Producers should check with their state department of agriculture to determine if specific guidelines exist for mortality composting site placement. If there are no specific requirements, use guidelines for animal burial to properly situate mortality compost facilities. In general, the site should be 300 feet (90 m) away from water sources, public areas, roads, and property lines. Do not compost in sites with poor drainage or excessively sandy soil. A firm surface near the pile is needed for equipment and vehicle access and for storage of the carbon source. Some states may require an impermeable base to any mortality compost pile. Water should be available for use in building piles. Mortality compost piles can be made with no surrounding structure; however, curious animals may dig into the pile so some type of surrounding wall or fence is beneficial.

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