BEAVER OIL CO INC Landfill - Hodgkins, Illinois Solid Waste Management

BEAVER OIL CO INC is an operational landfill located at 6037 LENZI AVE in Hodgkins, Illinois, within Cook County. As a solid waste disposal facility, it manages municipal and industrial waste for the region. The facility operates under the NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. In Illinois, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency oversees state-level compliance. The facility's scale is typical for a regional landfill serving a suburban area near Chicago. This landfill plays a key role in managing waste from the surrounding communities, contributing to the local waste management infrastructure. Its operational status ensures continued service for Hodgkins and nearby areas, with environmental considerations including landfill gas collection and leachate management.

The landfill is located in Hodgkins, Illinois, a suburban area near Chicago. The region's climate and hydrogeology influence leachate generation and groundwater protection needs. Landfill gas, primarily methane, is a key environmental concern, requiring collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proximity to residential areas necessitates careful traffic management and odor control.