SR 85 Landfill Public Works Dept - Buckeye, Arizona Landfill

SR 85 Landfill Public Works Dept is an operational landfill located at 28633 W Patterson Rd in Buckeye, Arizona, within Maricopa County. As a municipal solid waste landfill, it plays a key role in waste management for the region, handling disposal needs for the growing Phoenix metropolitan area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. This includes requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is specifically engaged in solid waste landfill operations. Environmental considerations for this landfill include methane gas generation from decomposing waste, which is typically managed through gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is also critical to protect local groundwater resources. The facility's location in the arid Arizona climate influences operational practices, particularly regarding moisture control and dust management.

The SR 85 Landfill operates in the Sonoran Desert climate of Arizona, where low rainfall reduces leachate generation but increases dust and odor management challenges. Groundwater protection is a priority due to the region's reliance on aquifers for water supply. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and flared or utilized to comply with Clean Air Act regulations, minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and local air quality impacts.