Project Taurus / Colorado Springs / DEPN-26-0039
Noise Record
DLAA and HEI noise modeling for Project Taurus, plus the monitoring records still needed.
Noise record
A developed model is not a measured outcome
DLAA and HEI create a stronger modeling record than many project claims. The missing layer is post-construction monitoring, enforcement, complaints, and remediation.
DLAA project equipment count.
DLAA says enclosed diesel backup generators.
HEI modeled range near closest residences.
Development-agreement and monitoring terms still needed.
Model supports
What the record can say
- The project has a serious noise-control design record.
- DLAA modeled normal operation, testing, emergency conditions, and nighttime free-cooling.
- HEI independently modeled normal-operation noise and found close agreement with DLAA.
Outcome not settled
What the record cannot say
- Neighbors will never hear the facility.
- Post-construction levels will match the model.
- Complaint handling, remediation, enforcement, and financial assurance are already complete.
- Generator emissions and runtime limits are settled.