Overview
Waste Mgmt-Settlers Hill RDF/Midway Landfill is an operational landfill in Batavia, Illinois, serving the Kane County region. It is part of the U.S. solid waste management infrastructure under RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
Waste Mgmt-Settlers Hill RDF/Midway Landfill is an operational landfill located at 1031 East Fabyan Parkway in Batavia, Illinois, within Kane County. This facility is part of the broader solid waste management network in the United States, handling municipal solid waste for the surrounding communities. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. Key operational aspects include landfill gas management to control methane emissions and leachate collection systems to protect groundwater. The facility's NAICS codes (221118 and 562212) indicate it is involved in waste treatment and disposal. As a major waste management facility in the region, Settlers Hill RDF/Midway Landfill plays a critical role in managing the waste stream from Batavia and nearby areas. Its location in a suburban setting requires careful attention to community proximity, traffic, and environmental controls to minimize local impacts.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in Batavia, Illinois, a suburban area with a mix of residential and industrial zones. The local environmental context includes potential risks from landfill gas methane leakage and leachate migration into groundwater. Proximity to the Fox River and residential communities necessitates robust gas collection and leachate management systems to mitigate odors, air emissions, and water contamination.
Frequently asked questions
The landfill is located at 1031 East Fabyan Parkway in Batavia, Illinois, within Kane County, United States.
As a municipal solid waste landfill, it accepts household and commercial waste, operating under RCRA Subtitle D regulations for non-hazardous waste.
Landfills in the U.S. are required to have gas collection and control systems to capture methane, which can be flared or used for energy recovery, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Landfills in Illinois must comply with federal RCRA Subtitle D standards and state-specific environmental regulations, including groundwater monitoring and leachate management.
Landfills can impact air quality through methane emissions and odors, and water quality through leachate. Proper management systems mitigate these risks, but long-term monitoring is essential.
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