Republic Services American Waste Transfer Station

Republic Services American Waste Transfer Station in Gardena is the kind of place residents and small haulers use to drop off household junk without driving out to a distant landfill. It’s a transfer station where loads get compacted and then hauled off to a landfill elsewhere, so it’s convenient for quick drop-offs.

There’s an entrance booth and a scale, so be prepared to stop twice - once coming in and again on the way out for the weigh-in. Drive-up lanes lead to open tipping areas with large roll-off bays and compactors; it looks industrial, with concrete pads and heavy equipment moving around. Recycling and green waste handling is common in California facilities, so have any recyclables or organics separated before getting in line. Lines can back up on weekends or during neighborhood cleanup events, so expect a wait at peak times.