WASTE HAULING LANDFILL INC - Operational Landfill in Decatur, Illinois

WASTE HAULING LANDFILL INC is a landfill facility located on Rock Springs Road in Decatur, Illinois, within Macon County. The facility is currently operational and handles solid waste disposal for the local community and surrounding region. As a landfill operating in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. Additionally, it must comply with Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas emissions, including collection and control of methane. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a Solid Waste Landfill, typically involving waste acceptance, compaction, and daily cover operations. The landfill plays a key role in the waste management infrastructure of Decatur and Macon County, providing essential disposal services. Its environmental significance includes managing landfill gas and leachate to minimize impacts on local air quality and groundwater. The facility's location in a mixed urban and agricultural area requires careful operational practices to address community proximity and traffic considerations.

The landfill is situated in a region with a mix of urban and agricultural land uses, where groundwater protection is a key concern. Leachate management systems are critical to prevent contamination of local aquifers. Additionally, landfill gas collection and methane leakage control are important for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and complying with Clean Air Act requirements. Community proximity and truck traffic are also factors that influence operational practices.