Red Hill Sanitary Landfill - Vallecito, California Solid Waste Management Facility

Red Hill Sanitary Landfill is an operational solid waste facility located at 5314 Red Hill Rd, Vallecito, California, in Calaveras County. As a landfill, it provides essential waste disposal services for the local community and surrounding region. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). The landfill is classified under NAICS codes 562212 (Solid Waste Landfill) and 562920 (Materials Recovery Facilities), indicating its role in both disposal and potential recycling activities. The facility's location in a rural area suggests it serves a moderate scale of waste management needs. California's stringent landfill regulations, including methane capture and leachate management requirements, apply to this facility. Red Hill Sanitary Landfill plays a key role in managing solid waste for Calaveras County and nearby communities. Its operational status ensures continued service for local residents and businesses. The facility's environmental performance is governed by state and federal rules aimed at minimizing groundwater contamination and greenhouse gas emissions from landfill gas.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Calaveras County, California, where groundwater protection is critical due to the region's reliance on local aquifers. California's strict landfill regulations require comprehensive leachate collection and treatment systems to prevent groundwater contamination. Additionally, landfill gas management, including methane capture and flaring or energy recovery, is mandated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The facility's proximity to residential areas in Vallecito necessitates careful traffic management and odor control measures.