Overview
Southern California Edison / La Habra is an operational landfill in La Habra, California, United States. It serves the Orange County area under the NAICS code 562212 for solid waste landfill operations.
Southern California Edison / La Habra is an operational landfill located in La Habra, California, United States. The facility is situated at Lambert & Idaho in Orange County and operates under NAICS code 562212, which classifies it as a solid waste landfill. As part of the Southern California Edison network, this landfill manages municipal solid waste for the surrounding communities. The landfill 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) regulations for landfill gas emissions. California's stringent state regulations, including those from CalRecycle and local air quality management districts, further govern its operations. Typical landfill technologies include liner systems, leachate collection, and gas extraction wells to manage environmental impacts. This facility plays a key role in Orange County's solid waste management infrastructure, handling waste from residential and commercial sources. Its location in a densely populated area of Southern California underscores the importance of proper waste containment and gas management to minimize community and environmental impacts. The landfill contributes to regional waste diversion and energy recovery efforts through potential landfill gas-to-energy projects.
Environmental context
The landfill is located in La Habra, California, within the Los Angeles Basin, an area with high population density and significant air quality concerns. Landfill gas, primarily methane, is a key environmental factor; collection systems are essential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with EPA regulations. Leachate management is critical due to the region's Mediterranean climate with periodic heavy rains, which can increase groundwater contamination risks. Proximity to residential areas necessitates careful traffic management and odor control to minimize community impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The landfill is located at Lambert & Idaho in La Habra, California, United States, in Orange County.
As a solid waste landfill (NAICS 562212), it accepts municipal solid waste from residential and commercial sources in the Orange County area.
The facility is part of Southern California Edison's network.
Landfills in California must comply with EPA RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste, Clean Air Act landfill gas rules, and state regulations from CalRecycle and local air districts.
Standard practices include liner systems to protect groundwater, leachate collection and treatment, landfill gas extraction systems to reduce methane emissions, and regular monitoring for compliance.
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