Composing of Nitrocellulose Fines - Regulatory and Logistical Feasibility, BAAP Installation.
Abstract
The production of nitrocellulose for munitions purposes results in the production of nitrocellulose fines (NC fines). BAAP currently has stored approximately 500 tons of NC fines (dry basis). Composting has been evaluated as a means of managing these fines and yielding a nonreactive beneficial soil amendment. This report describes the regulatory logistical and feasibility of the following end-use options for the finished NC fines compost: (1) land application (with harvesting) by the installation; (2) providing local farmers with compost as a soil amendment; (3) application for mining reclamation; and (4) disposal of the compost in a landfill. Mining reclamation was not logistically feasible. All of the end-use options were found to be feasible with regard to regulatory constraints. Because finished NC compost is not specified in federal or Wisconsin state regulations for solid waste, the nonhazardous nature of the compost needs to be assured through demonstration of nonreactivity and/or chemical content determination. Based on predicted compost application rates, the anticipated 450 tons/year of compost would require approximately 320 acres/year of land. Based on preliminary site selection criteria, these land requirements appear to be achievable. Costs per ton of compost range from $20/ton for supply to local farmers to $90/ton for application by the installation.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1995
- Accession Number
- ADA304799
Entities
People
- J. M. Savage
- L. H. Myers
- W. L. Lowe
Organizations
- Weston Solutions (United States)