City of Jacksonville North Landfill - Jacksonville, Florida Solid Waste Management Facility

The City of Jacksonville North Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 11405 Island Drive, Jacksonville, Florida. It serves the Duval County area and is classified under NAICS codes 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill) and 562219 (Other Nonhazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal). As a municipal landfill, it plays a key role in managing the region's solid waste. Operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, the facility must comply with RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills, including requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management. The Clean Air Act also mandates controls on landfill gas emissions, particularly methane, to reduce greenhouse gas contributions. The North Landfill is significant for its role in serving the Jacksonville metropolitan area, one of the largest cities in Florida. Proper management of leachate and landfill gas is critical to protect local groundwater and air quality. The facility's location near the St. Johns River and coastal ecosystems underscores the importance of environmental safeguards.

Jacksonville's humid subtropical climate and high water table increase the risk of leachate migration into groundwater, making robust liner and collection systems essential. The landfill's proximity to residential areas and the St. Johns River requires careful management of odors, traffic, and potential methane leakage. Landfill gas-to-energy projects can mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and provide renewable energy.