Circle Bar Ranch Illegal Dump Site - Landfill in Novato, California, USA

Circle Bar Ranch Illegal Dump Site is a landfill located at 25700 Arnold Drive in Novato, California, within Marin County. The facility is currently operational and classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations. It manages solid waste disposal for the local community. As a landfill in California, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as state-level regulations enforced by CalRecycle and the California Air Resources Board. These regulations govern landfill gas management, leachate control, and groundwater monitoring to minimize environmental impacts. The site's location in Marin County places it in a region with significant environmental sensitivity, including proximity to San Francisco Bay and local watersheds. Proper waste management at this facility is important for protecting local ecosystems and groundwater resources from potential contamination.

The landfill is situated in Marin County, California, an area with Mediterranean climate and sensitive ecosystems. Key environmental considerations include landfill gas generation (methane) requiring collection and control systems, leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination, and proximity to residential areas and natural habitats. Regulatory compliance with air quality and water protection standards is essential to mitigate these risks.