SIBEX INC Landfill - Crystal River, Florida Solid Waste Management

SIBEX INC is a landfill facility located at 430 N Suncoast Blvd in Crystal River, Florida, United States. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the solid waste management infrastructure of Citrus County. As a landfill, it handles the disposal of municipal solid waste generated in the surrounding area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. Florida's Department of Environmental Protection oversees state-level compliance. Landfills in this region typically manage waste through controlled disposal, with systems for leachate collection and gas management to mitigate environmental impacts. SIBEX INC contributes to the community by providing essential waste disposal services. Its location in Crystal River, near the Gulf Coast, requires careful management of groundwater and surface water to protect local ecosystems. The facility's operations are part of a broader network of waste management facilities serving Florida's growing population.

Landfills in Florida, such as SIBEX INC, must address environmental challenges including methane emissions from decomposing waste and leachate management to protect groundwater. The facility's proximity to the Gulf Coast and local waterways necessitates robust environmental controls. Community proximity and truck traffic are also considerations for operational planning.