DEKALB COUNTY LANDFILL - Operational Landfill in DeKalb, Illinois

DEKALB COUNTY LANDFILL is an operational solid waste facility located at 18370 Somonauk Rd, DeKalb, Illinois, United States. As a landfill, it provides essential waste disposal services for DeKalb County and surrounding areas, handling municipal solid waste in compliance with federal and state regulations. 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. As a landfill in Illinois, it must adhere to state-specific requirements for liners, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. DEKALB COUNTY LANDFILL plays a critical role in the region's waste management infrastructure, ensuring proper disposal of waste while mitigating environmental impacts through engineered systems. Its location in a rural area near DeKalb balances community service with operational considerations such as traffic and proximity to residential zones.

Landfills like DEKALB COUNTY LANDFILL require careful management of landfill gas, which primarily consists of methane and carbon dioxide. Methane leakage is a key environmental concern due to its potent greenhouse gas effect. Leachate management is also critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially in areas with shallow water tables. Proximity to the community necessitates controls on odor, traffic, and litter to minimize local impacts.