B I C FARMS Landfill - Catheys Valley, California Solid Waste Management

B I C FARMS is a landfill facility located at 5355 Hornitos Rd in Catheys Valley, California, within Mariposa County. As an operational landfill, it plays a key role in the region's solid waste management infrastructure, handling municipal solid waste for the local community. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions. As a landfill in California, it is also subject to state-specific requirements under CalRecycle, which mandate landfill gas collection and control systems for methane reduction. B I C FARMS serves the waste disposal needs of Mariposa County and surrounding areas. Its location in a rural setting near the Sierra Nevada foothills requires careful management of leachate and groundwater protection. The facility contributes to the region's waste management strategy, with landfill gas management being a key environmental consideration.

Landfills in California, like B I C FARMS, must manage methane emissions through gas collection systems to comply with state and federal air quality standards. The facility's location in a rural area with proximity to groundwater sources necessitates robust leachate management to prevent contamination. Community proximity and truck traffic are also important considerations for local environmental impact.