Mesquite Regional Landfill - Brawley, California Landfill Facility

Mesquite Regional Landfill is an operational landfill located at 6330 E State Hwy 78 in Brawley, California, United States. It operates under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfill facilities. The landfill serves the Imperial County region, handling municipal solid waste disposal. As a landfill in California, Mesquite Regional Landfill operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as California's stringent state regulations. The facility must comply with landfill gas collection and control requirements under the Clean Air Act, and manage leachate to protect groundwater resources. California's regulatory environment is among the most rigorous in the United States for solid waste management. The landfill plays a key role in waste management for the Brawley area and surrounding communities. Its location in a desert region with low rainfall reduces some environmental risks, but groundwater protection remains critical. The facility contributes to the regional waste disposal infrastructure, supporting public health and sanitation.

The landfill is situated in the Imperial Valley, a desert region with high temperatures and low annual precipitation. This climate reduces the volume of leachate generated, but groundwater protection is still essential due to the proximity of agricultural areas and the Colorado River aquifer. Landfill gas management is a key environmental consideration, as methane emissions must be controlled to comply with Clean Air Act regulations. The facility's location near State Highway 78 also involves community proximity and traffic considerations.