In conjunction with the treatment methods in § § 277.272 and 277.273 (relating to basic treatment methods; and leachate transportation) recirculation of leachate may be utilized if the following conditions exist:

1. (1) The area subject to leachate recirculation previously has been filled with solid waste.
2. (2) There is sufficient municipal waste capacity to absorb the leachate.
3. (3) The area subject to leachate recirculation is underlain by a leachate collection system.
4. (4) The leachate recirculation is conducted with an approved piping system located under the intermediate cover, and causes no odors, runoff or ponding.
5. (5) The leachate is not a hazardous waste.

Source

The provisions of this § 277.274 amended December 22, 2000, effective December 23, 2000, 30 Pa.B. 6685. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (255077).

Cross References

This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 271.113 (relating to closure plan); 25 Pa. Code § 277.162 (relating to leachate treatment plan); 25 Pa. Code § 277.271 (relating to scope); and 25 Pa. Code § 277.273 (relating to leachate transportation).