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October 2009 Enewsletter - Gasoline Pipeline Release Solutions

The Situation

One of the most common sources of soil and water contamination is ruptured underground pipelines. Piedmont Geologic recently assessed a site in the Southeast where gasoline released into a shallow aquifer near a major river. A deeper aquifer providing drinking water was also threatened.

The Challenge

The challenge to remediate the site was three-fold:
–Contain migration of gasoline on the water table to the river
–Identify and mitigate the impact on the municipal water supply
–Identify the lateral and vertical spread of contamination resulting from the release

The Solution

After quickly assessing the situation, Piedmont Geologic implemented a containment and long-term remediation plan. Through riverbank recovery efforts, seepage into the river has been largely mitigated. State and Federal authorities have expressed satisfaction regarding the efforts of Piedmont Geologic at the site.

Read more case studies here.

Concerned about pipelines or USTs at your site? Contact Piedmont Geologic at 919-854-9700.

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