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Landfill
City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill
City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill, 700 S. Avalon Road, Lompoc, 93436, California
City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill on S. Avalon Road is the municipal dump where local trash and commercial haulers end up. Used by homeowners cleaning out garages, contractors with construction debris, and regular trash trucks, it’s a working landfill rather than a recycling center.
Pull up to a small entrance booth and a scale-tipping fees are set by weight, so the scale is part of the in-and-out process. After the booth, follow the lane to the active dumping area: open dirt cells, heavy equipment moving around, and places to back a truck in and tip. The lot can be dusty and uneven, with truck traffic and loaders operating, so take it slow when backing up.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Cover and secure anything loose; tarps and tie-downs prevent debris from blowing out while on site.
- Separate organics/green material from regular trash ahead of time - California requires more diversion nowadays and many local facilities expect it.
- Avoid weekend afternoons if possible; spring cleanup days get long lines, and bringing an extra pair of hands helps with heavy items.
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