Leachate Collection Layer

GravelPerforated Leachate Collection Pipe

Compacted Clay Liner

Typical Leachate Collection and Recovery System

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NOTE: The leachate collection and recovery systemcollects and removes liquids from the landfill.The liner system prevents leachate from leavingthe landfill.

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Prepared Subgrade(Underlying Soil) Geomembrane Liner

Leachate Pump

Leachate Discharge PipeTo Leachate Treatmentor Disposal Facilities Waste

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Leachate Recovery System LinerSystem

Prepared Subgrade(Underlying Soil)

Geomembrane Liner

Compacted Clay Liner

Leachate CollectionSystem

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