Risk: Medium Landfill Operational

Trans-Jordan LF Landfill - South Jordan, Utah Solid Waste Management

South Jordan, Utah, United States

Overview

Trans-Jordan LF is an operational landfill in South Jordan, Utah, serving the Trans-Jordan Cities area since 1958. It is a key solid waste management facility in Salt Lake County.

Trans-Jordan LF is a landfill located at 10473 South Bacchus Highway in South Jordan, Utah, United States. Operated by Trans-Jordan Cities, UT, the facility has been in operation since 1958 and is expected to remain open until 2032, serving the solid waste management needs of the region. As a landfill in the United States, Trans-Jordan LF operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. The facility manages waste disposal for the surrounding communities in Salt Lake County, with typical landfill operations involving waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate management. The landfill plays a significant role in the local waste management infrastructure, handling waste from residential and commercial sources. Its long operational history and planned closure date indicate a well-established facility that contributes to the region's environmental management through proper waste containment and potential landfill gas recovery.

Environmental context

Landfills like Trans-Jordan LF require careful management of landfill gas, primarily methane, to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act regulations. Leachate management is also critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's proximity to the Wasatch Front. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional environmental considerations for this suburban location.

Frequently asked questions

Trans-Jordan LF is located at 10473 South Bacchus Highway in South Jordan, Utah, United States.

As a municipal solid waste landfill, Trans-Jordan LF accepts residential and commercial waste from the Trans-Jordan Cities area in Salt Lake County.

Trans-Jordan LF opened in 1958 and is scheduled to close in 2032.

Landfills in the US must comply with EPA regulations under RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act rules for landfill gas emissions.

Landfills like Trans-Jordan LF manage environmental impacts through leachate collection systems, landfill gas capture, and daily cover practices to reduce odors and pests.

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