Air concentrations, either measured of modeled, were derived from either the US EPA or the LA Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) databases. Interstate traffic volume estimates were obtained from the LA Department of Transportation (LDOT). Measurements were made in meters to enable comparison with proximities reported in the literature. Land use recommendations were evaluated and discussed within the context of their potential implications on the prevailing environmental, exposure and health conditions.Įstimates of interstate proximity were conducted using Google Earth distance measurement tool. #LEGACY PROJECT OFFICE RECYCLING NEW ORLEANS ZIP#Hazard monitoring data were reviewed to identify those occurring at levels that exceed health-based standards health outcome statistics for the community in zip codes adjacent to the site were also reviewed to identify areas with rates of adverse health outcomes occurring at rates exceeding state values. Monitoring and emissions modeling data for the area from multiple third-party sources were requested and/or summarized. Multiple site visits were conducted to measure noise, air concentrations of particulate matter and to document potential exposure routes. To prioritize traffic-related environmental issues of concern in the I-10 Corridor area, scientific literature was reviewed to identify traffic-associated pollutants, exposure levels of concern (traffic volume, interstate proximity and air pollutant concentrations), and adverse health outcomes that are significantly related to interstate traffic and automobile emissions. no changes to the I-10 corridor) to complete removal of the I-10 interchange. Recommendations outlined via 6 different scenarios ranging from maintaining the status quo (i.e.Implications of land use policies pose an additional threat to health due to increased community use of the areas under I-10.Vulnerable populations including children, seniors, pregnant women, those with compromised immune systems, and homeless populations residing under I-10.Adverse health impacts including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular disease, adverse birth and developmental outcomes, immune system diseases and cancer.Exposures to pollutants to children, residents, homeless, and workers including inhalation of fine particulate emissions from I-10 road traffic inhalation and ingestion of soil lead by children, and noise pollution.Environmental issues of greatest potential concern, including air contaminants, legacy soil lead and traffic-related noise pollution.In the Summary of Results on pages 6-8, the team outlines the following: In their final report, linked below, LSU’s Public Health team found that residents living in the I-10 corridor are in the top 95 th to 100 th percentile in the state in terms of traffic proximity. The focus of the Claiborne Ave., New Orleans project was to characterize environmental hazards, exposures, potential health implications and traffic-associated health outcomes for the communities living around Interstate I-10 (also referred to as the I-10 corridor). Kari Brisolara, Louisiana State University School of Public Health Alliance, Īdrienne Katner, Louisiana State University School of Public Health, Our project management teams have been trusted by FEMA, HUD, City of New Orleans, state agencies in Florida, Louisiana, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina,Tennessee and Texas.Amy Stelly, Claiborne Ave. Legacy Construction Disaster Recovery division has worked nationwide on catastrophic loss events such as fires, floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Whether it’s acting as a liaison between the owner and construction team, performing project document control, scheduling, or performing material procurement and quality control for your project our team of project managers and contract specialists can ensure a smooth and successful construction process. Legacy Construction also has the capability to offer construction management services and project owner representation services. We have performed work under the New Orleans Redevelopment Authority, the Vieux Carre Commission, and the Historic Commission. We specialize in tenant build outs, construction of engineered, prefabricated specialty systems, federal construction works, historic façade renovations, commercial storefront build outs, expansions, and new construction. Legacy Construction is a licensed commercial and residential general contractor operating in the New Orleans metropolitan area.
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