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Following the identification of a release or suspected release on a site, a site assessment is conducted to identify the nature and extent of contamination, potential sources, sensitive receptors, and migration pathways. A well-designed and implemented site assessment provides a sound basis for risk characterization and subsequent remediation. The heterogeneity of the subsurface environment and ground water flow regimes encountered at sites necessitate the need for careful evaluation of the underlying stratigraphy, affected media, and potential migration pathways.
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Milkey, N.E. (2003). Site Assessment. In: Moyer, E.E., Kostecki, P.T. (eds) MTBE Remediation Handbook. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-0021-6_5
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