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Bioremediation of Fuel Oil
Project Summary
A former #6 fuel oil underground storage tank area contained approximately
6,000 cubic yards of contaminated soil. Twelve (12) treatment cells were
constructed containing 500 cubic yards per cell. Initial Total Petroleum
Hydrocarbon (TPH) concentrations in the soil averaged 4,000 ppm. The
targeted level for closure is 100 ppm. BioWorld bioremediation technology was
selected as the most efficient and cost-effective solution for cleanup. Soluble
nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, in conjunction with hydrocarbon digesting
microbes, were added to the cells using a water truck on a monthly basis for 3
months. Mechanical discing of the cells was conducted to provide mixing and
aeration. Water was added to maintain an appropriate moisture content in the
cells. After 11 months, the average TPH concentration was reduced to acceptable
regulatory standards. The project is deemed complete with no further clean-up
action required.
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AVERAGE TPH CONCENTRATIONS VS. TIME
BIOREMEDIATION PROJECT
Madera, California
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