HOLSTON ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT (HSAAP)

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

The Holston Army Ammunition Plant (HSAAP) represents the cutting edge of American ingenuity and industrial strength, ensuring that our military, allied partners, and commercial customers are equipped with the highest quality explosives to meet both today’s demands and the challenges of tomorrow. At HSAAP, this mission goes far beyond production—it’s a commitment to safety, security, and excellence at every step. From state-of-the-art facilities to modern manufacturing processes, the work at Holston sets the standard for delivering powerful and reliable capabilities in a manner that upholds the highest environmental and economic principles.

For the American public, HSAAP’s efforts exemplify the values that define our nation: responsibility, innovation, and resolve. By prioritizing environmental compliance and operational efficiency, Holston safeguards not only our national defense but also the communities and ecosystems entrusted to our care. This critical work ensures that our warfighters and allies can rely on the tools they need to defend freedom, while also guaranteeing that America remains a responsible steward of the resources and values we hold dear. Through its steadfast mission, Holston Army Ammunition Plant continues to strengthen our nation’s security and preserve the legacy of excellence for future generations.

LEADERSHIP

Commander
COMMANDER
LT. COL. J. Mike Paul
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Commander
DEPUTY TO THE COMMANDER
Mr. Jeffrey G. Worley
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CAPABILITIES

  • Production and development of insensitive munitions explosives (IMX)
  • Synthesis and manufacture of high explosives (from grams to millions of pounds)
  • Melt-cast, cast-cured, pressed, and extruded explosives formulation
  • Explosives performance testing
  • Custom and fine chemical manufacture
  • Recrystallization and purification from organic solvents
  • Large-volume acid recycling
  • Anhydride production
  • Reconfigurable chemistry capability

FACILITIES

  • 5,980 acres of land
  • 202,900-square-foot explosives storage capacity
  • 495 buildings
  • 129 earth-covered magazines
  • Full-spectrum explosives research and development laboratory