APALACHEE REGIONAL PARK ACCESS ROAD Landfill - Tallahassee, Florida Solid Waste Management

APALACHEE REGIONAL PARK ACCESS ROAD is an operational landfill located at 7550 Apalachee Pkwy in Tallahassee, Florida, United States. This facility is part of the solid waste management network serving Leon County and the surrounding region. As a landfill, it provides essential waste disposal services for the local community. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a Solid Waste Landfill. Typical operations include waste acceptance, compaction, and daily cover, with systems for leachate collection and gas management to mitigate environmental impacts. This landfill plays a key role in managing the solid waste generated in the Tallahassee area. Its location near Apalachee Regional Park underscores the importance of proper waste management in proximity to recreational and natural areas. The facility's operational status ensures continued service for the community's waste disposal needs.

Landfills in Florida face specific environmental considerations due to the state's high water table and frequent rainfall, which can increase leachate generation and require robust collection systems. Proximity to Apalachee Regional Park and nearby water bodies necessitates careful management of groundwater and surface water impacts. Methane generation from decomposing waste is a key concern, and landfill gas collection systems are typically employed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with EPA regulations.