Suwannee County Central Landfill - Operational Landfill in Suwannee, Florida

Suwannee County Central Landfill is an operational solid waste management facility located in Suwannee, Florida, United States. The landfill serves Suwannee County and surrounding areas, providing municipal solid waste disposal services. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's 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 requirements for landfill gas management. Landfills in Florida are subject to state-specific regulations that address liner systems, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring to protect the environment. The landfill's location in a rural area of north Florida means it serves a community with a mix of agricultural and residential waste streams. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is critical to minimize environmental impact, and the facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory standards.

The landfill is situated in Suwannee County, Florida, an area with a high water table and proximity to the Suwannee River. This hydrogeological setting necessitates robust leachate management and groundwater monitoring to prevent contamination. Landfill gas generation, primarily methane, requires collection and control systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act regulations. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional considerations for this facility.