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Commission presses for solutions after leachate outbreaks; slip-lining and stent options discussed
Summary
Commission staff and Republic engineers described repeated leachate outbreaks in module A, discussed monitoring limits and proposed fixes including slip-lining a 6-inch pipe with a 3–4-inch liner or using a stent/rod to restore flow.
County and contractor representatives told the commission they have documented leachate outbreaks and a likely disconnect in a leachate conveyance that could allow leachate to pond above the liner in module A.
County staff summarized the technical concern: a connector appeared to be “disconnected and broken” and CCTV images show a band holding the connector “hanging loose.” She said the regulator’s response assumed the permittee knew about the issue; staff said that assumption is incorrect.
Staff warned the commission the state rule allows one foot of…
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