Kimble Sanitary LF - Landfill in Dover, Ohio, United States

Kimble Sanitary LF is a landfill facility located at 3596 SR 39 NW in Dover, Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States. Owned and operated by Kimble Companies, the facility has been in operation since 1960 and is expected to continue operations until 2040. As a landfill, it serves the local community by managing solid waste disposal. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas. Ohio's solid waste management rules align with federal standards, requiring liners, leachate collection, and gas monitoring. The landfill's long operational history suggests it has adapted to evolving regulations over time. Kimble Sanitary LF plays a key role in solid waste management for the Dover area and Tuscarawas County. Its extended lifespan and planned closure in 2040 indicate ongoing community reliance. The facility's location in a rural setting may reduce some community proximity concerns, though landfill gas and leachate management remain important environmental considerations.

Landfills like Kimble Sanitary LF must manage methane generation through gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with EPA regulations. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's long operational history. Proximity to the community of Dover and local traffic from waste hauling are additional environmental considerations.