Nelson Gardens LF

As of 1993, Nelson Gardens LF has approximately 11,802,410 tons of waste in place. The total permitted design capacity of the facility is 11,802,412 tons, meaning the site is currently at approximately 100% of its total design capacity. The facility accepts approximately 413,479 tons of waste per year based on the most recent annual data. At the current rate of fill, the facility is projected to reach capacity and close around 1993.

Nelson Gardens LF has an operational landfill gas-to-energy (LFGTE) project using a Reciprocating Engine system. of which approximately 0.8 mmscfd is actively collected. The landfill gas contains approximately 41.2% methane content. The gas collection system includes 139 extraction wells. This type of project converts waste-generated methane into usable electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while generating renewable energy for the local grid.

Nelson Gardens LF is operated by City of San Antonio, TX. It is classified as a public landfill, serving the residents and businesses of San Antonio, Bexar, Texas. For questions about billing, hours, or accepted materials, contact City of San Antonio, TX directly.

Nelson Gardens LF currently covers approximately 277 acres with a depth of approximately 90 feet. The facility opened in 1980 and has been in continuous operation since then. The size of a landfill reflects both its operational history and the volume of waste it has processed over its lifetime of service to the surrounding community.

Nelson Gardens LF has an active landfill gas (LFG) collection system in place. Of that, approximately 0.8 mmscfd is collected by the system. The gas contains approximately 41.2% methane, which can be captured for energy generation. The facility operates 139 gas collection wells. Flares are in place at this facility. LFG collection reduces greenhouse gas emissions and, in some cases, generates renewable energy for the grid.

Nelson Gardens LF participates in the following environmental programs: an LFG energy project with status 'Operational' is associated with this site. These initiatives help reduce the environmental footprint of landfill operations by capturing resources, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and diverting material from direct disposal. Contact the facility or its operator for more details on current environmental compliance status.

To contact Nelson Gardens LF, The directory information shown on this page is sourced from the EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) and the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, last verified as of data year 1993. Data freshness status: Current. If you are the facility owner or operator and need to update this listing, use the claim listing option on this page.