Gage George Inc Landfill - Fresno, California Solid Waste Management Facility

Gage George Inc Landfill is a solid waste management facility located at 8466 S Maple Ave, Fresno, California, in the United States. The facility is currently operational and serves the Fresno County area, managing municipal solid waste through landfilling operations. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D which governs municipal solid waste landfills. This includes requirements for liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. The landfill also complies with Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas, which mandate gas collection and control systems to reduce methane emissions. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Environmental considerations for this facility include landfill gas management to mitigate methane leakage, leachate control to protect groundwater, and community proximity concerns due to traffic and odors. The landfill's location in Fresno, within California's Central Valley, places it in an agricultural region where groundwater quality is particularly important. Proper operation and regulatory compliance are essential to minimize environmental impact.

The landfill is situated in Fresno, California, within the San Joaquin Valley, a region with significant agricultural activity and a semi-arid climate. Groundwater resources in the area are vital for irrigation and drinking water, making leachate management a critical environmental concern. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and controlled to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with Clean Air Act standards. Community proximity to the facility also necessitates careful management of traffic, odor, and potential health impacts.