Clean Earth LLC - Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility in Moore Haven, Florida

Clean Earth LLC is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 1240 Foxmoor Street in Moore Haven, Glades County, Florida, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562219, which covers other nonhazardous waste treatment and disposal services. As part of the Clean Earth network, it plays a role in managing industrial and commercial waste streams in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Hazardous waste treatment facilities in the United States are subject to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which governs the treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. Clean Earth LLC must comply with RCRA Subtitle C regulations, including permitting, manifesting, and treatment standards to ensure safe handling and environmental protection. Located in a rural area near Lake Okeechobee, the facility's operations are significant for local waste management. Proper treatment of hazardous waste reduces risks to groundwater and soil in the surrounding agricultural and ecological landscape. The facility contributes to the circular economy by enabling the safe recovery and disposal of materials that would otherwise pose environmental hazards.

The facility is situated in Glades County, Florida, an area with a high water table and proximity to Lake Okeechobee, making groundwater protection critical. Hazardous waste treatment operations must manage risks of spills, leaks, and improper disposal that could contaminate local aquifers. The region's agricultural economy relies on clean water resources, so stringent leachate management and secondary containment are essential. Community proximity and transportation of hazardous materials also require careful routing and emergency preparedness.