CATHOLIC YOUTH CAMP DISPOSAL SITE - Landfill in Occidental, California, USA

CATHOLIC YOUTH CAMP DISPOSAL SITE is a landfill facility located at 2136 Bohemian Hwy in Occidental, California, within Sonoma County. The site is operational and handles solid waste disposal for the surrounding community. 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's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and the Clean Air Act (CAA) landfill gas rules. California's stringent state regulations further enforce environmental compliance, including landfill gas collection and leachate management. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Environmental considerations for this site include landfill gas generation and methane leakage, leachate management to protect groundwater, and proximity to the community of Occidental. The facility's location in a rural area may influence traffic and odor impacts. Proper operation and monitoring are essential to minimize environmental risks.

The landfill is situated in Occidental, a rural area in Sonoma County, California, known for its natural landscapes and proximity to the Russian River. Key environmental concerns for landfills include methane emissions from decomposing waste, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate that can contaminate groundwater if not properly managed. The site's location requires careful monitoring of groundwater quality and gas collection systems to mitigate local environmental impacts.