Clean Harbors Buttonwillow, LLC - Landfill in Buttonwillow, California, USA

Clean Harbors Buttonwillow, LLC is a landfill facility located at 2500 Lokern Rd, Buttonwillow, California, in Kern County. It is currently operational and plays a key role in the region's solid waste management infrastructure, handling municipal and industrial waste streams. The facility operates under the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D framework for municipal solid waste landfills, which governs design, operation, and closure standards. California's stringent environmental regulations further require comprehensive leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas collection systems to mitigate methane emissions and protect local water resources. As part of Clean Harbors' network, this landfill supports waste disposal for industrial and commercial clients in central California. Its location in an agricultural and energy-producing region underscores the importance of proper waste containment to safeguard soil and groundwater quality. The facility contributes to the circular economy by managing non-hazardous solid waste in compliance with state and federal standards.

The landfill is situated in Kern County, a region with significant agricultural activity and oil production. Proximity to groundwater aquifers necessitates robust leachate management and monitoring to prevent contamination. Landfill gas collection systems are critical to control methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity and truck traffic are additional considerations, requiring dust control and odor management measures.