AOC H – Power Plant

AOC H is an abandoned building that operated as a power plant from 1941 to 1943. The building is thought to have formerly stored power generation equipment, and housed large diesel generators to provide electricity. Associated aboveground fuel storage tanks (ASTs) were located on the western side of the building, and had an estimated capacity of 2,000 to 3,000 gallons. From the 1960s to the 1980s, the building was used for fire-training operations by igniting diesel fuel over rubber tires inside the building to simulate a structure fire. A Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study is underway for AOC H. Investigation and Action: Environmental Baseline Survey Final Expanded PA/SI Phase II Seven Sites, 2001 Site Status Draft Remedial Investigation/Feasibility Study Report submitted that recommends No Further Action (April 2004). Regulatory review underway. Current Land Use Wildlife refuge