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Using biosolids for reclamation and remediation of disturbed soils.

What Are Biosolids?

High Nitrogen Biosolids
Low Nitrogen Biosolids
Biosolids Composts

Low-Tech Compost Production Methods
Materials For Composting

Uses For Biosolids

Determining The Problems

Ph
Soil Fertility
Soil Physical Properties
Trace Metal Concentrations
Metal Toxicity

Combination Of Factors

Why Use Biosolids?

How Biosolids Work

Fertility
Ph
Soil Physical Properties
Trace Metal Toxicity

Use Of Biosolids With Other Materials

Lime Or Residuals With High Calcium Carbonate Equivalent (CCE)
Residuals With High C:N Ratios
Correcting Micronutrient Imbalances

Obtaining Biosolids

EPA Officials
Survey
Municipalities
Private Companies
How Much Do Biosolids Cost?

Design And Permitting Process

Determining Appropriate Biosolids Rates

Rates Determined By Depth Of Application
Nitrogen Management

Ph Adjustment

Procedure
High Sulfur Sites

Regulations And Guidelines

40 CFR 503
State Regulations

Permitting Process
Public Acceptance

Methods Of Applying Biosolids

Dump Truck And Dozer
Application Vehicle With Cannon
Application Vehicle With Rear Discharge
Side Cast Spreader
Manure-Type Spreader
Incorporation
Operator

Seeding/Planting

Immediate Seeding
Delayed Seeding
Appropriate Seed Mixtures

Appendix A: EPA Regional Biosolids Coordinators
Appendix B: Successful Projects