Baltimore–Back River Pelletech Facility National Attention to Surplus Biosolids Baltimore, Maryland’s Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant had a problem. Process challenges problems led them to store a large volume of biosolids, creating storage and odor issues. The City of Baltimore was served with an assessment that required the removal of more than 200,000 tons of biosolids within five months. As part of the biosolids removal plan, the compost facility contractor sought to use dewatered biosolids on a Louisiana farm. More than 5,000 tons of biosolids were loaded onto railcars, but only some of the biosolids were used in Louisiana. The train traveled the country looking for an appropriate disposal site, creating negative attention across the nation. Baltimore and its residents needed a

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