Residential self-haul accepted. Out-of-county waste is not acceptable per the county page.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Couch / furniture
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Tire
Not acceptedAppliance
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fridge or freezer
Call to confirmElectronics
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Paint
Not acceptedHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedYard waste
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Brush and branches
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Construction debris
Not acceptedConcrete
Not acceptedScrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Recycling
Call to confirmFees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| Residential household trash, furniture, mattresses, appliances, green waste | No charge |
| Commercial car | $13.91 |
| Commercial pickup | $31.31 |
| Untarped load | $20 or 2x gate fee |
Gate fees effective July 1, 2025 per Internet Archive copy of the county page. Transfer stations add $11.60/ton to non-residential fees. Residential household trash is no charge.
Payment: cash, check · Fee schedule: 2025-26
Access rules
Residential self-haul accepted. Out-of-county waste is not acceptable per the county page.
ID required: Call to confirm
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Sun,Wed | 8:00 am–4:00 pm |
Open Sunday and Wednesday only.
Local time: America/Los_AngelesWhat’s not accepted
- Hazardous waste
- hot ashes
- liquids
- non-friable asbestos. Old house paint and household hazardous waste go to a Kern Special Waste Facility.
Free options
Free drop-off options have not been confirmed. Ask about resident allowances and special collection days.
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Kern County Public Works facility page (Internet Archive copy; live site returns 403) ↗ Checked Nov 5, 2026