Where are Coal Combustion Residuals (CCRs) being disposed?
CCRs from utilities are being disposed of in 41 states, in approximately 300 landfills for dry CCRs and approximately 580 surface impoundments or similar management units for “wet” or slurried CCRs. EPA’s original estimate was 300 surface impoundments based on a 2005 Department of Energy survey; however, based upon the responses to the information request letters, companies have identified additional management units.
