Durham Regional Landfill - Florence, Arizona Solid Waste Management Facility

Durham Regional Landfill is a solid waste management facility located in Florence, Arizona, United States. Operated by Right Away Disposal and owned by Waste Connections Inc. - Central Region, this landfill has been operational since 2015 and is projected to close in 2029. It serves the Pinal County area and surrounding communities, handling municipal solid waste disposal. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. As a modern landfill in Arizona, it likely incorporates liners, leachate collection systems, and gas monitoring to comply with federal and state environmental standards. The landfill's scale is typical for a regional facility in the southwestern United States. Durham Regional Landfill plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure, providing disposal capacity for local communities. Its location in a semi-arid climate influences leachate management and gas generation. The facility's operations contribute to the circular economy by managing waste while minimizing environmental impacts through regulatory compliance.

The landfill is situated in a semi-arid region of Arizona, where low rainfall reduces leachate generation but also limits natural attenuation. Groundwater protection is critical due to the arid environment and potential for contamination. Landfill gas management, including methane capture, is important for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Proximity to transportation routes and communities requires careful traffic and odor management to minimize local impacts.