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Fort Irwin Sanitary Landfill

Fort Irwin Sanitary Landfill, Reserve Component Training Center, Fort Irwin (Mil Res), 92310, California

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Fort Irwin Sanitary Landfill is the on‑base landfill at Fort Irwin where trash is buried rather than recycled. Military personnel, local haulers and anyone with larger commercial or residential loads are the usual visitors. It feels like a working, industrial spot-not a tidy drop‑off center.

Drive in past a gate/booth and get ready to stop at a scale - tipping fees are charged by weight, so expect to be weighed on the way in and again on the way out. The site is large with bare cells, heavy equipment moving around, and dusty surfaces; follow the flow of traffic and the signs. Pull up to the active dumping area as directed, unload, and then head back across the scale before leaving. Weekends and seasonal cleanups can cause lines, and commercial trucks are commonly accommodated here.

Facility Information

Type Landfill
City Fort Irwin
State California
Website Visit Website

Before You Go

  • Tipping fees are weight‑based, so combine loads where possible to avoid multiple trips and unnecessary charges.
  • California often requires separating organics from trash under CalRecycle rules; many local facilities expect green/food waste to be handled separately.
  • Expect dust and heavy equipment: tie down loads, wear sturdy shoes, and try for a weekday morning if looking to avoid longer waits.

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