Overview
Simco Road Regional Landfill is an operational landfill in Mayfield, Idaho, owned by Idaho Regional Waste Services, LLC. It opened in 2000 and is expected to remain open until 2150.
Simco Road Regional Landfill is a landfill facility located at 16415 NW Waste Site Drive in Mayfield, Idaho, United States. Owned by Idaho Regional Waste Services, LLC, the landfill has been operational since 2000 and is projected to continue operations until 2150, indicating a long-term waste management solution for the region. As a landfill in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. The landfill's long operational lifespan suggests it is a significant regional asset, likely serving multiple communities in Elmore County and surrounding areas. The facility's environmental significance lies in its role in managing solid waste for the region. Landfills of this scale require careful management of landfill gas and leachate to minimize environmental impact. The site's location in Idaho, a state with varied geography, may influence groundwater protection measures and community proximity considerations.
Environmental context
Landfills like Simco Road Regional Landfill must manage methane emissions through gas collection systems and control leachate to protect groundwater. The facility's location in Idaho, with its mix of agricultural and natural landscapes, requires careful siting to minimize impacts on local water resources and nearby communities. Proximity to residential areas and traffic from waste hauling are additional environmental considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Simco Road Regional Landfill is located at 16415 NW Waste Site Drive in Mayfield, Idaho, United States.
Simco Road Regional Landfill is currently operational, having opened in 2000 and with a projected closure year of 2150.
Simco Road Regional Landfill is owned by Idaho Regional Waste Services, LLC.
As a landfill in the United States, Simco Road Regional Landfill operates under US EPA regulations including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act rules for landfill gas emissions.
Landfills typically implement gas collection systems to capture methane, leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination, and monitoring of nearby water resources to minimize environmental impact.
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