Overview
Recology Hay Road LF is an operational landfill in Vacaville, California, owned and operated by Recology. It has been accepting waste since 1964 and is projected to remain open until 2063.
Recology Hay Road LF is a landfill facility located at 6426 Hay Road in Vacaville, Solano County, California. Operated by Recology, the site has been in continuous operation since 1964 and is expected to remain open until 2063, serving the region's solid waste management needs. As a landfill in California, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste, as well as state-level regulations enforced by CalRecycle and the California Air Resources Board. Landfills of this scale typically manage significant tonnages of waste and are required to implement landfill gas collection and control systems to mitigate methane emissions, along with leachate management systems to protect groundwater. The facility plays a key role in the waste management infrastructure of Solano County and the broader San Francisco Bay Area. Its long operational history and planned lifespan through 2063 indicate a strategic asset for regional waste disposal, with ongoing environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance expected throughout its active life and post-closure period.
Environmental context
Landfills in California face stringent environmental oversight due to the state's climate goals and groundwater protection regulations. Methane capture and leachate control are critical at Recology Hay Road LF, given its location in an agricultural and residential area near Vacaville. Proximity to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta raises considerations for groundwater quality and air emissions management, requiring robust monitoring and compliance with local air districts.
Frequently asked questions
Recology Hay Road LF is located at 6426 Hay Road, Vacaville, Solano County, California, United States.
As a landfill, Recology Hay Road LF accepts municipal solid waste and other non-hazardous waste materials, subject to permits and regulatory approvals.
Recology Hay Road LF has been operational since 1964 and is projected to continue operations until 2063.
Landfills in California must comply with US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste, as well as state regulations from CalRecycle and local air districts, including landfill gas collection and leachate management requirements.
Landfills can generate methane gas and leachate, which require management systems to reduce emissions and protect groundwater. Recology Hay Road LF operates under permits that mandate such controls to minimize environmental impact.
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