Southeast County Landfill - Operational Landfill in Lithia, Florida

Southeast County Landfill is an operational landfill located at 15960 Co Rd 672, Lithia, Florida, in Hillsborough County. As a landfill facility, it plays a key role in the solid waste management infrastructure of the region, handling municipal solid waste from the surrounding communities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. The landfill is situated in a region with a humid subtropical climate, which influences leachate generation and gas management practices. Typical landfill operations include waste compaction, daily cover, leachate collection and treatment, and landfill gas extraction. The facility's NAICS codes (562211 and 562212) indicate it engages in both hazardous and non-hazardous waste treatment and disposal, though municipal solid waste is the primary focus. Environmental management at Southeast County Landfill involves monitoring groundwater quality, controlling landfill gas emissions, and managing leachate to prevent contamination of local water resources. The facility's location in Hillsborough County places it within a densely populated area, requiring careful attention to community impacts such as traffic and odor. Proper operation ensures compliance with state and federal regulations while serving the waste disposal needs of the region.

The landfill operates in a humid subtropical climate with high rainfall, increasing the importance of effective leachate management to protect groundwater. Landfill gas collection systems are critical to mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Proximity to residential areas in Hillsborough County necessitates careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impact.