Overview
BRISCO PIT LANDFILL is an operational landfill in Arroyo Grande, California, serving San Luis Obispo County. It manages solid waste under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D and California regulations.
BRISCO PIT LANDFILL is an operational solid waste landfill located on Brisco Road in Arroyo Grande, California. It serves the San Luis Obispo County area and is classified under NAICS 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill). The facility is part of the regional waste management infrastructure for California's Central Coast. As a Subtitle D municipal solid waste landfill, BRISCO PIT LANDFILL operates under the US EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations, which govern liner systems, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring. California's stringent state regulations, including Title 27 of the California Code of Regulations, impose additional requirements for landfill gas management and environmental monitoring. The landfill plays a key role in managing the region's solid waste, supporting community sanitation and recycling efforts. Its location in San Luis Obispo County, a coastal area with significant agricultural and tourism activity, underscores the importance of proper waste containment and environmental protection.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in a coastal region with a Mediterranean climate, where groundwater protection is critical due to the area's reliance on aquifers for drinking water and agriculture. Leachate management and methane gas collection are key environmental considerations. Proximity to residential areas in Arroyo Grande requires careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impact.
Frequently asked questions
BRISCO PIT LANDFILL is located on Brisco Road in Arroyo Grande, California, United States, in San Luis Obispo County.
As a municipal solid waste landfill, BRISCO PIT LANDFILL accepts non-hazardous solid waste from residential, commercial, and industrial sources in the region.
It is owned by a local entity and managed under California's solid waste regulations.
The landfill operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as California's Title 27 regulations for solid waste facilities, which include requirements for liners, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring.
The landfill manages methane gas and leachate to minimize environmental impact. Its location in a coastal area requires careful groundwater protection and community engagement to address traffic and odor concerns.
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