Typical Leachate Collection and Recovery System

To Leachate Treatment or Disposal Facilities Leachate Discharge Pipe Waste

Leachate Collection Layer Leachate Pump

Gravel

Perforated Leachate Collection Pipe

Filter Geotextile

Leachate Collection System Leachate Recovery System Prepared Subgrade (Underlying Soil) Liner System

Compacted Clay Liner

Geomembrane Liner

(section view)
Waste Leachate Collection Layer Filter Geotextile Gravel Perforated Leachate Collection Pipe Leachate Collection System

Liner System Compacted Clay Liner

Geomembrane Liner Prepared Subgrade (Underlying Soil)

NOTE:

The leachate collection and recovery system collects and removes liquids from the landfill. The liner system prevents leachate from leaving the landfill.
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