Waste Management - North Weld Landfill: Operational Landfill in Ault, Colorado

Waste Management - North Weld Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 40000 Weld County Road 25 in Ault, Colorado. This landfill serves the waste management needs of Weld County and the surrounding region, providing a disposal solution for municipal solid waste. As part of the Waste Management network, it benefits from industry expertise and infrastructure. The facility 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. In Colorado, landfill operations are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The North Weld Landfill plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure, serving communities in northern Colorado. Its location in a rural area near Ault helps manage waste from nearby urban centers while minimizing community proximity issues. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing service to the region, contributing to sustainable waste disposal practices.

The North Weld Landfill is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Landfill operations must manage leachate to protect groundwater resources, as the region relies on aquifers for drinking water. Landfill gas collection systems are important to reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Proximity to rural communities requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize local impacts.