What is the capacity and life expectancy of the West Yellowhead Regional Landfill?

The total capacity of the landfill is estimated to be 1,350,000 tonnes. In the past 21 years, 421,347 tonnes of material has been placed into the landfill. 31.21% of the design airspace capacity of the landfill has been used in 21 years. It is estimated that the landfill has 60 years left of air space based on 2006 figures.

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1. Can I place extra garbage by the side of the garbage container?
2. As a resident on an out of town acreage, can I bring my garbage into town and put it in a dumpster?
3. What is the capacity and life expectancy of the West Yellowhead Regional Landfill?
4. Do I have to sort my waste before taking it to the Landfill?