BFI Model Landfill - Operational Landfill in Little Rock, Arkansas

BFI Model Landfill is an operational solid waste management facility located at 3817 Mebelvale Pike in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. Serving Pulaski County, this landfill plays a key role in regional waste disposal for the Little Rock metropolitan area. As a landfill, it is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill gas collection, methane emission controls, and leachate management to minimize environmental impact. In Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment oversees state-level compliance. BFI Model Landfill contributes to the waste management infrastructure of central Arkansas. Its operational status ensures ongoing service for community waste disposal needs. Proper landfill management is critical for groundwater protection and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through gas collection systems.

Landfills in Arkansas face environmental considerations including groundwater proximity due to the state's high water table and karst geology in some regions. Methane generation from decomposing waste requires active gas collection systems to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is essential to prevent contamination of local water resources, particularly given the proximity to the Arkansas River and regional aquifers.