Our Goal
Clear, factual information about a proposed solid waste facility in Brunswick County
The proposed Cape Fear Environmental Site will be a modern municipal solid waste landfill located on a 735-acre site south of Mt. Misery Road. The facility would accept household trash and construction debris. No hazardous waste would be accepted.
This website was created to help neighbors understand what is being proposed, how the review process works, and how to stay informed.
Location
735-acre site south of Mt. Misery Road, outside the Town of Navassa
Materials Accepted
Household trash and construction debris only
Materials Not Accepted
No hazardous waste. No medical waste. No industrial waste.
Environmental Oversight
NC Department of Environmental Quality and U.S. EPA
Community Benefits
More than $1 million annually in proposed host fee payments to the Town of Navassa
Next Step
Reviews begin with the Town of Navassa.
Why Here?
Brunswick County is growing, and existing landfills are nearing capacity.
Site DetailsThe proposed site is already zoned for heavy industrial use, provides direct access to major transportation corridors, and is large enough to allow for extensive buffers and environmental protections. These factors allow the facility to be designed and operated in compliance with strict state and federal requirements.
Modern Landfills May Surprise You
When many people picture landfills, they think of facilities that were built decades ago.
Landfills as NeighborsAcross North Carolina, schools, homes, businesses, parks, and community facilities exist near modern landfills. In many cases, former landfills have been converted into parks and recreational areas.
Environmental Protections
Modern landfills are highly regulated facilities designed to protect surrounding communities and the environment. Key environmental protections include:
- Protective liner systems designed to prevent waste or liquids from reaching surrounding soil or groundwater
- Waste is limited to small working areas and covered each day
- Buffers, berms, and vegetation limit visibility, noise, and odor
- Odor, litter, and pest controls are required as part of normal operations
- Ongoing monitoring of groundwater and air quality
- Regulatory oversight and inspections by the NC Department of Environmental Quality and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Community Benefits
If approved, the project is expected to generate more than $1 million annually in host fee payments to the Town of Navassa, along with additional property tax revenue.
These funds could support infrastructure improvements, public safety, parks, and other community priorities identified by local elected officials.
Have a Question?
Projects like this raise important questions. We’re committed to listening, sharing information, answering questions and engaging with the community throughout the review process.