After the pile had been reformed, the material was actively composted for an additional 4 weeks. By this time, the majority of the energy in the material had been consumed, and the pile began the maturation phase of composting. Samples from the compost pile were tested for stability/maturity. Turning adjustments and temperature measurements were made to ensure that the active composting phase was completed. No runoff or leachate was observed during the composting process, with the exception of odors generated during initial mixing. Once the active composting phase completion was confirmed by laboratory stability analyses, the pile was covered with a tarp to protect it from rainfall during the winter months.