Southeast Hillsborough County LF - Landfill in Lithia, Florida, USA

Southeast Hillsborough County LF is a landfill facility located at 15960 County Road 672 in Lithia, Florida, within Hillsborough County. Operated by Hillsborough County Public Utilities/Solid Waste Management Dept., the landfill has been operational since 1984 and is expected to continue operations until 2030. It serves as a key component of the county's solid waste management infrastructure. 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. As a landfill in Florida, it must comply with state environmental regulations governing leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas collection. The landfill's scale and operational history suggest it handles a significant volume of waste from the surrounding communities. Southeast Hillsborough County LF plays a vital role in managing solid waste for the Tampa Bay area. Its long-term operation highlights the importance of proper waste disposal and environmental safeguards. The facility's proximity to residential areas necessitates robust gas collection and leachate control systems to mitigate potential environmental impacts.

The landfill is situated in Hillsborough County, Florida, a region with a high water table and proximity to the Tampa Bay estuary. Effective leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination. Landfill gas collection systems are essential to reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize local impacts.