HALEHAKA LANDFILL - Operational Landfill in Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii

HALEHAKA LANDFILL is an operational solid waste facility located along Farrington Highway in Lihue, Kauai County, Hawaii. As a landfill serving the island of Kauai, it plays a critical role in managing municipal solid waste for the local community. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. The landfill is situated in a tropical island environment, which presents unique challenges for leachate management and groundwater protection due to high rainfall. Typical operations at such facilities include waste compaction, daily cover, and gas collection systems to mitigate methane emissions. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill, subject to federal and state regulations specific to Hawaii. As the primary landfill for Kauai, HALEHAKA LANDFILL is essential for the island's waste disposal infrastructure. Its location near the coast requires careful environmental management to protect nearby ecosystems and groundwater resources. The facility contributes to the circular economy by managing waste in a regulated environment, reducing the environmental impact of unmanaged disposal.

The landfill is located on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, a tropical environment with high rainfall and sensitive coastal ecosystems. Effective leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, and landfill gas collection systems help reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Proximity to residential areas and traffic from waste hauling are additional considerations for community and environmental health.