54th St and Paramount Blvd D S Landfill - Long Beach, California Solid Waste Management

54th St and Paramount Blvd D S is a landfill facility located at 54th St & Paramount Blvd in Long Beach, California, within Los Angeles County. As a solid waste management site, it handles municipal solid waste for the surrounding region, operating under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). The facility operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and must comply with Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. California's stringent environmental regulations require landfill gas collection and control systems to mitigate methane emissions, as well as leachate management systems to protect groundwater. The landfill's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is specifically engaged in solid waste landfill operations. Located in Long Beach, the landfill serves a densely populated urban area with significant waste generation. Its operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal capacity for the region, while regulatory compliance addresses environmental concerns such as methane leakage, groundwater protection, and community impacts from traffic and odors. The facility plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure.

The landfill is situated in Long Beach, California, a coastal city with a Mediterranean climate. Proximity to groundwater and the Pacific Ocean necessitates robust leachate management to prevent contamination. Methane generation from decomposing waste requires active gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with air quality standards. Community proximity raises concerns about odor, traffic, and potential health impacts, driving strict operational controls.