ARCO FAIRFIELD LEASE DISPOSAL FACILITY - Landfill in Derby Acres, Kern County, California

ARCO FAIRFIELD LEASE DISPOSAL FACILITY is a landfill located east of Highway 33 in western Kern County, near Derby Acres, California. As an operational solid waste facility, it plays a key role in managing municipal and industrial waste for the surrounding communities in the San Joaquin Valley region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and California's stringent state regulations. Landfills in this region typically handle moderate to large volumes of waste, serving both local municipalities and industrial clients. Environmental management at the facility includes leachate collection and groundwater monitoring, as required by state permits. The site's location in a semi-arid region with deep groundwater reduces some risks, but proximity to agricultural areas necessitates careful odor and vector control. The facility contributes to Kern County's waste diversion goals and supports the local economy through waste disposal services.

The landfill is situated in Kern County, California, a region with a semi-arid climate and deep groundwater tables, which can mitigate some leachate risks but requires robust monitoring. The facility must manage landfill gas emissions, including methane, under the Clean Air Act's landfill gas rules. Proximity to agricultural land and rural communities necessitates careful control of odors, litter, and traffic to minimize environmental and community impacts.