Federal Boulevard Burnsite Landfill - San Diego, California Solid Waste Management

Federal Boulevard Burnsite is an operational landfill located in San Diego, California, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it handles municipal solid waste for the surrounding area, contributing to the region's waste disposal infrastructure. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of California's stringent environmental regulations, which align with federal standards set by the US EPA. The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212, which pertains to solid waste landfills. While specific technical specifications such as tonnage per year or gas collection systems are not detailed in available data, the facility is subject to regulations including RCRA Subtitle D for landfill design and operation, as well as Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. California's regulatory framework often includes additional state-level requirements for leachate control and methane monitoring. Environmental significance of this facility includes its role in managing waste from the San Diego metropolitan area. Landfills in this region must address challenges such as groundwater protection due to proximity to coastal aquifers and methane emission control. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing waste acceptance and compliance with local environmental standards.

The landfill is situated in San Diego, a coastal city with a Mediterranean climate. Key environmental considerations include potential methane leakage from waste decomposition, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate management to protect groundwater resources. Proximity to residential areas may also raise concerns about traffic and odor. Regulatory oversight by the US EPA and California's Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) aims to mitigate these impacts through gas collection systems and liner requirements.