Compost/green waste facility in Rio Rancho accepting yard trimmings for mulching or composting. Check preparation rules and seasonal hours.
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Listed hours: Mon-Sun 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Recycling centers in Rio Rancho
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Rio Rancho Recycle opened in March 2012 as the sister company of Albuquerque's ACME Iron and Metal, which has more than 50 years in the metro. The yard at 110 Frontage Road NE buys aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, cast iron, steel, stainless, tin, car batteries, engine blocks with the oil pan removed, catalytic converters, electric motors, compressors, and appliances. The crew speaks English and Spanish. The yard turns away beer kegs, burnt wire, cardboard, glass, plastics, tires, TVs, printers, microwaves, railroad and utility-owned scrap, and city, county, or state property. This location does not buy whole cars. It serves Corrales, Bernalillo, Placitas, Santa Ana Pueblo, Zia Pueblo, and the Albuquerque metro, and it is one of five drop-off sites in the group.
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Listed hours: Mon Closed · Tue-Sat 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sun Closed
Accepts: Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Cast iron, Steel, Stainless steel, Tin, Lead, Car batteries, Engine blocks, Catalytic converters, Electric motors, Compressors, Appliances
Services: Cash payment same day · Bilingual English and Spanish staff · Engine block buying · Catalytic converter buying
Does Rio Rancho Recycle buy catalytic converters?
Yes. Catalytic converters are on the list of items the yard buys.
Does Rio Rancho Recycle buy whole cars?
No. Other locations in the group buy whole cars, but the Rio Rancho yard does not.
The Sandoval County Landfill is situated at 2708 Iris Rd NE in Rio Rancho, NM. It offers waste disposal services with specific hours of operation and material acceptance guidelines.
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Listed hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed
Accepts: Household trash, Residential grade hazardous waste, Recyclable materials
Services: Waste disposal · Credit application for commercial accounts
What are the landfill's hours of operation?
The landfill operates Monday through Saturday, from 8am to 4pm, and is closed on Sundays and most holidays.
What payment methods are accepted?
Payment is accepted in cash or by business checks only.
On-demand junk removal and hauling in Rio Rancho, with recycling and donation of usable items when possible. Upfront estimates and scheduled pickups.
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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed
What company-level annual revenue has this listing’s brand reported?
For company-level context, Waste Management, Inc. (WM) reported $25,204,000,000 in consolidated revenue for 2025, in its release dated 2026-01-28. This listing names the WM brand and links to the company's domain. The figure is the company's overall revenue, not this location's sales, valuation or a claim about who owns its land. It is an actual reported annual figure, not 2026 guidance.
Municipal solid waste landfill serving the Rio Rancho area. Accepts permitted waste streams; recycling and special waste by arrangement.
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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed
What company-level annual revenue has this listing’s brand reported?
For company-level context, Waste Management, Inc. (WM) reported $25,204,000,000 in consolidated revenue for 2025, in its release dated 2026-01-28. This listing names the WM brand and links to the company's domain. The figure is the company's overall revenue, not this location's sales, valuation or a claim about who owns its land. It is an actual reported annual figure, not 2026 guidance.
Materials Accepted in Rio Rancho
Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Rio Rancho include recycling, Plastic Bags, Styrofoam, Scrap Metal, Copper. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.
Recycling in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Trash service is mandatory in Rio Rancho, and Waste Management of New Mexico handles it along with the recycling bins. The Sandoval County Landfill at 2708 Iris Road NE sits inside the city limits. Waste Management runs a second landfill whose gatehouse takes cardboard and glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay for trash service in Rio Rancho?
Yes. The city requires trash service for every household, and Waste Management of New Mexico is the hauler you sign up with. Request a recycling bin when you start service, because the bin is billed to your account. The number for Waste Management is (505) 892-1200.
Where can I recycle glass in Rio Rancho?
The Waste Management landfill gatehouse accepts glass along with cardboard. It is open 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday and 7:30 AM to noon on Saturday.
What are the Sandoval County Landfill hours and fees on Iris Road?
The landfill at 2708 Iris Road NE is open Monday through Saturday and closes at 4:00 PM, and loads bigger than a pickup must be through the gate by 3:30 PM. A bag of trash costs $1 (4 bags maximum), a bed-level pickup load costs $6.00, and loose trash is $35.00 per ton. The landfill takes cash or business checks only.
Is household hazardous waste still accepted at the Sandoval County Landfill?
No. The county suspended household hazardous waste drop-off effective March 23, 2026. Before the suspension the landfill took aerosols, pesticides, antifreeze, fuels, paint, car batteries, fluorescent bulbs, pool chemicals, cleaners, solvents, and used oil. Waste Management offers an At Your Door service for household hazardous waste, TVs, and electronics.
How much does the Sandoval County Landfill charge for tires, appliances, and mattresses?
Tires cost $3.50 each with a limit of 4 passenger tires. Appliances cost $8.00 and mattresses cost $12.50 each. Loads that arrive untarped pay an extra $5 for residential customers.
How do I get a recycling bin in Rio Rancho?
Call Waste Management of New Mexico at (505) 892-1200 to request one. The bin is billed to your account. Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful, at 505-891-5015, handles community recycling questions.
Recycling tips for Rio Rancho
- •Tarp every load headed to Iris Road, because an untarped residential load pays a $5 fee.
- •Bring cash or a business check to the Sandoval County Landfill, since it takes no other payment.
- •The Waste Management gatehouse closes at noon on Saturdays.
- •Four trash bags is the most the county landfill takes at the $1 per bag rate.
Recycling centers near Rio Rancho
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E-Tech Recycle
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CABQ Eagle Rock Convenience Center - City of Albuquerque Recycling Drop-off
Albuquerque, NM · 8 mi
Albuquerque Computer & Electronics Recycling Co
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Acme Iron & Metal
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New Mexico Computer Recyclers, LLC
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Earth Day Recycling Co
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