Old City of Woodland Landfill - Woodland, California Solid Waste Management Facility

The Old City of Woodland Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located in Woodland, California, within Yolo County. As a landfill, it manages municipal solid waste for the surrounding community, contributing to the region's waste management infrastructure. The facility is situated in the Central Valley, an area with significant agricultural and urban activity. Operating under the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D regulations, the landfill must comply with federal standards for municipal solid waste landfills, including liner systems, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring. The facility's NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a Solid Waste Landfill, which typically involves waste disposal and may include gas collection systems to manage methane emissions. The landfill plays a key role in local waste management, serving the city of Woodland and surrounding areas. Its operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal capacity for the community. Environmental considerations include leachate management to protect groundwater and potential landfill gas recovery for energy or flaring, aligning with California's stringent environmental regulations.

The Old City of Woodland Landfill is located in California's Central Valley, a region with a Mediterranean climate and agricultural land use. Key environmental concerns for landfills in this area include methane leakage from decomposing waste, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate management to prevent groundwater contamination. The facility's proximity to agricultural areas and residential communities also raises considerations for odor control and traffic impacts. California's strict environmental regulations, including AB 32 for greenhouse gas reduction, influence landfill operations and encourage gas capture and renewable energy projects.