SHIELDS ASH SITE Landfill - Sacramento County, California Solid Waste Management

SHIELDS ASH SITE is a landfill facility located in Sacramento County, California, United States. It is currently operational and classified under NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfills. The facility plays a key role in managing waste from the surrounding region, contributing to California's comprehensive waste management infrastructure. As a landfill in California, SHIELDS ASH SITE operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills, as well as state-level regulations enforced by CalRecycle. Landfills of this type typically include systems for landfill gas collection and leachate management to mitigate environmental impacts. The facility's scale and specific technical specifications are not detailed, but it is part of a network of landfills serving Sacramento County. The environmental significance of SHIELDS ASH SITE lies in its role in waste disposal and potential for landfill gas recovery. Proper management of methane emissions and leachate is critical to minimize groundwater and air quality impacts. The facility's location in an agricultural and urbanizing area underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and compliance with environmental standards.

The Sacramento County area features a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, which influences landfill operations such as leachate generation and gas production. Proximity to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and groundwater resources necessitates careful leachate management to prevent contamination. Community proximity and truck traffic are also considerations for local air quality and noise.