Overview
Metro Park West Landfill is an operational landfill in Perry, Iowa, managed by Metro Waste Authority. It serves the solid waste management needs of the region.
Metro Park West Landfill is an operational solid waste management facility located at 2499 337th Street in Perry, Dallas County, Iowa. Owned and operated by Metro Waste Authority, IA, this landfill serves as a key disposal site for municipal solid waste in the region. As a landfill, the facility manages waste through controlled disposal, with systems in place for leachate management and landfill gas collection to mitigate environmental impacts. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas emissions. The facility plays a significant role in the waste management infrastructure of central Iowa, providing essential disposal services for the surrounding communities. Its location in a rural area helps manage community proximity and traffic impacts, while ongoing operations focus on environmental compliance and resource recovery.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in a rural area of Dallas County, Iowa, where groundwater protection and methane management are key environmental considerations. Leachate control systems are critical to prevent contamination of local water resources, while landfill gas collection helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The facility's location away from dense urban centers minimizes community exposure to traffic and odors.
Frequently asked questions
Metro Park West Landfill is located at 2499 337th Street in Perry, Dallas County, Iowa, United States.
As a municipal solid waste landfill, Metro Park West Landfill accepts household and commercial waste, subject to local regulations and permits.
The landfill is owned and operated by Metro Waste Authority, IA, a public entity responsible for waste management services in the region.
Landfills in the US are regulated under the EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste, with additional requirements for landfill gas emissions under the Clean Air Act.
The landfill employs leachate collection systems to protect groundwater and landfill gas collection to reduce methane emissions, in compliance with state and federal regulations.
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