LOS ANGELES CITY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATI Landfill - Los Angeles, California Solid Waste Management

LOS ANGELES CITY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATI is a landfill facility located in Los Angeles, California, United States. As a municipal solid waste landfill, it serves the local community by providing waste disposal services. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills. The landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act, which governs landfill gas emissions, and RCRA Subtitle D, which sets standards for design, operation, and closure. In California, additional state regulations may apply, including those from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is a solid waste landfill. This landfill plays a key role in managing waste from the Los Angeles area. Proper landfill gas collection and leachate management are critical to minimize environmental impacts. The facility's location in a densely populated region underscores the importance of community proximity and traffic considerations in its operations.

Landfills in the Los Angeles area face environmental challenges related to methane emissions from decomposing waste and leachate management to protect groundwater. The facility's proximity to urban areas requires careful monitoring of odor, traffic, and potential air quality impacts. California's stringent environmental regulations aim to reduce landfill gas emissions and promote waste diversion.