Eagleville Disposal Site (Closing) - Landfill in Modoc County, California

Eagleville Disposal Site (Closing) is a landfill located in Eagleville, Modoc County, California, United States. The facility is currently operational and serves the solid waste management needs of the surrounding rural area. As a landfill, it is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, specifically RCRA Subtitle D which governs municipal solid waste landfills. California also has stringent state-level regulations for landfill operations, including requirements for liners, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring. The landfill's location in a rural, arid region of northeastern California influences its operational practices, particularly regarding leachate management and gas control. As a closing site, the facility is likely in the process of final cover installation and post-closure care, which includes long-term monitoring of groundwater and landfill gas. The site's environmental significance lies in its role in managing waste for Modoc County, a sparsely populated area, and the need to prevent contamination of local groundwater resources in a region with limited water availability.

The landfill is situated in a rural, arid region of northeastern California, where groundwater resources are critical for agriculture and domestic use. Leachate management is a key environmental concern, as the dry climate reduces natural dilution. Landfill gas generation, primarily methane, requires collection and control to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. The site's proximity to local communities and roads also necessitates careful traffic management and odor control.