Residents and small commercial haulers only. Proof of residency (utility bill, driver's license or ID) may be requested; non-city residents pay a higher per-load fee. Vehicles over 2 tons rated capacity are not allowed; no admission after 4:30 p.m.
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
LimitedUp to 3 per residential or small commercial customer.
Item price: call to confirm
Couch / furniture
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Tire
LimitedUp to 5 auto/small-truck tires per customer.
Item price: call to confirm
Appliance
Limited2 allowed with refrigerant intact (food removed) at Eagle Rock and Montessa Park.
Item price: call to confirm
Fridge or freezer
LimitedItem price: call to confirm
Electronics
Call to confirmPaint
Call to confirmHousehold hazardous waste
Not acceptedYard waste
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Brush and branches
LimitedBranches no longer than 8 ft; stumps max 18 in x 18 in, 3 per load.
Item price: call to confirm
Construction debris
Not acceptedConcrete
LimitedOnly 9 cubic feet (2 wheelbarrow loads) of concrete, dirt, rock, gravel or brick.
Item price: call to confirm
Scrap metal
Call to confirmHousehold trash
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Recycling
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | $5.00 |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | $5.00 |
| Car load | $5.00 |
| Load, City of Albuquerque resident | $5.00 per load plus tax |
| Load, non-city resident | $12.00 per load plus tax |
| Unsecured/untarped load, city resident | $5.54 extra plus tax |
| Unsecured/untarped load, non-city resident | $12.00 extra plus tax |
Per-load pricing for vehicles under two tons rated capacity; one load = 4x8x2 ft. Non-city residents pay more.
Payment: cash, check, card · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Residents and small commercial haulers only. Proof of residency (utility bill, driver's license or ID) may be requested; non-city residents pay a higher per-load fee. Vehicles over 2 tons rated capacity are not allowed; no admission after 4:30 p.m.
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: No
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Sun | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Local time: America/DenverWhat’s not accepted
- Hazardous or medical waste
- Dead animals
- Ammunition or firearms
- Hot or smoldering waste
- Construction and demolition debris (incl. drywall, carpet)
- Roofing materials
- Liquids
- Fire extinguishers and compressed gas cylinders
- Artificial turf, railroad ties, root balls
- Engines and transmissions
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.
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