Rancho Disposal, Inc. Landfill - Fontana, California Solid Waste Management

Rancho Disposal, Inc. is a landfill facility located at 9820&90 Cherry Ave, Fontana, California, in San Bernardino County. The facility is currently operational and handles solid waste disposal for the surrounding region. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the local waste management infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), specifically RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and Clean Air Act (CAA) rules for landfill gas emissions. California also enforces stringent state-level regulations for landfill operations, including methane monitoring and leachate management. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. Landfills like Rancho Disposal are significant for managing waste from residential, commercial, and industrial sources in the growing Inland Empire region. Proper landfill gas collection and leachate control are critical to minimize environmental impacts. The facility's location in a semi-arid climate influences groundwater protection measures and dust management practices.

The landfill is situated in Fontana, within the semi-arid climate of Southern California. Key environmental considerations include landfill gas generation (methane and CO2) requiring collection systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and leachate management to protect groundwater resources. Proximity to residential areas and major transportation routes necessitates traffic management and odor control measures. California's strict air quality regulations further influence operational practices.