FRED TAULBEE TIRE LANDFILL - Operational Landfill in Fresno County, California

FRED TAULBEE TIRE LANDFILL is an operational landfill located in Fresno County, California, approximately 4 miles southwest of Russell and I-5. It serves the region's solid waste management needs, focusing on tire disposal and other waste streams. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the United States and complies with California's stringent environmental standards. The landfill operates under the NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. In California, landfills are regulated by the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) and must adhere to the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D requirements for municipal solid waste landfills. These regulations cover liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring to protect local water resources. The facility plays a key role in managing waste from the surrounding agricultural and urban areas of Fresno County. Proper landfill operations are critical for minimizing methane emissions and preventing groundwater contamination. The site's location in California's Central Valley, a region with significant agricultural activity, underscores the importance of effective waste management to support environmental and public health.

The landfill is situated in California's Central Valley, a region with a Mediterranean climate and intensive agriculture. Key environmental concerns include methane generation from decomposing waste, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate management to protect groundwater. The facility's proximity to agricultural land and the I-5 corridor raises considerations for community traffic and air quality. Regulatory oversight by CalRecycle and the US EPA ensures compliance with landfill gas collection and leachate control standards.