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Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery in Concord is the local drop-off spot for household trash and community loads. Neighbors, contractors, and anyone hauling stuff from the area use this site to get rid of bulky items and regular trash.
Drive up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop at a public scale-sites like this typically charge by weight so expect to cross the scale twice. The site is industrial-looking with large bays and piles, and vehicles line up at peak times, especially on weekends. Pull up slowly and follow the traffic flow; there are different places to unload depending on what’s being dropped off. After unloading, it’s normal to stop back at the scale before leaving.
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Before You Go
- Cover and secure loose loads with a tarp or net to keep things from blowing out while driving and to speed unloading.
- Sort out obvious recyclables and organic material at home where possible, since California requires diversion and it makes unloading faster.
- Avoid mid-morning Saturday if possible-weekend spring cleanups get long lines; arriving earlier or later on a weekday will usually save time.
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