JAROSA LANDFILL - Solid Waste Landfill in Jarosa, Colorado, United States

JAROSA LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill located 1 mile north of Jarosa, Colorado, in Costilla County. As a landfill facility, it manages municipal solid waste for the surrounding area, operating under the NAICS classification 562212. The facility is situated in a rural region of southern Colorado, near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. Colorado state regulations also apply, including requirements for liners, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's scale is typical of a small to medium rural landfill, serving a sparsely populated county. Environmental considerations for JAROSA LANDFILL include landfill gas generation and methane leakage, leachate management given its proximity to groundwater, and community impacts from traffic and odor. The facility's location in a semi-arid climate with low precipitation reduces some leachate risks, but groundwater protection remains critical. Proper operation and monitoring are essential to minimize environmental footprint.

The JAROSA LANDFILL is located in a rural area of southern Colorado, characterized by semi-arid climate and low annual precipitation. This reduces the volume of leachate generated but does not eliminate the need for proper leachate management to protect groundwater. The facility's proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and potential groundwater aquifers requires careful monitoring. Landfill gas, primarily methane, is a concern due to its greenhouse gas impact; gas collection systems are typically required for larger landfills but may be absent in smaller rural facilities. Community proximity and traffic from waste hauling are additional environmental considerations.