Fort Lyon Veterans Hospital Landfill - Bent County, Colorado Solid Waste Management

Fort Lyon Veterans Hospital landfill is an operational solid waste facility located in Bent County, Colorado, United States. The facility serves the local area and operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill). As a landfill in Colorado, it is subject to state environmental regulations and federal standards for landfill gas management and leachate control. The facility's location in a rural area of southeastern Colorado influences its operational context. The facility plays a role in managing solid waste for the region, contributing to local waste disposal infrastructure. Its environmental significance includes potential methane generation and leachate management, which are typical concerns for landfills in arid climates.

The landfill is situated in Bent County, Colorado, a semi-arid region with low annual precipitation. This climate reduces leachate generation but may increase dust and windblown litter issues. Groundwater proximity is a concern due to the shallow aquifers in the area. Landfill gas collection systems are typically required to mitigate methane emissions, and the facility must comply with EPA's New Source Performance Standards for landfills.