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(e.g., traffic operational improvements, diesel idling minimization plan)that will be taken to <br /> minimize or mitigate vehicle-related emissions. <br /> An updated traffic study is included in Appendix E. The traffic generation is within the parameters <br /> of the original AUAR. <br /> c. Dust and odors - Describe sources, characteristics, duration, quantities, and intensity of <br /> dust and odors generated during project construction and operation. (Fugitive dust may <br /> be discussed under item 16a). Discuss the effect of dust and odors in the vicinity of the <br /> project including nearby sensitive receptors and quality of life. Identify measures that will <br /> be taken to minimize or mitigate the effects of dust and odors. <br /> No changes from the original AUAR. <br /> 17. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emission/Carbon Footprint: <br /> a. GHG Quantification: For all proposed projects, provide quantification and discussion of <br /> project GHG emissions. Include additional rows in the tables as necessary to provide <br /> project-specific emission sources. Describe the methods used to quantify emissions. If <br /> calculation methods are not readily available to quantify GHG emissions for a source, <br /> describe the process used to come to that conclusion and any GHG emission sources not <br /> included in the total calculation. <br /> b. GHG Assessment <br /> An analysis on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emission/Carbon Footprint can be found in Appendix J. <br /> 17. Noise: <br /> Describe sources, characteristics, duration, quantities, and intensity of noise generated <br /> during project construction and operation. Discuss the effect of noise in the vicinity of the <br /> project including 1) existing noise levels/sources in the area, 2) nearby sensitive receptors, 3) <br /> conformance to state noise standards, and 4) quality of life. Identify measures that will be <br /> taken to minimize or mitigate the effects of noise. <br /> No changes from the original AUAR. Site plans for future developments will continue to include <br /> measures such as appropriate setback distances, earthen berms, noise walls and appropriate site <br /> design. <br /> 18. Transportation <br /> a. Describe traffic-related aspects of project construction and operation. Include: 1) existing <br /> and proposed additional parking spaces, 2) estimated total average daily traffic generated, <br /> 3) estimated maximum peak hour traffic generated and time of occurrence, 4) indicate <br /> source of trip generation rates used in the estimates, and 5) availability of transit and/or <br /> other alternative transportation modes. <br /> b. Discuss the effect on traffic congestion on affected roads and describe any traffic <br /> improvements necessary. The analysis must discuss the project's impact on the regional <br /> transportation system. <br /> If the peak hour traffic generated exceeds 250 vehicles or the total daily trips exceeds <br /> 2,500, a traffic impact study must be prepared as part of the EAW. Use the format and <br /> procedures described in the Minnesota Department of Transportation's Access <br /> Management Manual, Chapter 5 (available at: <br /> http://www.dot.state.mn.us/accessmanagement/resources.html) or a similar local <br /> guidance. <br /> c. Identify measures that will be taken to minimize or mitigate project related transportation <br /> effects. <br /> 1-35E Corridor AUAR Update <br /> June 6,2025 <br /> Page 11 <br /> Page 67 of 240 <br />