BIOWASTE LLC - Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility in Port Saint Lucie, Florida

BIOWASTE LLC is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 1408 Commerce Centre Dr, Port Saint Lucie, Florida. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562211, which covers hazardous waste treatment and disposal. As part of the Solid Waste Management sector, it plays a key role in managing industrial hazardous waste in the St. Lucie County area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle C, which governs hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal. Florida's Department of Environmental Protection also enforces state-level regulations. Typical technologies at such facilities include chemical treatment, incineration, or stabilization to render hazardous waste non-toxic or less hazardous. BIOWASTE LLC's operations are significant for the local industrial community, providing essential waste management services that support environmental protection and public health. By treating hazardous waste, the facility helps prevent contamination of soil and groundwater, contributing to the overall sustainability of the region's waste management infrastructure.

Port Saint Lucie is located in a coastal region of Florida with a high water table and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, making groundwater protection critical. Hazardous waste treatment facilities must manage leachate and prevent spills to avoid contaminating local aquifers. The facility's location in an industrial area reduces direct community exposure, but traffic and air emissions from treatment processes are potential concerns. Florida's humid subtropical climate can accelerate corrosion and require robust containment systems.