What is required of contaminated soil excavated from a HOT site?

Contaminated soil excavated from a Heating Oil Tank (HOT) site is required to be disposed of at a Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approved landfill. This procedure is essential for ensuring environmental protection and public safety. The DEQ approved landfills are specifically designed to handle potentially hazardous waste, as they are regulated and monitored to prevent contamination of surrounding land and water sources.

Disposing of contaminated soil in an approved facility helps in managing and mitigating the risks associated with soil contamination, including potential impacts on human health and the environment. Such disposal methods ensure that the contaminated materials are treated according to state and federal guidelines, which are in place for responsible waste management.

In contrast, treating the soil on-site could lead to inadequate remediation, and burning it would create harmful emissions and regulatory violations. Burying contaminated soil without covering it would not only fail to contain the pollutants but could also lead to further leaching into the groundwater, causing long-term environmental damage.