Evergreen Recycling & Disposal LF - Landfill in Northwood, Ohio, USA

Evergreen Recycling & Disposal LF is a landfill facility located at 2625 East Broadway Street in Northwood, Wood County, Ohio. Owned and operated by WM (Waste Management), it has been in operation since 1973 and is projected to remain open until 2059. The facility plays a key role in managing solid waste for the surrounding communities in northwestern Ohio. As a landfill, Evergreen Recycling & Disposal LF operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas emissions. The facility is subject to Ohio EPA oversight, which enforces state-specific requirements for landfill design, operation, and closure. Typical landfill operations involve waste compaction, daily cover, leachate collection, and gas management systems to mitigate environmental impacts. The facility's long operational history and planned lifespan through 2059 indicate its significance as a long-term waste management asset for the region. Landfills like this one are critical for managing the waste generated by residential, commercial, and industrial sectors in the area. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is essential to minimize methane emissions and protect local groundwater resources.

The facility is located in Northwood, Ohio, an area with a mix of residential and industrial land uses. Landfills in this region must manage leachate to prevent groundwater contamination, given the proximity to the Maumee River and Lake Erie watershed. Methane generation from decomposing waste requires active gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with EPA regulations. Community proximity and truck traffic are also important considerations for local environmental quality.