Compost Compaction Evaluation.
Abstract
The U.S. Army Environmental Center (USAEC) recently completed a demonstration of windrow composting of explosives- contaminated soils at Umatilla Depot Activity (UMDA) in Hermiston, Oregon. This demonstration represented the second phase of field studies conducted at UMDA, and was part of an ongoing effort to develop a composting system which can provide an economical and effective alternative to incineration for the treatment of explosives- contaminated soils and sediments. Most of the research, engineering, and technology development associated with these composting studies have addressed chemical and microbiological aspects of the composting process, including contaminant removal efficiencies, optimal operating conditions, and amendment selection. Less effort has been devoted to developing materials handling strategies. Efficient storage, handling, and disposal of compost, soil, and amendments have been minor concerns in the field-scale demonstrations, but they will become increasingly complex and warrant considerable attention in full-scale operations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA350710
Entities
Organizations
- Weston Solutions (United States)