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Maryland Heights Landfill Methane Gas Exposure

Maryland Heights, Missouri (MO) Landfill Reports Elevated Levels of Methane Gas to Residents Within 1500 Feet of Missouri Pass Landfill

The Simmons law firm is currently investigating possible property damage claims related to a landfill in Maryland Heights, Missouri exposing area residents to potentially dangerous levels of methane gas, as similar occurrences in other cities have led to class action claims. According to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, the Missouri Pass Landfill, which shut down nearly 15 years ago, is emitting increased levels of methane gas. Homes and businesses within 1500 feet, including those in the Ashton Park neighborhood in Maryland Heights, were notified by letter beginning the week of February 2, 2009. The immediate concern for surrounding residents is the potential for an explosion. Methane gas, in high concentrations, is extremely flammable.

As the waste in the landfill breaks down, methane gas is formed and the pressure above ground often forces it to migrate off site underground and to nearby homes and businesses. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources says the methane gas can become explosive if it leaks through a crack in a home and comes in contact with a pilot light or other flammable material. The DNR is encouraging residents and business owners to use precaution and call 911 if they smell gas. For additional information, contact the Department of Natural Resources’ Solid Waste Management Program at 800-361-4827 or 573-751-5401.

Dangers of Methane Gas Exposure

Methane gas is extremely flammable and can cause an explosion. It can become explosive if it seeps into your home through a crack and comes in contact with a pilot light or other flammable material. If you smell gas in your home, you should leave immediately and call 911.

It is important to note how easily methane gas can cause explosions. A tiny spark can ignite the undetected gas. Explosions from methane gas can be extremely strong, and the damage can be devastating. The explosions associated with methane gas are not limited to the space that has the highest concentration, but anywhere it has seeped.

Missouri Pass Landfill Methane Gas Warning

The Missouri Pass Landfill sits on the 2500 block of Adie Road in Maryland Heights, Missouri. The landfill is near the Ashton Woods neighborhood and the Ranken-Jordan Pediatric Hospital. According to the DNR, the company has said it will follow up with door-to-door visits and provide property owners with an explosive gas meter to measure methane levels in the air.

Missouri Pass Landfill has notified over 150 property owners, including 30 that were previously notified of elevated methane levels in September 2008. The landfill, occupying over 80 acres, closed in 1996. However, the landfill operators are obligated to maintain methane detection for a 30-year period after shutting down.

About the Simmons Firm

For over a decade the attorneys at the Simmons law firm have been representing individuals and families from throughout the country unnecessarily injured by exposures to toxic substances. The firm is based in East Alton, Illinois, and has offices in St. Louis, Chicago and Los Angeles.