Quarantine Road SLF - Landfill in Curtis Bay, Maryland, United States

Quarantine Road SLF is a landfill located at 6100 Quarantine Road in Curtis Bay, Maryland, United States. Owned and operated by the City of Baltimore, this facility has been in operation since 1985 and is scheduled for closure in 2026. As a municipal solid waste landfill, it serves the Baltimore area, managing significant tonnages of waste annually. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. Landfills in Maryland must comply with state-specific environmental permits and monitoring requirements. The site likely includes systems for leachate collection and gas management to mitigate environmental impacts. Quarantine Road SLF plays a critical role in the region's waste management infrastructure, serving a densely populated urban area. Its proximity to Curtis Bay and the Baltimore harbor raises considerations for groundwater protection and community impact. The scheduled closure in 2026 indicates ongoing planning for post-closure care and alternative waste disposal solutions.

The landfill is situated in an industrial area near Curtis Bay, close to the Patapsco River and Chesapeake Bay watershed. This location necessitates robust leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination and protect sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Landfill gas collection systems are critical to reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional environmental considerations for this urban facility.