BUFORD (CITY OF) WTP - Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility in Buford, Georgia

BUFORD (CITY OF) WTP is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 3370 N WATERWORKS RD in Buford, Georgia, within Hall County. The facility is operational and serves the local area, handling hazardous waste treatment as part of the broader solid waste management infrastructure in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including RCRA Subtitle C for hazardous waste management and the Clean Air Act for emissions control. The NAICS codes 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction) and 562219 (Other Nonhazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal) suggest a diverse operational scope, though the primary sector is hazardous waste treatment. As a hazardous waste treatment plant, BUFORD (CITY OF) WTP plays a critical role in managing industrial and municipal hazardous waste streams in the region. Its location in Buford, near Lake Lanier and the Atlanta metropolitan area, underscores the importance of proper waste treatment to protect local water resources and communities. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing compliance with federal and state environmental standards.

The facility is situated in Buford, Georgia, near Lake Lanier, a major water source for the region. Hazardous waste treatment operations require stringent leachate management and groundwater monitoring to prevent contamination. The proximity to residential areas and traffic corridors also necessitates careful management of waste transport and air emissions, including volatile organic compounds and particulate matter, to minimize community impact.