Overview
Forbestown Burn Dump is an operational landfill located in Forbestown, California, United States. It serves the local community under the regulatory framework of the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D.
Forbestown Burn Dump is an operational landfill situated in Forbestown, California, within Butte County. As a solid waste management facility, it handles municipal solid waste for the surrounding area, operating under the jurisdiction of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California state regulations. The facility operates as a landfill, a common method for waste disposal in the United States. It is subject to federal regulations including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act standards for landfill gas emissions. California's stringent environmental laws further govern leachate management and groundwater monitoring to minimize environmental impact. Forbestown Burn Dump plays a key role in local waste management, serving the community of Forbestown and nearby areas. Its operational status ensures continued waste disposal capacity, while regulatory compliance helps mitigate risks such as methane leakage and groundwater contamination. The facility's location in a rural area influences its operational context and community proximity considerations.
Environmental context
The landfill is located in a rural area of Butte County, California, where groundwater protection is critical due to potential leachate migration. Methane generation from decomposing waste poses a risk of greenhouse gas emissions, requiring gas collection systems. Community proximity and traffic from waste hauling are additional environmental considerations typical for landfills in this region.
Frequently asked questions
Forbestown Burn Dump is located in Forbestown, California, United States, specifically at 1/4 S of Forbestown/Challenge, with the zip code 95941.
As a landfill, Forbestown Burn Dump accepts municipal solid waste, which includes household and commercial waste, subject to local and federal regulations.
Yes, Forbestown Burn Dump is listed as operational, meaning it is actively receiving and managing waste.
Landfills in California must comply with the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, the Clean Air Act for landfill gas emissions, and California's stringent environmental laws governing leachate and groundwater monitoring.
Key environmental risks include methane leakage contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, leachate contamination of groundwater, and community impacts from traffic and odors. Proper gas collection and liner systems mitigate these risks.
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