ROME-FLOYD SW COMMISSION -BERRY HILL ROAD LANDFILL - Operational Landfill in Rome, Georgia

ROME-FLOYD SW COMMISSION -BERRY HILL ROAD LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill located on Berry Hill Road in Rome, Floyd County, Georgia, United States. The facility is managed by the Rome-Floyd Solid Waste Commission and provides municipal solid waste disposal services to the region. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the area's waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically Subtitle D of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for municipal solid waste landfills. Compliance with EPA landfill gas emission rules under the Clean Air Act is also required. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill, which typically involves waste compaction, daily cover, and environmental monitoring. The Berry Hill Road Landfill serves the Rome and Floyd County communities, contributing to local waste diversion and disposal. Its operational status ensures ongoing management of waste streams, with environmental safeguards such as leachate collection and groundwater monitoring in place to mitigate potential impacts on surrounding areas.

The landfill is located in Floyd County, Georgia, a region with a humid subtropical climate that can influence leachate generation and methane production. Proximity to groundwater resources necessitates robust leachate management systems to prevent contamination. Community proximity and truck traffic are typical concerns for landfills, requiring careful operational planning to minimize odor, noise, and air quality impacts.