Rich County LF Landfill - Laketown, Utah Solid Waste Management Facility

Rich County LF is a landfill facility located off Highway 30 in Laketown, Utah, United States. Owned and operated by Rich County, the landfill has been operational since 1982 and is expected to remain open until 2030. It serves as the primary solid waste disposal site for the county, handling municipal solid waste generated by the local population. As a Subtitle D landfill under the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Rich County LF must comply with federal regulations for municipal solid waste landfills, including liner and leachate collection systems, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management. The facility's operational status and closure plan are subject to state and federal oversight to ensure environmental protection. The landfill plays a critical role in waste management for Rich County, a rural area in northern Utah. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is essential to minimize environmental impacts, particularly given the region's proximity to Bear Lake and other sensitive ecosystems. The facility's closure in 2030 will require post-closure care and monitoring to ensure long-term environmental safety.

Rich County LF is situated in a rural area near Bear Lake, a popular recreational and ecological resource. Landfill gas management, including methane capture, is important to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and odor impacts. Leachate control is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the area's hydrogeological sensitivity. Community proximity and traffic from waste hauling are also considerations for local residents.