ENB Region 1 Completed Applications 04/13/2005

The applicant proposes to install two breasting dolphins and extend the fenders on two existing dolphins at the ConocoPhillips Riverhead Terminal Offshore Platform to reduce waiting time for barges carrying fuel oil.  The platform is located in Long Island Sound, approximately one mile offshore from Sound Shore Road in Riverhead.  Long Island Sound is considered a navigable water of the state and is regulated by the NYSDEC under the Use and Protection of Waters Act (Article 15).   The facility is located at 212 Sound Shore Road, Town of Riverhead, Suffolk County.

The applicant proposes to reconstruct an existing bulkhead in place; increase the bulkhead elevation by 18"; construct two bulkhead returns; and dredge a 30 foot by 137' area of Romana Lagoon adjacent to the bulkhead.  Approximately 400 cubic yards of dredged material will be placed landward of the bulkhead and approximately 800 cubic yards of dredged material will be disposed of at an upland location.  Romana Lagoon is considered a NYSDEC regulated tidal wetland and the proposed dredging is considered new dredging.  The project is located at 79 Romana Drive, Hampton Bays, Town of Southampton, Suffolk County.  SCTM # 900-292-4-30.5.