Barnesville / Goggins Road Landfill - Solid Waste Management in Barnesville, Georgia

Barnesville / Goggins Road Landfill is an operational landfill located at 109 Forsyth Street in Barnesville, Georgia, within Lamar County. As a solid waste management facility, it provides essential waste disposal services to the surrounding area. The landfill operates under the regulatory oversight of the Georgia Environmental Protection Division and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212, which corresponds to solid waste landfills. The landfill is subject to federal regulations including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. Typical operational practices include waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate collection systems to minimize environmental impact. As a community-scale landfill, Barnesville / Goggins Road Landfill plays a key role in managing waste generated in Barnesville and Lamar County. Its location in a rural area of Georgia means it serves a relatively smaller population compared to major urban landfills. Proper operation and maintenance are critical to prevent groundwater contamination and methane emissions, aligning with the broader goals of sustainable waste management in the United States.

The landfill is situated in a region with a humid subtropical climate, which can increase leachate generation and the potential for groundwater contamination if not properly managed. Proximity to residential areas in Barnesville necessitates careful control of odors, traffic, and landfill gas migration. Effective leachate management and methane capture are essential to mitigate environmental risks and comply with Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas emissions.