Cape May County MUA Secure Landfill - Woodbine, New Jersey Landfill Facility

Cape May County MUA Secure Landfill is a municipal solid waste landfill located in Woodbine, New Jersey, United States. Operated by the Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority, the facility has been in operation since 1984 and is expected to remain open through 2094. It serves the waste management needs of Cape May County, a coastal region in southern New Jersey. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and the Clean Air Act's landfill gas emission standards. As a Subtitle D facility, it must comply with requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and gas control. The facility's long operational lifespan indicates it is a major regional disposal site. The landfill plays a critical role in managing waste from Cape May County's communities, including seasonal tourism-related waste. Its location in a coastal area necessitates careful environmental management to protect local water resources and ecosystems. The facility contributes to regional waste diversion and disposal infrastructure, supporting public health and environmental protection.

Located in coastal New Jersey, the landfill must manage leachate to prevent groundwater contamination in an area with high water tables. Landfill gas collection systems are essential to mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Proximity to residential areas and tourism zones requires careful traffic and odor management to minimize community impact.