PASCO COUNTY Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility, Spring Hill, Florida

PASCO COUNTY is a hazardous waste treatment facility located at 14230 HAYS ROAD in Spring Hill, Florida, United States. The facility is operational and serves the Pasco County area, handling hazardous waste treatment under NAICS code 562219 (Other Nonhazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal). As a hazwaste treatment plant, it plays a critical role in managing industrial and commercial hazardous materials within the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for hazardous waste management. Florida's Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) oversees state-level compliance. Typical technologies for such facilities include chemical treatment, incineration, or stabilization to render hazardous waste less harmful before disposal. PASCO COUNTY's location in Spring Hill, a growing suburban area north of Tampa, places it in a region with diverse industrial and residential zones. Proper hazardous waste treatment is essential to protect local groundwater and air quality, as well as to support the circular economy by enabling safe recycling of materials. The facility's operations contribute to reducing environmental risks associated with hazardous waste generation in the area.

Hazardous waste treatment facilities like PASCO COUNTY must manage risks such as chemical spills, air emissions, and groundwater contamination. The facility's proximity to residential areas in Spring Hill requires robust containment and monitoring systems. Florida's high water table and frequent rainfall increase the importance of proper leachate management and spill prevention to protect local ecosystems and drinking water sources.