Central LF

As of 2022, Central LF has approximately 41,247,592 tons of waste in place. The facility accepts approximately 811,416 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 2030.

Central LF has an operational landfill gas-to-energy (LFGTE) project using a Combined Cycle system. The facility generates approximately 18.0 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) of landfill gas, of which approximately 16.4 mmscfd is actively collected. The landfill gas contains approximately 46.4% methane content. The gas collection system includes 660 extraction wells. This type of project converts waste-generated methane into usable electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while generating renewable energy for the local grid.

The operating hours for Central LF are as follows: Monday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sunday: Closed. These hours are subject to change on holidays or due to weather conditions. We recommend contacting the facility directly at (401) 942-7511 before your visit to confirm current hours, especially if you are planning to drop off waste outside of typical business hours.

Central LF is located at 1155 Atwood Ave, Johnston, RI 02919, USA, 2919. The facility is situated in Providence County, Rhode Island. Use the map on this page or enter the address into Google Maps or Apple Maps for turn-by-turn navigation. Call ahead at (401) 942-7511 for access instructions or gate codes if required.

Central LF currently covers approximately 244 acres with a depth of approximately 150 feet. The facility opened in 1955 and has been in continuous operation since then. The size of a landfill reflects both its operational history and the volume of waste it has processed over its lifetime of service to the surrounding community.

Central LF participates in the following environmental programs: composting services are available at this facility; an LFG energy project with status 'Operational' 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 Central LF, call (401) 942-7511. The mailing address is 1155 Atwood Ave, Johnston, RI 02919, USA. 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 2022. Data freshness status: Current. If you are the facility owner or operator and need to update this listing, use the claim listing option on this page.