Calhoun County Landfill - Anniston, Alabama Solid Waste Management Facility

Calhoun County Landfill is a municipal solid waste landfill located at 3625 Morrisville Rd, Anniston, Alabama, in Calhoun County. The facility is operational and serves the local community's waste disposal needs. As a landfill, it is classified under NAICS code 562212 for Solid Waste Landfills, indicating its role in the region's waste management infrastructure. The landfill 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 closure plans. Additionally, the Clean Air Act (CAA) regulations apply to landfill gas emissions, requiring gas collection and control systems for larger facilities to mitigate methane emissions. Calhoun County Landfill plays a key role in managing solid waste for Anniston and surrounding areas. Its environmental significance includes potential impacts on local groundwater and air quality through leachate and landfill gas. Proper management of these factors is essential to minimize risks to nearby communities and ecosystems. The facility's compliance with federal regulations helps ensure safe waste disposal.

The landfill is situated in Anniston, Alabama, within the Appalachian foothills region. The local climate, with significant rainfall, increases the potential for leachate generation, requiring robust leachate management systems to protect groundwater. Proximity to residential areas may raise concerns about odor, traffic, and air emissions from landfill gas. Methane leakage from the landfill could contribute to greenhouse gas emissions if gas collection systems are not fully effective.