Daily Operations:
The active working face is currently located in cells 11, 12 and 13. The working face is processing both rail and street volume and is utilizing clean soil, approved alternative daily cover and the Envirocover machine. The perimeter water/vapor-based neutralizer systems, and truck wash are also in operation.
NYSDEC Odor Hotline and Verification System: (585) 453-2416
A dedicated odor hotline and verification system for residents to report and record any concerns regarding High Acres Landfill and its operation.
Neutralizer Systems in use:
Daily Cover Enviro Cover Machine in use:
Construction Activities:
Temporary odors may occur during trenching and construction activities necessary for project completion and future improvements.
Cell 15A-1 Construction, 10 acres. On-going work to riserhouse.
Primary Drainage Stone on Cell 15A1 being installed (August 2024)
East Perimeter Berm Construction – Started excavation and structural fill placement in early
May. Approximately 360kcy have been excavated to date. The project is 80 percent complete.
photo End of August 2024
We began to prep for deployment of an additional 6 acres of temp cover. This construction and project will take place at the north slope of cells 8 and 9. Earthworks contractor is mobilizing late October. Geosynthetics installation early November.
Renewable Energy Powerplant and Landfill Gas Management:
Continuous use of gas collection wells and flares for odor control. Ongoing work includes raising gas collection wells, installing additional horizontal gas collectors, installing gas vacuum lines, and upgrading the gas collection wells for drainage and collection enhancement. Well-raising is a daily activity in coordination with filling operations.
On 10/30, a downed tree fell on the power lines across the tracks from the power plant. Powerplants are up and running as of the morning of 10/31.
Current Events:
New Price List below as of 11/1/24
2024 WM Sustainability Report - WM is committed to consistent and meaningful public disclosure and discussion of our sustainability progress through the publication of our annual Sustainability Report. Read the PDF below to learn more.
(Aerial footage of the High Acres Sports Complex)
Please click the link below to access the Town's updates and news regarding WM High Acres Landfill and Recycling Center in the Town of Perinton.
The Ecopark now has a dedicated area accepting NYS returnable beverage containers to help support local charities.
Visit Ecopark at 10 Avion Dr. Rochester, NY 14624
Wednesdays 1:00pm-6:30pm and Saturdays 7:30am-1:00pm
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