Mass Burn Facility

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Miami-Dade County is evaluating potential sites to build a new waste-to-energy facility, or mass burn facility, with the former Opa Locka West Airport near West Miramar as a location being considered.

The proposed waste-to-energy facility, intended to replace the Doral incinerator damaged by fire in 2023, has sparked significant concern. Mayor Wayne Messam and the City Commission stand firmly against its construction at the old Opa Locka West Airport site, just under a mile from Miramar. The potential impact on health, air, and water quality is a critical issue for our community, and city leaders are committed to prioritizing the well-being of residents over the proposed development.

A vote on the Miami-Dade County incinerator location has been deferred to February 2025.

"We need every voice at the table to make sure the Commission understands that this incinerator is not acceptable in our backyard," said Mayor Messam.

Ways to Get and Stay Engaged

  • Attend a Town Hall Meeting at Sunset Lakes Community Center: Stay tuned for the date and time.
  • Call or Email Miami-Dade Commissioners - View Contact Information Here!(DOCX, 20KB)
  • Post /share a short video on social media in support of our efforts to safeguard Miramar's water and air quality.

Contact Information

Customer Service: 954-602-HELP (4357)

Flyer for the Incinerator Town Hall Meeting on January 14 at 6:30PM at Sunset Lakes Community Center

Health Impact

Waste incineration generates harmful chemicals and pollutants, posing severe health risks, including:

  • Particulate matter, linked to lung and heart diseases.
  • Heavy metals like lead and mercury, which can cause neurological disorders.
  • Toxic chemicals such as PFAS and dioxins, associated with cancer and other serious health issues.

The Doral incinerator, which this new facility would replace, has been a source of pollutants tied to cancer, respiratory problems, and reproductive health risks. Additionally, the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives highlights that waste burning hampers efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and worsens air and water pollution.

Mayor Wayne Messam and the Miramar Commission are standing firm against this proposal, recognizing its potential impact on our community’s health. "We need every voice at the table to make sure the Commission understands that this incinerator is not acceptable in our backyard," said Mayor Messam.

Letter to Commission From Mayor Levine re the Potential Location of Incinerator
Flyer on Miami Dade County Sustainable Solid Waste Campus Town Hall Meeting on September 16, 2025 at Fire Tower Miami

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