ST MARKS C&D DISPOSAL FACILITY - Landfill in Saint Augustine, Florida

ST MARKS C&D DISPOSAL FACILITY is a landfill located at 1000 Saint Marks Pond Blvd, Saint Augustine, Florida, in St. Johns County. The facility is operational and specializes in the disposal of construction and demolition debris, classified under NAICS code 562212. As a landfill, it plays a key role in managing non-hazardous solid waste in the region. 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 Florida state regulations. Landfills in Florida are subject to stringent requirements for liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring to protect the environment and public health. The ST MARKS C&D DISPOSAL FACILITY serves the Saint Augustine area, contributing to the region's waste management infrastructure. Proper operation of such facilities is critical for minimizing environmental impacts, including methane emissions and groundwater contamination, through engineered controls and regular monitoring.

The facility is located in Saint Augustine, Florida, a coastal area with a high water table and proximity to sensitive ecosystems. Landfills in this region must manage leachate carefully to prevent groundwater contamination. Additionally, the decomposition of organic waste in landfills generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas, requiring gas collection systems to mitigate emissions. The facility's location near residential areas also necessitates traffic management and odor control measures.