ST. JOHNS RIVER POWER Landfill - Jacksonville, Florida Solid Waste Management

ST. JOHNS RIVER POWER is a landfill facility located at 11201 New Berlin Road in Jacksonville, Florida, within Duval County. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the region's solid waste management infrastructure, serving the Jacksonville metropolitan area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. As a landfill in Florida, it is subject to state-specific environmental regulations and permitting requirements. The facility's NAICS codes (221111, 221112, 221122, 562212) indicate involvement in electric power generation and solid waste disposal, suggesting potential landfill gas-to-energy operations. Landfills in this region must manage leachate and groundwater impacts due to Florida's high water table and proximity to the St. Johns River. The facility's location near the river underscores the importance of robust environmental controls. Community proximity and traffic are also considerations for this urban-area landfill.

The facility is located near the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida, an area with a high water table and sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Landfill operations must prioritize leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination and methane capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The proximity to residential areas also requires careful management of odor, traffic, and air quality impacts.