Hickory Ridge Landfill Inc - Operational Landfill in Murfreesboro, Arkansas

Hickory Ridge Landfill Inc is an operational landfill located at 242 Landfill Road in Murfreesboro, Pike County, Arkansas, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it plays a key role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure, handling municipal and industrial waste streams. 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. Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality oversees state-level compliance. The landfill's NAICS codes (562212 and 924110) indicate its focus on solid waste landfill operations and air and water resource management. As a landfill, Hickory Ridge Landfill Inc manages environmental risks through engineered systems for leachate collection and gas control. Its location in a rural area of Arkansas influences community proximity and traffic considerations. The facility contributes to waste management capacity in the region, supporting local sanitation needs.

Landfills in Arkansas operate under state and federal regulations to mitigate environmental impacts. Key concerns include methane generation from decomposing waste, which requires gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially in areas with shallow aquifers. Community proximity and truck traffic are also important factors, as landfills can affect local air quality and road infrastructure.