Overview
Waste Management - Colorado Springs Recyclery is an operational landfill in Colorado Springs, Colorado, serving the region's solid waste disposal needs. The facility is part of Waste Management's network of waste handling sites.
Waste Management - Colorado Springs Recyclery is a landfill facility located at 13320 State Highway 94 East in the Colorado Springs area, Colorado. It operates under the solid waste management sector, handling municipal solid waste for the region. The facility is owned and operated by Waste Management, one of the largest waste management companies in the United States. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, which governs design, operation, and closure standards. Colorado state regulations also apply, ensuring compliance with environmental protection measures. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is a solid waste landfill, focusing on disposal rather than recycling or treatment. As a landfill, the facility plays a critical role in managing the waste generated by the Colorado Springs area and surrounding communities. Its operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal capacity, supporting local public health and environmental sanitation. The site's location in El Paso County places it within a growing urban region, highlighting the importance of proper waste management infrastructure.
Environmental context
Landfills like this one must manage methane gas generated from decomposing waste, typically through gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is also critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's proximity to the Colorado Springs area. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional environmental considerations, as landfills can impact local air quality and noise levels.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 13320 State Highway 94 East in the Colorado Springs area, Colorado, USA.
As a solid waste landfill, it accepts municipal solid waste from residential, commercial, and industrial sources in the Colorado Springs region.
The facility is operated by Waste Management, a leading waste management company in the United States.
The landfill operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills, along with state-level environmental rules in Colorado.
Landfills typically use gas collection systems to capture methane and leachate management systems to prevent groundwater contamination, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
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