City of Collins / SR 292 W Landfill - Solid Waste Management in Tattnall County, Georgia

The City of Collins / SR 292 W Landfill is an operational solid waste landfill located in Tattnall County, Georgia, United States. It is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill) and serves the local community for municipal solid waste disposal. The facility is situated near Collins, Georgia, and operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Georgia state environmental regulations. As a landfill, this facility is subject to EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills, which govern design, operation, and closure. It must comply with landfill gas management and leachate control requirements to minimize environmental impacts. The facility's scale is typical for a small to medium-sized community landfill in rural Georgia. The landfill plays a key role in managing solid waste generated in Tattnall County and surrounding areas. Proper operation ensures containment of waste, reduction of methane emissions through gas collection systems, and protection of local groundwater resources. The facility contributes to the region's waste management infrastructure, supporting public health and environmental sustainability.

The landfill is located in a rural area of southeastern Georgia, where groundwater resources are important for local water supply. Proper leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of shallow aquifers. The facility's proximity to agricultural land and residential areas necessitates careful control of odors, litter, and traffic. Landfill gas collection systems help reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, aligning with EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program goals.