Laraway RDF
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Laraway RDF is a closed private landfill located in Elwood, Will, Illinois. It has been in operation since 1972. The facility is projected to close in 2004. The facility is operated by WM. As of 2002, the facility holds approximately 693,240 tons of waste in place — approximately 97% of its total permitted capacity. Its total design capacity is 711,240 tons. The annual waste acceptance rate is approximately 19,945 tons per year. The facility operates a landfill gas collection system, and has an low potential landfill gas-to-energy project. Capturing landfill gas reduces greenhouse gas emissions and, in many cases, generates clean renewable energy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Laraway RDF is currently closed and is no longer accepting waste. The facility ceased operations around 2004. It was previously managed by WM. For active waste disposal options in the area, contact your local county solid waste authority for a current list of open facilities near you.
As of 2002, Laraway RDF has approximately 693,240 tons of waste in place. The total permitted design capacity of the facility is 711,240 tons, meaning the site is currently at approximately 97% of its total design capacity. The facility accepts approximately 19,945 tons of waste per year based on the most recent annual data. At the current rate of fill, the facility is projected to reach capacity and close around 2004.
Laraway RDF has an LFG energy project with a current status of 'Low Potential'. Landfill gas recovery projects capture methane that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and in many cases generating electricity or other usable energy.
Laraway RDF is operated by WM. It is classified as a private landfill, serving the residents and businesses of Elwood, Will, Illinois. For questions about billing, hours, or accepted materials, contact WM directly.
As of 2002, Laraway RDF has approximately 693,240 tons of waste in place. The total design capacity of the facility is 711,240 tons, and it is currently at approximately 97% of its design capacity. The facility accepts approximately 19,945 tons of waste per year. The facility is projected to reach capacity and close around 2004.
Laraway RDF participates in the following environmental programs: an LFG energy project with status 'Low Potential' is associated with this site. These initiatives help reduce the environmental footprint of landfill operations by capturing resources, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and diverting material from direct disposal. Contact the facility or its operator for more details on current environmental compliance status.
To contact Laraway RDF, The directory information shown on this page is sourced from the EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) and the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, last verified as of data year 2002. Data freshness status: Stale (pre-2018). If you are the facility owner or operator and need to update this listing, use the claim listing option on this page.
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