between 1940 and 1978 to store various construction materials including waste oil, tar and asphalt. The Navy hauled out nearly 4,440 tons of contaminated soil, debris and concrete along with dozens of 55-gallon drums containing petroleum products and non-hazardous liquids. The record of decision was signed in August. Because the materials were above ground, there was never a danger of toxic materials leaking into the groundwater and getting off site. Areas of concern AOC 1 is a former debris disposal area located just west of Chapman Road within two ravines associated with unnamed tributaries to Jones Mill Pond. Wood and metal debris outcrop from the banks of the ravines, with debris being more extensive within the southern ravine. There is orange staining in the unnamed tributary that receives runoff from the southern ravine. This discoloration may be a result of natural oxidation processes and is not necessarily indicative of site contamination. AOC 2 was discovered during site visits performed by LANTDIV, USEPA, VDEQ, and Baker in late 1997 and early 1998. The area is situated in woods, north of Garrison Road, along the southern perimeter of CAX. The area contains several rows of concrete foundation piers which at one time apparently supported a shipping house associated with the former Penniman shell-loading plant. The majority of the structures associated with the Penniman facility was demolished somewhere between 1918 and 1925. There is no evidence of the structure other than the foundation piers. However, grass-covered lanes that lead to the area are likely locations of former rail lines that have been removed. Several glass bottles (many of that are labeled dextrose) were present both upon the ground surface and partially buried. In addition, several partially buried drums (apparently empty) were also noted. Mounds of soil that are present may also be indicative of buried materials. One buried drum (which can be seen through a void in the ground) is present to the east of the abandoned foundation. It is suspected that additional buried drums may be located in this area. AOC 3 – CAD 11/12 pond bank: AOC 3 consists of an approximately 20 foot by 20 foot by 10 foot high pile of metal banding along the north bank of the unnamed pond, north of D Street. The pond is situated between Buildings 11 and 12. This area, which also contains a few empty drums, is adjacent to Site 4. AOC