This technical note describes how to operate and maintain a landfill. A landfill is a means of disposing of solid waste by burying it. This prevents contamination of water supplies and breeding of flies and rats which may spread disease to people in the community. Operating a landfill involves excavating cover soil, placing waste in piles, strips, or layers, compacting the waste, and covering it with the excavated soil. Maintaining a landfill involves inspection and repair of damage to the landfill and access road. Read the entire technical note before beginning operations.