CCASWA Regional Collection Center-Landfill - Clinton, Iowa Landfill

CCASWA Regional Collection Center-Landfill is an operational landfill located at 4292 220th St, Clinton, Iowa, United States. It falls under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills and serves the Clinton County area. The facility is a key component of the region's solid waste management infrastructure. As a landfill in the United States, this facility operates under federal regulations including the EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act rules for landfill gas emissions. State and local regulations in Iowa also apply, governing leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas collection. The landfill likely accepts municipal solid waste and may have systems in place for gas capture and leachate treatment. The facility plays an important role in managing waste from the surrounding community, contributing to public health and environmental protection. Its location in rural Iowa means it may face challenges related to groundwater proximity and community traffic. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is critical to minimizing environmental impact.

The landfill is situated in Clinton County, Iowa, an area with agricultural land and proximity to the Mississippi River. Groundwater protection is a key concern, as leachate from landfills can contaminate local aquifers. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and odor. Community proximity and truck traffic are also important factors for local residents.