Overview
MCNAMARA & PEETE WOOD WASTE DS is an operational landfill in Blue Lake, California, serving Humboldt County. It manages wood waste under NAICS code 562212, supporting regional solid waste disposal.
MCNAMARA & PEETE WOOD WASTE DS is a landfill facility located in Blue Lake, California, within Humboldt County. The facility is operational and specializes in wood waste disposal, classified under NAICS code 562212 for Solid Waste Landfills. It serves the local community and regional waste management needs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act regulations for landfill gas management. As a wood waste landfill, it may have specific considerations for methane generation and leachate control, typical of California's stringent environmental standards. This landfill plays a key role in Humboldt County's waste management infrastructure, providing disposal capacity for wood waste from construction, demolition, and forestry activities. Its location in a rural area near Blue Lake underscores the importance of proper waste containment and environmental monitoring to protect local groundwater and air quality.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Humboldt County, a region with significant forested areas and a coastal climate. Landfill operations must address methane leakage from decomposing wood waste and manage leachate to prevent groundwater contamination. Proximity to residential areas in Blue Lake requires careful traffic management and odor control. California's strict environmental regulations mandate comprehensive monitoring and mitigation measures for these risks.
Frequently asked questions
MCNAMARA & PEETE WOOD WASTE DS is located at 1/4 MI NE GLENDALE AREA, Blue Lake, California 95525, in Humboldt County, United States.
The facility is a landfill specializing in wood waste disposal, as indicated by its name and NAICS code 562212 for Solid Waste Landfills.
The landfill operates under US EPA regulations including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. California also enforces state-specific environmental standards.
Wood waste landfills typically generate less methane than municipal solid waste landfills due to lower organic content, but they still require leachate management and gas monitoring. California regulations may impose specific requirements for wood waste facilities.
Landfills in Humboldt County must address risks such as groundwater contamination from leachate, methane emissions, and impacts on local air quality. The region's wet climate and proximity to forests necessitate robust environmental controls.
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