Simmons Machinery Company Inc Landfill - Jefferson County, Alabama Solid Waste Management

Simmons Machinery Company Inc Landfill is an operational solid waste landfill located in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. The facility serves the local area and operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. As a landfill, the facility is subject to regulations governing landfill gas collection, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) oversees compliance with state and federal standards. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is a solid waste landfill, likely accepting municipal or industrial waste. The facility's location in Jefferson County places it within a region with industrial and urban activity. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is critical to minimize environmental impact. The landfill contributes to local waste management infrastructure, providing disposal capacity for the surrounding community.

The landfill is located in Jefferson County, Alabama, an area with a mix of urban and industrial land use. Key environmental considerations for this facility include landfill gas generation and methane leakage, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is also important to protect groundwater quality, especially given the proximity to residential or ecological areas. Community concerns may include traffic from waste hauling vehicles and odor. Regulatory oversight by ADEM and EPA ensures compliance with landfill gas collection and leachate treatment requirements.