OAKDALE DISPOSAL SITE - Landfill in Oakdale, California, USA

OAKDALE DISPOSAL SITE is an operational landfill located near the Oakdale Airport in Oakdale, California, within Stanislaus County. As a solid waste management facility, it serves the local community and surrounding areas, handling municipal solid waste disposal. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D, which governs municipal solid waste landfills, and complies with California's stringent environmental standards. The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill). The facility's scale is typical for a regional landfill serving a county with a population of approximately 550,000. California's regulatory environment requires landfills to implement landfill gas collection and control systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring to mitigate environmental impacts. As a key component of Stanislaus County's waste management infrastructure, OAKDALE DISPOSAL SITE plays a vital role in diverting waste from open dumping and reducing environmental hazards. The facility's location near the airport and residential areas necessitates careful management of odors, traffic, and potential groundwater impacts. Ongoing compliance with state and federal regulations ensures the landfill operates safely and sustainably.

The landfill is situated in California's Central Valley, a region with a Mediterranean climate and significant agricultural activity. Proximity to the Oakdale Airport and residential areas raises concerns about landfill gas emissions, including methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination in the region's aquifer system. Community proximity also necessitates strict odor control and traffic management to minimize nuisance and health impacts.