Overview
LAJANA / SANFORD is an operational landfill in Conejos County, Colorado, United States. It manages solid waste under federal and state regulations.
LAJANA / SANFORD is a landfill facility located in Conejos County, Colorado, United States. It is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill) and is currently operational. The facility serves the local community in the San Luis Valley region. As a landfill in the United States, LAJANA / SANFORD operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. Colorado state regulations further govern leachate management and groundwater monitoring to protect local water resources. The facility plays a key role in managing solid waste for the surrounding area. Its location in a rural, high-altitude valley presents unique environmental considerations, including potential impacts on groundwater and air quality from landfill gas emissions. Proper operation and monitoring are essential to minimize environmental risks.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in the San Luis Valley, a high-altitude basin in Colorado with a semi-arid climate. Groundwater resources in the valley are critical for agriculture and ecosystems, making leachate management a key environmental concern. Landfill gas generation, including methane, requires collection and control to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and local air quality impacts. Proximity to rural communities also necessitates careful management of traffic and odor.
Frequently asked questions
LAJANA / SANFORD landfill is located in Conejos County, Colorado, United States, near coordinates 37.198195, -106.198359.
As a landfill classified under NAICS 562212, LAJANA / SANFORD accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous industrial waste, subject to state and federal regulations.
The landfill operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas emissions. Colorado state regulations also apply for groundwater monitoring and leachate management.
Landfill gas, including methane, is typically managed through collection and control systems to comply with Clean Air Act requirements, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and odor.
Landfills in Colorado must address groundwater protection, methane emissions, and community impacts. State regulations require liners, leachate collection, and gas monitoring to mitigate environmental risks.
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