POINT REYES STATION Landfill - Point Reyes Station, California Solid Waste Management

POINT REYES STATION is an operational landfill located in Point Reyes Station, California, within Marin County. As a solid waste management facility in the United States, it operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. Landfills in California are subject to stringent state and federal regulations, including requirements for liner systems, leachate collection, and groundwater monitoring. The facility likely manages waste from the surrounding communities, with typical landfill operations involving waste compaction, daily cover, and gas management. California's regulatory environment emphasizes methane capture and emission reductions, aligning with state climate goals. The landfill plays a key role in waste disposal for the Point Reyes Station area, supporting local sanitation needs. Its location in a coastal region of California necessitates careful environmental management to protect groundwater and nearby ecosystems. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing service to the community.

The landfill is situated in a coastal region of California, near the Point Reyes National Seashore, an ecologically sensitive area. Key environmental considerations include landfill gas management to mitigate methane emissions, leachate control to prevent groundwater contamination, and proximity to natural habitats. California's strict landfill regulations require comprehensive monitoring and mitigation measures to address these risks.