Overview
PLANET ANSWERS LLC DBA HAZAWAYTODAY is an operational landfill in Gardena, California, serving the Los Angeles County area. The facility manages solid waste under US EPA regulations.
PLANET ANSWERS LLC DBA HAZAWAYTODAY is a landfill facility located at 124 W 157th Street in Gardena, California, within Los Angeles County. As an operational landfill, it plays a role in the solid waste management infrastructure of the region, handling waste from local communities and businesses. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act requirements for landfill gas management. In California, landfills are also subject to state-specific regulations from CalRecycle and local air quality management districts, which enforce stringent standards for methane capture and leachate control. The landfill's location in a densely populated urban area of Southern California underscores the importance of proper waste containment and environmental monitoring. Its operations contribute to the region's waste diversion goals and are part of the broader solid waste management system that serves millions of residents in Los Angeles County.
Environmental context
Landfills in urban areas like Gardena face significant environmental considerations, including methane gas generation and leachate management. Methane, a potent greenhouse gas, must be captured and flared or used for energy to comply with Clean Air Act regulations. Leachate, the liquid that percolates through waste, requires careful collection and treatment to prevent groundwater contamination. Proximity to residential communities also necessitates odor control and traffic management to minimize local impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 124 W 157th Street, Gardena, California 90248, in Los Angeles County, United States.
As a landfill classified under NAICS 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill), it typically accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous industrial waste, subject to local permits.
The landfill operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. California state regulations from CalRecycle and local air districts also apply.
Landfills in the US are required to collect and control methane gas under the Clean Air Act. Systems typically include gas extraction wells and flares or energy recovery, though specific details for this facility are not publicly available.
Urban landfills must address methane leakage, leachate management, and community concerns such as odor and traffic. Proper gas collection and liner systems are critical to minimize groundwater and air quality impacts.
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