ASCON CONSTRUCTION / LONG BEACH Landfill - Long Beach, California Solid Waste Management

ASCON CONSTRUCTION / LONG BEACH is a landfill facility located at 2725 Atlantic Ave in Long Beach, California, within Los Angeles County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562212 for Solid Waste Landfill. It serves the local community and surrounding region as part of the broader solid waste management infrastructure in Southern California. As a landfill operating in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. Additionally, it must comply with Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management, including gas collection and control systems to reduce methane emissions. California state regulations, such as those from CalRecycle, impose further standards for landfill operation, groundwater monitoring, and closure plans. The facility plays a key role in managing waste from the Long Beach area and the greater Los Angeles region. Its location in a densely populated urban area necessitates careful management of environmental impacts, including leachate control, odor mitigation, and traffic management. The landfill contributes to the region's waste disposal capacity and supports public health and sanitation goals.

Landfills in Southern California face unique environmental challenges due to the region's Mediterranean climate, with dry summers and potential for heavy winter rains that can affect leachate generation. Proximity to the Pacific Ocean and groundwater aquifers requires robust leachate management and groundwater monitoring to prevent contamination. Methane generation from decomposing waste is a key concern, and landfill gas collection systems are typically required to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with air quality regulations. The facility's location in an urban area also necessitates careful management of truck traffic, noise, and odor to minimize community impact.