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Dennis R. Downs, Executive Secretary
State ofUtah
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Solid and Hazardotis Waste
288 North 1460 West
P. 0. Box 144880
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-4880
Dear Mr. Downs
Subject: Request for renewal of RD&D Permit dated June 16,1994 for Thiokol
Corporation EPA # UTD009081357
Thiokol Corporation requests a one year renewal of our RD&D Permit as authorized in 40 CFR
270.65(d) to complete our study of Solid Rocket Motor Disposal (SRMD). This renewal is
needed to allow a more thorough study and gain additional processing data which will help us
make a reasonable decision on the feasibility of such a process on a larger scale.
As you may be aware, we have only recently been able to begin processing our first full scale
motor because of construction, permit and tank certification delays. Our first attempt at
cryogenic washout resulted in a flash which delayed the processing even more during the
investigation into the cause ofthe flash. This investigation is not yet complete, and will
determine if the washout portion ofthis operation continues.
Despite our inability to predict the future ofthe project at this time, we are submitting this
request to allow ample time for the State to review the request and hold public meetings if
required. Ifyou have any questions or need additional clarification, please contact Gene Curtis at
863-4479.
P.O. 3ox 6B9. Brigham dry. UT 84302-0689 (SOU 663-3511
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D. R. Downs
10 April 1995
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including the possibility of fines and imprisonment of knowing violations."
Sincerely
J. D. Thompson, Director
Safety, Environmental, and Support
cc: G. L. Mower
A. K. Lemon