Shannon Road Landfill - Operational Solid Waste Landfill in Pine Bluff, Arkansas

Shannon Road Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 7700 Shannon Road in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, within Jefferson County. As a landfill, it manages municipal solid waste for the local community and surrounding areas, contributing to the region's waste disposal infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency's RCRA Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and the Clean Air Act's landfill gas rules. These regulations require proper liner systems, leachate management, and gas collection to minimize environmental impacts. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Shannon Road Landfill plays a key role in managing waste from Pine Bluff and Jefferson County, supporting public health and sanitation. Its operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal capacity for the region, while compliance with federal regulations helps mitigate risks such as groundwater contamination and methane emissions.

Landfills in Arkansas, like Shannon Road Landfill, must address environmental challenges including methane generation from decomposing waste and leachate production that can affect groundwater. Proximity to the Arkansas River and local waterways necessitates robust liner and collection systems. Community proximity and truck traffic are also considerations for local air quality and noise.