Broward County Landfill - Fort Lauderdale, Florida Solid Waste Management Facility

Broward County Landfill is a major solid waste management facility located at 7101 SW 205th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Operational since 1988, it serves the Broward County area and is owned by the county government. As a landfill, it plays a central role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. Landfills in Florida must comply with state environmental regulations, including leachate management and groundwater monitoring. The landfill is expected to remain open until 2028, indicating a planned closure timeline. Broward County Landfill provides essential waste disposal services to a densely populated urban area. Its environmental significance includes managing landfill gas emissions and leachate to protect local groundwater and air quality. The facility's long operational history reflects its importance to the community's waste management strategy.

The landfill is located in a subtropical climate with high rainfall, which increases the potential for leachate generation and groundwater contamination. Proximity to the Everglades ecosystem requires careful management of runoff and gas emissions. Landfill gas collection systems are critical to mitigate methane leakage, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity and truck traffic are also key environmental considerations.