Overview
KIM LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill located 1 mile northeast of Kim, Colorado, United States. It serves the local community under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations.
KIM LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill situated 1 mile northeast of Kim, in Las Animas County, Colorado, United States. As a landfill facility, it provides essential waste disposal services for the surrounding rural area, managing municipal solid waste under the NAICS classification 562212. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, which governs design, operation, and closure standards. Colorado's solid waste regulations align with federal requirements, including groundwater monitoring, leachate management, and landfill gas control. The landfill's location in a semi-arid region influences its operational practices, particularly regarding leachate generation and gas collection. KIM LANDFILL plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure, serving the community of Kim and nearby areas. Its operational status ensures continued waste disposal capacity for the region, while adherence to environmental regulations helps mitigate potential impacts on groundwater and air quality. The facility's long-term significance lies in its contribution to sustainable waste management in rural Colorado.
Environmental context
The landfill is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, where low precipitation reduces leachate generation but groundwater protection remains critical due to the area's reliance on aquifers. Landfill gas management is important to control methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Proximity to rural communities necessitates careful traffic management and odor control to minimize local impacts.
Frequently asked questions
KIM LANDFILL is located 1 mile northeast of Kim, in Las Animas County, Colorado, United States.
As a landfill facility classified under NAICS 562212, KIM LANDFILL accepts municipal solid waste from the local community and surrounding areas.
KIM LANDFILL operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as state-level solid waste rules in Colorado.
The landfill employs standard practices such as groundwater monitoring, leachate management, and landfill gas collection to mitigate environmental impacts, in compliance with federal and state regulations.
KIM LANDFILL is currently operational, providing ongoing waste disposal services to the Kim, Colorado area.
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