Gordon County / Lick Creek Road Ranger LF Landfill - Calhoun, Georgia Solid Waste Management

Gordon County / Lick Creek Road Ranger LF is an operational landfill located in Calhoun, Gordon County, Georgia, United States. It serves the local community by providing solid waste disposal services. As a landfill, it is a key component of the region's waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill design, operation, and closure, including requirements for liners, leachate collection, and gas management. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is focused on solid waste landfill operations. This landfill plays a significant role in managing waste from Gordon County and surrounding areas. Proper landfill operations are critical for protecting local groundwater and air quality. The facility's location in Georgia, a state with a growing population, underscores its importance in sustainable waste management.

Landfills like this one must manage landfill gas, primarily methane, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is also critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's location in a region with significant rainfall. Proximity to communities requires careful traffic and odor management to minimize local impacts.