GARDNER Landfill - Huerfano County, Colorado Solid Waste Management

GARDNER is an operational landfill located in Huerfano County, Colorado, United States. The facility manages solid waste disposal for the surrounding area, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. As a landfill, GARDNER is subject to federal and state regulations governing landfill gas collection, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. In Colorado, landfills must comply with state-specific requirements that align with federal standards. The environmental significance of GARDNER lies in its role in managing waste while mitigating potential impacts such as methane emissions and groundwater contamination. Proper operation and monitoring are essential to minimize risks to local communities and ecosystems.

Landfills like GARDNER must manage landfill gas, primarily methane, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act regulations. Leachate control is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially in areas with shallow water tables. Proximity to communities requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize local impacts.