§ 288.454. Leachate recirculation.
(a) In conjunction with the treatment methods in § § 288.452 and 288.453 (relating to basic treatment methods; and leachate transportation), recirculation of leachate generated at the facility may be utilized if the following exist:
(1) The area subject to leachate recirculation previously has been filled with solid waste.
(2) There is sufficient residual waste capacity to absorb the leachate.
(3) The area subject to leachate recirculation is underlain by a leachate collection system.
(4) Leachate recirculation is conducted with an approved piping system located under the intermediate cover, and causes no odors, runoff or ponding.
(5) The leachate is not a hazardous waste.
(b) An alternative leachate recirculation method may be used if approved by the Department.
Source The provisions of this § 288.454 amended January 12, 2001, effective January 13, 2001, 31 Pa.B. 235. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (255105).
Cross References This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 287.114 (relating to interim operational requirements for unpermitted processing or disposal facilities); 25 Pa. Code § 287.116 (relating to interim operational requirements); 25 Pa. Code § 288.413 (relating to leachate treatment plan); 25 Pa. Code § 288.421 (relating to basic limitations); 25 Pa. Code § 288.451 (relating to scope); 25 Pa. Code § 288.453 (relating to leachate transportation).
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