Southern OK Regional Disposal LF - Landfill in Ardmore, Oklahoma, USA

Southern OK Regional Disposal LF is a landfill facility located in Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma, United States. It has been operational since 1978 and is owned by Southern Oklahoma Regional Disposal, Inc. The facility plays a key role in managing solid waste for the surrounding region. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas management. As a landfill in Oklahoma, it is subject to state-level environmental regulations that govern leachate control, groundwater monitoring, and methane gas collection to mitigate environmental impacts. With a planned closure year of 2056, the facility is designed for long-term service. Its location in Ardmore places it within a region that balances industrial activity and agricultural land use, requiring careful management of community proximity and traffic. The landfill contributes to local waste disposal infrastructure while adhering to federal and state environmental standards.

Landfills like Southern OK Regional Disposal LF must manage methane gas generation through collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's location in Oklahoma where aquifers may be present. Proximity to Ardmore requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impact.