Methane gas has potential to contaminate groundwater

Hampden landfill wells aim to remedy odor problems

Eric Russell
Bangor Daily News

HAMPDEN, Maine - A well-drilling project designed to alleviate odor problems related to the Pine Tree Landfill wrapped up last week, but it could be another week or so before the changes are noticeable, officials said.

Some 14 additional wells or pipes were drilled at the landfill and connected to devices that help burn off not only methane gas but also hydrogen sulfide, which produces a noxious odor.
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