Chain of Rocks Recycling & Disposal - Landfill in Granite City, Illinois

Chain of Rocks Recycling & Disposal is a landfill facility located at 3399 W Chain of Rocks Rd in Granite City, Illinois, within Madison County. As an operational solid waste management site, it plays a key role in regional waste disposal and recycling efforts. The facility operates under the classification NAICS 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. This landfill is subject to US EPA regulations, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act rules for landfill gas management. Typical operations involve waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate collection to minimize environmental impact. In Illinois, landfills must also comply with state-specific permitting and monitoring requirements. The facility's location near the Mississippi River and within a densely populated area underscores the importance of proper waste management and environmental safeguards. Its ongoing operations contribute to local waste diversion and recycling goals, supporting community health and sustainability.

Landfills in this region must manage landfill gas, primarily methane, through collection and flaring or energy recovery systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the proximity to the Mississippi River. Community proximity and truck traffic are also key considerations for operational planning.