Joseph P. Curro, PE, BCEE Principal Engineer Elimination of Positive Pressure Under a Landfill Cap Using Flat, Corrugated, Perforated Collector Piping Boston, MA
Quantification of problem Cap bubbling Positive pressure under cap Dead grass Elevated surface emissions Odors – high H2S gas Cap material overlap – not sealed
Remediation plan Locate extent of problem Determine best solution Horizontal gas collector Choose from collector types Flat, corrugated, perforated pipe Cap modification/repairs
Flat, corrugated, perforated pipe Panel pipe Filter fabric wrapped Supplied in a roll Large width / contact surface Structural strength Ease of installation No stone pack required
Conclusions Problem-free implementation Speed of installation Minimal disruption / odors Thriving grass Low surface methane emissions Reasonable cost Success!