Bradford County Landfill - Municipal Solid Waste Landfill in Troy, Pennsylvania

Bradford County Landfill is a municipal solid waste landfill located at 108 Steam Hollow Road off U.S. Route 6 in Troy, Pennsylvania. Operated by the Northern Tier Solid Waste Authority (NTSWA), this facility has been accepting waste since 1983 and remains open for disposal operations. As a landfill serving Bradford County and surrounding areas, it plays a key role in regional waste management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. This includes requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management. The landfill's design and operations must comply with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) regulations, ensuring environmental protection. Bradford County Landfill provides essential waste disposal services to the local community, managing household and commercial solid waste. Its location in a rural area of Pennsylvania influences its operational considerations, such as groundwater protection and community impact. The facility's long operational history demonstrates its importance to the region's waste management infrastructure.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Bradford County, Pennsylvania, where groundwater protection is a critical environmental concern. Leachate management systems are essential to prevent contamination of local water resources. Landfill gas, primarily methane, is generated as waste decomposes; proper gas collection and control systems help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate odor impacts on nearby communities. The facility's proximity to U.S. Route 6 also involves traffic considerations for waste transport.