FGD sludge disposal manual. Final report

Technical Report · Mon Sep 01 04:00:00 EDT 1980

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5083476· OSTI ID:5083476

Knight, R. G.; Rothfuss, E. H.; Yard, K. D.

This manual is an update of the one published in January 1979. It incorporates the effects of the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) of June 1979, and those of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) to the extent that details are known as of May 19, 1980. Suggestions and guidance are provided to electric utility operators of lime, limestone, alkaline flyash, and double-alkali wet scrubbers in the processing and disposal of the waste product. A decision path diagram illustrates the options available to the operators, and explains the steps necessary to select a disposal system. Current practices in the US and other countries are briefly covered to illustrate trends and to supply possible sources of information for the utility industry. Major and trace components of the sludge are discussed along with their effects on processing and disposal. Methods are presented for estimating the quantity of waste which will be produced under a set of assumed conditions. Both wet (ponding) and dry (landfill) disposal alternatives are described and illustrated, along with site selection and design recommendations for both types. The problem of leachate from such areas is considered and means of prevention or control are evaluated. Options available for processing and disposal and the question of fixation/stabilization are considered in view of the existing regulations and the possible requirements of RCRA. The important subject of processing/disposal cost and the prospects for utilization are considered.

• Research Organization: Baker (Michael), Jr., Inc., Beaver, PA (USA)
• OSTI ID: 5083476
• Report Number(s): EPRI-CS-1515
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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