DESOTO SAND & FILL, INC. - Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility in Arcadia, Florida

DESOTO SAND & FILL, INC. is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 6760 SW CR 769 in Arcadia, Florida, within De Soto County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562219, which covers other nonhazardous waste treatment and disposal services. As a hazwaste treatment plant, 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 must comply with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), which governs the treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. Specific requirements include permits, waste analysis plans, and contingency plans for emergencies. Located in a rural area of southwest Florida, the facility's operations are subject to local environmental considerations such as groundwater protection and proximity to residential areas. Proper management of hazardous waste is critical to preventing soil and water contamination, and the facility's compliance with RCRA standards helps mitigate risks to public health and the environment.

The facility is situated in a region with a high water table and proximity to the Peace River watershed, making groundwater protection a key environmental concern. Hazardous waste treatment operations must implement robust leachate management and spill prevention measures to safeguard local water resources. The area's agricultural and industrial activities contribute to the waste streams handled by the facility.