Hazardous Waste Disposal for Military Bases
Comprehensive Hazardous Waste Management Services for Department of Defense Installations Nationwide
Military installations and defense facilities generate diverse hazardous waste from training operations, weapons systems maintenance, vehicle and aircraft operations, and facility support. From petroleum products and solvents to specialized military chemicals and equipment maintenance waste, proper disposal must meet strict federal and DoD requirements. Hazardous Waste Disposal provides expert waste management services tailored to military installation needs and defense procurement processes.
Call (800) 582-4833 for military base waste services or email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com
Understanding Military Base Hazardous Waste
Military installations are among the most complex waste generators due to diverse missions, specialized equipment, large-scale operations, and unique military materials. Proper waste management supports mission readiness, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and community relations.
Why Military Waste Management Matters:
EPA RCRA regulations fully apply to DoD
Federal Facilities Compliance Act
DoD environmental directives and instructions
Mission readiness and operational capability
Training range sustainability
Installation restoration program compliance
Community relations and environmental justice
Congressional oversight
Budget accountability
Security and safety requirements
Environmental cleanup liability
Permit requirements
Common Military Base Waste Streams:
Petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL)
Aircraft maintenance waste
Vehicle and equipment maintenance waste
Weapons system maintenance waste
Paints and coatings (specialized military)
Solvents and degreasers
Contaminated materials and shop waste
Laboratory chemicals
Medical waste (base hospitals/clinics)
Ammunition and explosives waste (specialized)
Training range waste
Contaminated soil and remediation waste
Universal waste (batteries, lamps, electronics)
Legacy waste and contamination
Installation closure waste (BRAC)
Types of Military Installations We Serve
Army Installations
U.S. Army facilities:
Training Bases:
Fort Benning, Fort Bragg, Fort Campbell, etc.
Basic and advanced training
Maneuver training
Live-fire exercises
Equipment operations
Combat Arms Installations:
Infantry divisions
Armor units
Artillery units
Aviation units
Special operations
Logistics & Maintenance:
Depots and arsenals
Maintenance facilities
Supply centers
Equipment overhaul facilities
Specialized Facilities:
Ammunition plants
Proving grounds
Research facilities
Medical centers
Waste generated:
Vehicle maintenance (tanks, trucks, tactical vehicles)
Aircraft maintenance (helicopters, fixed-wing)
Weapons cleaning and maintenance
POL products (large volumes)
Paints and corrosion control
Solvents and degreasers
Ammunition manufacturing/demil waste
Range cleanup materials
Training area contamination
Medical facility waste
Navy & Marine Corps Installations
Naval and Marine facilities:
Naval Stations & Bases:
Ship homeports
Aircraft carriers
Submarine bases
Surface ship facilities
Port operations
Naval Air Stations:
Carrier-based aircraft
Maritime patrol
Helicopters
Maintenance and repair
Marine Corps Bases:
Infantry training
Aviation operations
Amphibious operations
Logistics bases
Shipyards & Maintenance:
Naval shipyards
Fleet maintenance facilities
Ship repair
Submarine maintenance
Specialized Facilities:
Explosive ordnance disposal (EOD)
SEAL team facilities
Marine Expeditionary Units
Medical facilities
Waste generated:
Aircraft maintenance (carrier aircraft, helicopters)
Ship maintenance waste
Jet fuel and POL products
Specialized coatings and paints
Hydraulic fluids (aircraft, ships)
Solvents and degreasers
Bilge waste coordination
Electrical equipment waste
Weapons systems maintenance
Amphibious vehicle maintenance
Air Force Bases
U.S. Air Force installations:
Air Bases:
Fighter wings
Bomber wings
Tanker wings
Airlift wings
Training wings
Specialized Facilities:
Missile bases (ICBM)
Space Force facilities
Test and evaluation
Research laboratories
Air Force medical centers
Maintenance Facilities:
Aircraft maintenance
Depot-level maintenance
Engine overhaul
Equipment repair
Waste generated:
Aircraft maintenance (fighters, bombers, transports)
Jet fuel (JP-8) and POL products
Hydraulic fluids (extensive use)
Specialized aerospace coatings
Cleaning solvents
Corrosion control materials
Missile system waste
Electronic systems waste
Engine maintenance waste
Deicing chemicals
Joint Bases
Multi-service installations:
Joint Base Lewis-McChord (Army/Air Force)
Joint Base San Antonio (Air Force/Army)
Joint Base Charleston (Air Force/Navy)
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (Navy/Air Force)
Others nationwide
Waste characteristics:
Combined waste streams from multiple services
Coordinated waste management
Larger volumes
Diverse waste types
National Guard Facilities
State National Guard installations:
Army National Guard armories
Air National Guard bases
Training sites
Maintenance facilities
Waste generated:
Vehicle and aircraft maintenance
Equipment maintenance
Facility maintenance
Generally smaller volumes than active installations
Defense Logistics Agency Sites
DLA facilities:
Distribution centers
Storage depots
Disposition services
Fuel facilities
Waste generated:
Fuel storage operations
Equipment maintenance
Warehouse operations
Disposal operations support
Common Military Base Waste Materials
Petroleum, Oils & Lubricants (POL)
Large volume waste stream:
Used Oils:
Motor oil (vehicles, generators, equipment)
Turbine oil (aircraft engines)
Hydraulic oil (aircraft, vehicles, weapons systems)
Gear oil (transmissions, differentials)
Compressor oil
Transformer oil
Characteristics:
Very large volumes at major installations
Often recyclable as used oil
Testing required (halogen content)
Proper segregation important
Clean oil free recycling possible
Typical volumes:
Large air base: 50,000-200,000 gallons/year
Large army base: 30,000-150,000 gallons/year
Naval station: 40,000-180,000 gallons/year
Management:
Maximize used oil recycling (free/low cost)
Keep clean and segregated
Contaminated oil requires disposal
Significant cost savings through recycling
Jet Fuel & Aviation Fuels
Military aviation fuels:
JP-8 (primary military jet fuel)
JP-5 (Navy carrier operations)
Aviation gasoline (Avgas)
Contaminated fuel
Fuel tank bottoms
Fuel-water separator waste
Becomes waste:
Off-specification fuel
Contaminated fuel
Tank cleaning residues
Spill cleanup materials
Filter elements
Characteristics:
Flammable (D001)
Large volumes possible
Requires proper handling
Aircraft Maintenance Waste
From military aviation:
Hydraulic Fluids:
MIL-spec hydraulic fluids (MIL-PRF-83282, etc.)
Large volumes on aircraft
Regular servicing requirements
Flight control systems
Landing gear
Weapons systems
Solvents & Cleaners:
Stoddard solvent
Safety solvents
Degreasing compounds
Parts cleaning
Precision cleaning
Coatings:
Corrosion control coatings
Camouflage paints
Specialized aerospace coatings
Chromate-containing (being phased out)
Primers and topcoats
Other Materials:
Oxygen system fluids
Hydraulic contaminated materials
Engine wash waste
Composite materials
Sealants and adhesives
Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance Waste
From military vehicle fleets:
Tactical Vehicles:
HMMWV (Humvee)
MRAP vehicles
Light tactical vehicles
Heavy trucks
Combat Vehicles:
Tanks (M1 Abrams)
Bradley fighting vehicles
Armored personnel carriers
Self-propelled artillery
Support Equipment:
Generators
Construction equipment
Material handling equipment
Ground support equipment
Waste generated:
Engine oils
Transmission fluids
Coolants/antifreeze
Hydraulic fluids
Brake fluid
Diesel fuel
Greases
Cleaning solvents
Contaminated shop materials
Weapons System Maintenance Waste
From weapons and ordnance:
Small Arms:
Cleaning solvents
Lubricating oils
Bore cleaner
Carbon removers
CLP (cleaner, lubricant, protectant)
Heavy Weapons:
Artillery cleaning materials
Fire control system fluids
Hydraulic fluids
Specialized lubricants
Missile Systems:
Hydraulic fluids
Guidance system materials
Specialized chemicals
Testing materials
Characteristics:
Specialized military formulations
Security considerations
Proper handling required
Paints & Corrosion Control
Military coatings:
Aircraft Coatings:
Specialized aerospace paints
Chromate primers (legacy, being phased out)
Polyurethane topcoats
Camouflage schemes
Anti-corrosion treatments
Vehicle Coatings:
CARC (Chemical Agent Resistant Coating)
Camouflage paints
Corrosion preventive compounds (CPC)
Tactical colors
Facility Coatings:
Structural paints
Equipment coatings
Maintenance paints
Characteristics:
May contain heavy metals (chromium, lead - older)
Specialized formulations
Large volumes
Strict application requirements
Range & Training Area Waste
From firing ranges and training:
Lead:
Bullet impact berms
Lead-contaminated soil
Small arms range cleanup
Regular removal required
Other Metals:
Copper jackets
Steel casings
Shrapnel
Explosives Residues:
TNT, RDX, HMX
Training munitions residues
Specialized cleanup required
Management:
Range cleanup programs
Soil excavation and disposal
Specialized disposal facilities
Ongoing maintenance
Installation Restoration Waste
From environmental cleanup:
Contaminated Soil:
Petroleum contamination
Solvent contamination
Heavy metals
Chlorinated solvents (historic)
Pesticides (old storage areas)
POL area contamination
Groundwater Treatment:
Pump and treat systems
Carbon filters
Treatment residuals
Contaminated water
Building Cleanup:
Asbestos (coordination)
Lead paint
PCBs
Mercury
Large volumes during IRP projects
Laboratory Chemicals
From base laboratories:
Medical Labs:
Clinical laboratory chemicals
Pathology chemicals
Microbiology media
Preservatives
Environmental Labs:
Analytical reagents
Testing chemicals
Standards
Research Labs:
Various chemicals
Experimental materials
Specialized compounds
Medical Waste
From military medical facilities:
Pharmaceutical waste
Chemotherapy drugs (some facilities)
Laboratory chemicals
Formaldehyde and preservatives
X-ray chemicals (declining)
Disinfectants
Mercury devices (being phased out)
Similar to civilian hospitals
Universal Waste
Extensive at military bases:
Batteries (vehicles, equipment, UPS, backup)
Fluorescent lamps (large facilities)
Mercury devices (switches, thermostats)
Electronics (computers, communications, test equipment)
Lead-acid batteries (large quantities)
PCB Materials
Legacy equipment:
PCB transformers (pre-1979)
PCB capacitors
Electrical equipment
Still found at older installations
Removal programs ongoing
Military Base Waste Regulations
Federal Facilities Compliance Act (FFCA)
Applies to DoD:
DoD subject to same EPA regulations as private sector
State inspection and enforcement authority
Waives sovereign immunity
Compliance required
Penalties can apply
EPA RCRA Regulations
Generator requirements:
Military bases typically Large Quantity Generators (LQG)
Generate >1,000 kg/month hazardous waste
90-day accumulation limit
Full RCRA compliance required
EPA ID number required
Personnel training mandatory
Contingency plans
Weekly inspections
Complete record keeping
DoD Environmental Directives
Department of Defense requirements:
DoD Instruction 4715.05:
Environmental compliance
Hazardous waste management
Pollution prevention
Environmental management systems
Service-Specific Regulations:
Army regulations (AR 200-1)
Navy instructions (OPNAVINST 5090.1)
Air Force instructions (AFI 32-7042)
Marine Corps orders
Installation Restoration Program (IRP)
DoD cleanup program:
Contaminated site investigation
Remedial actions
Long-term monitoring
Community involvement
Federal facility agreement compliance
Range Sustainment
Training range requirements:
Range management
Munitions constituents cleanup
Lead management
Best management practices
Long-term sustainability
Security Requirements
Installation access:
Background checks required
Security clearances (some facilities)
Base access procedures
Installation passes
Escort requirements
Vehicle inspection
Restricted area protocols
We maintain necessary clearances
State Regulations
State authority applies:
State hazardous waste regulations
State inspections
Permits and notifications
May be more stringent than federal
Compliance required under FFCA
Our Military Base Waste Services
Installation-Wide Waste Management
Comprehensive base service:
All waste streams
Multiple generation points
Coordinated pickup schedules
Consistent procedures
Single point of contact
Consolidated billing and reporting
POL (Petroleum, Oils & Lubricants) Management
Complete POL services:
Used oil collection and recycling
Bulk fuel disposal
Contaminated fuel management
Fuel-water separator waste
Tank bottom disposal
Large volume capability
Free recycling for clean used oil saves significant costs
Aircraft Maintenance Waste
Aviation-specific services:
Hydraulic fluid disposal
Solvents and cleaners
Aerospace coating waste
Engine wash waste
Contaminated materials
Filter elements
Specialized handling
Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance
Fleet maintenance waste:
Shop waste collection
Oil and fluid disposal/recycling
Solvent waste
Contaminated materials
Filters and batteries
Paint waste
Large volume capability
Weapons System Maintenance Waste
Specialized materials:
Weapons cleaning materials
Small arms cleaning waste
Heavy weapons maintenance waste
Specialized chemicals
Security-compliant handling
Laboratory Pack Services
For base laboratories:
Medical lab waste
Environmental lab waste
Research lab waste
Proper segregation
DOT-compliant packing
Unknown chemical ID
Complete documentation
Universal Waste Programs
Base-wide universal waste:
Battery collection (all types, large volumes)
Lamp recycling (extensive facility lighting)
Mercury device collection
Electronics recycling
Multiple collection points
Regular schedules
Complete compliance
Range & Training Area Cleanup
Range maintenance:
Lead-contaminated soil disposal
Range cleanup support
Bullet impact berm material
Training area contamination
Large volume capability
Specialized disposal
Installation Restoration Support
IRP project services:
Contaminated soil disposal
Groundwater treatment waste
Building cleanup waste
Tank closure support
Large-scale remediation
Federal facility agreement compliance
Complete documentation
PCB Waste Disposal
Legacy equipment removal:
PCB transformer disposal
PCB testing
TSCA-compliant disposal
Complete documentation
Removal coordination
Paint & Coating Waste
Military coating disposal:
CARC paint waste
Chromate-containing materials
Aerospace coatings
Facility paint waste
Large accumulated quantities
Aerosol can disposal
Medical Waste Services
Military medical facilities:
Pharmaceutical disposal
Laboratory chemicals
Formaldehyde waste
Medical equipment waste
Chemotherapy waste (where applicable)
Emergency Response
24/7 emergency services:
Spills and releases
Equipment failures
Training incidents
Natural disaster cleanup
Rapid response
Mission continuity support
BRAC Support
Base Realignment and Closure:
Complete waste removal
Facility decontamination
Environmental cleanup
Equipment disposal
Transfer-ready condition
Final closure support
Training & Consultation
Installation support:
RCRA compliance training
DoD directive compliance
Waste management procedures
Unit environmental coordinator support
Inspection preparation
Best management practices
Military Base Disposal Costs
Military pricing considerations:
Competitive with federal sector
Volume discounts (large quantities)
Annual contract pricing
Multi-installation contracts
Mission support focus
Typical Pricing:
POL Products:
Clean used oil: Often FREE recycling
Contaminated oil: $2-$6 per gallon
Hydraulic fluids: $3-$8 per gallon
Jet fuel waste: $3-$10 per gallon
Antifreeze: $2-$6 per gallon
Aircraft Maintenance:
Solvents: $5-$15 per gallon
Hydraulic contaminated materials: $150-$500 per drum
Aerospace coatings: $5-$12 per gallon
Vehicle Maintenance:
Used oil: Often FREE recycling
Shop waste: $150-$500 per drum
Paint waste: $3-$10 per gallon
Laboratory Chemicals:
Lab pack (55-gallon drum): $1,000-$2,500
Medical lab waste: $800-$2,000 per drum
Universal Waste:
Fluorescent lamps: $0.15-$0.50 per linear foot
Lead-acid batteries: Usually FREE recycling
Other batteries: Varies by type
Range Cleanup:
Lead-contaminated soil: $150-$600 per ton
Depends on lead concentration
Installation Restoration:
Contaminated soil: $100-$600 per ton
Varies by contamination type
Large projects: Volume pricing
Bulk Services:
Tanker service: $1,500-$5,000 per load plus disposal
Roll-off service: $800-$3,000 per load plus disposal
Annual Installation Costs:
Small Army/Air National Guard Base:
Annual total: $50,000-$200,000
Medium Army Post:
Annual total: $300,000-$1,000,000
Large Air Force Base:
Annual total: $500,000-$2,000,000
Major Naval Station:
Annual total: $800,000-$3,000,000
Large Army Installation (Fort Hood, Fort Bragg, etc.):
Annual total: $1,000,000-$5,000,000+
IRP Project (Large Remediation):
Project cost: $500,000-$10,000,000+
Call (800) 582-4833 for military installation pricing
Waste Minimization for Military Bases
DoD Requirements
Mandated programs:
Pollution prevention (P2) required
Waste reduction goals
Sustainability requirements
Environmental management systems
Metrics and tracking
Executive order compliance
Source Reduction
Reduce generation:
Better inventory management
Eliminate unnecessary materials
Process improvements
Less hazardous alternatives
Extended product life
Employee training
POL Management
Oil recycling focus:
Maximize used oil recycling
Oil analysis programs
Extend oil change intervals
Keep oil clean
Proper storage
Free recycling saves significant money
Proper Segregation
Keep streams separate:
Clean oil separate from contaminated
Different waste types separated
Enable recycling opportunities
Reduce disposal costs
Maximize resource recovery
Green Purchasing
Environmentally preferable products:
Less hazardous alternatives
Lower VOC products
Water-based options
Longer-life materials
Federal green purchasing requirements
Training & Awareness
Personnel programs:
Train all personnel
Unit environmental coordinators
Shop-level training
Pollution prevention awareness
Cost savings emphasis
Mission impact
Equipment Maintenance
Extend equipment life:
Preventive maintenance
Proper operation
Oil analysis
Condition-based maintenance
Reduces waste and costs
Common Military Base Scenarios
Large Air Force Base
A major air force base with fighter wings generates 100,000 gallons annually of used oil, hydraulic fluids, jet fuel waste, solvents, and maintenance materials. We provide weekly pickup under annual contract.
Annual waste: 100,000 gallons + materials
Annual cost: $400,000-$1,000,000 (much lower with oil recycling)
Army Training Installation
A large Army training base (Fort Benning-scale) generates vehicle maintenance waste, range cleanup materials, POL products, and facility maintenance waste. We provide comprehensive installation-wide service.
Annual waste: Large volumes, diverse
Annual cost: $1,500,000-$4,000,000
Naval Air Station
A naval air station with carrier-based aircraft squadrons generates aircraft maintenance waste, POL products, specialized hydraulic fluids, and facility waste. We provide weekly service.
Annual waste: 80,000 gallons + materials
Annual cost: $500,000-$1,500,000
Marine Corps Base
A Marine Corps base with infantry and aviation units generates vehicle and aircraft maintenance waste, weapons cleaning materials, and training area waste. We provide bi-weekly service.
Annual waste: Mixed materials
Annual cost: $400,000-$1,200,000
Army National Guard Armory
A state Army National Guard armory with vehicle maintenance generates used oil, solvents, and maintenance waste. We provide quarterly pickup.
Quarterly waste: 500-1,000 gallons
Quarterly cost: $1,500-$4,000
Installation Restoration Project
A major Army installation is conducting IRP remediation of contaminated soil from old fuel storage areas. We provide disposal of 5,000 tons of petroleum-contaminated soil.
Project: 5,000 tons
Project cost: $1,000,000-$3,000,000
BRAC Base Closure
A closing Air Force base requires complete environmental cleanup including all waste removal, facility decontamination, and site remediation for property transfer. Multi-year project.
Total project: Comprehensive
Project cost: $5,000,000-$20,000,000+
Why Military Bases Choose Us
Military Experience
Over 30 years serving DoD installations. We understand military operations, missions, and requirements.
Security Clearances
We maintain necessary security clearances and credentials for base access and restricted areas.
Mission Focus
We understand waste management supports mission readiness. Reliable service when needed.
DoD Compliance Expertise
Complete knowledge of RCRA, DoD directives, and service-specific regulations.
Large-Scale Capability
Equipment and capacity to serve major military installations. Not overwhelmed by volume.
POL Recycling Specialists
Maximize used oil recycling to save significant costs. Critical for large military volumes.
Multi-Installation Service
Coordinated service across multiple bases. Consistent procedures and consolidated reporting.
Emergency Response
24/7 availability for military emergencies. Rapid response capability.
Installation Restoration Support
Experience with IRP projects and federal facility agreements. Long-term remediation support.
Competitive Pricing
Cost-effective service for defense budgets. Volume discounts and contract rates.
Best Practices for Military Base Waste
Regulatory Compliance
LQG compliance required
90-day accumulation limits
Proper labeling and dating
Weekly inspections
Annual training
Contingency plans current
DoD directive compliance
Pollution Prevention
Active P2 programs required
Document reduction efforts
Track metrics
Meet DoD goals
Cost savings benefit
Proper Segregation
Keep waste streams separate
Enable recycling
Clean oil separate
Reduce disposal costs
Maximize resource recovery
Personnel Training
Annual RCRA training
Unit environmental coordinators
Shop-level training
Job-specific training
DoD requirements
Documentation maintained
Security Procedures
Proper base access
Escort coordination when required
Credential maintenance
Restricted area protocols
Classified material handling (when applicable)
Record Keeping
Maintain manifests (3+ years minimum)
Disposal certificates
Training records
Inspection logs
Waste determinations
P2 documentation
Audit-ready files
Emergency Preparedness
Spill response procedures
Emergency contacts current
Equipment available
Base emergency services coordination
Regular drills
Range Management
Regular range cleanup
Lead management programs
Munitions constituents monitoring
Sustainable range practices
Long-term maintenance
Getting Started
Initial Assessment
We'll evaluate:
Installation type and mission
Current waste streams
Generation rates across installation
Existing practices
Compliance status
Opportunities for improvement
Contract requirements
Military Contracting
Contract options:
Direct installation contracts
Defense Logistics Agency contracts
Installation support contracts
Multi-installation agreements
We understand defense procurement
Service Setup
We provide:
Appropriate containers and equipment
Proper labels
DoD-compliant procedures
Service schedules
Security credential processing
Emergency contacts
Training support
Ongoing Partnership
We work with your team:
Installation environmental office
Contracting officers
Directorate of Public Works (DPW)
Mission units
Safety office
Installation commander's staff
Get Started with Military Base Waste Services
Call (800) 582-4833 or email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com
What to have ready:
Installation name and location
Military branch
Installation size and mission
Types of waste generated
Approximate monthly/annual quantities
Current disposal practices
Contract vehicle needs
Security requirements
Contracting officer contact (if available)
We'll provide:
Free consultation and assessment
Installation-wide service plan
DoD-compliant pricing
Equipment recommendations
POL recycling evaluation
Contract options discussion
Written proposal
Security clearance processing
Service agreement
Services available:
Installation-wide waste management
POL management and recycling
Aircraft maintenance waste
Vehicle and equipment maintenance
Weapons system maintenance waste
Laboratory pack services
Universal waste programs
Range and training area cleanup
Installation restoration support
PCB waste disposal
Paint and coating waste
Medical waste services
Emergency response
BRAC support
Training and consultation
Multi-installation service
Annual contract pricing
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