The site consists of three disposal areas that are located in the quarry, just east of the Des Plaines River. The first disposal area, which the IEPA reinspected in 1972, and found to be properly closed, contains non-hazardous wastes. In 1976, the IEPA discovered 10 to 15 uncovered barrels of waste in the second disposal area of the gravel pit. Of these, about half contained paint and solvent wastes. The District planned to convert the quarry into a 240-acre recreational lake.
Barbed wire surrounds the perimeter of the gravel pit.
Because contamination levels were low and site contaminants are not migrating, no potential health threats existed. Approximately 880 people live within a one mile radius of the site. The closest residence is an on-site trailer. This site was addressed through Federal and State actions. Because contamination levels were low and site contaminants are not migrating, no potential health threats existed.