Transfer Stations & Dumps in New Mexico

A1 Recycling Alamogordo

(915) 525-8146

Local scrap yard buying ferrous and non-ferrous metals and appliances. Competitive pricing; confirm accepted materials and any service fees.

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ACT Now Recycling

(575) 488-1030

Local recycling facility in Alamogordo accepting common materials; call ahead for accepted items, hours, and any fees.

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Alamogordo Convenience Center

575-439-4109

The Collection Center in Alamogordo provides residents and authorized users with a location to properly dispose of a variety of materials that are not typically accepted through regular curbside collection. This site supports responsible waste handling and recycling efforts in the community.

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ALL AMERICAN BEDFORD WASTE ENTERPRISE

(505) 345-7997

ALL AMERICAN BEDFORD WASTE ENTERPRISE is a recycling facility located at 5049 Edith Boulevard Northeast in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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CABQ Eagle Rock Convenience Center - City of Albuquerque Recycling Drop-off

(505) 768-3925

The Eagle Rock Convenience Center is a premier public recycling and trash drop-off facility operated by the City of Albuquerque. This facility provides convenient access to recycling services for Albuquerque residents and businesses. The center accepts a variety of recyclable materials including paper, cardboard, plastics (#1 and #2), aluminum cans, and glass bottles. All recyclables should be clean and free from contaminants. Cardboard boxes should be flattened before depositing. The facility operates with extended hours to accommodate busy schedules and features multiple drop-off bins for different material types. The center is part of Albuquerque's commitment to sustainable waste management and environmental responsibility.

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CABQ Recycling Drop Off Center

The City of Albuquerque lists its Solid Waste Menaul Site at 1250 Menaul NE as a public recycling drop-off location, open daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Consult the City materials guide for current accepted items.

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Cerro Colorado Landfill

505-761-8100

Cerro Colorado Landfill is operated by the Solid Waste Management Department in Albuquerque, NM. The site is responsible for the disposal of both household and business waste, accepting approximately 545,000 tons per year.

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City of Albuquerque Recycling

Public information portal for Albuquerque’s curbside and drop-off recycling, including accepted-items lists, schedules, and contamination guidance.

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Don Reservoir Convenience Center

(505) 768-3920

Eagle Rock Convenience Center, Don Reservoir Convenience Center, and Montessa Park Convenience Center are three public trash drop-off locations in Albuquerque managed by the Solid Waste Management Department. The centers operate from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week, except on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Vehicles must arrive before 4:30 p.m. to be admitted. Prohibited items include hazardous waste, medical waste, ammunition, and firearms, among others. Each vehicle is limited to under two tons, and trailers up to 40 feet combined length are accepted. Specific item limits apply, such as two appliances with refrigerant intact at Eagle Rock and Montessa Park, and only one appliance at Don Reservoir. Mattresses, pallets, railroad ties, tires, and construction debris have quantity restrictions. Exceeding these limits requires disposal at Cerro Colorado Landfill. A disposal fee of $5.25 per load is charged for excess trash, yard waste, and large items, with additional fees for unsecured loads. The centers do not accept recyclables, and Montessa Park operates five days a week. Visitors are advised to check the guidelines and restrictions before dropping off materials.

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East Mountain Disposal

East Mountain Disposal operates as a recycling facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico at 6144 2nd Street Northwest.

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️GLASS recycling drop-off location ️

City glass recycling drop-off for color-sorted bottles and jars. No ceramics or window glass; check site hours and preparation rules.

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Montessa Park Convenience Center

(505) 768-3930

Albuquerque's Montessa Park Convenience Center at 3512 Los Picaros SE accepts trash drop-off but no recyclables. The city lists hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday; vehicles arriving after 4:30 p.m. are not admitted. This is a waste-disposal center, not a recycling depot.

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Recycling center - Albuquerque

Community recycling drop-off for common household materials. Check accepted plastics, glass policy, and current operating hours in Albuquerque.

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SOUTHWEST LANDFILL

(505) 242-2020

SOUTHWEST LANDFILL located at 5816 Pajarito Road SW, Alb NM 87121, offers waste disposal services for non-hazardous materials such as demolition or remodel waste, green waste, insulation, roofing, metal, lumber, drywall, and more. They strictly do not accept tires, asbestos-containing materials, medical waste, chemicals, paint, oils, fuel, and various other items listed on their website. The landfill operates on specific hours from Sunday to Saturday, with hand unloaders required to adhere to certain guidelines for unloading by hand. Fees are calculated based on the weight of disposed materials, with additional charges for non-compactable loads. Visitors are advised to check the website for any changes in operation hours due to weather conditions. Additionally, the facility provides information on other waste disposal options for items they do not accept, such as waste oil, paints, chemicals, and hazardous waste. Payment is accepted in cash or credit card only, with specific rates for unsecured loads, oversized items, mattresses, and mobile homes. Load assistance is available for a fee, with rates varying based on the type of waste being disposed of.

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Waste Management - South Albuquerque Hauling

(855) 389-0824

Hauling location providing commercial and residential trash and recycling services. Roll-off rentals available; contact for service options and schedules.

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Belen Transfer Station

(505) 866-1010

Municipal transfer station providing drop-off for trash, recyclables, and green waste. Fees by load; resident ID required.

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SJC Solid Waste - Lee Acres Convenience Station

(505) 419-6270

San Juan County is working on developing an Outdoor Recreation Master Plan and is seeking input from the community to map and inventory existing recreation facilities such as parks, trails, recreation centers, and sports fields. The county is encouraging residents to participate in a survey to ensure all recreation facilities are accounted for. In terms of upcoming events, there is a public meeting scheduled for the McGee Park Master Plan on April 24th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, and a public hearing regarding a variance request for Burnin Barrels on April 30th from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Additionally, there are various news updates including San Juan County Fire Rescue ceasing to issue burn permits and banning open burning, as well as recent incidents such as a house fire resulting in one fatality and arrests made in a homicide investigation by the San Juan County Sheriff's Office. The website also provides links to departments like Tax Assessment, Elections, Fire Department, and Sheriff's Office for further information and services.

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Acme Iron And Metal

(505) 869-9944

Established scrap yard purchasing metals, appliances, and vehicles. Offers roll-off containers for projects; ID required for regulated items.

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South Central Solid Waste

(575) 824-4209

Local facility in Chaparral providing recycling-related services. Contact directly to confirm accepted materials, hours, and any restrictions.

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Clovis Landfill

(575) 769-7852

The Public Works Department in Clovis, NM manages street maintenance, city fleet, traffic systems, wastewater collection and treatment, sanitation, and the landfill. They handle street maintenance such as filling potholes, chip seal, and slurry seal, as well as small-scale paving projects. Fleet Maintenance covers all city vehicles and equipment, while Traffic System Maintenance takes care of traffic lights and control systems. Wastewater Collection and Treatment maintains sewer lines and treats 3 million gallons of wastewater daily. Sanitation collects solid waste, and the Landfill buries all solid waste from the region. City residents can dispose of yard tree debris for free with proof of residency, and certain items may have associated fees. The landfill is open Monday to Saturday from 7:00 am to 4:45 pm and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 4:45 pm, with adjusted hours on holidays. For inquiries or reporting issues like traffic light problems, missing signs, street light issues, trash services, or street alley concerns, individuals can contact the Public Works office during business hours at 801 S. Norris St. Clovis, NM or call Director Clint Bunch at 321 N. Connelly, Clovis, NM.

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McKinley County Transfer Station

(505) 863-5776

107 Hasler Valley Road in Gallup, NM is a recycling center open Monday through Saturday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, with the last load accepted at 4:30pm. They do not operate on Sundays. Accepted items include aluminum cans, clean baking pans and foil (without food residue), corrugated cardboard, brown paper shopping bags (no waxed cardboard), white paper materials such as mail, catalogues, magazines, shredded paper, and soft-bound books, as well as plastics #1 and #2 (without food or oil residue), steel tin cans (no food residue), and various electronic waste like computer servers, monitors, printers, scanners, phones, and small appliances. Visitors are encouraged to check the center's "What's New" page for the latest COVID updates.

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North Hobbs Convenience Center

(575) 391-2983

A Lea County flyer names North Hobbs Convenience Center and lists up to four passenger tires per day per Lea County resident. Current street address, hours, and other accepted materials were not confirmed; contact the County before visiting.

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Otero County Convenience Center

(575) 973-1735

County convenience collection center in La Luz for household trash and common recyclables. Proof of residency and fees may apply.

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Butterfield, NM Community Collection Center

County convenience collection center in Las Cruces for household trash and common recyclables. Proof of residency and fees may apply.

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Community Collection Center

Municipal collection center offering drop-off for recyclables, trash, and select special wastes. Verify fees, ID requirements, and accepted items list.

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South Central Solid Waste Authority

(575) 528-3800

SCSWA, the South Central Solid Waste Authority, offers recycling and solid waste disposal services in a rapidly growing area. They provide services for recycling and waste disposal, catering to the needs of the community. Visitors can access information on current service rates, recycling, employment opportunities, collection centers, and contact details. The facility encourages users to create a website account for managing notifications and saving form progress. Specific instructions on materials accepted or rejected are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

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Conejo Collection Center

(505) 377-8833

The Conejo Collection Center is a recycling and waste management facility operated by Universal Waste Systems, serving Los Lunas, New Mexico and the greater Valencia County area. Located at 1100 Manzano Expressway, this essential community resource provides convenient recycling and waste disposal services for residents throughout Valencia County and surrounding communities. The facility accepts a range of recyclable materials including cardboard, paper products, plastics, aluminum cans, tin/steel cans, and glass containers, helping residents divert waste from landfills while supporting environmental sustainability. Operating Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 3:45 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, the Conejo Collection Center offers flexible hours to accommodate residents with different schedules, including weekend access for working families. The facility serves communities throughout Valencia County including Los Lunas, Belen, Bosque Farms, Peralta, and surrounding areas. The facility operates under Valencia County's regulations as outlined in Ordinance 2010-01, ensuring proper waste collection and disposal procedures. Residents can access the facility for recycling drop-off services, helping to reduce the environmental impact of waste disposal in Valencia County. The center's convenient location on Manzano Expressway provides easy access from major roads including I-25 and Highway 314. The Conejo Collection Center works in conjunction with other Valencia County waste disposal locations, each with its own regulations and fees, to provide waste management services for county residents. The facility's extended weekend hours make it particularly convenient for residents who work during the week and need weekend access to recycling services.

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WM - Valencia Regional Landfill and Recycling Center

(866) 676-7150

WM Solutions identifies the Valencia Regional Landfill and Recycling Facility at 1600 Highway 6 NW in Los Lunas. Its listed non-hazardous materials include auto shredder fluff, biosolids, construction and demolition debris, municipal solid waste, tires and yard or green waste; hazardous waste is not accepted.

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Nambe Convenience Center - Santa Fe County

Nambe Convenience Center serves Santa Fe County residents and is open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. County materials list recycling, household waste, scrap metal, motor oil, tires and appliances. Loads must be secured and covered; recyclables should be loose, and other limits and fees apply. The state collection-center register gives the location as 605 State Road 503.

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Amador Disposal

(505) 804-0793

Solid waste collection company providing residential and commercial trash service and transfer access. Contact for available recycling programs.

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Sandoval County Landfill

505-867-0814

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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WM - Rio Rancho Landfill

(866) 676-7150

Municipal solid waste landfill serving the Rio Rancho area. Accepts permitted waste streams; recycling and special waste by arrangement.

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Greentree Solid Waste Authority

(575) 378-4697

Greentree Solid Waste Authority is a Transfer Station and Recycling Center located at 26590 US Hwy 70 in Ruidoso Downs, NM. They offer drop-off services for miscellaneous construction debris, household items, and recyclable materials. The center provides 30-yard Roll-Offs and 3-yard Dumpsters for rent to commercial businesses and private individuals in and around Lincoln County. Additionally, Greentree Solid Waste Authority offers residential trash collection services for Capitan, Carrizozo, Corona, Ruidoso Downs, and Sun Valley. They have recycling locations available for various recyclable materials and on-site disposal facilities for most materials. The office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with drop-off hours until 4:00 pm on weekdays. The center is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. For more information or inquiries, visitors can contact them at their address, PO Box 2405, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346, or by phone.

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Caja del Rio Landfill - Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Agency

505.424.1850

Caja del Rio Landfill takes in 150,000 tons of waste a year and accepts waste from Santa Fe County only. The Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Agency runs it under a permit issued in November 2015. Cash customers haul in self-dumping trailers Monday through Saturday, and commercial customers need a pre-approved account. The landfill accepts industrial solid waste, petroleum contaminated soil, sludge, spills of chemical substances or commercial products, treated formerly characterized hazardous waste, and vehicle wash sump waste. It refuses out-of-county waste, bulk liquids, hazardous and radioactive waste, lead-acid batteries, ash, infectious waste, and regulated asbestos. Green waste, scrap metal, appliances, and e-waste are not accepted here.

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Eldorado collection center Santa Fe County

(505) 992-3010

Eldorado Convenience Center offers solid waste disposal services for Santa Fe County residents. It is at 28736 U.S. Highway 285, Santa Fe, NM. The center is undergoing improvements but will resume normal operations beginning July 14, 2026.

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Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Agency’s

(505) 424-1850

The Buckman Road Recycling & Transfer Station, known as BuRRT, takes trash, drop-off recycling, green waste, scrap metal, appliances, scrap tires, electronics, and construction and demolition debris from Santa Fe County. The City of Santa Fe owns the site and the Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Agency operates it. The station opens daily, with household hazardous waste drop-off on Fridays and Saturdays for Santa Fe residents only. It refuses out-of-county waste, lead-acid batteries, hazardous and radioactive waste, bulk liquids, and self-dumping trailers. A livestream camera of the entrance shows the line before a trip, and size limits apply to lumber, concrete, stumps, and loads over 12,500 pounds gross vehicle weight.

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CAMINO REAL ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER

(575) 589-9440

The Camino Real Environmental Center, located in Sunland Park, New Mexico, offers non-hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, and landfill disposal services to commercial, industrial, municipal, and residential customers. They accept municipal solid waste, special waste, and materials involving solidification. The landfill does not accept liquid waste, hazardous waste, or medical waste. They recover recyclable materials such as cardboard, office paper, plastics, oil, glass, and metals for reuse. The facility operates from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM for account holders and from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM for the general public. Customers must wear hard hats, safety vests, and safety glasses. The landfill also offers LEED recycling services for construction and demolition loads. The Camino Real Landfill is known for its environmentally progressive practices, including harvesting methane gas to generate electricity for the community. Visitors are encouraged to contact the facility for specific details on acceptable materials, rates, and operational guidelines.

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East Mountain Transfer Station

(505) 281-9110

The East Mountain Transfer Station, located at 711 Highway 333 in Tijeras, Bernalillo County, offers various waste disposal services to residents. Operating from 7 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. seven days a week, the facility accepts recyclable items such as metals, cardboard, e-waste, glass, newspapers, plastics, and more at no charge. Additionally, specific items like brush green waste, lumber, tires, appliances, mattresses, residential household waste, yard waste, rubbish, and construction demolition materials are accepted for a fee based on volume. Notably, the station hosts Free Dumping Weekends for Bernalillo County residents living outside city limits on selected dates, allowing them to dispose of eligible waste for free. Spring Green Waste Days are also organized for green waste disposal at no cost. It's essential to cover all loads for safe transport and disposal, with additional fees imposed for uncovered loads. The facility does not accept asbestos-containing materials and warns against using third-party online payment companies for property tax payments. For more information, visitors can contact the station at tel 20.

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Mesilla Valley Disposal

(575) 647-9094

Regional waste collection and recycling services, including commercial dumpsters and residential pickup. Contact to confirm service area and offerings.

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Stanley Solid Waste Convenience Center

County convenience center offering limited-hour drop-off for bagged trash, recyclables, and bulky items. Resident permits and fees may apply.

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