Central Landfill Matanuska-Susitna Borough - Palmer, Alaska Solid Waste Landfill

Central Landfill Matanuska-Susitna Borough is an operational landfill located at 1201 N 49th State St, Palmer, Alaska 99645. Serving the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, this facility handles solid waste disposal for the local community. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill design, operation, and closure, as well as gas collection and control. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is focused on solid waste landfill operations. Located in Alaska, the landfill faces unique environmental considerations such as permafrost and cold climate conditions, which influence waste decomposition and leachate management. The facility's proximity to Palmer and the Matanuska-Susitna Borough highlights its importance for local waste disposal and community service.

Landfills in Alaska, like Central Landfill, must address challenges such as cold temperatures slowing waste decomposition and potential permafrost impacts on liner integrity. Leachate management is critical to protect groundwater, and landfill gas collection systems help mitigate methane emissions. The facility's location near Palmer requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impacts.