Units-of-Consumption Depletion (Airspace Usage)
Recognizing the consumption of landfill capacity (airspace) based on the tonnage of waste received during the period.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depletion Expense - Landfill Airspace | Expense (+) | 125,000.00 | - |
| Accumulated Depletion - Landfill Asset | Contra-Asset (+) | - | 125,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
Landfills are 'depleted' rather than 'depreciated.' As waste fills the permitted 'airspace,' the economic value of the site decreases. The rate is calculated as: (Total Capitalized Cost / Total Estimated Tonnage) * Tonnage Received this month.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Integration between scale-house software (weighing trucks) and the G/L is critical to automate the consumption volume.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Changes in 'compaction ratios'—if waste is compacted more tightly, the airspace lasts longer, requiring a change in the depletion rate.
📄 Required Documentation
Monthly tonnage reports from scales and annual aerial topographic surveys to verify remaining cubic yards.
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