ASH GROVE CEMENT COMPANY Landfill - Foreman, Arkansas Solid Waste Management

ASH GROVE CEMENT COMPANY operates a landfill in Foreman, Arkansas, United States. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 327300, 327310, 562211, and 562212, indicating involvement in cement manufacturing and hazardous waste treatment and disposal. As a landfill within the solid waste management sector, it serves the local industrial and municipal waste streams. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and CAA landfill gas rules. In Arkansas, the facility must comply with state environmental regulations and permits. The cement company context suggests potential use of landfill gas as an energy source or co-processing of waste materials in cement kilns. This facility plays a role in managing waste from the surrounding region, contributing to local waste diversion and disposal capacity. Its integration with cement manufacturing may offer environmental benefits such as energy recovery and reduced reliance on virgin raw materials. The operational status indicates ongoing service to the community.

The landfill is located in Little River County, Arkansas, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. Proximity to groundwater resources requires robust leachate management systems to prevent contamination. Landfill gas generation, primarily methane, necessitates collection and control systems to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and odor impacts. Community proximity and truck traffic are typical concerns for such facilities, requiring adherence to local zoning and transportation regulations.