USDA Beltsville Agricultural Research Center
BARC West Campus || Photo by USDA Agricultural Research Service
Client
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Beltsville Agricultural Research Center
Location
Beltsville, MD
Year Completed
2025
Scope
Demolition of out-of-use buildings
Asbestos & lead abatement
Universal waste removal
Site safety controls & water management
The BARC campus is one of the largest agricultural research facilities in the world. RemacUSA, Inc. was contracted to demolish obsolete buildings to prepare the site for future development, while managing extensive environmental hazards in aging infrastructure.
Services Performed
✅ Structural Demolition
Careful takedown of multi-story masonry and steel-framed buildings using precision equipment to minimize impact to nearby facilities.
✅ Asbestos Abatement
Removal of pipe insulation, floor tile, roofing materials, and contaminated debris under full containment procedures in accordance with NESHAP standards.
✅ Lead-Based Paint Handling
Stabilization, removal, and compliant disposal of painted materials, with proper surface prep and final clearance.
✅ Universal Waste Disposal
Removal of mercury-containing bulbs, thermostats, and other regulated materials.
✅ Water Management & Safety
Standing water was present in multiple basements; RemacUSA pumped and filtered water, secured permits, and ensured worker protection in potentially contaminated zones.
Challenges & Solutions
Challenge
Heavy water accumulation in basement areas exposed asbestos materials and created a contaminated slurry.
Solution
RemacUSA implemented controlled pumping and HEPA-filtered negative air systems. All debris was hand-bagged or wet-vacuumed under negative pressure to prevent airborne fiber release.
Materials Recycled
Structural steel salvaged and transported to licensed recycler
Clean concrete crushed and reused as fill
Scrap piping and conduit separated as non-ferrous
Final Outcome
RemacUSA, Inc. successfully completed the demolition and environmental remediation of all buildings under USDA Contract No. 12305B24C0028, valued at $1,655,320. The project was delivered ahead of schedule and in full compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
All abatement work passed independent third-party clearance testing. Demolition debris was processed, documented, and disposed of at licensed Subtitle C and Subtitle D facilities. Recyclable metals and clean concrete were diverted from landfill through approved recycling channels.
The USDA expressed full satisfaction with RemacUSA’s performance, citing excellent communication, adherence to safety protocols, and efficient coordination with onsite personnel and inspectors.
