Most of the surface of the Wastebeds is covered with a variety of vegetation, including grasses, brush, and trees. Honeywell and SUNY-ESF are collaborating on a project exploring the feasibility of growing willow trees on the site (seewww.esf.edu/communications/news/2007/02.01.shrubs.htm).
In addition, Wastebed #13 is planned to be used as a permanent repository for contaminated sediments to be dredged from Onondaga Lake.