Overview
MOHAVE VALLEY LANDFILL is an operational solid waste facility in Mohave Valley, Arizona, serving the local community under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
MOHAVE VALLEY LANDFILL is an operational landfill located at 3999 EL RODEO RD in Mohave Valley, Arizona, United States. This facility manages solid waste for the surrounding area in Mohave County, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. As a landfill, this facility is designed for the disposal of solid waste on land, with engineering controls to manage environmental impacts. Typical operations include waste compaction, daily cover, and systems for leachate collection and landfill gas management. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is specifically engaged in solid waste landfill operations. The landfill plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure, providing a disposal option for residential and commercial waste. Its location in the arid climate of western Arizona influences operational practices, particularly regarding leachate generation and dust control. The facility contributes to the broader waste management system in Mohave County.
Environmental context
The landfill's location in the Mojave Desert region means low annual precipitation, reducing leachate generation but increasing dust management needs. Groundwater protection is critical due to the proximity of the Colorado River and alluvial aquifers. Landfill gas management, including methane collection and control, is a key environmental consideration to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and comply with EPA's Clean Air Act regulations for landfills.
Frequently asked questions
MOHAVE VALLEY LANDFILL is located at 3999 EL RODEO RD, Mohave Valley, Arizona 86440, United States.
As a landfill, MOHAVE VALLEY LANDFILL accepts municipal solid waste and likely non-hazardous commercial and industrial waste, in accordance with its permit under RCRA Subtitle D.
MOHAVE VALLEY LANDFILL is currently operational, actively serving the waste disposal needs of Mohave Valley and surrounding areas.
The facility operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. State and local regulations in Arizona also apply.
Landfills like MOHAVE VALLEY LANDFILL typically use liners and leachate collection systems to protect groundwater, and gas collection systems to control methane emissions. Dust and odor are managed through operational practices.
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