KAPAA LDFL Landfill - Kailua, Hawaii Solid Waste Management Facility

KAPAA LDFL is an operational landfill situated on Old Kapaa Quarry Road in Kailua, Hawaii, within Honolulu County. As a municipal solid waste landfill, it plays a key role in managing the region's waste stream. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. The landfill is subject to federal and state regulations governing landfill gas collection, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. In Hawaii, landfills must comply with the state's solid waste management rules, which align with federal standards. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is a solid waste landfill, typically handling household and commercial waste. Located in a coastal area of Oahu, the landfill's environmental management is critical to protecting local groundwater and nearby ecosystems. Proper leachate control and gas collection systems are essential to minimize methane emissions and prevent water contamination. The facility contributes to the community's waste disposal needs while operating within a comprehensive regulatory framework.

The landfill is situated in a coastal region of Oahu, where groundwater protection is paramount due to the island's reliance on freshwater aquifers. Leachate management is a key environmental concern, as improper handling could impact nearby water bodies. Additionally, landfill gas collection systems are important to reduce methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. The facility's proximity to residential areas also necessitates careful management of traffic and odor.