WILLIAMSON PROPERTY Landfill - Douglas County, Colorado Solid Waste Management

WILLIAMSON PROPERTY is a landfill facility situated in Douglas County, Colorado, United States. As a solid waste landfill, it serves the region's waste management needs, operating under NAICS code 562212 which covers solid waste landfills. The facility is classified as operational and is part of the broader waste infrastructure in Colorado. The landfill operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, primarily governed by the EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. Typical landfill operations include waste compaction, daily cover, leachate management, and gas collection systems to mitigate environmental impacts. Located in Douglas County, the landfill serves a growing suburban area south of Denver. Its environmental significance includes managing waste from local communities while addressing challenges such as methane emissions and groundwater protection. Proper operation and compliance with state and federal regulations are essential for minimizing ecological and community impacts.

The landfill is situated in Douglas County, Colorado, a region with a semi-arid climate and proximity to the Front Range urban corridor. Key environmental considerations for this landfill include methane gas generation from decomposing waste, which requires effective gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the area's groundwater resources. Community proximity and truck traffic are also important factors, as the landfill serves a populated area.