Santa Barbara City Dump Hours

Santa Barbara City Dump: Hours, Locations, and Waste Disposal Information

Santa Barbara City Dump Hours

The Santa Barbara City Dump, also known as the South Coast Recycling & Transfer Station, is open to the public during the following hours:

• Monday – Saturday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location

4430 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Accepted Waste

The Santa Barbara City Dump accepts a wide range of waste materials, including:

• General garbage (not sorted or recycled)
• Mixed construction waste (concrete, debris, metal, drywall, wood, etc.)
• Greenwaste and Christmas trees
• Furniture, mattresses, electronics, and other large items
• Most major appliances are free. Refrigerators, freezers, A/C Units, and scrap metal are charged.
• Tires

Fees

There is a disposal fee for general garbage and mixed construction waste. The fees vary depending on the type and quantity of waste. For more information on fees, please visit the MarBorg website: https://www.marborg.com/

Special Waste Disposal

Many household and commercial products contain hazardous materials that should not be disposed of in regular trash. The Santa Barbara City Dump offers a variety of options for disposing of special waste, including:

• Household Hazardous Waste Collection: Residents can drop off household hazardous waste, such as antifreeze, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, paint, oil, and mercury-containing devices, at the Community Household Hazardous Waste Collection at UCSB. For more information, visit: https://www.hazwaste.ucsb.edu/
• E-Waste Recycling: The Downtown Recycling Center accepts electronic waste, such as computers, TVs, and cell phones, for free. For more information, visit: https://www.marborg.com/recycling-centers/downtown-recycling-center/
• Metal Recycling: Santa Barbara Iron & Metal Recyclers accepts metal for free. For more information, visit: https://www.sbiron.com/

Tips for Using the Santa Barbara City Dump

• Call ahead to confirm hours and fees.
• Separate your waste into different categories (e.g., general garbage, construction waste, greenwaste) to save time and money.
• Bring proof of residency for free disposal of certain items.
• Be prepared to pay for disposal of large items, such as appliances and furniture.
• Follow all safety instructions and wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Additional Resources

• MarBorg Industries: https://www.marborg.com/
• City of Santa Barbara Trash & Recycling: https://www.santabarbaraca.gov/services/utilities/trash-recycling