Tangerine Landfill - Solid Waste Management Facility in Marana, Arizona

Tangerine Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 10220 W. Tangerine Road in Marana, Arizona, within Pima County. As a landfill, it manages municipal solid waste for the surrounding communities and is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas emissions. In Arizona, landfills must comply with state-specific environmental regulations that align with federal requirements, ensuring proper waste containment and monitoring. Tangerine Landfill plays a key role in regional waste management, providing disposal capacity for Marana and nearby areas. Its operational status indicates ongoing waste acceptance and management, with typical landfill operations involving waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate management to protect local groundwater and air quality.

Landfills in arid regions like Arizona face unique environmental challenges, including dust control and water conservation. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the proximity to the Santa Cruz River basin. Landfill gas collection systems help reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, and may be used for energy recovery. Community proximity and truck traffic are also key considerations for local residents.