Jones Crossroads Landfill - Georgetown, Delaware Solid Waste Management Facility

Jones Crossroads Landfill is a municipal solid waste landfill located in Georgetown, Sussex County, Delaware, United States. Operated by the Delaware Solid Waste Authority, the facility has been in operation since 1984 and is currently scheduled for closure in 2029. As a key component of Delaware's waste management infrastructure, it handles a significant portion of the state's solid waste. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and the Clean Air Act (CAA) for landfill gas emissions. Typical for a landfill of this scale, it likely includes systems for leachate collection and treatment, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas management to mitigate environmental impacts. The Delaware Solid Waste Authority ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. Jones Crossroads Landfill plays a vital role in managing waste from Georgetown and surrounding communities in Sussex County. Its operations are subject to ongoing environmental monitoring to address potential risks such as methane leakage and groundwater contamination. The facility's planned closure in 2029 will require post-closure care, including continued gas and leachate management, to ensure long-term environmental protection.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Sussex County, Delaware, with proximity to agricultural lands and groundwater resources. Key environmental concerns for landfills include methane emissions from decomposing waste, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination. The facility's location in a coastal plain region with shallow aquifers necessitates robust groundwater monitoring and leachate collection systems. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional considerations for local residents.