LINE 8 AMMO LAP (FUZE/ROCKET)

 

SITE DESCRIPTION

The IRP site consists of the contamination from past munition production. Any contamination from current or future activities will be addressed under compliance (non-ER,A funding).

Line 8 was a production Line that was constructed in 1941 and was used during World War II to produce Amatol (an explosive mixture of ammonium nitrate and TNT). The Emergency Export Co. utilized the ammonium nitrate crystallization equipment to produce fertilizer to support the Marshall Plan. Subsequent activities were fuze and rocket igniter load, assemble and pack operations. Prior to closing of the production activities around 1950, Line 8 consisted of four process buildings, a gate house, and tank farm to store ammonium nitrate liquor. Ammunition inspection activities took place from 1976 to 1993. Only two buildings remain and will no longer be maintained or used by the Army (modified caretaker status).

The PA/SI was completed in 1991, and an initial RI was completed in May 1996. The Interim ROD requires the removal of approximately 476cy of lead-contaminated soil. This soil will be taken to the Inert Disposal Area (IAAP-020) and sorted by contaminant level and type.

This site was designated for No Further Action as documented in the Phase 4 Soil Remediation Action Report. There was no contamination found above action levels.

The Army has determined that the facilities at this Line are excess and will pursue non-ER,A funding for building demolition and debris removal, which is listed as an option in the PBC. Additional evaluation of soil beneath the slabs will be required after the demolition. 

CLEANUP STRATEGY

This site is considered Response Complete and requires no further action under the IRP per the Phase 4 Soil Remedial Action Report.  No contamination found above action levels.