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Elimination of Positive Pressure Under a Landfill Cap Using Flat, Corrugated, Perforated Collector Piping. Boston, MA. Joseph P. Curro, PE, BCEE Principal Engineer. Quantification of problem. Cap bubbling Positive pressure under cap Dead grass Elevated surface emissions
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Elimination of Positive Pressure Under a Landfill Cap Using Flat, Corrugated, Perforated Collector Piping Boston, MA Joseph P. Curro, PE, BCEEPrincipal Engineer
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!