Gilbertson Illegal Dump Site - Landfill in Watsonville, California, USA

Gilbertson Illegal Dump Site is a landfill located at 852 W Airport Blvd, Watsonville, California, in Santa Cruz County. It is an operational solid waste management facility serving the local area. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. As a landfill in California, the facility operates under the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills, which govern design, operation, and closure. It must also comply with Clean Air Act landfill gas rules to control methane emissions. California has additional stringent state regulations for landfill gas collection and leachate management. The facility's location in a coastal region with high groundwater tables presents environmental considerations for leachate management and groundwater protection. Proximity to residential areas in Watsonville requires careful traffic and odor management. The site plays a role in managing solid waste for the surrounding community.

The landfill is situated in a coastal region of California with a Mediterranean climate and relatively high rainfall, which increases the potential for leachate generation. Groundwater proximity is a key concern, requiring robust liner and leachate collection systems. Methane generation from decomposing waste must be captured to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, in line with EPA landfill gas regulations. Community proximity to Watsonville necessitates effective odor and traffic management.