Overview
CITY OF ELOY LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill in Eloy, Arizona, serving Pinal County. It manages municipal solid waste under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
CITY OF ELOY LANDFILL is an operational landfill located in Eloy, Arizona, within Pinal County. It serves the local community by providing solid waste disposal services, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills. As a landfill in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations including RCRA Subtitle D standards for design, operation, and closure, as well as Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it operates as a solid waste landfill, typically involving waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate management systems. The landfill plays a key role in the waste management infrastructure of Eloy and surrounding areas. Its location in Arizona's desert climate influences operational practices, particularly regarding leachate generation and dust control. Proper management of landfill gas and groundwater monitoring are critical environmental considerations for this facility.
Environmental context
In the arid environment of Arizona, landfill operations face unique challenges including limited rainfall reducing leachate generation but increasing dust concerns. Groundwater protection is critical due to the region's reliance on aquifers. Proximity to agricultural areas and residential communities necessitates careful management of odors, traffic, and potential methane migration. Compliance with EPA landfill gas rules and groundwater monitoring requirements helps mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The City of Eloy Landfill is located at Alsdorf & Toltec Rd, Eloy, Arizona 85131, in Pinal County, United States.
As a municipal solid waste landfill, it accepts household and commercial non-hazardous solid waste, subject to local regulations.
The landfill is owned and operated by the City of Eloy, a municipal government entity.
Landfills in Arizona must comply with US EPA RCRA Subtitle D standards for design, operation, and closure, as well as state-specific requirements from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.
The landfill employs standard practices such as liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management to mitigate environmental impacts.
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