City of Alturas Wastewater Treatment Plant - Landfill in Alturas, California

The City of Alturas Wastewater Treatment Plant is a landfill facility located at 20095 County Road 54 in Alturas, California, within Modoc County. As an operational landfill, it manages solid waste for the local community and surrounding area, contributing to the region's waste management infrastructure. This 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's landfill gas rules. California's stringent state regulations further ensure compliance with environmental standards for landfill gas collection, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. The landfill plays a key role in serving Alturas and Modoc County, providing essential waste disposal services. Its location in a rural area with low population density may reduce community proximity risks, but proper management of landfill gas and leachate remains critical to minimize environmental impact.

In the rural setting of Alturas, California, the landfill's environmental context involves managing landfill gas emissions, including methane, and preventing groundwater contamination from leachate. The facility's proximity to local water resources and the surrounding ecosystem requires robust monitoring and control systems to mitigate potential risks. Community impact is relatively low due to sparse population, but traffic from waste hauling and odor management are ongoing considerations.