be recorded properly; Felled tree should be replaced with native plants during planting season (on set of rainy season)
Preconstruction & construction stage
Contractors Being complied with
Occupational health and safety for workers partially complied in rural road and growth center component
All construction workers at work sites shall be provided with adequate protective gears like helmets, goggles, boots, safety belts, etc. so that injuries to workers are avoided or minimized; injured workers should receive proper treatment with compensation from the contractor; Awareness training to the workers
During construction
Contractors Being complied with
Provision of signs and notices, warning flags, safety barriers and fences and general safe working practices
Provide adequate signs and notices, warning flags, safety barriers, etc. in ongoing construction sites/proper places
During construction
Contractors Being complied with as per requirement
Workers camp condition / sites were found poor and shabby and some of were not well ventilated and there is possibilities of diseases from unhygienic condition
There should be provision for adequate ventilation of the worker temporary shed to avoid suffocation and fire hazards and ensure safety
Immediate Contractor Being complied with
Monitoring of environmental pollution parameters (water, air, noise and soil) were not recorded properly
Data on required environmental parameters should be collected periodically and it should be reported in environmental monitoring report
Periodic, during and after construction
MSC Planned to comply with as per the requirements
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Chapter 3: Results of Environmental Monitoring and Compliance Measures
Environmental monitoring of different parameters of some specific environmental components have been carried out in the implementation of CCRIP project. Monitoring results compared against the objectives of environmental safeguard or desired outcomes are presented in this chapter.
Based on the changed ‘Sample Table of Contents for environmental monitoring report {(Title: Semi/ Annual Environmental Monitoring Report) of ADB, quantative and qualitative monitoring data (e.g, pollution data of water, air, soil, noise, etc.,) having some specific monitoring parameters/indicators (e.g., DO, PH, BOD, COD, etc. for water and so on)} some changes in environmental monitoring has been carried out to examine ground water quality and noise level in 12 sample construction sites/ camps of 12 subprojects of the project (Table 8) during the reporting period.
Table 8: Subprojects for ground water and noise level monitoring
SL. No.
Subproject Name Remarks
1 Alaipur Bazar Large Rural Market, Rupsa Upazila, Khulna Khulna Region
2 Abduler Mor R&H- Majhirgati GC Upazila Road, Terokhada Upazila, Khulna
Khulna Region
3 Depara Bazar Large Rural Market, Bagerhat Sadar Upazila, Bagerhat
Khulna Region
4 Gozalia Bazar Large Rural Market, Kachua Upazila, Bagerhat Khulna Region
5 Naikathi Hat Large Rural Market, Jhalokati Sadar Upazila, Jhalokati
Barisal Region
6 39m Bridge construction, Jhalokati Sadar Upazila, Jhalokati Barisal Region
7 Mollarhat Bazar Large Rural Market, Nalcity Upazila, Jhalokati Barisal Region
8 Upazila Road from Dapdapya Feri Ghat to---, Nalcity Upazila, Jhalokati
Barisal Region
9 Dashe Jungle Large Rural Market, Gosairhat Upazila, Shariatpur
Madaripur Region
10 Upazila Road from Damudya to Daser Junge growth centre, Damudya Upazila, Shariatpur
Madaripur Region
11 Upazila Road of Noria Bot tola, Noria Upazila, Shariatpur Madaripur Region
12 Chandpur Bazar Large Rural Market, Shariatpur Sadar Upazila, Shariatpur
Madaripur Region
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To protect slope of road from soil erosion vativer grass (Chrysopogon zizanioides) is being planted (Figure 2).
Figure 2: Planting of Vativer grass for slop protection and erosion control
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Air quality monitoring is not much important since impact is low for rural/urban infrastructure projects except producing dusts sometimes. Dust pollution is being controlled by water spray (Figure 3) as and when it is required.
Figure 3: Water spraying for dust control
Noise & vibration is the issue only when heavy vehicle moves and heavy machineries are in operation. Noise and vibration levels are minimized by maintaining machineries in good working conditions, using noise minimizing kits, carrying out construction works only at day times, etc. Noise levels were monitored at 12 different construction sites. Actual observation on noise level monitoring are presented in Figure 4 and Table 9.
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Figure 4: Noise level recording
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Table 9: Actual Observation of Noise Level Monitoring Results
Monitoring parameter
Method of monitoring
Location Noise level as recorded (daytime):
Average
(Min- Max)
National Standard:
Area-Day/Night
Remarks
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
1. Aliprur Bazar, Rupsa, Khulna
52 (48- 70)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Market operation continuing around the intervention area
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
2. Abduler Mor R&H- Majhirgati GC Upazila Road, Terokhada, Khulna
58 (48- 84)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Trafic movement continuing
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
3. Depara Bazar LRM, Bagerhat Sadar, Bagerhat
62 (56- 69)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Market operation continuing around the intervention area
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
4.Gozalia LRM, Kachua, Bagerhat
61 (53- 70)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Market operation continuing around the intervention area
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
5.Naikathi Hat LRM, Jhalokati
50 (42- 65)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Market operation mainly twice a week.
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
6.Bridge construction (39m), Jhalokati
52 (43- 71)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Piling work/ preparation goning on
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Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
7.Mollarhat LRM, Nalcity, Jhalokati
54 (48- 62)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Not peak market time but increased noise level for saw miling and brick unloading in the market
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
8.Upazila Road from Dapdapya Feri Ghat to---
46 (43- 80)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Quiet area but occation high leve sound for hooking of a private car
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
9.Dashe Jungle LRM, Gosairhat, Shariatpur
54 (45- 60)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Regular market operation;
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
10. Upazila Road from Damudya to Daser Junge GS
46 (39- 69)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Quiet area; noise level suddenly increases for plying of motorcycle and mechanized rickshaw van
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
11.Upazila Road of Noria Bot tola, Noria, Shariatpur
51 (45- 60)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Quiet area; continuous sound for singing of birds
Noise Level Measurement of noise in Decibel (dBa)
Measurement by Noise Meter
12.Chandpur Bazar LRM, Shariatpur Sadar, Shariatpur
54 (49- 82)
Silent-45/35 Resi-50/40 Mixed-60/50 Comm-70/60 Indust-75/70
Busy market
Considering the nature and period of construction activities ground water quality monitoring was not included in the EMP and for that reason it was not monitored earlier. Now, to fulfil requirements of ADB according to new environmental monitoring format, ground water quality at twelve road/ market construction sites/ camps were analysed and analytical results are presented inTable 10 and the reports are placed in Annex A. Collection of ground water samples are presented in Figure 5.
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Figure 5: Ground water sample collection for laboratory analysis
Table 10: Actual Observation of Ground Water Monitoring Results
Monitoring parameter
Method of monitoring
Location Frequency of monitoring
Baseline results
Monitoring Results
(mg/L)
National Standard
Remarks
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
1. TW of Alaipur Bazar Banik Samitee Office, Alaipur Bazar,
Semi-annual
6.82 4879 0.24 4.85 2420 Nil 546 Nil
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
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Monitoring parameter
Method of monitoring
Location Frequency of monitoring
Baseline results
Monitoring Results
(mg/L)
National Standard
Remarks
Rupsa, Khulna
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
2. TW of Abbas Ali, Nishipur, Terokhada, Khulna
Semi-annual
7.21 1848 0.08 4.87 795 Nil 362 Nil
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
3. TW of Omor Faruk Khan, Purbo Depara Bazar, Bagerhat
Semi-annual
6.80 4043 0.17 4.03 1668 3.0 630 0.595
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
4. TW of Gozalia Bazar Jame Mosjid, Kachua, Bagerhat
Semi-annual
7.16 1460 0.06 4.83 638 3.0 281 0.039
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
5.GW: TW of Naikati Hat Jame Mosjid, Naikathi Hat, Jhalokati
Semi-annual
7.61 1233 0.05 4.29 542 Nil 48 0.118
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
6. TW of Masterer Bari, 39m Bridge construction site, Jhalokati
Semi-annual
7.33 1511 0.07 4.21 655 Nil 24 Nil
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC
Laboratory
7.TW of Mollarhat
Semi-annual
7.12 1052
6.5- 8.5 mg/L -
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Monitoring parameter
Method of monitoring
Location Frequency of monitoring
Baseline results
Monitoring Results
(mg/L)
National Standard
Remarks
Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Analysis Bazar Jame Mosjid, Mollarhat LRM, Nalcity, Jhalokati
0.05 4.36 463 Nil 36 Nil
1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
8.TW of Purbo char govt Pri. School, Upazila Road from Dapdapya Feri Ghat to---
Semi-annual
7.53 2014 0.09 5.38 924 Nil 98 Nil
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
9.TW of Daser Jungle LRM Chourasta, Gosairhat, Shariatpur
Semi-annual
7.32 1538 0.07 5.23 666 Nil 270 Nil
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
10. TW of Abdul Malek Hawladar, Joyalu, Purbo Damudya, Shariatpur
Semi-annual
6.92 1755 0.08 4.48 804 3.0 578 1.929
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Laboratory Analysis
11. TW of Dhali Bari, Noria Bot tola, Noria, Shariatpur
Semi-annual
7.30 887 0.04 5.87 388 Nil 200 Nil
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L 1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
PH EC Salinity DO
Laboratory Analysis
12. TW of Chandpur Bazar, Shariatpur
Semi-annual
7.05 2075 0.11 5.81
6.5- 8.5 mg/L - 1000 mg/L 6.0 mg/L
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Monitoring parameter
Method of monitoring
Location Frequency of monitoring
Baseline results
Monitoring Results
(mg/L)
National Standard
Remarks
TDS TSS Total Hardness Fe
Sadar, Shariatpur
1057 Nil 526 0.256
1000 mg/L 10 mg/L 200-500 mg/L 0.5 mg/L
Analytical Results show that
• water quality in relation to all the eight parameters considered is found within the acceptable limit/ standard drinking water quality in eight sample locations (Sample nos. 2,4,5,6,7,8,9 and 11);
• Total Hardness is found slightly high compared to the highest limit in all the rest four samples (Sample nos.1,3,10 and 12);
• Total Disolved Solid (TDS) is found high compared to the highest limit in three samples (Sample nos.1,3 and 12);
• Iron (Fe) is found high in one sample locations (Sample no. 10)
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3. Chapter 4: Recommendation and Conclusion
Environmental safeguard issues are very important to address for all sector of development. The road and market development subprojects of CCRIP will have some small and localized adverse environmental impact only during construction period which can be mitigated by the appropriate mitigation measures proposed in the EMP. Adverse environmental impacts due to the project are not significant. The project addressing environmental safeguard issues proposed in the EMP prepared for road and market development components of the project. The CCRIP is addressing, formally and/or informally, environmental safeguard issues highlighted in the environmental management plan prepared for different component of the project at different stages of project implementation for different components.
There is no issue identified during this quarter or for next quarter which will have detectable impact on the environment.
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ANNEX A
Analytical results of Ground Water Samples analysed in the Laboratory of Department of Soil, Water and Environment of University of Dhaka
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