Overview
DE Solid Waste Authority Southern Recycling Center is an operational landfill in Georgetown, Delaware, serving Sussex County. It manages municipal solid waste under state and federal regulations.
The DE Solid Waste Authority Southern Recycling Center is a landfill facility located at 28560 Landfill Ln in Georgetown, Delaware, within Sussex County. It is operated by the Delaware Solid Waste Authority and is currently operational, handling solid waste disposal for the region. As a landfill, this 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. The Delaware Solid Waste Authority manages the facility to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental standards, focusing on landfill gas collection and leachate management. The facility plays a key role in solid waste management for Sussex County, providing essential disposal services to the community. Its operations are designed to minimize environmental impact through proper waste containment and gas management, contributing to Delaware's waste management infrastructure.
Environmental context
Landfills like the Southern Recycling Center must manage landfill gas, primarily methane, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate collection systems are critical to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the facility's proximity to the Atlantic coastal plain. Community proximity and truck traffic are also important considerations for local residents.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 28560 Landfill Ln in Georgetown, Delaware, within Sussex County.
As a landfill, it accepts municipal solid waste for disposal, operating under the Delaware Solid Waste Authority.
The facility is operated by the Delaware Solid Waste Authority, a state agency responsible for waste management.
Landfills in Delaware must comply with US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act rules for landfill gas emissions.
The facility uses landfill gas collection systems and leachate management to reduce methane emissions and protect groundwater.
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