Waste Management - San Tan Hauling & Transfer Station

Small-scale transfer station in southeast Mesa used by residents and small haulers who don't want to drive out to the big regional landfills. It's the kind of place people stop at for household cleanouts or yard debris before the load gets compacted and sent off to a landfill. Expect a working, no-frills site rather than anything fancy.

Drive up to an entrance booth and prepare to be directed where to pull in; there's usually a clearly marked lane for incoming vehicles. A scale is typically crossed so loads are weighed, and trucks inside compress and load material into larger trailers bound for a landfill. The yard looks industrial - open paved areas, piles of material, and heavy equipment moving around - so slow down while navigating. Weekends and spring-cleanup times often mean lineups and slower service.