If a bin for storing munition waste is full, to where is it sent for disposal?

When a bin for storing munition waste is full, it is sent to a treatment, storage, and disposal facility (TSDF) for proper disposal. TSDFs are specially designed facilities that handle hazardous waste in compliance with regulatory requirements. They are equipped to treat, store, and dispose of various types of waste safely and effectively, ensuring that it does not pose a risk to human health or the environment.

TSDFs typically have the necessary permits and follow strict operational protocols to manage different kinds of hazardous materials, including munition waste. This ensures that the waste is dealt with in a manner that aligns with federal, state, and local regulations. The safety and environmental protection measures in place at TSDFs make them the most appropriate destination for disposing of hazardous waste rather than options like local landfills, incineration facilities, or recycling centers, which may not be equipped to manage such materials safely.