Clean Harbors Deer Trail, LLC - Landfill in Deer Trail, Colorado | Solid Waste Management

Clean Harbors Deer Trail, LLC is a landfill facility located at 108555 East US Highway 36 in Deer Trail, Arapahoe County, Colorado. Operating under the Clean Harbors brand, this site manages solid waste disposal for the region, playing a key role in the state's waste management infrastructure. The facility is currently operational and classified under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. As a landfill in the United States, Clean Harbors Deer Trail operates under federal regulations including EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas management. Colorado state regulations also apply, ensuring proper liner systems, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's location in a semi-arid climate influences operational practices, particularly regarding leachate generation and dust control. The environmental significance of this landfill includes its role in managing waste from the Denver metropolitan area and surrounding communities. Proper landfill gas collection and leachate management are critical to minimize methane emissions and protect groundwater resources. The facility's proximity to agricultural areas and the High Plains ecosystem requires careful environmental monitoring and community engagement.

The landfill is situated in the Colorado High Plains, a semi-arid region with deep groundwater aquifers. Key environmental considerations include methane generation from decomposing waste, which requires gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of local groundwater, especially given the area's agricultural water use. The facility's location near rural communities also necessitates traffic management and odor control measures.