Cedar Rapids and Linn County Solid Waste Agency Landfill - Marion, Iowa Landfill

The Cedar Rapids and Linn County Solid Waste Agency Landfill is a municipal solid waste landfill located at 1954 County Home Rd in Marion, Iowa. It serves the Cedar Rapids and Linn County area, providing essential waste disposal services to the community. As a landfill, it operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. This facility is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill) and is currently operational. Landfills of this type typically manage hundreds of thousands of tons of waste annually. The facility is subject to Iowa Department of Natural Resources oversight and must comply with state and federal environmental regulations, including groundwater monitoring and landfill gas management. The landfill plays a critical role in the region's waste management infrastructure, handling residential and commercial solid waste. Its location in Linn County, near the city of Marion, places it within a populated area, necessitating careful management of environmental impacts such as leachate control and methane emissions. The facility contributes to the circular economy by managing waste in a regulated environment, reducing the potential for illegal dumping and environmental harm.

The landfill operates in a region with a temperate climate and proximity to the Cedar River watershed, making leachate management and groundwater protection critical. Methane generation from decomposing waste requires active gas collection systems to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act standards. The facility's location near residential areas also necessitates careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impact.