Gunnison County Landfill #1 (6 Mile Lane LF) - Operational Landfill in Gunnison, Colorado

Gunnison County Landfill #1, also known as 6 Mile Lane LF, is an operational solid waste facility located in Gunnison, Colorado, United States. Situated at Six Mile Lane, County Road 42, this landfill serves the Gunnison County area, providing essential waste disposal services to the local community. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. As a landfill operating in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. Additionally, it must comply with Clean Air Act (CAA) requirements for landfill gas management, including gas collection and control systems if applicable. State-level regulations in Colorado further enforce standards for leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and operational practices to minimize environmental impact. The landfill plays a critical role in the region's waste management infrastructure, handling waste from Gunnison and surrounding areas. Its location in a mountainous region of Colorado presents specific environmental considerations, such as potential impacts on local water resources and wildlife habitats. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is essential to mitigate methane emissions and protect groundwater quality.

The landfill is situated in Gunnison County, Colorado, a region characterized by mountainous terrain and cold winters. The local environment includes sensitive alpine ecosystems and watersheds that feed into the Gunnison River. For a landfill in this setting, key environmental concerns include methane leakage from waste decomposition, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination. Proximity to residential areas and traffic from waste collection vehicles also pose community impacts. Regulatory oversight under RCRA Subtitle D and Colorado state laws requires monitoring and mitigation of these factors.