Union County Recycling & Disposal Facility - Landfill in El Dorado, Arkansas, USA

Union County Recycling & Disposal Facility is a landfill located at 3083 Smackover Highway in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. Owned by GFL Environmental USA Inc., the facility has been operational since 1988 and is expected to continue operations until 2061. As a landfill, it plays a key role in managing solid waste for Union County and surrounding areas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. As a landfill in Arkansas, it is subject to state-level environmental regulations that govern leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas collection. The facility's long operational timeline suggests it is a significant regional disposal site. Environmental considerations for this facility include landfill gas generation and methane leakage, leachate management, and proximity to groundwater. The facility's location in southern Arkansas, with its humid subtropical climate, may influence leachate production and gas generation rates. Proper management of these factors is essential to minimize environmental impact and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The facility is located in El Dorado, Arkansas, within the Gulf Coastal Plain region, characterized by a humid subtropical climate with high rainfall. This climate increases leachate generation potential, requiring robust leachate collection and treatment systems to protect groundwater. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be captured and managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act regulations. The facility's proximity to residential areas and transportation routes also necessitates careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impact.