Overview
Arnold Private DS / AKA Hanford Recycling is an operational landfill in Hanford, California, serving Kings County. It handles solid waste disposal under state and federal regulations.
Arnold Private DS / AKA Hanford Recycling is a landfill facility located in Hanford, California, within Kings County. The site is operational and manages 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 state regulations further govern landfill operations, focusing on methane capture and leachate control. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Environmental considerations for this landfill include landfill gas management to reduce methane emissions and leachate containment to protect groundwater. Its proximity to Hanford and agricultural areas necessitates careful monitoring of community and environmental impacts. The facility contributes to regional waste disposal capacity.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in California's Central Valley, an agricultural region with a semi-arid climate. Groundwater protection is critical due to the area's reliance on aquifers for irrigation and drinking water. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and flared or used for energy to comply with state air quality regulations. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional environmental considerations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 800' W 7th Ave, 1/3 mile north of Hanford, California, in Kings County.
As a landfill, it accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous solid waste, subject to local and state regulations.
Yes, the facility is listed as operational.
Landfills in California must comply with the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D, Clean Air Act landfill gas rules, and California's stringent state regulations for methane capture, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring.
Landfill gas, primarily methane, is collected through a network of wells and pipes, then either flared to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or used to generate energy, depending on the facility's infrastructure.
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