HANCOCK EXPRESSWAY Landfill - El Paso County, Colorado Solid Waste Management

HANCOCK EXPRESSWAY is an operational landfill located in El Paso County, Colorado, United States. It serves the local community by providing solid waste disposal services, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas management. As a landfill in Colorado, HANCOCK EXPRESSWAY is subject to state and federal regulations governing landfill gas collection, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is engaged in solid waste landfill operations. Typical landfills of this scale implement gas collection systems to reduce methane emissions and comply with air quality standards. The facility plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure, handling solid waste from El Paso County and surrounding areas. Its operational status ensures continued service for community waste disposal needs, while adhering to environmental safeguards designed to minimize impacts on local air and water resources.

Landfills in Colorado face environmental considerations such as methane leakage from decomposing waste, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially in areas with shallow aquifers. Proximity to communities requires careful traffic management and odor control. The facility's location in El Paso County, with its semi-arid climate, influences landfill operations and liner system design to protect water resources.