Overview
THATCHER CSWLF is an operational landfill in Thatcher, Arizona, United States. It serves the local solid waste management needs under the regulatory framework of the US EPA.
THATCHER CSWLF is a landfill facility located in Thatcher, Graham County, Arizona, United States. It is currently operational and plays a key role in managing solid waste for the surrounding community. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. As a landfill in the United States, THATCHER CSWLF operates under the regulatory oversight of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill design, operation, and closure, including requirements for leachate management and gas collection systems to mitigate environmental impacts. The facility's location in rural Arizona places it in a region with arid climate and limited groundwater resources, making leachate containment and groundwater protection critical. Proper management of landfill gas and community proximity are key operational considerations for this site.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in a semi-arid region of Arizona, where water resources are scarce and groundwater protection is paramount. Effective leachate management and gas collection systems are essential to prevent contamination of local aquifers and reduce methane emissions. The facility's proximity to the community of Thatcher requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize neighborhood impacts.
Frequently asked questions
THATCHER CSWLF is located in Thatcher, Graham County, Arizona, United States, approximately 1 mile west of U.S. Highway.
As a landfill, THATCHER CSWLF accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous solid waste, subject to state and federal regulations.
THATCHER CSWLF is currently operational, serving the solid waste disposal needs of the local community.
Landfills in the United States are regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D for municipal solid waste, and the Clean Air Act for landfill gas emissions.
The facility is required to implement leachate collection and treatment systems, landfill gas monitoring and control, and groundwater monitoring to comply with environmental regulations.
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