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Landfill
Borrego Landfill
Borrego Landfill, 2449 Palm Canyon Road, Borrego Springs, 92004, California
Borrego Landfill at 2449 Palm Canyon Road is the local spot for bulky trash and materials that don't go into curbside bins. Residents and commercial haulers bring loads here when recycling or green-waste options aren't suitable. It’s the final burial site for refuse - a working, no-frills place rather than a tidy drop-off center.
There’s an entrance booth and a scale to drive over; tipping fees at landfills are typically charged by weight, so expect to be weighed and billed accordingly. Pull into the unloading lanes and get to the active tipping area - the site is mostly compacted dirt, equipment, and piles of cover material. Recycling or green-material drop-offs are usually separate and closer to the front, while the main footprint is for landfill disposal. Be ready for dust, uneven ground, and the obvious smell that comes with a working landfill.
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Before You Go
- Secure tarps and loose items - the desert wind will toss lightweight stuff all over if not tied down.
- Wear gloves and sturdy, closed-toe shoes; unloading often means handling rough material on rocky, dusty ground.
- Skip peak times like weekends or spring-cleanup if possible; lines form and heavy commercial loads will add up faster because of weight-based tipping fees.
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