Yard Waste & Compost Drop-Off in Albuquerque, NM

Bernalillo County Public Works

2400 Broadway Blvd SE Albuquerque NM 87102 USA

(505) 848-1500

1.8 (5 reviews)

Bernalillo County offers a variety of public works services at their recycling center, including automated photo speed enforcement projects, graffiti removal, trash and recycling services, and household hazardous waste disposal. They also provide information on water conservation programs, stormwater management, and wastewater services. The center is located at 711 Highway 333 in Tijeras and hosts Free Dumping Weekends and Spring Green Waste Days in partnership with Ciudad Soil and Water Conservation District and the New Mexico Association of Counties. Additionally, they have introduced Stormwater Management Guidance for Large-Scale Solar Projects to promote sustainable practices. Visitors can access the full guidance document for public review and comment for 30 days. The center also features a Groundwater Public Dashboard for viewing real-time water level measurements from county-owned and domestic wells across Bernalillo County. For road safety, they advise against crossing flooded roads and provide information on traffic engineering initiatives. Residents are encouraged to participate in the Poop Fairy campaign to keep river water clean by picking up pet waste. Bernalillo County's recycling center is actively involved in maintaining facilities, roads, and drainage systems to enhance the community.

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

6301 Eagle Rock Ave NE Albuquerque NM 87113 USA

(505) 768-3925

Monday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

4.1 (358 reviews)

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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SOUTHWEST LANDFILL

6201 Escarpment Rd Albuquerque NM 87121 USA

(505) 242-2020

Mon-Fri 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sun 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

4.2 (58 reviews)

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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