Southern IL Reg. Landfill - DeSoto, Illinois Solid Waste Management Facility

Southern IL Reg. Landfill is a landfill facility located at 1540 Landfill Rd in DeSoto, Jackson County, Illinois, United States. It is currently operational and serves the local community's solid waste management needs. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. Landfills in Illinois are also subject to state-level environmental regulations. The facility's NAICS codes (221210 and 562212) indicate involvement in waste treatment and disposal, as well as solid waste landfill operations. Environmental management at Southern IL Reg. Landfill includes landfill gas collection and leachate management to mitigate methane emissions and protect groundwater. The facility's location in a rural area of Jackson County influences its operational practices, particularly regarding community proximity and traffic. Proper waste compaction and daily cover are standard practices to minimize environmental impact.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Jackson County, Illinois, where groundwater protection is critical due to the region's hydrogeology. Leachate management systems are essential to prevent contamination of local water resources. Landfill gas collection helps reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, and may be used for energy recovery. Community proximity and truck traffic are managed through operational controls and buffer zones.