HOOD LANDFILL (MOBILE HOME) - Operational Landfill in Addison, Alabama

HOOD LANDFILL (MOBILE HOME) is an operational solid waste landfill located in Addison, Winston County, Alabama, United States. The facility serves the local community and is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas. Alabama's solid waste management is overseen by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), which enforces state and federal standards for landfill design, operation, and closure. Landfills like HOOD LANDFILL (MOBILE HOME) are significant for managing non-hazardous solid waste, but they also require careful environmental management. Key considerations include landfill gas collection to reduce methane emissions, leachate management to protect groundwater, and community proximity and traffic impacts. The facility's location in a rural area of Alabama influences its operational context.

In Alabama, landfills must manage landfill gas and leachate to mitigate environmental impacts. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is generated by decomposing waste and requires collection or flaring. Leachate, a liquid that percolates through waste, must be treated to prevent groundwater contamination. The facility's proximity to local communities and transportation routes also affects air quality and traffic. Proper management of these factors is essential for environmental compliance and community health.