Des Moines County Landfill - Burlington, Iowa Solid Waste Management Facility

Des Moines County Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 1818 W Burlington Ave, Burlington, Iowa, United States. It serves Des Moines County and the surrounding region, handling municipal solid waste disposal. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, and Clean Air Act (CAA) rules for landfill gas emissions. Typical landfill operations include waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate management to protect groundwater. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Environmental considerations for this landfill include methane gas generation from decomposing waste, which requires gas collection and control systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the proximity to the Mississippi River and local water bodies. The facility's location in a mixed urban and agricultural area necessitates careful community engagement and traffic management.

The landfill is situated in Burlington, Iowa, near the Mississippi River, which heightens the importance of leachate management to protect water quality. Methane emissions from waste decomposition are a key environmental concern, requiring gas collection systems to mitigate climate impact. The facility's operations also involve managing odors and traffic in a community setting.