JONES CO / GRAY CITY CR S1079 LF Landfill - Gray, Georgia Solid Waste Management

JONES CO / GRAY CITY CR S1079 LF is an operational landfill located in Gray, Georgia, United States. The facility serves Jones County and is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. As a municipal solid waste landfill, it plays a key role in regional waste management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. These regulations govern liner systems, leachate management, and gas collection to minimize environmental impact. The landfill's location in Georgia places it within a state with active landfill gas-to-energy projects and groundwater monitoring requirements. This landfill provides essential waste disposal services for the local community. Its operational status ensures continued capacity for waste management in Jones County. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is critical to reducing methane emissions and protecting groundwater resources in the region.

The landfill is situated in Jones County, Georgia, an area with a humid subtropical climate that can increase leachate generation. Proximity to groundwater resources necessitates robust leachate management systems. Landfill gas collection and control are important to mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity and truck traffic are typical concerns for such facilities.