SHELDON MSW LANDFILLL - Municipal Solid Waste Landfill in Duncan, Arizona

SHELDON MSW LANDFILLL is a municipal solid waste landfill located in Duncan, Arizona, United States. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of Greenlee County and is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations. As a landfill, it provides essential waste disposal services for the local community and surrounding areas. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and the Clean Air Act (CAA) landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill design, operation, and closure, as well as gas collection and control systems to mitigate methane emissions. The landfill's scale is typical for a rural county facility, handling waste from residential and commercial sources. Environmental considerations for this landfill include leachate management to protect groundwater quality, given its location in a semi-arid region. Landfill gas collection and methane leakage are also key operational concerns, as methane is a potent greenhouse gas. The facility's proximity to the community of Duncan and local traffic routes necessitates careful management of odor, dust, and vehicle movements to minimize neighborhood impacts.

The SHELDON MSW LANDFILLL is situated in a semi-arid region of Arizona, where water resources are scarce and groundwater protection is critical. Leachate management is a primary environmental concern to prevent contamination of local aquifers. Landfill gas generation, including methane, requires effective collection and control systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act regulations. The facility's location near Duncan and along local roads means that community proximity and traffic impacts must be managed to minimize nuisance and safety issues.