Putnam County Martin Mill Rd PH 1 SLF - Landfill in Putnam County, Georgia

Putnam County Martin Mill Rd PH 1 SLF is an operational landfill located in Putnam County, Georgia, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it serves the local community by providing disposal capacity for municipal solid waste. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Georgia Environmental Protection Division and complies with US EPA standards, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills. The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill) and is part of the broader waste management infrastructure in the region. Typical operations include waste placement, compaction, and daily cover, along with systems for leachate management and landfill gas control. The facility's design and operation follow federal and state guidelines to minimize environmental impacts. This facility plays a key role in the waste management system of Putnam County, providing essential disposal services for residential and commercial waste. Its location in Georgia places it within a regulatory framework that emphasizes groundwater monitoring, methane gas collection, and post-closure care. The landfill contributes to the region's waste diversion and environmental protection efforts.

Landfills in Georgia, such as this one, are subject to regulations addressing methane gas generation and leachate management. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is typically collected through gas extraction wells and either flared or used for energy recovery. Leachate, which can contaminate groundwater if not properly managed, is collected and treated. Proximity to groundwater and surface water bodies requires careful monitoring and engineering controls to prevent environmental contamination.