City of Conway Landfill & MRF - Solid Waste Management in Conway, Arkansas

The City of Conway Landfill & MRF is an operational solid waste management facility located at 4550 64 HWY W, Conway, Arkansas, in Faulkner County. As a combined landfill and materials recovery facility (MRF), it serves the municipal solid waste needs of the region, processing and disposing of waste generated by the local community. Operating under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the facility must comply with RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills, including requirements for liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. The facility's dual role as a landfill and MRF suggests it incorporates recycling and waste diversion practices, aligning with modern waste management strategies. The facility plays a key role in the waste management infrastructure of Conway and Faulkner County, providing essential disposal and recycling services. Its location in central Arkansas places it within a region with growing urban and industrial activity, making effective waste management critical for environmental protection and community health.

The facility's environmental context involves managing landfill gas and leachate to mitigate methane emissions and groundwater contamination risks. Proximity to the Arkansas River valley and local aquifers necessitates robust liner and collection systems. Community proximity and truck traffic are also considerations, requiring odor control and traffic management measures to minimize neighborhood impacts.