Sevier County Class 4 Landfill - Municipal Solid Waste Landfill in DeQueen, Arkansas

Sevier County Class 4 Landfill is a municipal solid waste landfill located at 796 Piney Road, DeQueen, Arkansas, United States. It operates under the jurisdiction of Sevier County and is classified as a Class 4 landfill, which typically accepts municipal solid waste. The facility is currently operational and serves the waste management needs of the surrounding area. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality. As a Class 4 landfill, it is subject to RCRA Subtitle D requirements for municipal solid waste landfills, including liner systems, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is engaged in solid waste landfill operations. The Sevier County Class 4 Landfill plays a key role in managing the region's waste stream. Its location in rural Arkansas means it likely serves a mix of residential and commercial customers. Proper landfill management is critical for minimizing environmental impacts such as methane emissions and groundwater contamination, and the facility is expected to comply with all applicable regulations to protect local ecosystems and communities.

The landfill is situated in Sevier County, Arkansas, an area with a mix of agricultural and forested land. The local environment includes waterways that may be sensitive to leachate migration, making proper liner and leachate management essential. Methane generation from decomposing waste is a concern, and the facility likely employs gas collection or flaring systems to reduce emissions. Proximity to residential areas in DeQueen requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impact.