ATLAS-TRANSOIL INTERNATIONAL, INC. - Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility in Palmetto, Florida

ATLAS-TRANSOIL INTERNATIONAL, INC. is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 13838 Harlee Road in Palmetto, Manatee County, Florida, USA. The facility is operational and serves the region's industrial and commercial sectors requiring specialized hazardous waste management services. As a hazwaste treatment plant, it operates under the US EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations, which govern the treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. The facility's NAICS codes indicate involvement in oil and gas pipeline construction (237120), highway/street construction (237310), wholesale trade of hazardous materials (425120), environmental consulting (541690), and other waste treatment and disposal (562219). This diverse classification suggests the facility handles a range of hazardous waste streams from various industries. The facility's location in Manatee County, near Tampa Bay, places it in a region with significant industrial activity, including manufacturing, chemical processing, and transportation. Proper hazardous waste treatment is critical to prevent environmental contamination, protect groundwater resources, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. The facility plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure.

Hazardous waste treatment facilities in Florida must manage risks such as groundwater contamination from improper storage or treatment, air emissions from volatile organic compounds, and soil contamination. The facility's proximity to the Tampa Bay estuary and sensitive coastal ecosystems underscores the importance of rigorous containment and treatment processes. Leachate management and spill prevention are critical to protect local water resources and wildlife habitats.