Venice Park Recycling & Disposal Facility - Landfill in Lennon, Michigan, USA

Venice Park Recycling & Disposal Facility is a landfill located at 9536 Lennon Road in Lennon, Michigan, within Shiawassee County. Owned and operated by WM, the facility has been operational since 1981 and is projected to remain open until 2044. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the solid waste management infrastructure of the region, handling municipal solid waste from surrounding communities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. Typical landfill operations include waste compaction, daily cover, leachate collection and treatment, and landfill gas capture. WM, as a major waste management company, implements industry-standard practices for environmental compliance and operational efficiency. Venice Park Recycling & Disposal Facility serves the local community by providing a disposal solution for solid waste, contributing to public health and sanitation. The facility's long operational history and planned closure date indicate a well-managed site with ongoing monitoring and post-closure care. Its location in a rural area of Michigan helps manage community proximity and traffic impacts.

Landfills in Michigan must manage leachate to protect groundwater quality, especially given the state's abundant water resources and proximity to the Great Lakes. Landfill gas, primarily methane, is a potent greenhouse gas; collection and utilization systems are critical to reduce emissions. Community proximity and traffic from waste hauling are also key environmental considerations for landfill operations in the region.