Overview
FOREST LAKES CSWLF is an operational landfill in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. It serves the Coconino County area under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations.
FOREST LAKES CSWLF is an operational landfill located in Forest Lakes, approximately 2 miles north of Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. It operates under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfill facilities. The facility manages municipal solid waste for the surrounding region, including Coconino County. As a landfill in the United States, FOREST LAKES CSWLF operates under the regulatory framework of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. Landfills in Arizona must comply with state-level solid waste rules and typically employ liners, leachate collection systems, and gas monitoring to mitigate environmental impacts. The facility plays a key role in waste management for the Flagstaff area, which is situated in the Colorado Plateau region. Its operational status indicates ongoing service to the community, with typical landfill activities including waste placement, compaction, and daily cover. The site's location in a forested area requires careful management of fire risk and groundwater protection.
Environmental context
The landfill is located in the Coconino National Forest region near Flagstaff, Arizona, an area characterized by ponderosa pine forests and a semi-arid climate. Key environmental considerations for this facility include landfill gas generation (methane) and leachate management, given the proximity to forested lands and potential groundwater resources. The site's operations must comply with EPA regulations to minimize methane emissions and prevent groundwater contamination, while also addressing community concerns about traffic and odor.
Frequently asked questions
FOREST LAKES CSWLF is located in Forest Lakes, approximately 2 miles north of Flagstaff, Arizona, United States.
As a landfill, FOREST LAKES CSWLF accepts municipal solid waste from the surrounding region, including household and commercial waste, under NAICS code 562212.
The facility operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions, along with Arizona state solid waste rules.
Landfills like FOREST LAKES CSWLF typically use liners, leachate collection systems, and gas monitoring to manage environmental risks such as groundwater contamination and methane emissions.
FOREST LAKES CSWLF is currently operational, actively serving the waste management needs of Flagstaff and Coconino County.
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