HEAPS PEAK TRANSFER STATION - Landfill in Running Springs, California

HEAPS PEAK TRANSFER STATION is a solid waste management facility located at 29898 State Highway 18 in Running Springs, California. Operating as a landfill, it serves the San Bernardino County region and is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations. The facility is currently operational and plays a key role in local waste disposal infrastructure. As a landfill in California, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills. California also enforces stringent state-level regulations for landfill gas management, leachate control, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's location in a mountainous area near Running Springs requires careful management of environmental impacts, including methane capture and leachate containment. The facility contributes to the solid waste management needs of the surrounding community, handling waste transfer and disposal. Its location in San Bernardino County, a region with diverse geography from mountains to desert, presents unique operational considerations. Proper management of landfill gas and leachate is critical to minimizing environmental impact and ensuring compliance with state and federal standards.

The facility is situated in the San Bernardino Mountains, an area with significant ecological value including forested watersheds and recreational areas. Landfill operations in such settings require robust leachate management to protect groundwater quality and nearby surface waters. Methane generation from decomposing waste must be captured or flared to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proximity to residential areas in Running Springs also necessitates careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impact.