TOBIN LF Landfill, Quincy, California | Solid Waste Management Facility

TOBIN LF is a landfill facility located in Quincy, California, within Plumas County. As an operational solid waste management site, it serves the local community by providing disposal capacity for municipal solid waste. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes the EPA's Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subtitle D for municipal solid waste landfills and the Clean Air Act's landfill gas emission standards. The landfill is classified under NAICS code 562212, which covers solid waste landfills. While specific technical specifications such as tonnage per year or gas collection systems are not detailed in available data, typical California landfills of this scale employ modern liner and leachate management systems to protect groundwater. The state's stringent environmental regulations, including California's Integrated Waste Management Act, require landfills to implement methane monitoring and control measures. TOBIN LF plays a key role in waste management for the Quincy area and Plumas County. Its location in a rural, mountainous region of Northern California means careful management of leachate and landfill gas is essential to protect local water resources and air quality. The facility contributes to the region's waste disposal infrastructure, supporting public health and environmental protection.

The landfill is situated in a rural area of Plumas County, California, characterized by forested terrain and proximity to groundwater resources. Effective leachate management is critical to prevent contamination of local aquifers. Landfill gas, primarily methane, must be collected and controlled to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and comply with EPA regulations. Community proximity and truck traffic are also considerations for this facility.