Mallard North Landfill - Operational Landfill in Hanover Park, Illinois

Mallard North Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located on Greenbrook Blvd in Hanover Park, Illinois, within DuPage County. As a landfill, it plays a key role in managing municipal solid waste for the surrounding communities in the Chicago metropolitan area. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. In Illinois, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency oversees permitting and compliance. Typical landfill operations involve waste compaction, daily cover, leachate management, and gas collection systems to control methane emissions. Mallard North Landfill provides essential waste disposal services to DuPage County and nearby areas. Its location in a suburban setting requires careful management of environmental impacts such as groundwater protection, odor control, and traffic. The facility contributes to regional waste management infrastructure and supports local public health and sanitation goals.

Landfills like Mallard North Landfill must manage landfill gas, primarily methane, through collection and flaring or energy recovery to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's proximity to residential areas in Hanover Park. Community concerns often include odor, truck traffic, and potential impacts on local water resources. Regulatory compliance with RCRA Subtitle D and state requirements helps mitigate these risks.