MOORPARK 118 / 23 Landfill - Ventura County, California Solid Waste Management

MOORPARK 118 / 23 is an operational landfill located in Ventura County, California, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it plays a key role in the region's waste disposal infrastructure, handling municipal solid waste from surrounding areas. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) and complies with US EPA regulations, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills. The landfill is situated in a region with a Mediterranean climate, which influences leachate generation and gas management practices. Typical operations include waste compaction, daily cover, and systems for landfill gas collection and leachate management. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is specifically engaged in solid waste landfill operations, focusing on disposal rather than treatment or recycling. Environmental considerations for this landfill include methane capture and control to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, as well as leachate treatment to protect local groundwater. Proximity to communities and traffic from waste hauling are also managed through operational practices. The facility contributes to the regional waste management network, supporting public health and environmental protection in Ventura County.

The landfill operates in a Mediterranean climate with dry summers and mild winters, which affects leachate production and gas generation rates. Groundwater protection is a key concern, as leachate management systems must prevent contamination of local aquifers. Landfill gas collection systems are typically required to mitigate methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Community proximity and truck traffic are managed through operational controls and buffer zones.