The client, A-Line EDS, is a unique company with a unique engineering project. They provide environmentally sound decommissioning, removal, and recycling of transformers and electrical equipment. As part of their efforts to continually improve their operations, A-Line wanted to provide a better method of storing scrap metal that they stockpile onsite until it can be recycled.  Although unlikely, the metal in the stockpile has the potential to contain residual oil and A-Line wanted to prevent possible commingling of the oil with stormwater runoff.  The solution was to provide a geosynthetic-lined containment system for the scrap metal stockpile that is above and beyond the standard for the industry. 

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The engineering design of the scrap metal containment system included the following:

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• Hydrologic evaluations 

• Stormwater hydrograph and routing analysis

• Liner system strength and integrity evaluation

• Oil-water separator sizing and selection

• Area drain design

• Gravity drainage pipe layout and sizing

• Site plans and grading 

• Retention pond expansion 

• Bid assistance

• Consulting during construction activities

 

The project was successfully completed in Spring 2019 and A-Line continues to lead their industry in it's environmental practices.