Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future: The Brownfield Transformation at Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum (BPCCM).
Originally opened as a grammar school in 1923, the Historic Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum (BPCCM) stands as a landmark of cultural and historical significance in the Town of Miami, Arizona.
To support the site’s preservation and revitalization, Atlas conducted comprehensive surveys including lead-based paint (LBP) and asbestos-containing material (ACM) as part of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-funded brownfield assessment. These investigations were performed in full compliance with an USEPA Region IX-approved Sampling and Analyses Plan (SAP), which was also prepared by Atlas.
Building on the results, Atlas prepared an Analysis of Brownfield Cleanup Alternatives (ABCA), outlining a preliminary evaluation that provided information on contamination issues and potential remedial alternatives. Through Atlas’ guidance, the grantee was able to apply for additional support through the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Brownfield Program — successfully transition from assessment to remediation.
Today, the BPCCM stands as a shining example of Brownfield excellence—where cultural heritage meets environmental responsibility, and community pride is reclaimed for future generations.