Trego County LF - Landfill in Wakeeney, Kansas, United States

Trego County LF is a landfill facility located at 24064 M Road in Wakeeney, Kansas, United States. Owned and operated by Trego County, KS, the landfill has been operational since 1976, providing long-term waste disposal services for the region. As a municipal solid waste landfill, it plays a key role in managing the county's waste stream. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. In Kansas, landfills must comply with state-level environmental regulations that align with federal guidelines, covering leachate control, groundwater monitoring, and methane gas collection. The landfill's scale is typical for a rural county facility, serving a relatively small population. Trego County LF contributes to the local community by providing essential waste disposal infrastructure. Proper landfill management helps mitigate environmental impacts such as groundwater contamination and methane emissions. The facility's long operational history indicates established waste management practices in the area.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Kansas, where groundwater protection is a key concern due to the region's agricultural reliance on aquifers. Leachate management and methane gas collection are critical for minimizing environmental impact. Proximity to the community of Wakeeney requires careful traffic management and odor control to maintain quality of life.