Overview
Adams County Resource Recovery LF is an operational landfill in Friendship, Wisconsin, serving Adams County. Opened in 1989, it is owned by Adams County, WI and is expected to remain open until 2041.
Adams County Resource Recovery LF is a municipal solid waste landfill located at 1420 State Road 21 in Friendship, Wisconsin, United States. Operated under the ownership of Adams County, WI, the facility has been in operation since 1989 and is projected to continue accepting waste until 2041. As a landfill serving a rural county, it plays a key role in local waste management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. Typical for a landfill of this scale, it likely includes systems for leachate collection and gas management to mitigate environmental impacts. The landfill's status as 'Open' indicates ongoing operations with active waste disposal. Environmental considerations for this site include groundwater protection due to its location in a rural area with potential proximity to aquifers. Landfill gas management is critical for reducing methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. The facility's long operational life suggests a significant role in regional waste disposal, serving the community of Friendship and surrounding Adams County.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in a rural area of Wisconsin, where groundwater resources are important for local water supply. Effective leachate management is essential to prevent contamination of nearby aquifers. Landfill gas collection systems help mitigate methane emissions, contributing to climate change goals. The facility's location near State Road 21 implies regular truck traffic, which may affect local air quality and community noise levels.
Frequently asked questions
Adams County Resource Recovery LF is located at 1420 State Road 21, Friendship, Wisconsin 53934, United States.
As a municipal solid waste landfill, Adams County Resource Recovery LF accepts household and non-hazardous commercial waste from Adams County and surrounding areas.
The landfill opened in 1989 and is expected to remain operational until 2041, providing over 50 years of waste disposal service.
Landfills in the US are regulated under RCRA Subtitle D for design, operation, and closure, and under the Clean Air Act for landfill gas emissions. States like Wisconsin may have additional requirements.
The facility likely employs leachate collection systems to protect groundwater and landfill gas management to reduce methane emissions, in compliance with EPA regulations.
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