Overview
USNAVAL AIR WEAPONS STN is an operational landfill in Ridgecrest, California, serving the U.S. Naval Air Weapons Station. It manages solid waste under federal and state regulations.
USNAVAL AIR WEAPONS STN is a landfill facility located at 1 Admin Circle in Ridgecrest, Kern County, California. It operates within the United States, serving the Naval Air Weapons Station. As a landfill, it plays a key role in managing solid waste generated on the military installation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. EPA, including RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and Clean Air Act landfill gas rules. California also enforces strict landfill regulations through CalRecycle and local air quality districts. The landfill likely handles a mix of municipal and industrial waste, with typical infrastructure for waste compaction and daily cover. This landfill supports the waste management needs of a major military facility, ensuring proper disposal and environmental protection. Its location in the Mojave Desert region presents unique considerations for leachate management and groundwater protection. The facility contributes to the broader solid waste infrastructure of Kern County.
Environmental context
The landfill is situated in the Mojave Desert near Ridgecrest, an arid region with low rainfall but high evaporation rates. This reduces leachate generation but requires careful groundwater monitoring due to the shallow water table in some areas. Landfill gas management is critical to control methane emissions, and the facility must comply with EPA's New Source Performance Standards for landfills. Proximity to the Naval Air Weapons Station also necessitates coordination with military operations.
Frequently asked questions
The landfill is located at 1 Admin Circle, Ridgecrest, California 935556001, within the U.S. Naval Air Weapons Station in Kern County.
As a landfill serving a military installation, it likely accepts municipal solid waste and non-hazardous industrial waste generated on the base. Specific waste types are subject to federal and state regulations.
The landfill is operated by the U.S. Navy as part of the Naval Air Weapons Station. Specific operator details are not publicly listed.
Landfills in California must comply with the U.S. EPA's RCRA Subtitle D, Clean Air Act landfill gas rules, and state regulations enforced by CalRecycle and local air districts. These cover design, operation, groundwater monitoring, and methane control.
The landfill employs standard practices such as daily cover, leachate collection, and gas extraction systems to minimize environmental impact. Groundwater monitoring wells and air quality controls are required to protect the surrounding desert ecosystem.
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