West Contra Costa SLF

As of 2004, West Contra Costa SLF has approximately 14,950,000 tons of waste in place. The facility accepts approximately 296,676 tons of waste per year based on the most recent annual data. At the current rate of fill, the facility is projected to reach capacity and close around 2006.

West Contra Costa SLF has an operational landfill gas-to-energy (LFGTE) project using a Reciprocating Engine system. The facility generates approximately 3.3 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) of landfill gas, of which approximately 2.8 mmscfd is actively collected. The landfill gas contains approximately 41.6% methane content. The gas collection system includes 132 extraction wells. This type of project converts waste-generated methane into usable electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while generating renewable energy for the local grid.

West Contra Costa SLF is operated by Republic Services, Inc.. It is classified as a private landfill, serving the residents and businesses of Richmond, Contra Costa, California. For questions about billing, hours, or accepted materials, contact Republic Services, Inc. directly.

West Contra Costa SLF currently covers approximately 174 acres. The facility opened in 1953 and has been in continuous operation since then. The size of a landfill reflects both its operational history and the volume of waste it has processed over its lifetime of service to the surrounding community.

West Contra Costa SLF has an active landfill gas (LFG) collection system in place. The facility generates approximately 3.3 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) of landfill gas. Of that, approximately 2.8 mmscfd is collected by the system. The gas contains approximately 41.6% methane, which can be captured for energy generation. The facility operates 132 gas collection wells. Flares are in place at this facility. LFG collection reduces greenhouse gas emissions and, in some cases, generates renewable energy for the grid.

West Contra Costa SLF participates in the following environmental programs: composting services are available at this facility; an LFG energy project with status 'Operational' is associated with this site. These initiatives help reduce the environmental footprint of landfill operations by capturing resources, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and diverting material from direct disposal. Contact the facility or its operator for more details on current environmental compliance status.

To contact West Contra Costa SLF, The directory information shown on this page is sourced from the EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) and the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, last verified as of data year 2004. Data freshness status: Stale (pre-2018). If you are the facility owner or operator and need to update this listing, use the claim listing option on this page.