OLD REFUSE DISPOSAL / BURN AREA Landfill, Coronado, California | Solid Waste Management

OLD REFUSE DISPOSAL / BURN AREA is a landfill facility located on the Naval Amphibious Base in Coronado, San Diego County, California, United States. It is currently operational and classified under NAICS code 562212 for Solid Waste Landfills. The facility serves the local military installation and surrounding community, handling municipal solid waste disposal. As a landfill in California, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and the Clean Air Act's landfill gas emission guidelines. California also enforces stringent state-level regulations through CalRecycle and local air quality management districts, which require landfill gas collection and control systems, leachate management, and groundwater monitoring to minimize environmental impacts. The facility's location on a naval base adds operational significance, as it supports waste management for a critical defense installation. Proper landfill management is essential to prevent methane leakage, protect groundwater in the coastal San Diego region, and minimize community exposure to odors and traffic. The site's proximity to San Diego Bay and residential areas underscores the importance of robust environmental controls.

The landfill is situated in a coastal region of Southern California, near San Diego Bay and residential communities. Key environmental concerns include landfill gas emissions (primarily methane), which contribute to greenhouse gas effects and require collection systems. Leachate management is critical to prevent groundwater contamination in the area's porous soils. Proximity to the naval base and residential zones also necessitates careful traffic and odor control to minimize community impact.