QUINCY BYRD LANDFILL - Operational Landfill in Quincy, Florida

QUINCY BYRD LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill located at 1650 Selman Road in Quincy, Florida, within Gadsden County. As a landfill facility, it plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure, accepting municipal solid waste for disposal. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. The landfill's operations are subject to Florida Department of Environmental Protection oversight, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Typical landfill operations include waste compaction, daily cover, leachate collection and treatment, and landfill gas management. The facility's NAICS codes (562212 and 811111) indicate its primary focus on solid waste landfill services and repair/maintenance activities. As a landfill in the southeastern United States, QUINCY BYRD LANDFILL operates in a region with high rainfall, necessitating robust leachate management systems to protect groundwater. The facility contributes to local waste disposal needs while managing environmental risks through engineered controls and monitoring programs. Its operational status ensures continued service to the Quincy and Gadsden County communities.

Landfills in Florida face environmental challenges due to high precipitation, which increases leachate generation and requires effective collection and treatment systems to prevent groundwater contamination. Methane generation from decomposing waste necessitates gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act regulations. Proximity to residential areas and transportation routes also requires careful management of odors, traffic, and community impacts.