Overview
ALL CHEM AKA THE TOYON PROJECT is an operational landfill in Valley Springs, California, serving the Calaveras County area. It manages solid waste under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
ALL CHEM AKA THE TOYON PROJECT is a landfill facility located at 3474 Toyon Circle in Valley Springs, California, within Calaveras County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations. It serves the local community and surrounding areas as a key component of the region's waste management infrastructure. As a landfill in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and the Clean Air Act's landfill gas rules. These regulations require proper liner systems, leachate collection, and gas monitoring to minimize environmental impact. The facility's scale is typical for a county-level landfill, handling waste from residential and commercial sources. The Toyon Project plays a significant role in managing solid waste for Calaveras County and the broader region. Its location in a rural area of California's Sierra Nevada foothills requires careful management of groundwater proximity and methane emissions. The facility contributes to local waste diversion efforts and supports community sanitation needs.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills, an area with seasonal rainfall that can affect leachate generation. Groundwater protection is a key concern due to the region's fractured bedrock geology. Methane management through gas collection systems is critical to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with air quality regulations. Proximity to rural communities necessitates careful traffic management and odor control.
Frequently asked questions
ALL CHEM AKA THE TOYON PROJECT is located at 3474 Toyon Circle, Valley Springs, California 95252, United States.
As a landfill classified under NAICS 562212, the Toyon Project accepts municipal solid waste from residential, commercial, and industrial sources in Calaveras County and surrounding areas.
Landfills in California must comply with US EPA RCRA Subtitle D standards for municipal solid waste landfills, the Clean Air Act landfill gas rules, and state-specific regulations from CalRecycle and the California Air Resources Board.
Landfill gas management typically involves collection wells and a gas extraction system to capture methane, which may be flared or used for energy generation, in compliance with Clean Air Act requirements.
The facility is currently operational, actively receiving and managing solid waste for the region.
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