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John Smith Road Class III Landfill

John Smith Road Class III Landfill, 2650 John Smith Road, Hollister, 95023, California

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John Smith Road Class III Landfill is the municipal landfill out on 2650 John Smith Road in Hollister, used by residents and businesses that need to dispose of larger loads. Contractors with trailers and folks doing major yard or home projects are the ones who usually end up here.

Expect a scale house and a weigh-in - many landfills charge by weight, so plan for a stop on the way out as well. Pull up to the entrance booth, then drive to the active dumping area; the working face is a big graded slope and it can be dusty and muddy after rain. There’s typically room for trucks to queue and heavy equipment moving around, so give large vehicles plenty of space and watch for backing equipment. Because California requires organics diversion, have yard trimmings and other green waste sorted before you get to the gate.

Facility Information

Type Landfill
City Hollister
State California
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Before You Go

  • Bring a tarp and straps for loose loads - wind and bumps will spread material and it makes unloading cleaner and faster.
  • Have someone act as a spotter when backing up to the dump face; visibility from a pickup cab is limited and the drop can be steep.
  • Avoid weekend mornings and peak seasonal cleanups if possible - lines get long, especially in spring, so plan trips for quieter weekday times when feasible.

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