Odd Fellows Dump Landfill - Tuolumne County, California Solid Waste Management

Odd Fellows Dump is an operational landfill located in Tuolumne County, California, United States. As a solid waste management facility, it handles municipal solid waste disposal for the surrounding area. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), ensuring compliance with Subtitle D of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. In California, landfills must adhere to stringent state regulations, including the California Integrated Waste Management Act, which promotes waste diversion and landfill gas management. Typical operations involve waste compaction, daily cover, and leachate collection systems to minimize environmental impact. Odd Fellows Dump plays a role in the regional waste management infrastructure, providing essential disposal services for Tuolumne County. The facility's location in a rural area influences its operational practices, particularly regarding groundwater monitoring and landfill gas control. Compliance with California's strict environmental standards helps mitigate risks associated with methane emissions and leachate migration.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Tuolumne County, California, where groundwater protection is critical due to the region's reliance on aquifers for drinking water. Landfill gas management, including methane capture, is important to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Proximity to natural habitats requires careful leachate management to prevent contamination of local waterways.