N.M. Code R. § 20.2.62.207

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 11, June 11, 2024

Section 20.2.62.207 - MANAGEMENT OF ASH

A. Handling, Storage, and Transportation of Ash:

(1) All handling and storage of fly ash and bottom ash shall be conducted in a closed system which prevents ash from becoming airborne.

(2) Transportation of fly ash and bottom ash offsite shall be conducted in a manner which prevents the release of any amount of ash to the atmosphere.

B. Opacity of Ash Emissions: Handling, storage, and transportation of fly ash and bottom ash shall not result in a release to the atmosphere exceeding 0 (zero) percent opacity. Compliance with this requirement shall be determined by visual observation as specified in 40 CFR Part 60, Appendix A, Method 9.

C. Disposal of Ash:

(1) Disposal of fly ash and bottom ash shall be in compliance with the applicable requirements of New Mexico Solid Waste Management Regulations (20.9.1 NMAC).

(2) Transportation of Municipal Waste Combustion (MWC) ash:

(a) No transporter shall accept or transport MWC ash unless it has been treated or is securely covered to prevent release of fugitive dust;

(b) Transporters shall cover vehicles to prevent fugitive dust loss during transport; and

(c) Transporters shall line or seal vehicles in such a manner to prevent any leakage of liquids or fugitive dust during transport.

(3) MWC ash that is temporarily stored at generation site awaiting transportation must be stored in such a manner as to prevent fugitive dust emissions.

N.M. Code R. § 20.2.62.207

11/30/95; 20.2.62.207 NMAC - Rn, 20 NMAC 2.62.900 - 902 10/31/02