Hazardous Waste Surface Impoundment Technology
Publication: Journal of Environmental Engineering
Volume 111, Issue 5
Abstract
The design, construction and performance data for hazardous waste surface impoundments (SIs) at nine facilities were reviewed, and actual and projected performances were compared. Discussions were also held with four design engineering firms, one waste management company, one liner installer/fabricator, and regulatory agencies in three states. The following were identified as being essential in achieving good site performance: (1) Siting in suitable geological formation; (2) continuity of the geotechnical support throughout the project planning, site investigation, design, and construction; (3) construction supervision to ensure adherence to specifications; (4) compaction of clay wet of optimum to eliminate air space; (5) consideration of compatibility with waste in selecting liner material; (6) rigorous QA/QC to ensure adequate design and proper liner installation; and (7) providing and maintaining protective cover for liners.
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References
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Ghassemi, M., et al., “Assessment of Technology for Constructing and Installing Cover and Bottom Liner Systems for Hazardous Waste Facilities; Volume I—Data Base Development: Perspectives of Industry Experts, State Regulators, and Owners and Operators, and Volume II—Technical Analysis,” Final Report, prepared by TRW, Inc. for EPA under Contract No. 68‐02‐3174, Work Assignment No. 109, Apr., (Vol. II)—May (Vol. I), 1983, p. 424.
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Ghassemi, M., Haro, M., and Fargo, L., “Assessment of Hazardous Waste Surface Impoundment Technology: Case Studies and Perspectives of Experts,” EPA‐600/S2‐84‐173, Jan., 1985, p. 300 (NTIS PB 85‐117059).
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“Surface Impoundment National Report,” U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Drinking Water, Washington, D.C., EPA 570/9‐83‐002, Dec., 1983, p. 84.
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Journal of Environmental Engineering
Volume 111 • Issue 5 • October 1985
Pages: 602 - 617
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Copyright © 1985 ASCE.
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Published online: Oct 1, 1985
Published in print: Oct 1985
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