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SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP Landfill - Shafter, California Solid Waste Management

SHAFTER, California, United States

Overview

SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP is an operational landfill in Shafter, California, serving Kern County. It manages solid waste under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D regulations.

SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP is a landfill facility located at 320 James Street in Shafter, California, within Kern County. The facility is currently operational and handles solid waste disposal for the local community. As a landfill, it plays a key role in the region's waste management infrastructure. The facility 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. California's stringent environmental standards further govern leachate management, groundwater monitoring, and landfill gas collection to mitigate methane emissions. The NAICS code 562212 indicates it is classified as a solid waste landfill. SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP serves the Shafter area and contributes to the broader waste management system in Kern County. Its operational status ensures ongoing waste disposal capacity for the community, while compliance with state and federal regulations helps minimize environmental impacts such as groundwater contamination and air emissions.

Environmental context

Landfills in California, including SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP, must manage landfill gas to reduce methane leakage and control odors. Leachate collection systems are required to prevent groundwater contamination, especially given the region's agricultural and urban water demands. Proximity to residential areas in Shafter necessitates careful traffic management and community engagement to address nuisance concerns.

Frequently asked questions

SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP is located at 320 James Street in Shafter, California, United States.

As a landfill, SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous solid waste, subject to local and state regulations.

The facility operates under US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and California's stringent environmental laws, including landfill gas and leachate management requirements.

Landfills like SHAFTER #2 BURN DUMP typically employ liners, leachate collection systems, and gas extraction wells to mitigate groundwater and air pollution risks.

Landfills are a key component of California's waste management system, providing disposal capacity for residual waste after recycling and composting, while complying with the state's climate and environmental goals.

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