Something seems rotten in sections of Jefferson Parish.
A foul odor is permeating parts of River Ridge, Waggaman and Harahan and some residents say they've been complaining about it for two years now.
Parish officials initially told the public the stench would be gone at the beginning of the year, but it's now expected to take much longer.
Chris Carlson with Carlson Environmental Consultants told Jefferson Parish Council members this week that half of the nearly 240 gas wells at the landfill are having problems with excess water.
"The landfill still has a significant water issue," said Chris Carlson.
The landfill's water and gas systems are not collecting gas properly, leaving some to leak into air. Parish officials say that could be causing at least some of the issues.
The landfill also needs a major upgrade, and that will have to be done in several stages, hence the time delay.
Earlier this year, residents angrily left a public meeting, saying they were sick and tired of breathing the smelly air. They expressed concern about the safety of the residents and what it will end up costing them.
Carlson's report, completed in May, estimates it would take about $8.2 million to convert and improve the entire facility.