FORT DICK BURN SITE Landfill - Fort Dick, California Solid Waste Management

FORT DICK BURN SITE is an operational landfill located in Fort Dick, California, within Del Norte County. The facility provides solid waste management services to the local community, handling municipal solid waste in a region characterized by its rural and coastal environment. 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, Clean Air Act regulations apply to landfill gas management, requiring gas collection and control systems for larger landfills to mitigate methane emissions. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is specifically engaged in solid waste landfill operations. The landfill plays a key role in waste disposal for the surrounding area, with environmental considerations including leachate management to protect local groundwater and soil. Proximity to the Pacific coast and sensitive ecosystems necessitates careful operational practices to minimize environmental impact.

The landfill's location in coastal Del Norte County, near the Pacific Ocean, raises important environmental considerations. Groundwater protection is critical due to the region's high rainfall and proximity to surface waters. Leachate management systems must be robust to prevent contamination. Additionally, landfill gas generation requires monitoring and control to reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. The facility's operations also involve managing community impacts such as traffic and odor.