Waste Management of Rockford Landfill - Roscoe, Illinois Solid Waste Facility

Waste Management of Rockford is a landfill facility located at 13124 N Second St in Roscoe, Illinois, within Winnebago County. As an operational landfill, it plays a key role in the solid waste management infrastructure of northern Illinois, handling municipal solid waste disposal for the surrounding communities. The facility is part of the broader Waste Management network, one of the largest waste services companies in the United States. Operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, the landfill must comply with RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills, which govern liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. Additionally, it is subject to Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions, requiring gas collection and control systems to mitigate methane release. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is specifically engaged in solid waste landfill operations. The landfill's location in Roscoe, near the Rock River, necessitates careful environmental management to protect local water resources. Its operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal capacity for the region, supporting public health and sanitation. The facility's environmental controls, including leachate treatment and gas management, are critical to minimizing its ecological footprint in this suburban area.

The landfill's proximity to the Rock River and residential areas in Roscoe requires robust leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination. Methane generation from decomposing waste is a key concern, addressed through gas collection systems that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Community proximity also necessitates traffic management and odor control measures to minimize local impacts.