Stewart County / CR 145 S Landfill - Lumpkin, Georgia Solid Waste Management Facility

Stewart County / CR 145 S Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located in Lumpkin, Georgia, United States. As a landfill, it provides essential waste disposal services for Stewart County and surrounding areas, managing municipal solid waste in compliance with federal and state regulations. The facility operates under the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D framework for municipal solid waste landfills, which governs design, operation, and closure standards. It also adheres to Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management, including gas collection and control systems to mitigate methane emissions. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is a solid waste landfill, typically handling a range of non-hazardous waste materials. As a community landfill, Stewart County / CR 145 S Landfill plays a key role in local waste management infrastructure. Its location in rural Georgia means it serves a smaller population, with typical environmental considerations including leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and methane gas control to minimize impacts on nearby residents and ecosystems.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Stewart County, Georgia, where groundwater protection is a key concern due to the potential for leachate migration. Proper liner systems and monitoring wells are essential to safeguard local water resources. Additionally, methane gas generated from decomposing waste must be collected and managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prevent off-site migration. Proximity to residential areas requires careful traffic management and odor control to maintain community relations.