Question: Q 3 . ( 1 2 points ) Estimate the area and volume of landfill to handle the solid waste from Warriorville for 4 years

Q3.(12 points) Estimate the area and volume of landfill to handle the solid waste from Warriorville for
4years. Based on a 10 yd sample of waste collected from an existing landfill during normal offloading
operations. Assume the following:
1. design for a student population of 24,000 students
2. average solid waste generation rate of 2.42 lbs cap1 d1
3. average uncompacted density of 9.03 lbs ft3
4. cell height of 8 ft
5. recommended depths of cover will be used
6. normal compaction,
7. assume miscellaneous material having a compaction ratio of 1.5
8. characterization of Warriorville solid waste based on a based on a 10yd dumpster sample is
described below
Waste Composition Mass (lbs)
Food waste 56.5
Paper and Cardboard 120.8
Plastic 10.1
Rubber, leather, wood 26.7
Textiles 23.1
Metals (90% Ferrous)45.2
Glass 30.6
Miscellaneous 54.5

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