Austin Master Services responds to complaint
MARTINS FERRY — Austin Master Services, an environmental services firm specializing in radiological waste remediation, submitted its response to Martins Ferry City Council related to the verified complaint submitted by the Concerned Ohio River Residents group.
“The team at Austin Master Services has been very receptive and cooperative in developing this response,” Martins Ferry Mayor John Davies said. “Their willingness to meet and discuss this matter has been very helpful as we continue our efforts to ensure the highest levels of quality among our water system.”
According to a statement provided by Chris Martin of Agility PR Services, the Austin Master Services response includes clarification of the facility location regarding the Martins Ferry Source Water Protection Plan, the group’s designation of the facility and the processes that occur on site, secondary containment systems within the facility, perceived waste ponds, underground sources of contamination, and fire control.
“Austin Master Services operates according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Chief’s Order and works with governmental agencies who have jurisdiction over their process and facility. The CORR group has no jurisdiction or oversight and continues to attempt to create issues when all authorized inquiries have resulted in a lack of findings,” said Martin, spokesperson for Austin Master Services.
The response addresses the group’s concerns and is available for review on the Austin Master Services and Martins Ferry websites.
Austin Master Services is a full-service, comprehensive environmental services firm specializing in radiological waste management solutions, including remediation, D&D, and transport. The company integrates company construction, waste management, health physics, and industrial hygiene capabilities into all projects. For more information visit AustinMasterServices.com.
The Martins Ferry Austin Master facility is located in a former steel mill along First Street and processes waste from Gas and oil drilling and fracking operations.
The Concerned Ohio River Residents group has expressed concern that radioactive contaminants from the facility may impact the city’s water source.