LENNANE (OLD SAC CITY) Landfill - Sacramento, California Solid Waste Management

LENNANE (OLD SAC CITY) is an operational landfill located in Sacramento, California, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it handles municipal solid waste disposal for the surrounding area, operating under the regulatory oversight of the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill), indicating its role in the disposal of non-hazardous solid waste. In California, landfills must comply with stringent state regulations, including the California Integrated Waste Management Act and Title 27 of the California Code of Regulations, which govern landfill design, operation, and closure. Additionally, the facility is subject to federal EPA standards under RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, including requirements for liner systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring. As part of the Sacramento region's waste management infrastructure, LENNANE (OLD SAC CITY) plays a key role in managing the area's solid waste stream. The facility's location near the Sacramento River and urban areas necessitates careful environmental management to mitigate potential impacts on groundwater and air quality. Landfill gas collection and control systems are typically required to reduce methane emissions, contributing to California's climate goals.

The landfill is situated in Sacramento, California, within the Sacramento Valley, an area with a Mediterranean climate and a high water table near the Sacramento River. This proximity to groundwater resources requires robust leachate management and groundwater monitoring to prevent contamination. The facility also faces community proximity concerns, as it is located near urban areas, necessitating effective odor control and traffic management. Landfill gas collection systems are critical to mitigate methane leakage, a potent greenhouse gas, aligning with California's stringent climate regulations.