Overview
WCA of Florida DeSoto CD&D Disposal Facility is an operational landfill in Arcadia, Florida, serving the region's solid waste management needs under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
WCA of Florida DeSoto CD&D Disposal Facility is a landfill located at 14662 NE Highway 70 in Arcadia, DeSoto County, Florida. It is an operational facility that manages construction, demolition, and disposal (CD&D) waste, contributing to the solid waste infrastructure of the region. 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-specific environmental regulations regarding leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas collection to mitigate methane emissions. The DeSoto CD&D Disposal Facility plays a key role in managing non-hazardous solid waste from construction and demolition activities in the area. Its location in a rural part of DeSoto County helps minimize community proximity impacts, though traffic and odor management remain operational considerations. The facility supports local waste diversion and disposal needs within Florida's broader waste management system.
Environmental context
Landfills in Florida face environmental challenges related to groundwater protection due to the state's high water table and porous limestone geology. Leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of aquifers. Methane generation from decomposing waste requires effective gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proximity to residential areas can raise concerns about odor, traffic, and air quality, though this facility's rural setting may mitigate some impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 14662 NE Highway 70, Arcadia, Florida 34266, in DeSoto County, United States.
The facility is a landfill that accepts construction, demolition, and disposal (CD&D) waste, as indicated by its name and NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill).
The facility operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. Florida state environmental rules also govern leachate and groundwater monitoring.
Landfills like this one typically implement leachate collection systems, groundwater monitoring wells, and gas extraction systems to control methane emissions. Compliance with EPA and state permits ensures environmental protection.
CD&D landfills provide a dedicated disposal option for construction and demolition debris, which is often non-hazardous but bulky. They help divert these materials from municipal waste streams and support recycling efforts where feasible.
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