Little River County Landfill - Ashdown, Arkansas Solid Waste Management Facility

Little River County Landfill is a solid waste management facility located on Highway 108 in Ashdown, Arkansas, United States. Operating under the jurisdiction of Little River County, this landfill serves the region's municipal solid waste disposal needs. As a landfill-type facility, it plays a key role in the area's waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill design, operation, and closure, including leachate management and gas collection. The landfill's NAICS codes (562111 and 562212) indicate it handles both solid waste collection and disposal. Environmental considerations for this landfill include groundwater protection through liner systems and leachate collection, as well as landfill gas management to reduce methane emissions. Its location in rural Arkansas minimizes proximity to dense populations, though local traffic and odor management remain operational priorities. The facility contributes to the county's waste management infrastructure.

Landfills in Arkansas, like Little River County Landfill, must comply with state and federal regulations to mitigate environmental impacts. Key concerns include methane leakage from decomposing waste, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination. The facility's rural setting reduces community proximity risks, but groundwater monitoring and gas collection systems are essential for long-term environmental protection.