Overview
OLD RANGLEY is an operational landfill located in Rangely, Rio Blanco County, Colorado, United States. It manages solid waste under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D and CAA landfill gas regulations.
OLD RANGLEY is an operational landfill located 1/2 mile east of Rangely, Colorado, in Rio Blanco County. This facility serves the local community's solid waste disposal needs within the state's regulatory framework. As a landfill operating in the United States, OLD RANGLEY is subject to US EPA RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills, including requirements for liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. The facility also falls under Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas collection and control, which aim to reduce methane emissions. The landfill plays a key role in managing solid waste for Rangely and surrounding areas in northwestern Colorado. Its location in a semi-arid region with relatively low population density influences operational considerations such as leachate generation and gas management. Proper closure and post-closure care will be important for long-term environmental protection.
Environmental context
Landfills in semi-arid regions like northwestern Colorado face specific environmental considerations. Lower precipitation reduces leachate generation compared to wetter climates, but groundwater protection remains critical, especially if the water table is shallow. Methane generation from decomposing waste requires effective gas collection systems to minimize greenhouse gas emissions and comply with EPA regulations. Proximity to the community of Rangely necessitates careful management of traffic, odor, and litter to minimize local impacts.
Frequently asked questions
OLD RANGLEY landfill is located 1/2 mile east of Rangely, in Rio Blanco County, Colorado, United States.
As a landfill, OLD RANGLEY accepts municipal solid waste and likely other non-hazardous solid wastes permitted under its state and federal regulations.
It is likely operated by the local municipality or a private waste management company under contract.
Landfills in Colorado must comply with US EPA RCRA Subtitle D standards for design, operation, and closure, as well as Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. State regulations through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment also apply.
Landfills in the US are required to collect and control landfill gas under the Clean Air Act. OLD RANGLEY likely has a gas collection system to capture methane, which may be flared or used for energy recovery, though specific details are not publicly available.
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