Recycling center in Berkeley, CA

City of Berkeley Transfer Station

1201 Second Street

transfer stationconstruction debrisused oil

About this center

City-run transfer station on Second Street that takes refuse, construction and demolition materials, compostable organics, appliances, tires and mattresses. It also pays 16 cents per gallon for up to 20 gallons of used motor oil.

Services offered

  • Self-haul disposal
  • Construction and demolition recycling
  • Organics composting
  • Used oil buyback
  • Carpet recycling

Not accepted

Hazardous wasteExplosivesAmmunitionBrake fluidAntifreezeSolvents

Frequently asked questions

Can I walk in with materials?

No. There is no pedestrian access, and every customer must arrive inside a vehicle.

Does the transfer station take used motor oil?

Yes. It pays 16 cents per gallon for up to 20 gallons of used motor oil or hydraulic fluid, in containers under 5 gallons each.

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Location & directions

City of Berkeley Transfer Station

1201 Second Street

Berkeley, CA

37.869600°N, 122.295900°W

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