Overview
ECOLOGY AUTO WRECKING (PORT DISPOSAL) is an operational landfill in Wilmington, California, serving the Los Angeles County area. It handles solid waste disposal under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
ECOLOGY AUTO WRECKING (PORT DISPOSAL) is a landfill facility located at 1000 E Lomita Blvd in Wilmington, California, within Los Angeles County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 562212 for Solid Waste Landfill. It serves the local community and industrial sectors in the greater Los Angeles region. As a landfill operating in the United States, this facility is subject to federal regulations under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. Additionally, the Clean Air Act (CAA) requires landfill gas collection and control systems for larger landfills to mitigate methane emissions. California's state regulations, such as CalRecycle's landfill standards, impose additional requirements for leachate management and groundwater monitoring. The facility plays a key role in solid waste management for the Wilmington area and the broader Los Angeles County region. Its proximity to the Port of Los Angeles suggests it may handle waste from industrial and commercial sources. Proper landfill gas management and leachate control are critical to minimizing environmental impacts on nearby communities and ecosystems.
Environmental context
The Wilmington area is an industrial and port district with significant truck traffic and proximity to the Los Angeles River and San Pedro Bay. Landfill operations must manage methane emissions through gas collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas contributions. Leachate containment and groundwater monitoring are essential due to the area's industrial history and potential for soil and water contamination. Community proximity requires careful odor and traffic management.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1000 E Lomita Blvd, Wilmington, California 90744, in Los Angeles County, United States.
As a landfill, it handles solid waste disposal, likely including municipal solid waste and possibly industrial or construction debris, under NAICS code 562212.
The landfill operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and the Clean Air Act for landfill gas emissions. California state regulations also apply.
Landfills in the US must implement gas collection systems to reduce methane emissions, leachate collection and treatment to protect groundwater, and regular monitoring to comply with environmental standards.
It provides essential solid waste disposal services for Wilmington and the Los Angeles County area, supporting public health and sanitation while managing waste from residential, commercial, and industrial sources.
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