Risk: Medium Landfill Operational

AMADOR TRANSIT MIX & SUPPLY CO Landfill, Jackson, California

JACKSON, California, United States

Overview

AMADOR TRANSIT MIX & SUPPLY CO is an operational landfill in Jackson, California, serving Amador County. It manages solid waste under state and federal regulations.

AMADOR TRANSIT MIX & SUPPLY CO is a landfill facility located on Fuller Lane in Jackson, California, within Amador County. The facility is currently operational and handles solid waste disposal for the local area. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. California's stringent environmental standards further govern leachate management and methane emissions. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. This landfill contributes to the community by providing essential waste disposal services. Its location in a rural area of California's Sierra Nevada foothills requires careful management of environmental impacts, including groundwater protection and gas collection. The facility's operations are subject to regular monitoring to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Environmental context

The landfill is situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills, an area with seasonal precipitation that can affect leachate generation. Groundwater proximity is a key concern, requiring robust liner and collection systems. Methane emissions from decomposing waste are managed through gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas impact. Community proximity and truck traffic are also managed to minimize local disruption.

Frequently asked questions

AMADOR TRANSIT MIX & SUPPLY CO is located on Fuller Lane in Jackson, California, in Amador County, United States.

As a landfill, it accepts municipal solid waste and likely non-hazardous industrial waste, subject to its permit conditions.

Landfills in the US are required to install gas collection and control systems under the Clean Air Act to capture methane and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The landfill operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and California's stringent environmental regulations, including those for leachate and gas management.

Yes, AMADOR TRANSIT MIX & SUPPLY CO is currently operational.

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