Chemical Waste Management, Inc. Treatment Facility - Hazardous Waste Treatment in Emelle, Alabama

Chemical Waste Management, Inc. Treatment Facility is a hazardous waste treatment plant located at 36964 AL-17 N, Emelle, Sumter County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and plays a critical role in the management of hazardous waste within the state and broader region. As a treatment facility, it processes hazardous materials to reduce their toxicity or volume before disposal or further treatment. 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. The NAICS code 562211 indicates it is a hazardous waste treatment and disposal facility. In Alabama, such facilities are also subject to state-level environmental regulations enforced by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). The facility's location in rural Sumter County provides a degree of separation from dense urban populations, which is typical for hazardous waste treatment sites. Its operational status ensures continued service for industrial waste generators in the region, contributing to the safe management of hazardous materials and supporting environmental protection goals.

The facility is situated in Sumter County, Alabama, a rural area with proximity to the Tombigbee River basin. Groundwater protection is a key environmental concern for hazardous waste treatment facilities, as leachate or spills could impact local aquifers. The site's design and operations must comply with RCRA requirements for liners, leak detection, and groundwater monitoring to prevent contamination. Additionally, the facility's location away from major population centers reduces community exposure risks, though transportation of hazardous waste to the site poses potential risks along transit routes.