Overview
WASTE MGMT OF NA is an operational landfill in Henderson, Colorado, serving the Adams County area. It manages solid waste under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
WASTE MGMT OF NA is a landfill facility located at 9131 E 96th Ave in Henderson, Colorado, within Adams County. The facility is operational and handles solid waste disposal for the region, contributing to the local waste management infrastructure. As a landfill in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a Solid Waste Landfill, which typically involves waste acceptance, compaction, and daily cover operations. The landfill serves the growing Denver metropolitan area, providing essential waste disposal services. Its location in Colorado's Front Range means it must manage environmental factors such as groundwater protection and methane emissions, typical for modern landfills in the region.
Environmental context
Landfills in Colorado's Front Range, like WASTE MGMT OF NA, face environmental considerations including methane gas generation from decomposing waste and leachate management to protect groundwater. Proximity to the Denver urban area also brings community concerns about traffic and odors. Regulatory compliance with EPA landfill gas rules and state-level solid waste regulations is critical for minimizing environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
WASTE MGMT OF NA is located at 9131 E 96th Ave, Henderson, Colorado 80640, United States.
As a solid waste landfill, WASTE MGMT OF NA accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous industrial waste, subject to local regulations.
The facility is currently operational.
Landfills in Colorado must comply with US EPA RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as state-specific solid waste regulations and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management.
Modern landfills like WASTE MGMT OF NA typically employ liners, leachate collection systems, and gas extraction wells to mitigate groundwater and air pollution risks, in compliance with regulatory requirements.
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