Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges

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UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

2005

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Table of Contents

List of Figures .ii

List of Tables .ii

Introduction .iii

Chapter I - Environmental and Regulatory Concerns at the Shooting Range I-1

1.0 Background . I-1

1.1 Lead Contamination’s Impact on Human Health and the Environment I-2

1.2 Legal Requirements & Court Rulings I-6

1.3 Benefits of Minimizing Lead’s Environmental Impact . I-12

Chapter II - Range Characteristics & Activities to Consider When Implementing BMPs . II-1

2.0 Background . II-1

2.1 Physical Characteristics . II-1

2.2 Operational Aspects . II-4

2.3 Planning a New Range . II-4

Chapter III - BMPs for Outdoor Ranges . III-1

3.0 Background . III-1

3.1 Bullet and Shot Containment Techniques (Step 1) . III-1

3.2 BMPs to Prevent Lead Migration (Step 2) III-5

3.3 Lead Removal and Recycling (Step 3) III-11

3.4 Documenting Activities and Record Keeping (Step 4) . III-17

3.5 Additional Economic Considerations . III-18

3.6 Summary of Key BMPs for Shooting Ranges III-18

3.7 Certificate of Recognition . III-18

References

Appendix A - Resources

Appendix B - Lead Shot Alternatives

Appendix C - Sample Bullet Containment Devices

Appendix D - RCRA Regulatory Requirements and Interpretations

Appendix E - Template for an Environmental Stewardship Plan for Management of Lead Shot/Bullets

Lists of Figures and Tables - ii