Leveda Brown Environmental Park and Transfer Station - Gainesville, Florida Landfill

Leveda Brown Environmental Park and Transfer Station is a solid waste management facility located at 5115 NW 63rd Ave in Gainesville, Florida. Operating as a landfill and transfer station, it serves the Alachua County area and is classified under NAICS codes 423930, 562111, 562211, and 562212, indicating its role in waste collection, treatment, and disposal. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure. As a landfill in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. These regulations require proper liner systems, leachate collection, and gas monitoring to minimize environmental impact. The transfer station component allows for efficient consolidation of waste before final disposal. The facility's location in Gainesville, Florida, places it in a region with a high water table and proximity to groundwater resources, making leachate management critical. The environmental park designation suggests integration of waste management with community and environmental considerations. The facility contributes to local waste diversion and disposal needs, supporting the circular economy goals of the region.

In Florida, landfills must address challenges such as high rainfall, shallow groundwater, and sensitive ecosystems. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination, and landfill gas collection systems are essential to reduce methane emissions. The facility's proximity to Gainesville requires careful management of traffic, odor, and community impacts. Regulatory compliance with RCRA Subtitle D and Clean Air Act standards helps mitigate these environmental risks.