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Project Background:
Lanfills have developed significantly over the past 20 years and in fact, are one of the safest and most environmentally friendly means of waste disposal available. Several layers of clay line the site, preventing contamination of the ground underneath. Fluids occurring in the organic waste, called leachate, are removed through a system of collection layers and perforated pipes. These liquids drain into a pipe and are then removed for treatment. To learn more about modern landfills and other innovative waste management solutions please visit www.wm.com.
Project Profile:
Every few years a new cell must be constructed for waste disposal. This construction involves excavation of clay for daily cover and clay capping of cell, as well as the construciton of the clay liner. The final component of the construction is the installation of shredded tires to allow the leachate to follow more easily to the pipe discussed above.
Engineering:
The design and site supervision of this project will be conducted by the City Engineering Department and GPEC Consulting Ltd.
Contractor:
Haugen Backhoe Services Ltd. was awarded the contract for this project.
Budget and Funding:
The project budget is $90,000.00 funded by Landfill tipping fees.
Schedule:
The project was complete by the end of May.
Photos:
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| May 4 - Cell excavation in preparation for clay liner. | May 28 - Delivering of shredded tires. |
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| May 28 - Placement of shredded tires and leachate collection pipes. |
Public Notice:
For More Information Contact the Engineering Department at 672-4428.