Overview
SAN LUIS CEMETARY DUMP NE is an operational landfill in Costilla County, Colorado, United States, handling solid waste under NAICS code 562212.
SAN LUIS CEMETARY DUMP NE is a landfill facility located in Costilla County, Colorado, United States. It operates under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. The facility is currently operational and serves the local community's waste disposal needs. As a landfill in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and the Clean Air Act (CAA) for landfill gas emissions. Colorado state regulations also apply, ensuring proper liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring to protect public health and the environment. The landfill plays a key role in managing solid waste for the surrounding area. Its location in a rural county suggests it may serve a smaller population, with typical operations involving waste compaction, daily cover, and eventual closure and post-closure care. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is critical to minimize environmental impacts.
Environmental context
The landfill's location in Costilla County, Colorado, places it in a semi-arid region with sensitive groundwater resources. Proper leachate management is essential to prevent contamination of local aquifers. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and controlled to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and odor impacts on nearby communities. The facility's proximity to residential areas may also raise concerns about traffic and air quality.
Frequently asked questions
SAN LUIS CEMETARY DUMP NE is located in Costilla County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 37.315377, -105.453808.
As a landfill, SAN LUIS CEMETARY DUMP NE accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous solid waste, consistent with its NAICS code 562212.
Landfills in Colorado must comply with RCRA Subtitle D for design and operation, including liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and closure plans. State regulations also require landfill gas management under the Clean Air Act.
Landfill gas, primarily methane, is typically collected through a network of wells and pipes. It may be flared or used for energy recovery to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act requirements.
Rural landfills like SAN LUIS CEMETARY DUMP NE can impact local groundwater if leachate is not properly managed. They also generate methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and may cause odor and traffic issues for nearby communities.
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