Sunshine Mesa DS Landfill - Delta County, Colorado Solid Waste Management

Sunshine Mesa DS is an operational landfill located in Delta County, Colorado, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it serves the local community by providing disposal capacity for municipal solid waste. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill). Typical landfills in rural Colorado counties handle moderate volumes of waste from surrounding communities. The facility is subject to state and federal requirements for liners, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring to protect local water resources. Sunshine Mesa DS plays a key role in Delta County's waste management infrastructure. Its location in a rural area with agricultural and natural landscapes necessitates careful environmental management, particularly regarding landfill gas emissions and groundwater protection. The facility contributes to the region's waste disposal needs while adhering to environmental standards.

The landfill is situated in Delta County, Colorado, an area characterized by agricultural land and proximity to the Gunnison River. Key environmental considerations include landfill gas generation (methane) and leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination. The facility must comply with EPA regulations for gas collection and control, as well as groundwater monitoring to protect local water resources. Community proximity and traffic from waste hauling are additional factors.