JAX SE REGIONAL S/W DISPOSAL FACIL - Landfill in Jacksonville, Florida

JAX SE REGIONAL S/W DISPOSAL FACIL is a landfill facility located in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. It is operational and serves the solid waste disposal needs of the southeastern Jacksonville area. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill design, operation, and closure, including requirements for leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas collection and control. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is engaged in solid waste landfill operations. Landfills like this one are significant for managing non-hazardous solid waste, but they also pose environmental challenges such as methane emissions and potential groundwater impacts. Proper operation and regulatory compliance are essential to minimize these risks. The facility contributes to the local community by providing essential waste disposal services.

The facility is located in Duval County, Florida, an area with a high water table and proximity to the St. Johns River. These conditions make leachate management and groundwater protection critical. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and flared or used for energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The site's distance from residential areas helps mitigate community impacts from traffic and odors.