Advanced Disposal Services Evergreen Landfill, Inc. - Valdosta, Georgia Landfill

Advanced Disposal Services Evergreen Landfill, Inc. is a landfill facility located at 3163 Wetherington Lane in Valdosta, Lowndes County, Georgia, United States. It is currently operational and plays a key role in the region's solid waste management infrastructure, handling waste from Valdosta and surrounding areas. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas management. As a landfill in Georgia, it is subject to state-level environmental regulations and permitting requirements. The NAICS codes 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal) and 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill) indicate its dual capability, though the primary function is solid waste disposal. This landfill contributes to the local waste management system by providing disposal capacity for residential, commercial, and industrial waste. Its location in southern Georgia places it in a region with significant agricultural and industrial activity, influencing waste composition and volume. Proper landfill gas collection and leachate management are critical to minimizing environmental impacts, including methane emissions and groundwater protection.

The Evergreen Landfill is situated in Lowndes County, Georgia, an area with a humid subtropical climate and a high water table, which necessitates robust leachate management systems to prevent groundwater contamination. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and either flared or used for energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proximity to residential areas and local traffic routes also requires careful management of odor, noise, and truck traffic to minimize community impacts.