Overview
Norton Sound Health Corp Housing Development is a hazwaste treatment facility in Nome, Alaska, serving the local community. It operates under US EPA RCRA regulations for hazardous waste management.
Norton Sound Health Corp Housing Development is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 1000 Greg Kruschek Ave in Nome, Alaska. The facility is operational and plays a key role in managing waste from the Norton Sound Health Corporation's housing development, supporting the local healthcare infrastructure in this remote Arctic community. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) which governs hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal. The NAICS codes 531311 (Residential Property Managers) and 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal) indicate the facility's dual role in property management and waste treatment. In Alaska, hazardous waste facilities must also comply with state-specific regulations due to the sensitive Arctic environment. Given its location in Nome, Alaska, the facility faces unique environmental challenges, including permafrost conditions and limited infrastructure. Proper hazardous waste treatment is critical to prevent contamination of local water sources and ecosystems. The facility's operations contribute to the safe management of healthcare-related waste, reducing risks to public health and the environment in a region where waste disposal options are limited.
Environmental context
Nome, Alaska is located in a remote Arctic region with permafrost and fragile tundra ecosystems. Hazardous waste treatment facilities in this area must manage risks such as groundwater contamination from leachate and potential spills affecting nearby water bodies. The facility's proximity to the Bering Sea also raises concerns about marine pollution. Proper waste handling is essential to protect local wildlife and the subsistence lifestyle of indigenous communities.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1000 Greg Kruschek Ave, Nome, Alaska 99762, USA.
This facility treats hazardous waste, as classified under the US EPA RCRA regulations. It is associated with the Norton Sound Health Corporation's housing development.
Hazardous waste treatment in Alaska is regulated by the US EPA under RCRA, with additional state-specific requirements from the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) to address Arctic environmental conditions.
The facility must comply with RCRA standards for hazardous waste management, including proper containment, labeling, and disposal. Given the remote Arctic location, measures to prevent permafrost degradation and groundwater contamination are critical.
The NAICS codes 531311 (Residential Property Managers) and 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal) indicate that the facility is involved in both property management and hazardous waste treatment, reflecting its role in supporting the health corporation's housing operations.
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