Lacy Lakeview RDF - Landfill in Waco, Texas, United States

Lacy Lakeview RDF is a landfill facility located at 677 Selby Lane in Waco, McLennan County, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by WM (Waste Management), the facility has been operational since 1983 and is currently scheduled to close in 2025. As a solid waste management facility, it serves the local community and regional waste disposal needs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. As a landfill in Texas, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Typical landfill operations include waste compaction, daily cover, leachate management, and gas collection systems to mitigate environmental impacts. Lacy Lakeview RDF plays a significant role in the waste management infrastructure of the Waco area. Its closure in 2025 marks a transition point for local waste disposal, potentially leading to increased reliance on other facilities or alternative waste management strategies. The site's long operational history reflects its importance in the region's solid waste management system.

Landfills like Lacy Lakeview RDF pose environmental considerations including methane generation from decomposing waste, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions if not properly captured. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's location in Texas where aquifers are important water sources. Proximity to the community of Waco requires careful traffic management and odor control. The scheduled closure in 2025 will necessitate post-closure care such as cap maintenance and long-term monitoring.