Belleville Landfill - Solid Waste Management Facility in Belleville, Illinois

Belleville Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 2381 Park Dr, Belleville, Illinois, in St. Clair County. As a landfill, it plays a key role in managing municipal solid waste for the surrounding community. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas. The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill). The facility is part of the regional waste management infrastructure in southwestern Illinois. Typical operations include waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate management to protect groundwater. Landfill gas collection systems are commonly employed at modern landfills to reduce methane emissions. Belleville Landfill contributes to local waste disposal needs and supports public health and environmental protection through regulated operations. Its location near residential areas necessitates careful management of traffic, odor, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's compliance with federal and state regulations ensures it meets environmental standards for solid waste management.

The landfill's location in St. Clair County, Illinois, places it within a region with significant groundwater resources, including the Mississippi River Valley aquifer. Leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of local water supplies. Additionally, landfill gas generation requires effective collection and control to minimize methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Proximity to residential areas in Belleville also necessitates careful management of truck traffic and odor to reduce community impacts.