Statement from BFI Waste Systems of Tennessee, owner and operator of Middle Point Landfill
Today’s press release from the City of Murfreesboro seems more like grandstanding than truly wanting to work collaboratively to address community concerns. The city highlighted the number of complaints they have received over the last four years, but during that time, have not proactively shared specific details with us, even when we asked for it. We cannot investigate and address concerns unless the city collaboratively works with us.
The seven observations issued by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) in 2025 at Middle Point Landfill were considered minor and did not include any enforcement action. In fact, Middle Point was aware and proactively addressing these situations at the time of inspection. All seven were quickly resolved.
Our systems worked as intended and prevented potential harm to the environment, as noted in the inspection reports.
Furthermore, data supports our contention that the City of Murfreesboro is contributing to the PFAS contamination of the East Fork Stones River watershed from multiple direct city sources. We also have data that indicates the City of Murfreesboro is a significant provider of PFAS-laden materials coming into Middle Point, particularly via the city’s wastewater sludge, which is disposed of at the Landfill.
As we’ve previously stated, Middle Point Landfill does not use or produce PFAS constituents but rather is a passive receiver of material containing PFAS sent to the landfill for disposal. Middle Point Landfill is seeking the court’s permission to file a counterclaim that would obligate the city to take responsibility and share in the costs of any necessary PFAS remediation at Middle Point or the East Fork Stones River.
