Former Brown's Dump Site - Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility in Jacksonville, Florida

Former Brown's Dump Site is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 4330 Pearce Street in Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562211, which covers hazardous waste treatment and disposal. As part of the United States' solid waste management infrastructure, it handles hazardous materials from industrial and commercial sources. 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 operations at such facilities include stabilization, neutralization, and secure landfilling of hazardous wastes. Located in an urban area of Jacksonville, the facility plays a critical role in managing hazardous waste from the region's industrial activities. Proper treatment and disposal help prevent environmental contamination and protect public health. The site's proximity to residential areas underscores the importance of stringent operational controls and monitoring.

The facility is situated in Jacksonville, Florida, a coastal city with a high water table and proximity to the St. Johns River. These conditions necessitate robust leachate management and groundwater monitoring to prevent contamination from hazardous waste. The site's urban location also requires careful management of truck traffic and air emissions to minimize community impact.