Overview
LA HONDA is an operational landfill in La Honda, California, United States. It serves the San Mateo County area as a solid waste management facility.
LA HONDA is an operational landfill located in La Honda, California, United States. The facility manages solid waste for the surrounding region, including San Mateo County. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. California's stringent environmental regulations further govern its operations, particularly regarding methane capture and leachate control. LA HONDA's location in a rural area near the coast presents specific environmental considerations, including groundwater protection and community proximity. The landfill's gas collection system helps mitigate methane emissions, while leachate management is critical to protect local water resources.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in a rural area of San Mateo County, California, near the Pacific coast. This region is characterized by sensitive ecosystems and groundwater resources. Effective landfill gas collection and leachate management are essential to minimize methane leakage and protect water quality. Community proximity and traffic impacts are also important considerations for this facility.
Frequently asked questions
LA HONDA landfill is located at Cuesta Real Dr .5 mi E Woodlan, La Honda, California 94020, United States.
As a landfill, LA HONDA accepts municipal solid waste and other non-hazardous waste materials, subject to regulatory permits.
LA HONDA landfill is currently operational, serving the solid waste disposal needs of the region.
LA HONDA landfill operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas emissions, as well as California state environmental laws.
The landfill employs gas collection systems to reduce methane emissions and leachate management practices to protect groundwater, in compliance with federal and state regulations.
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