DYER BOULEVARD LANDFILL - Solid Waste Landfill in West Palm Beach, Florida

DYER BOULEVARD LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill located at 5716 Dyer Blvd, West Palm Beach, Florida, in Palm Beach County. As a landfill facility, it manages municipal solid waste for the surrounding region, contributing to the area's waste disposal infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D which governs municipal solid waste landfills. This includes requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 corresponds to solid waste landfills, indicating its role in the waste management sector. Located in Palm Beach County, the landfill serves a densely populated area of Florida. Proper landfill management is critical for protecting local groundwater resources and minimizing methane emissions. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal capacity for the community, supporting public health and environmental protection.

The landfill is situated in Palm Beach County, Florida, where the high water table and sandy soils pose challenges for leachate management and groundwater protection. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and controlled to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and odor impacts. Proximity to residential areas necessitates careful traffic management and dust control to minimize community disruption.