Stanley Sanitary Landfill - Operational Landfill in Stanley, Idaho

Stanley Sanitary Landfill is an operational solid waste management facility located in Stanley, Idaho, United States. Situated along ID-21 in Custer County, this landfill serves the local community and surrounding areas. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure, handling municipal solid waste generated by residential, commercial, and industrial sources. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency's RCRA Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. This includes requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and closure plans. Additionally, the landfill must comply with Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions, which may include gas collection and control systems to mitigate methane release. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Stanley Sanitary Landfill is situated in a rural, mountainous area of central Idaho, near the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. Its environmental significance lies in proper waste containment and management to protect local groundwater and surface water resources. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal services for the community, while adhering to federal and state environmental standards.

The landfill is located in a mountainous region with cold winters and moderate precipitation, which influences leachate generation and groundwater protection needs. Proper leachate management and groundwater monitoring are critical to prevent contamination of nearby water bodies. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and odor impacts on the surrounding natural environment.