Montgomery County Sanitary Landfill - Red Oak, Iowa Solid Waste Management Facility

Montgomery County Sanitary Landfill is a landfill facility located at 1704 L Avenue in Red Oak, Montgomery County, Iowa, United States. It serves the local community as a solid waste disposal site, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. As a landfill in the United States, this facility is subject to federal and state regulations, including RCRA Subtitle D requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and closure/post-closure care. Additionally, the Clean Air Act (CAA) landfill gas rules apply, requiring gas collection and control systems for larger landfills to reduce methane emissions. The facility's operational status indicates it is actively receiving waste, and its scale is typical for a county-level landfill in rural Iowa. The environmental significance of Montgomery County Sanitary Landfill lies in its role in managing solid waste for the region while mitigating potential impacts through regulatory compliance. Landfill gas management and leachate control are critical for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting groundwater resources. The facility's location in a rural area may influence community proximity and traffic considerations.

The landfill is situated in Montgomery County, Iowa, a rural area with agricultural land use. Groundwater protection is a key concern, as landfills must prevent leachate from contaminating local aquifers. Methane emissions from waste decomposition require gas collection systems to mitigate climate impact. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional factors influencing environmental management.