Transforming Standards in Hazardous Waste Treatment
Located 70 miles southwest of Little Rock, Veolia's 1,400 acre Gum Springs complex delivers complete hazardous waste solutions through advanced thermal treatment, secure RCRA Subtitle C landfill operations, and specialized waste processing for industry.
In Q1 2026, our state-of-the-art thermal facility will officially open, combining advanced thermal treatment with innovative energy recovery capabilities to set new standards in hazardous waste management.
Innovation in Complex Waste Stream Management
H040 → H050
Our thermal treatment can offer H050 energy recovery classification for approved waste streams >2,000 BTU — a first in US history.
PFAS Destruction
PFAS destruction up to 99.9999% for targeted waste streams. Cradle-to-grave management support from fully closed-loop treatment on facility grounds.
Advanced Treatments
Advanced stabilization, ChemOx, and micro- and macro-encapsulation treatments for RCRA hazardous waste.
Gum Springs Facility Highlights
Purpose-built for industrial waste management, the Gum Springs facility delivers comprehensive treatment solutions through advanced infrastructure and strategic capabilities.
Operational Capabilities:
- Capacity: 100k tons/year
- Rail access: direct inject, no drayage
- Laboratory: full-service analytical capabilities
- Complete range of accepted waste streams: solids, liquids, sludges
- On-site thermal facility and RCRA Subtitle C landfill
Thermal Capabilities
Combining advanced thermal treatment technology with next-gen sustainability, the Veolia Gum Springs facility represents a revolutionary step forward in hazardous waste management.
Our upcoming thermal expansion features:
- Custom-engineered rotary kiln and secondary combustion chamber
- Tank farm with 1M+ gal capacity
- Advanced emissions controls and monitoring
- Specialized PFAS destruction capabilities
Landfill Capabilities
Engineered for long-term security and treatment flexibility, our on-site RCRA Subtitle C landfill provides:
- 5M yd3 of permitted airspace with 20+ years capacity
- Dual HDPE synthetic liner system with clay barriers
- On-site leachate treatment
- Full range of treatment capabilities, including stabilization services, chemical treatment, and micro/macro encapsulation
- Infrastructure designed for large volume projects
Sustainability Metrics That Matter
Annual CO2 emissions saved through on-site sustainability efforts
On-site power generation through integrated systems
Acres of solar panels providing 5MWac of power
Acres of reforestation, representing 300k+ planted trees
Get in Touch
Current operations continue as planned while we prepare for the new thermal facility opening Q1 2026.
Waste profile evaluations are currently underway for the new thermal facility. Contact your local Veolia account manager today if you'd like to inquire about services or receive an evaluation of your waste streams.