LOS ALAMITOS ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTER Landfill - Los Alamitos, California Solid Waste Management

LOS ALAMITOS ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTER is a landfill facility located at 11200 Lexington Drive in Los Alamitos, California, within Orange County. The facility is operational and serves the local community's solid waste management needs. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. California's stringent environmental regulations further govern landfill operations, focusing on methane capture and leachate management. The facility's NAICS codes (562212 for Solid Waste Landfill and 928110 for National Security) indicate its dual role in waste management and military support. Located in a densely populated area of Southern California, the landfill must manage environmental impacts such as groundwater protection and community proximity. Its operational status ensures continued service for waste disposal, while adherence to state and federal regulations helps mitigate risks associated with landfill gas emissions and leachate.

The landfill is situated in Los Alamitos, a coastal city in Orange County with a Mediterranean climate. Proximity to residential areas and groundwater resources necessitates robust leachate management and landfill gas collection systems. California's strict environmental regulations require methane capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and prevent groundwater contamination. The facility's location near military installations adds operational considerations for waste handling and traffic management.