Economic Analysis of the Implementation of Permeable Reactive Barriers for Remediation of Contaminated Ground Water

Abstract

This report presents an analysis of the cost of using permeable reactive barriers to remediate contaminated ground water. When possible, these costs are compared with the cost of pump-and-treat technology for similar situations. Permeable reactive barriers are no longer perceived as an innovative remediation technology but are rapidly maturing and may be considered as a standard remediation technology, similar to pump-and-treat. PRB cost information was obtained from a variety of sources, including reports, surveys, and interviews. Costs were broken out into four general categories: site characterization, design, construction, and operation and maintenance. Subcategories within these four further detailed the costs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA487819

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  • Patricia D. Powell
  • Robert M. Powell
  • Robert W. Puls

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  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

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  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Cost Analysis
  • Cost Effectiveness
  • Cost Estimates
  • Department Of Defense
  • Economic Analysis
  • Environmental Pollutants
  • Environmental Protection
  • Groundwater
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Maintenance Costs
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  • United States
  • Water Resources
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  • Groundwater Contamination Remediation.
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  • Systems Analysis and Design