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Transfer Station
Irvine Transfer Station
16122 Construction Circle West, Irvine, CA 92606
800-963-4776A local transfer station in Irvine where household and small contractor loads get dropped off, compacted, and then hauled out to a landfill. Neighbors, landscapers, and DIYers use this spot when the landfill is too far or when only a quick drop-off is needed.
There’s a small entrance with an attendant booth and traffic lanes leading onto the tipping floor. Vehicles typically stop on a scale and then pull forward to an area for unloading; larger trucks line up in separate lanes. The site is paved and industrial-looking, with big compactors and roll-off containers visible from the approach. Lines build up on weekends and during spring cleanup, so expect some waiting at peak times.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Sort recyclables and organics at home first - California requires separation in many places and it saves time at the gate.
- Bring tarps or straps to secure loose material in the truck bed so debris doesn’t fall out while entering or leaving.
- Try to arrive early on weekend mornings to avoid the longest lines and have your load ready to tip when it’s your turn.
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