Overview
INYO COUNTY BUTTERMILK is an operational landfill in Bishop, California, serving Inyo County. It manages municipal solid waste under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.
INYO COUNTY BUTTERMILK is a landfill facility located in Bishop, California, within Inyo County. It is currently operational and serves the solid waste management needs of the surrounding community. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure, handling municipal solid waste generated by local residents and businesses. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as Clean Air Act (CAA) landfill gas rules. These regulations govern landfill design, operation, and closure, including requirements for liner systems, leachate management, and gas collection. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Located in the Owens Valley near the Sierra Nevada, the landfill's environmental context includes considerations for groundwater protection due to the region's arid climate and proximity to the Bishop Creek watershed. Proper leachate management and landfill gas control are critical to minimizing impacts on local water resources and air quality. The facility contributes to the community's waste management needs while adhering to state and federal environmental standards.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in the Owens Valley, a semi-arid region with sensitive groundwater resources. Leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of the Bishop Creek watershed, which supports local agriculture and ecosystems. Landfill gas collection systems help mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, while also reducing odor and safety risks. The facility's proximity to the community of Bishop necessitates careful traffic management and dust control to minimize neighborhood impacts.
Frequently asked questions
INYO COUNTY BUTTERMILK landfill is located on Bishop Creek Road adjacent to SCE PLA in Bishop, California, USA, within Inyo County.
As a municipal solid waste landfill, it accepts household and commercial non-hazardous solid waste generated in Inyo County.
The landfill is owned and operated by Inyo County, with operational oversight by the county's public works department.
Landfills in California must comply with US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste, the Clean Air Act for landfill gas emissions, and state-specific regulations from CalRecycle and the California Air Resources Board.
The landfill employs liner systems, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring to protect water resources. Landfill gas is collected and flared or used for energy to reduce methane emissions, in compliance with EPA and state air quality rules.
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