Appanoose County Sanitary Landfill - Centerville, Iowa Solid Waste Management Facility

Appanoose County Sanitary Landfill is a municipal solid waste landfill located at 3020 McCarty Street in Centerville, Appanoose County, Iowa, United States. The facility serves the local community by providing essential waste disposal services and is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. As a landfill operating in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. State-level regulations in Iowa also apply, covering design, operation, and closure requirements. The landfill likely employs modern engineering controls such as liner systems and leachate collection to protect groundwater. The facility plays a key role in managing waste from Centerville and surrounding areas. Its operational status ensures continued service for the community, while environmental management practices focus on minimizing methane emissions and controlling leachate to safeguard local water resources.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of southern Iowa, where groundwater protection is critical due to the region's agricultural land use and shallow aquifers. Proper leachate management and methane gas collection are essential to prevent contamination and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proximity to residential areas requires careful traffic management and odor control.