Kiowa Solid Waste Disposal Site Landfill - Operational Landfill in Elbert County, Colorado

Kiowa Solid Waste Disposal Site Landfill is an operational landfill located in Elbert County, Colorado, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it serves the local community by providing disposal services for municipal solid waste. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US EPA and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The landfill operates under the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills, which govern design, operation, and closure standards. It also complies with Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is a solid waste landfill, typically handling waste from residential, commercial, and industrial sources. Environmental management at the site focuses on leachate control and groundwater monitoring to protect local water resources. The facility's location in a semi-arid region of Colorado influences its operational practices, particularly regarding water management and gas collection. Proper waste containment and monitoring are essential to minimize environmental impact.

The landfill is situated in Elbert County, Colorado, a semi-arid region with low annual precipitation. This climate reduces leachate generation but requires careful water management to prevent groundwater contamination. The site's proximity to the High Plains aquifer system necessitates robust groundwater monitoring and leachate collection systems. Landfill gas management, including methane capture, is important to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act regulations.