DELAWARE SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY, CHERRY I Landfill - Wilmington, Delaware Solid Waste Management

DELAWARE SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY, CHERRY I is a landfill facility located at 1706 East 12th Street in Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware. It operates under the oversight of the Delaware Solid Waste Authority and is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations. The facility plays a key role in managing municipal solid waste for the Wilmington area and surrounding communities. As a landfill in the United States, this facility operates under the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills, which govern design, operation, and closure standards. It must also comply with Clean Air Act landfill gas rules, requiring gas collection and control systems to reduce methane emissions. The landfill likely employs modern liner and leachate management systems to protect groundwater resources. The Cherry I landfill contributes to Delaware's waste management infrastructure, providing essential disposal capacity for the region. Its location in an urban area near Wilmington necessitates careful management of community impacts such as traffic, odor, and groundwater protection. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing service to the local population.

The landfill is situated in New Castle County, Delaware, an area with a mix of urban and suburban development. Proximity to the Delaware River and groundwater resources requires robust leachate management to prevent contamination. Landfill gas collection systems are critical to mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity in Wilmington means traffic and odor management are key operational considerations.