Environmental Statement Available for Port of Long Beach Project

The Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District said it completed a draft EIS/EIR for the Eagle Rock Aggregates Terminal Project at the Port of Long Beach. The proposed project would include dredging, land-based wharf improvements, and the installation of truck scales and conveyor system. Construction is estimated to take 5 months. The proposed project site is at Berth D-44 on Pier D in the Port, currently owned by L.G. Everist, Inc., but to be leased to Eagle Rock Aggregate. Copies of the environmental impact statement are at http://www.polb.com/ceqa. Further information: John Markham, 805-585-2150. A public hearing on the DEIS/EIR and project is set for 6 p.m. Aug. 22 in the City of Long Beach City Council Chambers, 333 W. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, Calif.