Waste Corporation of Arkansas LLC - Union County Recycling and Disposal Facility - Landfill, El Dorado, Arkansas

The Waste Corporation of Arkansas LLC - Union County Recycling and Disposal Facility - Landfill is an operational solid waste landfill located at 3083 Smackover Highway in El Dorado, Arkansas, United States. This facility serves Union County and the surrounding area, providing municipal solid waste disposal services. As a landfill, it is a key component of the region's waste management infrastructure. This landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas emissions. The facility's NAICS codes (562111, 562212, 562990) indicate it engages in solid waste collection, disposal, and other waste management services. In Arkansas, landfills typically manage waste from residential, commercial, and industrial sources, with scale varying by population served. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its role in managing waste while mitigating potential impacts through gas collection and leachate management systems. Landfills in this region must address methane emissions and groundwater protection, particularly given the proximity to local communities and natural resources. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the area's waste management needs.

The landfill is situated in Union County, Arkansas, a region with a mix of forested areas and agricultural land. Key environmental considerations for this facility include landfill gas management to reduce methane emissions, leachate control to protect groundwater quality, and community proximity management to minimize traffic and odor impacts. The site's location near Smackover Highway requires careful monitoring of runoff and air emissions to comply with state and federal regulations.