Hirschdale Landfill - Operational Solid Waste Landfill in Hirschdale, California

Hirschdale Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 11681 Hirschdale Rd., Hirschdale, California, in Nevada County. The facility manages municipal solid waste for the surrounding region, operating under the jurisdiction of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). As a landfill, it plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of US EPA RCRA Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and the Clean Air Act (CAA) for landfill gas emissions. California's stringent environmental regulations, including the California Global Warming Solutions Act, impose additional requirements for landfill gas collection and methane reduction. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is a solid waste landfill, typically handling significant tonnages per year. Environmental considerations for Hirschdale Landfill include landfill gas management to mitigate methane emissions, leachate control to protect groundwater, and community proximity. The facility's location in a mountainous region near the Truckee River watershed underscores the importance of leachate management and groundwater monitoring. Proper operation ensures compliance with state and federal standards, reducing risks to local ecosystems and public health.

Hirschdale Landfill is situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills near the Truckee River watershed, a region with sensitive aquatic ecosystems and groundwater resources. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and flared or used for energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of nearby water bodies. The facility's proximity to residential areas and transportation routes also requires careful traffic and odor management.